
Dear Parents and Guardians,
You are cordially invited to attend our 1st SHAC meeting for the 2023-2024 school year. Please join us on November 15, 2023, at 10:00 am in the Mercedes Auditorium, situated at 837 S. Ohio, Mercedes, TX 78570. Our initial discussion will focus on Fentanyl Awareness, an important health topic. We look forward to your participation.


Administration, staff and students at Sgt. Manuel Chacon Middle School would like to express their most sincere gratitude to all our veterans, both past and present, for their service and dedication on protecting the safety and freedom we all experience every day. On behalf of the Chacon Middle School administration, staff and students, thank you for your service!











Mercedes ISD is proud to welcome our new principal for Sgt. Manuel Chacon Middle School, Mr. Armando Martinez.
Mr. Martinez brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this role. Please join us in giving him a big MISD welcome! š«š¾ To read more, visit https://www.misdtx.net/article/1329254 #MISDpride #MISDdrive #MISDsuccess


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REMINDER: Join us on Tuesday, October 24th for a FREE game of loteria and a chance to hear from district leadership about the 2023-2024 school year's Strategy for Success! š¤š



Attention MISD Families!
We are excited to share that Mercedes ISD is rolling out Remind district-wide! If you're not already familiar with Remind, it's a classroom communication tool that makes it easy to stay involved with your child's learning.
Remind is free to use, and you'll be able to get and send messages on any deviceāeven a simple text message from your phone!
As part of this rollout, official accounts will be created for all the educators & parents at each campus in the coming days. You will be receiving a text message from Remind. All you need to do is follow the steps in the message to finish setting up your account. Also, we've already set the preferred language for you so you can receive messages in your home language. As long as the teacher is receiving replies, you can also send messages back in your preferred language, and theyāll automatically be translated into the teacherās preferred language.
We're excited to use Remind to make connecting with your family more engaging!
Mercedes Schools


Congratulations to our Sgt. Manuel Chacon Middle School 7th grade softball team for placing 3rd at the Weslaco tournament this weekend! Way to go, CMS Tigers!! šŖš¼š„


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Save the Date, MISD Parents! We invite you to join us on Tuesday, October 3 for a Community Presentation hosted by the Family and Community Engagement department about our school district's Strategy for Success for the 2023-2024 academic year. šš« Please see the below flyers for more details. Your involvement is key to our shared success!š¤ Don't miss this chance to make a positive impact. #MercedesISD #MISDcommunity #StrategyForSuccess



District leadership had the opportunity to connect with parents and community members yesterday evening as part of the Family and Community Engagement "Schools in Our Community" series. š¤š«
Topics included college, career, and military readiness opportunities, elementary focus on reading and math, attendance guidelines, the district's partnership with Nuestra Clinica del Valle, counseling services, anti-bullying initiatives, safety and security, and our collaborative efforts for student success.
Superintendent Ms. Maria J. Chavez would like to thank all district personnel in attendance and involved in planning our first "Schools in Our Community" event and our host parents for their tremendous hospitality. The next series will be held Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m. at 10223 W. Mercedes Drive, Mercedes.
Nuestro primer evento "Escuelas En Nuestra Comunidad" fue un Ć©xito. Vengan escuchar las estrategias para el Ć©xito para nuestros hijos e hijas. Ā”Ćnase a nuestro próximo!











District leadership had the opportunity to connect with parents and community members yesterday evening as part of the Family and Community Engagement "Schools in Our Community" series. š¤š«
Topics included college, career, and military readiness opportunities, elementary focus on reading and math, attendance guidelines, the district's partnership with Nuestra Clinica del Valle, counseling services, anti-bullying initiatives, safety and security, and our collaborative efforts for student success.
Superintendent Ms. Maria J. Chavez would like to thank all district personnel in attendance and involved in planning our first "Schools in Our Community" event and our host parents for their tremendous hospitality. The next series will be held Tuesday, Oct. 3 at 6 p.m. at 10223 W. Mercedes Drive, Mercedes.
Nuestro primer evento "Escuelas En Nuestra Comunidad" fue un Ć©xito. Vengan escuchar las estrategias para el Ć©xito para nuestros hijos e hijas. Ā”Ćnase a nuestro próximo!











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Save the Date, MISD Parents! We invite you to join us on Tuesday, Sept. 26 for a Community Presentation hosted by the Family and Community Engagement department about our school district's Strategy for Success for the 2023-2024 academic year. šš« You will hear from Superintendent of Schools, Ms. Maria J. Chavez and the directors of Curriculum, CTE and Student Services. Please see the below flyers for more details. Your involvement is key to our shared success!š¤ Don't miss this chance to make a positive impact. #MercedesISD #MISDcommunity #StrategyForSuccess



We're sharing this "Apps & Emojis Parents Should Know About" reference guide to help Mercedes ISD parents and families understand how emojis can be linked to illegal drugs. š«š
Your child's online safety matters. Please keep an eye on the content they interact with on social media. š±š¬ Together, we can ensure a safer digital environment for Mercedes students. #MercedesISD #ParentalAwareness #OnlineSafety


Attention Mercedes students, join your dedicated school nurses as they lead an honest discussion š©ŗš£ about the causes and effects of drug addiction.
Your health and well-being matter to us, and this talk is designed to keep you informed and safe. šŖš§” #MercedesISD #MercedesISDhealthservices #HealthMedTalks



LETTER FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT
MISD Parents and familiesšš« : Check out the latest letter from our Superintendent of School, Ms. Maria J. Chavez about vital information regarding the Attendance Policy and Procedures for the 2023-2024 school year. š We kindly request that all parents join us in emphasizing the importance of regular school attendance with you children. Together, we ensure a successful school year for our students. š¤š #MISDcommunity #SchoolYearSuccess



We are loving our new app! Access MISD documents, news updates, and even emergency notifications, right from your pocket.
Download for Android: https://bit.ly/44YXU8v
Download for iPhone: https://apple.co/3DvjRjL


Suicide is a serious public health problem. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a person commits suicide every 11 minutes in the United States, making it a leading cause of death in this country ā especially among teens and young adults. September is Suicide Prevention Month and students across the district (Travis Elementary, Sgt. Harrell MS, Sgt. Chacon MS, Mercedes Early College Academy and Mercedes Academic Academy) participated in South Texas Health System Behavioral Chalk the Walk. Their goal was to write words of hope and inspiration for all who come to their campus. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to a counselor or dial the suicide hotline at 988. #sthschalkthewalk











š Welcome to the 2023-2024 School Year! š
Dear MISD Family,
Check out the latest letter from our Superintendent of Schools, Mrs. Maria J. Chavez.
#WelcomeBack #NewSchoolYear #LimitlessPossibilities



š Introducing the 2023 Mercedes ISD Convocation Video: "Mercedes ISD This Year I Will" š
As we embark on a brand new school year filled with promise and potential, we're thrilled to present to you the inspiring video that will set the tone for our journey ahead! šš
š„ Title: Mercedes ISD This Year I Will
š¬ Produced by: Tiger Times Productions
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsYVhz-sDJY
This incredible video was specially crafted to uplift and energize us all as we welcome the upcoming academic year. This is a heartfelt reminder of the impact educators make in the lives of the students. š
"Mercedes ISD This Year I Will" encapsulates the determination, enthusiasm, and passion that define our Mercedes ISD family. It's a celebration of growth, learning, and the unwavering commitment to shaping futures.
This video is a testament to the bonds we share and the collective mission that drives us forward.
Let's come together, celebrate our shared purpose, and kick off the 2023 academic year with a renewed sense of purpose and excitement. šš
NEW YEAR, NEW MINDSET, NEW FOCUS, NEW INTENTIONS, NEW RESULTS!
#MercedesISD #ThisYearIWill #Inspiration #NewSchoolYear #TogetherWeThrive


š Parents, please mark your calendars and get ready to meet the teachers who will inspire and educate our students this 23-24 school year! š
Join us for the upcoming "Meet the Teacher" at each of our campuses. š« Let's come together to create a strong foundation for a successful school year! šāØ
#MeetTheTeacher #EngageEducateExcel
š Padres, por favor marquen sus calendarios y prepĆ”rense para conocer a los maestros que inspirarĆ”n y educarĆ”n a nuestros estudiantes este ciclo escolar 23-24. š
Ćnanse a nosotros en el próximo "Conoce al Maestro" en cada uno de nuestros escuelas. š« Ā”UnĆ”monos para crear una base sólida para un exitoso aƱo escolar! šāØ
#ConoceAlMaestro #CompromisoEducaciónĆxito



š£ Attention Mercedes ISD Parents! šš©āššØāš
We're excited to announce the new dress code for the 2023-2024 academic year! šš«āØ
š Check out the flyer to see what uniform colors your child will need.
These uniforms were carefully selected to ensure both comfort and a sense of school pride. We believe they will help create a positive learning environment and foster a strong sense of community among our students. š
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Should you have any questions or need further information, feel free to reach out to your child's campus administrative team. We can't wait to see all our students looking sharp and ready for a successful school year!
#MercedesISD #SchoolUniforms #BackToSchool2023 #EducationMatters šš


š£ Attention Mercedes ISD Athletes! šā½š
We have some exciting news for you! š The brand new Urgent Care Clinic in Mercedes, TX is offering a special $10 deal on sports physicals just for you!
šāāļøšØ Don't miss this opportunity to get ready for the upcoming season and ensure you're in top shape to compete!
To get your hands on the sports physical packet, you have two convenient options:
1ļøā£ Simply visit this link ā”ļø https://www.misdtx.net/at and download the packet directly or
2ļøā£ Swing by the Fieldhouse and pick up a physical packet in person. šļø
Take advantage of this special offer and prepare to give your best performance on the field! š
Go all out and achieve greatness! šŖš„
#MercedesISDAthletes #SportsPhysicalSpecial #GetReadyToPlay #GoTeamGo š½š
