Alonzo De Leon Middle School

🌟 Still Grateful, Always Appreciative! 🌟 Administrative Professionals Day may have passed, yet our gratitude continues to shine! To our incredible administrative professionals at De Leon Middle School—thank you for everything you do. Your patience, organization, and daily support keep our campus running like a well-oiled machine. From answering calls to solving problems before they even begin, you are the calm in the chaos and the friendly faces we rely on. We appreciate you more than words can say!

Let's show our appreciation for our bus drivers! We're sending a big THANK YOU to the amazing drivers who safely carry our Lions to and from school every day! Your early mornings, steady patience, and warm greetings make a difference in the lives of our students.

🏆⚾️ Championship Bound! ⚾️🏆 Huge congratulations to the De Leon / Fossum 6th Grade Elevate Warrior Baseball Team for making it all the way to the CHAMPIONSHIP GAME and finishing strong in 2nd Place! 🥈💪 Your teamwork, hustle, and heart make us proud!

Boys and Girls Club McAllen is registering for their upcoming Summer Leagues, see flyer for details:

🎒✨ Calling all 5th grade parents! Join us for an important parent meeting to learn all about your child’s transition to middle school. We’ll share what to expect, how to prepare, and ways to support your student every step of the way!

📢 STAAR Season is Here! 🦁📚 It’s time to shine and show what you know! ✨ Remember, STAAR is just a chance to prove how much you've learned—so stay focused, do your best, and believe in yourself!

🏀🔥 Game On! 🔥🏀 Get ready for the ultimate showdown — Students vs. Staff Basketball Game! Will the staff bring the heat, or will the students steal the spotlight?

📢 Parents, Let’s Get STAAR Ready! 🦁✨ Testing season is here! Help your child feel prepared with these simple steps: ✅ Rest Up: A good night’s sleep = better focus! ✅ Fuel Up: A healthy breakfast boosts brainpower! ✅ Show Up: Arriving on time sets the tone for success!

⛳️ Teeing Off the Season! 🏌️‍♂️🏌️‍♀️ The De Leon Lions Golf schedule is here! 🗓️ Check out the upcoming matches and come out to support our golfers as they swing into action this season!

🌟 Happy Assistant Principal Week! 🌟 This week, we’re shining the spotlight on our amazing Assistant Principals! Thank you for your leadership, support, and the heart you bring to our campus every day. 💙🦁 We’re lucky to have you at De Leon!

🏥 Free Physicals at De Leon! 🦁 Get ready for next school year—take care of your sports physical now, for FREE! 📋💪 Check out the flyer below for all the details, dates, and requirements.

🔗 https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/g7vfBQ2xYk3J6 📬✨ Our April Newsletter is here! 🦁💛 Catch up on all the latest happenings at De Leon Middle School — from student highlights and upcoming events to campus news you won’t want to miss! 📸 Peek inside to see our Lions in action!

📢 Parents, STAAR Testing is Here! 🦁📚 Help set your child up for success on test day! Your encouragement and support go a long way in helping them feel confident and prepared.

🌸 April Parent-Student Power-Up! 🌸This month, let’s focus on “Creating a Supportive Home.” 🏡 Try the Family Fun Night Challenge: pick one night a week to spend quality time together—play games, cook a meal, or watch a favorite movie! 🎲🍿Make family time a priority!

☕✨ Join Us for Coffee with the Superintendent! ✨☕ Parents and community members, come enjoy a cup of coffee and conversation with Superintendent Dr. Gutierrez! This is a great opportunity to hear updates, ask questions, and share your thoughts.

Select students have been invited to attend our exclusive STAAR Success Camps—a focused after-school program designed to strengthen skills, boost confidence, and prepare for the STAAR test! By Invitation Only – Students receiving this invite have been selected for extra support.

8th grade IB De Leon students proudly showcased their Community Service Projects at Lamar's IB Exhibition last night. We're so proud of their hard work! Many thanks to their IB teachers for their guidance and to Lamar for hosting such a successful event. #IBExhibition

📖✨ This Saturday, Jesús Vicente Pérez (8th) & Ángel Zúñiga (7th) will represent De Leon MS at UTRGV’s Torneo de Ortografía! Wishing them luck as they showcase their Spanish spelling skills with pride!

📢 Attention Parents! 🦁📚 STAAR testing is here, and your support makes all the difference! Help your child feel confident and ready to do their best by ensuring they: ✅ Get a full night’s sleep 😴 ✅ Eat a healthy breakfast 🥞 ✅ Bring a fully charged device 🔋

We are proud to celebrate Sofia Sifuentes and Joaquin Suazo, two of our incredible IB students who will be competing at the Texas Science & Engineering Fair at Texas A&M University in College Station! 🎉