✨ Exciting news for incoming 6th grade students! The IB Middle Years Programme application for the 2026-2027 school year is officially OPEN! Don’t miss the chance to join a one-of-a-kind learning community where students grow as thinkers, inquirers, and communicators.
https://mcallenisd.schoolmint.net/signin
Join us at our IB Showcase on December 17th if you’d like to learn more about our program!




Lions, mark your calendars! Spring Break is March 16–20. Classes will resume on Monday, March 23, 2026. #OnePride

Reminder Lions!
Math Benchmark next week for grades 6–8. Bring your A‑game and a charged Chromebook. #OnePride

Lions, we have an Early Release date next week. Mark your calendars. #OnePride

Lions, Track and Field Season is here! Let’s come support our Lions and cheer loud and proud! #OnePride

Sweepstakes Across the Board! 🏆
Varsity Tenor-Bass, Non‑Varsity Treble, and Varsity Treble Choirs all brought home Top Honors.
What a day for De Leon Choir! 🎶 #OnePride
Varsity Tenor-Bass, Non‑Varsity Treble, and Varsity Treble Choirs all brought home Top Honors.
What a day for De Leon Choir! 🎶 #OnePride


Congratulations to De Leon’s Spanish Spelling Bee competitors: Tatiana Diaz, Daniela Obregon & Alexis Aldan! 🎉
Tatiana won 1st place and Daniela placed 4th—both advancing to represent McAllen ISD at the UTRGV Torneo de Ortografía on March 28th.
Proud of all three! 🌟 #OnePride
Tatiana won 1st place and Daniela placed 4th—both advancing to represent McAllen ISD at the UTRGV Torneo de Ortografía on March 28th.
Proud of all three! 🌟 #OnePride

Lion Families, here is an updated Swim Meet Schedule! Our 2025–2026 Swim Season is set. Mark your calendars and come cheer on our swimmers as they compete with dedication and Lion Pride. #OnePride

Ready to bump, set, and spike? 🏐
Join us for the FCT 6th Grade Volleyball Camp—led by Nikki Rowe’s Future Coaches of Texas students. See flyer for additional information. #OnePride

We’re searching for the next members of our Diamond Dance team. Tryouts are this Saturday—show us your technique, teamwork, and dedication! #OnePride

🦁✨ Lion Cheer Tryouts are HERE!
Bring your energy, your spirit, and your roar. We can’t wait to see our future cheer leaders shine with Lion Pride! #OnePride
Bring your energy, your spirit, and your roar. We can’t wait to see our future cheer leaders shine with Lion Pride! #OnePride

Lions! Read and stay informed with our DeLeon Chronicles: March Edition. Let's stay connected with the latest information. #OnePride
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Honoring Mr. Gonzalez this National Social Worker Week!
Our Lion Pride is stronger because of you.
Thank you for the countless ways you advocate for students, support families, and help create a safe, welcoming campus for all. We appreciate all you do. #OnePride
Our Lion Pride is stronger because of you.
Thank you for the countless ways you advocate for students, support families, and help create a safe, welcoming campus for all. We appreciate all you do. #OnePride

Don’t miss the 2026 IB Exhibition on March 31st at Lamar Academy! Our De Leon Lions and Lamar Academy students will be showcasing their IB projects across multiple grade levels. Families and community members are welcome to come celebrate their learning! #OnePride

Congratulations to our Lions who competed at this weekend’s Science Olympiad!
They earned 1st Place in Code Busters, 1st Place in Experimental Design, and 3rd Place in Write It, Do It! Their hard work and curiosity continue to make our Pride shine. #OnePride
They earned 1st Place in Code Busters, 1st Place in Experimental Design, and 3rd Place in Write It, Do It! Their hard work and curiosity continue to make our Pride shine. #OnePride

The Diamond Dancers Delivered! ✨ Team Gold Award + 2nd Place Best in Category (Pom) Their precision, power, and pride were unmatched. Go Diamonds! #OnePride

Lions, friendly reminder, Open House is tomorrow! Make plans to attend and see the Lion Learning taking place in our classrooms. #OnePride

Lion Parents, please take some time to fill out our parent survey. We value your feedback!
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YR96L2W
#OnePride
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YR96L2W
#OnePride



McAllen ISD is hosting a community information meeting about the proposed Bond 2026. Join us March 25 at 5:30 PM at De Leon Middle School. All parents, staff, and community members are welcome. #OnePride

Lion Cheer dominated!
🏆 1st — Band Chant
🏆 1st — Crowd Leading
🥈 2nd — Overall
Proud of our Lions and the spirit they bring! #OnePride

