✨ 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!

5 months ago, Melina Galvan-Loera
25-26 Admission Flyer English
25-26 Admission Flyer Spanish
25-26 IB Showcase English
25-26 IB Showcase Spanish
Our Lion Volunteers are the heart of our campus. Thank you for showing up, supporting, and making a difference. We appreciate all you do for the Lion Pride! #OnePride
about 1 hour ago, Celeste Lopez
Happy Public School Volunteer Week
Lions, SAVE THE DATE!!! 8th grade testers must bring their Chromebooks & Chargers ...remember to leave backpacks at home. Let's focus and give our best! #OnePride
about 2 hours ago, Celeste Lopez
STAAR Schedule
📢 Big news for our schools! The McAllen ISD Board of Trustees has called for a $335 million bond election on May 2, 2026. To keep the voting process straightforward, the entire $335 million proposal will appear as one single proposition on the ballot. This covers all five investment areas, from safety and security to fine arts and infrastructure. 🏫✨ Learn more about the vision for our students at mcallenisdbond.org. #McAllenISD #Bond2026
about 18 hours ago, Erica Guerrero
bond
Early Voting: April 20-28
Election Day: Saturday, May 2

Stay informed about the future of McAllen ISD. Visit our official Bond website to learn about proposed projects, campus improvements, and what this means for our students and community.
Visit: www.mcallenisdbond.org
about 20 hours ago, Erica Guerrero
bond
bond
Stay informed about the future of McAllen ISD. Visit our official Bond website to learn about proposed projects, campus improvements, and what this means for our students and community.
Visit: www.mcallenisdbond.org
Early Voting: April 20-28
Election Day: Saturday, May 2
3 days ago, Erica Guerrero
bond
bond
Our 5th Grade Transition Parent Meeting is this coming Monday. Future Lion Families, we hope to see you there! #OnePride
3 days ago, Celeste Lopez
5th Grade Transition Meeting
Shoutout to our Elevate 6th Grade Softball Team on their 10–4 win against Fossum Maroon. Strong plays. Strong teamwork. Strong Lions. #OnePride
3 days ago, Celeste Lopez
Softball Victory
8th Grade STAAR Tests next week!
Science & Social Studies tests are coming up. Testing students need a charged Chromebook + charger, no backpacks, plenty of rest and a good breakfast. You've Got This, Lions! #OnePride
3 days ago, Celeste Lopez
STAAR Testing Next Week

Lions, join us tomorrow for a FCA Huddle in the library! See you there. #OnePride

4 days ago, Celeste Lopez
FCA Huddle meeting
Lions! Join us this Friday & Saturday for our Social Studies Review Sessions. Let’s finish strong! #OnePride
4 days ago, Celeste Lopez
Join our STAAR CAMPS
Join our STAAR Camps
Proud of our De Leon scholars for shining at TMSCA State! Hard work, dedication, and excellence on full display. Congratulations! #OnePride
5 days ago, Celeste Lopez
TMSCA RESULTS


STAAR Testing Days

ONLY students who are testing should NOT bring a backpack.
Testing Students Must Bring: Chromebook, charger, and a drawstring bag if necessary

All other students should bring their regular backpacks as usual.

Thank you for helping us keep testing days smooth and secure for our Lions! #OnePride

7 days ago, Celeste Lopez
No Backpacks on STAAR Testing DAYS
Shoutout to our 6th Grade Elevate Softball Team on their 12–5 win against the Stallions Silver Team. Strong plays, strong teamwork, strong Lions. #OnePride
7 days ago, Celeste Lopez
Elevate 6th Gr Softball Victory
Lions, STAAR testing will commence this week! Please make sure your child is well‑rested, on time, and ready to shine. #OnePride
7 days ago, Celeste Lopez
STAAR Testing Schedule 2026
The McAllen ISD 2026 Bond provides funding for districtwide improvements that support modern learning environments, improve safety and security, address enrollment growth, and maintain essential building systems across campuses.
For more information visit: www.mcallenisdbond.org
10 days ago, Erica Guerrero
Bond
bond
bond
bond

As we close out Assistant Principals' Week, we celebrate and thank Mrs. Skretta, Mrs. Alaniz Banda, Mrs. Cavazos-Arjona and Mrs. DeLaCruz for their leadership, heart, and dedication to our Lion community. We are so grateful for you. #OnePride

10 days ago, Celeste Lopez
AP Week
AP Week
Incoming Lion families — don’t forget!
Our 5th Grade Transition Parent Meeting is this Monday, April 20th at 5:30 p.m. in the DMS Gym.
We can’t wait to welcome you and share what 6th grade is all about. #OnePride
10 days ago, Celeste Lopez
Reminder
Inside the Pride: Mr. Alaniz met with our 6th, 7th, and 8th graders today, reminding them of their strength, their potential, and the importance of giving their best on STAAR next week. Our Lions are ready to rise to the challenge! #OnePride
10 days ago, Celeste Lopez
STAAR talks
STAAR talks
STAAR talks
Inside the Pride: Our Lions are locked in and reviewing hard as we gear up for STAAR next week. Strong effort now means strong results ahead. #OnePride
10 days ago, Celeste Lopez
Inside the Pride
Inside the Pride