Healthier Texas Week 4 Challenge results. Coming in at the top large city for the 4th week is McAllen with 2592,650 points. McAllen ISD is in 3rd place of large Texas school districts with 1,742,000 points. De Leon Middle is currently in 5th place of all schools. Top 3 DMS students are Faith Lara, Madison Ramirez, and Lilia Solorzano. Top 3 DMS staff are Coach Cruz, Mrs. Guerra-Martinez, and Mrs. Albright. Keep logging in those healthy activities.





🏈 8th Grade Light Team Wins!
A hard-fought 29-28 victory over Murphy! Great job, team! 🔥💪

🏆 Victory Alert! 🏆
De Leon Lions Softball takes the win against RYMS with a final score of 8-7! 🎉
Way to go, Lions! #DeLeonLionsStrongerTogether #SoftballVictory #GoLions


Get ready for a week full of love and laughter! ❤️ This Valentine's week, we're not just passing out chocolates—we're bringing the fun! We’ll be selling candy grams (sweet messages, extra sweet candy), friendship bracelets (because who doesn’t love a little wrist bling?), and even setting up a Selfie Station during lunch (because nothing says love like selfies!). It's going to be a week of heart-filled adventures, so get your pink and red ready! 💖


📢 Attention Parents! 📢
Join us for an important Parent Meeting about Preregistration & Dual Enrollment opportunities for your child! 🎓✨ Learn how your student can get ahead with college credit while still in middle school.


Congratulations to 8th Grade Dark for placing 3rd in the District Tournament!

🌟 Thank You to Our Amazing Counselors! 🌟
This National School Counseling Week, we celebrate and appreciate our incredible counselors for their guidance, support, and dedication to our students' success. 💙📚💡Thank you for making a difference every day!

We’re thrilled to celebrate Mrs. Janice Rivera, our Teacher of the Year! 🎉 As a dynamic Reading Language Arts teacher, she brings energy, creativity, and a spark of fun to every lesson.

❤️ February Edition of Stronger Together! ❤️
This month is all about “Leading by Example.” 🌟 Take on the Challenge of Learning Together: try something new as a family! A new craft or a new recipe! 🧶🍲
Small actions lead to big lessons! Let’s grow stronger together. 💪
Don't forget to tag us as you complete the challenge and use the hashtag #DeLeonLionsStrongerTogether 📸


Join us in thanking our amazing counselors for their dedication and hard work!

FCA invites all students and staff to our huddle on Friday, February 7, 2025 from 7:30-7:50 am. Bring a friend! See huddle leaders Coach Oliva, Coach Cruz, and Coach Alcantar for more details.

Congratulations to our Lady Lions 7th grade team for their impressive victory against Escalante today, with a score of 16-1!

Healthier Texas Week 3 Challenge results. Coming in at the top large city is McAllen with 2,184,250 points. McAllen ISD is in 3rd place of large Texas school districts. De Leon Middle is currently in 5th place with 843,450 points.





DMS staff and their families gathered to participate in the 2025 World Cancer Walk to show support for cancer patients, celebrate cancer survivors, and to remember those who have lost their lives to cancer.

Did you know? Students are more likely to succeed when they have access to a school counselor! 📚✨ Counselors help with academics, career planning, and social-emotional growth, making a huge impact on students' futures.

Thank you to everyone who came out to audition! We wish we could take everyone, but with so much incredible talent, the selection process was incredibly tough. Every single one of you is a valued part of De Leon Theatre, and we truly hope to see you at the next audition!

📣 Join us for one of our Informational Virtual Meetings to learn more about our International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme at De Leon Middle School!
Our applications for the 25-26 school year are now open!
Ready to apply? https://mcallenisd.schoolmint.net/signin


This week, we’re celebrating National School Counseling Week, with the theme "School Counseling: Helping Students Thrive." Our school counselors are dedicated to providing support, guidance, and encouragement, helping students navigate their academic journeys and prepare for what's ahead.

📢 February Newsletter Alert! 📰✨
Our latest newsletter is packed with exciting events, student highlights, and plenty of photos! 📸🎉 Stay connected and see all the amazing moments happening at De Leon MS!
https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/OTdHPFGb9oWUY

🎭 Missed Auditions or Tech Sign-Ups? No worries! 🎶
We heard you loud and clear — and we’ve got GREAT news! Auditions have been extended to Monday, February 3, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.
Don’t miss your chance to shine on stage or work your magic behind the scenes. We can’t wait to see what you’ve got! See you there! 🎤✨🎭

