Alonzo De Leon Middle School

📢 Important Info for Summer Fitness Program! 🏃‍♂️💪 No transportation in July. Also physical needed in July.

📣 Happy Principal’s Day to the heart of our school, Mr. Ignacio Alaniz, Jr.! 💙🦁 Thank you for leading with vision, kindness, and unwavering support. Your dedication to our students and staff makes De Leon Middle School a stronger, brighter place every day.

📣 Our De Leon International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme continues to accept applications for next school year! Reminder, you must apply to be in IB! We are excited to grow our lion pride! Apply today! https://mcallenisd.schoolmint.net/signin

From multitasking with a smile to keeping everything running behind the scenes, your work does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all you do for our staff, students, and families!

🍪🍰 Calling all De Leon Lions families! 🦁 Help us sweeten Teacher Appreciation Week! 🎉 We’re asking for dessert donations to treat our amazing teachers starting Monday, May 5th. If you can, please bring in your favorite sweet treats to show our teachers some extra love! 💙

📸 A Look Back at Lion Power on the Track! Our De Leon Lions showed strength, speed, and school spirit on the track and field! From sprints to long jumps, these athletes gave it their all.

🌟 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!