Mineola Independent School District

We had a great turnout today for the 2021 College Fair at Mineola High School!

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

What a great weekend of student success! Pride Through Excellence at Mineola ISD.

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

Friday, September 24th, 2021 Re: Weekly COVID-19 Update Good afternoon everyone! Through Friday, September 24th, the following active cases of COVID-19 are documented at Mineola ISD: *Please remember, the number of Active Cases will change daily as students that become positive go out and other students who have recovered during the mandatory 10 day quarantine period are allowed to return to school. Mineola High School - 9 Active Student Cases, 0 Active Staff Case Mineola Middle School- 0 Active Student Cases, 1 Active Staff Cases Mineola Elementary School- 0 Active Student Cases, 2 Active Staff Cases Mineola Primary School- 1 Active Student Cases, 0 Active Staff Cases *Our total student enrollment as of Friday, September 24th, 2021 is 1635 students. Our positivity rate is 0.006 for the virus. *We highly encourage parents to sign the permission forms so that we can test your child if they are experiencing symptoms for COVID-19 or have had a close contact encounter with someone who is positive. We have conducted over 500 tests in the District since the 2021-2022 school year began. The Abbott Laboratory Binax tests are 98% accurate and completely FREE to your child. Please call to schedule an appointment for testing if your child needs it! *Data shows that in our local hospitals, a very high percentage of those currently hospitalized or in ICU are unvaccinated. A very effective treatment in fighting COVID-19 has been infusion clinics that have been set up in East Texas. Here is contact information for one such clinic if you or one of your family members are in need. Free Monoclonal Antibodies Clinic UT Health North Campus 11937 US 271 903-877-7119 Appointment times are 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. seven days a week **You MUST call to schedule an appointment.** This is an infusion center for anyone over 12 years old and over 88 lbs. who has been diagnosed with COVID. You must have qualifying factors. Some, but not all, factors are as follows: Equal to or over the age of 65 Body Mass Index over 25 Diabetes High blood pressure Pregnant *Please continue to wash your hands, social distance, and wear a mask. Face coverings are encouraged, but not mandated at Mineola ISD for students that are aged appropriate (3rd Grade-12th) . Parents and guardians, these are challenging times where often times we don't know whether to make heads or tails of an issue, but THANK YOU for trusting us with your kids day in and day out. If you have any questions or we can help you in any way, please don't hesitate to contact your child's campus or any of our departments that can support you. My best always, Cody Mize Superintendent of Schools

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

Come out and enjoy the fun before the Yellowjackets take on the Red Raiders under the Friday night lights.

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

We are looking forward to welcoming our Freshman Class (Class of 25’) as they become the first class in Mineola ISD to sign the Mineola-TJC Promise Scholarship. This is a game changer for our students, their families, and our community! See you on October 4th!

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

2021-2022 High School Yearbooks on Sale NOW! Price Increase on October 1st, 2021. Senior Yearbook Ads on sale NOW! Only 7 spaces left for senior ads. Order Yearbook or Senior Ads now by using the QR code below.

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

If you need to purchase tickets for the Middle School football game Thursday night at Meredith Memorial Stadium, please see the link below: Home Link. secure.payk12.com/school/Mineola-HS-/606/item/204843 Visitor Link. secure.payk12.com/school/Mineola-HS-/606/item/204839

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

On Saturday, October 16th, Mineola ISD will be hosting an Employee Appreciation Event for all of the Mineola ISD Employees. If any of our friends in business, individuals, local churches, or service organizations would like to donate a door prize or support this event in any way, please contact Mrs. Sara West or Mrs. Amy Young at (903) 569-2448 or by email at wests@mineolaisd.net or younga@mineolaisd.net Thank you in advance!

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

Mineola ISD is now hiring for dedicated team members in the Food Service Department. Please contact Mrs. Kim Myers for more information. Email: myersk@mineolaisd.net Phone: 903-569-6880 *Applications may be picked up at the Mineola ISD Administration Building.

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

If you need to purchase tickets for Friday's sporting events, check out the links below. Varsity Football vs. Winnsboro Red Raiders Home Link: secure.payk12.com/school/Mineola-HS-/606/item/202483 Visitor Link: secure.payk12.com/school/Mineola-HS-/606/item/202484 Varsity Volleyball vs. Quitman Bulldogs Home Link: secure.payk12.com/school/Mineola-HS-/606/item/202483 Visitor Link: secure.payk12.com/school/Mineola-HS-/606/item/202484

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

The Mineola High School Fishing Team had a great start to their tournament season at Lake Palestine today. Alexis Villida and Leo Sekour finished in 6th Place out of 120 Teams. Alexis also caught the biggest fish of the entire tournament today! James Clower and Hunter Wernecke placed in the Top 30. Parker Harris, Ashton Crowley, Parker Grant, and Jackey Geer placed in the Top 50%. And Buddy Ruffin and Jace Tyndall placed in the Top 60%. Congratulations to each of these students. #bassfishing #THSBA #MHS

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

Friday, September 17th, 2021 Re: Weekly COVID-19 Update Good afternoon everyone! Through Friday, September 17th, the following active cases of COVID-19 are documented at Mineola ISD: *Please remember, the number of Active Cases will change daily as students that become positive go out and other students are over the mandatory 10 day quarantine period and allowed to return to school.* Mineola High School - 20 Active Student Cases, 1 Active Staff Case Mineola Middle School- 8 Active Student Cases, 3 Active Staff Cases Mineola Elementary School- 4 Active Student Cases, 1 Active Staff Cases Mineola Primary School- 0 Active Student Cases, 0 Active Staff Cases *Our total student enrollment as of Friday, September 17th, 2021 is 1633 students. Our positivity rate is 0.019 for the virus. *We highly encourage parents to sign the permission forms so that we can test your child if they are experiencing symptoms for COVID-19 or have had a close contact encounter with someone who is positive. We have conducted over 500 tests in the District since the 2021-2022 school year began. The Abbott Laboratory Binax tests are 98% accurate and completely FREE to your child. Please call to schedule an appointment for testing if your child needs it! *Data shows that in our local hospitals, a very high percentage of those currently hospitalized or in ICU are unvaccinated. A very effective treatment in fighting COVID-19 has been infusion clinics that have been set up in East Texas. Here is contact information for one such clinic if you or one of your family members are in need. Free Monoclonal Antibodies Clinic UT Health North Campus 11937 US 271 903-877-7119 Appointment times are 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. seven days a week **You MUST call to schedule an appointment.** This is an infusion center for anyone over 12 years old and over 88 lbs. who has been diagnosed with COVID. You must have qualifying factors. Some, but not all, factors are as follows: Equal to or over the age of 65 Body Mass Index over 25 Diabetes High blood pressure Pregnant *Please continue to wash your hands, social distance, and wear a mask. Face coverings are encouraged, but not mandated at Mineola ISD for students that are aged appropriate (3rd Grade-12th) . Parents and guardians, these are challenging times where often times we don't know whether to make heads or tails of an issue, but THANK YOU for trusting us with your kids day in and day out. If you have any questions or we can help you in any way, please don't hesitate to contact your child's campus or any of our departments that can support you. My best always, Cody Mize Superintendent of Schools

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

Never Forget!

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

For those traveling to West Rusk this evening, tickets will be sold at the gate. If you aren’t making the drive over tonight, check out the Yellowjackets on the Yellowjacket Network broadcasted LIVE on the Mineola ISD Facebook Page or YouTube Channel.

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

Friday, September 10th, 2021 Re: Weekly COVID-19 Update Good afternoon everyone! Through Friday, September 10th, the following active cases of COVID-19 are documented at Mineola ISD: *Please remember, the number of Active Cases will change daily as students that become positive go out and other students are over the mandatory 10 day quarantine period and allowed to return to school.* Mineola High School - 24 Active Student Cases, 1 Active Staff Case Mineola Middle School- 12 Active Student Cases, 4 Active Staff Cases Mineola Elementary School- 5 Active Student Cases, 0 Active Staff Cases Mineola Primary School- 4 Active Student Cases, 1 Active Staff Cases *Our total student enrollment as of Friday, September 10th, 2021 is 1635 students. Our positivity rate is 0.027 for the virus. *We highly encourage parents to sign the permission forms so that we can test your child if they are experiencing symptoms for COVID-19 or have had a close contact encounter with someone who is positive. We have conducted over 400 tests in the District since the 2021-2022 school year began. The Abbott Laboratory Binax tests are 98% accurate and completely FREE to your child. Please call to schedule an appointment for testing if your child needs it! *Data shows that in our local hospitals, a very high percentage of those currently hospitalized or in ICU are unvaccinated. A very effective treatment in fighting COVID-19 has been infusion clinics that have been set up in East Texas. Here is contact information for one such clinic if you or one of your family members are in need. Free Monoclonal Antibodies Clinic UT Health North Campus 11937 US 271 903-877-7119 Appointment times are 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. seven days a week **You MUST call to schedule an appointment.** This is an infusion center for anyone over 12 years old and over 88 lbs. who has been diagnosed with COVID. You must have qualifying factors. Some, but not all, factors are as follows: Equal to or over the age of 65 Body Mass Index over 25 Diabetes High blood pressure Pregnant *Please continue to wash your hands, social distance, and wear a mask. Face coverings are encouraged, but not mandated at Mineola ISD for students that are aged appropriate (3rd Grade-12th) . Parents and guardians, these are challenging times where often times we don't know whether to make heads or tails of an issue, but THANK YOU for trusting us with your kids day in and day out. If you have any questions or we can help you in any way, please don't hesitate to contact your child's campus or any of our departments that can support you. My best always, Cody Mize Superintendent of Schools

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

Good morning everyone! Hope this message finds you having a great Friday. In case you weren't able to listen in on the COVID-19 Webinar that was held yesterday afternoon, you can check out our Youtube Channel for this latest information. The video starts at the 5:23 mark. While you are there, please hit "Subscribe" as well. The link can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRthZTLlBc0 If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact my office or any of our campuses. We would be glad to help you out. And, thank you so much for your support during these challenging times. Our best always, Cody Mize Superintendent of Schools

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

Happy Friday everyone! Mark your calendars now to attend the 55th Annual Mineola Hay Show on Tuesday, September 14th at 6:30 p.m. at the Mineola Civic Center. You can pick up tickets at Mineola High School. Funds raised help support scholarships for graduating Seniors.

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize

Please see the link to purchase JV Football Tickets tonight. Home JV Football : secure.payk12.com/school/Mineola-HS-/606/item/202585 Visitor JV Football: secure.payk12.com/school/Mineola-HS-/606/item/202583 If you would like to purchase tickets for tomorrow night's Varsity Football Game vs. West Rusk, they can be purchased at the gate. Thank you!

over 3 years ago, Cody Mize