A little over 30 days left of instruction in the 2020-2021 school year. Good luck to all of our students that will start STAAR tests tomorrow! Let’s finish this school year as strong as we started.
#MotivationMonday
#FinishStrong
Photo Courtesy of Jon Gordon
Mineola ISD is now receiving applications for a Transportation Mechanic. Please share the word!
The responsibilities of this position will be to maintain all district owned vehicles at maximum efficiency and accurately record all repairs, parts, and other services. Perform major mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of district vehicles following established policies and procedures.
Please contact Mrs. Sherri Harding, Director of Transportation at (903) 569-3909 or by email at hardings@mineolaisd.net for more information.
Great turnout this morning at the Wood County Junior Livestock Show’s live auction. Congratulations to all of our students and a special thanks to all of the buyers who support this great show every year!
#CTE
#MineolaFFA
On behalf of Mineola ISD, I want to wish you and your family a Happy Easter. I am thankful for God’s many blessings and appreciate your continued partnership as we help each student reach their greatest potential. The best is yet to come!
My best,
Cody Mize
Superintendent
**Please be patient with student pick-up today if you have students at the Primary and Middle School due to a Track Meet that is taking place at Meredith Memorial Stadium.**
State testing is right around the corner. Please mark these dates on your calendar.
Tuesday, April 6, 4th and 7th graders will take the STAAR writing test and high school students enrolled in English 1 will take the English 1 EOC.
Then, on Thursday, April 8, high school students enrolled in English 2 will take the English 2 EOC. High school students who have not successfully completed either of the English exams will also be testing.
Perfect weather for the Wood County Junior Livestock Show! Good luck to all of our students participating. The Live Auction will be held on Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. in downtown Golden, Texas.
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#MineolaFFA
Mark your calendar now!
Where: Mineola Primary School
What to bring: drivers license, student social security card, proof of residence, and updated immunizations. For Pre-K, you will also need last pay stubs to determine qualification.
Days and Times:
Monday - April 5 - 8:30-4:30
Tuesday, April 6 - 8:30 - 7:30
Wednesday, April 7 - 8:30 - 4:30
Thursday, April 8 - 8:30 - 4:30
Friday, April 9 - 8:30 - 4:00
Congratulations to Tanner Block and Thomas Hooton on earning a spot at the Regional Fishing Tournament being held at Lake O The Pines on Saturday, April 17th. Thanks to Brian Mobley for serving as their boat captain! Good luck guys!
Congratulations to the Mineola High School Band on all 1’s and winning the UIL Sweepstakes! We are proud of you!
#UIL
What a show by the Mineola FFA Chapter last night! Congratulations to our students and teachers. Special thanks to Ramirez Heating and Air, Mineola Community Bank, and Mineola Pack for your sponsorships and support.
The Varsity Soccer team concluded their 2021 season last week. We really appreciate this great group of Seniors who have helped continue to build this program through the years.
#UIL
Good morning everyone! Bring the kids and come out and join us this evening at the Mineola FFA Chapter Livestock Show. Showtime is 6:00 p.m.
#CTE
#TexasFFA
Yesterday we had an opportunity to thank and wish our best to Ms. Jennifer Knipp on a career move to the private sector supporting school systems across the nation. Jennifer has served in the role of High School Assistant Principal and most recently in the role of Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Thank you Ms. Knipp for all you have done for MISD and good luck in the future!
Big shout out to Kejuan Fite who will be participating in the State Powerlifting Meet today! Good luck Kejuan! We are proud of you!
We are proud to share with you our State Qualifiers in UIL Theatrical Design!
Lindsey Harris and Miniya Rodriguez
Happy Friday everyone!
Based on the recent data trends relating to COVID-19, face coverings will become optional for all students and staff beginning on Monday, March 29th for all operations within the school district. Temperature checks will no longer be required at the beginning and middle of the day.
All COVID testing and positivity rates will continue to be monitored closely as we conclude the 2020-2021 school year. Staff, Students, Parents, and Community Members, we can't stay "Thank You" enough for your willingness to be cooperative and work with us throughout the school year.
Let's finish strong!
Our best always,
Cody Mize
Superintendent of Schools
Raising money for a good cause and having fun in the process. Big shout out to these Primary School students for all of their help with Jump Rope for Heart and Mrs. Coach Bowker for being a good sport!
We are proud of our UIL journalism team that won 1st in district UIL Academic competition on Monday, March 22!
Left to right...
Taylor Ihlenfleldt - Senior
Feature Writing - 5th place
Luz Tinajero - Junior
Feature Writing - 3rd place
News Writing - 2nd place
Ali Jordan - Sophomore
Feature Writing - 1st place
Editorial Writing - 3rd place
New Writing - 1st place
Vanessa Veloz - Sophomore
Editorial Writing - 2nd place
News Writing - 4th place
Headline - 2nd place
They will compete at SFA Regionals April 18th.
It Is Back!
Special thanks to the City of Mineola and all of the wonderful volunteers that make Mineola a great community to raise a family.
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