
Sims students will have the opportunity to have a Valentines picture taken by Brandi Garza on Monday, February 5th at no cost to parents. Thank you to the PTA for covering the cost of these photos.



The Administration Building employees had their Annual Chili Cook-off today and here are the placings: 1st (Angie Rogers), 2nd (Debbie Nelson) & 3rd (Brad Andrews). If you see them out and about, offer them congratulations!


Mexia ISD was awarded a grant from Texas A&M to help bridge the gap for our students with disabilities in their transition from school to adult life, especially with transition from school to employment. Blackcat Avenue will provide our high school students with job skill training, communication skills, and self-advocacy training

ALL PRO DADS
WHEN: FRIDAY. 1/26. 7:45AM
WHERE: R.Q. SIMS CAFETERIA
WHO: ANY DADS/MENTORS +MCBAY/SIMS STUDENT(S)
NEW PROCESS...
1. IF POSSIBLE, BRING YOUR STUDENT(S) WITH YOU TO APD. SCHOOL ATTENDANCE IS NOT TAKEN UNTIL STUDENTS RETURN TO CLASS
2. PLEASE, RSVP USING THE QR CODE ABOVE BY WEDNESDAY@ NOON FOR EXPEDITED SIGN IN


January 16, 2024 12:30 p.m. Blackcat family, Mexia ISD will return to regular schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Stay safe and warm.

Attention: Parents of Emergent Bilingual Students
You are invited to a watch party:
Topic: Fostering Statewide Community Connections for Families of EB Students
Date & Time: January 23, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Location: R.Q. Sims Intermediate Library


Mark your calendars! MLK Parade and Program!
On Jan 13, St Luke's United Methodist Church will host the annual MLK Jr Day Parade through Downtown Mexia. Afterwards, there will be a program at the Civic Center entitled "Shifting Priorities to Promote Unity and Justice".
The MHS Band will be performing as well as other organizations.
If you would like to be a part of the parade, please meet at the First United Methodist Church in Mexia at 10:00AM.
The Parade will start at 11:00 AM.
There is also an art and essay contest with cash prizes. See the graphics below for information. Entries are due Jan 7.


Congratulations December MISD Award Winners!






McBay Staff expesses their appreciation for their Christmas bonus checks.


The District 20-3A JH OAP competition was held on December 7 and Mexia finished with a third place plaque and medals. The company performed "The Girl in the White Pinafore" which tells the story of the New London School Explosion in 1937.
The student performance on competition day was brilliant. They told the story beautifully and were wonderful representatives of MISD, Mr. Scott Batts (theater director) is so proud of them!!!
Nimzy Canizales (8th) was an all-star crew member
Jazmin Herrera (8th) was named the honorable mention all star cast
Anna Quinones-Matheny (7th) was named to the all star cast


Mexia ISD Custodians: We want to thank you for all your efforts to keep our facilities clean. We appreciate YOU!!!


Mexia ISD Holiday Band Concert will take place on Thursday, December 7, 2023 in the High School Auditorium beginning at 6:30 pm. All instrumental musicians in the Mexia ISD band programs will perform in this concert. There will be two beginning bands, two Jr. High bands and one High School Band. It will be an extravaganza to delight all ages including music from the season to help kindle that Christmas Spirit. Everyone is invited to attend this festive occasion!


Attention Mexia ISD Parents: If you have not visited our "Parent & Family Engagement" page of our district website, please follow this link to access helpful resources.
https://www.mexiaisd.net/o/mexia-independent-school-district/page/parent-family-engagement


McBay & Sims Dads: All Pro Dads is meeting this Friday, November 17th from 7:45-8:30AM in the RQ Sims Cafeteria. Please RSVP using the QR code by Wednesday at noon to expedite your entry.


Join MISD for Choose Love week! See attached flyer for dress up day details.


Students & Staff: Tomorrow, Friday, November 10th, please wear red, white & blue in honor of our Veterans.


We hope you'll join us in supporting our local Toys For Tots toy drive by dropping off a new unwrapped toy at one of these donation locations.


Saturday, November 4th: Texas High School Coaches Day


Toys For Tots Sign Ups


Attention ALL Mexia Area Veterans: You are invited to a Veterans' Day Breakfast & Program on Friday, November 10 at 8AM
