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Santa Rita Elementary is committed to providing a safe, welcoming learning environment, where all students progress and experience success. We believe in building strong relationships with our students as well as our families and working hand-in-hand to develop and foster those relationships. We serve Pre-Kindergarten students through 6th grade and provide ESL pull-out services for qualifying students and employ a Balanced Literacy approach to teaching literacy skills in the primary grades.
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November School Board Meeting
November's meeting was the first for our new Board of Trustees, which included our election of new officers. Other highlights academic, planning, and financial updates.
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United Way of Midland Campaign
MISD is giving back! To participate in this year's United Way of Midland Campaign, Click the link below. Thank you for your support!
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October School Board Meeting
The Legacy High School Choir kicked off October's Board of Trustees meeting with a beautiful rendition of the National Anthem. Click the link before for more highlights from the meeting.
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MISD welcomes 2nd Class of Aspiring Principals Academy
The academy hosts eight professional development sessions that are filled with problem-solving lessons. The academy isn't run by third-party consultants. The LLI team is leading the way by passing on their expertise as leaders to this class.
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MISD raises pay for substitute teachers
Midland ISD has increased the daily rate of pay for substitute teachers. The raise comes as part of the recent update to the district's Compensation Manual, which was approved by the Board of Trustees at September's meeting.
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September Board Meeting Highlights
MISD has named Kellie Spencer as Acting Superintendent! Learn more about her, and other highlights from our September Board Meeting by clicking here.
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Latest data shows academic improvement district wide
Midland ISD has earned a "B" grade from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) in the first complete ratings released since 2019. MISD's overall score of 80 is an improvement from the "C" grade of 75 last awarded and a milestone for the district.
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Convocation 2022
Midland ISD's Convocation 2022 was a smashing success! 2,700 staff members gathered to celebrate our achievements, set goals for the future, and bond as a team. #WeAreMISD!
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July Board Meeting Highlights
Did you miss July's School Board meeting? Click the link for an overview of some of the highlights, including a look at MISD's Strategic Plan.
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MISD hires Emergency Management Coordinator
This new position will oversee all administrative aspects of student and campus safety, including crisis situations, natural disasters or any other emergencies that may arise.
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STAAR results show student progress
Preliminary results from Spring 2022 STAAR testing show positive growth for Midland ISD students. Testing was administered in grades 3-8 in the areas of reading, math, social studies and science.
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Midland ISD Closer to Cleaner Air on Campuses
Midland ISD is upgrading its heating, cooling and air purification systems. The district plans to begin replacing HVAC systems before the start of the next school year, thanks in large part to a federal grant.
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MISD to install LED lighting district-wide
The Midland ISD Board of Trustees has given the green light to new, cost-saving LED lighting throughout the district. The project will include retrofitting all existing fluorescent and incandescent lighting both inside and outside.
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MISD Accepted Into Teacher Incentive Allotment Program
Midland ISD has received initial approval to participate in the state's Teacher Incentive Allotment program, which will give teachers the opportunity to earn extra, performance-based pay if they meet certain academic goals.
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MISD Family Support Center Receives $2,000 Grant
The Midland ISD Family Support Center has received a $2,000 grant that will help the center continue supporting students and families in need. The money provided by Superior HealthPlan will fund hygiene kits that contain essential items such as laundry detergent, soap, shampoo, and deodorant.
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MISD Names Deputy, Associate Superintendents
Midland ISD is pleased to announce the hire of three dynamic academic leaders who will join the district for the 2021-22 school year.
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Celebrating School Lunch Hero Day
Between preparing healthy food, adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile, MISD's Child Nutrition Services (CNS) professionals have a lot on their plate.
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Board approves 2021-22 Academic Calendar
The new calendar includes two weeks of "intersession," which is a chance for students who are falling behind to receive extra help. The two weeks of intersession are the weeks of October 18 and February 7.
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MISD becomes 1:1 Technology District
Midland ISD has achieved its goal of affording every student in the District access to their own learning device.
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Family Support Center
The brand new Family Support Center is a way for MISD to help families in need. Click the link to learn more about the program and how you can get help.
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Apply Midland
The second application window is now open for our schools of choice as well as transfers. Click the link to access Apply Midland. There you can research all of our campuses, then apply.
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Debra Alba
Principal
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Jami Saldana
Assistant Principal
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Amanda Arguello
Secretary
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Donna Taylor
School Nurse
