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Young Women's Leadership Academy
The Young Women’s Leadership Academy (YWLA) is a Midland ISD school of choice focusing on college preparatory academics, leadership development through community service, and health and wellness. YWLA opened in the fall of 2019 and served grades 6 and 7 in year one and will eventually expand to a 6th-12th grade campus. We will serve grades 6-10 in 2022-2023.
YWLA is a partnership between Midland ISD and the Dallas-based Young Women’s Preparatory Network. This unique partnership will allow students to engage in a rigorous academic program and participate in field trips with a college-bound emphasis, enrichment classes, and extended-year summer learning projects that enhance the college preparatory curriculum. Science, mathematics, engineering and technology (STEM) receive special emphasis in this program. YWLA offers Pre-Advanced Placement courses to students beginning in sixth grade in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies. Advanced Placement (AP) classes will eventually make up a primary part of the curriculum at the high school level.
All YWLA students have classroom access to Chromebook computers while teachers integrate state-of-the-art technology tools into their instruction. Engaging elective and physical education courses and special interest clubs will complete the curriculum. YWLA students have the opportunity to experience a challenging college-preparatory curriculum in a truly unique, single-gender learning environment.The qualifications for students seeking admission to YWLA:
- Desire to attend a four-year college or university
- Minimum semester average of 80 in math and in reading
- Met standard on Reading and Math STAAR
- School attendance that supports success
- Participate in an interview
- Completes an essay
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February Board Meeting Highlights
Midland ISD recognized state qualifiers at the February Board meeting, including those from MHS Band and LHS Theatre. Click the link for other highlights from Feburary's meeting.
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January Board Meeting Highlights
MIdland ISD welcomed two new academic administrators at the January meeting. Trustees also approved the 2023-24 Academic Calendar. Click the headline for more.
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School Board Recognition Month
January is School Board Recognition Month in Texas. Midland ISD is taking the opportunity to celebrate our school board and all that they do to help make the lives of our students, staff, and community better! Thank you for your service to our district!
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MISD Announces New Superintendent
Dr. Stephanie D. Howard has been named the next Superintendent of Midland ISD. Her first day is January 3, 2023.
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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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Principal Profile: Laura Doughty
YWLA Principal Laura Doughty admits that she always “kinda knew” she wanted to pursue a career in education, but it wasn’t until after college that she found her calling.
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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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Teachers of the Year
Congratulations to YWLA's Amanda Byars (left) and Henderson's Jane Bledsoe (right) for being named secondary and elementary teachers of the year, respectively.
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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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Laura Doughty
Principal
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Carla Donaldson
Assistant Principal
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Michele Hepfer
School Nurse
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Debbie Chandler
Secretary
