Announcements
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FRIDAY, MAY 26 IS A STUDENT EARLY RELEASE DAY AT 12:00 PM. NO BACKPACKS ARE ALLOWED ON FRIDAY.
EL VIERNES 26 DE MAYO UN DÍA DE SALIDO TEMPRANA PARA LOS ESTUDIANTES A LAS 12:00 PM. NO SE PERMITIRÁN MOCHILAS ESTE VIERNES.
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SUMMER HOURS JUNE 5 - JUNE 29 ARE 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM MONDAY - THURSDAY.
HORARIO DE VERANO DEL 5 DE JUNIO AL 29 DE JUNIO SON DE 8:00 AM A 5:00 PM DE LUNES A JUEVES.
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ALL FAMILIES PLEASE COMPLETE A MEAL APPLICATION FOR THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR. SCAN THE QR CODE BELOW. THANK YOU!
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SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
South Elementary is a neighborhood school that has had many generations of families grow at our campus. We take pride in our family school atmosphere and love sharing and hearing stories about how one another's grandma, grandpa, dad, cousin, sibling, or other family member learned in the same classrooms. We strive to build strong relationships with our families and involve our community to create a partnership to support our students.
Administration
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Cynthia Rodriguez
Principal
Cynthia Rodriguez
Principal
cynthia.rodriguez@midlandisd.net -
Christy Tynes
Assistant Principal
Christy Tynes
Assistant Principal
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Carina Thomas
School Counselor
Carina Thomas
School Counselor
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Blanca Prieto
School Nurse
Blanca Prieto
School Nurse
blanca.prieto@midlandisd.net
District Highlights
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Enrollment is now open
Now is the time to enroll for the next school year! Visit midlandisd.net/enroll to get started! Enrollment is required for all new and returning students (including those returning to the same campus). You’ll find links and step-by-step instructions for Skyward as well as Apply Midland, where you can apply for Pre-K, schools of choice, and learn about all of our campuses.
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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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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 named District of the Year for work with Bilingual students
“It is truly an honor to be recognized as ‘District of the Year’ by Summit K12,” said Lety Amalla, Executive Director of Student Programs. “This award affirms the commitment we have made to support emergent bilingual students across our district, and the gains our students have made is a testament to the investment our teachers and partners have made to education.”
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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.
Contact
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South Elementary
200 W. Dakota Ave
Midland, TX 79701
432-240-8100
Events
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June 26, 2023
5:30 PM School Board Meeting
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July 24, 2023
5:30 PM School Board Meeting