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Abell Jr. High is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment that prepares all of our students for college or career. We take pride in our traditions and strive for excellence in all that we do. We build strong personal relationships, partner with stakeholders, and provide a supportive and rigorous educational experience coupled with high expectations for behavior and academic achievement.
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Parents, please stay in your vehicles when dropping off and picking up your student(s). This helps the drop off and pick up run smoothly. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
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REMINDERS: This year we will start paying for lunches again. Prices are below. You will have to fill-out the Free/Reduced lunch Application online or get the forms in our Front Office. Here is the MISD link for our school lunches where you can find the menus for Abell for the month of August. This will be the same for the rest of the year.
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Abell Dismissal Procedures:
8th grade: Dismissed out the Flagpole ONLY. Parents will pick-up in front of the flagpole oon Heritage Blvd. Please read map below.
7th grade: Dismissed out the 7th grade entrance by Circle Drive. Students will be picked up on Wadley according to the map below.
All Bus Students: Bus students will stay inside in the Commons ONLY
We will have teachers/admin. on duty at both locations.
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This link will provide you with an actual map to decide appropriate bus.
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Abell Junior High will not require standard attire/uniforms for the 2022-23 school year. We will, however, enforce the Dress Code as outlined by MISD and seen below.
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All new and returning students must enroll! Visit midlandisd.net/enroll to get started.
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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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MISD announces four new principal hires
Midland ISD is excited to announce the appointment of four principals to serve students at our campuses. Each of these principals is currently working in MISD, and is being promoted from within.
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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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35 MISD Musicians Earn All-Region Honors
A total of 35 MISD students from Midland and Legacy High Schools have been named to the All-Region Orchestra. Additionally, four were also honored as "First Chair" for their respective instruments.
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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 launches space-themed science program
Midland ISD is excited to announce the launch of a new program aimed at exposing students to aerospace, aeronautics, and space exploration. Go For Launch! uses space exploration as a platform to engage students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), teamwork, communication, and leadership.
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Abell Principal named Middle School Principal of the Year for Region 18
Abell Junior High Principal Cyndi Pyles has been named Middle School Principal of the Year for 2021-22 by the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals for Region 18. Pyles was chosen for this honor by her peers within the region. She is eligible to compete for the state title of Texas Principal of the Year.
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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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Dr. Crystal Clark
Principal
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Lauri Taylor
Assistant Principal
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Amanda Hunter
Assistant Principal
