District Highlights

English Learner Students Show Impressive Gains

A total of 185 students passed the English language proficiency assessment this year, meaning they can move out of bilingual instruction, and into English-only instruction with the rest of the student body. Last year, only 49 students met the English proficiency criteria.

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CNS workers recognized during School Lunch Week

Child Nutrition Services workers have worked tirelessly to prepare and serve our students since COVID-19 forced campuses to close in March.

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Schools Honored by Imagine Learning

Five MISD elementary schools were named "Imagine Nation School of Excellence" for their work with Imagine Math. More than 16,000 schools participate in the program, and less than 1% received the distinction.

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We're here to help

Welcome back, students and parents! Below is a list of some phone numbers and links that can help get you through the first few days of school. And don't forget, your campus can also provide important info about returning to school.

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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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Board Approves 2019-2020 School Calendar

The Midland ISD Board of Trustees has approved the school calendar for 2019-2020. The first day of school is Wednesday, August 14th. Click to see the full calendar.

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Jennifer Seybert Selected to be First Young Women's Leadership Academy Principal

Dr. Jennifer Seybert will be the first principal at Young Women's Leadership Academy, a STEM-focused school set to open in 2019-20.

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UPDATE: Classic Honda of Midland, anonymous donor help get South's food pantry started

Thanks to the efforts of Educate Midland and the West Texas Food Bank, South Elementary is getting its own school food pantry. Classic Honda of Midland kicked the project off by donating a deep freezer, and we are very thankful for their help in feeding students and families!

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Concho Resources gives students lessons in real-life science

Where are math and science in everyday life? Everywhere! Concho Resources engineers and geologists gave Bush students hands-on lessons about how they're used.

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Three Goddard Junior High students recognized for artistic achievements

Goddard students Liberty Sustiata, Keren Ortega, and Madolyn Burns all moved on to the state round of the PTA Reflections contest.

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Pioneer Natural Resources donates truck to CTE

Pioneer Natural Resources has generously donated an F-250 pickup to Career and Technology Education for the Midland High agriculture department to use.

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Milam accepted into No Excuses University

Milam Elementary has been accepted into No Excuses University! In order to qualify, campuses must meet rigorous criteria, and implement six required systems. Each system is designed to pave the way for all students to attend college. Milam is now one of fewer than 230 schools nationwide to join the network.

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Midland ISD named finalist for prestigious leadership program

Midland ISD is one of only 14 school districts statewide to be named a finalist for The Holdsworth Center's next leadership cohort. The program picks top districts in the state that are working to become a System of Great Schools.

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Lee history teacher shares his story about personal relationship with President Bush

George H.W. Bush touched many lives, and one Midland ISD teacher on Wednesday shared his story about how his personal relationship with the president motivates him to be an educator.

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First Tee expanding in Midland ISD

First Tee West Texas introduces elementary students to the game of golf. Beginning in January, the program will expand to 20 campuses.

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Open spots still available for free heart screenings

Spots filled up fast for the December clinic, but there are still some available for January. This free screening is potentially life-saving!

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Tyler Wade signs with the University of Tennessee

Tyler will trade in the purple and gold for orange and white when he plays baseball for the Volunteers.

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Lee honors students with academic recognitions

Lee High School has recognized its students' academic achievement, including Miles Baker, who was named a National Merit Commended Scholar.

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Cooper Jauz commits to play baseball at Midland College

Cooper Jauz has decided to become a Chaparral! The Midland High senior recently signed to play baseball for Midland College during a ceremony held at the high school gym with more than 100 friends and family in attendance.

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Right At School to provide care over holiday break

Right at School will provide childcare for Midland ISD students at TWO campuses over the Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Holidays. You must register ahead of time, as space is limited.

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