
š¦š® A Tasty Thank You! š®š¦
Our amazing staff enjoyed a delicious Teacher Appreciation Lunch from La Jaiba, thanks to the generous sponsorship from Cris Auto Service in McAllen! š
Weāre so grateful for community partners who go the extra mile to help us celebrate the heart of our campus ā our hardworking, passionate educators! šš½ļø
Thank you, Cris Auto Service, for treating our team to something special!


šš„ Grillinā & Chillinā for Our Amazing Teachers! š„š
Our staff came together to fire up the grill and celebrate the heart of our school ā our incredible teachers! š From flipping burgers to prepping plates, it was a full team effort to serve up some appreciation.


Our very own Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Rivera, was recognized today at the McAllen ISD Teacher of the Year Luncheon. š


š®š Gracias to Elite Security International! šš®
A HUGE thank you for sponsoring our Teacher Appreciation Lunch! šYour generosity helped us celebrate our amazing staff with delicious food and big smiles. Weāre grateful for your support & commitment to our school community!


šøš° May is Blooming with News! š¦š
https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/aRiMQvu6PG9Tj
Our De Leon Middle School May Newsletter is here ā filled with highlights, important dates, student spotlights, and end-of-year info you wonāt want to miss! š
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DE LEON 7th grade UTRGV GEAR UP!! Gearing up for success: Celebrating Collaboration, Creativity, Innovation and Leadership at the College 1st Drones & Rovers Camp!!


š½ļøšŖ Happy School Lunch Hero Day! šŖš
Join us in celebrating the amazing team that keeps our students fueled, smiling, and ready to learn. From early mornings to busy lunch lines, you serve up more than meals ā you serve up love and care every single day.
Thank you, School Lunch Heroes!


š¦š A ROARING Thank You to Our PTO Volunteers! šš¦
To all the incredible parents and guardians who show up, lend a hand, and sprinkle a little extra magic into everything we do ā THANK YOU! āØ


May is Mental Health Awareness Month š ā a time to prioritize
well-being, promote kindness, and support one another. At De Leon MS, Lions are All In when it comes to creating a safe and supportive environment for every student and staff member.


š¢ Important Info for Summer Fitness Program! šāāļøšŖ
No transportation in July. Also physical needed in July.



š£ Happy Principalās Day to the heart of our school, Mr. Ignacio Alaniz, Jr.! šš¦
Thank you for leading with vision, kindness, and unwavering support. Your dedication to our students and staff makes De Leon Middle School a stronger, brighter place every day.


š£ Our De Leon International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme continues to accept applications for next school year! Reminder, you must apply to be in IB! We are excited to grow our lion pride! Apply today!
https://mcallenisd.schoolmint.net/signin



From multitasking with a smile to keeping everything running behind the scenes, your work does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all you do for our staff, students, and families!


šŖš° Calling all De Leon Lions families! š¦
Help us sweeten Teacher Appreciation Week! š
Weāre asking for dessert donations to treat our amazing teachers starting Monday, May 5th.
If you can, please bring in your favorite sweet treats to show our teachers some extra love! š



šø A Look Back at Lion Power on the Track! Our De Leon Lions showed strength, speed, and school spirit on the track and field! From sprints to long jumps, these athletes gave it their all.






š Still Grateful, Always Appreciative! š
Administrative Professionals Day may have passed, yet our gratitude continues to shine!
To our incredible administrative professionals at De Leon Middle Schoolāthank you for everything you do. Your patience, organization, and daily support keep our campus running like a well-oiled machine. From answering calls to solving problems before they even begin, you are the calm in the chaos and the friendly faces we rely on. We appreciate you more than words can say!


Let's show our appreciation for our bus drivers! We're sending a big THANK YOU to the amazing drivers who safely carry our Lions to and from school every day! Your early mornings, steady patience, and warm greetings make a difference in the lives of our students.


šā¾ļø Championship Bound! ā¾ļøš
Huge congratulations to the De Leon / Fossum 6th Grade Elevate Warrior Baseball Team for making it all the way to the CHAMPIONSHIP GAME and finishing strong in 2nd Place! š„šŖ
Your teamwork, hustle, and heart make us proud!


Boys and Girls Club McAllen is registering for their upcoming Summer Leagues, see flyer for details:


šāØ Calling all 5th grade parents!
Join us for an important parent meeting to learn all about your childās transition to middle school. Weāll share what to expect, how to prepare, and ways to support your student every step of the way!

