Melissa Ridge Education Center

Despite cloudy skies, Cardinal Childcare students enjoyed a full day of Splash Day fun, laughter, and water play. 💦💙

It was a wonderful day for all!

Become a Cardinal ❤️ Melissa ISD is excited to welcome applications for Become a Cardinal, the district’s out-of-district transfer program for the 2026-2027 school year.

Families looking for a district rooted in core values, community connection, meaningful opportunities, and a tradition of excellence are invited to explore what it means to be part of the Cardinal Way.

Applications are open for eligible students in Kindergarten through 12th grade at campuses with available capacity and are processed on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis. Students entering 11th grade may also separately apply for the Melissa High School International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme.

Ready to Become a Cardinal? Learn more and apply today: https://www.melissaisd.org/becomeacardinal

Join us at the Melissa ISD Health & Wellness Fair on Friday, May 15, from 5-8 p.m., prior to the Spring Football game! Hosted in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce, this event is a great opportunity to explore valuable health and wellness resources for the entire family. Gain valuable insights from experts, connect with over 40 vendors, enjoy bounce houses and other activities for the kids, concessions, and more. Learn more about the event at: www.melissaisd.org/article/2857325

Childcare staff spent the day learning at Pathway to Quality Care – Building a Sweeter Tomorrow 💛💛💛

Grateful for the opportunity to learn, grow, and bring back fresh ideas to better serve our children and families. We had a great time and are excited for what’s ahead!