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  • March 23 and 24, 2021, Remote Meetings of the Merkel...

    Pursuant to Governor Abbott’s Temporary Suspension of Open Meetings Laws issued on March 16, 2020, and consistent with new state and local mandates, the Merkel ISD Board of Trustees will conduct a Called Board Meeting for Strategic Planning on March 23 at 5:30 PM and   Regular Board of Trustees Meeting at 6:30 PM on March 24, 2021.   These meetings will be conducted via the Google Meet/Hangout platform, which may be audible and/or visible to the Board and public. A quorum of the Board of Trustees may or may not be physically present at one location, and we will not be permitting in-person attendance by members of the public . Staff will only be present as requested by the superintendent. A recording of the meeting will be available for viewing following the meeting. An electronic copy of the agenda packet may be viewed here: Agenda You can access the Google Meet/Hangout here:  https://meet.google.com/pit-zfnu-qor Public Comment: If you wish to engage the MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees in "public comment" please complete and submit this form.  Comments submitted and received by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be available to the Board for review and consideration during the meeting.   Public Comment

    Sunday, Mar 21 2021

  • Reminder: StepBet Challenge starts on Monday!

    Merkel ISD is hosting a StepBet challenge starting Monday, March 22nd and we want you to join! The challenge is open to Merkel ISD staff, parents and community members.  It's a fun 6-week game where we'll motivate each other to stay active and possibly win a little cash in the process.   To join , FIRST...download the StepBet app on your smartphone.  Then, type in the game code MERKEL  on the app , or go to this link:   https://step.bet/64S7eNAFseb The first week is warm-up (practice) week, so you won't be eliminated during the first week.  Weeks 2-5, you must complete 4 active days and 2 power days each week to stay in the game.  It is a great motivator to get off the couch and get moving! It's $30 to join through the StepBet app via PayPal or credit card. If you meet your weekly goals and stay in the game until the end, you get your $30 back, and possibly a little more money if people don't make it to the end of the game.   See StepBet Rules - Payouts for more information  (link below).    For questions and to find out which activity trackers are supported, please see the links below. Rules are here: StepBet Rules   F AQs are here: StepBet FAQ Hope to see you in the game!

    Tuesday, Mar 16 2021

  • February 25, 2021, Remote Meeting of the Merkel ISD ...

    Pursuant to Governor Abbott’s Temporary Suspension of Open Meetings Laws issued on March 16, 2020, and consistent with new state and local mandates, the Merkel ISD Board of Trustees will conduct a Regular Board of Trustees Meeting at 6:30 PM on February 25, 2021.   This meeting will be conducted via the Google Meet/Hangout platform, which may be audible and/or visible to the Board and public. A quorum of the Board of Trustees may or may not be physically present at one location, and we will not be permitting in-person attendance by members of the public. Staff will only be present as requested by the superintendent. A recording of the meeting will be available for viewing following the meeting. An electronic copy of the agenda packet may be viewed here: Agenda You can access the Google Meet/Hangout here:  https://meet.google.com/oyb-asts-pqq Public Comment: If you wish to engage the MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees in "public comment" please complete and submit this form.  Comments submitted and received by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be available to the Board for review and consideration during the meeting.   Public Comment

    Thursday, Feb 25 2021

  • MISD says goodbye to Tye Elementary

    Click this  LINK to read the article.  [Monday, Feb 22 at 10:59 AM] All the links have been updated! Sorry for the inconvenience.

    Monday, Feb 22 2021

  • No School for Students the Rest of the Week!

    After considering continued forecasts of extreme winter weather and its impact on our families and our facilities, MISD has determined that extending the closure was necessary for all students and staff's safety and well-being. Even when greater accessibility to our campuses is restored, MISD estimates that it will take at least a day to ensure that buildings and staff are prepared to welcome students back. Therefore, MISD will modify the School Calendar to change Friday, February 19, 2021, to a Teacher Workday and Student Holiday.  Students will return to class on Monday, February 22, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. Students, if you have "incomplete work," it is  IMPERATIVE  that you get it turned in ASAP!  Utilize Google Classroom and your school email to communicate with your teachers.

    Wednesday, Feb 17 2021

  • School Closed Wednesday 2/17 and 2/18

    Due to the hazardous road conditions and no water, MISD will be closed tomorrow, 2.17.21, and Thursday 2.18.21 We are hopeful  that we can return to school on Friday.   There are several considerations when making these decisions including road conditions, additional weather activity overnight, and the status of utilities (including power, water, and gas). We are in communication with the City of Merkel and they are keeping us updated on the status of utilities in our community, The Girls Basketball game is tentatively set for Thursday.  However, the host school is currently without power and water. As more information is available it will be released here. Further updates will be posted on ParentSquare, Facebook, Twitter, and local news media sources. Stay warm and be safe!

    Tuesday, Feb 16 2021

  • School Closed Tomorrow----2.16.2021

    Due to the hazardous road conditions and potential for power and water issues, MISD will be closed tomorrow, 2.16.21. We are hopeful  that we can return to school on Wednesday. Further updates will be posted on ParentSquare, Facebook, Twitter, and local news media sources. Basketball games are TBD. More information will be released as soon as we have it, Stay warm and be safe!

    Monday, Feb 15 2021

  • School Closed Today----2.11.2021

    Due to the inclement weather and hazardous road conditions, Merkel ISD will be closed today, February 11, 2021.  Classes will resume at 8:00 a.m. Tuesday morning. Further updates will be posted on ParentSquare, Facebook, Twitter, and local news media sources. Basketball Playoffs are TBD. More information will be released around noon .  Stay warm and be safe!

    Thursday, Feb 11 2021

  • Please Be Advised! Use Cation on the Roadways!

    The roadways in and around Merkel and Tye appear to be fine. However, tiny, supercooled liquid water droplets in fog can freeze instantly on exposed surfaces when surface temperatures are at or below freezing. Please exercise caution as you travel to school this morning. Freezing fog can cause black ice to form on roadways. Black ice is difficult to see and so particularly dangerous. Drive slower than usual and arrive safely Contact your campus office to notify them if you will be running late, and PLEASE travel safely.  

    Wednesday, Feb 10 2021

  • January 28, 2021, Remote Meeting of the Merkel ISD B...

    Pursuant to Governor Abbott’s Temporary Suspension of Open Meetings Laws issued on March 16, 2020, and consistent with new state and local mandates, the Merkel ISD Board of Trustees will conduct a Regular Board of Trustees Meeting at 6:30 PM on January 28, 2021.   This meeting will be conducted via the Google Meet/Hangout platform, which may be audible and/or visible to the Board and public. A quorum of the Board of Trustees may or may not be physically present at one location, and we will not be permitting in-person attendance by members of the public. Staff will only be present as requested by the superintendent. A recording of the meeting will be available for viewing following the meeting. An electronic copy of the agenda packet may be viewed here: Agenda You can access the Google Meet/Hangout here:  https://meet.google.com/ijh-ucqv-ssg Public Comment: If you wish to engage the MERKEL ISD Board of Trustees in "public comment" please complete and submit this form.  Comments submitted and received by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be available to the Board for review and consideration during the meeting.   Public Comment

    Monday, Jan 25 2021