MISSION, TEXAS (JAN. 30, 2026) – Mission Consolidated Independent School District enters the second half of the 2025–2026 school year following a fall semester marked by key milestones across academics, operations, and community engagement. Districtwide initiatives implemented during the first half of the year continue to take shape across campuses, affecting instruction, student programs, and long-term planning.
The first half of the school year reflects steady progress in multiple areas for Mission CISD, with no signs of slowing down.
“Across every campus, we’re seeing the impact of focused work and high expectations,” said Mission CISD Superintendent, Dr. Cris King. “Mission CISD is building momentum with purpose, and we’re committed to keeping students at the center of every decision as we move into the second half of the year.”
MOMENTUM THROUGH THE MONTHS
AUGUST 2025
August opened the school year with celebration and statewide recognition as Mission CISD earned a Texas Education Agency (TEA) “B” rating, moving the district up an entire letter grade from the prior year. The achievement was further strengthened by four campuses earning the TEA’s top “A” rating: Leal Elementary, Cantu Elementary, Cavazos Elementary, and Mission Collegiate High School.
SEPTEMBER 2025
The district was awarded a 100,000-dollar grant from Workforce Solutions to create the Healthcare Internship Fund, providing high school students with hands-on experience in healthcare settings and strengthening career readiness.
OCTOBER 2025
Mission CISD’s Mission High School Eagle Band and Veterans Memorial High School Patriot Band earned Division I (Superior) ratings at the 2025 West Zone Pigskin Region Marching Contest on Oct. 18, qualifying both bands for the UIL 5A Area G Marching Contest.
NOVEMBER 2025
The Mission High School Eagles earned advancement to the UIL State Playoffs, marking a significant milestone for the program and demonstrating the perseverance required to compete at the state level. The Mission Veterans Memorial High School Patriots also remained in the spotlight, carrying their District 15-5A Division II Championship momentum into November postseason action.
Beyond athletics, Mission CISD celebrated the expansion of its Crib-to-College initiative. A memorandum of understanding signing and ribbon-cutting ceremony highlighted the district’s commitment to building strong educational pathways from early childhood through postsecondary success.
DECEMBER 2025
Veterans Memorial High School Revolution Theatre presented their first-ever sensory-friendly performance of The Addams Family for elementary special education self-contained classrooms. Thoughtful accommodations ensured every student could enjoy live theatre in a welcoming and supportive environment.
December marked a key milestone in Mission CISD’s ongoing transformation as the district continued its collaboration with the Texas Strategic Leadership (TSL) initiative. In partnership with the Texas Education Agency and Region One Education Service Center, the district advanced its work to develop a comprehensive five-year strategic plan focused on strengthening academic performance and improving college, career, and military readiness.
As Mission CISD moves into the second half of the school year, there are no plans to slow down. The accomplishments of the past several months reflect a district building momentum with purpose. With optimism and excitement for what lies ahead, Mission CISD looks forward to the remainder of the school year and all that is still to come.
“This fall semester reflects what’s possible when our staff, families, students, and community move forward together,” said Mission CISD School Board President, Dolores ‘Loli’ Reyna. “We’re proud of the progress happening across Mission CISD, and as a Board, we remain committed to strong governance, meaningful partnerships, and the long-term planning that ensures every student is future ready.”
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