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In memory of Adam Fonseca, Cathey Middle School continues to honor him by caring for Adam's tree. Today, NJHS added some fertilizer and water as the tree continues to grow, representing strength, growth, and hope for his family, friends, and classmates.
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Thank you, Officer Mendoza.
#ALLIN 💙
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The McAllen ISD Board of Trustees is requesting input from parents and the community regarding the 2023-2024 District Calendar. Please click the link to vote: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJhIk-pj-_hK4ULB9YkpvlTf0ta13xxHameJJ0LPMA7SiMIw/viewform
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Winter Break information.
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We invite you to join Cathey Choir on Thursday, December 15th at 7:45 PM as they showcase their Winter Concert at McAllen Memorial HS Auditorium.
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Cathey community we need your help in bringing warmth this holiday season. NJHS is asking for sweaters, blankets, and/or jacket donations. Please drop off your donation in the front office. We appreciate your support. #ALLIN 💙🐍
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Cathey Middle School presents the Cathey Orchestra Winter concert. We look forward to seeing all of you here! 🎻🎶
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Join Student Council in celebrating "12 Days of Christmas"
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Cathey Middle School will be hosting its Spelling Bee on December 15th. If your son/daughter is interested in participating please scan the QR code provided.
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Spread some holiday cheer!
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The Cathey Middle School Art Department is cordially inviting you to their third “Winter Art Show”. The art show will be held on Wed., Dec. 7th from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Library. It will showcase the incredible talents of some of our 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade art students.
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Applications for Gifted and Talented Referrals are open to parents, teachers, and students. Referrals are accepted for 6th - 8th-grade students. Applications must be submitted to your child's counselor by December 16th.
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Are you the parent of a current 8th or 9th grader? Would you like to know how your child can earn their core college hours from UTRGV while in high school for FREE? That's a savings of almost $24,000. If so, make plans to attend one of our informational sessions and learn all about the McAllen ISD-UTRGV Collegiate Academy.
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Donuts for the Day! Thank you, PTO for rewarding our students for their hard work for the 2nd six weeks. We appreciate your support.
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Practicing social skills and participating in Twin Day, Cathey cobras showed their spirit and awareness of the importance of Emotional Intelligence.
#ALLIN 💙
#GreatnessStartsHere
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Ms. Luna's 6th-grade class created Energy Resource Activity booklets for the Edinburg Children's hospital who are unable to attend school. Their hope is that the children will enjoy their booklets. They wish to help the children of their community and show them they care.
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We Melt together as we work hard to prepare our Cathey Cobras for the future.
#ALLIN 💙
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It is Refreshing to work together.
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Cathey Middle School showed their emotional intelligence by participating in Empathy Day.
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Attention Cathey community, students will be released early tomorrow. Please review the attached flyer.
#ALLIN 💙🐍
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