Donna ISD proudly congratulates Rama Chintapalli, Science Strategist, on his selection to serve on the Texas Education Agency STAAR Biology Standard Setting Committee.
He was chosen to take part in this important statewide process that helps set performance standards for the Biology STAAR End-of-Course exam, ensuring fairness, rigor, and strong alignment in how student learning is measured across Texas.
This recognition highlights his deep science expertise, analytical leadership, and commitment to high-quality instruction. We are proud to have Donna ISD represented in this meaningful work.
He was chosen to take part in this important statewide process that helps set performance standards for the Biology STAAR End-of-Course exam, ensuring fairness, rigor, and strong alignment in how student learning is measured across Texas.
This recognition highlights his deep science expertise, analytical leadership, and commitment to high-quality instruction. We are proud to have Donna ISD represented in this meaningful work.
Congratulations to our Donna ISD UIL Aces students, coaches, and campuses for an outstanding showing in UIL Academics, where students compete in events that build critical thinking and academic excellence.
Maroon Side
1st: Salazar Elementary
2nd: Adame Elementary
3rd: Muñoz Elementary
Gold Side
1st: Lenoir Elementary
2nd: Ochoa/Steinke Elementary
3rd: Salinas Elementary
Your dedication and teamwork continue to reflect the strength and academic excellence across Donna ISD.
🤖💻 Coding the Future at Caceres! 💻🤖
Third grade students at DISD J. W. Caceres Discovery Intermediate Academy are diving into robotics and coding, building problem-solving skills, creativity, and confidence through hands-on learning. It’s exciting to see our young learners exploring technology and preparing for future opportunities, one code at a time! 🚀📚
#DonnaISD #CaceresElementary #Robotics #Coding #FutureReady
Third grade students at DISD J. W. Caceres Discovery Intermediate Academy are diving into robotics and coding, building problem-solving skills, creativity, and confidence through hands-on learning. It’s exciting to see our young learners exploring technology and preparing for future opportunities, one code at a time! 🚀📚
#DonnaISD #CaceresElementary #Robotics #Coding #FutureReady
Donna ISD Spotlight on Leadership
Donna Independent School District proudly congratulates Allison Ortega, Director of Social Studies, on her selection to serve on a Texas Education Agency Social Studies TEKS Review Work Group.
Chosen by the Texas State Board of Education, Ms. Ortega will join educators from across Texas in reviewing and strengthening the social studies standards that guide instruction statewide. She will represent Work Group A at the TEKS review meetings in Austin this February.
This honor reflects her expertise, leadership, and commitment to high-quality instruction for all students. Donna ISD is proud to have our voice represented at the state level as we continue Launching a Legacy of student success.
Welcome back! Registration for the 2026–2027 school year opens today.
From outstanding career pathways to strong academic programs and caring teachers across every campus, our commitment is to provide students with numerous opportunities to grow, explore, and succeed. Across Donna Independent School District, our number one student outcome is clear: every student graduates ready for college, career, or the military, and that focus guides everything we do.
Register today at www.donnaisd.net
Classes Resume Tuesday, February 10th
We’re excited to welcome our students back. Attendance matters every day and helps students stay on track for success.
See you Tomorrow.
#DonnaISD #AttendanceMatters #StudentSuccess
Big congratulations to our students from Donna North High School who earned their Medical Assistant Certification. Your dedication, skill, and commitment to your future are truly paying off.
Opportunities like these are happening across Donna Independent School District, where students can pursue numerous industry certifications in fields like healthcare, skilled trades, and other high demand career pathways. These real world credentials give our students a strong head start on their futures.
This achievement reflects our Number One Student Outcome ensuring every graduate is prepared for college, career, or military service. We are proud of you for taking bold steps forward and Launching a Legacy of success.
#DonnaISD #StudentSuccess #CTE #LaunchingALegacy
✨💭 Did someone say dream big?
Career Day is happening across the district, and it’s been full of excitement and inspiration while aligning with **Donna ISD’s #1 student outcome: College, Career, and Military Ready. Through hands-on experiences and real-world conversations, students are exploring future pathways, discovering new interests, and gaining insight into the skills needed for success beyond the classroom.
A big shoutout to Singleterry Elementary for a fantastic job bringing learning to life and helping students start dreaming about their futures early. We are also so proud of our Donna North High School CTE program students who helped model different career pathways and shared their experiences with younger students. Your leadership and example truly make an impact.
Thank you to all our presenters for sparking curiosity, motivating our students, and helping them envision what’s possible!
#DonnaISD #StudentSuccess #LaunchingALegacy
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Beautiful music is coming from Sauceda Middle School as Band and Choir students prepare for upcoming contests.
Every note reflects their discipline, creativity, and commitment to excellence.
These young musicians are putting in the work, supporting one another, and representing Donna Independent School District with pride.
The dedication they show today builds confidence, character, and real-world skills that support Donna ISD’s Number One Student Outcome of graduating every student college, career, or military ready.
This is what Launching a Legacy sounds like. 🎶
#DonnaISD #FineArts #LaunchingALegacy #StudentSuccess
Every note reflects their discipline, creativity, and commitment to excellence.
These young musicians are putting in the work, supporting one another, and representing Donna Independent School District with pride.
The dedication they show today builds confidence, character, and real-world skills that support Donna ISD’s Number One Student Outcome of graduating every student college, career, or military ready.
This is what Launching a Legacy sounds like. 🎶
#DonnaISD #FineArts #LaunchingALegacy #StudentSuccess
A.P. Solis Middle School Continues to Earn Academic Recognition
Academic excellence remains a strong tradition at A.P. Solis Middle School, which has earned placement on the ERP Honor Roll presented by Educational Results Partnership. This distinction recognizes schools that demonstrate high academic achievement, strong student growth, and meaningful progress in closing achievement gaps based on state performance data.
This achievement reflects a united team effort, where administration, teachers, staff, students, and families work together with shared high expectations and a collective commitment to learning. It highlights the continued academic strength and collaborative culture that define the A.P. Solis community.
Academic excellence remains a strong tradition at A.P. Solis Middle School, which has earned placement on the ERP Honor Roll presented by Educational Results Partnership. This distinction recognizes schools that demonstrate high academic achievement, strong student growth, and meaningful progress in closing achievement gaps based on state performance data.
This achievement reflects a united team effort, where administration, teachers, staff, students, and families work together with shared high expectations and a collective commitment to learning. It highlights the continued academic strength and collaborative culture that define the A.P. Solis community.
Donna ISD FFA and Jr. FFA students are celebrating big wins and big moments in the show ring.
Their hard work, responsibility, and dedication continue to shine, reflecting the strong leadership and real-world skills being built through agricultural education at Donna Independent School District.
We are so proud of our students and the legacy they are growing through FFA.
Their hard work, responsibility, and dedication continue to shine, reflecting the strong leadership and real-world skills being built through agricultural education at Donna Independent School District.
We are so proud of our students and the legacy they are growing through FFA.
Donna ISD has upgraded our website platform to make staying connected easier for families. Along with the new look, we now have a Donna ISD app designed for quick access to news, updates, and important information right from your phone.
Our system also allows us to send important alerts through phone calls, text messages, and emails. When you receive a call from Donna ISD, it will display 956-464-1600. Text messages from the district will come from 98900.
To make sure everything is working properly, we will send a test message tomorrow at 5:00 p.m.
Thank you for staying connected and partnering with us to support your child’s success.
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Donna ISD actualizó la plataforma de nuestro sitio web para que sea más fácil para las familias mantenerse informadas. Con esta mejora, ahora contamos con la aplicación de Donna ISD, diseñada para brindar acceso rápido a noticias, avisos e información importante directamente desde su celular.
Nuestro sistema también nos permite enviar alertas importantes por medio de llamadas telefónicas, mensajes de texto y correos electrónicos. Cuando reciba una llamada de Donna ISD, verá el número 956-464-1600. Los mensajes de texto del distrito llegarán desde el número 98900.
Para asegurarnos de que todo esté funcionando correctamente, enviaremos un mensaje de prueba mañana a las 5:00 p.m.
Gracias por mantenerse conectados y por apoyar el éxito de sus hijos.
Our system also allows us to send important alerts through phone calls, text messages, and emails. When you receive a call from Donna ISD, it will display 956-464-1600. Text messages from the district will come from 98900.
To make sure everything is working properly, we will send a test message tomorrow at 5:00 p.m.
Thank you for staying connected and partnering with us to support your child’s success.
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Donna ISD actualizó la plataforma de nuestro sitio web para que sea más fácil para las familias mantenerse informadas. Con esta mejora, ahora contamos con la aplicación de Donna ISD, diseñada para brindar acceso rápido a noticias, avisos e información importante directamente desde su celular.
Nuestro sistema también nos permite enviar alertas importantes por medio de llamadas telefónicas, mensajes de texto y correos electrónicos. Cuando reciba una llamada de Donna ISD, verá el número 956-464-1600. Los mensajes de texto del distrito llegarán desde el número 98900.
Para asegurarnos de que todo esté funcionando correctamente, enviaremos un mensaje de prueba mañana a las 5:00 p.m.
Gracias por mantenerse conectados y por apoyar el éxito de sus hijos.
National School Counseling Week
This week, we proudly celebrate National School Counseling Week and recognize the incredible work of our school counselors across Donna ISD. Our counselors support students academically, socially, and emotionally, helping them grow, succeed, and reach their goals every day.
Thank you for being advocates, listeners, and champions for our students. Your impact makes a difference far beyond the classroom! 🌟
This week, we proudly celebrate National School Counseling Week and recognize the incredible work of our school counselors across Donna ISD. Our counselors support students academically, socially, and emotionally, helping them grow, succeed, and reach their goals every day.
Thank you for being advocates, listeners, and champions for our students. Your impact makes a difference far beyond the classroom! 🌟
Shout out to our Donna ISD student leaders from Donna High School and Donna North High School who proudly represented the Rio Grande Valley at the RGV LEAD Young Leaders Summit at the Texas State Capitol in Austin.
Students participated in leadership development experiences and explored civic engagement, advocacy, and future career pathways, connecting directly to Donna ISD’s strong Career and Technical Education programs where they build real world skills for high demand careers.
These opportunities support Donna ISD’s Number One Student Outcome, ensuring every graduate is prepared for success in college, career, or military service. Experiences beyond the classroom help our students grow as confident, informed, and engaged leaders.
Students participated in leadership development experiences and explored civic engagement, advocacy, and future career pathways, connecting directly to Donna ISD’s strong Career and Technical Education programs where they build real world skills for high demand careers.
These opportunities support Donna ISD’s Number One Student Outcome, ensuring every graduate is prepared for success in college, career, or military service. Experiences beyond the classroom help our students grow as confident, informed, and engaged leaders.
Donna ISD proudly celebrates Black History Month by honoring the achievements, contributions, and cultural legacy of Black leaders, innovators, artists, and changemakers.
We celebrate diversity, inclusion, and unity while continuing to build a culture of respect and opportunity for every student.
Together, we are inspiring minds, empowering futures, and Launching a Legacy.
We celebrate diversity, inclusion, and unity while continuing to build a culture of respect and opportunity for every student.
Together, we are inspiring minds, empowering futures, and Launching a Legacy.
Donna ISD students across campuses are experiencing the arts in meaningful, hands-on ways through learning with professional artists and cultural traditions.
At Donna High School, Mrs. Kelsie Garza’s AP Art & Design students explored traditional Papel Amate papermaking and created portfolio pieces using their own handmade paper. They also studied Mexican nicho folk art during a Virgen de Guadalupe workshop with guest artist Karla Gabriela De La Fuente, connecting culture, storytelling, and design through hands-on creation.
At Veterans Middle School, Mrs. Rachel Quiroga’s students participated in a sculpture workshop with Texas sculptor Douglas Clark, gaining insight into professional artistic processes and creative problem-solving.
These experiences build creativity, critical thinking, and cultural understanding, helping prepare students for success beyond the classroom.
At Donna High School, Mrs. Kelsie Garza’s AP Art & Design students explored traditional Papel Amate papermaking and created portfolio pieces using their own handmade paper. They also studied Mexican nicho folk art during a Virgen de Guadalupe workshop with guest artist Karla Gabriela De La Fuente, connecting culture, storytelling, and design through hands-on creation.
At Veterans Middle School, Mrs. Rachel Quiroga’s students participated in a sculpture workshop with Texas sculptor Douglas Clark, gaining insight into professional artistic processes and creative problem-solving.
These experiences build creativity, critical thinking, and cultural understanding, helping prepare students for success beyond the classroom.
Donna ISD’s Battle of the Books was held Friday, bringing student readers together for an exciting literary competition that celebrated teamwork, comprehension, and a love of reading.
A huge shoutout to our top teams in each division:
Junior Division (1st and 2nd Grade)
1st Place – Ochoa Primary Science & Sports Academy
2nd Place – Rivas Primary Discovery Academy
3rd Place – LeNoir Elementary
Elementary Division (3rd–5th Grade)
1st Place – Adame Arts Academy
2nd Place – Salazar Elementary
3rd Place – Garza Elementary
Middle School Division
1st Place – Todd MS
2nd Place – Veterans MS
3rd Place – Sauceda MS
High School Division
1st Place – Donna High School
2nd Place – Donna North High School
Our first place winners will advance to the Region One Battle of the Books competition, representing Donna ISD as they take on top teams from across the region. These contests go beyond books by building critical thinking, teamwork, and perseverance. We are proud of every student who competed. Way to go!
A huge shoutout to our top teams in each division:
Junior Division (1st and 2nd Grade)
1st Place – Ochoa Primary Science & Sports Academy
2nd Place – Rivas Primary Discovery Academy
3rd Place – LeNoir Elementary
Elementary Division (3rd–5th Grade)
1st Place – Adame Arts Academy
2nd Place – Salazar Elementary
3rd Place – Garza Elementary
Middle School Division
1st Place – Todd MS
2nd Place – Veterans MS
3rd Place – Sauceda MS
High School Division
1st Place – Donna High School
2nd Place – Donna North High School
Our first place winners will advance to the Region One Battle of the Books competition, representing Donna ISD as they take on top teams from across the region. These contests go beyond books by building critical thinking, teamwork, and perseverance. We are proud of every student who competed. Way to go!
R.E.A.D.Y., Set, Hike!
Students from four DISD elementary schools took part in the 5th Annual DISD Donna High School R.E.A.D.Y. Flag Football Camp, learning skills and teamwork with support from the Donna Redskins Football coaches.
The R.E.A.D.Y. program (Restoring Elementary Athletics in Donna’s Youth) is a Donna ISD initiative that gives elementary students opportunities to build athletic fundamentals and stay active through structured sports experiences. Physical education and movement play an important role in supporting students’ health, confidence, and overall success.
Students from four DISD elementary schools took part in the 5th Annual DISD Donna High School R.E.A.D.Y. Flag Football Camp, learning skills and teamwork with support from the Donna Redskins Football coaches.
The R.E.A.D.Y. program (Restoring Elementary Athletics in Donna’s Youth) is a Donna ISD initiative that gives elementary students opportunities to build athletic fundamentals and stay active through structured sports experiences. Physical education and movement play an important role in supporting students’ health, confidence, and overall success.
Shout out to our Donna ISD student leaders from Donna High School and Donna North High School who proudly represented the Rio Grande Valley at the RGV LEAD Young Leaders Summit at the Texas State Capitol in Austin.
Students participated in leadership development experiences and explored civic engagement, advocacy, and future career pathways, connecting directly to Donna ISD’s strong Career and Technical Education programs where they build real world skills for high demand careers.
These opportunities support Donna ISD’s Number One Student Outcome, ensuring every graduate is prepared for success in college, career, or military service. Experiences beyond the classroom help our students grow as confident, informed, and engaged leaders.
#DonnaISD #LaunchingALegacy #CTE #StudentSuccess #RGVLEAD
Students participated in leadership development experiences and explored civic engagement, advocacy, and future career pathways, connecting directly to Donna ISD’s strong Career and Technical Education programs where they build real world skills for high demand careers.
These opportunities support Donna ISD’s Number One Student Outcome, ensuring every graduate is prepared for success in college, career, or military service. Experiences beyond the classroom help our students grow as confident, informed, and engaged leaders.
#DonnaISD #LaunchingALegacy #CTE #StudentSuccess #RGVLEAD
Donna ISD students across campuses are experiencing the arts in meaningful, hands-on ways through learning with professional artists and cultural traditions.
At Donna High School, Mrs. Kelsie Garza’s AP Art & Design students explored traditional Papel Amate papermaking and created portfolio pieces using their own handmade paper. They also studied Mexican nicho folk art during a Virgen de Guadalupe workshop with guest artist Karla Gabriela De La Fuente, connecting culture, storytelling, and design through hands-on creation.
At Veterans Middle School, Mrs. Rachel Quiroga’s students participated in a sculpture workshop with Texas sculptor Douglas Clark, gaining insight into professional artistic processes and creative problem-solving.
These experiences build creativity, critical thinking, and cultural understanding, helping prepare students for success beyond the classroom.
#DonnaISD #LaunchingALegacy #FineArts #StudentSuccess #ArtMatters
At Donna High School, Mrs. Kelsie Garza’s AP Art & Design students explored traditional Papel Amate papermaking and created portfolio pieces using their own handmade paper. They also studied Mexican nicho folk art during a Virgen de Guadalupe workshop with guest artist Karla Gabriela De La Fuente, connecting culture, storytelling, and design through hands-on creation.
At Veterans Middle School, Mrs. Rachel Quiroga’s students participated in a sculpture workshop with Texas sculptor Douglas Clark, gaining insight into professional artistic processes and creative problem-solving.
These experiences build creativity, critical thinking, and cultural understanding, helping prepare students for success beyond the classroom.
#DonnaISD #LaunchingALegacy #FineArts #StudentSuccess #ArtMatters
