East Cardinal Middle School

Initial Designation: 2016

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School Details

  • Principal: Melinda Keene
  • District: Melissa Independent School District
  • County: Collin
  • Community: Suburban

Characteristics

  • Academic Excellence - Instructional strategies include a variety of challenging and engaging activities
  • Developmental Responsiveness - Meaningful parent involvement
  • Organizational Structures and Processes - Plan for school improvement that is organized, communicated, and acted upon
  • Social Equity - Every student has an adult advocate at our school

Description

At East Cardinal Middle School, a culture of excellence supports 1795 students in grades 6 through 8 through rigorous academics and purposeful personal growth. As an accredited International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program campus, the school challenges learners through advanced content courses that develop critical thinking, creativity, and intellectual curiosity. Social emotional learning aligned with the CASEL framework strengthens self awareness, self management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making. A comprehensive counseling program provides classroom guidance, individualized planning, responsive services, and academic and emotional support. Strong achievement in mathematics and reading reflects the dedication of students and educators, while an approximate student teacher ratio of 18 to 1 supports personalized instruction. East Cardinal Middle School is a welcoming community where every learner is encouraged to grow with confidence, purpose, and pride.
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