A huge thank you to everyone who came out to help Ms. Garza bring our Home Depot grant to life! Our Falcons put in the hard work and it truly shows — our campus has never looked more beautiful. We are so proud of our students, community, and of course Mrs. Garza for making this happen! 🦅✨
about 2 hours ago, Jacqueline Moreno
A collage of photos titled "Operation Beautify" showing Fossum Middle School students and staff working on campus landscaping and beautification. Images include groups of students posing with shovels, freshly planted garden beds, painted decorative rocks, and a refreshed school entrance. The Fossum Falcons logo is featured in the center of the collage.
Stay informed about the future of McAllen ISD. Visit our official Bond website to learn about proposed projects, campus improvements, and what this means for our students and community.
Visit: www.mcallenisdbond.org
Early Voting: April 20-28
Election Day: Saturday, May 2
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✨ Every student deserves to feel special at the formal! FMS is collecting new or gently used formal wear so that all of our Falcons can shine. Dresses, suits, shoes, accessories — it all helps! Please donate by May 8th. For more info, contact Mrs. Gorena at (956) 971-1105. 🦅❤️

1 day ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Fossum Falcons logo alongside a red banner reading "2026 Formal Clothing Donations – Your help is greatly appreciated." The flyer lists donation needs including formal dresses and gowns, men's coats, blazers, dress pants, dress shirts, heels, flats, oxfords, loafers, ties, belts, shawls, and jewelry. An illustration of clothing on a rack is shown. The bottom section reads: "Please donate new or gently used formal wear by May 8th." Contact information for Mrs. Clarissa Gorena, Fossum Social Worker, is listed at (956) 971-1105.
Middle school is a big step — and we want your family to feel ready! Join us for our Welcome to Middle School Meeting on May 4th from 5:30–6:30 PM in the Fossum Library. Meet our teachers, tour the campus, and get all your questions answered. Incoming 6th graders, this one's for you! 🦅 We can't wait to see you there!
1 day ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Middle school is a big step — and we want your family to feel ready! Join us for our Welcome to Middle School Meeting on May 4th from 5:30–6:30 PM in the Fossum Library. Meet our teachers, tour the campus, and get all your questions answered. Incoming 6th graders, this one's for you! 🦅 We can't wait to see you there!
✨Hello Falcon family, friends & fans! 👋

Our students and staff work incredibly hard every single day, and we want to make sure they feel seen, celebrated, and rewarded for all of their dedication and effort. They deserve an unforgettable end of year celebration! 🎉

Every contribution helps fund:

🏅Student awards
🪅End of year celebrations
🌟Campus events
❤️Student & Staff recognition

Share our fundraiser via email or social media — and thanks to Schoolfundr, we keep ALL funds raised! Let's unite to empower our campus! 💪 Thank you for supporting our fundraiser!
1 day ago, Jacqueline Moreno
"FMS Campus Fundraiser flyer featuring the Possum Falcons mascot — a falcon in a maroon jersey. The flyer reads: 'Our students and staff work incredibly hard every single day, and we want to make sure they feel seen, celebrated, and rewarded! They deserve an unforgettable end of year celebration!' Every contribution helps fund student awards, end of year celebrations, campus events, and student & staff recognition. Includes a QR code and link to https://app.schoolfundr.org/fund/fossum26. Footer reads: 'Share our fundraiser via email or social media — and thanks to Schoolfundr, we keep all funds raised!' Falcons logo displayed at top and bottom."

If your student is a NEW cheer team member for 2026–2027, don’t miss this important meeting:

📅 April 17, 2026

⏰ 5:30 PM

📍Fossum Library

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 At least one parent/guardian must attend.

We are excited to kick off a new season! 📣🖤❤️

5 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Graphic promoting a Fossum Middle School cheer parent meeting for new team members for the 2026–2027 school year. It lists the date as April 17, 2026, time as 5:30 PM, and location as the Fossum Library. The graphic notes that at least one parent or guardian must attend and includes Fossum Falcons cheer and athletics logos with a maroon, black, and white design
Falcons, get ready to soar! STAAR is upon us! ❤️🖤

🗓 April 13 (Mon)
• Make sure to RLA testing strategies
• Tech Check (9th period) – bring your Chromebook AND CHARGER

🗓 April 14 (Tue) – STAAR RLA Day
• Eat a healthy breakfast
• No backpacks
• Report to your testing room
• Take your time & use your tools
• Aim to meet or SURPASS your goal!

🚫 Students cannot be picked up early on testing day

Let’s show what Fossum Falcons can do—stay focused, stay confident, and finish strong! 🦅📖
6 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Graphic with maroon and black theme titled “STAAR RLA Reminders.” Lists April 13 as a review and tech check day, and April 14 as STAAR RLA testing day with reminders including breakfast, no backpacks, reporting to testing rooms, taking time, using tools, and no early pick-ups. Fossum Falcons logo is shown.
Congratulations to our newest Fossum cheerleaders! We are so excited to welcome this talented group to the Falcon cheer family ❤️

Let’s bring the energy, pride, and Falcon spirit—together! 🦅✨
8 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
A Fossum Middle School graphic announcing the new cheer team with the heading “Welcome to the Cheer Family.” The design features multiple black megaphone icons arranged across the image, each labeled with a number representing individual cheerleaders. In the center, bold text reads “FMS Cheer.” At the bottom, three highlighted megaphones identify leadership roles: number 5 as Captain, and numbers 37 and 7 as Co-Captains. Additional text at the bottom states: “Parent meeting to be held with our new team April 17, 2026 @ 5:30 PM in the library.” The Fossum Athletics logo appears in the bottom right corner, and “We Are Fossum” is repeated along the bottom border.
The McAllen ISD 2026 Bond provides funding for districtwide improvements that support modern learning environments, improve safety and security, address enrollment growth, and maintain essential building systems across campuses.
For more information visit: www.mcallenisdbond.org
8 days ago, Erica Guerrero
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🍿❤️ Support our Student Council and treat yourself!
Grab a bag (or two 😉) of our delicious gourmet popcorn—just $10 each!

Check out all the amazing flavors and find a Student Council member to order today! 🦅✨
8 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
A colorful promotional flyer for a “Student Council Popcorn Fundraiser” with a red, black, and white checkered background. In the center is a cartoon falcon holding popcorn and money. Surrounding the mascot are images of different popcorn flavors, each priced at $10, including Rainbow Crunch, Golden Butter Melt, The Big Dill, Cheddar Blast, Classic Kettle Corn, Caramel Carnival Crunch, Cereal Party Pop, Fuego Crunch, Green Apple Caramel, Blue Fuego, and Twisted Cheddar. Each flavor includes a short description. At the bottom, text reads: “Look for a Student Council member or officer and they will have the goods with these amazing flavors. Cash only $10 per bag.”
Great win for our Falcons Black 6th Grade Elevate Baseball Team! ⚾️🔥 These athletes showed what it means to play together, stay focused, and support one another from start to finish.

We are so proud of your effort, sportsmanship, and Falcon pride—keep soaring, boys! 💪🦅
8 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
A group of approximately 11 middle school boys from the Fossum Falcons Black 6th grade Elevate baseball team pose together outdoors on a grassy field. They are wearing matching black “Fossum Falcons” shirts, maroon baseball caps, and black pants. Some players have eye black under their eyes, and several have their arms around each other, smiling. Trees and an open field are visible in the background under an evening sky. At the bottom of the image, a Fossum Falcons logo appears next to the bold text “TEAMWORK,” with the phrase “MAKES THE DREAM WORK” underneath.
Today we recognize the leaders who help keep Fossum running strong every single day. From supporting students and guiding staff to building a positive school culture, our assistant principals go above and beyond in everything they do.

Their dedication, compassion, and commitment to our Falcon community do not go unnoticed. Thank you for the countless ways you support, encourage, and inspire both students and staff.

We are so grateful for all that you do , Mrs. Evans, Mr. Garcia, and Mrs. Gallardo❤️
12 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
A celebratory graphic for Assistant Principals Week features four Fossum Middle School assistant principals posing together in front of a school backdrop with balloons. The design includes gold stars, maroon and gold accents, and a large “A+” symbol. Text reads “Happy Assistant Principals Week” and thanks them for leading with heart, supporting students and staff, and helping Fossum thrive.
Sending warm spring wishes to our Falcons—may your days be filled with happiness, rest, and new beginnings 🌷🦅
13 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
A pastel Easter-themed graphic reads “Happy Easter, Falcons” in large text. Below, a message says, “May this season bring fresh beginnings, bright moments, and plenty of joy to our Falcon community.” The design features colorful decorated Easter eggs along the bottom and the Fossum Falcons logo centered beneath the message.
It’s time to bring the energy, spirit, and Falcon pride! Join us for Cheer Practice April 7–9 to learn the routines, followed by Final Tryouts on April 10.

This is your chance to be part of a team that represents Fossum with pride, teamwork, and heart. We can’t wait to see you shine! ❤️🖤

Let’s go, Lady Falcons—show us what you’ve got!
17 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Graphic promoting Fossum Middle School Falcon Cheer tryouts. It lists cheer practice dates April 7–9 from 4:15–6:00 PM and final tryouts on April 10 from 5:15–approximately 7:30 PM. Notes include required athletic attire for practice and specific dress guidelines for tryouts. The design features Fossum Falcons logos and maroon, black, and white school colors.
Congratulations to our incredible Fossum Rockettes Dance Team on earning Division 1 and Best Showmanship!! 🌟 Your hard work, talent, and dedication truly paid off, and we couldn’t be more proud!

Thank you to everyone who supported this team all year long—you’ve helped make this success possible! ❤️🖤

✨ Don’t miss your chance to see them one more time at the Tiara Spring Show on April 25!

And a huge congratulations to our newest 2026–2027 Nikki Rowe Tiaras:
Jazleen Gracia, Aubrianne Diaz, Alyssa Alejandro, Johana Gonzalez, and Dulce Lee

Way to go, Falcons—keep dancing and soaring! 🖤❤️
18 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
A celebratory graphic for the McAllen ISD Middle School Dance Evaluation shows a group of Fossum Rockettes posing together in a gym while holding a sign. Gold confetti decorates the image. Text reads “Division: 1” and “Team Award: Best Showmanship,” recognizing their achievement.
A celebratory graphic with a black background and gold sparkles reads “Congratulations!” with a tiara icon above the text. It highlights “2026–2027 Nikki Rowe Tiaras” and lists incoming freshmen: Jazleen Gracia, Johana Gonzalez, Dulce Lee, Aubrianne Diaz, and Alyssa Alejandro.
Our Swim & Dive team finished 2nd place with some incredible performances and strong team efforts all around!

Even more impressive was the way our athletes supported and cheered each other on every step of the way—that’s what being a Falcon is all about ❤️

We are so proud of your hard work, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Way to go, Falcons! 🖤❤️
18 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
A large group of Fossum Middle School students sit together on indoor pool bleachers wearing matching maroon “Fossum Swimming” shirts. The team includes boys and girls smiling and posing for a group photo, while other students in swim attire sit in the background. The setting appears to be a swim meet, with towels, gear, and water bottles visible around them.
We are incredibly proud of our amazing art students who competed at JR VASE and represented Fossum with creativity and excellence!

✨ Gold Medalists:
Emma Avila, Emma Bernabé, Alyiah Chavero, Austin Cobos, Cataleya Guerra, Jacqueline Juarez, Calie Cortez, Brianda Gallegos-Pinal, and Lilia Moore

🌟 And a special shoutout to Austin Cobos, whose artwork stood out among 750 entries and earned one of only 30 prestigious Platinum medals (2nd medal)—an outstanding accomplishment!
18 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
A group of middle school students pose together in a school hallway in front of a colorful “JR VASE” display decorated with paint splatters. Each student holds their artwork, including paintings of landscapes, still life, animals, and a detailed pencil drawing. The group smiles proudly, showcasing their creativity and achievements in art.
A middle school student stands indoors holding a large framed pencil drawing. The artwork is a detailed black-and-white portrait of two people surrounded by flowers, showing strong shading and realistic features. The student smiles proudly while presenting the piece, standing in front of a neutral wall with folded cafeteria tables behind them.
Our Falcons participated in “The Write Recipe” Camp to sharpen their writing skills and get ready for the upcoming STAAR test in April. From planning to crafting strong responses, students were fully engaged and focused on growing as writers!

A huge thank you to our amazing RLA coordinators, Richard and Valeria, for creating such a fun, interactive (and slightly gross 😄🐛) lesson—who knew reading about eating bugs could be so memorable?!

We’re proud of our students for putting in the work and getting one step closer to success! ❤️🖤
22 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Collage of photos from a Fossum Middle School writing camp in the library titled “The Write Recipe Camp.” Students sit at tables wearing paper chef hats while working on writing activities. Two instructors stand at the front wearing aprons and holding mixing bowls in front of a screen presentation. The images show students engaged in reading and writing tasks, smiling, and participating in the themed lesson.

⚾Baseball season is in full swing at FMS⚾

24 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Fossum Falcons 6th grade boys ellevate baseball team poses in front of banner

📢 Fossum MS will host a McAllen ISD Bond 2026 Community Information Meeting April 16th, at 5:30 PM

Join us to learn more about the proposed bond, how funds may be used, and what it could mean for our schools and community. District representatives will provide an overview and answer questions.

Open to parents, staff & community members. Informational only. 🦅

about 1 month ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Red and yellow informational flyer for McAllen ISD Bond 2026 Community Information Meeting hosted by Fossum Middle School on April 16, 2026 at 5:30 PM. Includes location at 7800 N Ware Rd., McAllen, TX, and states the meeting will cover an overview of the proposed bond, how funds would be used, and a Q&A with district representatives.