Welcome to
Melissa, Texas and Melissa ISD!
My name is Keith Murphy, and I proudly serve as the Superintendent of Melissa Schools. Welcome to Melissa ISD, one of the fastest growing districts in North Texas.
As you get to know our schools and community, I am confident you will see the passion and excellence that define everything we do. We are proud to offer a wide variety of programs and opportunities, ensuring that every student can find their place and thrive. At Melissa ISD, we put students first. We are committed to the success of our students and we are proud of our Cardinal roots.
Sincerely,
Keith Murphy
Superintendent of Schools
Melissa ISD
Our mission is grounded in continuous improvement, driven by a desire to inspire hope, demonstrate integrity, and foster honesty in everything we do. Our educators and staff work tirelessly to stay at the forefront of effective teaching methods and educational innovation, while staying true to the core fundamentals of learning.
We work to create meaningful connections with our students, families, and the broader community. We believe that partnerships built on trust and mutual respect help us grow stronger together, and we are proud to celebrate the rich traditions that bind us.
I welcome the opportunity to sit down with you and officially welcome you to our Cardinal family. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions or concerns. You can reach me via email or by calling my office at 972-837-2411.
Go Cardinals!
"A Special Time in a Special Place"
The A-RATED Melissa Independent School District is one of the fastest-growing 5A school districts in Collin County.
Core Values
- Integrity
- Loyalty
- Honesty
- Humility
- Hope
Our Vision
Melissa ISD will empower all students to reach their utmost potential to achieve excellence and lifelong success.
Academics | Athletics | Career & Technical Education | International Baccalaureate | Fine Arts
Pre-K & ECSE
- Melissa Ridge Education Center
Kindergarten - 5th Grade
- Harry McKillop Elementary
- North Creek Elementary
- Sumeer Elementary
- Willow Wood Elementary
- Highland Elementary (Expected to open Aug. 2025)
6th - 8th Grade
- Sixth Grade Center
- East Cardinal Middle School (Expected to open Aug. 2025)
9th - 12th Grade
- Melissa High School
Additional Facilities
- Melissa Championship Center
- Melissa Arts Center
- Coach Kenny Deel Stadium
- Melissa Championship Studio
- The Z-Plex
8,000+ Students
1000+ Employees
Visit our website for an overview of our development projects – past, present, and future!
Kenny Deel
Kenny Deel grew up in nearby Leonard, Texas and graduated from East Texas State University. After graduation, Kenny received a call in 1987 from Melissa Schools about a Teaching and Coaching position, which he accepted.
He served as a science teacher and the boys Athletic Director and Coach for the first two years of his tenure, then he took over both the Boys and Girls athletic programs for several years. Kenny served Melissa Schools as the Athletic Director along with many different roles for the first 16 years of his career with Melissa ISD.
The first phase of his career was very rewarding - building relationships with the students and memories that will last forever. When Melissa started the current new high school, Kenny Deel was moved into the administrative role of Executive Director of Operations. Mr. Deel says that it has been an honor to be part of our growing school district and to have overseen the construction of all our new facilities.
This will be Kenny’s 36th year as a Melissa Cardinal and says that he is just as excited to come to school as when he first started!
Mr. Deel goes on to say, “I am truly Blessed and humbled to be part of this great community and school district. I am happily married to Lauren Deel and we share 4 kids who were all cardinals and 2 Grandkids. Jaxson is currently a sophomore at Melissa High School, and Oliver is 10 months old. It is a tremendous honor to have our new stadium named after me, and I am eternally grateful to our school board and administrative staff and community”.
