IB Middle Years Academy at De Leon MS for GT and Advanced Learners SY 2024-2025

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McAllen ISD IB Middle Years Academy at De Leon Middle School is a unique "school-within-a-school" model that nurtures students in a small, specialized learning community while providing a rigorous, enriching program for advanced learners. 

Spots are limited, and interested students must apply.  

To apply:

  • Complete the online application (Link below opens in January)

  • Schedule an in-person interview

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Timeline:

  • Application window opens January 15

Program contacts:

Yvette Castillo, MYP Coordinator   -  DeLeon IB Academy

 yvette.castillo@mcallenisd.net

Ignacio Alaniz, Principal of Alonzo DeLeon Middle School

Ignacio.AlanizJr@mcallenisd.net

Kimberly Alaniz - DeLeon IB Academy Assistant Principal

kimberly.alaniz@mcallenisd.net

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Middle Years Program Key Findings and Research

For more information contact: Yvette Castillo, IB Coordinator @ DeLeon Middle School

yvette.castillo@mcallenisd.net

Ignacio Alaniz, Principal