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Moises V. Vela Middle School

Code B.L.A.C.K. - Believe ∙ Loyalty ∙ Attitude ∙ Commitment ∙ Knowledge

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About Us

Our campus is a place where curiosity is ignited, potential is nurtured, and excellence is cultivated. Together with our community, we empower every student to develop resilience, achieve their full potential, and become real-world leaders.

Our vision is to be a campus that strives for every student to discover their confidence, to embrace new challenges, and develop the skills to make thoughtful decisions needed to empower them for successful and fulfilling futures.

  • Our campus is a place where curiosity is ignited, potential is nurtured, and excellence is cultivated. Together with our community, we empower every student to develop resilience, achieve their full potential, and become real-world leaders.

  • Our vision is to be a campus that strives for every student to discover their confidence, to embrace new challenges, and develop the skills to make thoughtful decisions needed to empower them for successful and fulfilling futures.

Campus History

A portrait of a person displayed in an ornate gold frame, highlighting their features and expression.

 

Judge Moises V. Vela

Judge Moises V. Vela

 

Our campus was named after the honorable Judge Moises V. Vela. He was a Cameron county judge and served as a Harlingen municipal judge for many years. Everyone on campus enjoyed his visits, which consist of a smile, hug and usually a joke. He was a generous man that always shared his passion for education with us.

Through the Years

Moises V. Vela Middle School Opened The Doors To Their First Class Of Students In August 2005. The Campus Has Not Had Any Major Renovations Or Repurposing.

 

Principals

  • Dr. Alicia Noyola, Fall 2005 - Spring 2013
  • Mr. Tony Gonzales, Fall 2013 - Fall 2020
  • Ms. Graciela Gutierrez (Interim Principal), Spring 2021
  • Mr. Juan Manuel Garcia, Fall 2021 - Spring 2025
  • Ms. Venessa Acosta, Fall 2025 – Present

Moises V. Vella Middle School building exterior with a clear blue sky in the background.

Campus Traditions

  • Mascot: Panther
  • Motto: Going Above And Beyond!
  • Athletic Motto: Code B.L.A.C.K. (Believe, Loyalty, Attitude, Commitment, Knowledge)
  • Colors: Black And Gold

Fight Song: Mvms Battle Cry (To "Victory March")

Roll Panthers,

Roll All The Way,
Vict’ry’s In Store For Us Here Today


Send A Panther Roar On High,
Bring Down The Thunder From The Sky!


Moises Vela Standing Tall,
Rise Up! Panthers Above Them All,


Black And Gold Our Banner Leading,
Vela To Victory! 

Alma Mater:

With Pride We Stand Together,

Loyal To The End.


We Are Focused And Determined,
Vela Panther Pride.


Moises Vela, Alma Mater,

How We Cherish Thee,


We’ll Be True Now And Forever,
Vela Panther Pride!