Nell C. Burks Elementary School

Lawson Early Childhood School Pre-K Registration (2026–2027)

Is your child turning 4 years old by September 1, 2026? They may qualify for McKinney ISD's free Pre-K program at Lawson Early Childhood School.

Before enrolling in Skyward, families must first complete the Lawson approval process. Visit the link below to learn about eligibility requirements and begin the pre-registration process:

https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/lecs/page/prek-registration-before-august-1st

For questions, call 469-302-2400. More information about Pre-K eligibility and registration is available on the Lawson website.

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Inscripción para Pre-K de Lawson Early Childhood School (2026–2027)

¿Su hijo(a) cumplirá 4 años antes del 1 de septiembre de 2026? Es posible que califique para el programa gratuito de Pre-K de McKinney ISD en Lawson Early Childhood School.

Antes de inscribirse en Skyward, las familias deben completar primero el proceso de aprobación de Lawson. Visite el siguiente enlace para conocer los requisitos de elegibilidad y comenzar el proceso de preinscripción:

https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/lecs/page/prek-registration-before-august-1st

Si tiene preguntas, llame al 469-302-2400. Encontrará más información sobre los requisitos y el proceso de inscripción en el sitio web de Lawson.

Lawson Early Childhood School

https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/misd/article/2914855
Free meals available.

Who: All children and teens 18 and under

What: Free breakfast and/or lunch

When:

June 1 – July 24, Monday - Friday
Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m., Lunch: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (Faubion MS)

June 1 – June 23, Monday - Friday
Breakfast: 7:20 a.m. – 8:00 a.m., Lunch: 10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Lawson EC)

Where:

Faubion Middle School: 2000 Rollins St. McKinney, TX 75069

Lawson Early Childhood: 500 Dowell St. McKinney, TX 75071

McKinney ISD Offers Free Summer Meals to Children and Teens through USDA’s SUN Meals Program McKinney, TX — This summer, McKinney ISD is proud to participate in the U.S. Department of Agricul...

McKinney ISD Offers Free Summer Meals to Children and Teens through USDA’s SUN Meals Program

Mckinney ISD Offers Free Summer Meals to Children and Teens through USDA’s SUN Meals Program McKinney, TX — This summer, McKinney ISD is proud to participate in the U.S. Department of Agricul...

Calling all former Burks students!

Burks Elementary would like to invite our graduating seniors to a special Senior Breakfast. Join us back in the Burks cafeteria on Monday, May 18, at 7:45 am to celebrate your upcoming graduation with your former teachers and classmates. We can’t wait to see how much you’ve grown!

¡Atención a todos los exalumnos de Burks!

A la Primaria Burks le gustaría invitar a nuestros graduados de preparatoria (seniors) a un Desayuno Especial para Graduados. Únanse a nosotros en la cafetería de Burks el lunes 18 de mayo a las 7:45 am para celebrar su próxima graduación con sus antiguos maestros y compañeros de clase. ¡Estamos ansiosos por ver cuánto han crecido!

Yesterday our superintendent Mr. Pratt came to Burks to thank teachers for their hard work in honor of teacher appreciation week. Thank you for taking the time to visit us!

Join us
Popsicles in the Park
All Current and New to Burks Families
Tuesday May 12th
5pm - 6pm
Burks Elementary Playground
Únanse a nosotros
Paletas en el parque
Para todas las familias actuales y nuevas de Burks
Martes 12 de mayo
5 p. m. – 6 p. m.
Patio de juegos de la Escuela Primaria Burks

Thank you Team Burks for coming around with your Jolly Trolly for Teacher Appreciation Week!

National School Principal's Day
A Leader Like No Other: Celebrating Principal Al Conley
There are leaders who manage, and then there are leaders who inspire. At Burks, we are incredibly lucky to have the latter in Principal Al Conley.

If you’ve spent any time in our hallways, you know that Mr. Conley isn’t just a figurehead in an office—he is the heart of our school. Here is why we’re so grateful for his leadership:

He Knows Our Names (and Our Stories): Whether you are a student, a teacher, or a staff member, Mr. Conley takes the genuine time to get to know you. He celebrates our wins—big and small—making everyone feel seen and valued.

Leading by Example: You’ll find him high-fiving students in the morning, jumping in to help during lunch duty, or offering a hand with a project. No task is too small, and he never asks us to do something he isn't willing to do himself.

A Culture of Joy: He has cultivated an atmosphere at Burks that is both safe and fun. It’s a place where students feel protected and staff feel supported, allowing creativity and learning to truly thrive.

Thank you, Principal Conley, for your dedication, your energy, and for making Burks such a wonderful place to grow!

Thank you Team Burks for making morning drop off fun!

Administrative Professionals Day was this week, and we are shining a massive spotlight on the two incredible women who keep Burks running like a well-oiled machine: Ms. Vasty and Ms. Susy!

If you’ve walked through our front doors, you know that these two are more than just "front office staff"—they are the face, the heart, and the backbone of our school community.

Why We Love Them:
The Ultimate Problem Solvers: From misplaced backpacks to complex scheduling, they handle every "emergency" with grace and a smile.

The Warmest Welcome: They greet every student, parent, and staff member by name, making sure everyone feels seen and supported the moment they step inside.

The Master Multitaskers: They juggle ringing phones, band-aids, paperwork, and visitor check-ins without ever breaking a sweat.

A school is only as strong as its front office, and at Burks, we are the strongest around because of Ms. Vasty and Ms. Susy. Thank you for your patience, your kindness, and for being the glue that holds us all together!