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01/17/2025
🗣 Attention all Plano ISD sophomores and juniors:
Applications are now being accepted for the 12th Annual Plano Mayor's Summer Internship Program! This paid, summer high school internship program connects rising juniors and seniors with local companies to provide lifelong skills and real work experiences.
The deadline to apply is February 18 at 5 p.m.
🔗 www.planomayorsinterns.org
01/17/2025
REMINDER: Plano ISD offices and schools will be closed on Monday, January 20, in observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
"𝙏𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙏𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙤𝙬"
We're only 1️⃣ week away from the 38th Annual MLK Diversity Celebration honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Make plans to join us for this memorable event!
This year’s guest speaker is Drew Pearson, Pro Football Hall of Fame Inductee and former Dallas Cowboy.
In addition to highlighting Dr. King’s vision by showcasing how working together as one team can advance his mission of making a better future, this year’s event will celebrate the event founder, 𝗗𝗿. 𝗠𝘆𝗿𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿, who helped to champion diversity in Plano ISD and the community. We will also recognize the Dr. Myrtle Hightower Diversity Leadership Award recipients and our MLK Art and Writing Contest winners!
📅 Thursday, January 23, 2025
⏰ Pre-Show: 6:30 pm, Program: 7:00 to 8:15 pm
📍 Robinson Fine Arts Center, 1800 Alma Drive, Plano, TX 75075
01/16/2025
👏 A round of applause to our amazing Speech & Debate Team stars who shined bright at the UIL 6A Congress State Tournament in Austin.🌟
🥉 3rd Place: Aakash Arulkumaran - Plano East Senior High
🎖 7th Place: Pranav Gorty - Plano East Senior High
🏅10th Place: Roshan Shivnani - Plano West Senior High
🔥 Not only that, but Plano ISD was the only school district in Class 6A to place three students in the Top 10! Plano East was one of just two schools in 6A to have two students make the Top 10!
01/16/2025
recognition continues in Plano ISD, and we're putting the spotlight our . Get to know Trustee Angela Powell and learn about her many years of leadership to help students, staff and the community score big! 🏆
Check out some of the incredible banners created by Plano ISD elementary students for National School Bus Safety Week last Fall! Campuses participated in the contest by submitting their banner to promote school bus safety, with the winning campuses chosen by bus drivers and assistants! 🚌
01/15/2025
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We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the 12th Annual Plano Mayor’s Summer Internship Program! The excitement kicked off with a press conference at the City of Plano Municipal Building, where Plano ISD and the City of Plano, Texas Government came together to celebrate this incredible opportunity for Plano ISD sophomores and juniors!
Students will explore a variety of industries, gain hands-on experience and networking opportunities to be set up for postsecondary success! 🌟
Thank you to all of our business partners for making this program available for students. 👏
Applications are open January 17 – February 18 at 5 p.m. Don’t miss out!
🔗 www.planomayorsinterns.org
"I'm fully aware of the privilege that I have impacting young people each and every day. It is something that is not lost on me that I am where I am because of the army of people, mentors and teachers that have gotten me to where I am."
Hear more about the dedication and commitment of this week's nominee, Joshua Batty, Armstrong Middle School's Teacher of the Year! ✨
01/14/2025
Our fourth Leadership & Ambassador meeting was held Tuesday at Plano ISD's Sockwell Center, and this month's session focused on Pillar 3 of our strategic plan: 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 & 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵.
💡 Highlights from the session:
✅ Updates from Human Resources on innovative strategies for recruiting and retaining top talent.
✅ Insights into how our Professional Learning Department empowers staff with incredible growth opportunities.
01/14/2025
Plano ISD Superintendent Dr. Williams and Cabinet started the week at Shepton High School for this week’s . Principal Courtney Washington and her team shared some of the great things happening in Shepton classrooms and presented a video allowing students to share reflections in their own words.
01/14/2025
It's !
Plano ISD's Superintendent Student Advisory Committee met this week to provide feedback to the College, Career and Military Readiness (CCMR) team on their personal experiences with college and career preparedness in the district.
01/13/2025
🗣 Calling all volunteers!
🔬 Plano ISD's Secondary Science and Engineering Fair is coming up, and we are looking for judges! ⚙️
All confirmed judges will receive an information packet and map. Your support helps encourage students to pursue science-related careers! 🧪
📅 January 25
⏰ 7:30 AM-1 PM (Grand Prize judging from 1-2 PM)
📍 McMillen High School, 750 N. Murphy Rd. Murphy, TX 75094
If you or someone you know is interested, please sign up ⬇️.
https://tinyurl.com/2sn9zn2n
Questions can be sent to Ashley Carter, Plano ISD Secondary Science Coordinator at [email protected].
01/13/2025
January is , and we are highlighting inspiring like Board Secretary Tarrah Lantz! Learn more about her leadership experience and how she helps guide Plano ISD toward excellence.
01/10/2025
We're bursting with Plano ISD pride! 🎉
👏 A round of applause for our 4️⃣ students named Regeneron Science Talent Search Top 300 Scholars! 🧪📚 This prestigious competition is the nation’s oldest and most celebrated for high school seniors in science and math.
Congratulations to:
-Dev Arora, Plano West Senior High School
-Prisha Bhat, Plano East Senior High School
-Manya Gummaraju, Plano East Senior High School
-Chloe Yehwon Lee, Plano East Senior High School
The top 40 finalists will be announced on January 23.
FULL STORY ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/3npaj8r4
01/10/2025
It's , and we're continuing to shine a spotlight on our inspiring trustees! Meet Board Secretary Jeri Chambers, a true . 🌟 Discover how her leadership helps shape our schools and inspires our community.
01/09/2025
🗓 MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Plano ISD invites you to the 38th Annual MLK Diversity Celebration honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The theme is “Together for Tomorrow” and will feature student speakers and performers.
This year’s guest speaker is Drew Pearson, Pro Football Hall of Fame Inductee and former Dallas Cowboy.
In addition to highlighting Dr. King’s vision by showcasing how working together as one team can advance his mission of making a better future, this year’s event will celebrate the event founder, Dr. Myrtle Hightower, who helped to champion diversity in Plano ISD and the community. We will also recognize the recipients of the Dr. Myrtle Hightower Diversity Leadership Award and our MLK Art and Writing Contest winners!
📅 Thursday, January 23, 2025
⏰ Pre-Show: 6:30 pm, Program: 7:00 to 8:15 pm
📍 Robinson Fine Arts Center, 1800 Alma Drive, Plano, TX 75075
Plano ISD schools and facilities will remain closed on Friday, January 10, 2025, due to the forecast for continued inclement weather and the potential for unsafe travel conditions throughout the 100 square miles of the district.
Based on current weather forecasts, Plano ISD plans to resume classes on Monday, January 13. School will be in session unless otherwise announced.
Please stay safe and continue monitoring district communications channels for any updates: www.pisd.edu/weatherupdates.
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Las escuelas e instalaciones de Plano ISD permanecerán cerradas el viernes 10 de enero del 2025, debido a las continuas inclemencias del tiempo y la posibilidad de condiciones adversas de transporte en las calles y carreteras a lo largo de las 100 millas cuadradas que abarca nuestro distrito.
En base a los pronósticos meteorológicos actuales, Plano ISD planea reanudar las clases el lunes 13 de enero. Las escuelas estarán en funcionamiento a menos que se anuncie lo contrario.
Por favor manténgase seguro y continúe monitoreando los medios de comunicación del distrito para cualquier actualización en:
www.pisd.edu/weatherupdates.
Plano ISD schools and facilities will be closed on Thursday, January 9, 2025, due to the winter storm warning, extreme cold temperatures and expected hazardous conditions of roads, parking lots and walkways. This decision prioritizes the safety and well-being of our students and staff.
A decision regarding school operations for Friday, January 10, will be made after evaluating facility and travel conditions on Thursday evening. For updates, check the Plano ISD website at www.pisd.edu/weatherupdates.
We encourage our Plano ISD community to take the necessary precautions to stay safe and warm during this period of extreme cold. Please continue to monitor the school district communications channels for any updates or new information regarding the weather and school operations.
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Las escuelas e instalaciones de Plano ISD permanecerán cerradas el jueves 9 de enero del 2025, debido a la advertencia de tormenta invernal, temperaturas extremadamente frías y condiciones peligrosas en carreteras, estacionamientos y banquetas. Esta decisión prioriza la seguridad y el bienestar de nuestros alumnos y personal.
Se tomará una decisión el jueves por la noche con respecto a las operaciones escolares para el viernes, 10 de enero, después de evaluar las condiciones de las instalaciones y las condiciones en las carreteras. Para actualizaciones en la información, consulte la página web de Plano ISD en www.pisd.edu/weatherupdates.
Recomendamos a nuestra comunidad de Plano ISD a tomar las precauciones necesarias para mantenerse abrigados y seguros durante este periodo de frío extremo. Por favor continúe monitoreando los medios de comunicación del distrito escolar para actualizaciones en la información sobre el clima y las operaciones escolares.
Plano ISD is a Texas public school system steeped in history and a tradition of excellence spanning more than 100 years. With a mission to “provide an excellent education for each student,” Plano ISD serves the residents of approximately 100 square miles in southwest Collin County. This area includes most of the City of Plano, as well as portions of the cities of Richardson, Dallas, Murphy, Allen, Parker, Garland, Lucas, Carrollton and Wylie.
Plano ISD employs nearly 7,000 faculty and staff members who serve 54,000 students in 72 schools and 17 additional instructional and service facilities.
The exceptional education that Plano ISD provides makes the communities it serves excellent places to live, to work and to learn. In recent years, the Plano ISD Board of Trustees has ensured that students in Plano have a variety of ways to find their fit. Through a comprehensive selection of electives, academic courses and extracurricular activities, Plano ISD is able to meet the individual needs and talents of its highly diverse student population.
Plano ISD educators empower students to reach their full potential. Building on a shared vision of excellence, Plano ISD board members, administrators and faculty members focus on preparing graduates to succeed in a competitive and global society. Plano students consistently achieve the highest standards of educational excellence, with college entrance exam scores far exceeding state and national averages. The unsurpassed performance of Plano ISD students on national tests gives them a competitive edge for college admission and post-graduate success.
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