The Plano ISD Board of Trustees met in a work session on Tuesday, May 4. View meeting agenda and meeting video.

RECOGNITION

Plano West Senior High Teacher Robin Bailey was recognized by the board for her designation as a NCWIT 2021 Aspirations in Computing Educator Dallas/Fort Worth Affiliate award winner. View video of recognition.

Todd Williams, Associate Principal Plano West Senior High; Robin Bailey, Computer Science Teacher Plano West Senior High and Board Vice President Jeri Chambers.

Plano West Computer Science Teacher Robin Bailey was recognized by the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) as a 2021 Aspirations in Computing Educator Dallas/Fort Worth Affiliate award winner. NCWIT is a non-profit community that increases the influence and meaningful participation of girls and women from every community in the influential field of computing. "Robin is an incredible educator and mentor who has worked throughout her career to promote gender equity in the field of technology," said Assistant Superintendent Dr. Katrina Hasley. Ms. Bailey was presented with a certificate of excellence by the Board of Trustees at the May 4 meeting.

RECOGNITION

The Health Services Director Staci Antelo, her nurse leaders and school nurses were recognized by the board for their commitment to the health and safety of Plano ISD students, families and staff. View video of recognition.

Dr. Beth Brockman assistant superintendent for employee services stated that 19,710 students were reported as exposed or positive for COVID-19 and 6,525 employees were exposed or positive during this pandemic. Director Antelo said, "It has been a privilege to serve the community."

Attending the recognition via Zoom were: (top row) Joan Boswell, Murphy Middle School nurse & team leader; Dottie Jordan, Jasper High School nurse & team leader; and Stacey Nichols, clinical nurse manager. Second row far left: Meghan Franzke, Brinker Elementary nurse & team leader; Julianne Sherbert, Andrews Elementary nurse & team leader; Amber Parks, special assignment nurse. Bottom row: Carol Rhoden, special assignment nurse.

DISCUSSION AND ACTION

• Approval of the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement By and Between the Plano Independent School District and the City of Dallas
• Approval of the Resolution to Modify District Policies and Procedures on Grade Promotion

REPORTS

• School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Report
• Advocacy Efforts for the 87th Texas Legislative Session
• 2021 - 2022 School Year Instructional Plan - Part 2
• Review of Community, Student and Staff Listening Rounds

Special Called Board Meeting: May 11

The Board will meet in a special called meeting on May 11. View agenda.

• Canvass Election Results of the May 1, 2021 Plano ISD Board of Trustee Election
• Issue Certificates of Election

Next Regular Board Meeting: May 18

Families whose children are receiving special education services are invited to sign up for Plano ISD’s 2021 Special Education Hero Expo occurring May 14. The virtual event is intended to provide parents with information about the special education process, activities to use at home and resources available to families from the district and outside agencies. 

Schedule and Registration Link

To attend and view the schedule, visit the 2021 Special Education Hero Expo webpage on Plano ISD’s website. Questions about the event, should be emailed to spedparentconference@pisd.edu. 

Graduation Plan for Class of 2021 Families

Plano ISD is pleased to announce that the graduation schedule for our Class of 2021 is now final. This year’s graduations for all four high schools will be in-person. Need information about graduation 2021? Read more.

Families can now easily learn about events, enrichment activities and opportunities offered by community organizations as well as school-affiliated organizations by visiting Plano ISD’s Online Materials Distribution Portal.

Community organizations are also invited to visit the site to post information. There is a $15 fee per post for nonprofit organizations and a $30 fee per post for for-profit organizations. Details about establishing an account to post information can be found on the website as well as guidelines. 

Curbside Meal Distribution 

Curbside meals are available for pick-up each Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

The meal bundles can be picked up at any of the following locations:

• Clark High School, 523 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano
• Shepton High School, 5505 W Plano Pkwy, Plano
• Williams High School, 1717 17th St, Plano, TX 75074 (new pickup location off of Avenue P)
• McMillen High School, 750 N Murphy Rd, Murphy, TX 75094
• Vines High School, 1401 Highedge Dr, Plano, TX 75075

Anyone picking up meals for students, without the student present, must bring appropriate documentation in the form of a school issued ID, report card, parent portal attendance summary form, or birth certificate. Read More.

The enrollment process is now open online for prekindergarten through kindergarten age students. Find out more at www.pisd.edu/ecprograms.

Families should continue to monitor their children’s health. If a child is sick, please have them stay home to get better. Additionally, if any of the following scenarios apply, please also complete the COVID-19 Student Reporting Form and your school’s nurse will contact you to discuss your quarantine requirements:

• Your child or a household member is positive for COVID-19
• Your child or a household member is waiting for COVID-19 test results
• Your child is experiencing symptoms that could be COVID-19. Symptoms to watch for include coughing, shortness of breath/difficulty breathing, headache, sore throat, fever, chills, body aches, fatigue, new loss of taste or smell, congestion or runny nose, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
• In the last 10 days, your child has been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19

All students entering a Plano ISD facility should continue to follow all current health and safety guidelines. 

• Wear a face mask (prek–2nd grade students may use a district-provided face shield instead of a mask while in the classroom) whenever entering or leaving a building, in all common areas, and around others. The face mask should cover the nose and mouth at all times.  
• Maintain a safe distance (at least 6 feet) from others, whenever possible.
• Continue to practice good hand hygiene by hand washing throughout the day and using hand sanitizer that is available at building entrances and in classrooms.

Thank you for your assistance in helping to keep our students healthy and safe.

In español

In collaboration with Plano ISD, Collin Adult Education & Literacy located at 2000 N. Central Expressway, Suite 115, is offering free GED and English as a second language (ESL) classes for eligible adults in the Plano community. Virtual classes are available. The virtual class times are as follows until further notice:

GED

• Monday–Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., or 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

ESL

• Monday–Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.
• To register for these free classes, call 972-349-4550 or send an email to collinael@grayson.edu. For more information, visit their website at www.collinael.com.

Have questions about COVID-19, return to school plan, learning environments?

• Please see our COVID-19 FAQ
• District updates and district updates en español
• Return to School Plan for 2020-21 in English and Spanish
• COVID-19 dashboard, cases updated Monday through Friday

Plano ISD needs you! Employment opportunities are available for bus drivers, cafeteria workers and more. Apply online. Your employment related questions may be emailed to pisdjobs@pisd.edu. Plano ISD is an equal opportunity employer.

The stadium bag policy began in 2019 and is in effect for the 2020-21 school year, to promote the safety and security of Plano ISD students, staff, families and visitors. The district has modified its stadium bag policy by limiting the size and type of bags that spectators are allowed to bring into Plano ISD Stadiums. See the frequently asked questions on the athletics website for more information. Stadium locations include:

• Clark Stadium & Fields Complex
• Kimbrough Stadium
• Williams Stadium

Get connected; stay connected. Download the Plano ISD Mobile App and login with your parent portal ID and password for student data and alerts. Link to download instructions.