• Plano ISD Leadership & Ambassador Program 

  • Leadership & Ambassador Program

  • Program Overview

    Plano ISD is committed to excellence, and in the spirit of this commitment, the 2025-2026 school year marks the fifth year of the Plano ISD Leadership and Ambassador Program.

    This leadership program is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive overview of Plano ISD. Ultimately, program graduates will feel empowered and motivated to be active participants in the district’s mission. Participants will be provided with learning opportunities regarding the academic and operational goals of the district in order to gain a greater understanding of internal operations at both district and campus levels. The program culminates in a recognition/graduation event in the spring.

    Program Goal

    The ultimate goal of the Leadership & Ambassador Program is to create a community of informed leaders. The program will provide participants with learning opportunities to explore the inner-workings of the district and is intended to form a foundation of understanding and involvement in Plano ISD. Program graduates may be called upon to support the district through participation in projects such as strategic planning, redistricting discussions, district and campus improvement teams, focus groups and other planning committees.

    Who Should Apply?

    Potential applicants include Plano ISD community members, parents, PTA members and members of the Plano area business community, to name a few, who are interested in gaining insight into what is happening in Plano ISD. (Plano ISD employees are not eligible to participate.) 

    Expectations

    In order to receive the full benefit of this program, Leadership and Ambassador Program members are expected to attend all meetings. Please refer to the dates listed below and check your schedule prior to making this commitment. Participants may only miss two sessions in order to graduate as a Leadership and Ambassador Class 5 member.

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  • How to Apply?

    Interested individuals apply to be accepted to the program through an online application process.

    Applications are due Monday, June 30 at 11:59 PM. 

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  • Program Dates and Times

    This program will feature six daytime sessions at various Plano ISD locations, culminating in a recognition for graduates on the evening of April 29, 2025.  Note: Dates for 2025-26 are tentative and could be subject to change.  Dates will be finalized before acceptance letters are issued.

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  • Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
    District overview and update; team building; leadership development

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  • Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
    District Discovery Day – a scavenger hunt introducing class members to district facilities

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  • Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
    Strategic Plan Pillars 1 and 2 – Teaching and Learning/Life Ready

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  • Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
    Strategic Plan Pillar 3 – Talent Acquisition, Support and Growth

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  • Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
    Strategic Plan Pillar 5 – Partnership and Strategic Resource Management

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  • Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
    Strategic Plan Pillar 4 – Safety, Wellness and Community Engagement

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  • Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
    Reception and Graduation for Class 5

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