Official Twitter account for Plano ISD. Plano ISD will educate, inspire and empower every student to activate their unique potential in a dynamic world.
Today, Governor Greg Abbott announced plans to rescind the mask mandate, effective March 10. Until guidance is received from the Texas Education Agency regarding the impact on schools, face masks are still required to be worn in Plano ISD buildings & all district events.
Families: Plano ISD is starting the school year August 12 in a fully remote learning environment for all students. Please check your email for this important announcement, or visit the Plano ISD website at .
We are providing free grab-and-go breakfast & lunch for all students across the district during the closure, March 16-20.
Breakfast 7:30-8:30am
Lunch 11am-12:30pm
Daffron, Huffman, Meadows, Sigler, Thomas.
More at:
Deputy Superintendent Dr. Theresa Williams is tapped to become the next leader of Plano ISD. In a special called meeting this morning, the Board of Trustees voted unanimously to name her as the Lone Finalist for Superintendent of Schools:
🚨🐾PANTHER PERFECTION!!🐾🚨
Our Plano East Panthers are State Champions!!!
They created history by being the first team UIL 6A history to go 40-0. We are Plano ISD Proud of this tremendous accomplishment, and congratulate the players, coaches and staff on a magical season!
🚨MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT🚨
Plano ISD is undergoing a vertical alignment between feeder high schools & senior highs! All 9-10 schools brands, mascots & colors will soon unify with respective 11-12 seniors. Learn more in our latest
#TheresasTake
#BelievePlanoISD
North Texas Food Bank will host a mobile food pantry in the Williams High School parking lot on Friday, March 20 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Williams HS 1717 17th St., Plano, TX 75074
Families will be able to drive through and receive a box of shelf-stable items.
Almost 7,000 employees were "Welcomed Home" at Clark Stadium this morning. Superintendent Sara Bonser spoke to the Plano ISD family and the stadium was rocking - Plano Sr High drumline, the drum cafe and live musical performance from former student Ron Bultongez.
#welcomehomepisd
The Plano ISD Board of Trustees has approved Jeff Smith as the next Plano ISD’s athletic director, replacing Gerald Brence who retired in December 2019. Coach Smith brings 24 years of experience to Plano ISD.
Plano ISD schools are closed today, Thursday, February 11, due to inclement weather and unsafe driving conditions. All classes, including Plano ISD School
@Home
, are canceled today. Please continue to monitor the Plano ISD website & official social media pages for updates.
Due to the extreme cold temperatures, wind chill advisory, hard freeze warning and expected refreeze of roads, parking lots and walkways overnight, Plano ISD schools and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.
Plano ISD joins with districts across the state in support of the Uvalde community as students return to school on Tuesday, September 6. Please wear maroon to show support for Uvalde students, staff and families.
#UvaldeStrong
#PISDDedicatedtoCaring
Congratulations to
@tylerkowens
at
@PESHsports
for running the second fastest 100 meter in the nation. He is also in the top 10 in the nation for the 4x200 and top 20 in the nation for the 4x100. 📷
@SportsDayHS
Kudos to Plano ISD facilities & maintenance crews who worked each day throughout the weather crisis and continue taking necessary steps to assess & repair campuses. Damage ranged from minor water/HVAC system issues to more significant water or maintenance needs.
#PlanoISDProud
Today, the Board of Trustees approved a measure to temporarily require indoor masking at all Plano ISD schools, facilities and district-provided transportation, effective Thursday, August 26 through Friday, September 24. For more information, visit .
Due to a USDA waiver, all Plano ISD students (face-to-face & School
@Home
) will receive free breakfast & lunch meals through Dec. 31 or while USDA funds last. For curbside pickup locations, schedules & docs you should bring if student is not present, visit .
Congratulations to Elementary Teacher of the Year is Kulsum Mzee, Shepard Elementary School and Secondary Teacher of the Year is Daniel Cox, Plano West Senior High School!
#PlanoISDProud
PISD remains closed to the public through 4/3 to support the need to slow COVID-19 spread. Reassessment of extended closure to be communicated the week of 3/30-4/3. PISD will remain flexible as we roll out our long-term plan for instructional continuity.
Governor Abbott ordered today for all schools to remain closed through May 1. For that reason, and in the interest doing everything in our power to limit the spread of COVID-19, Plano ISD is extending the closure of schools through May 1. Read more at
Our Plano ISD family is deeply saddened by the tragic event that occurred yesterday in Allen, Texas. Our hearts go out to all those affected by this act of violence right here in our community.
Full statement with resources:
Caitlin Morse received a $500 scholarship from Rice Middle School. She is graduating from Plano Senior High School (is a former Rice Raven) and will attend Texas Tech to study nursing. So excited for your next adventure!
🏀🔥The stage is set for a well anticipated rematch between the top two teams in Texas.
Plano East vs Round Rock Stony Point. Winner takes state.
🕣 8:30 PM
📍 San Antonio Alamodome
In response to Governor Abbott’s 4/17 executive order, Plano ISD remains closed and will continue with remote learning through May 22, the last day of the school year, as we support the community, region and nation’s need to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Sixth location added! Rose Haggar Elementary,
17820 Campbell Road, Dallas, TX 75252. Please note that students attending any Plano ISD school can participate at any of these locations. Updated information will be shared at
We are providing free grab-and-go breakfast & lunch for all students across the district during the closure, March 16-20.
Breakfast 7:30-8:30am
Lunch 11am-12:30pm
Daffron, Huffman, Meadows, Sigler, Thomas.
More at:
Plano East's ticket to the UIL 6A Boys Basketball State Championship is officially punched!
After an incredible game, Plano East secured a victory against Mansfield Lake Ridge with a final score of 61-45!
🏀 STATE-BOUND! 🐾
Start booking those hotels!
@PlanoEastHoops
has punched their ticket to San Antonio and are Regional Champions after a 76-60 win over Keller! 🏆
Next up: the State Semifinal vs. Lake Ridge Friday night from The Alamodome!
#LevelUpPlanoISD
Congratulations to Courtney Walker, librarian at
@SkaggsElem
. She was just announced as Plano ISD’s 2022 Elementary Teacher of the Year.
#PISDTOTY2022
Plano ISD principals are back and getting ready for the school year. Their first day back was filled with professional learning at Plano ISD’s Leadership Retreat for principals. Special thanks to event sponsor
@EECUdfw
.
🚨🐾PANTHER PERFECTION!!🐾🚨
Our Plano East Panthers are State Champions!!!
They created history by being the first team UIL 6A history to go 40-0. We are Plano ISD Proud of this tremendous accomplishment, and congratulate the players, coaches and staff on a magical season!
🏀🎉
@PlanoEastHoops
took off to San Antonio for the UIL State Basketball Tournament after a spirited pep rally and heartwarming sendoff this morning! 🏀🔥 Let's continue to cheer them on as they march towards a state championship! Go Panthers! 🐾
#LevelUpPlanoISD
#txhoops
🚨PLANO ISD BOARD APPROVES 2023-24 COMPENSATION PLAN🚨
The PISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved a raise for the 2023-24 school year at tonight’s school board meeting.
The plan provides all employees with a 3% pay increase and more!
#BelievePlanoISD
We’re launching Face2Face learning on Wed, Sep 9! Be ready: bring a mask; refillable water bottle (water fountains will only be used to fill bottles); Chromebook & charger; a backpack (academic lockers will not be assigned at secondary schools). We look forward to seeing you!
2020-21 planning is underway. Plano ISD will proceed with the adopted school calendar for 2020-21. Our goal is to have an instructional plan that allows us to move between face-to-face & remote learning. We can revisit the calendar if needed. Read more:
The Plano ISD family mourns the loss of Coach John Clark, who led the Wildcats football program to 2 state championships and later served as Plano ISD's Athletic Director. His legacy lives on as the namesake of Plano's Clark Stadium.
FULL STORY:
Due to the forecast for inclement weather, extreme temperatures and the potential for unsafe driving conditions throughout the district, Plano ISD schools & facilities will be closed on Tuesday, January 31. Afternoon and evening activities/competitions are canceled or postponed.
Senior HS students: Plano ISD is pleased to announce two new senior high school social studies electives for the 2021-2022 school year: African American Studies and Mexican American Studies. More information:
The "power" is on! Plano ISD tech folks are working remotely keeping all technology up & running. The help desk is staffed & busy assisting teachers & families. A digital no-touch thermometer, hand sanitizer and a gift card for meds? We are seriously prepared!
#poweredbylearning
Plano ISD welcomed nearly 50,000 students back to school today. We
#BelievePlanoISD
students, teachers and staff are off to a great start.
#PlanoISDFirstDay22
🍎
🥁DRUMROLL PLEASE!🥁
(1/3) Plano ISD is proud to become the FIRST school district to launch a cosmetology program with
@toniandguyworld
The district-funded program will allow incoming 11th graders to complete the two-year program and take the state cosmetology licensing exam!
At Tuesday's Board meeting, Cody White was announced as the Plano Senior HS Athletic Coordinator &Head Football Coach. Coach White brings 28 years of experience, 4️⃣ state championships, and an overall record of 138-49.
📰FULL STORY:
#BelievePlanoISD
Congratulations to the entire
@HuffmanHawksPYP
team! After two years as an IB PYP Candidate School implementing academic requirements, Huffman received IB PYP authorization and is now the IB World School at Huffman Elementary!
(1/4) ⚠️ 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 ⚠️
Due to hazardous travel conditions that will continue through Friday morning’s commute, and keeping the safety of our students and staff a priority, all Plano ISD schools and facilities will remain closed through Friday, February 3.
At their meeting this evening, the Board of Trustees recognized the
@PSHSWildcats
boys soccer team for finishing as the 6A state runner up. Tex McCullough is the head boys soccer coach and assistant coaches are Wes Pippard and Carson Meger. Congrats!
For her upcoming graduation from
@TAMU
where she is earning her Master in Education, Davis ES teacher Margaret Teague had her students write on her grad dress. Why? She replied, “They are a huge part of my "why" I teach, & I wanted them to be included in my graduation pictures.”
On Monday, the state champion
@PlanoEastHoops
Panthers were recognized at the
@cityofplanotx
Council Meeting. Mayor Muns proclaimed March 25, 2024, Plano East Boys Basketball Team Day! Thanks to our city officials for this honor and continued support!
#LevelUpPlanoISD
Congratulations to
@SMS_Panthers
for being recognized as a Texas School to Watch by
@MGForumSTW
and
@TASSP1
! Schimelpfenig Middle School joins 30 other campuses across Texas with this distinction.
Plano ISD's school board approved an employee compensation plan for the 22-23 school year that includes a pay increase for all employees, increased starting teacher pay, increased district contribution for health insurance & other pay adjustments. Read:
As we approach Thanksgiving, Plano ISD is embracing an attitude of gratitude. Join us Nov. 16-20 as Plano ISD schools share endless reasons to be thankful. We hope our schools inspire you!
#PISDGratitude
#PISDDedicatedtoCaring
A life-size, 3D printed statue of Plano ISD alumnus Sydney Hamilton will be displayed as part of the Smithsonian Museum's new exhibit celebrating women in STEM. Sydney is an aerospace structures stress manager with Boeing. Read:
Members of the Texas National Guard were deployed to assist North Texas Food Bank in safely continuing its mission during a time of high demand. Thank you,
@ntfb
for supporting Plano ISD families and thank you, Texas National Guard, for your service.
@BowmanRaiders
#PlanoISProud
To better understand and support the needs of our community during school closure, we are asking a few questions related to Plano ISD students' collective ability to access technology outside of school.
Access and share this survey at: .
District schools and buildings will be closed and no instruction will take place on Wednesday and Thursday, February 17 and 18 due to inclement weather, ongoing Internet connectivity and electricity accessibility issues.
Congratulations to Tavo Oropeza, career and technical education (CTE) teacher at
@EastPanthers1
. He was just named Plano ISD’s 2022 Secondary Teacher of the Year.
#PISDTOTY2022
Superintendent Williams has emphasized the importance of remaining engaged with the community. Today she met met with Rutledge Haggard, who served on the PISD Board of Trustees for 18 years. The Haggards played an integral role in establishing PISD as a district of excellence.
Did you know about the 90% attendance rule? In Texas, students must attend class at least 90% of the time in order to get credit for that class. When learning from home, students should log in to teacher-assigned lessons each day by 11:59 PM to be counted.