Applications are open now for FISD Insight, a comprehensive, behind-the-scenes look at Frisco ISD operations. Members of each FISD Insight class come away with a complete understanding of the District, from academics and fine arts to transportation and technology and more. They will hear from department leaders as well as current Frisco ISD students, and have a chance to ask questions. Classes, which are held once or twice a month, will be hosted at various District facilities.
Membership: Applicants must live within Frisco ISD boundaries, and must not be prior participants. Only one adult per household.
Cost: $20, collected at the first class
Frisco ISD eNewsletter: August 27, 2026
In this Issue: Frisco ISD App, Volunteer Events, Join Transportation
Also Around Frisco ISD …
Three Frisco ISD schools were recognized at the August School Board meeting for their generous donations to Frisco Family Services! Over 43,000 pounds of food representing over 36,000 meals were donated across all Frisco ISD campuses last school year, with Wakeland High School (7,050 pounds), Isbell Elementary School (2,095 pounds) and McSpedden Elementary School (1,834 pounds) as the top donors.
Current Frisco ISD students and recent graduates marched drum corps this summer, using skills developed in Frisco ISD band programs in auditions and on the competition field.
Chase Baxter, Panther Creek Class of 2024 - Phantom Regiment
Rhys Bulham, Lone Star Class of 2024 - Boston Crusaders
Lila Hall, Panther Creek Class of 2024 - Blue Knights
Ethan Kim, Liberty Class of 2025 - Boston Crusaders
Ashlyn Kortum, Lone Star Class of 2023 - Blue Stars
Lucas Lyon, Lone Star Class of 2024 - Bluecoats
Logan Matamoros, Wakeland Class of 2025 - Phantom Regiment
Mia Rosenfeld, Centennial Class of 2026 - Guardians
Jeremiah Saguil, Lone Star Class of 2024 - Bluecoats
Salvador Sanchez, Panther Creek Class of 2026 - Troopers
Evan Stewart, Lebanon Trail senior - Troopers
Tyler Trahan, Emerson Class of 2024 - Blue Devils
Six Frisco ISD students in May earned the Girl Scouts Gold Award, the organization’s highest recognition. Congratulations to Maggie Cooley (Independence), Ishika Grandhi (Independence), Aleena Sohani (Lebanon Trail), Kensli Espadron (Lone Star), Ruhi Ladwa (Reedy) and Eshal Muhammad (Frisco).
Spears Elementary teacher Carter Forsong, a 17-year educator and Frisco High School graduate, recently received an alumni spotlight from UT Dallas athletics! In the feature, Carter shared lessons she learned as a softball player at UTD that also apply now in the classroom. Carter is a published author, as well, and her book, “That’s Not Fair!”, began as a class assignment at UTD. As part of the spotlight, Carter received a visit from UTD athletic director Angela Marin, who presented her with backpacks stuffed with supplies for her classroom. Congratulations, Carter!
The Frisco ISD Book Bus wrapped up a busy summer schedule this month, bringing literacy fun to every corner of the District starting just days after its June completion. To give a sense of the impact, the Library and Technology Services Department shared a few impressive numbers:
1,322 - Books given away to children
100 - Miles traveled to book bus stops
14 - Stops made this summer
The Book Bus is gearing up for fall and will be ready to roll out an updated schedule soon. To find out when and where they will be, visit the Frisco ISD Book Bus webpage and follow along on Facebook and Instagram.
The Frisco ISD School Board is eager to hear from staff, students and community members, and there are a number of ways to share your feedback with Trustees. One method is by signing up to speak at Community Input Meetings, now scheduled for the 2026-27 school year:
Oct. 5, 2026 - 6:30 p.m.
Nov. 30, 2026 - 6:30 p.m.
Feb. 22, 2027 - 6:30 p.m.
April 26, 2027 - 6:30 p.m.
Meetings are held at the Frisco ISD Administration Building, and visitors should enter through the front doors.
Can’t be there? A recording will be available after the meeting, and Trustees also take written questions starting a week beforehand on the Community Input Meetings webpage.
Frisco ISD eNewsletter: August 14, 2026
In this Issue: Welcome From the Superintendent, State Ratings, Technology Use
Also Around Frisco ISD …
Utsav Sunil Kumar, a junior at Heritage High School, was among five students selected to represent the U.S. at the 2026 International Economics Olympiad in Shenzhen, China. The team placed sixth among 52 delegations in the Business Case competition, and Utsav was selected as an IEOx Youth Talks finalist and invited speaker.
Heritage High School senior Omya Tomar earned Girl Scouts' highest recognition, a Gold Award, last spring. She is a member of Troop 2245.
Congratulations to Frisco ISD agriculture students Reese and Griffin Dodson on a very accomplished summer break! Griffin and Reese, both members of the FISD Heifer Show Team, competed at the Texas Junior Simmental Simbrah Association State Futurity in Bryan, with Reese placing second in Cattle Skillathon and seventh overall Junior, and Griffin placing second in Public Speaking and seventh overall Intermediate. At July’s American Junior Simmental National competition in Nebraska, Reese's heifer Daisy earned honors as the third overall Bred and Owned Simbrah Heifer. Also last month, Griffin was elected to the Texas Junior Simmental Simbrah Association Executive Board and will serve as the 2026-27 secretary. Griffin is a Wakeland High School 10th grader, and Reese is a Griffin Middle School seventh grader. Way to represent FISD, Reese and Griffin!
As a reminder, HB 1481, which went into effect last school year, continues to prohibit the use of personal communication devices during the instructional day.
As we enter the new school year, please ensure your student’s devices are turned off and out of sight during the school day.
Read more about personal device use in Frisco ISD.
In partnership with the Frisco Police Department and with student safety at the forefront, the District's Student Code of Conduct has been updated to align with the City's e-scooter policy.
Review the student code of conduct by visiting this link.
The Frisco ISD Book Bus has announced its August stops! All visits are 9-11 a.m.
Aug. 6 - Northeast Community Park, 12895 Honey Grove Drive, Frisco, TX 75035
Aug. 11 - Tuscany Meadows Park, 5611 Sims Way, Frisco, TX 75035
Learn more about the Book Bus, and follow along on social media!
Instagram, @fisdlibraries
Facebook, FISDLibraryServices
Frisco ISD eNewsletter: July 30, 2026
In this Issue: Sustainability Plan, New School Year Tips, District Committees
Congratulations to Jennifer Helm in the Athletics Department, who last week was honored with the Dave Campbell’s Texas Football Heart of Athletics Award presented by Hometown. Helm has worked in Frisco ISD for 29 years and is a critical part of Athletics operations. Last year, Helm received a District Standing Ovation award.
Varsity football games include players, coaches and training staff, marching bands cheerleaders and drill teams, and of course all the families and fans who come out to cheer and show their support. The games on Thursday and Friday nights are definitely community events.
And with the opening week of the season now less than a month away, it's a good time to plan ahead. Here is a 2026 composite schedule of all the Frisco ISD varsity football games. The first night of games is Thursday, August 27.
Tickets for games will also be on sale soon at tickets.friscoisd.org.
Congratulations to the four Frisco ISD ensembles whose excellence has been recognized by the Texas Music Educators Association! Each year, the state group selects honor bands, orchestras and choirs in each classification after a rigorous audition process, recognizing communities and school systems that successfully supported music in education through their instrumental music programs. For 2027, three FISD bands and one orchestra advanced to the state level, highlighting the truly amazing talent and hard work being dedicated to these fine arts programs. Below are the recognized groups, as well as their directors. Bravo!
Panther Creek High School Wind Ensemble - 5th Place, Class 4A Honor Band State Finals
Kenton Wallis, Director
Fowler Middle School Legacy Orchestra - 6th Place, Honor String Orchestra State Finals
Victoria Lien, Director
Griffin Middle School Wind Symphony - 6th Place, Class 2C Honor Band State Finals
Carolyn Cansler, Director
Maus Middle School Wind Ensemble - Class 2C Honor Band State Semifinalist
Katherine Lewis, Director
Congratulations to the Frisco ISD Communications Department on their recent awards from the National School Public Relations Association! Each year, NSPRA recognizes those whose efforts and expertise have had a positive and lasting impact on school public relations and education, as well as honors the best work in school communication. The District’s Communications team earned the following awards:
Awards of Excellence
Elementary Fine Arts (Writing)
Fine Arts Holiday Performances (Social Media/Photos) - Facebook and Instagram
Frisco ISD FFA Spotlight (Video)
About Frisco ISD (Video)
Awards of Merit
Meet Frisco ISD’s HS Stage Managers (Writing)
Back to the Classroom (Video)
ISM (Video)
Golden Achievement Award
Expanding Access: Tuition-Based Pre-K
The Frisco ISD Book Bus has announced its July stops! All visits are 9-11 a.m.
July 16 - John M. Whisenant Park, 3701 Hudson Crossing, McKinney, TX 75070
July 23 - Russell Creek Park, 3500 McDermott Road, Plano, TX 75025
July 30 - Beard Park, 310 E Eldorado Pkwy., Little Elm, TX 75068
Learn more about the Book Bus, and follow along on social media!
Instagram, @fisdlibraries
Facebook, FISDLibraryServices
Also around Frisco ISD …
Abryan Lepcha, a student at McSpedden Elementary, has been chosen as a First Prize Winner in piano at the 2025 Golden Classical Music Awards International Competition. As a result of this achievement, he has been invited to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City next month.
Aanya Mansani, rising sophomore at Centennial High School, won a Gold Medal at the 2026 GENIUS Olympiad, one of the world's largest international high school innovation competitions.
