Frisco ISD has been named among the Best Communities for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation for the 12th consecutive year.

With this honor, NAMM recognizes school districts across the country that demonstrate a commitment to ensuring music learning opportunities are available for every student. The recognition underscores the value of music education in Frisco ISD — a commitment the District honored with its student-centered approach to the new Visual and Performing Arts Center, which hosted preview performances last month.

Tens of thousands of students are enriched with a Frisco ISD music education each year. In elementary, all 25,000 students took weekly music classes last school year. In middle school, 12,000 students were in choir, orchestra or band; in high school, 11,000 students took part.

"This honor celebrates something we've always believed: the arts matter,” said Chris Cansler, assistant director of fine arts. “Every day, Frisco ISD students find their voice through music, and we're proud to provide opportunities for them to learn, perform and grow."

To qualify for the designation, FISD answered detailed questions about funding, graduation requirements, music class participation, instruction time, facilities and support for the music program. Responses were verified by school officials and reviewed by arts educational research firm WolfBrown. 

Learn more about the fine arts education in Frisco ISD.

- Rachel McReynolds