🎓✨ College & Career Week is almost here! ✨🎓
Get ready to dream big, explore future possibilities, and have some fun along the way! Join us September 28th–October 2nd as we celebrate College & Career Week with daily dress-up themes that encourage students to think about their future goals and aspirations. #wearephillips #phillipsphamily
Another amazing week at Phillips Elementary! 💙 From our Safety Patrol students helping keep morning carpool running smoothly, to celebrating Billy Gene Phillips Day by wearing blue, our campus was full of leadership, school spirit, and learning. #wearephillips #phillipsphamily
Please join us in welcoming Rachel LeForce to the Phillips Elementary family as our new Assistant Principal Intern! Rachel grew up in Oklahoma and moved to North Texas in 2020. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Oklahoma (Boomer Sooner!) and her master’s degree from the University of Central Oklahoma, along with her Principal Certification through Lamar University. Rachel brings a unique perspective to education, having taught for two years at an international school in Bangkok, Thailand. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her dog, Steve! Her favorite quote, “Education is the key that unlocks the golden door to freedom.” — George Washington Carver, reflects her belief in the power of education. We’re excited to have Rachel join the Phillips family and look forward to all she will bring to our campus this year!
Our first Phillips Flower Cart delivery of the year!
Flower Cart is so much more than just delivering flowers to our incredible staff. Through this special program, our students build communication skills, practice following directions, and learn how to complete a job from beginning to end. We are so proud of our students and all they accomplish through this meaningful experience!
A HUGE shout-out to Simply Blessed Flowers for donating our beautiful flowers for the FOURTH year in a row! We are incredibly grateful for their continued generosity, kindness, and support. 🌸🌼💐
#wearephillips #phillipsphamily
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
Our first full week of school is in the books!From hands-on science experiments and scissor salads to trips to the library, our students have been busy learning, playing, exploring, and growing! 🔬✂️📚We’re off to a great start and can’t wait for all the fun ahead! #wearephillips #phillipsphamily
Phillips is cereal-sly the best! Today we celebrated our amazing staff with a cereal bar! Their hard work continues to pay off—Phillips earned another A rating AND two distinctions! We are so proud of all that our Phillips Phamily continues to accomplish together! 💙🥣🎉 #wearephillips #phillipsphamily
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.
We are incredibly proud of our students and staff for their hard work and dedication! This year, Phillips earned an overall score of 93 from the Texas Education Agency and received 2 distinctions: Closing the Gaps & Academic Growth!
What an amazing accomplishment for our Phillips family! We SOAR together!
What an amazing accomplishment for our Phillips family! We SOAR together!
The first day of school at Phillips Elementary is officially in the books! Our halls were filled with smiling faces, excited students, and so much energy as we kicked off a brand-new school year. We are so excited for all the learning, growth, friendships, and memories ahead. It’s going to be a great year at Phillips! #wearephillips #phillipsphamily
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.
Yesterday, we kicked off the year with World Cup-themed fun, team bonding, and collaboration. Together, we set goals, built connections, and prepared for an amazing year ahead. We can't wait to see everything our teams will accomplish this season! ⚽🏆
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
Please join us in welcoming Katrina Leslie to the Phillips Elementary family as our new 4th Grade Teacher! Originally from Fairview, Texas, Katrina earned her undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University and her graduate degree from Boston University. She has a unique background, having attended elementary school in Australia, and she enjoys expressing her creativity through quilting and always having a new project in the works. Her favorite quote, “Don’t let the world change your smile, but let your smile change the world,” reflects the positivity and joy she brings to those around her. We are excited to have Katrina join our team and can't wait to see the impact she'll make in her classroom this year!
Please join us in welcoming Emma Sutton to the Phillips Elementary family as one of our new Kindergarten Teachers! A proud Frisco, Texas native, Emma is a graduate of the University of Arkansas and is excited to begin this new chapter with our younger learners. She has a twin sister and has even traveled to Alaska, making for some great stories and adventures! Emma's favorite quote, "Believe you can and you're halfway there," reflects the positivity and determination she brings to the classroom. We're excited to have Emma as part of the Phillips family and can't wait to see the difference she'll make for our students this year!
Phillips Elementary is excited to welcome Mary Wren Bingaman to our team! Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, Mary Wren is a graduate of Louisiana State University and brings a positive spirit and enthusiasm to our campus. Outside of school, she enjoys attending Zach Bryan concerts and has a special love for animals. Her favorite quote, “In a world where you can be anything, be kind,” reflects the values she brings to her work and relationships each day.
Please join us in welcoming Jamie Buccambuso to the Phillips Elementary family as our new School Nurse! Originally from Southern California, Jamie has called Texas home for the past 35 years and proudly considers herself a Texan. She attended Grayson County College and brings a passion for caring for others to our campus. Outside of work, Jamie loves to travel and hike and has visited 27 National Parks! One of her greatest adventures was completing the 500-mile Camino de Santiago across Spain. Her favorite quote, “Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions.” — Dalai Lama, reflects the positive spirit she brings to those around her. We're excited to have Jamie caring for our students and staff and are thrilled to welcome her to the Phillips family!
Please join us in welcoming Araceli Angulo to the Phillips Elementary family! Araceli joins our team as a Special Education Aide in Functional Academics (FA) and is originally from Lewisville, Texas. She earned her Associate's Degree from North Central Texas College and is excited to support and encourage our students each day. In her free time, Araceli loves planning trips and vacations, creating detailed itineraries, and discovering new places to explore. She's also a huge animal lover and enjoys spending time with her family's cat, Olaf. Her favorite quote, "Always aim to treat others even better than how you would like to be treated!" perfectly reflects the kindness and compassion she brings to our Phillips community. We're so excited to have Araceli join our team!
Please join us in welcoming Ryan Moore to the Phillips Elementary family as our new Resource Teacher! Ryan brings 23 years of experience in education and a passion for helping students succeed through special education. Originally from northwest Oklahoma, he earned two degrees from Northeastern State University, where he was also a member of two National Championship football teams. After serving as a Special Education Specialist, Ryan is excited to return to the classroom and work directly with students. Fun fact—his wife is a teacher at Phillips, and both of their daughters will be students here this year, making this a true family affair! Another unique fact: Ryan spent four years working in a Level I Trauma Emergency Room before returning to education. His favorite quote, "I never lose. I win or learn." — Nelson Mandela, reflects his positive outlook and growth mindset. We're thrilled to have Ryan join the Phillips family and can't wait for the impact he'll make this year!
