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Frisco ISD adds new courses

Krithanya Akilan, Staff Reporter
February 2, 2026
Owen Higgins
Frisco ISD is introducing four new courses for the 2026-27 academic year. These courses include Turf Grass Management, Multivariable Calculus, Practicum in Law, and Sports Medicine II.

With the February course selection deadline coming up, Frisco ISD is offering four new in-person course options for the 2026-2027 year. 

“These new courses will benefit students in their ability to learn more in areas of their personal interest,” lead counselor Amanda Zambiasi said.

The following in person courses are: 

Turf Grass Management

  • Prepares students for careers in horticultural systems 
  • Offered to 9th-12th grade students 

Multivariable Calculus

  • For 11th and 12th grade students who have completed AP Calculus BC
  • Continued mathematical studies to prepare students for college level math 

Practicum in Law

  • Capstone experience for 12th grade students
  • Focuses on applying legal knowledge in real world scenarios 
  • Part of a Law and Public Service Career Cluster at the CTE center

Sports Medicine II 

  • For 10th-12th grade students 
  • Introduces psychomotor applications of sports medicine and athletic training 
  • Includes clinical experience with student athletes 
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Krithanya Akilan
Krithanya Akilan, Staff Reporter

Krithanya Akilan is a sophomore in her first year of Wingspan. An introvert at heart, she can usually be found creating her own fantasy worlds to write about, listening to music and juggling three books at once. She also has a habit of taking far too many personality quizzes. 

Owen Higgins
Owen Higgins, Staff Reporter
Owen Higgins is a junior in his second year in Wingspan. Outside of Wingspan, Owen runs track and cross country for the school. He can’t wait to produce stories and another year in Wingspan!