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Students last chance to drop AP and Advanced classes is Thursday at 4:30 p.m.

Last chance to drop AP and Advanced classes on Thursday

Maya Silberman, Editor-in-Chief December 14, 2023

The window for students to drop their Advanced and AP classes for the upcoming semester closes Thursday at 4:30 p.m. The drop period allows students to change their schedule from an Advanced or AP class to an on-level class, or if none is available,...

On Monday, the Board met at the Administration building. They approved the 2024-25 calendar, with the addition of Fall break and a Monday start.

Fall break and a Monday start included on 2024-25 calendar

Rin Ryu, Editor-In-Chief December 13, 2023

The 2024-25 academic calendar was approved Monday by the Frisco ISD Board of Trustees at the December Board meeting. The calendar was developed by the District Advisory Council’s (DAC) Calendar Committee, which is made up of ten staff members and eight...

The Board of Trustees held their monthly meeting on Monday, discussing a variety of topics. Future-ready skills were highlighted at the meeting, the FISD Visual and Performing Arts Center was discussed, including the guaranteed maximum price and guiding visions for the facility, and revisions to the Dual-Credit Program were discussed.

Board approves new calendar and recognizes students at meeting

Joaquin Perez, WTV Producer December 12, 2023

Frisco ISD held its monthly board meeting Monday night at the Administration Building. The meeting began with a recognition of the FISD Partners of Education and the Frisco elementary honor choir, along with a performance by the choir and then a recognition...

The Board of Trustees held their monthly meeting on Monday, discussing a variety of topics. Future-ready skills were highlighted at the meeting, the FISD Visual and Performing Arts Center was discussed, including the guaranteed maximum price and guiding visions for the facility, and revisions to the Dual-Credit Program were discussed.

Monthly Board meeting set for Monday evening

Rin Ryu, Editor-in-Chief December 11, 2023

The Frisco ISD school board meets on Monday at 6:30 p.m. at the Frisco ISD administration building for the monthly board meeting. The board will be updated on the Visual and Performing Arts Center, highlighting an approximately 1,200-seat performance...

Juniors will be taking the SAT Wednesday, changing up the schedule for all students. Both Tuesday and Wednesday are B-days, with Wednesday bringing late arrival for most students.

Redhawks are now able to drop AP and Advanced classes

Faith Brocke, Managing Editor December 8, 2023

The form is now available for students considering dropping an advanced or AP class for the second semester with students having until Dec. 14 to request changes. “The AP drop window opens at the end of the semester to allow students the opportunity...

Collin College classes end Thursday, meaning students who take Dual Credit classes are no longer in session for the remainder of the academic semester. Students also have a chance to learn more about Dual Credit during advisory on Thursday.

Dual Credit students get an early end to the semester

Aditi Shah, WTV Staff Reporter December 7, 2023

This week is the end of the Collin College semester, but Thursday is also the start of process for registering for Dual Credit classes. There will be an informational meeting hosted in the auditorium during advisory for students interested in taking...

Frisco ISDs La Visión program is partnering with the CTE Center to give Spanish speaking families an exclusive open house tour of the CTE Center Wednesday from 6-8 p.m.

Exclusive CTE open house on Wednesday for Spanish speaking families

Sindhuja Pannuri, Staff Reporter December 6, 2023

The Career and Technical Education Center is partnering with Frisco ISD’s La Vision to offer an exclusive open house tour for Spanish speaking families Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. “FISD is an amazing district and we have everything that our students...

The United States largest rail company, Amtrak, is exploring the possibility of connecting Dallas and Houston via high-speed rail by partnering with Texas Central.  The high-speed rail line could revolutionize transportation, drive economic development, and improve connectivity for Texas.

High speed rail connecting DFW in the works

Lea Garcia-Salazar, Staff Reporter December 5, 2023

The United States' largest rail company, Amtrak, reported it is exploring the possibility of connecting Dallas and Houston via high-speed rail by partnering with Texas Central.  “If we are going to add more high-speed rail to this country, the Dallas...

Liberty recognized on AP School Honor Roll

Joaquin Perez, WTV Producer December 4, 2023

Frisco ISD is a leader in Texas for student achievements. And to add another one to the list, the AP School Honor Roll is a new distinction created by College Board to honor schools whose AP programs are seeing good test results while delivering greater...

Teachers leaving education and a shortage of substitute teachers continues to be an issue for school districts across the country. However, Frisco ISD has seen an increase in teacher retention and fill rates of substitutes, such as Sylvia Karmanoff (pictured).

Increases in teacher retention and substitute fill rate across the district

Sankeertana Malakapalli, Staff Reporter December 1, 2023

Teachers leaving education continues to be an issue for school districts across the country. In addition, many districts are facing a shortage of available substitute teachers. However, statistics from Frisco ISD illustrate a different story in Frisco.  “Looking...

Frisco ISDs Phase 1 application to the Teacher Incentive Allotment has been approved. The program provides stipends for designated teachers.

Frisco Education Foundation scholarship application now open

Karina Grokhovskaya, WTV Executive Producer November 30, 2023

Seniors hoping to get some extra money for college don’t have time to ease back into school as the application window for the Frisco Education Foundation scholarships is now open. Scholarships are awarded for academic achievement, financial need,...

Frisco ISD is hosting another Achieve Mentor Training on Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. The training is at the Frisco ISD Administration building.

Achieve Mentor Training takes place Wednesday evening

Haley Johnson, WTV Staff Reporter November 29, 2023

Community members have the chance to help guide and support students at the next Frisco ISD Achieve Mentor Training is wednesday at 6-7 p.m. at the FISD administration training rooms. The FISD Achieve Mentoring Program is seeking caring and committed...

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