This November, Frisco ISD voters will have the opportunity to weigh in on two critical measures aimed at maintaining and enhancing the district’s education services and facilities. The Board of Trustees recently approved a bond program and a tax rate increase to appear on the upcoming ballot. Here’s a breakdown of what’s at stake for … Continue Reading
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Frisco ISD Tax Rate Increases and Bond Package to be Considered by Trustees at Aug. 19 Meeting
Frisco ISD homeowners could see an increase in their property tax bills this year if a proposed tax rate hike is approved by voters. The Frisco ISD Board of Trustees is scheduled to discuss a potential voter-approval tax rate election (VATRE) during their meeting on August 19, which would determine whether or not the Frisco … Continue Reading
FISD Official Naming of High School #12
As part of the 2018 bond program, Frisco ISD started construction on high school #12 at the end of last year. At the February regular FISD Board meeting, trustees approved the name Panther Creek High School. Panther Creek High School will be located northeast of Teel Parkway and Dakotah Road and be adjacent to the … Continue Reading
Updated design and naming of FISD Elementary School #43
Elementary school #43 was planned as part of the 2014 bond program, and it will relieve nearby elementary schools in the growing northwest corner of the school district. This area has seen increases in enrollment because of new homes being constructed in neighborhoods such as Somerset Park and Hollyhock. The school will open in the … Continue Reading
Virtual Start for Frisco ISD
With the COVID-19 pandemic still going strong, Frisco ISD has had to make some adjustments to their 2020-2021 school year plan. With safety in mind for both students and staff, Frisco ISD has made the decision to start off this coming school year in a virtual learning environment for all students. Although the school year … Continue Reading
FISD Elementary School #43 Delayed for Redesign
After a Frisco ISD Board Workshop meeting, it was decided to delay Elementary School #43 in order to come up with a fresh redesign. Construction for the new school is now planned to start in the summer of 2021. “Based on the discussion at the January Board workshop, we have slated the opening for 2022,” … Continue Reading
FISD High School #12 First Look
With the growth in the West Frisco area, Frisco ISD has started the designs for High School #12. The architectural firm, Corgan has been working on designs for the new project that will incorporate feedback from students and staff for what they want in a future school. These designs were presented at the Frisco ISD … Continue Reading
Opening for Elementary School #43 Moved Up to 2021
Originally scheduled to open in 2022, Frisco ISD elementary school #43 will now be scheduled to open in the fall of 2021. This school will be built on the land northeast of FM 423 and Rockhill Parkway. It is adjacent to the Somerset Park and Hollyhock subdivisions. The plan to construct this new elementary school … Continue Reading
Proposed Future Frisco ISD Middle School and High School in Hollyhock
One of the great things about living in Frisco ISD is their dedication to keeping the schools on the smaller side so that every kid has the opportunity to participate in any extracurricular activities that wish. The smaller schools also help the students develop a real sense of belonging since they aren’t just a number. … Continue Reading