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Welcome Vision & Mission Message from School Board President Innovative Learning Opportunities for Students Social & Emotional Health School Safety Human Resources Facilities Feeder Patterns / Attendance Zones Communications & Community Partnerships Prosper Promise Community Events How do I begin? Technology Resources Connect with Us
Welcome
Welcome to Prosper ISD! As Superintendent of Schools, I am overjoyed that you have chosen our district to begin or continue your child’s educational journey. In Prosper ISD, we are committed to working collaboratively with your family to provide an outstanding educational experience. Our motto is We are Prosper. We are ONE! Prosper ISD is one of the fastest growing school districts in the nation. However, we all work together to provide the best education for all students regardless of the campus they call home. Future teachers, construction workers, architects, doctors, cosmetologists, lawyers, mechanics, astronauts, welders, soldiers, and political leaders will come from the halls of our campuses. What makes Prosper ISD great is that we do not need to look to the future to see this leadership in our students. Every day, we see our students leading in the classroom, in their community, and in extra-curricular and co-curricular activities. In addition to the robust educational, leadership, and extracurricular opportunities for your children, Prosper ISD offers families many opportunities to get involved. We are committed to building community, deepening collaboration, and continuing to communicate as we connect with you. Families are critical to the success of every child. Engage with your campus by joining: • Campus PTO’s • Watch DOGS (Dads of Great Students) • Prosper Education Foundation • Booster clubs at the secondary level • Campus and classroom support and service If you see me out and about, please stop me and say hello! Best wishes for a great school year! Sincerely, Dr. Holly Ferguson Superintendent of Schools 5
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Vision Grounded by Tradition, Soaring to New Beginnings
Mission The mission of Prosper Independent School District is to develop and graduate motivated, academically prepared individuals with the strength of character to make contributions to a rapidly changing society through an educational system that maintains high expectations, provides quality instruction and establishes a safe, orderly learning environment in the community that lives its name.
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Drew Wilborn | President
Debra Smith | Vice President
Kelly Cavender | Secretary
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Garrett Linker | Board Member
Dena Dixon | Board Member
Bill Beavers | Board Member
Jorden Dial | Board Member
Prosper Independent School District
Welcome I’ve been where you are right now. I vividly recall the combined feelings of excitement and anxiousness as my family arrived in Prosper ISD. While confident we were in the right place, being the new family ‘on the block’ came with a sense of uncertainty. It didn’t take long...in fact, less than 48 hours, and another group of families caused us to lose our ‘newest family’ title rank. While I congratulate you on your decision of choosing Prosper ISD to partner with on the public education journey and I extend a hearty welcome to you as you join our growing family and amazing community, I must tell you that in a very short time, you’ll be looking back to extend greetings to the next group of newcomers. Please know that as today’s newest family, we are thrilled that you’re here. As Prosper ISD continues to grow, the School Board and District Administration remain committed to doing everything within our power to make sure that our students receive the highest quality education possible. We are committed to providing opportunities for students that enrich their education while supporting their social and emotional growth. We hope that you will get involved in our community and school district that is steeped in tradition and school spirit. We have many opportunities to get involved from advisory committees and booster clubs to PTOs, informational events, and community activities. Our Prosper Promise is a district initiative designed to provide multiple avenues for our students, staff, parents, and community to partner with the district as we continue to grow. Welcome to Prosper! We look forward to serving your family! On behalf of the Prosper ISD Board of Trustees,
Drew Wilborn
Mr. Drew Wilborn, President
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Dr. Holly Ferguson Superintendent of Schools
Executive Cabinet
Dr. Greg Bradley Deputy Superintendent
Jeff Crownover Chief of Administrative Services & General Counsel
Kyle Penn Chief Financial Officer
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Fernando DeVelasco Chief Technology Officer
Todd Shirley Chief Academic Officer
Dr. Blair Hickey Chief of Specialized Programs
Rachel Trotter Chief Communications Officer
Charis Hunt Chief Human Resources Officer
Theresa Biggs Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction
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Innovative Learning Personal growth happens most when we are uncomfortable and struggle in our endeavors. Prosper ISD is committed to providing an
educational environment that fosters growth in teachers and students alike - through risk-taking, productive struggle, feedback, observation,
Your children are in good hands with Prosper ISD! Teachers, staff and admin are here to serve you and your family, partner with you to resolve concerns and support your children in every way possible! Prosper ISD elementary schools provide a solid foundation, middle schools provide a variety of courses and levels and allow students to begin exploring different areas. High schools offer amazing opportunities for students! Aside from a wide array of courses and levels, students can take advantage of Dual Credit and AP courses so they can get a jump start on college credits! PHS and RHHS offer courses in so many different areas, which allows students to investigate careers they may be interested in, not to mention the multitude of extracurricular activities, clubs and leadership opportunities! Your children will thrive in Prosper ISD as they grow, learn and find their passions!
collaboration and communication.
~ Jill Clark Rock Hill and Rogers Parent
Establishing a growth-mindset culture in Prosper ISD allows for the development of realistic expectations of what it takes to succeed in the world at large - ultimately resulting in increased, authentic, transferable student and teacher learning.
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Graduate Profile Prosper ISD is committed to working collaboratively with our students and parents to help our students achieve their hopes, dreams, and aspirations now and in the future. The Graduate Profile details the Prosper ISD commitment to educating students who exemplify academic readiness, who are wellrounded, who honor and respect others, who serve their community, and who experienced opportunities and challenges during their educational careers.
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Honors Opportunities Honors & Dual Credit
Students are encouraged to take academically challenging courses. Honors and Advanced Placement curriculum focus on increasing depth and complexity and move quickly from foundational knowledge to application of the state standards (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills) and in the case of Advanced Placement, national standards set by the College Board.
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Dual Credit Hours
Texas General Education Core Curriculum
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Dual Credit Hours
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Honors Courses Offered
Students in Prosper ISD have a wealth of options to choose from when it comes to Dual Credit. Prosper ISD partners with Collin College to offer courses that fall within the Texas General Education Core Curriculum, as well as courses specific to Career and Technical Education Programs.
Career and Technical Education Programs
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Advanced Opportunities Advanced Placement
Students may earn college credit by taking Advanced Placement (AP) courses and subsequently
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taking and passing AP exams. Please see the campus course guide (www.prosper-isd.net/ courseguides2022-2023) for a listing of AP courses that are offered.
AP Courses Offered
Only 250 school districts in the U.S. and Canada and only 17 school districts in the State of Texas were named to the College Board AP District Honor Roll. Prosper ISD is
1 of 2 Collin County
School Districts acknowledged. Prosper ISD students received the following honors
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during the 2021-2022 school year: AP Scholars:
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AP Scholars w/Distinction: 126 AP Scholars w/Honor: 81
National Merit Commended Scholars: 24 National Merit Semi-Finalists: 6
CTE
Opportunities
Career and Technical Education Middle School
Prosper ISD middle schools offer many CTE opportunities in the following areas: Career Development; Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM); Business, Marketing and Finance; and Arts, AV Technology and Communications.
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CTE Courses Offered
High School
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CTE Courses Offered
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Programs of Study: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources; Architecture and Construction; Arts, AV Technology and Communications; Business, Marketing and Finance; Health Science; Hospitality and Tourism (Culinary); Human Services; Law and Public Services; Manufacturing; STEM; Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics (Auto Tech). Industry Based Certifications: Visit prosper-isd.net/cte for a list of available industry-based certifications.
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Fine Arts Opportunities Fine Arts
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Secondary
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of secondary students participate in fine arts
of elementary students participate in music & art
Fine Arts Programs
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Different programs are available at the secondary level 16
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K - 5: Music and art for every student
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K - 5: Suzuki Strings (limited participation)
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6 - 12 Fine Art Options: Art, Band, Cheer, Choir, Dance, Orchestra, and Theatre
Technology Opportunities Technology
31,326 Chromebooks in the District
1,115
Interactive Boards in the District
3,125 1,012 Laptops in the District
Desktops in the District
742 3,637 Macs in the District
iPads in the District
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Academics Opportunities UIL Academics
Academic Team Options
The University Interscholastic League (UIL) exists to provide educational extracurricular academic, athletic, and music contests. The UIL was created by The University of Texas at Austin in 1910 and has grown into the largest inter-school organization of its kind in the world.
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UIL Elementary Events
Elementary (participation opportunity varies by grade): Chess Puzzle; Creative Writing; Maps, Graphs & Charts; Number Sense; Oral Reading; Ready Writing; Social Studies; Spelling; Storytelling
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Middle School: Chess Puzzle; Calculator Applications; Editorial Writing; Impromptu Speaking; Maps, Graphs & Charts; Mathematics; Modern Oratory; Number Sense; One-Act Play; Oral Reading; Ready Writing; Science; Social Studies; Spelling
UIL Middle School Events
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UIL High School Events
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UIL member schools are divided into six conferences according to enrollment. Conferences, in order of enrollment, are 6A, 5A, 4A, 3A, 2A and 1A. Both Prosper High Schools are currently classified as 6A.
High School: Accounting, Calculator Applications, Computer Applications, Computer Science, Copy Editing, Current Issues & Events, Editorial Writing, Feature Writing, Headline Writing, Informative Speaking, LD Debate, Literary Criticism, Mathematics, News Writing, Number Sense, Persuasive Speaking, Poetry Interpretation, Prose Interpretation, Ready Writing, Science, Social Studies, Spelling & Vocabulary, Barbara Jordan Historical Essay, Latino History Essay, Congress, CX Debate, One-Act Play, Young Filmmakers Festival, Theatrical Design, and Robotics
Programs Opportunities Special Programs
GT
The Prosper ISD Gifted and Talented Program is designed to challenge high-ability learners at the elementary, middle, and high school level in order to develop critical and creative thinkers who positively contribute to their community. In order to best serve these students, all Prosper ISD teachers have gifted training and are required to earn additional hours of gifted training each year.
ESL
The English as a Second Language Program provides support for students who have a primary language other than English in grades PK-12. ESL specialists support our students in acquiring English fluency in listening, speaking, reading and writing. ESL Specialists also serve as a cultural bridge for students new to the United States, linking a student’s native culture with their new culture.
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Dual Language Program
Prosper ISD also offers a Dual Language Program starting in Kindergarten at Rucker Elementary. Families interested in the Dual Language program can get more information by selecting the Departments tab on the district website and then selecting Dual Language.
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Special Ed Opportunities Special Education Resources
Family
The Prosper ISD Family Resource Center is available to all families of children with special needs to feel supported and connected. The mission of the Resource Center is to provide families with support, resources, training, and connections between school, home, and the Prosper ISD community.
Resource Center PROSPER-ISD.NET/PROSPERFAMILYRESOURCES
Prepare to Prosper (P2P) transition services are designed to facilitate a seamless transition from high school to adult life based on a student’s postsecondary goals. The program is designed for students ages 18-21 who have already met their credit requirements for graduation to gain additional training and support in order to prepare to meet their goals. The program places emphasis on connecting students with the routines and schedules that they will access in adulthood.
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P2P
Prepare to Prosper
Clubs
Opportunities Clubs & Organizations
Clubs and organizations vary year to year based upon interest and participation. Administration at each campus can provide you with a complete list of the clubs and organizations available at the campus. These include social clubs, honor societies, service organizations, intramural sports, and activities.
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Athletics Opportunities Athletics
TEAMS
Athletic Options High School Sports Athletic-Training, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Powerlifting, Soccer, Softball, Swimming & Diving, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Water Polo, Wrestling Middle School Sports Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Wrestling Prosper ISD College Recruiter Prosper ISD has a designated staff member who helps students pursue athletics at the collegiate level.
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For Athletic Schedules PROSPER-ISD.NET/RANKONESPORT
For Tickets to Athletic Events: PROSPER-ISD.NET/ATHLETICTICKETS
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Social and Emotional Health Human connection is a key component to positive emotional health and personal growth. Prosper ISD is committed to the belief that a sense of belonging to a greater community improves an individual’s motivation, health, and happiness. The district is committed to ensuring positive social emotional health for the whole child, believing that social emotional learning is a valuable investment in our students’ futures. Ultimately, this will help to meet the goal that all Prosper ISD students graduate as contributing members of society in whatever capacity they choose.
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Health
Social & Emotional TeleHealth
Prosper ISD partners with Children’s Health to provide schoolbased telehealth for students. The program provides students who become ill at school with convenient, on-site access to Children’s Health providers. With a completed consent form and parent permission and at the recommendation of the school nurse, video technology is used to connect the student with a doctor or pediatric nurse practitioner at Children’s Health. In most cases, the student can be diagnosed and have prescriptions sent to a pharmacy, all without having to leave school for a doctor’s appointment or the parent having to leave work. Prompt examination and treatment by a provider reduces absenteeism and helps keep children in school - healthy, and ready to learn.
TeleBehavioral Health
Prosper ISD also partners with Children’s Health for schoolbased Telebehavioral Health Services. Students can receive telebehavioral counseling during the school day from a Children’s Health provider at no cost to families.
Hope Squad
H PE S Q U A D ®
Hope Squad is a peer-to-peer Suicide Prevention Program approved through Texas Education Agency. During the 20192020 school year, Prosper ISD implemented Hope Squads on all of our secondary campuses. In 2020-2021, we implemented Junior Hope Squads on all of our elementary campuses.
Parent Seminars
Prosper ISD hosts four parent education opportunities each year focused on health and wellness. This year, each campus will host at least two “Coffee with the Counselor” events to discuss campus-specific needs.
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Safety School
tip411
No Bully Zone
tip411 is a tool used to enhance student safety. The internet-based communication system gives students or any concerned citizen a means to quickly and anonymously report threats, potential self-harm, concerns, suspicious or criminal behavior both at school and after school hours. When you submit a tip, it is sent to a third-party tip service acting as a privacy buffer between you and the Prosper ISD Police Department to preserve your identity and contact information. If you have a tip for the Prosper ISD Police Department please go to prosper-isd.net/tip411 for options to submit a tip.
Prosper ISD prohibits bullying on school property, at school-sponsored or school-related activities, or in any vehicle operated by the district. Bullying may be verbal or written expression or expression through electronic means or physical conduct. Bullying is not tolerated by the district and any student or parent of a student who believes that the student or another student has experienced bullying or that a student has engaged in bullying is encouraged to immediately report the incident (prosper-isd.net/nobullyzone). Retaliation against anyone involved in the complaint process is a violation of district policy and is prohibited. Students or parents may also report an alleged incident of bullying, orally or in writing, to a teacher, counselor, principal or other district employee.
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Safety School
Prosper ISD Police
The Prosper ISD Police Department is a fullservice, independent, Texas Police agency. They are dispatched by the Town of Prosper Police Department and work cooperatively with them to ensure a safe school environment. Prosper ISD police officers also have jurisdiction in all areas of Prosper Independent School District and work cooperatively with Prosper PD, Frisco PD, Collin County Sheriff’s Office, Denton County Sheriff’s Office, McKinney PD, and Celina PD. BY THE NUMBERS • Prosper ISD is the ONLY North Texas school to have a T-COLE certified police officer at EVERY campus. ALL PISD officers are T-COLE certified in active shooter training. • 25 TCOLE-Certified Officers • 420 total years of service • 16.8 average years of service • 93,787 total training hours • 3,752 average training hours per officer • 14 Master - 10 Advanced - 1 Intermediate Certified Peace Officers
500 Positive Interactions The Prosper ISD Police Department commits to working to ensure that all Prosper ISD students have 500 positive interactions with police officers before they graduate. A key component of the role of the Prosper ISD Police Department is building relationships with students.
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Human Resources The quality of instruction provided in a classroom or on a campus is directly correlated to the quality of educational professionals providing the collaborative service. To this end, Prosper ISD is committed to recruiting and hiring the best educators available.
What do I like most about Prosper ISD? The teachers! They are hands down the BEST! The teachers in Prosper ISD are exceptional and work hard to reach each and every individual student. I have never in my life experienced teachers that genuinely care about and go above and beyond for the students that they serve. They are dedicated, hard-working, compassionate and approachable. With each year that passes, I have the joy of watching my kids build relationships with their teachers in addition to learning academically. So thankful to be part of a district where teachers care so deeply and put students first! ~ Laura Caufield, Prosper High & Reynolds Parent
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Educator Profile
The collective stakeholders and communities that are served by Prosper ISD strive for the Prosper ISD Educator to be a model for the students of the district in their academic abilities and drive, in their constant pursuit of challenges and learning opportunities, in their well-rounded experiences, in their fair and respectful treatment of others, and in their contributions towards the community through their involvement.
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Leadership Profile
The Prosper ISD Leadership Profile designates the attributes necessary to ensure leaders have the greatest impact on the school community. The profile provides clarity and direction to both current and aspiring leaders at all levels of the organization. The qualities of a Leader include: • a shared vision • cultivates leadership • confident & relatable • exemplifies self-awareness • professional communication • receptive to constructive criticism • builds relationships • lifelong learning
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Finding Future Leaders As one of the fastest growing districts in the nation, the hiring of quality personnel to fill the many teaching, administrative, and support positions in the district can be quite an endeavor. Prosper ISD has made a commitment to actively recruit the best and most qualified educators. The Prosper ISD application process is quite comprehensive. In addition to a normal written (digital) application that asks for candidates’ education, experience, and references, the district asks them to comment on how the Educator Profile aligns with their own educational philosophy. The district employs a candidate assessment
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that was developed to help learn more about a candidates’ attitudinal, cognitive, and pedagogy knowledge and skills as well as utilizing a digital interviewing program that allows campus and district administrators to virtually “meet” all candidates and hear their thoughts on questions specifically designed for each position. Using all of these tools, administrators are best able to determine which candidates they should invite in for an interview (virtual or in-person). As always, HR also ensures that all candidates who are recommended for hire have all of the proper certifications and requirements to serve as educators in Prosper ISD.
Facilities During times of rapid growth, one of the first areas to be impacted is the physical facilities. Whether considering a school is over capacity or lacks program facilities to meet the growing needs of student involvement, facilities are a focal point that must be assessed. Prosper ISD is committed to providing high quality learning facilities for our students and staff while also developing a solid plan for creating equity and efficiency in regards to programs and facility use in a time of rapid growth.
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Current & Future Campuses
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Type of Campus
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MIDDLE
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Average Campus Capacity
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2022 Current District Campuses
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Prosper ISD encompasses
57.75 sq. miles
Prosper ISD encompasses 57.75 square miles and is made up of 6 different municipalities: Town of Prosper, City of McKinney, City of Frisco, City of Celina, Collin County, and Denton County. As we continue to grow so will the need for additional schools. At build-out, Prosper ISD will have approximately 45,00050,000 students and will be served by 22-27 elementary schools, 10-12 middle schools, and 5-6 high schools.
Rate of Growth 14.96%
Number of Students
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Prosper ISD gained 2,947 students from the end of the 20202021 School Year to the end of the 20212022 School Year for a growth rate of 14.96%.
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Feeder Patterns 2022-2023
Baker > Hays MS> RHHS Boyer > Reynolds > PHS Bryant > Rushing MS > PHS Cockrell > Rogers MS > PHS & RHHS Folsom > Rogers MS > RHHS Furr > Hays MS > RHHS Hall > Rushing MS > PHS Hughes > Hays MS > RHHS Johnson > Reynolds & Rogers MS > PHS Light Farms > Reynolds MS > PHS Reeves > Hays & Rogers MS > RHHS Rucker > Reynolds & Rogers MS > PHS & RHHS Spradley > Hays MS > RHHS Stuber > Rushing MS > PHS Windsong > Rushing MS > PHS * Please note that as new campuses open, feeder patterns are subject to change
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Zoning
Attendance Zones
Maps & Construction Updates OPENING 2023 • Early Childhood Center East side of the district on Luckenbach Drive in McKinney • Elementary #16 - Liliana Elementary East side of the district in Liliana • Elementary #17 - Dan Christie Elementary West side of the district in Sutton Fields
Upcoming Schools
OPENING 2024 • Walnut Grove HS | HS #3 1st street on East side of district • Daniel Jones Middle School | MS #5 South side of the district next to Rock Hill HS • Elementary #18 South side of the district FUTURE • High School #4 West side of the district
Prosper ISD is proud to offer interactive zoning maps. By visiting prosper-isd.net/ attendancezone, parents can download maps for elementary, middle, and high school zones. Parents can also click on a campus area to see the streets assigned with that campus.
Zoning Maps
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o d w o h t e g I ? d e v ol inv Communications & Community Partnerships Communication is key to creating understanding both inside the school and outside in the community. When stakeholders know what is going on in the district and on the campuses, they can better partner with the district to support students and staff. Prosper ISD is committed to transparent communication that provides opportunities for businesses, parents, and community members to become active participants in the school environment.
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Promise
Prosper Promise The remarkable success of Prosper ISD is closely tied to the unwavering, long standing partnership we have between our students, parents, staff, and community. Our desire to maximize the benefit of valued stakeholder input has led us to establish several committees on which interested individuals may apply to serve. Additionally, we are excited to offer numerous connection opportunities throughout the year. These informative events and activities will provide individuals the opportunity to engage with other parents and learn more about the district. For more information about the Prosper Promise and ways to get involved, go to
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Advisory Committees
Superintendent Advisory
Prosper Parent Ambassadors
The Superintendent Advisory Council will discuss various school related topics that impact the outcomes of the Prosper ISD Strategic Plan. The council will be represented by parents, staff, and community members.
This group consists of individuals from across the district that will connect with the communities in which their child(ren) attends school. They will act as positive advocates for the school community by hosting campus tours at each of the campuses.
Parent Education Committee This committee will provide resources, support, and workshops for parents based on topics of interest.
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Superintendent’s Student Advisory The Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council is composed of Prosper ISD students. The council will provide the Superintendent with insight on school-related topics from a student perspective.
Legislative Advocacy Committee The mission of this committee is to support Prosper ISD’s students, families, educators, board members, elected officials, and community members through local, state, and federal legislative research, feedback, and advocacy.
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Prosper University Prosper University will be led by the Executive Leadership Team and will provide insight to the inner workings of Prosper ISD and the role of the School Board.
District Improvement Committee This committee will establish and review the Prosper ISD educational goals, objectives, and progress made within the District Improvement Plan to ensure alignment with the vision, mission, and strategic plan of the district.
School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) SHAC assists the district in ensuring that local community values are reflected in health education instruction.
Gifted Minds Prosper Gifted Minds Prosper is an organization of parents and professionals who are focused on supporting and creating expanded opportunities for the education of gifted and talented students of all ages in Prosper ISD.
Informational Community Events All Things Technology at Prosper ISD
The Technology Department at Prosper ISD invites parents and guardians to attend and learn about what technology is being used within Prosper ISD.
Campus Tours
Prosper Parent Ambassadors will host campus tours for parents, grandparents, and community members who would like to connect with our school communities and learn more about the positive things occurring in our district.
Understanding STAAR and its Data
Program Evaluation will present an overview of the STAAR test and how to understand test results.
Learn How to be a Teacher or Coach
This informational session will help anyone in our community learn how to become a teacher or coach. Meet representatives from Human Resources, Athletics, Career and Technology Education (CTE), and a representative from iTeachTexas - one of the most highly respected alternative certification programs in Texas. They will provide a roadmap for education certification and answer questions.
Silver Stars Campus Tours
This is a one-day event for our Prosper ISD citizens over 55 to have the opportunity to tour several of our campuses. Part of the tours will include student performances and informational presentations.
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Informational Community Events The Special Ed Network: A Place to Connect and Engage
Come connect with our Special Education department and District leaders, meet other parents, have your questions answered, and learn about current events related to Prosper ISD Special Education. We are stronger together!
Prosper Special Ed Parent Enrichment Program
We are here for you! Join us for any or all of our Family Resource Center Events designed specifically for you. All workshops will have a virtual option and will be recorded. Recordings will be available at:
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Design for Life: Learning that Transcends the Classroom
Do your students talk about learning experiences and you think...”that’s not the way we did it when I was in school.” We invite you to meet with the Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction to explore Prosper ISD’s curriculum framework. This informational session is not about any specific content, but about how student-centered content delivery develops the competencies required to be successful in life.
Realtor Connect
This district event is for local realtors to learn about Prosper ISD schools, programs, attendance zones, and much more to assist in selling properties within Prosper ISD.
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#WeAreProsper Community & Culture Safety Bash The Safety Bash is hosted by the Prosper ISD Police Department in coordination with other local First Responders, Health Services, and Child Nutrition. This annual event provides students and families with an opportunity to meet the Police Department as well as local First Responders. The event also features bicycle safety, tips for making healthy snacks, on-site Q & A from Health Services, and the opportunity to enroll your child in the Child Identification Program.
Senior Citizen Luncheon Prosper’s annual Senior Citizen Holiday Luncheon is a special day in the Prosper community. Traditionally, the high school culinary department cooks and serves, fine arts entertains, floral design decorates, and National Honor Society students help to greet and seat the guests. This event has gathered more than 100 guests in recent years.
Culture Fairs Prosper ISD proudly celebrates our cultural diversity by hosting culture fairs at various elementary schools throughout the district. These events highlight the different cultures represented in our growing community.
Graduation Prosper ISD graduation is a celebration of the compilation of 12 years of success. The Prosper ISD graduation page includes updates and information about this celebratory event.
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#WeAreProsper Community & Culture Meet the Eagles and Meet the Blue Hawks
Meet the Eagles and Meet the Blue Hawks are annual events in August that provides students, parents, and community members with an introduction to the fall teams including athletic teams, band, cheer, and dance. The events, held at Children’s Health Stadium, feature activities, information, and lots of school spirit. Early in the Spring semester both high school campuses host another Meet the Eagles and Meet the Blue Hawks to recognize Winter and Spring sports.
College, Technical, and Military Fair Prosper ISD hosts a college, technical, and military fair each Fall, which allows students to visit with representatives from approximately 200 colleges and universities as well as representatives from a variety of trade schools and military branches.
PHS and Rock Hill HS Homecomings Homecomings are community events held every year to celebrate those who have graduated as they return home to visit friends and family. Homecomings are celebrated with a community parade, pep rally, football game, and a dance for current high school students. A key part of Homecoming in Texas includes Homecoming Mums and Garters. Homecoming mums have been a tradition in Texas since the 1950’s when girls would often receive a flower with a few ribbons attached from her date to commemorate Homecoming. Mums and garters are usually given/received during the week of Homecoming and worn for the Homecoming festivities including the parade, pep rally, and the Homecoming game. Solid white mums and ribbons are traditionally “reserved” for Seniors.
Hope Walk Hope Walk is a community event organized by the campus Hope Squads to spread mental health awareness.
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o d w o ? h n i g e b I Getting Started
To enroll in a Prosper ISD school, a student must live within the boundaries of Prosper ISD and meet state age and health requirements. A child must be five years of age on or before September 1 to enter kindergarten and six years old on or before September 1 to enter first grade. Visit Prosper ISD Attendance Zone Information online (prosper-isd.net/attendancezone) to determine which campus your child would attend. Parents/Guardians that are new to Prosper ISD will need to create an enrollment account (prosper-isd.net/SkywardEnroll). Additional resources (new student enrollment parent tutorial and Skyward video) to help with this process can be found at prosper-isd.net/ studentenrollment. To expedite your student’s enrollment, please upload all of the required documents listed below within the New Student Online Enrollment application. After submitting the online application, the campus registrar will contact you to finalize your student’s enrollment in Prosper ISD. Please note that completing the online application does not complete the enrollment process. REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION • • •
Proof of Residency Student’s Birth Certificate or Passport Student’s Last Report Card or Student’s High School Transcript
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Withdrawal Papers from Previous School Current Immunization Record Parent Driver’s License or Passport (not expired)
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Elementary Campuses 7:42 AM - 2:52 PM Middle School Campuses 8:15 AM - 3:30 PM High School Campuses 8:45 AM - 4:10 PM
Early Release Times (12/16 and 5/24)
School Times Elementary Campuses 7:42 AM - 11:42 AM Middle School Campuses 8:15 AM - 12:15 PM High School Campuses 8:45 AM - 12:45 PM
School Structure • Prosper ISD is a PreK-12 school district. • All elementary schools serve grades Kindergarten-5. • All middle schools serve grades 6-8. • All high schools serve grades 9-12. • Prosper ISD also offers PreK for qualified students (visit prosper-isd.net/prek for a list of qualifications) at several elementary schools.
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Handbooks Information on dress code, student handbooks, student code of conduct and student acceptable use policy can be found on the Prosper ISD website at prosper-isd.net/Handbooks.
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After School Program All elementary schools offer afterschool care through AlphaBEST. Parents interested in registering their children for the AlphaBEST afterschool program can access the enrollment forms and information through the AlphaBEST website (http://alphabest.org/) or contact them directly by calling (972) 668-0640 or emailing khitz@ alphabest.org for more information.
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School Meals My School Bucks is the app used by the district to load lunch accounts and pay for many products and services in the district. To add money to school accounts, set up an account and log in to My School Bucks. You will need your child’s campus and student ID number, which is found in Skyward. School Meal Prices • Elementary Breakfast (K-5): $1.25 • Secondary Breakfast (6-12): $1.40 • Adult Breakfast: $2.00 • Elementary Lunch (K-5): $2.80 [Meals include up to 5 items: 1 entree, up to 3 sides and a milk] • Secondary Lunch (6-12): $3.00 • Adult Lunch: $3.50 Reduced price: $.30 for breakfast*, $.40 for lunch* (*reduced pricing requires approval for the Free and Reduced Program) Special Note: Money added to My School Bucks accounts online may NOT be available until the following business day.
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School Supplies School supply lists for each campus can be found at prosper-isd.net/ schoolsupplylists. Each Spring, elementary and middle schools offer parents the opportunity to purchase school supply packs.
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Calendars The district and each campus maintains their own calendar on their website. To view the district and campus calendars along with the Academic Calendar, please go to at prosper-isd.net/calendars. Download Calendar Events Directions on how to download the calendar events to your personal calendar can be found at prosper-isd.net > about us > calendars > Download Calendar Events. Customize Calendar View Directions on how to customize your calendar view to enable you to view all of the campus/district calendars in one calendar can be found at prosper-isd.net > about us > calendars > Customize Calendar View.
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Attendance The website includes a link on the main page (as an icon) and on all campus pages to submit absences, check out students, and turn in doctor notes. This page also includes detailed information regarding absences and the compulsory attendance law in Texas.
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Arrival/Dismissal Maps To ensure the safety of our students and parents, each campus has posted arrival/dismissal maps to optimize the flow of traffic. These are directions for where to enter and exit the campus for drop off and pick up. Please check your campus page under the Parents tab to see how to properly navigate traffic expectations during these times.
Transportation For information regarding transportation, visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), bus rider handbook, and electronic device sections of our website at prosper-isd.net/Transportation.
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Athletics Prosper ISD is proud of the multiple athletic opportunities provided to our students at the middle school and high school levels. In addition, the district also offers a designated staff member who serves as a recruiter assisting students wishing to pursue athletics in college.
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Immunizations The state of Texas has strict requirements for Texas school districts on the acceptable evidence necessary for student vaccinations prior to entry and admission to school. The law requires that a student has evidence of proper vaccinations or a current state-approved and notarized exemption certificate on file before the student may begin school.
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Prosper Education Foundation The Prosper Education Foundation seeks to profoundly impact the success of each student by supporting and encouraging educational excellence, innovation and achievement in Prosper ISD. By raising funds and putting them to work within Prosper ISD, PEF builds futures for students through college scholarships and equips hardworking educators through grants, recognition and awards, and supports district-wide student opportunities and staff professional development initiatives.
PROSPEREDUCATIONFOUNDATION.ORG
Volunteering Prosper ISD is thankful for our many volunteers. To ensure the safety and security of our students and staff, Prosper ISD requires a background check for each volunteer every school year. This background check will suffice for all volunteer activities at all Prosper ISD campuses. If you have children on multiple campuses, you only need to submit one background check. A background check is not required when visiting a campus to eat lunch with your child; however, you will need to bring your driver’s license with you.
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Kroger Rewards Through Kroger Rewards, shoppers in Texas and Louisiana can designate a Prosper ISD PTO on their Kroger Plus Shopper’s Card account and a percentage of their purchases will be sent in a quarterly check to their chosen organization. This program is free to join and has already generated thousands of dollars for Prosper schools. We look forward to watching it grow! To access your Kroger Plus Shopper’s Card account, go to:
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Parent/Teacher Organizations Campus PTO’s are a great way to get involved at your student’s school. Each school’s PTO website allows parents to join PTO, sign up for volunteer opportunities, purchase spirit wear, make party money donations, and contribute to fundraisers. Be sure to visit the PTO Membership Toolkit for your campus, which is linked under the Parents tab on your campus website.
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Technology Resources My School Bucks
My School Bucks is the app used by the district to load lunch accounts and pay for many products and services in the district. A link for My School Bucks can be found on the Child Nutrition page under the Departments tab or by clicking the Icon on the main page for Child Nutrition/Menus.
MYSCHOOLBUCKS.COM
Google Suite 101 Prosper ISD is a Google school district where the Google Suite is used for many assignments. Students use their network login and password to access their Google account.
Menus & Cafeteria Offerings Prosper ISD menus are posted online through Nutrislice and can be found on the District website by going to Child Nutrition page under the Departments tab or by going to prosper-isd.net/menu.
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SeeSaw K-5 SeeSaw is an app that is used in some K-5 classrooms to help connect home and school. Teachers and campus administrators can provide support to students and parents in learning to navigate the platform.
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Prosper ISD Apps The Prosper ISD app provides a mobile option for attaining much of the important information parents need to navigate Prosper ISD.
PROSPER-ISD.NET/APPS The PHS and RHHS Athletic apps are now available. These apps have event schedules, scores, stats, promotions, and gameday information.
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Skyward Skyward is the app used by the district for attendance and grades. To login click on the icon on the homepage for Skyward. Through Skyward, you can also retrieve your student’s login and password, select courses at the secondary level in the spring, and see important announcements and information related to your child.
Student Password Retrieval To retrieve student login and passwords, please log in to the Skyward Parent Portal from a web browser (it will not work on the Skyward app). From there: • Click the Online Forms tab on the left. • Click on the ‘Fill Out Form’ link for your child. • Retrieve the name, login, and password for your child(ren). •
Please provide the password to your child(ren).
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Prosper ISD Website The Prosper ISD website has a wealth of information for our parents including a link to each campus. You will also find links to the Welcome to Prosper ISD website, the Prosper ISD Graduation website, and the Prosper Promise website.
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Welcome to Prosper ISD The Welcome to Prosper ISD website includes important information that many families are looking for when they are new to the district. For questions that the site doesn’t answer, email communications@ prosper-isd.net. The site can be found by selecting the “New to Prosper ISD” link in the main navigation at the top of the Prosper ISD homepage or by selecting “Our Schools” > “Welcome to Prosper ISD” at the top of the Prosper ISD website.
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Community Resources Page The Community Resources and Community News page is updated regularly with announcements, events, job opportunities, and information on how to get assistance in times of need. Go to prosper-isd.net/communityresources for a list of resources available to our families.
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Connect With Us WEBSITE www.prosper-isd.net
SOCIAL MEDIA twitter.com/prosperisd facebook.com/prosperisd instagram.com/prosper_isd
PROSPER ISD EXPRESS prosper-isd.net/express
TIP411 prosper-isd.net/tip411
PROSPER ISD HIGHLIGHTS prosper-isd.net/highlights
A FEW MINUTES WITH DR. FERGUSON prosper-isd.net/AFewMinutes
FAQ prosper-isd.net/faq
PROSPER ISD APP available for both iOS and Android platforms
Prosper ISD Administration 605 East 7th Street, Prosper, TX 75078
Phone: 469-219-2000 Fax: 972-346-9247 Email: communications@prosper-isd.net
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Tradition Our culture, our traditions.... these are the foundations upon which Prosper ISD has built its identity. An identity of excellence, of strength,of always putting our students first.
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Grounded by Tradition,
Soaring to New Beginnings.
