March 9, 2026 Board Recap | | |
| |  | |  | Board of Trustees Approves Staff Compensation PlanThe Board of Trustees approve the following:
10. A. Consideration and possible action regarding 2026-2027 employee compensation plan Compensation plan approved by 6-0 vote |  | 10. B. Consideration and possible action regarding cancellation of May 2, 2026 election Election cancellation approved by 6-0 vote | |  | | 8. A. The administration will provide a report on current student enrollment |  | | | 8. B. The administration will provide a report on Bond 2023 construction projects |  | | | 8. C. The administration will provide a report and overview on the district's Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) | Students Outperform State and Region Prosper ISD students outperformed both regional and state averages across all STAAR subject areas. In English Language Arts/Reading, 92% of students met the Approaches standard, compared to 76% regionally and statewide, and in Mathematics, 87% met Approaches — both well above peers. |  |  |  |  | Two Campuses Earn State Distinctions Jim Spradley Elementary earned Top 25% Comparative Academic Growth, and Boyer Elementary earned both Top 25% Comparative Academic Growth and Top 25% Comparative closing the gap. |  | Graduates College and Career Ready85.4% of the Class of 2024 graduated as College, Career, and Military Ready — above state average. And approximately 77% were enrolled in college immediately in the Fall of 2025. |  |  | |  | Superintendent Honored with TMEA Distinguished Administrator AwardFine Arts Director John Alstrin recognized Superintendent Dr. Ferguson with the TMEA Distinguished Administrator Award, honoring her outstanding support of music education across Prosper ISD. |  | Pictured: Director of Fine Arts John Alstrin, Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, David Ferguson, and Rock Hill Choir Director Joshua McGuire. | | Prosper ISD Student-Athlete Named Gatorade Player of the YearEarning the Gatorade Player of the Year award is no small feat — it is one of the most elite honors in high school sports, reserved for student-athletes who excel on the field, in the classroom, and in their community. Prosper ISD is proud to celebrate Walnut Grove's own Mason Kutch for earning this distinguished recognition. |  | Pictured: Principal Dustin Toth, Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, Mason Kutch, Soccer Coach Trent Kutch, Athletic Director Jeff Smith, along with family of Mason. | | Richland High School Swimmer Earns Podium Finish at StateChloe Brandon finished 3rd in the 100 Yard Freestyle at the state swim meet, capping a remarkable season that included gold and silver medal performances at both the district and regional levels. A big congratulations to Chloe and her coach, Izzy Soza. |  | Pictured: Athletic Director Jeff Smith, Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, Chloe Brandon, Swim Coach Izzy Soza, Principal Dr. Lute Croy, along with family of Chloe. | | Walnut Grove's Morgan Farlow Claims Two State Runner-Up TitlesMorgan Farlow represented Walnut Grove High School with excellence at the UIL 5A Girls Swimming & Diving State Meet, finishing as state runner-up in both the 200 Freestyle and the 500 Freestyle. Congratulations to Morgan and coach Jordan Stroh on this outstanding achievement! |  | Pictured: Principal Dustin Toth, Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, Morgan Farlow, Swim Coach Jordan Stroh, Athletic Director Jeff Smith, along with family of Morgan. | | Walnut Grove Boys Swimmers Shine with Individual and Relay Medals at StateThe Walnut Grove High School Boys Swim & Dive Team capped one of the most dominant seasons in program history with a 5A State Runner-Up finish. The Wildcats swept District and Regional Championships, won every event at the District meet, claimed all three relays at both meets, and sent 12 athletes to state. At the state meet, the 400 Freestyle Relay (Ranc, Kerkman, Barker, Washburn) took home gold, and the 200 Medley Relay (Ranc, Bezanilla, Barker, Bakian) earned third place. Individual medalists included Washburn (500 Free), Ranc (200 Free), Kerkman (500 Free), and Barker (100 Fly, 200 IM). Congratulations to these outstanding student-athletes and coaches Jordan Stroh and Nolan Gerfers on an exceptional season! |  | Pictured: Principal Dustin Toth, Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, John Paul Reid Duran, Jake Bakian, Max King, Grayden Barker, Dean Bezanilla, Nathaniel Washburn, Carter Ranc, Swim Coach Jordan Stroh, Assistant Swim and Dive Coach Ezra Silva and Athletic Director Jeff Smith. | | Prosper ISD Sets New Record with Eight TMEA 6A All-State HonoreesEight Prosper ISD musicians have earned the highest honor in Texas music — All-State selection. Out of more than 70,000 students who auditioned, only the top 2.6% earned this distinction. Congratulations to these outstanding student musicians! |  | Prosper HSPictured: Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, Katie Lee, Mohit Nagelli, Director of Bands Aaron Renzenbrink, Principal Paige Trujillo, Director of Fine Arts John Alstrin, along with family of Katie and Mohit. | |  | Richland HSPictured: Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, Ashley Jun, Hudson Martinez, Director of Bands Dimitri Icossopentarhos, Director of Fine Arts John Alstrin, Principal Dr. Lute Croy, along with family of Ashley and Hudson. |  | Rock Hill HSPictured: Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, Hariesh Karthik, Leandar Jerald, Sindhu Kaza, Director of Bands Nathaniel Neugent, Director of Fine Arts John Alstrin, Principal Terry Mouton, along with family of Hariesh, Leandar and Jerald. | |  | Walnut Grove HSPictured: Principal Dustin Toth, Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, Ethan Ford, Director of Fine Arts John Alstrin, along with family of Ethan. | | Prosper ISD Vocalists Named TMEA All-State Choir MembersOut of more than 15,000 students who entered the choral audition process statewide, only 3% survived four rigorous rounds of competition to earn All-State honors. Prosper ISD proudly congratulates the exceptional student vocalists who achieved this prestigious recognition this year. |  | Prosper HSPictured: Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, Kaitlyn Rose Nugent, Spencer Frederick, Choir Director Crystal Chamberlain, Director of Fine Arts John Alstrin, Principal Paige Trujillo, along with family of Spencer. | |  | Richland HSPictured: Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, Nyah Martin, Choir Director Clorese Porter, Director of Fine Arts John Alstrin, Principal Dr. Lute Croy, along with family of Nyah. | |  | Rock Hill HSPictured: Principal Terry Mouton, Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, Logan Kroll, Matthew Domingo, Choir Director Joshua McGuire, Director of Fine Arts John Alstrin, along with family of Logan and Matthew. | |  | Walnut Grove HSPictured: Principal Dustin Toth, Superintendent Dr. Holly Ferguson, Odinaka Igwiloh, Choir Director Eric Cooley, Director of Fine Arts John Alstrin, along with family of Odinaka. | |  | |  |  |  |  |  |  | | Items discussed in closed session12. A. Consideration and possible action regarding hiring contract personnel. Motion passed 5-0 vote |  | A consent agenda shall include items of a routine and/or recurring nature grouped together under one action item. For each item listed as part of a consent agenda, the Board shall be furnished with background material.
The Board approved the Consent Agenda as presented (6-0 vote):
9 A. Approve the minutes of prior meeting(s): February 17, 2026 (regular) and February 23, 2026 (special)
9. B. Consideration and possible action regarding approval of Apparel, Awards, Promotional Items, and Uniforms Extended Opening Bid
9. C. Consideration and possible action regarding updates to Board Policy
9. D. Consideration and possible action regarding renewal of the District of Innovation Plan
9. E. Consideration and possible action regarding amendment to the 2026-2027 academic calendar | |  | | There were no speakers for public comment. | | IMPORTANT DATES- March 16-20 - Spring Break/School Holiday
- March 23 - Professional Learning/Student Holiday
- April 3 & 6 - School Holiday
- April 20 - Regular School Board Meeting at 7:00 pm
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| | BEST PUBLIC SCHOOLS IN TEXAS Named by HEB’s Excellence in Education Awards as the Best Large District in the State of Texas, Prosper ISD has an established 67-year history that is grounded in the humble roots of a farming community, now soaring to the fastest growing school district in Texas, due in no small part to the pursuit of excellence in the arts, academics and athletics. Our students and staff are routinely recognized on the local, state, and national levels for outstanding achievements, and our teachers are highly qualified experts who bring out the best in every student.
ABOUT PROSPER ISD Prosper ISD is a school district located north of Dallas in Collin and Denton Counties. The district spans approximately 58 square miles and serves more than 33,000 students in 20 elementary schools, 6 middle schools, 4 high schools, and one early childhood school.
🫶🏼THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY FOR SUPPORTING OUR TEACHERS & STUDENTS In November 2023, an overwhelming majority of voters approved $2.7 billion dollars to continue building excellence in Prosper ISD. Thank you for your continued financial commitment to our district.
And while our facilities are second to none, we know that it is the people who make the difference in Prosper ISD. From our bus drivers to our teachers to our teacher assistants, our staff is here to support students as they pursue their dreams of excellence in academics, fine arts, and athletics.
Email: communications@prosper-isd.net Location: 605 East 7th Street, Prosper, TX, USA Phone: 945-678-0000 |
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