Prosper ISD Board of Trustees Names Bill McLaughlin as Acting Superintendent

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Prosper ISD Board of Trustees Names Bill McLaughlin as Acting Superintendent

The Prosper ISD Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Bill McLaughlin, current Deputy Superintendent, as Acting Superintendent of Schools. Mr. McLaughlin will serve in this capacity while the Board conducts a comprehensive search for a permanent superintendent after the retirement of Dr. Holly Ferguson, who served as Superintendent for 6 of her 23 years in Prosper ISD.

"We are so pleased that Mr. McLaughlin has agreed to serve as Acting Superintendent while we continue our search," said Board President Kelly Cavender. "Dr. Ferguson's legacy includes a talented leadership team across Prosper ISD, and we are grateful that Mr. McLaughlin brings the experience and dedication needed to ensure a seamless transition for our students, staff, and community. We have full confidence in his ability to maintain the excellence our families and staff have come to expect."

Mr. McLaughlin brings 33 years of experience in public education and four years of dedicated service to Prosper ISD. During his time in the district, he has served as Executive Director of Human Resources, Chief of School Leadership and Innovation, and most recently as Deputy Superintendent, where he has played an integral part in the district's daily operations, strategic planning, and fiscal stewardship — including leading critical initiatives related to attendance boundaries, facility planning, and budget management.

Before joining Prosper ISD, Mr. McLaughlin built a distinguished career in education, serving as an executive director, high school principal, middle school principal, assistant principal, teacher, and coach. His leadership has been recognized at the regional level, as he was named Region 10 Principal of the Year.

"I am honored by the trust the Board of Trustees has placed in me," said McLaughlin. "Prosper ISD is a remarkable district with dedicated educators, engaged families, and exceptional students. I look forward to ensuring continuity and stability as we move through this transition together."

The Board of Trustees will share additional details regarding the timeline and process for the permanent superintendent search in the coming weeks. The Board is committed to a thorough, transparent, and community-engaged process to identify the next leader of Prosper ISD.

Prosper ISD currently serves nearly 35,000 students across 31 campuses and remains one of the highest-rated and fastest-growing school districts in Texas.

Prosper Independent School District

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 68-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.

We are incredibly proud to share that Prosper ISD has officially been recognized as a Model Professional Learning Community (PLC) District by Solution Tree's Evidence of Effectiveness Committee. This is one of the most prestigious recognitions in education — and it belongs to every single person who shows up for our students every day.

This distinction is not given lightly. It is earned — through years of intentional collaboration, a relentless focus on learning, and a shared commitment to ensuring that every student in Prosper ISD has the opportunity to succeed at the highest levels.

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 nearly 35,000 students in 20 elementary schools, 7 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.

District Performance

Email: communications@prosper-isd.net

Location: 605 East 7th Street, Prosper, TX, USA

Phone: 945-678-0000