October 19, 2026 Board Recap | | |
| |  | | | Dr. Drew and Kristen Watkins Middle School to Open Fall 2027 As we look to open a new middle school on the district's northwest side in Fall 2027, we are beginning our attendance boundary process. Here is what to expect: | ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY PROCESS - October 19, 2026 — An informational presentation on proposed attendance boundary changes was made to the Board.
- October 20, 2026 — Families potentially affected by new attendance boundaries are notified. An electronic feedback form is provided for thoughts and suggestions.
- October 20-27, 2026 – District leaders and Board members review all submitted feedback. Each comment is read and evaluated.
- October 28, 2026 – In-person meeting for additional information. Families can provide feedback directly to district leaders and the Board of Trustees.
- October 29-November 13, 2026 – District leaders continue evaluating the 2027-2028 attendance boundaries.
- November 16, 2026 – Final recommendation for 2027-2028 attendance boundaries presented to the Board for approval.
- November 17, 2026 – Approved attendance boundaries communicated districtwide
| | |  | | |  | |  | Prosper ISD Celebrates 27 National Merit Finalists The board recognized Prosper ISD’s National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalists. These students are among the top 1% of high school seniors nationwide who take the PSAT. As semifinalists, they now have the opportunity to compete for 6,700 National Merit Scholarships, worth nearly $24 million, which will be awarded next spring. | | |  | Pictured: Acting Superintendent Bill McLaughlin, Shreyansh Rath, Sahasra Dittakavi, Sruthi Kotamraju, Shriya Nellore, Harsh Vardhan Singh, Eeshan Parvataneni, Shriya Katta, Anubhav Mohapatra, Arihaan Saxena, Sanjay Jillellamudi, Principal Paige Trujillo. | | | Richland High School |  | Pictured: Acting Superintendent Bill McLaughlin, Siraj Barakat, Principal Dr. Lute Croy. | | | Rock Hill High School |  | Pictured: Acting Superintendent Bill McLaughlin, Nidhi Maddi, Pranav Krishna, Nitin Sirigiri, Principal Terry Mouton. | | | Walnut Grove High School |  | Pictured: Acting Superintendent Bill McLaughlin, Jeongmin Lee, Avyay Kodali, Principal Dustin Toth. | | Richland Wind Ensemble Named State Honor Band Runner-Up The board recognized the Richland High School Wind Ensemble, the AAAA State Honor Band Runner-Up in the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Honor Band Competition. This honor is the most prestigious concert ensemble recognition for Texas school band programs, and the Wind Ensemble earned it in its first year of competing. Richland Band Director Dimitrios Icossipentarhos was joined by student representatives and by the band directors from Moseley Middle School, who were also recognized for preparing students to perform at this level in high school.
The band’s 25-26 school year highlights include Superior Ratings at the UIL Region 24 Marching Contest, a finalist placement at the UIL Area B Marching Contest, two TMEA All-State musicians, and UIL Concert and Sight-Reading Sweepstakes honors with Superior Ratings for both concert bands. |  | Pictured: Acting Superintendent Bill McLaughlin, Garrett Jones, Director of Fine Arts John Alstrin, Landon Crowell, Richland Assistant Band Director Jacob Gall, Ava Ruhter, Richland Band Director Dimitri Icossipentarhos, Navyaa Prabu, Moseley Band Director Gary Williams, Ashley Jun, Assistant Band Director Ellen Chmura, Moseley Assistant Band Director Joey Prescott, Nanami Matsuike, Moseley Assistant Band Director Sara Elliott, Richland Principal Dr. Lute Croy. | | Two Prosper ISD Principals Selected for Prestigious Thompson Principal Academy The board recognized Dr. Kari Roan, principal of Moseley Middle School, and Deidra Wilson, principal of Christie Elementary, for their selection to the Thompson Principal Academy. For 29 years, this nationally recognized program has provided advanced leadership development to campus principals, helping successful leaders reach even higher levels of proficiency. Admission is competitive, with a class of approximately 25 participants, and Prosper ISD is honored to have two principals chosen to take part. |  | Pictured: Christie Principal Deidra Wilson, Acting Superintendent Bill McLaughlin. | | Three Prosper ISD Principals Selected for N2 Learning Principals’ Institute The board recognized three Prosper ISD principals selected to join N2 Learning’s Principals’ Institute: Dr. Natalie Miller of Lilyana Elementary, Stephanie Romero of Hall Elementary, and Dustin Toth of Walnut Grove High School. This year-long professional development program for Texas campus principals focuses on educational transformation and public school leadership, and each year only 40-50 principals are chosen to participate. Prosper ISD is proud to have three leaders in this elite cohort, joining a growing network of innovative principals as they continue to grow in their work for our students. |  | Pictured: Walnut Grove Principal Dustin Toth, Lilyana Principal Dr. Natalie Miller, Hall Principal Stephanie Romero, Acting Superintendent Bill McLaughlin. | |  | 9. A.The administration will provide a report on current student enrollment |  | | 9. B.The administration will provide a report on Bond 2023 construction projects |  | |  |  |  |  | |  | Prosper ISD Earns Superior Rating in State Financial Accountability System Prosper ISD held its required public hearing on the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST), which rates how well school districts manage their financial resources. The 2025-2026 rating is based on the district’s 2024-2025 financials, and Prosper ISD earned an A, Superior Achievement, with a score of 94. The district also passed all four critical indicators, which are pass/fail measures that include submitting the annual financial report on time, receiving an unmodified audit opinion, meeting debt payment terms, and making timely payments to agencies like the Teachers Retirement System and the IRS. |  | The rating system is designed to give the public a clear view of how districts manage their finances. As part of the hearing, the board also shared required disclosures. The district reported no consulting fees paid to the superintendent, no gifts valued at $250 or more, and no business transactions between board members and the district. | |  | 11. A.Consideration and possible action of the 2026 Certified Tax Roll
Motion Passed 7-0 11. B.Consideration and possible action regarding hiring contract personnel Motion Passed 7-0 | |  | 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 (7-0 vote)
10. A. Approve the minutes of the prior meeting(s): September 23, 2026 (Regular), September 28, 2026, (Special) September 30, 2026 (Special)
10. B. Consideration and possible action regarding approval of Library Material Procurement List as recommended by the School Library Advisory Council
10. C. Consideration and possible action regarding annual approval of the district’s investment policy
10. D. Consideration and possible action regarding the annual approval of the district’s list of brokers/dealers
10. E. Consideration and possible action on approval of the district’s investment training providers | |  | There were not any speakers for public comment. | | IMPORTANT DATES October 19
- First Day of Early Voting
October 30
November 3
November 16
- Regular Board Meeting, 7 pm
November 23-27
- Thanksgiving Break/School Holiday
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| | PROCESS FOR SPEAKING AT BOARD MEETINGS Public Comment Form
The Prosper ISD Board of Trustees welcomes public comment at Board meetings. In order to provide an efficient process at the Board meetings, we ask that individuals complete the Public Comment Form and submit it no later than noon on the Friday before the meeting. The Notice of Meeting/Agenda is posted three business days in advance of the Board meeting. | | |  |  | | | | | |  |  | 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 more than 34,000 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
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