Academy Parent Newsletter
September 12th, 2025
Dear Parents,
The PSAT is coming up on October 1st and we have several practice resources in the newsletter this week (a few new ones and a few that have been in previous newsletters). We encourage students to take advantage of the practice tools before they take the test on 10/1. All 9th and 10th graders will take the test on 10/1. Any 11th graders that signed up before the deadline will also take the test on 10/1.
We are an institution of distinguished scholars and we want to equip our students with the knowledge, skills, and information they need for college success. Our amazing Counselor, Ms. Killion, led a very informative College 101 presentation on Tuesday night. You can find her presentation below in case you weren't able to join us.
Sincerely,
Dr. Josh Howard
Important Dates
September 15th: Picture Retakes (senior and regular)
September 25th: Club Fair during Titan Time
September 26th: Pep Rally during Titan Time
October 1st: PSAT
October 7th: ASVAB
October 31st: Deadline to register and pay for AP exams.
Important Information for All Grade Levels
Club Approval and Selection (Please Complete)
Students need to complete this Google form to select their approved clubs and activities for Titan Time. Parents need to complete this form for each club their child wants to participate in. Students are not allowed to participate in a club until parent consent is received. Please let us know if you have any questions.
Parents: Please note that you must submit an approval form for each club you approve your child to participate in.
Club Fair Sponsored by Student Council 9/25
Students will be able to see all club options to help make new club selections for October. The club fair, organized by AHS Student Council, will take place on Thursday 9/25 during Titan Time.
PISD College and Career Night September 15th
Ms. Killion's College 101 Presentation
PSAT Information
PSAT Preparation Presentation
Free PSAT/SAT Khan Academy Resources
PSAT Practice Opportunity
FAFSA Information for Seniors
SENIORS: Take advantage of this great opportunity to complete your FAFSA form for college early!!!
Picture Retake Info (regular and senior pictures) Monday Sep 15
Homecoming Motor Mums
1st Year Farm to Table Survey Links
Calling all parents and learners: the 1st Years need your help! Please fill out the surveys on the Farm to Table project consumable products to give learners feedback on their product ideas.
We also need panelists for our presentation day! Do you (or someone you know) have experience in marketing, the food or beverage industry, or consumable products? If so, we'd love to have you as a panelist on 10/10 from 11:00-12:40. If you are interested, please fill out the following linked form.
Parent/Teacher Conferences Available Tuesday November 4th, 2025
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We look forward to partnering with you to support your child’s success this school year. Our fall Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Tuesday, November 4, and we invite you to schedule a time to meet with your student’s teachers.
Conferences may be scheduled as in-person or virtual, depending on what works best for your family.
Conferences are a valuable opportunity to:
• Discuss your student’s academic progress
• Learn more about classroom expectations
• Collaborate on strategies to support continued growth
We encourage all families to take advantage of this opportunity. If you are unable to attend on November 4, please reach out directly to your student’s teachers to explore alternative arrangements.
Thank you for your continued partnership!
Dr. Howard
Free and Reduced Lunch Applications
Plano ISD participates in the federal meal program, which provides free and reduced-price meals to students who qualify. Families who may qualify for meal benefits should complete a meal application for the 2025-26 school year, available through our website.
Families who already have a SchoolCafé account can sign in to complete the meal application. Families who do not have an account can create a new one by selecting that option on the SchoolCafé page. View this SchoolCafé information video for instructions on how to complete the meal application.
Applications will be processed within 10 business days. Eligibility notification letters will be sent via email. If you have not received the letter in your inbox, please check your junk and spam folders.
Please contact Meal Programs with any questions.
Need to add money to your student's lunch account??
Use this link to add many to your student's lunch account: https://www.schoolcafe.com/make-payment
Plano ISD Donation Drive
📚 Plano ISD Donation Drive ❤️
Help support students and families in our community!
What we’re collecting:
Non-perishable canned and dry box food items
School supplies
backpacks
Drop-off Locations:
There is a giant pink box in the school's lobby to put items in.
Academy High School, 1701 Alma drive, Plano, TX
Dates:
September 1 - 30
Who benefits:
All donations go directly to Plano ISD students and families who need assistance.
How you can help:
Bring items to the drop-off location.
Spread the word with family, friends, and neighbors.
Together, we can make a difference for Plano ISD families!
📧 Contact: shannon.carroll@pisd.edu
Consent for Physical and Mental School Health Services
Parents: You should have received district communication regarding consent for physical and mental health services. Please review this website for more details.
Titan Robotics Information Sessions
Titan Robotics will be holding informational sessions for learners on Tuesday and Thursday 5:00 – 7:45PM. Parents are also welcome to stop by and see how they can get connected with Titan Robotics! We will have a formal parent meeting on Tuesday, September 16, at 6PM in The Bubble.
Yearbook Information
AP Drop Form
Students who would like to drop an AP level course may do so through September 4th by completing this form. The next opportunity to drop an AP level course will be at the end of the nine week grading period.
ASVAB Information
First Year Information
Farm to Table Survey Links
Calling all parents and learners: the 1st Years need your help! Please fill out the surveys on the Farm to Table project consumable products to give learners feedback on their product ideas.
We also need panelists for our presentation day! Do you (or someone you know) have experience in marketing, the food or beverage industry, or consumable products? If so, we'd love to have you as a panelist on 10/10 from 11:00-12:40. If you are interested, please fill out the following linked form.
Please review the Farm to Table Parent Letter linked below.
Second Year Information
No content yet but this section will be used for second year information.
Third Year Information
Please review the third year website here (updated weekly): https://sites.google.com/pisd.edu/3rd-year-team/home
Pictures from Engineering Water Drop on Friday 9/12
Students designed parachutes with the goal of all water staying in the cup after it landed.
Fourth Year Information
4th year math information here (updated weekly): https://tinyurl.com/4thyearMathNews
