Walker Elementary School

WE WILL ALSO BE SURVEYING STUDENTS IN GRADES 3-12 DURING THE WEEKS OF APRIL 27 THROUGH MAY 15. YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PREVIEW THE QUESTIONS OR OPT YOUR CHILD OUT. Survey for McKinney ISD Parents (parent flyer and opt-out form)

Dearest Walker Families,

This week, we had the opportunity to welcome our new Walker staff members coming from Wolford Elementary. We loved preparing for their first visit and know you will be so pleased with the addition to our team. Stay tuned for introductions - coming soon!

With our increased student population due to recent rezoning, we have 2 new teaching allocations, meaning we have openings in 1st and 2nd grade. Walker teachers are the very best in their field and we like to hire staff that can enhance the elementary experience and align with our core values of kindness, relationships, family, and teamwork. If you have an exceptional teacher friend that may be considering joining the MISD family, please encourage them to complete the online application on the MISD website and email us.

We hope you found the MISD Inflatable Permission Slip in your child's take home folder. This NEW form is required to participate in the water slide station during field day. Please let your child's teacher know if you need another copy. Student with permission will be given a wristband on field day.

Have a nice weekend!

Sincerely,

Michelle Baumann, Principal

Misty Young, Asst. Principal

You may begin picking up medication at any time during regular school hours. Please keep the following information in mind as the school year concludes:

Important Reminders

• Emergency or Daily Medication: If your child has emergency or daily medication stored at the clinic, please pick it up by the end of the last school day.

  
  

• Over-the-Counter Items: If you would like over-the-counter items returned (such as Tylenol, Motrin, cough drops, or topical creams), please visit the clinic to pick them up from the campus nurse.

  
  

Medication Pick-Up Policy

• Adult Requirement: All medication must be picked up and signed for by an adult.

  
  

• Student Transport: Medication will not be sent home with students.

  
  

Medication Disposal

• Deadline: All medications are disposed of on the last day of school after the bell rings.

28 Apr, Tue

Bus Driver Appreciation Day

29 Apr, Wed

3rd Grade Field Trip

11am PTA General Meeting

11:30am – 12:30pm Walker Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

5 – 6pm McKinney ISD Welcome Tour - For families newly zoned to Walker

MAY

Fri, May 1

Walker LIVE 4th Grade Micro-performance

Wed, May 6

Walk & Roll to School Day Encourage students to walk or bike

Fri, May 8 1:45 PM

Staff vs. Student Kickball Game 3rd–5th Grade at Walker Elementary Field

Thurs, May 14 3:45–4:30 PM

Stay & Play Welcome gathering for new families at Hilltop Park

Fri, May 15

Class Parties PTA hosts End of Year Parties held during Specials

Mon, May 187:45–8:45 AM

Elementary Alumni Breakfast For McKinney ISD Class of 2026

Field Day - Permission Slip Required for water slide inflatable

Wed, May 20 8:30 AM

Kinder Celebration End of year celebration for Kindergarteners

LAST DAY: Wear Hawaiian attire!

Thurs, May 21 1:30 PM 5th Grade Celebration followed by Flag Lowering and Farewell Walk

2:15 PM Last Day of School Flag Lowering Assembly

🍎 Teacher Appreciation Week (May 3 – May 8)

Theme: "Saddle up, partners! Let’s show our mighty fine teachers how much we appreciate them!"

• Sun 5/3: Happy Trails – Meet at 4:00 PM to chalk the school entrance.

• Mon 5/4: We're Very Much Obliged – Show thanks with a gift card.

• Tue 5/5: Snack Stampede – Bring one of your teacher's favorite snacks.

• Wed 5/6: Round-Up of Thanks – Students write a handmade thank you card.

• Thurs 5/7: Watering Hole – Bring a favorite BOTTLED drink (nothing spillable).

• Fri 5/8: Y’all Help Us Grow – Bring or pre-purchase a flower or plant.

📣 Important Notes

• Volunteers Needed: Helpers are requested for the "Stay & Play" event on May 14th to welcome new families from Wolford Elementary.

• Dress Code: Students are encouraged to wear Hawaiian Themed Attire on the last day of school (May 21st).

WALKER ELEMENTARY - KINDER CELEBRATION

WEDNESDAY, MAY 20th | 8:30 AM

YOU ARE INVITED!

ADDITIONAL END OF YEAR EVENTS:

FRIDAY, MAY 15th - CLASS PARTIES HOSTED BY THE PTA, 10:10-11AM

LAST DAY, THURSDAY, MAY 21st - FLAG LOWERING ASSEMBLY, 2:15PM

CONGRATULATIONS!

WALKER ELEMENTARY - 5TH GRADE CELEBRATION

THURSDAY, MAY 21ST | 1:30 PM

• CELEBRATION BEGINS — 1:30 PM

• FLAG LOWERING CEREMONY

  • School Assembly with Performance by the 5th graders

• FINAL FAREWELL WALK

CONGRATULATIONS 5TH GRADERS!

Studies show that excessive absences can negatively impact a child's education, including the loss of teacher-led lessons, peer interactions, and academic achievement. While we do not want our students to attend school if they are sick, please help us make punctuality and daily attendance a priority for your Star/s regarding all other circumstances. Should you need to keep your child home for any reason, please click the button below to report an absence.

A critical ingredient in the safe school recipe is the uniform classroom response to any incident. Weather events, fires, accidents, intruders and other threats to student safety are scenarios that are planned and trained for by all McKinney ISD schools and District Administration and staff. Historically, schools have taken this scenario-based approach to respond to hazards and threats. Each McKinney ISD classroom is furnished with the Standard Response Protocol poster that provides teachers with readily accessible response procedures and provides information during a crisis event. The attached handout explains Standard Response Protocol that is taught to students, faculty and staff.

Please this link to view the Standard Response Protocol parent information.

Dear Walker Families,

2025-26 PTA members are invited to the PTA General Meeting on April 29th at 11am. The school is hosting a Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at 11:30 that same day so our amazing volunteers can stay for lunch!

Thank you for your support!

Megan Patterson

President, Walker Elementary PTA

president@walkerstarspta.net

Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/WalkerStarsPTA

Membership Link

What does it mean to be a member of Walker PTA? It simply means you can vote at PTA meetings & the money you spend to join goes towards our campus. It does not put you on a volunteer list or require you to volunteer (although we do appreciate our volunteers!).

NOTE: A free Membership Toolkit account is required, & if you already have one, it will need to be updated for this school year before you proceed.

WALKER ELEMENTARY PTA GENERAL MEETING & VOLUNTEER LUNCHEON

🧺Let's all go out with a bang as we celebrate this school year! Here are the opportunities to help with our end of year parties, held in the gym during specials on May 15th. The theme is "Indoor Picnic Party."

🐜 Help To Decorate The Gym: May 14th

🐜 Party Help: May 15th

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FACA72CA5F4CF8-63579043-endofyear

🐜 Walker Parties Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/48DDY6BKURSD/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_2

🐜 RSVP Fast Pass

https://forms.gle/uaZNSUNEsaerZBjt6

Congratulations to the slated officers for 2026-2027 Walker Elementary PTA.

We still have a need for VP of Fundraising. You will have support in this role. Please let any PTA member know if you are interested.

Thank you to all who served on the Nominating Committee.

SCAN TO EASILY EARN MONEY FOR WALKER JUST BY PURCHASING GROCERIES!

Search "Box Tops for Education" in your App Store.

QR Code will automatically upload Walker referral code

Referral Code: W07H2ETH

WANTED: Notorious Walker Teachers

Saddle up, partners! Let’s show our mighty fine teachers how much we appreciate them!

Teacher Appreciation Week Schedule

• SUN 5/3 | Happy Trails Join us at 4:00 p.m. to chalk the entrance to the school with lots of encouraging messages.

• MON 5/4 | We’re Very Much Obliged Show your thanks with a gift card.

• TUES 5/5 | Snack Stampede Round up one of your teacher’s favorite snacks.

• WED 5/6 | Round-Up of Thanks Students write a handmade thank you card.

• THURS 5/7 | Watering Hole Corral one of your teacher’s favorite BOTTLED drinks. *Please nothing spillable*

• FRI 5/8 | Y’all Help Us Grow Bring or pre-purchase a flower or plant. *See instructions on back for pre-purchasing flowers by Tues. 5/5*

Y'ALL HELP US GROW

As a service to McKinney ISD students and families, the district provides the Community Folder for school related, non-school related, and non-profit organizations. Electronic communication has become standard and is preferred by many parents; the schools are sharing more and more information via email as a convenience to parents. This also cuts back on paper coming home in folders. Information posted and accepted must be youth-oriented and will be reviewed and approved by the Communications Department. Updates will be posted often, so we ask that you check back for the latest opportunities and information from our community.

Link to view the latest information posted in the Community Folder

McKinney High School Summer Cheer Camp

Registration is now open for the McKinney High School Summer Cheer Camp.

Dates and Time:
June 15–17, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM each day

Location:
McKinney High School Gym
1400 Wilson Creek Parkway, McKinney, TX 75069

Who Can Attend:
Current and future cheerleaders in Pre-K through 8th grade

What to Expect:
Participants will learn cheer skills, practice techniques, and perform a fun routine.

Registration:
Sign up online at:
https://mckinneyisd.store.rankone.com/mhs-cheer-camp-pre-k-8th-graders

Contact Information:
For questions, email crose@mckinneyisd.net

A valid state or government issued photo ID must be presented each time you visit, volunteer, or pick up a student. Please be prepared with your ID upon arrival. Photos of ID will not be accepted.

A background check is required each school year for people wanting to volunteer in McKinney ISD. This includes making copies, lunch duty coverage, classroom parties, field trips, and any other volunteering that takes place in our building or on our campus. We encourage you to complete your volunteer application as soon as possible to avoid any delay in the processing.
Volunteer Application

We always welcome your feedback. Connect with us via email, phone or schedule a meeting with Mrs. Baumann and/or Mrs. Young. Below is also a link to provide feedback, appreciations, compliments, concerns, or suggestions as we continue to ensure we are doing our very best at Walker.

mbaumann@mckinneyisd.net

myoung@mckinneyisd.net

469-302-4600

Share your ideas and feedback about Walker

KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP WEBSITE

• Elementary campuses will host events for incoming Kindergarten students during the week of April 6th.
• To be eligible for kindergarten, a child must be 5 years old by September 1, 2026.
• Parents are encouraged to connect with their specific campus for event details.

CALDWELL DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY WEBSITE

• Caldwell is accepting applications for Kindergarten and 1st Grade students who are English-proficient (non-emergent bilingual), both in-district and out-of-district. Space is limited.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS - PARENT CHECKLIST

• Proof of Residency: Must be a current utility bill (gas, water, or electric), or a house contract with a closing date and/or a lease with signatures.
• Student's Birth Certificate
• Updated Shot Records
• Parent/Guardian Driver's License
• Student's Social Security Card (Optional)

TRANSPORTATION

Elementary Zone Map

Middle School Zone Map

High School Zone Map

26-27 Zones Address Look Up

Report Absence

My School Bucks (online cafeteria payment system)

Breakfast & Lunch Menus

Free/Reduced Lunch (participants complete each year)

Lost or broken headphones? School-approved headphones are available to purchase through myschoolbucks.com for $10. We offer a variety of vibrant colors to choose from - just order online and pick up in the library! Link to order headphones

Email: mbaumann@mckinneyisd.net
Website: https://mckinneyisdtx.sites.thrillshare.com/o/wes
Location: 4000 Cockrill Drive, McKinney, TX, USA
Phone: 469-302-4600
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walkerelem
Twitter: @WalkerElem