Walker Elementary School

Dearest Walker Families,

Have a wonderful SPRING BREAK!

When we return, it’s going to be a busy and rewarding week at Walker! From picture-perfect smiles to our highly anticipated kickball showdown, here is what you need to know:

📅 Upcoming Highlights: March 24 – 27

📸 Tuesday, March 24: Picture Day

• Spring Pictures: Don’t forget to dress your best! We will be taking both individual and class photos today.

🧺 Wednesday, March 25: A Special Reward

• Picnic with the Principals: Congratulations to our top readers! Students who received an invitation for the Read-A-Thon Picnic will be heading out for their celebration during their assigned time slots (10:30 AM, 12:15 PM, or 12:45 PM). We are so proud of your dedication to literacy!

🧹 Thursday, March 26: Campus & Community Pride

• Stay & Play (Campus Clean-Up): Join the PTA from 3:20 – 4:00 PM for a "Stay & Play" session with a purpose. We’ll be working together to keep our campus beautiful. It’s a great way for kids to learn stewardship while getting some extra fresh air.

⚽ Friday, March 27: Fun & Games

• Story Time with Sparky: We are excited to welcome our Future Walker Stars (Incoming Kindergarteners) from 9:30 – 10:15 AM for a special story time.

• The Main Event: At 1:45 PM, the ultimate rivalry continues! Our Staff vs. 3rd–5th Grade Students Kickball Game kicks off. It’s going to be a Friday afternoon to remember.

New Date for PTA Spring Fling Carnival - April 10th - PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

Have a wonderful week making memories!

Sincerely,

Michelle Baumann, Principal

Misty Young, Asst. Principal

We understand families may have questions regarding how recent school closures will affect the academic calendar. McKinney ISD will first use our designated bad weather days, April 6 and April 27, to make up missed instructional time. Additionally, the district will apply for a waiver from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). Once we receive guidance from the TEA regarding the remaining closures, we will provide further updates.

(originally shared in the MISD Parent Newsletter on Feb. 13)

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

We have created an opt-out option for the upcoming Spring photos. If you prefer that your child does not participate, please complete this form by March 20, 2026. FORM TO OPT-OUT OF SPRING PHOTOS

13 Mar, Fri.

Spring Book Fair CLOSES at 12pm

16 March, Mon. - 20 Mar, Fri.

SPRING BREAK - MISD Closed

23 Mar, Mon.

3:20 – 4pm Green Team

24 Mar, Tues.

Spring Pictures (class & individual)

3:20 – 4:15pm Choir Rehearsal - 4th/5th Graders

25 Mar, Wed.

10:30 – 11am Read-A-Thon Picnic with the Principals (by invitation)

12:15 – 12:45pm Read-A-Thon Picnic with the Principals (by invitation)

12:45 – 1:15pmRead-A-Thon Picnic with the Principals (by invitation)

26 Mar, Thu.

3:20 – 4pm PTA hosts Stay & Play - Campus Clean Up

27 Mar, Fri.

9:30 – 10:15am Storytime with Sparky for Future Walker Stars (incoming Kinder)

1:45pm Staff vs. 3rd-5th grade Student Kickball Game

31 Mar, Tue.

5:30 – 6:30pm Open House

2 Apr, Thu

Special Olympics - StuCo trip

3 Apr, Fri

MISD Student & Staff Holiday

7 Apr, Tue

3:20 – 4:15pm Choir Rehearsal - 4th/5th Graders

8 Apr, Wed

No GT-Alpha classes

Safety Drill

9:30 – 10:30am Kinder Round Up (incoming Kinder students)

Here is the schedule of events and activities for March at Walker Elementary, as listed on the school flyer:

Key Dates & School Closures

• Spring Break: March 16th – 20th (No School)

• Spring Picture Day: Tuesday, March 24th (Individual & Class)

Spring Book Fair

• Dates: March 9th – 13th

• Hours:

  • Monday – Friday: 8:10 AM – 3:20 PM (Closes at 12:00 PM on Friday the 13th)

Storytime with Sparky!

• Date/Time: Friday, March 27th @ 10:00 AM

• Details: Future Walker Stars and guardians are invited to the library to meet the mascot.

Walker Stay & Play

• Date/Time: Thursday, March 26th (Following dismissal)

• Location: Hilltop Playground

• Details: Families can connect while participating in a campus grounds clean-up in partnership with the City of McKinney.

Walker Elementary Open House

• Date/Time: Tuesday, March 31st | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

• Details: "A Day in the Life of a Walker Star." Includes student work showcases, MakerSpace in the library, and the Walker Artomé Art Show (starts at 5:00 PM in the Cafe).

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,

As we plan for next year, several PTA Board positions will be available, making now a great time to consider getting involved. More information will be coming home in February and we would love to see new faces join the board for the 2026-2027 school year!

Important Upcoming Dates:

Spring Fling Carnival - APRIL !0th

Pre-purchased Tickets OPTIONS

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 PTA Spring Fling (Carnival)

• Date/Time: Friday, April 10th | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

• Activities: Carnival rides, games, prize walk, 360 photo booth, and more.

• Food: Food trucks onsite (Oopsie Scoopsie, Donut NV, BBQ Truck, Cotton Candy, Baked Bear Ice Cream).

• Tickets: Individual $10 / Family $40

Walker Stay & Play

• Date/Time: Thursday, March 26th (Following dismissal)

• Location: Hilltop Playground

• Details: Families can connect while participating in a campus grounds clean-up in partnership with the City of McKinney.

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

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QR Code will automatically upload Walker referral code

Referral Code: W07H2ETH

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

Parenting the Digital Generation and Understanding Online Extremists

March 25 | 6:00 -7:30 PM

Community Event Center

4201 S. Hardin Blvd. McKinney, TX 75070

Who should attend? Parents with students of any age with technology in the home.

This is a parent only event. The content is not appropriate for students. Childcare IS NOT provided.

We'll talk about:

• 4 big risks for children online
• Conversations parents need to have with children about being online
• Utilizing technology to better protect your children
• Online extremist activities and how they target your children

Brought to you by: McKinney Police Department, Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County

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

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