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Academy High School - Excellence is our Standard
February 28, 2025
SAT TESTING FOR JUNIORS
March 5, 2025 9 AM
Dear AHS Juniors and Parents,
This is a friendly reminder that the SAT for Juniors will occur on March 5, 2024. We ask that all learners be in their assigned space (Dome or LS 9) by 9:00 AM as we must start testing promptly at 9:05 AM.
Students need the following items:
No. 2 pencils
Water bottle and a snack (optional)
Fully charged district-provided Chromebook
Chromebooks will be available on the morning of for learners who did not check one out this year.
We wish all our students the best of luck on this important assessment!
Best regards,
Edna Phythian
Assistant Principal
Academy High School
What to expect?
What about the math section?
What tools are embedded?
SECOND-YEAR PRESENTATIONS
March 7, 2025 10:00-12 NOON
PISD'S COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
is seeking your input
The PISD Counseling Department strives to enhance our counseling program and would greatly appreciate your input. Click on the button below to complete this short survey.
TITAN TALKS for parents
Academy parents,
As we approach the midpoint of this 2nd semester, we want to launch a series of parent meetings that will allow us to share information and engage in dialogue. With Academy's leadership in transition, we believe these exchanges will promote open communication and transparency as we plan for Academy's future. Please join our administrative team in person or via Zoom from 9 - 10 AM at any of the following morning meetings: March 10, and March 31.
The passcode for this zoom is "Titans".
Best regards,
George King
FIRST-YEAR PRESENTATIONS
March 11, 2025 3:30-5:30
THIRD-YEAR PRESENTATIONS
March 13, 2025
2:00 - 6:00 PM
TITAN BALLOON BATTLE
March 28, 2025
Learners, this friendly battle will take place on the AHS activity lot from 12:30-2:30. There will also be the option to purchase pizza and treats at the event.
PTSA NEEDS. YOU
Seeking Board Members for 25-26
SAVE THESE DATES
Junior and Senior Prom: May 3
The AHS Prom will take place from 7-11 PM at the Slate at ll Creeks Venue Center.
More information coming soon.
Titan Graduation: May 31
EMPOWER LEARNING
Review Learner Progress
We are nearing the end of the 3rd nine weeks. Empower Learning offers 2 ways for parents and learners to track learning progress across the semester. Please follow the links below to learn more:
- How to view progress report video
- How to view progress report click sheet
If you have a question about a score or anything related to courses, please reach out to the facilitator and/or grade-level team directly.
PLANO PUBLIC LIBRARY
Spring Break Programs
Students are invited to spend their Spring Break with Plano Public Library!
Draw Together
Monday, March 17, 6:30-7:30pm
Davis Library
Calling all teen artists! Join forces with fellow artistic minds with drawing challenges for any skill level. Basic supplies provided
Money Talks with UNT (Ages 16-18)
Tuesday, March 18, 2:00-3:00pm
Haggard Library
Discover how your attitudes towards money are shaped by those around you. Learn to recognize your money influences and set SMART goals to reach your idea of success.
Still Life Studio (Ages 13+)
Thursday, March 20, 7:00-8:00pm
Parr Library
Hone your artistic skills by sketching still life art at the library. New subjects and challenges each session.
And, be sure to stop by Davis Library all month long to visit our incubating eggs… and maybe even get to see some chicks!
About Us
Email: AcademyHS@pisd.edu
Website: https://www.pisd.edu/academy
Location: 1701 Alma Drive, Plano, TX 75075, USA
Phone: 972-905-8100
Facebook: www.facebook.com/AcademyHSpisd
Twitter: @academyhs_pisd
Innovative, project-based 9th-12th grade learning community.