• 2023 Elementary Summer Programs

    ALL 2023 Summer Programs have concluded. Plano ISD summer programs will return in 2024.

    • Plano ISD's summer learning program offers a variety of elementary school programs.
    • All program applications can be found online.
    • Parents may wish to talk with their child's teacher to determine the program best suited for summer study.
    • As a reminder, summer school programs are dependent upon staffing and enrollment. 
    • Instructions for Registration through Parent Portal
    • For questions or assistance with registration, please contact Expanded Learning Pathways at 469-752-3995 or summerschool@pisd.edu.
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  • Elementary Summer School (Parent Portal) Registration Instructions

    Elementary Summer School Registration Instructions

    1. Open Google Chrome web browser (this is the only supported browser for registration).
    2. Login to Parent Portal - https://parentportal.pisd.edu
    3. Go to the Program Enrollment & Payments section
    4. Click the TEAMS PSS Program Enrollment & Payments button.
    5. Click on your student’s name.
    6. Click on the Summer-Night School tab.
    7. Once you are on the  Summer-Night School tab, you will see the summer school courses. Since students may be approved for multiple programs, please consult with your child's campus to ensure you register for the correct program. 
    8. After consulting with your child's campus and selecting the appropriate course(s), you will be able to review the Total Tuition Amount(s) and click Continue.
      1. If you are registering for Pre-K/K ESL/BIL or PAL, the tuition amount will be $0.
      2. If you are registering for SIGS, the tuition amount will be $300. You will be prompted to enter payment information.
    9. Click the Final Review Button. You must enter a “Mode of Transportation” in that dropbox.
    10. Click the Complete Registration button.

  • Summer Institute for Gifted and Enrichment Students (SIGS)| Grades 1-7

    Summer Institute for Gifted and Enrichment Students (SIGS)| Grades 1-7

    Program Description: 

    Registration for this program closed April 6.

    SIGS provides an innovative summer learning experience and is open to students in grades 1-7 who are not concurrently enrolled in another summer program. Students have an opportunity to explore courses that include language, science, mathematical problem solving, logic and reasoning, computer science, the humanities, and fine arts. 

    Eligible Students: 

    • Current Plano ISD students in grades 1-7 who are not registered for a concurrently running summer program. 

    Dates: June 5 - 22 (Monday - Thursday), June 19th will be a student/staff holiday in observation of Juneteenth 

    Times: 7:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. 

    Locations: 

      • Frankford Middle School
      • Bowman Middle School
      • Schimelpfenig Middle School

    Program feeder pattern

    Cost:

    • $300 per student
    • Please note for cancellations before May 12, $30 is retained for administrative costs. No refunds will be processed after May 12.
    • Cancellation requests must be submitted to summerschool@pisd.edu.  

    Course Offerings:

    Transportation: 

    • Busing is provided from the students’ neighborhood elementary campus. 
    • Keep in mind that the neighborhood campus may not be the campus the student attends during the school year. 
    • Summer Bus Routes, Coming May 15 (provide link once bus routes are published)

    Registration: 

    • Registration closed April 6.

    Questions: 

    • For general questions about this summer program, please contact the summer school office at summerschool@pisd.edu.

  • Bilingual / ESL Pre-K, Kindergarten

    Program Description: 

    Registration for this program closed on April 28.

    • In the Pre-K program, instruction will focus on language development, academic and social skills. 
    • The Kindergarten program is designed to develop language and to accelerate academic skills in reading, writing and math. 

    Eligible Students: 

    • Current Pre-K or Kindergarten students who have accepted and are participating in either Bilingual or ESL programs during the 2022-2023 school year.

    Dates: June 5-29 (Monday - Friday), No school on June 19th (Juneteenth Holiday)

    Times: 8:30 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.

    Locations: 

      • Mitchell Elementary School
      • Forman Elementary School
      • Rasor Elementary School
      • Weatherford Elementary School

    Program feeder pattern

    Cost: This program is offered at no cost to students.

    Meals: Breakfast and lunch are provided to all students.

    Transportation: 

    • Busing is provided from the students’ neighborhood elementary campus. 
    • Keep in mind that the neighborhood campus may not be the campus the student attends during the school year. 
    • Summer Bus Routes will be posted May 15.

    Registration: 

    • Registration closed on April 28.

    Questions: 

    • For eligibility/invitation questions, please contact the ESL Specialist at your child’s Elementary School. 
    • For general questions about this summer program, please contact the summer school office at summerschool@pisd.edu.

  • Plano Academy of Learning (PAL) | Grades 3-5

    Program Description: 

    • The Plano Academy of Learning (PAL) provides targeted instruction to help students develop skills in reading, math, and/or science.
    • EB PAL (Bilingual) provides targeted instruction to help students in our dual language / bilingual program develop skills in reading, math, and/or science. 
      • 3rd grade EB PAL will include all students who receive an invitation and participate in our dual language program.
      • 4th & 5th grade EB PAL will serve our students who take STAAR in Spanish.

    Eligible Students: 

    • Only students who receive an invitation may attend PAL. If you have questions as to whether your child qualifies for PAL, please contact your child's campus.

    Dates: June 12 - 29, Monday - Thursday, June 19th will be a student/staff holiday in observation of Juneteenth

    Times: 7:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

    Locations: 

    • Meadows Elementary
    • Thomas Elementary
    • Jackson Elementary
    • Barron Elementary
    • Sigler Elementary

    PAL Feeder pattern

    Cost: 

    • There is no cost to attend the summer school program.

    Transportation: 

    • Busing is provided from the students’ neighborhood elementary campus. Please keep in mind that the neighborhood campus may not be the campus the student attends during the school year.
    • Summer bus routes will be posted June 5.

    Registration: 

    • Online registration instructions
    • Students who need to attend will be contacted via School Messenger once STAAR scores are returned in May. 
    • Parents will then register their child through the Parent Portal. Parent Portal registration does not open until STAAR scores are returned.
    • If you need assistance with registration, please contact summerschool@pisd.edu 

    Questions: 

    • For general questions about this summer program, please contact the summer school office at summerschool@pisd.edu.

  • Plano Visual Arts Academy | Grades 5-7

    Program Description: 

    Registration for PVAA closed on April 6 at 5 p.m.

    • PVAA is a unique summer program for current 5-7 grade students who exhibit a passion and drive to grow as an artist. 
    • The curriculum allows students to rotate through sessions that are focused on drawing, two-dimensional design, three-dimensional design, and the use of technology in art.
    • Through these sessions, students will be encouraged to create independently, build ideation skills, and learn additional techniques.

    Eligible Students: 

    • Current Plano ISD students in grades 5-7

    Dates: June 5-22 (Monday - Thursday). June 19th will be a student/staff holiday in observance of Juneteenth

    Times: 7:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. 

    Locations: 

      • Frankford Middle School
      • Bowman Middle School
      • Schimelpfenig Middle School

    Program feeder pattern

    Cost: $300 per student

    Transportation: 

    • Busing is provided from the students’ neighborhood elementary campus. 
    • Keep in mind that the neighborhood campus may not be the campus the student attends during the school year. 
    • Summer bus routes will be posted May 15.

    Registration: 

    • Pre-registration is closed for this program.

    Questions: 

    • For general questions about this summer program, please contact the summer school office at summerschool@pisd.edu.