Addressing the Board

Community members are encouraged to share their perspectives, concerns and ideas directly with the Plano ISD Board of Trustees. Whether through public comment at meetings, written correspondence or other forms of communication, the board values community input and considers it an important part of informed decision-making.

The public comment online sign-up period for regular meetings and work sessions is open from 8:00 a.m. until one hour prior to the start of the meeting on the day of the meeting, unless otherwise noted in the meeting agenda.* For all other board meetings where public comment is heard, online sign-up will be available from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the business day prior to the scheduled meeting, unless otherwise noted in the meeting agenda. A device will be available in the lobby of the Plano ISD Administration Building during the sign-up period for individuals who do not have computer or mobile phone access.

* Please note that the process for accepting public comment submissions may be adjusted for any given meeting, which will be detailed in the meeting agenda. Guidelines outlined in the meeting agenda supersede guidelines posted on this web page. Public comment submissions are not transferrable to other speakers.

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Ways to Address the Board

Parents and stakeholders can engage with the Board in a variety of ways:

NEW Community Input Meetings: During the school year, the Board of Trustees will host periodic Community Input Meetings in the boardroom of the Plano ISD Administration Building. All community input meetings will be publicly posted in the same manner as a regularly scheduled Board meeting to ensure all members of the public receive an opportunity to be notified of the meeting. To allow for a more collaborative meeting, Community Input Meetings are not governed by the Texas Open Meetings Act. These sessions give families and community members expanded opportunities to address non-agenda topics with Trustees.
Let’s Talk: Plano ISD’s official Board communication portal is available anytime, year-round, for submitting feedback or concerns directly to the board. All questions will be answered within 48 hours.
Direct Contact with Trustees: Every Board member maintains an official email account and voicemail, listed on the Trustee Profile pages. Trustees respond to correspondence received via these channels in accordance with Board Operating Procedures.
Recommended Communication Steps: To resolve school-related questions or concerns most efficiently, families are encouraged to first contact campus staff or administration before reaching out to the Board.

Board Meeting Types | Public Comment Guidelines

Regular Meeting

Regular Board Meetings are typically held on the first Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise posted.

Guidelines for Public Comments at a Regular Board Meeting

Public comment sign-up will be available online from 8:00 a.m. until one hour prior to the start of the meeting on the day of the posted meeting, unless otherwise noted in the meeting agenda.*
(*Please note that the process for accepting public comment submissions may be adjusted for any given meeting, which will be detailed in the meeting agenda. Guidelines outlined in the meeting agenda supersede guidelines posted on this web page.)
Submission requests are not transferable to other speakers.
Comments addressing agenda items will be heard at the beginning of the meeting prior to the Board's consideration of the agenda item.
Speakers may have up to three minutes to address the Board. No presentation shall exceed three minutes.
Public comment may not be used to voice a complaint involving the naming of specific individuals, including but not limited to the names of district employees or students. Additionally, no information that may be reasonably linked to an individual person may be spoken about during public comment. All concerns are addressed in accordance with policies DGBA, FNG and GF.

Work Session

Board Work Sessions are typically held on the third Tuesday of each month, unless otherwise posted. Reports are provided to the Board during Work Sessions and information is discussed. Board action may be taken if necessary and when included on the notice.

Guidelines for Public Comments at a Board Work Session

Public comment sign-up will be available from 8:00 a.m. until one hour prior to the start of the meeting on the day of the posted meeting, unless otherwise noted in the meeting agenda.*
(*Please note that the process for accepting public comment submissions may be adjusted for any given meeting, which will be detailed in the meeting agenda. Guidelines outlined in the meeting agenda supersede guidelines posted on this web page.)
Submission requests are not transferable to other speakers.
Comments addressing agenda items will be heard at the beginning of the meeting prior to the Board's consideration of the agenda item.
Speakers may have up to three minutes to address the Board. No presentation shall exceed three minutes.
Public comment may not be used to voice a complaint involving the naming of specific individuals, including but not limited to the names of district employees or students. Additionally, no information that may be reasonably linked to an individual person may be spoken about during public comment. All concerns are addressed in accordance with policies DGBA, FNG and GF.

Special Meeting

Special Called Meetings are held at the President's discretion as necessary. Action may be taken with proper notice.

Guidelines for Public Comments at a Special Meeting

Public comment sign-up will be available online from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the business day prior to the scheduled meeting, unless otherwise noted in the meeting agenda.*
(*Please note that the process for accepting public comment submissions may be adjusted for any given meeting, which will be detailed in the meeting agenda. Guidelines outlined in the meeting agenda supersede guidelines posted on this web page.)
Submission requests are not transferable to other speakers.
Comments addressing agenda items will be heard at the beginning of the meeting prior to the Board's consideration of the agenda item.
Speakers may have up to three minutes to address the Board. No presentation shall exceed three minutes.

Other Meeting Types

Emergency Meeting

The Board President shall call an emergency meeting when it is determined that an emergency or urgent public necessity, as defined by law, warrants the meeting. Notice of the meeting must be given at least one hour before the meeting is convened. Action may be taken with proper notice.

Closed Session

Notice of all meetings shall provide for the possibility of a Closed Session during an Open Meeting, in accordance with law. The Board may conduct a Closed Session when the agenda subject is one that may properly be discussed in Closed Session.

Public Forum

A Public Forum is a meeting to listen to public input. A forum may address a specific topic or may be a general information session to receive public input. This meeting may be held at individual schools or in the community. No action may be taken.

Retreat

A Retreat is a planning meeting between Board Members and staff which could include a training session for Board Members. Action may be taken with proper notice.

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Meeting Times and Location

All meetings are held in the Board Room unless posted otherwise.

Plano ISD Administration Center
2700 W. 15th Street
Plano, TX 75075

Regular Board Meetings - 5:30 pm (unless posted otherwise)
Work Session Meetings - 5:30 p.m. (unless posted otherwise)
Special Called Meetings - As posted

Board & Community Input Meetings

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Nov 18 2025

School Board Work Session

5:30 PM - 11:59 PM

Plano ISD Administration Center, Board Room 2700 W. 15th Street Plano, TX 75075

If you require assistance in accessing or participating in an upcoming Board meeting, public comment or the live-streaming platform due to a disability, please contact Rina Nittolo, 469-752-8985, to request possible, reasonable accommodations. Plano ISD values engagement from all community stakeholders.

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