Plano ISD Academy High School

Plano Academy High School is an innovative, project-based 9th-12th grade learning community committed to fostering a professional environment, inspiring creativity, and empowering students to collaborate and compete in a rapidly changing world. With an emphasis on science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) and interdisciplinary connections, student learning will be anchored in real world experiences which rely on continuous collaboration with others both inside and outside the school. website | video 

Information Sessions

In-person Meeting and Tour

Tuesday, October 22
6:30 PM

Thursday, November 7
6:30 PM

Saturday, November 9
10:30 AM

*Spanish translation available for each session

Academy High School
1701 Alma Drive
Plano, TX 75075

  

Plano ISD Health Sciences Academy

The Plano ISD Health Sciences Academy offers a rigorous academic program that prepares students for the demands of a four-year university and offers career-specific training with industry certifications. Opportunities include college credit, technical certificates, hands-on experience and mentorship from healthcare professionals.  In addition, Health Science Academy students have the opportunity to participate in the PLTW Biomedical Science track.  website | video

Information Sessions

In-person Meeting 

Tuesday, October 8
6:30 PM

Plano East Senior High, Building 4
3000 Los Rios Blvd.
Plano, TX 75074

Virtual Meeting

Wednesday, October 30
6:30 PM
Virtual Meeting Registration

The IB World School at Plano East Senior High School

The IB World School is a school-within-a-school that allows students to pursue a nationally and internationally recognized IB diploma while also having access to all of the classes, UIL activities, and extracurricular opportunities offered at Plano East Senior High School. Our challenging coursework results in college credits and university-ready students, and our focus on learner profile traits encourage students to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand the IB mission- that other people, with their differences, can also be right. website | video

Information Sessions

In-person Meeting 

Wednesday, October 9
6:30 PM
Plano East High School Theatre
3000 Los Rios Blvd.
Plano, TX 75074

Virtual Meeting

Tuesday, October 29
6:30 PM
Virtual Meeting Registration

Plano ISD Wildcat Collegiate Academy

Are you interested in getting a head start on your college degree? The Plano Wildcat Collegiate Academy is a fast-track for college-bound students. Students are simultaneously enrolled in Collin College and Plano ISD to earn both an associate degree and high school diploma in just 4 years. Collegiate Academy students save time and tuition costs!  website

Information Sessions

In-person Meeting

Monday, October 28
6:30 PM
Vines High School
1401 Highedge Dr
Plano, TX 75075
*Spanish translation available

Virtual Meeting

Monday, November 4
6:30 PM
Virtual Meeting Registration

Update: The class of 2027 (current 10th graders) will be the last Industries Academy class due to the opening of the CTE Center in the 2026-27 school year.

Industries Academy

Plano ISD, in partnership with Collin College, offers a variety of workforce dual credit instruction focusing on high-demand and high-wage career fields.  This two-year program begins junior year of high school and continues through senior year of high school, providing students with career-specific training and industry certifications. website | video

Information Sessions

Virtual Meetings

Tuesday, October 8
6:30 PM
Virtual Meeting Registration 

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Thursday, October 24
6:30 PM
Virtual Meeting Registration

TONI&GUY Cosmetology Program

The Plano ISD TONI&GUY Cosmetology Program is a two-year program open to incoming juniors located at the TONI&GUY Hairdressing Academy. Students selected by lottery will enroll in 11th grade to begin 1,000 clock hours of theory, technical instruction, and practical operations working toward the goal of earning a Texas Cosmetology License as a graduating senior. Website | video

Information Sessions

Virtual Meeting

Thursday, October 10
6:30 PM
Virtual Meeting Registration

In-person Meeting 

Wednesday, October 23
6:30 PM
TONI&GUY Cosmetology Program
1701 Alma Drive
Plano, TX 75075