Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

If I am considering taking an eSchool course, what is the first thing that I should do?
The first step in taking an eSchool course is to meet with your campus counselor to discuss approval for the course and to be sure that the course works with your specific graduation plan.

Are Plano ISD eSchool courses accredited?
Yes, the courses offered through eSchool are accredited through Plano ISD. 

Can I attend Plano ISD eSchool and my regular high school at the same time?
Yes. eSchool is designed for students currently enrolled in a PISD school.

If you are currently enrolled in school and intend to take an eSchool course for graduation credit, please contact your school counselor to receive official approval to ensure proper recording of eSchool courses on your transcript.

What courses are available?
Plano ISD eSchool offers a variety of courses. Please see eSchool Courses & Registration for a full listing of the courses offered.

How many eSchool courses can I take at one time?
To ensure student success, we recommend that students enroll in no more than 2 courses at one time.  Each semester course earns 0.5 credit.

We encourage you to balance your eSchool course load with your current schedule. If you are a full-time student, you should consult with your school counselor to design a plan that best fits your schedule and graduation plan.

Please Note:
Students needing both semesters of a 2-semester course must register for and complete the first semester before registering to take the second semester of that same course.

Are eSchool courses used in computing class rankings?
For graduating classes of 2026, 2027, 2028, and 2029 - No. For Plano ISD students, grades earned in eSchool courses are not used in computing class rankings. eSchool courses have a neutral impact on a student’s GPA and class rankings. 

For the graduating class of 2030 and all future graduating classes, courses will be weighted on a 4.0 scale.

Will eSchool course credits transfer to another district?
eSchool course credit is awarded through Plano ISD and is transferable within the United States and internationally. If you are currently enrolled in school and intend to take an eSchool course for graduation credit, we recommend that you contact your school counselor to receive official approval and to ensure proper recording of eSchool courses on your transcript.

I live outside Plano ISD, may I take an eSchool course?
No. eSchool courses are not offered to students outside of PISD.

What if I register as a Plano ISD student and then leave the district before I complete my course?
When you leave PISD, you will lose access to the district network and your course(s). As soon as you know you are withdrawing from the district, please contact your eSchool teacher and the eSchool office. You will need to finish your course while you still have access. We will need to add the course credit to your transcript before you enroll in your new school.

Who is eligible to take eSchool courses?
Plano ISD students who have finished 7th grade may enroll in our Health course in the summer before 8th grade. For all other courses, students who successfully pass 8th grade are eligible to take eSchool courses in the summer before 9th grade. Discuss the possibilities with your school counselor.