McKinney, Texas — The McKinney ISD Board of Trustees held their monthly meeting on Monday, Sept. 14, and as always there were many students and staff who received recognition for achievements both inside and outside of the classroom.

In addition, Superintendent Shawn Pratt and the Board honored Stephanie O'Dell as she stepped down from Place 6 after 12 years of service on the board. Thank you, Stephanie O'Dell for your leadership and dedication to the students and staff of McKinney ISD!

McKinney ISD Board of Trustees: (l-r) Kenneth Ussery, Secretary Lynn Sperry, Vice President Harvey Oaxaca, Larry Jagours, Jennifer Gray, Corey Homer, Stephanie O'Dell, President Amy Dankel and Superintendent Shawn Pratt

Stephanie O'Dell and Superintendent Shawn Pratt

Stephanie O'Dell and Lynn Sperry

Stephanie and David O'Dell

Congratulations to our September honorees!

We are McKinney Award:
Sara Hayes (MHS) and Tiffany Merder (North)

McKinney ISD Lives Kind Award:
Reuben Johnson Elementary

Marzano High Reliability Schools Level 2 Certification:
Frazier Elementary

Region 10 Teacher of the Year:
Tommy Gillett (Burks Elementary)

2025-2026 TEPSA Student Leadership Awards:
Dowell Middle School

2025-2026 TEPSA Student Leadership Awards:
Minshew Elementary

2025-2026 TEPSA Student Leadership Awards:
Wilmeth Elementary

TMEA Honor Orchestra State Competition (Middle School):
Faubion Middle School Orchestra

TMEA Honor Orchestra State Competition (High School):
McKinney High School Orchestra

NFHS National Student Advisory Council:
Anna Sayman (North)