As the new school year begins, we are filled with excitement for the adventures in learning that lie ahead. Our talented and dedicated staff is ready to support and inspire every student, every day. Let’s make this year the best one yet!

This page serves as a resource for parents as they begin to prepare for the start of school. Please remember that the first day of school for 2026-27 is Thursday, August 13, 2026.

Elementary

• 8:10 AM – 3:20 PM

Middle

• 8:50 AM – 4:00 PM

High

• 7:20 AM – 2:40 PM

Lawson Early Childhood School

• 7:40 AM – 2:50 PM

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Elementary Campuses

• Parents may walk their child to class on the first day only (August 13). 

• Parents are required to bring a valid photo ID and sign in using a general sign-in upon arrival.

• Starting Friday, August 14, all visitors must check in through the front office and Hall Pass system before entering the building.

Secondary Campuses (Middle & High School)

• Parents/guardians are not permitted to escort students to class on the first day.

• Staff will be stationed throughout the building to guide and support students as they find their classes.

Helpful Reminders

• Arrival Time: Expect heavier traffic during the first week. Please plan.

• Dismissal Time:

  • Bus Transportation:

    • Expect delays during the first days of school.

    • Campuses will send parent notifications via our district communication platform if buses are running more than 15 minutes late. 

    • Stay Connected: Follow your campus and McKinney ISD on social media for first-day updates.

Back-to-School registration forms will be sent July 6, 2026 through the new Skyward Family Access.

By law, McKinney ISD must have an immunization record for each student on file. These records must be up to date at the time of registration. Students entering MISD for the first time must present written verification of the required immunizations at the time of enrollment. For more information about what immunizations are required please visit the Immunizations page.

Join us for our Meet the Teacher nights! This is a wonderful opportunity for parents and students to connect with teachers and get a glimpse of what the upcoming school year holds.

Elementary Meet the Teacher
Date: August 10, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM

Middle School Meet the Teacher
Date: August 11, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM

High School Open House
Date: August 31, 2026
Time: TBD

Middle School Schedule Information

August 11, 2026

• Student schedules available in Skyward

• Additional details and access instructions will be sent in July

High School Schedule Pickup & Freshman Orientation

McKinney High School (MHS)

• Schedule Pickup: August 7 at 12:00 PM

• Lion Call (Freshman Orientation): August 8 at 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• Parent Meeting: 11:00 AM

McKinney Boyd High School (MBHS)

• Schedule Pickup: August 7 at 12:00 PM

• Bronco Camp (Freshman Orientation): August 8 at 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

McKinney North High School (MNHS)

• Schedule Pickup: August 7 at 12:00 PM

• Dawg Camp (Freshman Orientation)August 8 at 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Schedule Reminder

Student schedules will be viewable in Skyward in early August.
Please note: schedules viewed through other applications may not be final or official.

Traffic will increase tremendously during the first week of school. Be mindful of the added congestion and leave your home earlier to arrive at school on time.

• Put down that cell phone! The State of Texas prohibits the use of any wireless communication device while in a school zone unless your vehicle is stopped or unless you're using a “hands-free” device.

• Always obey school zone speed limit signs. Remember, traffic fines usually double in school zones.

• Drop off and pick up your children in your school’s designated areas.

• Keep an eye on children gathered at bus stops.

• Be alert for children who might dart across the drive or between vehicles on their way to/from the building.

• School buses use yellow flashing lights to alert motorists that they are preparing to stop to load or unload children.

• School buses use alternately flashing red lights and an extended stop sign arm to signal motorists that the bus is stopped and children are getting on or off the bus.

• If you approach a school bus from either direction and the bus is displaying alternately flashing red lights and extended stop sign arm, you must stop. In Texas it is illegal to pass a school bus that is stopped to load or unload children.

• Do not pass the school bus until: 1. the school bus has resumed motion, or; 2. you are signaled by the driver to proceed, or; 3. the red lights are no longer flashing.

• The area 10 feet around a school bus is where children are in the most danger of being hit. Stop your car far enough from the bus to allow children the necessary space to safely enter and exit the bus.

• Be alert. Children can be unpredictable.

Reviewing the rules and regulations set by McKinney ISD is crucial as we prepare to start the new academic year. By understanding and following these guidelines, we ensure a safe and supportive learning environment for all students, setting the foundation for a successful school year ahead. An important change to the Student Code of Conduct from last year is located on page 8. It adds the following to tobacco products listed as prohibited items: “nicotine products, including nicotine pouches, regardless of whether the product contains tobacco.”

Regular school attendance is essential for students to maximize their learning opportunities. Absences from class may result in serious disruption to the mastery of the knowledge and skills needed to progress to the next grade. Students and parents must make every effort to avoid unnecessary absences.

Attendance Times:

• Lawson - 9:30 AM & 1:00 PM

• Elementary - 9:30 AM

• Middle School - 10:00 AM (2nd period)

• High School - 9:30 AM (3rd period)

It’s important to note that campuses may accept up to four days per semester (eight per year) excused with a parent note/email. Visit the Attendance Policy page more information.

At McKinney ISD, ensuring student safety is our top priority, especially when it comes to adhering to heat guidelines for Non-UIL activities. MISD will utilize Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) as the recommended forecast measurement to monitor environmental conditions, estimating the combined impact of temperature, relative humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation using data from three thermometers.

District staff will use the DTN Weather Sentry App WBGT reading to determine the level of activity in which students can participate in outdoor activities.

McKinney ISD maintains district Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube pages to keep parents and the community informed about the great things happening in MISD. In addition to these district level social media pages, each campus also maintains both a Facebook and Twitter page. To find your campus’s social media page please visit your campus’s website or contact your campus’s front office.

The McKinney ISD mobile app is designed to keep you seamlessly connected and informed. With features like live feed, news updates, and event information, the app ensures you're always up-to-date with the latest district news and activities.