Please go to our website to see our upcoming games and events: https://www.mckinneyisd.net/o/mbhs/events

My apologies for leaving out our amazing and extremely hardworking Athletic Trainers and Student Athletic Trainers last week in my football shoutout!  It was NOT intentional.  I hope you got a chance to see the Broadway Broncos’ musical “Disney’s the Little Mermaid”.  It was FANTASTIC!  We have such talented students at Boyd!!  Lastly, I had a great time on Friday congratulating all of the AP Scholars.  As a former AP teacher, that meant a lot to me to even have a small moment with our AP students.

Dual Credit Informational Meeting - Tuesday, November 19

The parent and student Dual Credit informational meeting is this Tuesday, November 19th at 3:30pm in the Boyd cafeteria.  At this meeting, dual credit permission forms and course cards will be distributed.  We look forward to seeing you there.

Just a reminder, if your student is interested in dual credit, they must sign up to take the TSI (Texas Success Initiative) Assessment.  The cost of the test is $11 and there will be no charge for Free/Reduced Lunch students.

*Students wanting to take the courses at Collin’s Technical Campus are not required to take the TSI.

TSI Information

Step 1: Register for the exam: https://www.tinyurl.com/MBHSTSIA

Step 2: Pay: https://www.tinyurl.com/TSIPayment

Step 3: Verify your computer will work for testing: https://accuplacer.org/

Step 4: Take the Pre-Assessment (First-time TSIA testers only): https://practice.accuplacer.org/login

Step 5: Take the Free TSIA Prep Course: https://tinyurl.com/TSIAPrepCourse

Registration is DUE 12/2/2024

Bronco Expo - Wednesday, November 20

6-8pm at McKinney Boyd High School

High school course registration for next year will start earlier than previous years.  Incoming 9th grade Broncos, meaning current 8th graders zoned for Boyd, will need to select courses for next year by mid-December.  Current 9th, 10th, and 11th graders will need to have next year's selections made by mid-January.  Our counseling team will make their usual rounds through classes soon to answer questions and distribute course selection information.

If you have questions regarding the upcoming registration offerings for next school year, please join us at our first Bronco Expo!  Current 8th graders zoned for Boyd and current Broncos are invited to attend!  We will have tables clustered in the main hallway by 'next year's grade level' so staff and volunteer students can answer any questions.  If you have been curious about our various offerings, PLEASE join us anytime from 6-8pm.  We will have a presentation in the auditorium for current 8th graders from 6-6:30pm and for all other grades from 6:30-7:00pm.

Please let me explain the difference between our 'open house' style events at Boyd:

• Many months before the next school year, Bronco Expo is mainly about next year's course selections and course offerings for all students.

• Right before the next school year, in early August, Bronco Camp is meant to teach incoming freshmen the Bronco Way and instill school spirit.

• A month after the start of the school year, Meet the Teacher is for all student families to meet their student’s new teachers.

We hope to see you this Wednesday on November 20th!

MacTown Miracles - From NOW until December 13
Our McKinney ISD service project, MacTown Miracles, was founded 19 years ago by the Student Council at McKinney North High School. Since then, it has become a collaborative effort among the Student Councils at all three MISD high schools. This holiday season, we are excited to work together to feed over 700 families in the McKinney community.

At Boyd, we’re focused on collecting canned corn and green beans to contribute to the meal packages. In addition to food items, our Student Council is aiming to raise $2,800 in cash donations to help cover the cost of the meat for these meals.

How You Can Help

1. Encourage Your Students to Donate Canned Goods: To spur participation, Green Cord volunteers will receive 1 hour of service for every 10 items donated (up to a maximum of 70 items for 7 hours).

2. Participate and Help Advertise Spirit Nights: We’ll be partnering with local restaurants, and they’ll be generously donating a portion of their sales! The next one is detailed below:

• Where: Pickleman’s (on 380 between Lake Forest & Hardin)

• When: Monday, November 18, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

• Details: Tell them you’re with McKinney Boyd Student Council!

  3.   Shop/Share Our Wishlists: We’ve created online wishlists for added convenience.

• Amazon Wishlist - School address linked for easy delivery

• Walmart Wishlist - Items will need to be dropped off at Boyd by the donor

Thank you for your support! Let us know if you have any questions.

-MBHS StuCo

Jolly Jive - Friday, December 6, 2024

12/6/2024 - 6:15-7:45 PM - McKinney North HS

What is the Jolly Jive? It is a winter formal dance designed specifically for students with special needs. The Jolly Jive is open to students of all three MISD high schools and Transition Services! No outside guests or dates will be allowed as an MISD student ID will need to be presented at time of admission.

Special Offerings: 

• Beauty Shop - MISD Cosmetology student volunteers will do hair and makeup for students.

• Clothing Boutique - formal attire will be available to borrow for the night of the dance. You are welcome to wear your formal attire or borrow from the boutique. Items offered: Suit jackets, formal dress, and ties.

• Professional Photographer - to capture all the moments.

The Night of the Jolly Jive:

• 5:45 pm arrival = Only for anyone using Beauty Shop/Boutique

• 6:15 pm arrival = ALL dance attendees to meet a buddy

  • parent/guardian will need to come into the school to check the student in

• 6:30-8:00 pm = DANCING & FUN

• 7:45 pm parent arrival = pick up

Please click here to RSVP by November 28

Free/Reduced Lunch Application Deadline - EXTENDED - Ends January 16

Student Free/Reduced lunch deadline has been extended to January 16th.

• Printable Application Form

• Online Application Form - MySchoolBucks app preferred for faster process time

Thank you to everyone for making the last varsity football game of the season against Princeton such a fun-filled event this past Tuesday. It has been an honor and a privilege to watch the players, coaches, sponsors, volunteers, cheerleaders, Bailadoras, color guard, band, athletic trainers, student athletic trainers, and parents/fans each week!

Also, our new marquee/LCD sign has been installed and activated at our front entrance.  This newsletter will always have all of the important information you need to know, but it will be fun to put some of the same info on the marquee.  

Boyd Student Council Fundraiser @ Tropical Smoothie Cafe - November 13

3pm - 8pm: Tropical Smoothie Cafe at 380 & Hardin

Please help us fundraise and support MacTown Miracles!  All three high schools help feed 700 families during the holidays!

https://www.instagram.com/boydstuco/p/DCCfnsyvKAG/

Musical Theatre Production - The Little Mermaid - November 14, 15, and 16

The Broadway Broncos will perform their Musical Theatre production of The Little Mermaid on November 14, 15, and 16th at 7:00 PM in the Boyd Auditorium. There will also be an additional Sensory Friendly performance on November 16th at 2:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased at:

https://broadwaybroncosmbhs.ludus.com/index.php

Tickets are $10-$15, depending on location.

Bronco Expo - Wednesday, November 20

6-8pm at MBHS (main halls)

High school course registration for next year will start earlier than previous years.  Incoming 9th graders, meaning current 8th graders, will need to select courses for next year by mid-December.  Current 9th, 10th, and 11th graders will need to have next year's selections made by mid-January.  Our counseling team will make their usual rounds through classes soon to answer questions and distribute course selection information.

If you have questions regarding the upcoming registration offerings for next school year, please join us at our first Bronco Expo!  Current 8th graders and current Boyd students are invited to attend!  We will have tables clustered in the main hallway by 'next year's grade level' so staff and volunteer students can answer any questions.  If you have been curious about our various offerings, PLEASE join us anytime from 6-8pm.  We will have a presentation in the auditorium for current 8th graders from 6-6:30pm and for all other grades from 6:30-7:00pm.  

In case of confusion, let me explain the difference between our 'open house' style events at Boyd: Bronco Expo is mainly about next year's course selections and course offerings for all students, Bronco Camp is meant to teach incoming freshmen the Bronco Way and instill school spirit, and Meet the Teacher is for all student families to meet teachers at the beginning of each school year.

We hope to see you on November 20th!

Jolly Jive - Friday, December 6, 2024

12/6/2024 - 6:15-7:45 PM - McKinney North HS

What is the Jolly Jive? It is a winter formal dance designed specifically for students with special needs. The Jolly Jive is open to students of all three MISD high schools and Transition Services! No outside guests or dates will be allowed as an MISD student ID will need to be presented at time of admission.

Special Offerings: 

• Beauty Shop - MISD Cosmetology student volunteers will do hair and makeup for students

• Clothing Boutique - formal attire will be available to borrow for the night of the dance. You are welcome to wear your formal attire or borrow from the boutique. Items offered: Suit jackets, formal dress, and ties

• Professional Photographer - to capture all the moments

The Night of the Jolly Jive:

• 5:45 pm arrival = Only for anyone using Beauty Shop/Boutique

• 6:15 pm arrival = ALL dance attendees to meet a buddy

  • parent/guardian will need to come into the school to check the student in

• 6:30-8:00 pm = DANCING & FUN

• 7:45 pm parent arrival = pick up

Please click here to RSVP by November 28

Free/Reduced Lunch Application Deadline - EXTENDED - Ends January 16

Student Free/Reduced lunch deadline has been extended to January 16th.

• Printable Application Form

• Online Application Form - MySchoolBucks app preferred for faster process time

Sorry for the late email this weekend.  In an effort to get this out before the volleyball game tonight, I’ve cut it somewhat short. I apologize to anyone I left out!  Let me know and I'll be sure it include it for the next week's newsletter! - Dr. Hodum

Volleyball - Playoffs, TONIGHT - Monday, November 4, 2024

Time: 6:30 PM

Location: Walnut Grove HS in Prosper

Opponent: Hebron High School

Our Lady Broncos defeated Prosper to advance to the bi-district round of the playoffs.  Let’s show up and cheer them on TONIGHT! – LET ‘EM RUN!!!

TICKET LINK

Pop-Up Thrift Shop by EAC (Student Club) - Saturday, November 9, 2024

9 AM - Noon  In the MBHS North Parking Lot

This is the third year the EAC is hosting a pop-up thrift store, and we need your help!

As you transition your closet from summer to fall/winter and you find yourself getting rid of things – please let us take them! We are looking for teen, men’s, and women’s clothing and shoes (NO kid's clothes or home goods, please). November 9th we will host our event in the north parking lot for the community to shop. The remaining clothes will go to AVID’s caring closet, Salvation Army/Samaritan Inn, or any other local group in need.

Funds will go to continue our work in the flower beds on the south end (and eventually, we plan to work on the north side). Please bring donations to the front office this week-- if you can put them in boxes, that would be helpful, but trash bags also work!

Musical Theatre Production - The Little Mermaid - November 14, 15, and 16

The Broadway Broncos will perform their Musical Theatre production of The Little Mermaid on November 14, 15, and 16th at 7:00 PM in the Boyd Auditorium. There will also be an additional Sensory Friendly performance on November 16th at 2:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased at:

https://broadwaybroncosmbhs.ludus.com/index.php

Tickets are $10-$15, depending on location.

Jolly Jive - Friday, December 6, 2024

What is the Jolly Jive? It is a winter formal dance designed specifically for students with special needs. The Jolly Jive is open to students of all three MISD high schools and Transition Services! No outside guests or dates will be allowed as an MISD student ID will need to be presented at time of admission.

Special Offerings: 

• Beauty Shop - MISD Cosmetology student volunteers will do hair and makeup for students

• Clothing Boutique - formal attire will be available to borrow for the night of the dance. You are welcome to wear your formal attire or borrow from the boutique. Items offered: Suit jackets, formal dress, and ties

• Professional Photographer - to capture all the moments

The Night of the Jolly Jive:

• 5:45 pm arrival = Only for anyone using Beauty Shop/Boutique

• 6:15 pm arrival = ALL dance attendees to meet a buddy

  • parent/guardian will need to come into the school to check the student in

• 6:30-8:00 pm = DANCING & FUN

• 7:45 pm parent arrival = pick up

  • A lounge with refreshments will be available for parent

Please click here to RSVP by November 28

Free/Reduced Lunch Application Deadline - EXTENDED - Ends January 16

Student Free/Reduced lunch deadline has been extended to January 16th.

• Printable Application Form

• Online Application Form - MySchoolBucks app preferred for faster process time