Enroll with McKinney ISD

It’s Time to Enroll — Welcome to McKinney ISD!

We are thrilled to open enrollment for new students and can’t wait to welcome the next generation of learners to McKinney ISD!

Every new enrollment represents a story that is just beginning; a future leader, innovator, artist, athlete, or world-changer stepping into classrooms filled with opportunity. From our youngest kindergarten students to families joining us from across the community, we are excited to partner with you in this journey.

At McKinney ISD, our vision is simple: Every Student. Every Day.
That means every learner is known, supported, challenged, and inspired every single day they walk through our doors. We are committed to high expectations, strong relationships, and meaningful learning experiences that prepare students for life beyond graduation.

Early enrollment helps us our team plan intentionally and ensure the right staffing, class placements, and supports are in place so that each child begins the year strong. When you enroll early, you help us live out our vision of serving every student, every day with excellence.

Let’s get started - Your McKinney ISD story begins here! 💙

Important Dates:

February 16, 2026 - Lawson Head Start Enrollment

March 2, 2026- New Student Enrollment (for students NEW to McKinney ISD)

April 2, 2026- Lawson PreK Enrollment

April 6-8, 2026- Kindergarten Roundup

April 20, 2026- MISD Preschool/ Employee Childcare Registration

April 29, 2026- Team McKinney Welcome Tours

May 11, 2026- Club 360 After School Program Registration

Mid July, 2026- Back to School Forms for New & Returning Students

August 10, 2026- Elementary Meet the Teacher Night

August 11, 2026- Middle School Meet the Teacher Night

August 13, 2026- First Day of School

New Year - English

New Year - Spanish

Enrollment Process

Before you begin, please note:

  • Your child’s zoned campus is determined by your home address.

  • Proof of residency is required to complete enrollment.

  • Students enrolling in Kindergarten must be 5 years old on or before September 1.

  • Immunizations must be current in order to finalize enrollment.

  • Families applying to Dual Language or Academy programs will need to complete additional steps beyond standard enrollment.

  • The online enrollment application must be completed in full before the campus can process your student.

  • Transportation eligibility is determined by zoning and specific program placement.

Taking a few moments to gather required documents and review program options before starting will make the enrollment process smooth and efficient.

We look forward to welcoming your family to McKinney ISD.

Enrollment Checklist

These documents will be needed for enrollment:

Original birth certificate (or certified copy which includes a certificate number and is issued by the state), passport or other documents suitable as proof of the student's identity.

Texas law requires the parent enrolling a student under the age of 11 to:

  • provide the original or certified copy of the student’s birth certificate at the time of enrollment; or

  • provide other reliable proof of the child’s identity and age (e.g., passport) plus a signed statement explaining the inability to produce an original or certified copy of the birth certificate.

Current immunization record signed by a physician. Immunizations, per Texas requirements, must be up to date with proper documentation prior to enrollment and attending class.
List of immunizations required.

Proof of residency in McKinney ISD (natural gas or electricity bill, original lease agreement, or approved certificate of eligibility to enroll form)

Most recent report card/withdrawal form from the previous school

Social Security card (if available; if not, the student will be assigned a state ID number)

High school transcript (if applicable)

Valid Identification - Parent’s valid driver’s license, or state identification card, or guardian information form, and guardian’s driver’s license or state identification card. 

  • If the parent or guardian is not a licensed driver or has not obtained a state ID card, other photo ID will be considered including, but not limited to, a passport or employment identification card.

Early Childhood Programs

  • Military Dependents (Department of Defense ID required) 

  • A letter documenting conservatorship by the Department of Family and Protective Services (if applicable)

  • Proof of income, if applicable (current paycheck stub, tax return, food stamp documentation, or Food and Nutritional Services letter)