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Welcome to the 12th edition of Email Express, which is the communications tool utilized by Princeton Independent School District. It is distributed on Tuesdays to keep PISD stakeholders informed.
To make information easier to navigate, districtwide events are featured at the top, along with a few seasonal or specialized topics, followed by a section for each campus, as well a centralized testing section, when necessary.
We encourage suggestions on how we can improve our communications, so feel free to email jcollins@princetonisd.net with your ideas.
In addition, like the Princeton ISD Facebook page to stay up-to-date. This account is also linked to the district website at www.princetonisd.net, so you do not need social media to see the postings. In addition, PISD has an official Instagram page to showcase photos from around the district. Follow @PrincetonISD on Instagram to see the kids in action.
| | Princeton ISD needs bus drivers | |
Princeton ISD is hiring. Use the link below to apply and see available positions, which include bus drivers, with a starting pay of $23.50/hour.
Join the Princeton ISD family.
Apply online at www.princetonisd.net/hr/join-our-team
| | Program enters 18th year to provide for children | |
The Angel Tree program, which was developed to assist the less fortunate students in Princeton ISD during Christmas, is entering its 18th year, but the program is now called Princeton Gives. It's the same local charity with the same mission, and adoptions are underway.
Sponsored by the Lions Club, in conjunction with Princeton ISD, this is a great way to give back to the community and provide these children with a holiday they might not experience otherwise.
For the past 17 years, Lions Club has been able to assist every eligible applicant. For 2024, 866 children from 306 Princeton families were adopted through the program.
To be considered as a recipient, the deadline to submit an application to campus counselors for a child is Wednesday, Nov. 19.
Adoptions continue until Monday, Dec. 1.
The No. 1 goal is still to make sure every child is adopted.
Follow these guidelines to provide for a child in need:
- Register at this link to adopt children.
- Spend approximately $75 per child to purchase items from their wish list, including toys and clothes.
- Clearly mark all unwrapped presents with the Family and Child number from the adoption form. Donors are asked to use removable labels with the Family and Child number so the items will not have handwriting on them.
- Drop-off gifts beginning Dec. 1, and the deadline for drop-offs will be Friday, Dec. 5, to ensure families have what they need before school is out for Christmas break. The drop-off location for all donations will be the PISD Administration Building, 804 Mabel Ave.
- If someone cannot afford to adopt an entire child, pair up to adopt a child.
- Make a monetary donation at any campus, administration office, Peoples Bank or SouthState Bank (checks payable to Princeton Lions Club); or give online at this link: Donate to Princeton Gives
- Sponsor a portion of a child by selecting from the trees at either Peoples Bank, SouthState, the Chamber of Commerce or the City of Princeton. Individual items, including toys or clothing, will be available.
For more information, call 469-952-5400 or stop by the PISD Administration Office at 804 Mabel Ave. or visit princetonisd.net/PrincetonGives.
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As a reminder for sports competing at Jackie Hendricks Stadium, the visitor side will be open for all seating for these games, except varsity football.
This will include middle school, freshman and JV football.
Both the home and visitor teams will use the visitor entrance and all fans will be seated on the visitor side with visitor concessions open.
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The PISD athletic department has partnered with the local ministerial alliance for Breakfast of Champions. On the morning of every home football game, athletes are invited to a breakfast at 6:30 a.m. The remaining date and site:
Oct. 30 - New Hope Community Church
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UIL has released its academic eligibility calendar for 2025-2026.
| | Single game tickets will be available on a week-by-week basis. Individual tickets will be $10 for reserved and $8 for general admission if purchased by 3 p.m. on game day, after which seats will be $12/reserved and $10/general admission. | | |
Princeton ISD athletics offers several sports passes, which are non-refundable.
All Sports Pass (students only)
10 scans $33 plus fee
20 scans $43 plus fee
All Sports Pass is valid for either 10 or 20 scans and entitles the holder to claim a single or multiple admission for any PISD HS or MS regular season home game during the 2025-2026 school year, excluding playoffs, tournaments and varsity football games.
All Sports Pass (middle school)
10 scans $33 plus fee
20 scans $55 plus fee
All Sports Pass is valid for either 10 or 20 scans and entitles the holder to claim a single or multiple admission for any PISD MS regular season home game during the 2025-2026 school year, excluding playoffs, tournaments and varsity football games.
All Sports Pass (high school)
10 scans $53 plus fee
20 scans $103 plus fee
All Sports Pass is valid for either 10 or 20 scans and entitles the holder to claim a single or multiple admission for any PISD HS regular season home game during the 2025-2026 school year, excluding playoffs, tournaments and varsity football games.
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Princeton ISD is investigating course offerings for students. To assist in the research, complete the survey below to indicate your course preference.
https://tinyurl.com/4kfudj6v
| | Heads up for traffic/parking issues | |
The City of Princeton will pour concrete for the parking lot adjacent to the PSHS tennis courts along Boorman Avenue on Saturday, Nov. 1.
| | | | Cocoa with the Characters | | Family fun with Charlie Brown | |
"A Charlie Brown Christmas"
Princeton Sr. High School theater will present "A Charlie Brown Christmas" by Charles M. Schulz, adapted by Eric Shaeffer, at 6 p.m. Nov. 13, 14 and 15 and 2 p.m. Nov. 15, at the PSHS auditorium. Join them as they bring this beloved holiday classic to life on stage and watch as Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the Peanuts gang discover the true meaning of Christmas through friendship, laughter and a little holiday magic.
Tickets on sale now at:
https://www.vancoevents.com/us/events/landing/59252
"Cocoa with the Characters"
The students will also host “Cocoa with the Characters” from 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 15 to accompany the upcoming musical, “A Charlie Brown Christmas.”
Tickets for the character event are $15 and include a Christmas cookie baked by the PSHS culinary students, hot cocoa, child’s choice of ornament to decorate (all materials provided) and getting to meet the Charlie Brown cast, as well as a Christmas photo backdrop for family pictures.
Link to purchase tickets: https://princetonisd.revtrak.net/fine-arts-menu/rw-fine-arts-theater/ and click on "Crafts with the Characters."
| | Thanksgiving lunch schedule | |
All PISD campuses will serve Thanksgiving lunch following this schedule:
Monday, Nov. 17: All secondary campuses and Perkins and Canup
Tuesday, Nov. 18: Mayfield, James, Harper, Lowe
Wednesday, Nov.19: Lacy, Godwin, Smith, Green
Price for guests will be $4. Students who are not part of the free and reduced-price meal program will pay $2.85.
Reservation and payment deadline will be Oct. 24. More details will be coming from your child's campus.
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Make sure you're in the know by following Princeton ISD on our official platforms.
- Get updates on important dates
- Hear about campus events and student celebrations
- Receive reminders and helpful information
| | New law bans personal devices | |
The Texas Legislature recently passed a new state law, House Bill 1481, impacts all Texas public schools. The new law prohibits the use of cellphones and other personal communication devices during the school day. This is not a Princeton ISD policy change, but a legal requirement that all districts must follow effective immediately.
Under HB 1481, students may not use personal devices at any time during the instructional day, from the first bell to the last. This includes classrooms, hallways, passing periods and lunch. Devices must remain off, out of sight and securely stored for the duration of the school day.
The law applies to personal communication devices, such as:
- Cellphones and smartphones
- Smartwatches
- Tablets
- Smartglasses
- Any communication-capable device not issued by the district for instructional purposes, including personal laptops
| | Free eye care and glasses | |
The Princeton chapter of Lions Club has partnered with PISD to offer free eye exams and glasses for students in need. Students must qualify for the free service.
For more information on free vision screening and glasses, see the campus nurse.
In addition, Princeton Lions Club will take all those old glasses taking up space in your drawers. Drop off at PISD admin, 804 Mabel Avenue adjacent to Clark and the stadium, or the nurse’s office on any campus.
| | The local civic organization exists to serve the community, and one of the primary outreach programs centers around vision. | | |
A new online spirit store offers spirit wear for every Princeton ISD campus. See a few of the design options above. Every school has its own personalized campus style.
Use the link to order and show your school pride.
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Princeton ISD schools and offices will be closed Monday-Friday, Nov. 24-28, for Thanksgiving. Normal classes and office hours resume Monday, Dec. 1.
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Princeton schools will release early on Friday, Dec. 19, for Christmas break and will follow this schedule:
Clark, Mattei and Southard release at 12:30 p.m.
PHS and Lovelady release at noon, but lunch is served from 12:05-12:30 p.m. with buses running at 12:30.
Godwin, Harper, Green, James, Lacy, Lowe, Mayfield and Smith release at 1:30 p.m.
Canup and Perkins release at 1:40 p.m.
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The Princeton ISD school board approved calendars for the next two years. See calendars below.
Click here for a copy of the 2025-2026 school calendar.
Click here for a copy of the 2026-2027 school calendar.
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Normal office hours for Princeton ISD are Monday through Friday following these times:
PISD administration building: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Elementary campuses: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Secondary campuses: 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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Board meetings are held monthly, typically on the third Monday of the month, except on months when the meeting would conflict with a school holiday. Board meetings, which are held in the board room at the administration building, 804 Mabel Avenue, begin at 6:30 p.m. and are open to the public.
Meetings are now live-streamed and archived. Find the link on the Board of Trustees page of the website at https://www.princetonisd.net/our-district/board.
The board meetings for 2025-2026 will be:
Nov. 17
Dec. 15
Jan. 12
Feb. 23
March 23
April 20
May 18
June 15
July 20
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In today’s digital world, keeping kids safe online can feel overwhelming—especially with the rise of AI, deepfakes and ever-changing technology.
Join Oliver Crandon, a Wellness Education Director and speaker, youth culture expert, and parent, for a practical, eye-opening conversation designed to equip families for the digital age.
Oliver will unpack current trends and share simple, actionable tools to help you guide your child with wisdom and confidence, from spotting AI-generated content to setting healthy screen boundaries.
You’ll learn about:
-The 5 Ws of Online Safety: Who, what, when, where and why to monitor
-AI & Deepfakes: Helping kids spot what’s real vs. fake
-Progressive Boundaries: Growing digital guidance as kids mature
-Tools That Help: Bark, Qustodio, Family Link and more
-Modeling Digital Wisdom: Raising wise, not fearful, kids
Don’t miss this free opportunity to get informed, equipped and encouraged to parent with purpose in the digital world.
REGISTER AT THIS LINK to reserve your spot and gain practical tools to help your child thrive safely online. Even if you can't attend live, you receive access to the recorded version afterward.
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For senior parents, Friday, Nov. 14, is the deadline for senior recognition ads in the 2026 PSHS yearbook.
All senior recognition ads must be paid for, created and submitted online by Friday, Nov. 14.
Use the link below to purchase and create a senior yearbook recognition ad.
https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A08518900
Now is the time to start collecting photos and preparing a plan for your senior recognition ad. Click here for more information.
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Princeton Sr. High theater will present "A Charlie Brown Christmas" by Charles M. Schulz, adapted by Eric Shaeffer, at 6 p.m. Nov. 13, 14 and 15 and 2 p.m. Nov. 15, at the PSHS auditorium. Join them as they bring this beloved holiday classic to life on stage and watch as Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the Peanuts gang discover the true meaning of Christmas through friendship, laughter and a little holiday magic.
Tickets on sale now at:
https://www.vancoevents.com/us/events/landing/59252
| | Cocoa with the Characters | |
The Princeton Senior High School theater department will host “Cocoa with the Characters” from 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 15 to promote the upcoming musical, “A Charlie Brown Christmas.”
Tickets for the character event are $15 and include a Christmas cookie baked by the PSHS culinary students, hot cocoa, child’s choice of ornament to decorate (all materials provided) and getting to meet the Charlie Brown cast, as well as a Christmas photo backdrop for family pictures.
Link to purchase tickets: https://princetonisd.revtrak.net/fine-arts-menu/rw-fine-arts-theater/ and click on "Crafts with the Characters."
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Oct. 30: Neon spirit day
Oct. 30: Pep rally
Nov. 14: Senior ad deadline
Nov. 17: Thanksgiving lunch
Nov. 18: Underclassman retakes
Nov. 20: Senior portrait retakes
Dec. 10: Soccer photos
Jan. 21: Golf, powerlifting, softball, wrestling photos
Jan. 24: Baseball, track photos
| | PSHS pep rally, student section themes | | |
Princeton Sr. High School now has a Facebook page. Click link below.
Princeton Sr. High School Facebook
| | Nov. 17: Thanksgiving lunch | | |
Click the link to connect with the Lovelady High School Facebook page.
Lovelady Facebook
| | Clark Thanksgiving lunch will be Nov. 17. Cost is $4. Limit of two visitors per student. Guests must register in advance. Signup form available in front office and during all lunches or use form above. | | |
Volunteers are needed to work concessions at Clark. Use the link in the QR code to sign up.
| | Clark Facebook/Instagram/SportsYou | |
Follow Clark Facebook to stay connected with information.
Use QR code to connect with @clark_panther. Use access code to join SportsYou.
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Oct. 31: Deadline for Red Ribbon Week poster contest - winner receives a Sonic lunch
Nov. 14: Multicultural Night with Green, Lowe and Harper
Nov. 17: Thanksgiving lunch
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Nov. 13: Multicultural night, 5:30-7 p.m., with Mayfield and Perkins
Nov. 17: Thanksgiving lunch
April 1: Spring photos
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Follow Mattei Facebook to stay connected with information.
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Nov. 17: Thanksgiving lunch
March 27: Spring photos
| | Follow Southard Facebook to stay connected with information. | | |
Southard's online spirit wear store is open all year. Southard and generic Princeton items available for purchase.
Visit https://princetonisd.revtrak.net/spirit-wear/spirit-wear-sms/
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Follow Godwin Elementary on its new Facebook page.
Godwin discontinued its previous Facebook GROUP in September.
Find the page at https://www.facebook.com/GodwinElementary
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Godwin is celebrating Red Ribbon Week with these remaining spirit days.
Wednesday: Wear neon
Thursday: Princeton Pride
Friday: Storybook characters
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Nov. 4: Picture retakes
Nov. 10: Veterans Day 4th-grade music program
Nov. 19: Thanksgiving lunch
Jan. 15: Class pictures
Feb. 12: Spring pictures
April 8: Kinder cap and gown
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Nov. 7: Fun run
Nov. 10: Veterans Day 4th-grade music program
Nov. 19: Thanksgiving lunch
Jan. 22: Class pictures
March 30: Spring pictures
April 14: Kinder cap and gown
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Follow Green Elementary PTO Facebook group by clicking the link below:
Green Elementary PTO Facebook
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Follow Green Elementary Facebook by clicking the link below:
Green Elementary Facebook
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Nov. 10: Veterans Day 4th-grade music program
Nov. 18: Thanksgiving lunch
Jan. 26: Class pictures
Feb. 25: Spring pictures
April 17: Kinder cap and gown
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This is Red Ribbon Week, and Harper is celebrating with the remaining spirit days:
Wednesday: Put Drugs to Sleep
Wear pajamas
Thursday: We Are Wild About Living Drug-free
Wear animal print or an animal shirt
Friday: Say BOO to Drugs
Wear school-appropriate Halloween costume. No masks, face paint or accessories.
| | Harper Elementary Facebook |
Follow Harper Elementary on Facebook. Search HarperES or click link below.
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Nov. 10: Veterans Day 4th-grade music program
Nov. 18: Thanksgiving lunch
Jan. 23: Class pictures
April 2: Spring pictures
April 15: Kinder cap and gown
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Follow James Facebook by clicking the link below:
James Elementary Facebook
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Follow James PTO Facebook by clicking the link below:
James Elementary PTO Facebook
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Oct. 31: Dance-a-thon
Nov. 10: Veterans Day 4th-grade music program
Nov. 19: Thanksgiving lunch
Jan. 13: Class pictures
Feb. 26: Spring pictures
April 10: Kinder cap and gown
| | Follow Lacy Facebook to stay connected with information. | | To join the Lacy Remind, text @lacyfamily to 81010. | | |
Oct. 27-31: Red Ribbon Week. See remaining spirit days.
Nov. 5: Picture retakes
Nov. 10: Veterans Day 4th-grade music program
Nov. 18: Thanksgiving lunch
Jan. 14: Class pictures
Feb. 11: Spring pictures
April 21: Kinder cap and gown
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Look for the Lowe Facebook page under Lowe Elementary School to stay informed.
You can follow the Lowe Facebook page for up-to-date information at:
LOWE FACEBOOK PAGE
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You can follow the Lowe PTO Facebook page for up-to-date information at:
| | Mayfield Elementary School | |
You can follow the Mayfield Facebook page for up-to-date information at:
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Oct. 27-31: Red Ribbon Week. See remaining spirit days.
Nov. 5: Hockey game reward
Nov. 10: Veterans Day 4th-grade music program
Nov. 13: Multicultural night at Mattei
Nov. 18: Thanksgiving lunch
Nov. 19: Science day camp
Nov. 20: Balloons Over Mayfield
Jan. 21: Class pictures
Feb. 23: Spring pictures
April 16: Kinder cap and gown
| | What's the scoop at Smith? | |
Nov. 10: Veterans Day 4th-grade music program
Nov. 19: Thanksgiving lunch
Jan. 16: Class pictures
Feb. 10: Spring pictures
April 7: Kinder cap and gown
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Red Ribbon Week is Oct. 27-31, and the theme is "Life is a Puzzle - Solve it Drug-Free. Smith is celebrating with the remaining spirit days:
Wednesday: Crossword Day
Dress in black and white, checkerboard or crossword-inspired outfits.
Thursday: Use Your Brain, Be Drug Free
Wear a “thinking cap” (funny hats, brain-themed headbands or DIY puzzle hats).
Friday: Say BOO to Drugs
Wear school-appropriate Halloween costume.
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Oct. 27-31: Red Ribbon Week - Wednesday, wear jersey/team gear; Thursday, wear Disney (classroom theme); Friday, wear pajamas
Nov. 12: Picture retakes
Nov. 17: Thanksgiving lunch
Jan. 27: Class pictures
March 26: Spring pictures
| | Perkins Early Childhood Center principal Courtney Croy and assistant principal Natalie Whitt announced LaQuitia Thomas as Teacher of the Month and Perla Canales as Paraprofessional of the Month. | | The Perkins Early Childhood Center has a Facebook page. It can be accessed at Perkins Early Childhood Center Facebook. | | |
Oct. 27-31: Red Ribbon Week. See remaining spirit days.
Oct. 31: "Adventure Dash" fun run
Nov. 13: Picture retakes
Nov. 13: Multicultural Night at Mattei
Nov. 17: Thanksgiving lunch
Jan. 28: Class pictures
April 3: Spring pictures
| | Watch PISD grow - under construction now | |
Abbott Elementary School
Larry and Sandra Abbott Elementary School will be the district's 10th elementary school. The facility will be located in northen Princeton ISD on a 12-acre site in the Lennar neighborhood development at the intersection of FM 75 (Longneck Road) and County Road 831.
This property is situated east of Longneck Road and north of both Monte Carlo Boulevard and the lagoon development.
Abbott Elementary School opens for the 2027-2028 school year.
Plans passed with 2023 bond package
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Anthony Sr. High School
Philip Anthony Sr. High School will be the district's 2nd senior high. The facility will be located on the same property as Harper Elementary School, and the entrance will face County Road 398 with access to County Road 447.
The first phase of Anthony opens for the 2029-2030 school year.
Plans passed with 2023 bond package
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Banschbach Middle School
Thomas Banschbach Middle School will be the district's fourth middle school. The facility will be located along the future extension of Cypress Bend Parkway situated in the area west of Beauchamp Boulevard, north of Myrick Lane and east of Simpson Road.
Thomas Banschbach Middle School opens for the 2026-2027 school year.
Plans passed with 2023 bond package
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Carrell Elementary School
Joyce Carrell Elementary School will be the district's ninth elementary school. The facility will be located along the future extension of Cypress Bend Parkway situated in the area west of Beauchamp Boulevard, north of Myrick Lane and east of Simpson Road.
Joyce Carrell Elementary School opens for the 2026-2027 school year.
Plans passed with 2023 bond package
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Talley Elementary School
Dianne Talley Elementary School will be the district's 11th elementary school. The facility will be located will be located on a 10-acre site in southern Princeton. The site is in the Lennar neighborhood development of Tillage Farms along FM 982 near Tillage Drive about a mile south of the Bridgewater subdivision.
Talley Elementary School opens for the 2027-2028 school year.
Plans passed with 2023 bond package
| | | If you have any questions, comments or suggestions about the district's communications, I can be reached through this email address, jcollins@princetonisd.net or by calling 469.952.5400, ext. 3504. | | | | |
