McKinney, Texas — As the sun made its way over the hazy summer horizon on the morning of Friday, Aug. 2, McKinney ISD Superintendent Shawn Pratt and MISD leadership welcomed the district's administrators, teachers and support staff as they made their way into McKinney ISD Stadium for the 2024 MISD Convocation. It was a celebratory opportunity to look back at last year's successes and to look eagerly toward the soon to arrive 2024–2025 school year.
The McKinney Boyd High School Bailadoras perform during the 2024 McKinney ISD Convocation. They were joined by the McKinney High School Marquettes and the McKinney North High School Northstars as well as band, orchestra, choir and theatre members from all three high schools. (More photos below.)
MISD campus principals kicked the festivities off with a school spirit competition (won by Frazier Elementary) and a hula hoop contest (won by Malvern’s Inetra Nelson) that was followed by performances from the always impressive and talented McKinney Boyd High School, McKinney High School and McKinney North High School bands, drill teams and cheerleaders along with members of their equally gifted orchestra, choir and theatre programs.
McKinney Mayor George Fuller
McKinney ISD Board Secretary Harvey Oaxaca
McKinney Mayor George Fuller spoke of his deep appreciation for MISD and the collaborative partnership enjoyed by the city and the district. Then, Board Secretary Harvey Oaxaca ignited the crowd with a heartfelt, passionate reminder of the powerful impact that teachers have on students' lives.
Choir and theatre members from McKinney High School, McKinney North High School and McKinney Boyd High School perform at the 2024 McKinney ISD Convocation.
That theme reverberated in the remarks of Superintendent Shawn Pratt. "I can't help but think about all the lives that have been impacted by the people in this stadium," he said. "You make a huge impact on our young people, our community, our great state and our great nation. I just want to say thank you, a sincere thank you, from myself and the board of trustees for what you do every day."
Pratt introduced the morning's keynote speaker, the always energizing Jon Gordon, who brought a message about the FUEL of positive leadership. "I just want you to know there is more work for you to do," he said. "There are more students for you to impact. There are more lives to touch. There are families to help in this district ... You guys have the most amazing district right here and the most amazing people. It's going to be an amazing year. The best is yet to come!"
Keynote speaker Jon Gordon brought an energizing message of encouragement about the FUEL of positivity.
School begins on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024.
And, McKinney ISD can't wait to get started!
The district extends its gratitude to all of the students and fine arts directors who invested their time and talents to help make this year's Convocation an inspiring and truly special event!
Guest speaker Jon Gordon's visit was made possible through a grant and a generous donation from First United Bank. Thank you!
