Frisco ISD Expands Access Frisco Program to High School Students

Frisco ISD formally expanded its Access Frisco open enrollment program to include students entering high school for the 2026 to 2027 school year, the district announced December 8. Previously the program covered prekindergarten through ninth grade, and the extension opens new opportunities for students from outside the district to attend participating campuses that are operating at or below capacity.

The district set a priority application window from Jan. 12 through Jan. 23, 2026, followed by a rolling application period beginning Jan. 24, 2026. The program is designed to help the district fill available seats, improve operational efficiency and generate additional state funding as Frisco ISD responds to shifting enrollment patterns across Collin County and surrounding communities.

For local families, the change could mean greater school choice without a residential move, but it also raises practical questions about transportation, access to specialized services and equitable distribution of resources. Additional students bring more state funding tied to attendance, which can support school nurses, counseling staff and other health related services that contribute to student wellbeing. At the same time, increased enrollment requires planning to ensure timely access to special education, mental health supports and routine school health services for all students.

Public health implications for the county include potential changes in demand for school linked health programs and immunization record management as student rosters shift across district lines. For lower income families, the cost and logistics of traveling to a school outside their home district may present barriers, which could limit the equity gains the program seeks to achieve unless the district pairs open enrollment with transportation or support services.

As Frisco ISD moves forward, community members and policymakers will need to monitor how the expansion affects classroom capacities, staffing, health services and funding allocations. Parents and guardians interested in applying should note the Jan. 12 to Jan. 23 priority window and the rolling window that begins Jan. 24, and follow district guidance for deadlines and eligibility as the district implements the change.