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Join the IHS PTSA!
Our Second Year! Don't Miss Out!
Our Second Year! Don't Miss Out!
The IHS PTSA is excited to introduce its graduation cord program.
It started with Class of 2025
About The Program
About The Program
The IHS PTSA cord is awarded in recognition of service to the school and community.
All eligible seniors meeting requirements will receive the PTSA cord to wear at graduation.
The cord is district-approved! Names of students receiving the cord will be listed in the event program.
Students can register for the program and begin earning points as early as freshman year.
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility & Requirements
All IHS students are eligible for the program
Students must earn the required* service points over the course of their high school careers
*Points are pro-rated for Classes 2026-2027
Students must submit the IHS PTSA Cord Activities Form each year by midnight of the submission date
IHS PTSA membership is encouraged but not required until senior year
Note: Membership is on an annual basis. Students earn 5 points for each year of membership.
Graduating seniors must be an IHS PTSA member by January 31 of senior year
Not sure if you're already a member? Contact membership@ihsptsa.org
Points System
Points System
Students must earn 40* service points over the course of their high school careers. Points are approved and awarded annually via the IHS PTSA Cord Activities Form.
*Required points are pro-rated through 2027
Class of 2026: 20 points required
Class of 2027: 30 points required
Community Service
Community Service
Students are credited with 1 point per approved service hour, with a maximum of 5 points awarded per year
PTAs offering volunteer hours that are eligible for approval include:
IHS PTSA
PTAs in our feeder pattern (Ashley, Norris, Liscano, Nelson)
FISD Council of PTAs
Organizations offering volunteer opportunities that are eligible for approval include nonprofits that support FISD students:
Frisco Threads
Refresh NTX
Lovepacs
Fastpacs
Submitting Your Activities
Submitting Your Activities
Activities must be submitted via the IHS PTSA Cord Activities Form
Seniors must have all activities submitted no later than midnight, March 31
Students in 9th-11th grades must have all activities submitted no later than midnight on May 31
Only submit activities outlined in the "Points System" section above
Questions about an activity qualifying for points? Contact president@ihsptsa.org
IHS PTSA Membership does not need to be submitted via the form. We will award points as soon as you join each year!
Important Dates
Important Dates
Seniors:
January 31: Must be an IHS PTSA member
March 31: Cord Activities Form submitted
Freshmen - Juniors:
May 31: Cord Activities Form submitted
Quick Start Guide To Earning Your Cord!
Quick Start Guide To Earning Your Cord!
Step 1: Join IHS PTSA
Seniors must be an IHS PTSA member by March 31
Membership is not required for 9th-11th grade but strongly encouraged.
Each year of membership earns 5 points!
Step 2: Register With Us
All students interested in earning the IHS PTSA cord must first register via the online registration form
You only need to register once in your high school career
Registration is open to 9th-12th grade IHS students throughout the school year
Step 3: Submit Activities
Seniors must submit their Cord Activities Form by midnight, March 31
9th-11th graders must submit their Cord Activities Form by midnight, May 31
Only submit activities within the approved designations, as outlined above
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When should I register for the program?
A: Students can register for the program at any time. We encourage students to begin as soon as possible, as early as freshman year. The sooner they begin, the easier it is to earn the required points to receive the cord!
Q: Do I need to be an IHS PTSA student member for all 4 years of high school?
A: While we encourage students to be engaged with the PTSA for all 4 years, it is not required to earn the PTSA cord. Students do have to be an IHS PTSA member in their senior year by January 31st. Additionally, students earn 5 points each year just for joining the IHS PTSA! It's a great way to get engaged and earn your points!
Q: My parent(s) is a member of the IHS PTSA. Does this fulfill my requirement of membership?
A: A parent membership does not substitute for a student membership for the graduation cord program. We are grateful for every membership, and encourage both students and parents to join the PTSA - every member is another voice advocating for public education at the state level. Additionally, funds raised from memberships go towards things like senior scholarships, advocacy, and programs. We require student cord recipients to be PTSA members, as the goal of the program is to encourage student engagement in the PTSA and surrounding community.
Q: Are there other benefits to IHS PTSA membership, beyond the cord?
A: Yes, there are many additional benefits! Upon joining IHS PTSA, you become eligible for $2500 in potential scholarships. Only IHS PTSA members have access to all of these scholarship opportunities! Visit our Scholarships page to learn more! Additionally, with your IHS PTSA membership comes automatic membership in both Texas PTA and National PTA. Membership in those organizations provides many benefits - visit the Texas PTA and National PTA websites to learn about business discounts and more!
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