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Third Annual Serenity High Fundraising Breakfast

This special edition podcast features a round table from the Women In Sports Online event featuring Jennifer Frazier, Athletic Director at McKinney ISD in Texas, Valerie Little, Executive Director of Student Engagement at Prosper ISD in Texas, Jean LaClair, Athletic Director at Bronson Schools in Michigan, and Kerrie Rosati with the Indiana High School Athletic Association. They each share their experiences in the sports world from the high school to the collegiate levels.   Links: Women in Sports Webpage: https://www.daktronics.com/en-us/events/women-in-sports Women in Sports News Release: https://www.daktronics.com/news/daktronics-women-in-sports-online-event-returns-with-special-round-table Jennifer Frazier's Personal Development List: https://daktronics.widen.net/s/fsw2sbxpnp/wis_-book-podcast-list_jennifer-frazier Valerie Little's Personal Development List: https://daktronics.widen.net/s/lm5qbtfknc/wis_-book-podcast-list_valerie-little Kerrie Rosati's Personal Development List: https://daktronics.widen.net/s/sqpxgcv67c/wis_-book-podcast-list_kerrie-rosati Jean LaClair's Personal Development List: https://daktronics.widen.net/s/wshhbhgrh5/wis_-book-podcast-list_jean-laclair-1  

In this podcast episode, Julie Alexander is joined by Camille Borg to discuss the critical issue of sexual misconduct in the massage therapy industry. The conversation centers around the personal experiences of both Julie and Camille, detailing the inappropriate actions of massage therapists they encountered. They emphasize the importance of reporting such actions to authorities and shed light on the stigma associated with speaking out. Camille Borg, a family law attorney, shares her insights on supporting victims and navigating the legal process. The episode advocates for raising awareness, maintaining professional boundaries, and supporting victims to prevent further misconduct in the industry. [04:35] Camille's Story of Inappropriate Massage Experience [14:13] Julie's Story of Inappropriate Massage Experience [21:47] The Importance of Reporting and Taking Action [21:47] Call to Action for the Massage Community [35:39] Concluding Thoughts and Resources Topics Discussed: Addressing Misconduct in Massage Therapy How to Report Inappropriate Behavior by a Massage Therapist Supporting Abuse Victims through Family Law More about Camille Borg Check out Camille's Website to learn more Prior to law school, Camille worked as a social worker, helping victims of abuse and crimes, patients with eating disorders and other mental illnesses, and at-risk youth. After teaching bilingual special-education students in a McKinney ISD elementary school, she directed a Dallas battered woman's shelter. Throughout each of these experiences, Camille repeatedly had clients who faced legal problems. It was not long before Camille decided to take the next step for her clients and apply to law school. In 2014 she came back to her McKinney as a licensed divorce and family law attorney to share her legal skills with the injured in Collin and Dallas counties. Camille's psychology and social work background combined with her legal experience provides her with unique insight in family law matters. Her compassionate heart and zeal for client advocacy through legal representation ensure her clients fight for the best outcome possible.

In this podcast episode, Julie Alexander is joined by Camille Borg to discuss the critical issue of sexual misconduct in the massage therapy industry. The conversation centers around the personal experiences of both Julie and Camille, detailing the inappropriate actions of massage therapists they encountered.   They emphasize the importance of reporting such actions to authorities and shed light on the stigma associated with speaking out. Camille Borg, a family law attorney, shares her insights on supporting victims and navigating the legal process. The episode advocates for raising awareness, maintaining professional boundaries, and supporting victims to prevent further misconduct in the industry.   [04:35] Camille's Story of Inappropriate Massage Experience [14:13] Julie's Story of Inappropriate Massage Experience [21:47] The Importance of Reporting and Taking Action [21:47] Call to Action for the Massage Community [35:39] Concluding Thoughts and Resources   Topics Discussed: Addressing Misconduct in Massage Therapy How to Report Inappropriate Behavior by a Massage Therapist Supporting Abuse Victims through Family Law More about Camille Borg  Check out Camille's Website to learn more Prior to law school, Camille worked as a social worker, helping victims of abuse and crimes, patients with eating disorders and other mental illnesses, and at-risk youth. After teaching bilingual special-education students in a McKinney ISD elementary school, she directed a Dallas battered woman's shelter. Throughout each of these experiences, Camille repeatedly had clients who faced legal problems. It was not long before Camille decided to take the next step for her clients and apply to law school. In 2014 she came back to her McKinney as a licensed divorce and family law attorney to share her legal skills with the injured in Collin and Dallas counties. Camille's psychology and social work background combined with her legal experience provides her with unique insight in family law matters. Her compassionate heart and zeal for client advocacy through legal representation ensure her clients fight for the best outcome possible.

On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Kyle Sinclair, is the Vice-Chair of the Bexar County GOP.  He is the CEO of a local San Antonio hospital. And a former congressional candidate.ANDChad Green is a proud native Texan who graduated from Texas A&M University's class of 2000. He has resided in McKinney, Texas for more than eight years. He's a board member of the McKinney ISD.ANDSydnie Henry, Managing editor, Texas Scorecard

Jennifer Frazier and Seth Stinton Notes: Join Jennifer Frazier, Director of Athletics for McKinney ISD, and Seth Stinton, Director of Athletics for Melissa ISD, as they talk to host Chris Doelle about how coaches should prepare for the upcoming school year. They dive into not only the challenges of preparing for the athletic school year […]

We head back to TEXAS and a Great visit with Jennifer Frazier who is the Athletic Director for the McKinney ISD. Jennifer has an TREMENDOUS background as an Athlete, Coach, AD, and Leader and today she shares her story along with some BEST PRACTICES on The Educational AD Podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/educational-ad-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/educational-ad-podcast/support

Can you survive on an entry-level teacher's salary? Christine and Dave about their experiences surviving on a teacher salary in the Dallas, Texas area and how they were able to save money and eventually buy a house. Here are the key points from the discussion: The starting salary for a first-year teacher in McKinney ISD is $60,450 per month. After taxes and deductions, a single person could take home around $4,300 per month. Rent for a one-bedroom apartment in McKinney can be around $1,075 per month, including utilities and internet. Other expenses include car payments, gas, groceries, phone bill, streaming services, clothes, entertainment, and student loan debt. We estimate that a single person could live comfortably on around $2,500 per month, leaving $1,800 left over for savings. By saving consistently for a few years, it is possible to save up for a down payment on a house. We also discuss the importance of side hustles and how we were able to supplement our income when we were first starting out. We acknowledge that everyone's situation is different and that there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of whether or not someone can survive on an entry-level teacher's salary. However, we believe that it is possible with careful planning and budgeting. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frugalfitmom/support

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McKinney ISD (blinks) Republican party Blame game Just me

In this AD Insider | Thursday 30 episode, presented by Box Out Sports, we sat down with Laura Keahey, Assistant Athletic Director at McKinney ISD (TX)...aka the Google QUEEN. Laura shares some Google Workspace tips and tools to create more efficient athletic departments.In this episode, we covered the following topics: Google Drive organization to streamline information, resources and checklists for coaches' compliance, utilizing Google Sheets to stay on budget, managing media badges with Google Forms, and handling venue requests with Google Forms.Support the show

Two Americans survive deadly kidnapping in Mexico; Texas auto insurance rates soar 24%, homeowners rates up 11%; 41 North Texas churches are disaffiliating from the United Methodist Church; Parents sue McKinney ISD driver alleging false imprisonment of students; North Texas city getting Peppa Pig Theme Park

Plus, testimony continues Wednesday in the trial of a Denton man accused of intentionally hitting a teenager with his SUV, and the parents of 13 McKinney ISD students are suing the district, the bus company, and a driver after the driver got lost while taking the students home.

Today we kick off 2023 and a new season of the Hangin' with the AD Podcast with a trip to Texas and sit down with Jennifer Frazier who serves as the Director of Athletics for the McKinney ISD in McKinney, TX. Jennifer is a highly decorated former athlete and now athletic director who has a heart for the community she serves there in McKinney. She is a critical thinker who is always looking to get better and grow her programs and coaches that she leads. She understands the important, and in some cases essential, piece athletics can play in the lives of our student athletes and you'll hear that during our conversation today. Let's settle in and get to know Jennifer Frazier.

The book fight continues! Rachel Elliott, concerned parent and Patriot from McKinney, Texas has brought over 280 controversial books to the attention of the community and McKinney Independent School District (ISD) School Board for the past few months. This has been gaining momentum and attention from a national level as well. Chad Green, a McKinney ISD School Board Trustee, also joins us on the show today to highlight his fight as he represents the students and the tax payers in this community. He has been under fire from those with opposing views since he has been so vocal to continue to fight for the children. This episode is packed full of great information, especially for those who have been wondering how to get involved in their local communities. McKinney ISD couple challenges 282 books for removal within the districtChad Green, MISD Board Trustee

Taraji P. Henson Confirms Split From Fiancé Kelvin Hayden 2 Years After Engagement.CVS hiring several thousand work-from-home employees among 15,000 openings.Greenville ISD closing campuses due to COVID-19.McKinney ISD learned that an individual on our Faubion campus tested positive for COVID-19.Follow;Facebook Podcast Group - Georgia'sTalkInstagram - www.instagram.com/georgiastalk/Twitter - https//twitter.com/galanders001YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/georgiastalkSubscribe to website - www.georgiastalk.comPurchase MerchPlease also listen to my Trailer.

Taraji P. Henson Confirms Split From Fiancé Kelvin Hayden 2 Years After Engagement. CVS hiring several thousand work-from-home employees among 15,000 openings. Greenville ISD closing campuses due to COVID-19. McKinney ISD learned that an individual on our Faubion campus tested positive for COVID-19. Follow; Facebook Podcast Group - Georgia'sTalk Instagram - www.instagram.com/georgiastalk/ Twitter - https//twitter.com/galanders001 YouTube - http://www.youtube.com/georgiastalk Subscribe to website - www.georgiastalk.com Purchase Merch Please also listen to my Trailer. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/georgiastalk/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/georgiastalk/support

Campbell's Soup in Paris Texas is hiring, Parents protest Mckinney ISD's plan to start school online, Greenville hit and Run Crash, Greenville Man Charged with Sex Trafficking, and also Husband and Wife killed in Hunt County Crash. Please follow me on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Apple iTunes, or whatever Podcasting Streaming outlet your using. Also check out my website at www.georgiastalk.com @Georgiastalk on Facebook @georgiastalk on Instagram @galanders001 on Twitter On every social outlet under Georgia's Talk Become a Patron! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/georgiastalk/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/georgiastalk/support

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Lewisville ISD, McKinney ISD, Austin, Texas, Dallas ISD, California's ISD, all the in-between. Online classes and some considering year round schooling. Taxes are due today! Verse for today Hebrews 4:16 https://www.facebook.com/GeorgiasTalk/ https://www.instagram.com/georgiastalk/ https://twitter.com/galanders001 www.georgiastalk.com https://georgiastalk.blogspot.com/ https://www.pinterest.com/GeorgiasTalk/georgias-talk/ https://georgiastalk.tumblr.com/ If you're interested in becoming a supporter just support this podcast with a small monthly donation to help sustain future episodes. Thanks' for listening to Georgia's Talk good people. As always thanks for having Georgia on your mind! www.georgiastalk.com @GeorgiasTalk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/georgiastalk/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/georgiastalk/support

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Jana Jansson, BS, CLC, APSProgram Director, Coalition for McKinney, Drug Free YouthExecutive Director, Engage Collin County​​​Jana Jansson is a Drug and Alcohol prevention, recovery and education professional. Jana’s commitment to youth and the issues they face is evidenced in her conviction and passion for educating today’s youth and community. She is dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of others. She is a graduate of Liberty University with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Addiction and Recovery. Jana is a Certified Life Coach (CLC) and Associate Prevention Specialist (APS). ​​In her career, she has served as: ​• Current Program Director for The Freestyle Foundation, Coalition for McKinney, Drug Free Youth• Executive Director/President, Engage Collin County where she established the coalition as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (formerly SUPCCC) in 2018• Co-founder of You Abound• A Coalition Coordinator - Garland, Sachse and Rowlett with Drug Prevention Resources• A School Liaison - building relationships between local school districts and hospitals• A Speaker – Various events and classes, including the NAACP, Serenity Sobriety High School, Bedroom, Backpacks and Beyond McKinney, McKinney ISD, Anna ISD and Frisco ISDJana resides in McKinney with her 3 children Halie, Noah and Nathan.

With district play at the midpoint, Star Local Media surveys the local boys basketball landscape with its annual mid-district progress reports. Matt Welch, Devin Hasson, Bryan Murphy and Kendrick Johnson break down the halfway mark for their 6A districts, including Plano ISD, Allen, McKinney ISD and Prosper in 9-6A (1:00), Sachse and Rowlett in 10-6A (16:00), Lewisville ISD and Coppell in 6-6A (21:00) and Mesquite ISD in 11-6A (28:18).

With district play at the midpoint, Star Local Media surveys the local girls basketball landscape with its annual mid-district progress reports. Matt Welch, Devin Hasson, Bryan Murphy and Kendrick Johnson break down the halfway mark for their 6A districts, including Sachse and Rowlett in 10-6A (1:14), Plano ISD, Allen, McKinney ISD and Prosper in 9-6A (7:18), Lewisville ISD and Coppell in 6-6A (19:30) and Mesquite ISD in 11-6A (27:23).

Several local high school boys basketball teams begin district play on Friday, and Star Local Media sizes up what to expect as the conference slate gets underway.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson, Bryan Murphy and Kendrick Johnson break down the new-look landscape in 8-5A with Little Elm, The Colony and Lake Dallas (1:23), a vacated throne in Garland ISD with 10-6A (7:43), a fascinating season for Allen, Prosper, Plano ISD and McKinney ISD in 9-6A (10:56), early storylines during Frisco ISD's district slate (23:18), surprise teams McKinney North, Mesquite Horn and Newman Smith (27:29), and an unpredictable draw for Lewisville ISD in 6-6A (34:53).

In anticipation of the final night of high school football's regular season, the Star Local Media sports staff discusses the various tiebreakers and postseason scenarios in play for their various districts.The staff breaks down what's on the line Thursday and Friday in District 7-5A Division I with McKinney North and Mesquite ISD (2:10), 5-5A Division I with Frisco ISD and The Colony (10:58), 7-5A Division II with Frisco ISD and Lovejoy (14:59), 6-6A with Lewisville ISD (19:25), 9-6A with Plano Senior and McKinney ISD (20:50), 10-6A with Rowlett and Sachse (28:53) and 11-6A with Mesquite ISD (32:48).

With two weeks left in high school football's regular season, the Star Local Media sports staff goes district by district in its coverage area and breaks down the playoff picture for the local teams still in the postseason hunt.Topics include 10-6A's continued chaos with Sachse and Rowlett (2:00), a make-or-break week in 9-6A with Plano Senior and McKinney ISD (7:43), Mesquite ISD fighting for playoff spots in 11-6A (13:23) and an important Friday night for Lewisville ISD and Coppell in 6-6A (16:12).The student-athlete spotlight shines on Frisco Heritage for a chat with running back Cameron Rose (21:05) before the discussion continues with a look at a logjam in Frisco ISD for 5-5A Division I (26:10), what's on the line for Mesquite ISD and McKinney North in 7-5A Division I (29:51) and a four-way tie for first place featuring Frisco and Lovejoy in 7-5A Division II (34:51).

With district play looming throughout the Metroplex, Star Local Media revisits its playoff projections from the summer and makes its official postseason predictions for its Class 6A districts.Matt Welch, Devin Hasson, Bryan Murphy, Kendrick Johnson and Taylor Raglin all chip as the staff goes district by district to size up their projections from before the season began and discuss how much has changed after three weeks of non-district action. The sports staff predicts the landscape in 9-6A (Allen, Plano ISD, McKinney ISD, Prosper) (2:49), 10-6A (Rowlett, Sachse and the rest of Garland ISD) (24:23), followed by a student-athlete spotlight interview with Frisco quarterback Caree' Green (33:21) before rounding things out with picks in 6-6A (Lewisville ISD and Coppell) (37:45) and 11-6A (Mesquite ISD) (45:07).

With one week of the high school football regular season in the books, Bryan Murphy, Kendrick Johnson, Devin Hasson and Taylor Raglin take a look back at all of the action in Star Local Media's coverage area and quick hit initial impressions, early winners and losers, and opening-week surprises.Topics include Frisco Memorial's upset of Celina (2:00), Plano ISD's lackluster first week (3:20), a strong showing from McKinney ISD (5:30), 9-6A's three winners from the opening week of action (7:30), Sachse's narrow win over Coppell (10:25), Flower Mound and Lewisville's big weeks (14:40), Frisco ISD's early success (16:05), the wild week in District 7-5A DII (19:00), District 7-5A DI (24:25), Mesquite ISD (25:50), and who impressed the most in the first week of the regular season (29:58).

Star Local Media continues its preview of the upcoming football season by discussing what’s ahead on the gridiron in District 9-6A.Matt Welch, Bryan Murphy, Kendrick Johnson and Taylor Raglin break down what to expect this season in 9-6A for Prosper (3:51), McKinney (9:00), Plano Senior (11:30), McKinney Boyd (17:30), Allen (21:16), Plano West (26:46), Plano East (35:36), as well as the district's marquee game to watch (41:12) and projected playoff teams (46:26).

Star Local Media continues its "School Year in Review" series, looking back on the 2018-19 athletics year for the high schools in Coppell, Lewisville, Frisco and McKinney.Topics include a look at the many successes in McKinney ISD (1:20), Frisco ISD's budding rivalry with McKinney North (5:30) and typically strong year across the board (6:55), and a round-up of the highlights among Coppell and Lewisville athletics in 2018-19 (16:30).

As high school football teams continue spring workouts, Star Local Media discusses some offseason storylines in advance of several programs' spring games this month.Each staff discusses a springtime storyline pertaining to a local program, including Frisco Lone Star reloading at quarterback (1:10), Plano West's path to rebuilding (4:10), a different look at Allen (8:05), surveying the scene throughout McKinney ISD (15:25), recruiting The Colony (18:00) and Mesquite High's steady resurgence (20:10).

The first round of the high school soccer playoffs are in the books, and Star Local Media reacts to the wild series of bi-district matchups through the Metroplex.The sports staff discusses the marathon shootout between the Plano West and Sachse girls (1:35), thoughts on shootouts (4:25), Allen boys and girls taking care of business (8:30), Sachse's boys ousting powerhouse McKinney Boyd (11:00), Mesquite ISD's strong week (13:45) and some observations around Class 5A, including the crazy Lake Dallas comeback against Saginaw (16:30).The student-athlete spotlight shines on Plano West for a chat with captain Regan Chapman (25:20) before the discussion concludes with a look at the Frisco ISD vs. 10-5A bi-district landscape (30:30), tough losses for The Colony (35:40), Hebron's shocker over Southlake and other 6-6A talk (38:50) and a look at McKinney ISD's second-round matchups (41:25).

The high school soccer playoffs begin this week, and Star Local Media breaks down the postseason landscape for its local boys soccer teams.The sports staff discusses its playoff-bound programs in Lewisville ISD and Coppell in Region I-6A (1:35), plus discussion on Allen, McKinney ISD, Prosper, Sachse, Rowlett and Mesquite ISD in Region II-6A (8:00) before a student-athlete spotlight chat with McKinney Boyd star Roberto Gonzalez Gutierrez (27:50).The discussion continues with a look at 5A and the playoff paths for Lake Dallas, The Colony and Little Elm in Region I (32:50) before closing out by talking Frisco ISD, McKinney North and Mesquite ISD in Region II-5A (41:20).

District play is underway for high school baseball teams throughout the area, and Star Local Media takes story in the action on the diamond by discussing some of the more prominent storylines surrounding the 2019 season.The staff breaks down the dominant pitching performances from Coppell and Lewisville ISD (1:25), an unpredictable start to 9-6A for Allen and Plano ISD (4:50) and a glimpse at the strides being made by Lake Dallas and The Colony in 8-5A (13:15).The student-athlete spotlight centers on Prosper for a chat with Luke Johnson (16:50) before rounding out the discussion with a look the Eagles' dominance and the state of McKinney ISD (22:05), Frisco Wakeland making an early push in 9-5A (26:45) and Sachse's impressive year (31:00).

Star Local Media reflects on some of the key storylines that emerged during Week 7 of the high school football season.Topics include the unpredictability between Lewisville ISD and the rest of District 6-6A (1:25) before shining the student-athlete spotlight on McKinney defensive back Andrew Pitts (11:35).The discussion continues with a look McKinney ISD's banner week, including McKinney North hanging 90 points in a single game (16:50), McKinney picking up its first win of the season (19:48), Plano Senior trying to right the ship (21:55), Plano East bouncing back from its first loss (26:15), Kareem Coleman's breakout receiving season at McKinney Boyd (29:00) and Plano West's pursuit of a win (31:30).

High school volleyball is nearing its homestretch and Star Local Media discusses some of the area’s more prominent storylines on the hardwood.Matt Welch, Taylor Raglin and Justin Thomas discuss Plano West coping with adversity (2:15), Plano Senior’s consistency (8:15), Allen’s injury woes (11:10), Hebron shaking up 6-6A (13:15), Lovejoy’s dominance in 10-5A (19:00) and the parity in 8-5A (22:25).Devin Hasson, Bryan Murphy and Kendrick Johnson round out the discussion with a look at McKinney ISD’s season thus far (27:45), Prosper carrying over its dominance to 6A (30:10), state-ranked Sachse (33:00), Mesquite Horn’s playoff pursuit (36:00), the 10-team Frisco district (36:45), McKinney North’s grit-and-grind style (38:45) and Mesquite Poteet’s district title chances (40:00).

Week Two of high school football season is in the books and Star Local Media reacts to various storylines that emerged during a rain-soaked second batch of games. Topics include the effects of inclement weather on teams that had games cancelled last week (1:30), updates on McKinney ISD (6:30) and Mesquite ISD (9:30), plus some weird numbers from Plano’s win over El Paso Eastwood (11:20). The student-athlete spotlight features Hebron defensive back Darius Snow on the Hawks’ 2-0 start (22:20), before rounding things out with discussion of Hebron’s hot start (29:30), Plano East’s machine-like offense (33:20), The Colony’s Keith Miller’s viral touchdown catch (36:40) and a few teams looking to bounce back from slow starts (38:20). Editor’s Note: Original podcast guest Trejan Bridges (Hebron) was unavailable at Monday’s practice.

As summer rolls on, Star Local Media focuses specifically on District 9-6A -- Allen, Plano ISD, McKinney ISD, Prosper -- and discusses some of the most intriguing teams on the radar for the 2018-19 school year. Topics include potential bounce-back years for Plano West and Plano East softball (2:00), how Prosper will handle a loaded girls basketball district (12:10), McKinney football's plight for 2018 (16:15), Nyah Green's impact on Allen girls basketball (31:10) and more.

Star Local Media pulls two more entries from its ongoing summer “Questions” series to discuss various storylines leading up to the 2018-19 athletics year. Topics include the impact enrollment has on a couple of its athletic districts (0:35) and just how that correlated with success in high school sports within the districts for Allen, Plano ISD, McKinney ISD, as well as Frisco ISD. The discussion then pivots to potential bounce-back candidates in 2018-19 (16:35), regarding teams that missed the playoffs in 2017-18 and could be poised for a rebound year.

Star Local Media pulls two more entries from its ongoing summer “Questions” series to discuss various storylines leading up to the 2018-19 athletics year. Topics include the best student sections in a few of our districts (1:15), what makes a good student section and some memorable student sections from years past in Plano ISD, Lewisville ISD and McKinney ISD, followed by discussion on potential rivalries that could emerge or resurface in the new districts (17:30), what qualities define a high school rivalry, noteworthy rivalries within a few of our markets and the debate on whether or not Allen football has a rival.

Star Local Media continues its spring football primer series, checking in on the offseason progress for its local football districts. Talk shifts back to Class 6A and a look at the newly aligned 9-6A district that includes Allen, Plano ISD, McKinney ISD and Prosper (1:30), with some key offseason storylines surrounding those seven programs. Then, the staff examines the progress being made in a familiar-looking 11-6A, featuring the three 6A Mesquite ISD schools of Horn, Mesquite and North Mesquite (21:30).

The third round of high school soccer playoffs kicks off on Thursday, and Star Local Media previews some of the area’s marquee matchups. On the docket is a look at the girls regional quarterfinal between district champions Wakeland and Prosper (1:30), McKinney ISD’s boys playoff cross-town showdown (3:40), a rivalry renewal between the Wakeland and Centennial boys (8:10) and a state-ranked duel between the Allen and Southlake Carroll girls (10:20). This week’s student-athlete spotlight focuses on Allen girls senior captain Emily Russell (15:45), and the discussion rounds out with a look at the remaining third-round matches on the docket and coverage plans for the rest of the week (23:45).

District play is underway in baseball and softball and the Star Local Media sports staff plays catch-up on the stick-and-ball sports around the area. Discussion begins with a look around 6-6A, including the impact of the injury to Plano West star Tatum Boyd (1:45), McKinney Boyd’s first district win since 2016 (5:10) and the four-way tie atop the softball standings (10:40). In 6-6A baseball (20:00), the staff looks at Plano West’s hot start (22:10) and early impressions on the rest of Plano ISD, Allen and McKinney ISD (26:50). Elsewhere around our markets, the staff discusses Frisco Heritage’s impressive start (35:50), Tuesday’s big Prosper-The Colony softball showdown (37:15), Lewisville ISD and Coppell softball (40:15), Rowlett/Sachse and Mesquite ISD baseball and softball (41:50) and 5-6A baseball (46:00).

The 2017-18 high school basketball season concludes this week with the playing of the boys state tournament, and Star Local Media concludes the podcast’s basketball coverage by recognizing some of the area’s standout teams and student-athletes. The sports staff puts an Academy Awards spin on the discussion as well, with all six reporters naming the selections from their coverage areas for Best Cinematography (ie. Best Game) (2:30), Best Lead Actress (8:55), Best Lead Actor (14:30) and Best Picture (ie. Best Team) (19:30). Note for McKinney ISD basketball fans: McKinney sports editor Kendrick E. Johnson gives his picks for the aforementioned accolades at the 31:50 mark.

UIL Realignment is in the books and the Star Local Media sports staff reacts to the new athletics districts in the schools in their markets. They kick off the discussion breaking down Class 6A and the new 6-6A consisting of Lewisville ISD and Coppell (1:00), the regional shift for Allen, Plano ISD and McKinney ISD in 9-6A (5:25) and form holding for Districts 10-6A (20:00) and 11-6A (23:25). In Class 5A, the staff talks the Division I split in football for Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD in 4-5A (28:20), Little Elm and The Colony rejoining Frisco ISD in 5-5A (30:55) and the travel-heavy draw for McKinney North and Mesquite ISD in 7-5A (36:10). Discussions rounds out with a look at how the remaining Frisco schools pair up alongside Lake Dallas and Lovejoy in the Division II version of 7-5A (41:00).

Kasie Taylor leads the  Interdisciplinary Study and Mentorship Program at McKinney North High School and her student--Seth from the "Seth on Sports" podcast join us in this episode of McKinney on the Move. The Interdisciplinary Study and Mentorship (ISM) is a rigorous, challenging course offered at all McKinney ISD high schools. This program is designed for academically gifted and high achieving upperclassmen. ISM students investigate a career topic that is of extreme interest to them through intense study, research, writing, and ultimately a mentorship with a professional. If you'd like more information on the program just log on to:  http://www.mckinneyisd.net/secondary-student-support/interdisciplinary-study-mentorship/ Or you can email Kasie at kataylor@mckinneyisd.net