📢 KISD Families—We Need Your Help! Impact Aid forms will go home with students on Monday, September 29, 2025. Please review, sign, and return the form back as soon as possible.
Each year, the Impact Aid Parent-Pupil Survey helps KISD secure federal funds that directly support our students and schools. 💙
✅ If you are federally-connected OR a civilian working on Fort Hood or another federal property (like the VA in Temple), your participation counts!
✅ Every returned form makes a difference and helps KISD receive the funding our schools deserve.
📝 Paper surveys will go home with students Monday, Sept. 29, 2025.
Please review, sign, and return right away.
about 23 hours ago, Killeen ISD
The KISD Superintendent Search survey is now open, giving parents, staff, and community members the opportunity to share their perspectives to help shape the profile of Killeen ISD’s next superintendent.
Community members are encouraged to complete the short survey to share their perspectives on the strengths of Killeen ISD, the challenges ahead, and the qualities desired in the district’s next superintendent open now through Oct. 2.
Complete the superintendent search survey:
www.killeenisd.org/superintendent-search2 days ago, Killeen ISD
📣 Killeen ISD wants to hear from YOU! Trustees recently reviewed draft scenarios for District Optimization, plans designed to strengthen academics, align resources, and prepare schools for the future.
💬 Community voices are essential in shaping these plans. Share your feedback by completing the online survey (open through Oct. 3) at 👉
www.killeenisd.org/optimization-surveyLearn more at
www.killeenisd.org/optimization3 days ago, Killeen ISD
📣 Killeen ISD wants to hear from YOU! Trustees recently reviewed draft scenarios for District Optimization, plans designed to strengthen academics, align resources, and prepare schools for the future.
💬 Community voices are essential in shaping these plans. Share your feedback by completing the online survey (open through Oct. 3) at 👉
www.killeenisd.org/optimization-surveyLearn more at
www.killeenisd.org/optimization3 days ago, Killeen ISD
⚠️ Last chance! Free & Reduced Meal benefits from last year end tomorrow Sept. 24, 2025. Submit your new application today to keep coverage in place!
Don’t miss this chance to secure meal benefits for your student and protect funding for our schools.
Reapply now ➡️
https://www.killeenisd.org/o/kisd/page/school-meals-application4 days ago, Killeen ISD
Time is running out! Don’t lose meal benefits. Coverage from last year expires Sept. 24, 2025.
Submit your new Free & Reduced Meal Application today.
Every form matters — for your child’s meals and for funding that supports every student.
Reapply now ➡️
https://www.killeenisd.org/o/kisd/page/school-meals-application 5 days ago, Killeen ISD
The District Optimization draft scenarios are out—and we want your input! (These meetings are to discuss how we as a community use our resources including facilities, staff, and programs, this includes the potential closing and consolidation of existing campuses to ensure students across the district have access to high quality programs and facilities.)
Join us at an upcoming town hall meeting to learn more and share your feedback. Can’t make it in person? No worries, an online survey is now open through Oct. 3 at www.killeenisd.org/optimization-survey.
Town Hall Dates:
Thursday, September 4 at Killeen HS Cafeteria at 6:00 PM
Scenarios Discussed: Peebles ES, Hay Branch ES, Manor MS, Rancier MS, Willow Springs ES, and Long-Term HS Planning
Monday, September 8 at Harker Heights HS Cafeteria at 6:00 PM
Scenarios Discussed: Cedar Valley/ Timber Ridge ES, Eastern Hills MS, Willow Springs ES, and Long-Term HS Planning
Thursday, September 11 at Ellison HS Cafeteria at 6:00 PM
Scenarios Discussed: Venable Village ES, Palo Alto MS, Willow Springs, and Long-Term HS Planning
For more information about KISD’s district optimization, visit www.killeenisd.org/optimization.
30 days ago, Killeen ISD
Killeen ISD Military Appreciation Nights - KISD Athletics is proud to honor our military community with FREE general admission at the gate for:
- Active Duty
- Retired Military Service Members
- VA Disabled Veteran Service Members
Simply present your current Military ID, Retiree ID, or VA Disabled Veteran ID.
Join us as we celebrate and thank our military heroes this season!
Questions? Please call KISD Athletics at 254-336-2672.
about 1 month ago, Killeen ISD
KISD invites community organizations and local businesses to partner with us through the Adopt-A-Campus Program. Your support is crucial in helping us achieve our top priority: Student Success. To begin the process, please submit the Adoption Form . You can contact the District and Community Relations Office at 254-336-1707 for more information.
about 1 month ago, Killeen ISD
Killeen ISD invites parents and community members to join the conversation! From SHAC meetings and upcoming parent panels to our Family Fitness & Wellness Fair, we’re bringing families together to learn, connect, and thrive. Don’t miss your chance to be part of shaping a healthier, stronger KISD community.
www.killeenisd.org/shac about 1 month ago, Killeen ISD
KISD’s Bold Plan to Strengthen Schools — And We Need Your Voice.
Killeen ISD has launched District Optimization, a major initiative to strengthen schools and ensure smart use of resources. With up to $31 million in lost federal Impact Aid revenue over the next four years, we’re working with parents, staff, and the community to prioritize academics, quality facilities, and responsible budgeting.
Stay tuned and join the conversation at our upcoming town halls.
www.killeenisd.org/optimizationabout 1 month ago, Killeen ISD
We’ve made it to Friday, KISD Family! Here are few reminders as we head into our first weekend of the 2025-2026 school year:
Transportation Update 🚍
Transportation is running more smoothly each day! Thank you for your patience as our drivers, students, and families settle into new routines. Parents can track bus routes through the Edulog Lite mobile app. The codes for Edulog are located on the homepage of your Home Access Center accounts above your child’s classes. Learn More:
www.killeenisd.org/bus-app Stay Connected 📲
Not getting KISD updates? You may have opted out. Opt back in by texting START to 98900.
Missed a Newsletter?
Catch up here:
www.killeenisd.org/newsletter about 1 month ago, Killeen ISD
Alumni Spotlight Alert! Where has life taken you since graduating from Killeen ISD? Whether you're across the globe or right here at home, we want to celebrate your journey! We're looking for inspiring alumni stories to feature.
Tell us where you are now:
www.killeenisd.org/alumni-spotlight3 months ago, Killeen ISD
🎭 Killeen ISD Summer Theater Camps Take the Stage! 🎭 In just eight days, KISD students from elementary to high school will perform four shows—from fairy tale courtroom drama to Shakespearean classics!
🎶 The Big Bad Musical
🗓️ Thursday, June 5 at Ellison HS
🕚 11 AM – Middle School
🕓 4 PM – Elementary
🎭 Macbeth & A Midsummer Night’s Dream
🗓️ Thursday, June 12 at Chaparral HS
🕐 1 PM – Macbeth
🕑 2 PM – Midsummer
Our students are working hard, having fun, and building friendships while bringing these stories to life! Come support the arts in KISD!
4 months ago, Killeen ISD
KISD one of nine Texas school districts to earn two-year literacy grant - Killeen ISD is among a handful of Texas school systems that will benefit from a two-year grant to bolster literacy among young students.
Called TXRL (Texas Reads, Texas Leads), the grant provides training and resources with the goal for every student to read on grade level by fourth grade.
KISD is among 17 Texas school districts that have engaged in professional development and strategic planning over the past school year to reform instruction to better match the science of teaching reading and support greater outcomes for early readers.
“This grant will allow us to engage in additional professional development, consult with literacy experts, and host other districts from across the state as a model for systems and practices,” said KISD Executive Director for Curriculum and Instruction Carrie Parker. “It’s a great win for our students and teachers.”
Killeen ISD is one of nine Texas districts to receive the two years of funding. The grant-funded reading initiative will benefit all 31 of the district’s elementary schools.
4 months ago, Killeen ISD
Kids under 18 years old eat free at various KISD locations all summer long. Visit
www.killeenisd.org/summer to see locations and times.
4 months ago, Killeen ISD
Happy Summer KISD!
4 months ago, Killeen ISD
Happy Summer KISD!
4 months ago, Killeen ISD
This National Police Week, we proudly honor and celebrate the dedicated men and women of the Killeen ISD Police Department. 💙
From patrolling our campuses to building relationships with students and staff, KISD officers work tirelessly to keep our schools safe and welcoming for every learner. Their commitment, compassion, and courage are an essential part of our district family.
Thank you, KISD PD, for your service and unwavering support. We appreciate all you do—this week and every week.
#NationalPoliceWeek #KISDProud
5 months ago, Killeen ISD
Killeen ISD Announces Rising Star Schools in Capturing Kids’ Hearts
A total of 28 Killeen ISD schools learned this week they are Rising Stars in the Capturing Kids’ Hearts program that fosters a relationship-driven culture in organizations like school districts.
The award is reserved for schools in the first year of implementing the CKH motivational program which KISD adopted a year ago, said Executive Director for Student Success Micah Wells.
Those Rising Star schools, he said, are on track to becoming National Showcase Schools, a CKH designation all of KISD’s campuses can achieve.
“Rising Star is a designation given to campuses that have fully embraced and implemented the CKH processes into their campus culture,” said Wells.
Staff, student and family surveys, along with campus visits from CKH strategists create the data that lead to the awards, he explained.
“I am very proud of our district and the individual campuses for the way they have embraced the CKH processes and incorporated them into their campus culture,” Wells said.
“You can see the impact that positive relationships have on our students’ success, and I am excited to celebrate the recognition of their hard work in this first year of CKH implementation.”
KISD CKH Rising Star schools include the following:
Meadows Elementary School
Peebles Elementary School
Clarke Elementary School
Brookhaven Elementary School
Nolanville Elementary School
Oveta Culp Hobby Elementary School
Cedar Valley Elementary School
Clifton Park Elementary School
Maude Moore Wood Elementary School
Pershing Park Elementary School
Clear Creek Elementary School
Dr. Joseph A. Fowler Elementary School
Richard E. Cavazos Elementary School
Ira Cross Jr. Elementary School
Killeen Elementary School
Saegert Elementary School
Pat Carney Elementary School
Palo Alto Middle School
Charles E. Patterson Middle School
Union Grove Middle School
Liberty Hill Middle School
Harker Heights High School
Early College High School- 9th and 10th
Early College High School- 11th and 12th
Pathways Academic Campus
KISD Career Center
Killeen High School
5 months ago, Killeen ISD
