PUBLIC NOTICE: Targeted Improvement Plans Public Hearing
Killeen ISD will hold a public hearing to present and discuss the Targeted Improvement Plans for Killeen Elementary School and Liberty Hill Middle School.
Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: 200 North WS Young Drive, Killeen, TX 76543
The public is invited to attend.
This announcement serves as the district's official public notice of the hearing.
From catching calves in under 50 seconds to earning top spots in the show ring, these students had plenty to celebrate at the Heart O' Texas Livestock Show & Rodeo!
👏 Shoutout to our FFA students from the Killeen ISD Career Center, Harker Heights High School, and Chaparral High School for putting in the work and making their schools proud!
And a big thank you to the FFA advisors and families who are there for the early mornings, late nights, and everything in between! 💛
Read the full story: https://www.killeenisd.org/article/3208977
View more photos: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD8m8Q
Learn more: www.killeenisd.org/tutoring
As Hispanic Heritage Month begins to wind down, we’re still celebrating the incredible students and staff whose stories, cultures and experiences make Killeen ISD stronger.
For Chaparral High School student Victoria Bautista, being Hispanic means taking pride in her Mexican American roots and the Spanish language she grew up speaking.
Victoria sees being bilingual as both a strength and an opportunity, one she believes will continue opening doors for her in the future. Just as importantly, she uses that strength to help others.
“Speaking Spanish as my first language helped me greatly. I try to help other students who don’t understand English at our school so they don’t have to feel left out.”
That is the kind of student leadership we are proud to see across Killeen ISD. Students like Victoria help create spaces where their peers feel welcomed, supported and like they belong.
We are proud to foster school communities where students are encouraged to use their experiences, language and strengths to lift others up and make a positive difference.
“I’m a proud Mexican American and wouldn’t have it any other way.”
As we continue these final Hispanic Heritage Month spotlights, we’re proud to celebrate students like Victoria who lead by helping others feel seen, included and valued.
#WeAreKISD 💛
Test your attendance knowledge in our Kahoot Challenge for a chance to win some great prizes!
PLUS door prizes throughout the event!
Thursday, Sept. 24
5–6:30 p.m.
Jackson Professional Learning Center
902 Rev. R.A. Abercrombie Dr., Killeen, TX
Bring the kids and come SHOW UP! 🙌
#AttendanceMatters #weAREKISD 💛
📍 Jackson Professional Learning Center
📅 Monday–Thursday + select Saturdays
🔗 www.KilleenISD.org/Tutoring
Parents and guardians, this one is for you! 💛
Come connect, learn, and grow alongside other Killeen ISD families through our Parents as Partners program. A parent empowerment series designed to strengthen the connection between home and school.
Build new skills, share experiences, and walk away feeling more connected to your child.
Your seat is waiting, RSVP TODAY at: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/KghfQq4a3d
For more information please call the Killeen ISD Parent & Family Engagement Office at 254-336-0211/0208.
#weAREKISD
Keeping students lifted takes all of us and TOGETHER we achieve more!
Here at Killeen ISD, parent liaisons and parents put teamwork into action during our Parents as Partners workshop, where a simple balloon activity delivered a powerful message: student success is supported by many hands. Our Parents as Partners workshops are kicking off this fall, and we’d love for YOU to be part of it!
Come connect, learn, share and discover resources to help your family and your student thrive. #weAREKISD 💛
Learn more: www.killeenisd.org/pfce
Read the story: https://www.killeenisd.org/article/3121162
Check out more photos: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD4ouU
From college admissions and FAFSA to scholarships, paying for college and finding the right fit, each session offers practical information to help students prepare for what’s next.
📅 Six sessions throughout the school year
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Killeen ISD Career Center
💛 FREE for Killeen ISD students and families
Check out the full schedule below and save the dates!
🎳 Strike up some success this fall! Killeen ISD Special Olympics Bowling is gearing up for the 2026 season. Practices begin Monday, Sept. 14, at Killeen Bowlerama and are held each Monday from 5-6 p.m. through the season.
The team will compete at the Special Olympics Bowling Meet on Friday, Nov. 13, in Waco.
View the full practice schedule and meet information below. We will share sign up info soon, stay tuned! www.killeenisd.org/sokisd
✨ Access Home Access Center and other Quicklinks
📝 Submit an absence note
🎟️ Purchase athletic tickets
📣 Get district and campus news, updates and notifications
Your Golden connection starts here! Download the **Killeen ISD Mobile App** wherever you get your apps and keep KISD right at your fingertips.
Learn more: www.killeenisd.org/app
#WeAreKISD
📸 View all the photos from our Honors & Recognitions celebration on Flickr: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD3eWR
Stay connected all year long with the Killeen ISD mobile app for district news, events and reminders right at your fingertips.
📱 Download the app today, or view the full district calendar at killeenisd.org/calendar.
Killeen ISD Police is now accepting applications for our Police Cadet Program! Earn a paycheck, gain hands-on experience, and receive valuable training while Killeen ISD pays for your police academy.
Take the first step toward serving and protecting our students, staff, and community.
👉 Apply today at: https://www.applitrack.com/killeenisd/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=police%20cadet&AppliTrackJobId=4227&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1
And they SHOWED UP and SHOWED OUT for our students this morning!
A huge thank you to our Men in Black for helping make Day One special across Killeen ISD.
From the smiles and high-fives to the words of encouragement, you helped make sure our students started their year feeling welcomed, seen and cared for. 💛
That’s how you start a school year!
Missed out this morning? Want to get involved and make a difference for KISD students?
We’d love to have you! Learn more about volunteer opportunities here: https://www.killeenisd.org/page/volunteer
Thank you, Men in Black! 🖤💛 #WeAreKISD
The free app helps you stay connected with your student's transportation by providing real-time bus tracking and notifications.
Everything you need to get started is here:
www.killeenisd.org/bus-app
New to Killeen ISD? Student registration for the 2026-2027 school year is open. Our team is here to help you get ready for the first day.
Start today: www.killeenisd.org/enroll
