Killeen ISD is hosting Optimization 2.0 Community Town Halls, and we encourage our families, employees and community members to make plans to attend and submit their questions in advance!
As the district considers potential school closures, consolidations and attendance boundary changes, we want to hear from you. No final decisions have been made, and community feedback is an important part of the process.
📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
📍 Nov. 9 | Shoemaker High School | 6 p.m.
📍 Nov. 12 | Killeen High School | 6 p.m.
📍 Nov. 19 | Ellison High School | 6 p.m.
❓Have questions about KISD's proposed Optimization 2.0 scenarios? Submit them using this brief form before our upcoming town halls so we can better understand what families, staff, and community members want to know. No registration is required, and you can submit multiple questions. 👉 Submit your questions here: https://mgtamer.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0GwchfCeQRXo55c
🔗 Learn more about Optimization 2.0 and the proposed scenarios: www.killeenisd.org/optimization
Save the date. Submit your questions. Make plans to attend. We want to hear from you!
As the district considers potential school closures, consolidations and attendance boundary changes, we want to hear from you. No final decisions have been made, and community feedback is an important part of the process.
📅 MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
📍 Nov. 9 | Shoemaker High School | 6 p.m.
📍 Nov. 12 | Killeen High School | 6 p.m.
📍 Nov. 19 | Ellison High School | 6 p.m.
❓Have questions about KISD's proposed Optimization 2.0 scenarios? Submit them using this brief form before our upcoming town halls so we can better understand what families, staff, and community members want to know. No registration is required, and you can submit multiple questions. 👉 Submit your questions here: https://mgtamer.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0GwchfCeQRXo55c
🔗 Learn more about Optimization 2.0 and the proposed scenarios: www.killeenisd.org/optimization
Save the date. Submit your questions. Make plans to attend. We want to hear from you!
📣 We're Hiring! Come Join Our KCC Team!
The Killeen ISD Career Center (KCC) is seeking a passionate and dedicated CTE Program Advisor to join our team!
Are you ready to make an impact, support CTE teachers, strengthen programs, and create meaningful opportunities for student success? We would love to hear from you!
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree
- Minimum of three years of teaching experience
- Principal Certification
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and supervise CTE teachers and staff.
- Coordinate CTE events, recruitment activities, and student organizations (CTSOs).
- Build partnerships with industry and community stakeholders.
- Promote college and career readiness opportunities for scholars.
Interested in joining our team?
Apply through the Killeen ISD website https://www.applitrack.com/killeenisd/onlineapp/ by searching for the CTE Program Advisor position, and email your interest to mahalia.scott@killeenisd.org.
💙💛 One Team. One Goal. Student Success.
#KISDCareerCenter #KilleenISD #CTE #NowHiring #OneTeamOneGoal
The Killeen ISD Career Center (KCC) is seeking a passionate and dedicated CTE Program Advisor to join our team!
Are you ready to make an impact, support CTE teachers, strengthen programs, and create meaningful opportunities for student success? We would love to hear from you!
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree
- Minimum of three years of teaching experience
- Principal Certification
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and supervise CTE teachers and staff.
- Coordinate CTE events, recruitment activities, and student organizations (CTSOs).
- Build partnerships with industry and community stakeholders.
- Promote college and career readiness opportunities for scholars.
Interested in joining our team?
Apply through the Killeen ISD website https://www.applitrack.com/killeenisd/onlineapp/ by searching for the CTE Program Advisor position, and email your interest to mahalia.scott@killeenisd.org.
💙💛 One Team. One Goal. Student Success.
#KISDCareerCenter #KilleenISD #CTE #NowHiring #OneTeamOneGoal
#celebratingsuccess: 🏆 THREE YEARS STRONG! Killeen ISD has once again been named a CTE District of Distinction by the Career and Technical Association of Texas!
With 33 programs of study, hands-on learning opportunities and strong industry partnerships, we're helping more than 8,800 high school students turn their interests into real-world skills and future careers.
From health care and technology to construction and law enforcement, our students aren't just learning about careers. They're preparing to step into them!
👏 Congratulations to our incredible CTE students, teachers and staff who continue to make this recognition possible!
With 33 programs of study, hands-on learning opportunities and strong industry partnerships, we're helping more than 8,800 high school students turn their interests into real-world skills and future careers.
From health care and technology to construction and law enforcement, our students aren't just learning about careers. They're preparing to step into them!
👏 Congratulations to our incredible CTE students, teachers and staff who continue to make this recognition possible!
🦇🎃 SAVE THE DATE! KCC’S 4TH ANNUAL TRUNK OR TREAT! 🎃🦇
Get ready for a spooktacular evening of candy, costumes, and community! 🍬👻 Join us at the Killeen ISD Career Center as our amazing teachers and student organizations show off their superhero spirit and celebrate Halloween with our community!
🗓️ Tuesday, October 27
⏰ 5:30–7:00 p.m.
📍 KISD Career Center
1320 Stagecoach Road, Killeen, TX
🕸️ FREE ADMISSION! Bring the family, wear your favorite costume, and enjoy a fun-filled evening of Halloween excitement!
We can't wait to see you there! 🎃🦇
One Team. One Goal. Student Success. 💙💛
Get ready for a spooktacular evening of candy, costumes, and community! 🍬👻 Join us at the Killeen ISD Career Center as our amazing teachers and student organizations show off their superhero spirit and celebrate Halloween with our community!
🗓️ Tuesday, October 27
⏰ 5:30–7:00 p.m.
📍 KISD Career Center
1320 Stagecoach Road, Killeen, TX
🕸️ FREE ADMISSION! Bring the family, wear your favorite costume, and enjoy a fun-filled evening of Halloween excitement!
We can't wait to see you there! 🎃🦇
One Team. One Goal. Student Success. 💙💛
📄 Impact Aid forms are coming home Monday!
Please check your student’s backpack for the annual Impact Aid Parent Pupil Survey. Taking just a few minutes to complete and return this form helps Killeen ISD secure important federal funding that supports our schools and students.
✅ Watch for the paper form Monday
✅ Complete and return it as soon as possible
✅ Deadline: October 30, 2026
Every completed form helps us make sure Killeen ISD receives the federal funding available to support our students.
Questions? Contact your student’s school.
Thank you for your partnership! 💛
#StudentSuccess 🐐🏆 Our KISD FFA students showed up and showed out in Waco!
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
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
The KISD Tutoring Center now offers FREE tutoring in Math, Reading and Writing! Students in grades 4–12 can get help with homework, STAAR and EOC preparation, and challenging concepts from state-certified teachers. Elementary and middle school students must be signed in and out by a parent or guardian with a valid ID.
Learn more: www.killeenisd.org/tutoring
Learn more: www.killeenisd.org/tutoring
💇♀️✨ The Salon @ KCC is Open! ✨💅
Treat yourself to a little self-care while supporting our future beauty professionals! Our KCC Cosmetology students offer a variety of salon services by APPOINTMENT ONLY on THURSDAYS.
📞 For an appointment, please call 254-336-3901
Support student learning while enjoying a little pampering! 💖
One Team. One Goal. Student Success. 💙
Treat yourself to a little self-care while supporting our future beauty professionals! Our KCC Cosmetology students offer a variety of salon services by APPOINTMENT ONLY on THURSDAYS.
📞 For an appointment, please call 254-336-3901
Support student learning while enjoying a little pampering! 💖
One Team. One Goal. Student Success. 💙
✨ Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Sophia Solis
As we share our final Hispanic Heritage Month spotlight, we’re celebrating KISD Career Center/ Killeen High School student Sophia Solis Guevara and the way her heritage continues to shape both her perspective and her goals for the future.
For Sophia, Hispanic Heritage Month is about recognizing the beauty found in different cultures, traditions and experiences.
“Hispanic heritage to me means showing the different cultures and the beauty of our differences. We can come together, celebrate one another and be proud of being Hispanic.”
Sophia also sees her heritage as part of the motivation behind her future goals. She hopes to pursue a career in medicine and one day become a cardiologist, a path she says would be especially meaningful for her family.
“I would be the first in a couple of decades on my mom’s side of the family to go into the medical field, and becoming a cardiologist would be a pretty big deal in my family.”
Sophia’s story is a fitting way to close this series: proud of where she comes from, inspired by her family and looking ahead to the impact she hopes to make.
Throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, we’ve been honored to share the voices, traditions and experiences of students and staff across Killeen ISD. Each story has been different, but together they reflect the pride, resilience, ambition and sense of belonging that strengthen our district.
#WeAreKISD
As we share our final Hispanic Heritage Month spotlight, we’re celebrating KISD Career Center/ Killeen High School student Sophia Solis Guevara and the way her heritage continues to shape both her perspective and her goals for the future.
For Sophia, Hispanic Heritage Month is about recognizing the beauty found in different cultures, traditions and experiences.
“Hispanic heritage to me means showing the different cultures and the beauty of our differences. We can come together, celebrate one another and be proud of being Hispanic.”
Sophia also sees her heritage as part of the motivation behind her future goals. She hopes to pursue a career in medicine and one day become a cardiologist, a path she says would be especially meaningful for her family.
“I would be the first in a couple of decades on my mom’s side of the family to go into the medical field, and becoming a cardiologist would be a pretty big deal in my family.”
Sophia’s story is a fitting way to close this series: proud of where she comes from, inspired by her family and looking ahead to the impact she hopes to make.
Throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, we’ve been honored to share the voices, traditions and experiences of students and staff across Killeen ISD. Each story has been different, but together they reflect the pride, resilience, ambition and sense of belonging that strengthen our district.
#WeAreKISD
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.
Killeen ISD parents and guardians: Make sure you don’t miss important district and school updates sent by text message. If you previously opted out of SMS messages, text the word START to the number 98900 from the phone number listed in your child’s file to opt back in today!
Operation Show Up! is happening Thursday, Sept. 24, and Killeen ISD families are invited to join us for an evening focused on attendance, family fun and some BIG prizes! 🎉
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 💛
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 💛
🎉 Welcome to the KCC Team! 🎉
Please join us in welcoming Davida Montgomery, our new KCC Counselor, to the Killeen ISD Career Center!
Ms. Montgomery will play an important role in supporting our students as they navigate their high school experience, explore opportunities, and prepare for their next steps after graduation. We are excited to have her join our team and look forward to the knowledge, care, and support she will bring to our students and campus community.
Welcome to the KCC team, Ms. Montgomery! 💙
One Team. One Goal. Student Success.
Please join us in welcoming Davida Montgomery, our new KCC Counselor, to the Killeen ISD Career Center!
Ms. Montgomery will play an important role in supporting our students as they navigate their high school experience, explore opportunities, and prepare for their next steps after graduation. We are excited to have her join our team and look forward to the knowledge, care, and support she will bring to our students and campus community.
Welcome to the KCC team, Ms. Montgomery! 💙
One Team. One Goal. Student Success.
💻✨ Happy IT Professionals Day! ✨💻
Today, we’re recognizing Cathy Bales, our KCC Campus Technologist! 👏
This is Ms. Bales' first year at KCC, and she came in hitting the ground running! Her time is divided between KCC and Pathways, and she truly manages the workload of two people with dedication, flexibility, and a commitment to supporting our staff and students.
Ms. Bales, thank you for all you do to keep our campus connected, supported, and running smoothly. We appreciate your hard work and the positive energy you bring to KCC each day!
💙 We’re glad you’re part of the KCC team!
One Team. One Goal. Student Success.
Today, we’re recognizing Cathy Bales, our KCC Campus Technologist! 👏
This is Ms. Bales' first year at KCC, and she came in hitting the ground running! Her time is divided between KCC and Pathways, and she truly manages the workload of two people with dedication, flexibility, and a commitment to supporting our staff and students.
Ms. Bales, thank you for all you do to keep our campus connected, supported, and running smoothly. We appreciate your hard work and the positive energy you bring to KCC each day!
💙 We’re glad you’re part of the KCC team!
One Team. One Goal. Student Success.
💇🏽♂️✨ KCC’s Own Mr. Darkis Is Going LIVE from Los Angeles! ✨💇🏽♂️
We are excited to celebrate Mr. Darkis, KCC Cosmetology teacher and Brand Ambassador for The Doux Hair Products, as he takes to TikTok LIVE from Los Angeles to showcase and discuss The Doux professional hair products, styling techniques, and the latest trends in the beauty industry! 🌴💇🏽♂️
Our Cosmetology students will have the opportunity to watch the LIVE together as a class and learn directly from one of their own as he shares his expertise and industry experience.
📅 Friday, September 18, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:30 p.m.
📱 TikTok LIVE – Broadcasting from Los Angeles
Tune in from your preferred device and show your support for Mr. Darkis! Let’s celebrate one of our own and the incredible opportunities our KCC teachers bring to our students. 👏✨
One Team. One Goal. Student Success. 💙💛
We are excited to celebrate Mr. Darkis, KCC Cosmetology teacher and Brand Ambassador for The Doux Hair Products, as he takes to TikTok LIVE from Los Angeles to showcase and discuss The Doux professional hair products, styling techniques, and the latest trends in the beauty industry! 🌴💇🏽♂️
Our Cosmetology students will have the opportunity to watch the LIVE together as a class and learn directly from one of their own as he shares his expertise and industry experience.
📅 Friday, September 18, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:30 p.m.
📱 TikTok LIVE – Broadcasting from Los Angeles
Tune in from your preferred device and show your support for Mr. Darkis! Let’s celebrate one of our own and the incredible opportunities our KCC teachers bring to our students. 👏✨
One Team. One Goal. Student Success. 💙💛
📚 FREE tutoring for Killeen ISD students! ✏️ The KISD Tutoring Center is open and ready to help students in grades 4–12 strengthen their skills and get to the next level! State-certified teachers provide FREE support in math, reading and writing, plus homework help, STAAR and EOC preparation and more.
📍 Jackson Professional Learning Center
📅 Monday–Thursday + select Saturdays
🔗 www.KilleenISD.org/Tutoring
📍 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
🎥🎙️ KCC AV Production Students Are Going LIVE! 🎙️🎥
On September 11, KISD Career Center AV Production students will put their classroom skills to work as they provide the live broadcast of Killeen ISD’s 20th Annual Freedom Walk at Harker Heights High School!
From cameras and audio to directing and live production, our students will take on real-world production roles while helping share this important district tradition with the community.
📺 Watch LIVE: Killeen ISD YouTube & Facebook
📅 September 11
⏰ 9:30 a.m.
Student Produced. Community Focused. Live from Harker Heights High School and the KISD Career Center.
One Team. One Goal. Student Success. 💙💛
On September 11, KISD Career Center AV Production students will put their classroom skills to work as they provide the live broadcast of Killeen ISD’s 20th Annual Freedom Walk at Harker Heights High School!
From cameras and audio to directing and live production, our students will take on real-world production roles while helping share this important district tradition with the community.
📺 Watch LIVE: Killeen ISD YouTube & Facebook
📅 September 11
⏰ 9:30 a.m.
Student Produced. Community Focused. Live from Harker Heights High School and the KISD Career Center.
One Team. One Goal. Student Success. 💙💛
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
📢 Save the Date!
Join us for KCC Open House on Wednesday, September 9, 2026!
🕒 5:30 - 7pm
📍 Killeen ISD Career Center
1320 Stagecoach Rd.
Come meet our teachers, explore programs, and see the amazing opportunities available for students. Families, we can’t wait to welcome you! 💙✨
#KCC #OpenHouse #CTE
Join us for KCC Open House on Wednesday, September 9, 2026!
🕒 5:30 - 7pm
📍 Killeen ISD Career Center
1320 Stagecoach Rd.
Come meet our teachers, explore programs, and see the amazing opportunities available for students. Families, we can’t wait to welcome you! 💙✨
#KCC #OpenHouse #CTE
