Killeen Independent School District

With the football season right around the corner, Killeen ISD coaches put their pep-talk voices to use Wednesday and pumped up a room full of community members.

As guests of honor during the Rotary Club of Killeen’s monthly meeting at the Killeen Arts and Activities Center, the coaches reflected on the year that was and revved the engine for what’s to come on their campuses in 2026-2027 while giving members a quick rundown of all the success happening every day in KISD athletics.

Read more: www.killeenisd.org/news

Killeen ISD teachers began two days of Job-A-Like professional development Wednesday as time ticks down to the start of the new school year August 17.

🚨 Update (8/5/26): #New: Students are now permitted to bring a thermos 4" x 6" or smaller containing their lunch from home. www.killeenisd.org/scoc

If your child rides the bus, make sure you've downloaded SMART Tag.

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

Excited teachers returned this week to campus and are working hard to prepare for students to arrive Aug. 17 for the new school year. https://www.killeenisd.org/article/3058786

📚 School starts soon, and there's still time to enroll!

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

#Celebratingsuccess: 🎉 Congratulations to our very own Veronica Bayne from Killeen HS! Ms. Bayne was selected to the Governor's Texas Classroom Commission to advocate for students and help the state shape public education and strengthen student achievement. Ms. Bayne share's "After 15 years in the classroom, I know that the decisions we make about public education have a real impact on teachers and students every day. Serving on the Texas Classroom Commission is an opportunity to bring that classroom perspective to the table, advocate for our students and educators, and help shape a stronger future for public education in Texas." #WEAREKISD 💛
Read the full story: https://www.facebook.com/share/17rRP2fFzu/?mibextid=wwXlfr

📚 Before the first day of school, take a few minutes to review the 2026-2027 Killeen ISD Student Code of Conduct.

The Student Code of Conduct includes important reminders about:
✅ Dress code expectations
✅ Personal communication devices
✅ Clear or mesh backpack requirements
✅ Water bottle guidelines
✅ Other student expectations for the school year

Reviewing the Student Code of Conduct before shopping or the first day can help ensure your student is ready for a successful start to the school year.

📅 Manor Middle School students begin classes Tuesday, Aug. 4. All other Killeen ISD students return Monday, Aug. 17.

Read the full Student Code of Conduct: www.killeenisd.org/news

Teamwork, leadership, resilience and unity were some of the lessons taught through physical fitness as the Chaparral Bobcats football team continued to prepare for the upcoming season and trained Thursday morning at Joseph L. Searles III Stadium with U.S. Army III Armored Corps soldiers from Fort Hood.
Pics: www.killeenisd.org/photos
The athletes were put to the test and challenged during a number of strength and conditioning drills, putting mind over matter to accomplish the tasks at hand. With the first day of fall camp for the 2026 season Monday, Aug. 3, Bobcats football head coach Tyrell McCrea said the training was a big boost and he was proud of the way his players responded to the instruction and overcame adversity.

Killeen ISD's five high school bands are deep into summer marching camp learning the techniques that will lead to amazing halftime and competition shows this fall. Check out our photos and story about these hard-working student musicians. https://www.killeenisd.org/article/3048375

COVER CHAMPS: During what has become an annual tradition, the Harker Heights Knights Football team received its commemorative edition of Dave Campbell's Texas Football magazine, featuring a special cover celebrating the program’s 2025 district championship.
More photos: www.killeenisd.org/photos
Head coach Mark Humble –– joined by representatives from Texas Farm Bureau Insurance, which sponsored the special edition –– unveiled the magazine Thursday following the Knights’ final voluntary strength and conditioning session of the summer.
Humble reminded his players that the magazine honors last season’s accomplishments and the focus for the reigning District 12-6A champs now shifts to 2026 and earning the opportunity to be featured again.
#WeAreKISD

Everything you need for the first day of school is in one place. Find your child's school supply list, apply for free and reduced-price meals, learn about SMART Tag for bus riders, view important back-to-school readiness dates, access registration information and more at www.killeenisd.org/backtoschool.

#NEW: 🚌 Stay connected to your child's ride to and from school!

Download the SMARTtag Parent App today to receive bus notifications, track your student's bus, and access important transportation information all in one place.

Learn how to get started at www.killeenisd.org/bus-app.

Last night's Board of Trustees meeting recognized students and campuses for outstanding achievements, including national honors in dance, Capturing Kids' Hearts National Showcase School recognition, and a prestigious NASA SEES internship.

Congratulations to all of our students, staff and campuses for representing Killeen ISD with excellence. 💛🖤

📸 View the full Flickr album here:https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD1a2i

As students return for athletics, marching band, cheer, dance and other outdoor activities, Killeen ISD is implementing NEW UIL heat safety standards designed to better protect students during outdoor practices and rehearsals.
Student safety remains our top priority. Learn more about the new requirements and how they help keep students safe throughout the school year.

🔗 Read the full release here: https://www.killeenisd.org/article/3046477

New teacher induction continues this week at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center as the start to school on Aug. 17 nears. See our added KISD photos.
https://www.flickr.com/photos/killeenisd/albums/72177720334880158

Killeen ISD's newest teachers enjoyed a community-sized welcome Monday during the district's annual New Teacher Induction leading into the new school year. https://www.killeenisd.org/article/3045380

In preparation for the 2026-2027 school year, Killeen ISD's middle school and high school coaches gathered Thursday at Killeen High School for a full day of professional development and collaboration focused on supporting student-athletes in the classroom and in competition.

More pics: www.killeenisd.org/photos

We appreciate all the hard work that our coaches pour into building programs that promote sportsmanship, integrity and high standards, and their efforts in guiding student-athletes toward success now and in the future.

#WeAreKISD

🎉 Congratulations to Killeen ISD 2026 graduate Zachary Repine on earning national recognition from the National Association of Federally Impacted Schools (NAFIS)!

Zachary has been selected to receive a 2026 John Forkenbrock Memorial National Educational Scholarship, earning a $1,000 award in recognition of his academic achievement, leadership, community involvement and commitment to serving others through education and related fields.

He was chosen from a competitive pool of 51 applicants representing 17 states. The scholarship honors the legacy of longtime NAFIS Executive Director John Forkenbrock and supports graduating seniors from federally impacted school districts who aspire to make a difference in the lives of students.

This fall, Zachary will attend the University of Houston as he begins the next chapter of his educational journey.

Congratulations, Zachary! We are proud to celebrate this outstanding accomplishment and can't wait to see the impact you'll make in the years ahead.

#WeAreKISD