Killeen High School

Track

December 5, 2025

Lace up, Roos! Track tryouts • Dec 8 • 4:40 PM • Leo Buckley.

High School Softball Support

December 2, 2025

Help support the Killeen High School softball team! Every donation brings us closer to our goals. Thank you for cheering us on!

KHS Winter Dance Showcase

December 2, 2025

Join us for the KHS Dance Department’s first-ever Winter Dance Showcase! Thursday, Dec. 18 • 6:30pm K HS Auditorium Featuring the Kangarettes, JV Joeys, KHS dance cla...

KHS Kangarettes Kids Camp

December 2, 2025

KHS Kangarettes Kids Camp is now open for registration! Join us Saturday, Dec. 13 from 9am–12pm. Students in K–8 can participate for $35, which includes a t-shirt. Come dance w...

Killeen High School Apparel Store

June 2, 2025

Killeen High School Store: The Kangaroos 24/7 online store is now available! Check it out! Killeen High School | Squadlocker (254) 336-7208

More than 1,500 Killeen ISD student-athletes across Chaparral, Ellison, Harker Heights, Killeen and Shoemaker high schools earned honor roll status through the first nine weeks of the school year, shining a spotlight on the determined efforts those individuals put forth while striving for academic and athletic excellence. “In Killeen ISD, we are continually raising the standard. We have set high expectations for all our student-athletes in and out of the classroom. Their achievements reflect that commitment,” KISD executive director for boys athletics Matt Carroll said. “Having more than 1,500 high school athletes earn honor roll status shows their dedication to excellence beyond the game. We are proud to help shape true student-athletes, who thrive academically and competitively.” While honor roll recipients represent all athletic programs, those competing in fall sports demonstrated exceptional time management and perseverance during a demanding first grading period. This fall, multiple programs enjoyed postseason success. Harker Heights team tennis advanced to the playoffs and secured a bi-district championship. The Ellison and Harker Heights boys cross country teams brought home district titles and advanced to regionals, in which Shoemaker and Chaparral also participated. The Chaparral, Harker Heights and Ellison volleyball teams qualified for postseason play, with the Lady Eagles advancing to the second round. On the gridiron, Ellison and Harker Heights football earned playoff berths, with the Knights capturing their fourth consecutive district championship and advancing, so far, to the second round. “Creating true student-athletes in Killeen ISD means inspiring individuals to invest as much time and effort in the classroom as they do in their sports,” KISD executive director for girls athletics Latisha Williams said. “When students learn to excel both academically and athletically, they are not only working toward building great teams for the now but also laying a foundation for their future.” Carroll and Williams also expressed their appreciation for the teachers, counselors and coaches who dedicate themselves to supporting the student-athletes.

More than 1,500 Killeen ISD Student-Athletes Make Honor Roll for First Nine Weeks

November 21, 2025

More than 1,500 Killeen ISD student-athletes across Chaparral, Ellison, Harker Heights, Killeen and Shoemaker high schools earned honor roll status through the first nine weeks of...

Firefighter Cadets Complete Live Fire Training

November 20, 2025

When the call of a structure fire sounded off, the firefighter cadets climbed down from two ladder trucks, pulled hoses and began assessing the burning building as brownish smoke b...

Killeen ISD Trustees Approve Academic Calendar

November 19, 2025

The Killeen ISD Board of Trustees on Tuesday approved the 2026–27 academic calendar , setting the first day of school for Aug. 17, 2026, and the last day for May 27, 2027. The cal...

Killeen ISD Board Names Dr. King Davis as Superintendent of Schools

November 17, 2025

The Killeen Independent School District Board of Trustees voted Monday during a special meeting to approve Dr. King Davis as the district’s next superintendent of schools. Davis, ...

Future Ready Career Exploration Event Inspires Next Generation

November 17, 2025

Killeen ISD Career & Technical Education proudly hosted the 2025 Future Ready Career Exploration Event on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Skipcha Elementary School—welcoming 437 s...

Bands Perform Salute to America's Veterans

November 12, 2025

In a grand and rousing salute to veterans, Killeen ISD wind ensembles from the five high school bands paid tribute Tuesday to America’s military personnel past and present. Eac...

JROTC Cadets, KISD All-Star Band March in Parade

November 11, 2025

Five Junior ROTC battalions and the Killeen ISD high school All-Star Band brought rhythm, youth and spirit Tuesday to the city’s annual Veterans Day parade in downtown Killeen. ...

Ellison Theater Staging Descendants Nov. 6-9

November 5, 2025

When the teen children of classic Disney villains join their parents’ heroic rivals’ progeny in high school, the result could be disastrous, but it will certainly be entertaining. ...

Chaparral Drama Staging Godspell Nov. 6-8

November 4, 2025

Imagine Jesus Christ dressed in tie-dyed T-shirt while teaching against a backdrop of colorful, graffitied Galilean walls. Now imagine his band of followers breaking out in son...

With Focus on Trust and Transparency, Killeen ISD Selects Dr. King Davis as Lone Finalist for Superintendent

October 21, 2025

The Killeen Independent School District Board of Trustees voted 7-0 Monday to name Dr. King Davis the lone finalist for superintendent of schools, selecting an experienced educato...

Five Bands Earn Superior Ratings, Move on to Area

October 20, 2025

Killeen ISD’s five high school bands achieved a three-peat at the annual region marching contest Saturday, earning perfect scores to advance to the area round of UIL marching compe...

Career Center Students Practice Screening at Awareness Event

October 6, 2025

Killeen ISD Career Center students interested in medical careers practiced general health screenings while learning from nurses and survivors about the treatment and prevention of ...

Marching Bands Better Together at 47th Spirit Spectacular

September 21, 2025

From “down the witch’s road” to the lights of Broadway to blue skies and “great balls of fire,” Killeen ISD’s bands showed off their spectacular spirit. A sold-out crowd at Leo...

High Schools Welcome Families to Open House

September 18, 2025

Open house is not just for the little kids. Killeen ISD’s high schools on Wednesday welcomed students, their parents and other family members to the district’s annual high scho...

<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">In a move intended to boost parent involvement in their students’ reading, Killeen ISD is using an online platform that gives parents access and voice inside their children’s school libraries.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">The service, called Bookmarked, allows parents to receive a notice when their child is checking out a book.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><img src="https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/killeen_isd_ar/picture/data/844142/content_R5VMVE1d5Hgg1Sb4kYow8g.png" alt="KHS library" data-link="" data-alignment="left" width="289" height="193" style="display: inline-block;padding: 0px 19px 19px 0px;float: left;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Parents may also access book summaries and questions that can spark discussion.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">Reeces Creek Elementary School Librarian Rayanne Polm, the district elementary lead librarian, said the service could increase engagement between home and school.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">“Traditionally families connect with the teachers, since they have the most interactions with their students,” she said. “I think this is a great opportunity for the librarians and the families to strengthen our partnerships.”</span></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt">A parent user guide is accessible through the KISD web site:</span></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; letter-spacing: normal; white-space-collapse: collapse;" class="MsoNormal"><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);" href="https://www.killeenisd.org/o/kisd/page/bookmarked"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif">https://www.killeenisd.org/o/kisd/page/bookmarked</span></a></p><p style="margin: 0in; line-height: 18.4px; 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Online Platform Gives Parents Voice in Children’s Reading

September 16, 2025

In a move intended to boost parent involvement in their students’ reading, Killeen ISD is using an online platform that gives parents access and voice inside their children’s schoo...