Black History Celebration is coming up!!!
This is one of our biggest event and we are ready to get the party started!
We have student-led entertainment, including the Cedar Valley Step team, the dance team, "living museum" and students reading poems. We will also have fraternities, sororities, a mentoring group and local authors.
There will be arts & crafts for all ages. There will be a vast display of soul food history with samples to try.
This is one of our biggest event and we are ready to get the party started!
We have student-led entertainment, including the Cedar Valley Step team, the dance team, "living museum" and students reading poems. We will also have fraternities, sororities, a mentoring group and local authors.
There will be arts & crafts for all ages. There will be a vast display of soul food history with samples to try.
We take care of our Grizzlies and their families.
Please reach out 254-336-6580 if you need any items or have questions.
Please reach out 254-336-6580 if you need any items or have questions.
Starting February 25th, students will be doing Benchmark Testing.
Make sure your child(ren) get plenty of rest, arrive early, and eat breakfast at home or at school before class.
Make sure your child(ren) get plenty of rest, arrive early, and eat breakfast at home or at school before class.
Please see the link below if you are interested in UGMS Track & Field merchandise and would like to support the program!
The fundraiser starts now and ends February 27th.
https://gogandy.com/union-grove-track-26
The fundraiser starts now and ends February 27th.
https://gogandy.com/union-grove-track-26
Here's the UG Dress Code Policy.
You can also find it on the Union Grove Middle School webpage, under Student Handbook & Code of Conduct: https://www.killeenisd.org/o/ugms/page/parents-students
If you have any questions, please call 254-336-6580.
You can also find it on the Union Grove Middle School webpage, under Student Handbook & Code of Conduct: https://www.killeenisd.org/o/ugms/page/parents-students
If you have any questions, please call 254-336-6580.
Do you know a Killeen ISD staff member who has gone above and beyond for your child? Someone who cares, encourages and even exemplifies our core leadership principles? The Heart of Gold Award is your chance to recognize any KISD employee that truly embodies our core values.
This award honors those who:
Prioritize People
Cultivate relationships
Lead with honor
Embrace diversity
Inspire Innovation
Lead change
Live the vision
Utilize data
Engineer Excellence
Create effective teams
Invest in self & others
Commit to excellence
Nominate below:
https://www.killeenisd.org/o/kisd/page/heart-of-gold-award
This award honors those who:
Prioritize People
Cultivate relationships
Lead with honor
Embrace diversity
Inspire Innovation
Lead change
Live the vision
Utilize data
Engineer Excellence
Create effective teams
Invest in self & others
Commit to excellence
Nominate below:
https://www.killeenisd.org/o/kisd/page/heart-of-gold-award
All UG Parents and Guardians are invited to come to ask questions, share ideas, be informed of the latest news and upcoming events.
Monday, February 23, 2026.
Monday, February 23, 2026.
Dance Practice and Try Outs are March 23rd to the 27th.
The mandatory Parent Meeting is March 2nd. They will receive their try-out packet that has several documents that need to be completed/filled out before audition week.
If you have any questions, call the Fine Arts Office : 254-336-6300 or email DEBORAH.BARRICK@KILLEENISD.ORG
The mandatory Parent Meeting is March 2nd. They will receive their try-out packet that has several documents that need to be completed/filled out before audition week.
If you have any questions, call the Fine Arts Office : 254-336-6300 or email DEBORAH.BARRICK@KILLEENISD.ORG
The KISD Visual Arts Department will be hosting our annual Art Exhibition & Festival.
The opening reception will be Monday, February 23rd 5:30pm-8:30pm, and UG will be at the front with our display this year! The festival is fun for all ages with a multitude of free hands-on art making activities, and will happen on Saturday, February 28th 10:00am-3:00pm.
The opening reception will be Monday, February 23rd 5:30pm-8:30pm, and UG will be at the front with our display this year! The festival is fun for all ages with a multitude of free hands-on art making activities, and will happen on Saturday, February 28th 10:00am-3:00pm.
Mark your calendars!
KISD Athletics and BS&W will be hosting the Spring Physicals on :
Date: Wednesday, April 22nd
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Site: KISD Career Center
For: Incoming 9th & 11th graders
KISD Athletics and BS&W will be hosting the Spring Physicals on :
Date: Wednesday, April 22nd
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Site: KISD Career Center
For: Incoming 9th & 11th graders
Field trips, concerts and other events will be happening real soon!
These require assistance from our volunteers.
If you are interested in becoming a chaperone, a volunteer application and orientation are required.
Go to killeenisd.org/volunteer to do the application.
Email Mrs. Ventura at Jennise.Colinventura@killeenisd.org to let her know that you have completed the application.
Allow 3 to 5 business days for the application to be processed.
Mrs. Ventura will reach out to schedule orientation.
Chaperone spots are limited and first come, first served.
These require assistance from our volunteers.
If you are interested in becoming a chaperone, a volunteer application and orientation are required.
Go to killeenisd.org/volunteer to do the application.
Email Mrs. Ventura at Jennise.Colinventura@killeenisd.org to let her know that you have completed the application.
Allow 3 to 5 business days for the application to be processed.
Mrs. Ventura will reach out to schedule orientation.
Chaperone spots are limited and first come, first served.
This is the LAST WEEK for the United Way fundraiser!
A HUGE SHOUT OUT to Mr. Hess and Ms. Lucas for getting tatted up by their students! We appreciate them for helping United Way of Central Texas. Who will get tattoos this week?!
During all grade level lunches, students can donate money for various fun activities.
Parents can also donate by using the QR code on the flyer. (If they are donating for their child to participate in the activities, please email Parent Liaison, Mrs. Ventura at jennise.colinventura@killeenisd.org so she can add it to the list of participants.)
All donations are tax deductible (you will get a digital receipt) and stays in our area. These funds help our local students and their families that need help.
One of the biggest celebrations at UG is the Black History Celebration, February 26th, 5:30pm to 7pm.
We have LOTS of student-led entertainment happening!
We will also have local published authors and large displays of the history of soul food and samples to try.
Please come and support your students.
We have LOTS of student-led entertainment happening!
We will also have local published authors and large displays of the history of soul food and samples to try.
Please come and support your students.
Parents Meeting is March 2nd and 3rd at 5:30pm.
Check in by March 1st using link in flyer.
Check in by March 1st using link in flyer.
Academic UIL Schedule at Union Grove Middle School.
Grizzly Lab is this Saturday, February 21st from 9am to 12pm. This is a free service provided for our Grizzly students.
It's an opportunity to get assistance on homework, catch up on assignments and make up work.
To register your student: https://forms.office.com/r/Ogvv5EfCPa
It's an opportunity to get assistance on homework, catch up on assignments and make up work.
To register your student: https://forms.office.com/r/Ogvv5EfCPa
Every Friday, UG Parents and guardians of the military (active duty, retired, prior service, reserves, National Guard, etc.) can join their children to have lunch every Friday.
You can bring lunches or purchase meals in the cafeteria.
To see the KISD menu, go here: https://www.schoolcafe.com/killeenisd
For cafeteria schedule, call front office at 254-336-6580.
Any questions about the event, call Parent Liaison, Jennise Ventura at 254-336-6580 or email: Jennise.Colinventura@gmail.com
You can bring lunches or purchase meals in the cafeteria.
To see the KISD menu, go here: https://www.schoolcafe.com/killeenisd
For cafeteria schedule, call front office at 254-336-6580.
Any questions about the event, call Parent Liaison, Jennise Ventura at 254-336-6580 or email: Jennise.Colinventura@gmail.com
The KISD Visual Arts Department will be hosting our annual Art Exhibition & Festival.
The opening reception will be Monday, February 23rd 5:30pm-8:30pm, and UG will be at the front with our display this year! The festival is fun for all ages with a multitude of free hands-on art making activities, and will happen on Saturday, February 28th 10:00am-3:00pm.
The opening reception will be Monday, February 23rd 5:30pm-8:30pm, and UG will be at the front with our display this year! The festival is fun for all ages with a multitude of free hands-on art making activities, and will happen on Saturday, February 28th 10:00am-3:00pm.
Awards from the American Dance and Drill Team Regional Competition at Belton High School, February 14th:
SOLOS
Lily 3rd runner up
Lydia Lee 2nd runner up
Emery - best in class duet
OFFICERS
sweepstakes
judges award - Jazz
Judges award - lyrical
Best overall - gold
Best in class - 1st runner up
TEAM
Sweepstakes & Gussie Nell Davis
Judges award - jazz
Judges award - Pom
Best overall - platinum
Academic champions 2nd place
Best in class - 1st place
Best of the best - 7th place (out of all teams/ages)
SOLOS
Lily 3rd runner up
Lydia Lee 2nd runner up
Emery - best in class duet
OFFICERS
sweepstakes
judges award - Jazz
Judges award - lyrical
Best overall - gold
Best in class - 1st runner up
TEAM
Sweepstakes & Gussie Nell Davis
Judges award - jazz
Judges award - Pom
Best overall - platinum
Academic champions 2nd place
Best in class - 1st place
Best of the best - 7th place (out of all teams/ages)
The Spring Break Program will run March 16–20, from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, and is free for Boys & Girls Club members. The program will take place at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Texas College & Career Center, located at 707 N. 8th Street, Killeen, TX.
Students will participate in a variety of engaging activities throughout the week, including arts and crafts, gym activities, games, and more. Members will need to bring their own meals, and snacks will be provided. Registration packets are required and must be submitted by March 13, with online registration encouraged by March 11 to secure a spot.
Students will participate in a variety of engaging activities throughout the week, including arts and crafts, gym activities, games, and more. Members will need to bring their own meals, and snacks will be provided. Registration packets are required and must be submitted by March 13, with online registration encouraged by March 11 to secure a spot.
