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Killeen ISD Faces Lawsuit Over Stabbing Death; Elementary Principal Resigns | Dr. King Davis Appointed Superintendent of Killeen ISD | Killeen ISD Employees Placed on Leave Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations | Killeen ISD Approves Campus Closures and Optimization Plan | King Davis Named Killeen ISD Superintendent | Killeen ISD Nears Final Decision in Superintendent Search | Killeen ISD Updates: Safety Lawsuit, Staffing Goals, and Bilingual Program Changes | Killeen ISD Seeks Community Input on Superintendent Search | Killeen ISD Faces Lawsuit Over Stabbing Death; Elementary Principal Resigns | Dr. King Davis Appointed Superintendent of Killeen ISD | Killeen ISD Employees Placed on Leave Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations | Killeen ISD Approves Campus Closures and Optimization Plan | King Davis Named Killeen ISD Superintendent | Killeen ISD Nears Final Decision in Superintendent Search | Killeen ISD Updates: Safety Lawsuit, Staffing Goals, and Bilingual Program Changes | Killeen ISD Seeks Community Input on Superintendent Search

Education / K12

Killeen ISD Faces Lawsuit Over Stabbing Death; Elementary Principal Resigns

Killeen Independent School District (KISD) is currently dealing with a lawsuit filed by the father of a 14-year-old student who was fatally stabbed at Roy J. Smith Middle School. Simultaneously, Stephanie Ford, the principal of Ira Cross El...

First court date set in lawsuit over KISD stabbing death
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Education / District Leadership

Dr. King Davis Appointed Superintendent of Killeen ISD

Dr. King Davis has been officially appointed as the permanent superintendent of Killeen Independent School District (KISD) after serving as interim. His appointment brings a wealth of experience in addressing budget deficits and improving a...

Dr. King Davis appointed as Killeen ISD’s permanent superintendent

Education / K12

Killeen ISD Employees Placed on Leave Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

Killeen Independent School District (KISD) has placed two employees on leave following allegations of sexual misconduct. The district initiated an investigation after receiving claims from an adult who is not a KISD student, against her bio...

KISD places two employees on leave due to sexual misconduct allegations

Education / School Closures

Killeen ISD Approves Campus Closures and Optimization Plan

The Killeen Independent School District (KISD) Board of Trustees has approved a series of district optimization recommendations, including the closure of several campuses, to ensure long-term efficiency, strengthen student programs, and res...

Campus Closures: Here’s a look at the KISD schools that will close next year, after decades of teaching children

Education / K12

King Davis Named Killeen ISD Superintendent

Dr. King Davis has been appointed as the new superintendent of Killeen Independent School District (KISD), marking a significant step forward for the district. His selection follows a unanimous vote by the Board of Trustees and a period of...

‘I Am Committed’: Dr. King Davis Says Passion for Children is at the Heart of Killeen ISD Future

Education / School Districts

Killeen ISD Nears Final Decision in Superintendent Search

Killeen Independent School District (KISD) is nearing the end of its search for a new superintendent. The Board of Trustees has scheduled a special meeting to interview candidates and potentially name a lone finalist.

Next Steps in Superintendent Search

Education / K12 Education

Killeen ISD Updates: Safety Lawsuit, Staffing Goals, and Bilingual Program Changes

This article summarizes recent developments within the Killeen Independent School District (KISD), covering a lawsuit concerning campus safety, efforts to decrease the number of uncertified teachers, and shifts in emergent bilingual student...

Father of student fatally stabbed sues KISD

News / Education

Killeen ISD Seeks Community Input on Superintendent Search

Killeen Independent School District (KISD) is actively seeking community input as it embarks on the search for a new superintendent. This initiative follows the departure of Dr. Joy Ann Fey and aims to ensure the next leader aligns with the...

Killeen ISD seeks community input on new Superintendent search

Education / K12

Killeen ISD Superintendent Search: Community Input and Timeline Update

Killeen Independent School District (KISD) is currently undergoing a search for a new superintendent following the departure of Dr. Jo Ann Fey. The district is actively engaging with the community to gather input on the qualities and charac...

KISD continues search for next superintendent

Education / School Districts

Killeen ISD Addresses Failing Middle Schools with Improvement Plan

Killeen Independent School District (KISD) is responding to unacceptable performance ratings at Palo Alto, Eastern Hills, and Manor Middle Schools by developing a state-required improvement plan. This plan, mandated by the Texas Education A...

Killeen Independent School District gives overview on plan to improve failing middle schools

Education / K12

Killeen ISD Shares Guide for Addressing Campus Concerns

Killeen Independent School District (KISD) has released a reference guide to help families navigate and address campus concerns effectively. Additionally, Kingsley High School is celebrating a milestone with its first-ever National Merit Se...

KISD shares quick reference guide for addressing campus concerns

Education / School Districts

Killeen ISD Faces Possible State Oversight After Middle Schools Receive Failing Grades

Killeen Independent School District (KISD) is under pressure from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to address failing middle schools or face possible state oversight. This situation arises after three schools received consecutive unacceptab...

TEA orders KISD to address failing middle schools, or face takeover

Education / K12

Killeen ISD Addresses Roof Replacement and TEA Intervention

Killeen Independent School District (KISD) is currently managing two significant issues: the commencement of roof repairs at the Franklin & Emily Pratt Learning and Leadership Center and a directive from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to...

KISD begins Pratt learning center roof replacement

News / Local

Killeen Boil Water Notice and ISD Optimization Efforts

Recent updates from Killeen, Texas, include a boil water notice affecting several streets due to ongoing reconstruction, and Killeen ISD's efforts to optimize district performance in response to TEA directives.

Boil-water notice issued for Killeen, Nolanville

Education / K12

Killeen ISD Considers School Closures and Reorganization Amidst Financial Challenges

The Killeen Independent School District (KISD) is actively engaged in a "District Optimization" strategic planning process to address evolving demographic, financial, and academic challenges. This initiative may involve school closures, con...

Closing KISD schools for better optimization? In one scenario, Peebles and Hay Branch would shutter

Education / K12

Killeen ISD Adopts Budget and Optimization Plan for Enhanced Student Success

Killeen Independent School District (KISD) is proactively addressing its future by adopting a $578 million budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and initiating a 'District Optimization' plan. These measures aim to enhance student success thr...

Killeen ISD Adopts Budget that Prioritizes Pay Raises, Academic Support and Safety

Education / K12

Killeen ISD Begins New School Year with Focus on Safety and Smooth Traffic

Killeen Independent School District (KISD) commenced the 2025-2026 school year with a strong emphasis on student safety and efficient traffic management. The district has implemented new security protocols and infrastructure improvements to...

Killeen ISD Leans Into First Day of 2025-2026

News / Education

Killeen ISD Performance in State Ratings and Boil-Water Notice

This article summarizes two important updates affecting the Killeen, Texas community: Killeen ISD's performance in the 2025 Texas Education Agency accountability ratings and a boil-water notice issued for some residents in North Killeen.

Boil-water notice issued for maintenance work in north Killeen

News / Education

Killeen ISD: Teacher Program Success and School Safety Update

This article summarizes recent news from Killeen ISD, highlighting the success of the 'KISD Teach' program and the district's response to a threatening social media post.

Paraprofessional gains bachelor’s degree through ‘KISD Teach’ Program

Education / School Board

Killeen School Board Election Nears & Texas High Artists Honored

The Killeen Independent School District (KISD) is approaching its school board election, while in Texarkana, Texas High School students are being celebrated for their artistic achievements.

MOSS Foundation hosts Killeen school board election forum