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Education / K12
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...
News / Education
Several Texas school districts are embroiled in legal battles over the display of the Ten Commandments in classrooms, a requirement mandated by a new state law. These lawsuits raise First Amendment concerns and questions about the separatio...
News / Education
Stephanie Ford, the principal of Ira Cross Elementary School in Killeen, Texas, has stepped down from her position, according to announcements from Killeen ISD. The district is currently working to find a replacement to ensure a smooth tran...
Education / District Leadership
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...
Education / Career Technical
Several Texas school districts have been honored with the CTE District of Distinction award by the Career and Technical Association of Texas (CTAT). This recognition highlights their commitment to providing high-quality career and technical...
Education / K12
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...
Education / School Safety
Killeen Independent School District (KISD) police officers responded to two separate incidents at Chaparral High School and Ellison High School on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, highlighting the importance of school safety and the immediate res...
Education / School Closures
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...
Education / K12
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...
Education / School Districts
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.
Education / K12 Education
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...
News / Education
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...
Education / K12
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...
Education / School Districts
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...
Education / K12
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...
Education / School Districts
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...
Education / K12
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...
News / Local
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.
Education / K12
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...
Education / K12
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...
