Killeen Independent School District

Congratulations to Shoemaker High School Valedictorian Maggie Ha and Salutatorian Lily Nguyen and the rest of the Greywolves' Class of 2026. Read all about these impressive scholars: https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2895709

Congratulations to Harker Heights High School Valedictorian Hannah Shin and Salutatorian Rebekah Koh and the rest of the Knights' Class of 2026. Read about these two amazing scholars here: https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2895731

Chaparral High School Junior ROTC cadets retired 25 American flags during a moving, formal ceremony Friday in the school auditorium. Read our story and see photos from the event: https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2931740

Congratulations to Early College High School valedictorian Maxymus Channan and salutatorian Thomas Pauley, as well as all of the Lions' Class of 2026! Read about these amazing scholars here: https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2886695

Congratulations to all the participants and the winners of the Skipcha Elementary School 16th annual civic oration contest. These students are sharp! https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2928516

Meadows Elementary students loved the soldiers and their drones, as well as police officers, business leaders and Buster the Bus among many other presenters. Thanks to all who made the day so special! https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2928436

Congratulations and thank you to the courageous, service-minded KISD seniors set to embark on military service. See photos and read our story about the annual KISD military enlistment recognition ceremony. https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2925896

Fifty Killeen ISD seniors set to graduate signed letters of intent at five ceremonies this week to continue their fine arts studies or to perform or both at the college level. Congratulations to these creatively brilliant Class of 2026 seniors! https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2915224

#CelebratingStaff The Killeen ISD Education Foundation hit the road Tuesday with some special deliveries in the form of oversized checks, surprising 21 educators with more than $75,000 in grants!!! These funds will support professional development opportunities and provide new ways to strengthen learning experiences for students across the district.

It’s always exciting to celebrate the educators who continually invest their time, energy, and talent into helping students succeed. Thank you to the KISD Education Foundation for the continued support, and congratulations to all!!! #WeAreKISD

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Killeen ISD Fine Arts began a series of signing ceremonies Monday celebrating the 50 students across five KISD high schools scheduled to continue fine arts studies at the college level. https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2915224

The Killeen ISD Education Foundation marked its silver anniversary Thursday night in a celebration for the ages, honoring top scholars set to graduate and inaugurating a new award that honors a favorite former educator still inspiring students and teachers. See our story and photos from the big night. https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2907889

Maude Moore Wood Elementary pre-kindergarten students walked the red carpet Tuesday dressed in the career fashion they want to pursue. "When I grow up I want to ..."
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The Killeen ISD GT Project Showcase brought curiosity, creativity, and research to life Monday with kindergarten through eighth-graders showing off 150 projects from their yearlong Texas Performance Standards Project presentations. https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2894126

At Killeen High on Monday, five student-athletes were celebrated during a signing ceremony inside the Roos' gym!!! Excited family members couldn't stop smiling and the athletes were more than happy to pose for pictures. Congratulations to the following:
Sha’Drach Gordon, football, Community Christian College
Anthony Beverly, football, Olivet Nazarene University
Jamarcus Wilder, football, Community Christian College
Allan Cellars, powerlifting, Midland University
Trint Robinson, basketball, Bethany College
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#WeAreKISD

About 170 of the 200 Early College High School soon-to-graduate seniors traveled across Killeen ISD on five buses Monday for a cross-district senior walk as elementary students cheered them on. https://www.flickr.com/photos/killeenisd/albums/72177720333597081

Chaparral Bobcat Drama has made history once again! This was the first year the troupe was qualified to enter in the Heller Awards for Young Artists. Not only was it a milestone to get five nominations in its first year, but it's exceptional to win the HAYA for Best Scenic Design! Congratulations Bobcats! https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2878699

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Chaparral High School on Wednesday morning celebrated in full force its largest athletic signing day group –– 15! –– to date! Students represented five sports, and all had a chance to thank friends and family in front of a huge crowd in the gym. Congrats to everyone! #WeAreKISD
Baseball
Sebastian Romero –– Ottawa University
Kelvin "KG" Fuentes –– Hesston College
Michael Schubert –– Ottawa University
Football
Logan Collins –– Olivet Nazarene University
Aaden McCullum –– College of the Redwoods
Boys Soccer
Blaze Hiapo –– Schreiner University
Jonathan “JD” Sanchez –– Southwestern Christian College
Diego Loayza –– Southwestern Christian College
Terrence Robinson –– University of Arkansas - Rich Mountain
Yiamxel Marino Vega –– Blinn College
Girls Soccer
Austin Vela-Diehl –– University of South Carolina-Upstate
Girls Track
Laila Erwin –– Jacksonville College
Alexis Gratton –– Jacksonville College (Wasn’t in attendance)
Boys Track
Grant Montgomery –– Concordia University
Wrestling
Ava Milliner –– Western Colorado

#BreakingNews: Killeen ISD announces Brittany Nault as the new principal of Clarke Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year.

🥳 A Killeen ISD alum, Nault steps into the role with more than 15 years of experience in education, during which she’s focused her efforts around building structured, safe and inclusive school cultures that benefit both students and staff growth.

“The hiring committee selected Ms. Nault because of her strong instructional background and her proven ability to build a positive, structured campus environment,” said Dr. Jo-Lynette Crayton, assistant superintendent for elementary education. “Her experience and leadership style align well with the needs of Clarke Elementary and will support continued success for students and staff.”

Nault currently is in her third year as assistant principal at Cedar Valley Elementary. Among other priorities centered on student and staff success during her tenure as assistant principal, Nault served as the campus’ behavior coordinator, led the school’s Capturing Kids’ Hearts initiative, and provided mentorship for fellow coworkers.

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