📅 September Reminder! Mark your calendar for upcoming student and staff holidays, professional development days and other important dates.
Stay connected all year long with the Killeen ISD mobile app for district news, events and reminders right at your fingertips.
📱 Download the app today, or view the full district calendar at killeenisd.org/calendar.
Stay connected all year long with the Killeen ISD mobile app for district news, events and reminders right at your fingertips.
📱 Download the app today, or view the full district calendar at killeenisd.org/calendar.
Ready to start a career that makes a difference? 🚔
Killeen ISD Police is now accepting applications for our Police Cadet Program! Earn a paycheck, gain hands-on experience, and receive valuable training while Killeen ISD pays for your police academy.
Take the first step toward serving and protecting our students, staff, and community.
👉 Apply today at: https://www.applitrack.com/killeenisd/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=police%20cadet&AppliTrackJobId=4227&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1
Killeen ISD Police is now accepting applications for our Police Cadet Program! Earn a paycheck, gain hands-on experience, and receive valuable training while Killeen ISD pays for your police academy.
Take the first step toward serving and protecting our students, staff, and community.
👉 Apply today at: https://www.applitrack.com/killeenisd/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=police%20cadet&AppliTrackJobId=4227&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1
🚗 JDA DISMISSAL REMINDER
As we prepare for dismissal:
• All parent pickup is in the parent loop at the SOUTH side of the building.
• There is no park-and-pickup option.
• Please do not enter the student waiting area.
• Stay in the center pickup lane and pull all the way forward.
• Even if you see your child farther back, continue forward—your student will come to you.
• Once your student is in the vehicle, use the left lane to exit.
🚌 Bus families: Please download the SMART Tag Parent App using the email connected to your student's registration. You can track boarding, the bus's GPS location, and drop-off. We strongly recommend turning on notifications and set preferences.
Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe and moving! ❤️
As we prepare for dismissal:
• All parent pickup is in the parent loop at the SOUTH side of the building.
• There is no park-and-pickup option.
• Please do not enter the student waiting area.
• Stay in the center pickup lane and pull all the way forward.
• Even if you see your child farther back, continue forward—your student will come to you.
• Once your student is in the vehicle, use the left lane to exit.
🚌 Bus families: Please download the SMART Tag Parent App using the email connected to your student's registration. You can track boarding, the bus's GPS location, and drop-off. We strongly recommend turning on notifications and set preferences.
Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe and moving! ❤️
🎶 Here come the Men in Black... 🖤😎 🎶
And they SHOWED UP and SHOWED OUT for our students this morning!
A huge thank you to our Men in Black for helping make Day One special across Killeen ISD.
From the smiles and high-fives to the words of encouragement, you helped make sure our students started their year feeling welcomed, seen and cared for. 💛
That’s how you start a school year!
Missed out this morning? Want to get involved and make a difference for KISD students?
We’d love to have you! Learn more about volunteer opportunities here: https://www.killeenisd.org/page/volunteer
Thank you, Men in Black! 🖤💛 #WeAreKISD
And they SHOWED UP and SHOWED OUT for our students this morning!
A huge thank you to our Men in Black for helping make Day One special across Killeen ISD.
From the smiles and high-fives to the words of encouragement, you helped make sure our students started their year feeling welcomed, seen and cared for. 💛
That’s how you start a school year!
Missed out this morning? Want to get involved and make a difference for KISD students?
We’d love to have you! Learn more about volunteer opportunities here: https://www.killeenisd.org/page/volunteer
Thank you, Men in Black! 🖤💛 #WeAreKISD
JDA Families,
What a GREAT first day! Thank you for your patience, grace, and flexibility as we worked through the normal first-day kinks. We are so proud of our Roadrunners and grateful for your partnership!
A few reminders for tomorrow:
Student IDs: All students will receive their JDA ID during 2nd period.
Parent Pickup: Pickup is in the back of the school. Please stay in the middle lane, pull all the way forward, and use the left lane to exit once your child is in the vehicle. We do not have a park-and-pick-up option. Please remind students to actively look for your vehicle, and for safety, parents should not enter the student waiting area.
Bus Riders: Please download the SMART Tag Parent App to track your student's bus in real time. We learned today that drivers must select an additional option to see students listed as “inactive,” which caused most of the bus issues. Transportation is aware and tracking the concern.
We are currently tracking one bus with 22 JDA students still en route home. They have encountered high school dismissal traffic, so we expect them home soon. The SMART Tag app will provide the most current location.
Please remind students to look for their four-digit route number when finding their bus.
Boys & Girls Club: Free for all JDA students with registration, open until 6:30 p.m., with snacks provided. Pickup is at Door 27 near the courtyard gates.
Thank you again for helping make Day 1 such a positive start. We learned a lot today, and tomorrow will be even smoother!
Go Roadrunners! ❤️💙
What a GREAT first day! Thank you for your patience, grace, and flexibility as we worked through the normal first-day kinks. We are so proud of our Roadrunners and grateful for your partnership!
A few reminders for tomorrow:
Student IDs: All students will receive their JDA ID during 2nd period.
Parent Pickup: Pickup is in the back of the school. Please stay in the middle lane, pull all the way forward, and use the left lane to exit once your child is in the vehicle. We do not have a park-and-pick-up option. Please remind students to actively look for your vehicle, and for safety, parents should not enter the student waiting area.
Bus Riders: Please download the SMART Tag Parent App to track your student's bus in real time. We learned today that drivers must select an additional option to see students listed as “inactive,” which caused most of the bus issues. Transportation is aware and tracking the concern.
We are currently tracking one bus with 22 JDA students still en route home. They have encountered high school dismissal traffic, so we expect them home soon. The SMART Tag app will provide the most current location.
Please remind students to look for their four-digit route number when finding their bus.
Boys & Girls Club: Free for all JDA students with registration, open until 6:30 p.m., with snacks provided. Pickup is at Door 27 near the courtyard gates.
Thank you again for helping make Day 1 such a positive start. We learned a lot today, and tomorrow will be even smoother!
Go Roadrunners! ❤️💙
❤️💙 Roadrunner Families — tomorrow is the day!
We are excited to welcome our students for the first day of school on Monday, August 17!
Please take a few minutes tonight to review the JDA First Day Procedures graphic with your student. It includes important information about:
🚪 Arrival, Door 1 & Door 16
🎒 Clear or mesh backpacks
📚 What students actually need on Day 1
📵 Electronics & Yondr expectations
🍎 Breakfast, lunch, supper & snacks
🚌 Bus routes and first-week timing
📋 Schedule pickup by grade level
👕 Day 1 dress code expectations
📝 Registration assistance
Doors open at 7:30 AM. Students do not need to have everything figured out before they arrive. Our staff will be throughout the building to teach, practice, support, and help as students learn their new routines.
For our bus families, please give routes and arrival times a little grace this first week as transportation settles into its flow.
Thank you for partnering with us and trusting us with your Roadrunner. We are in this together, and we cannot wait to see our students tomorrow! ❤️💙
Need assistance?
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/9TiHjsrAbB
✨ Intentional Impact by Design
Roadrunners take care of Roadrunners.
#JDAFamily #IntentionalImpactByDesign #JourneyOfDiscoveryAndAchievement #WeAreJDA #CapturingKidsHearts #RelationshipsMatter #Communication #SchoolFamilyPartnership #TogetherForKids
We are excited to welcome our students for the first day of school on Monday, August 17!
Please take a few minutes tonight to review the JDA First Day Procedures graphic with your student. It includes important information about:
🚪 Arrival, Door 1 & Door 16
🎒 Clear or mesh backpacks
📚 What students actually need on Day 1
📵 Electronics & Yondr expectations
🍎 Breakfast, lunch, supper & snacks
🚌 Bus routes and first-week timing
📋 Schedule pickup by grade level
👕 Day 1 dress code expectations
📝 Registration assistance
Doors open at 7:30 AM. Students do not need to have everything figured out before they arrive. Our staff will be throughout the building to teach, practice, support, and help as students learn their new routines.
For our bus families, please give routes and arrival times a little grace this first week as transportation settles into its flow.
Thank you for partnering with us and trusting us with your Roadrunner. We are in this together, and we cannot wait to see our students tomorrow! ❤️💙
Need assistance?
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/9TiHjsrAbB
✨ Intentional Impact by Design
Roadrunners take care of Roadrunners.
#JDAFamily #IntentionalImpactByDesign #JourneyOfDiscoveryAndAchievement #WeAreJDA #CapturingKidsHearts #RelationshipsMatter #Communication #SchoolFamilyPartnership #TogetherForKids
❤️💙 JDA Families — We’re almost there!
Here are the biggest things to know as we prepare for the first day of school Monday, August 17:
🏃 RUNNER CAMP — Tuesday, August 11
• A–I: 9:00–11:00 AM
• J–R: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
• S–Z: 2:00–4:00 PM
• Doors open 15 minutes early
• Park near the football field
• Enter through Door 16
Register:
https://outlook.office.com/book/JDAMiddleSchoolHomeoftheRoadrunners@livekilleenisd.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled
🧩 Skills & CASTLE Low-Stimulation Runner Camp
Wednesday, August 12
10:00–10:30 AM
💻 Virtual Makeup Runner Camp
Tuesday, August 11
4:30–5:00 PM
Link: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d884c761-c1e8-46a6-a860-f519b8420e66@29e19011-f281-4816-a155-99e39d5b5e33?source=copyLinkLegacyShareEventDialog
⚠️ IMPORTANT HAC REMINDER
Schedules currently showing in HAC are NOT final.
Our team is still actively building the master schedule. Classes, teachers, periods, electives, and other information may continue changing.
➡️ Please do not use HAC to determine your child's schedule yet.
➡️ Please do not submit schedule-change requests yet.
➡️ JDA will contact families when schedules are ready to review.
🎒 Getting Ready for Day One
• Backpacks are allowed (Clear or mesh only)
• No academic lockers this year
• Dress code begins Day One
• JDA is phone-free using Yondr procedures
• Students will follow our daily safety-entry procedures
• Clear water bottles are encouraged
And remember: students do not need to arrive already knowing the building or every procedure. We will teach, practice, support, and help them through it.
👕 Cleaning out closets for new school clothes?
JDA is accepting gently used, school-appropriate clothing for our campus clothing closet. Middle-school sizes are especially helpful.
These donations allow us to discreetly support students who may need assistance with dress code or appropriate clothing during the school day.
❤️💙 Roadrunners take care of Roadrunners!
🔗 Back-to-School Quick Links:
https://www.killeenisd.org/page/back-to-school-quick-links
Please refer to your email for full details.
Questions, suggestions, or feedback?
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/9TiHjsrAbB
Thank you for your patience, partnership, and trust as we prepare for an incredible year at JDA!
#JDAFamily #IntentionalImpactByDesign #JourneyOfDiscoveryAndAchievement #CapturingKidsHearts #WeAreJDA #RelationshipsMatter #Character #Communication #SchoolFamilyPartnership #TogetherForKids
Here are the biggest things to know as we prepare for the first day of school Monday, August 17:
🏃 RUNNER CAMP — Tuesday, August 11
• A–I: 9:00–11:00 AM
• J–R: 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
• S–Z: 2:00–4:00 PM
• Doors open 15 minutes early
• Park near the football field
• Enter through Door 16
Register:
https://outlook.office.com/book/JDAMiddleSchoolHomeoftheRoadrunners@livekilleenisd.onmicrosoft.com/?ismsaljsauthenabled
🧩 Skills & CASTLE Low-Stimulation Runner Camp
Wednesday, August 12
10:00–10:30 AM
💻 Virtual Makeup Runner Camp
Tuesday, August 11
4:30–5:00 PM
Link: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d884c761-c1e8-46a6-a860-f519b8420e66@29e19011-f281-4816-a155-99e39d5b5e33?source=copyLinkLegacyShareEventDialog
⚠️ IMPORTANT HAC REMINDER
Schedules currently showing in HAC are NOT final.
Our team is still actively building the master schedule. Classes, teachers, periods, electives, and other information may continue changing.
➡️ Please do not use HAC to determine your child's schedule yet.
➡️ Please do not submit schedule-change requests yet.
➡️ JDA will contact families when schedules are ready to review.
🎒 Getting Ready for Day One
• Backpacks are allowed (Clear or mesh only)
• No academic lockers this year
• Dress code begins Day One
• JDA is phone-free using Yondr procedures
• Students will follow our daily safety-entry procedures
• Clear water bottles are encouraged
And remember: students do not need to arrive already knowing the building or every procedure. We will teach, practice, support, and help them through it.
👕 Cleaning out closets for new school clothes?
JDA is accepting gently used, school-appropriate clothing for our campus clothing closet. Middle-school sizes are especially helpful.
These donations allow us to discreetly support students who may need assistance with dress code or appropriate clothing during the school day.
❤️💙 Roadrunners take care of Roadrunners!
🔗 Back-to-School Quick Links:
https://www.killeenisd.org/page/back-to-school-quick-links
Please refer to your email for full details.
Questions, suggestions, or feedback?
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/9TiHjsrAbB
Thank you for your patience, partnership, and trust as we prepare for an incredible year at JDA!
#JDAFamily #IntentionalImpactByDesign #JourneyOfDiscoveryAndAchievement #CapturingKidsHearts #WeAreJDA #RelationshipsMatter #Character #Communication #SchoolFamilyPartnership #TogetherForKids
🚨 Update (8/5/26): #New: Students are now permitted to bring a thermos 4" x 6" or smaller containing their lunch from home. www.killeenisd.org/scoc
If your child rides the bus, make sure you've downloaded SMART Tag.
The free app helps you stay connected with your student's transportation by providing real-time bus tracking and notifications.
Everything you need to get started is here:
www.killeenisd.org/bus-app
The free app helps you stay connected with your student's transportation by providing real-time bus tracking and notifications.
Everything you need to get started is here:
www.killeenisd.org/bus-app
📚 School starts soon, and there's still time to enroll!
New to Killeen ISD? Student registration for the 2026-2027 school year is open. Our team is here to help you get ready for the first day.
Start today: www.killeenisd.org/enroll
New to Killeen ISD? Student registration for the 2026-2027 school year is open. Our team is here to help you get ready for the first day.
Start today: www.killeenisd.org/enroll
🎉 Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year, JDA Families!
If you received our welcome email, your middle school student is currently zoned to attend JDA.
Everything needed to prepare for school is available at:
🔗 www.killeenisd.org/backtoschool
There, families can find:
✅ Supply lists and registration information
✅ Free and reduced-price meal applications
✅ SMART Tag and bus information
✅ The updated Student Code of Conduct
✅ Important readiness dates and additional resources
🎒 New this year: Students may carry their clear or mesh backpacks to class. Academic hallway lockers will not be used.
🔒 Students in PE, Athletics, Orchestra, or Band will need a lock for locker-room or band-hall lockers.
🏃 Athletes must have a current physical on file before participating.
🍽️ Breakfast and supper are free for all students. Lunch is $3 unless a student qualifies for free or reduced-price meals. We encourage every family to submit a meal application.
📅 Runner Camp: Tuesday, August 11
Open to all sixth graders and students new to JDA. Families should attend the complete session assigned by last name. Runner Camp is not come and go.
🏫 Open House: September 14, 4:30–6:30 p.m.
Please download the Killeen ISD mobile app for important updates and access to Rooms. Families who unsubscribed from district texts may text START to 98900 from the number listed in their student’s registration.
📧 Please refer to your email for full details.
Questions or feedback:
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/9TiHjsrAbB
#JDAFamily #IntentionalImpactByDesign #JourneyOfDiscoveryAndAchievement #WeAreJDA #CapturingKidsHearts #SchoolFamilyPartnership #Communication #StrongerTogether #StudentSuccess
📚 Before the first day of school, take a few minutes to review the 2026-2027 Killeen ISD Student Code of Conduct.
The Student Code of Conduct includes important reminders about:
✅ Dress code expectations
✅ Personal communication devices
✅ Clear or mesh backpack requirements
✅ Water bottle guidelines
✅ Other student expectations for the school year
Reviewing the Student Code of Conduct before shopping or the first day can help ensure your student is ready for a successful start to the school year.
📅 Manor Middle School students begin classes Tuesday, Aug. 4. All other Killeen ISD students return Monday, Aug. 17.
Read the full Student Code of Conduct: www.killeenisd.org/news
The Student Code of Conduct includes important reminders about:
✅ Dress code expectations
✅ Personal communication devices
✅ Clear or mesh backpack requirements
✅ Water bottle guidelines
✅ Other student expectations for the school year
Reviewing the Student Code of Conduct before shopping or the first day can help ensure your student is ready for a successful start to the school year.
📅 Manor Middle School students begin classes Tuesday, Aug. 4. All other Killeen ISD students return Monday, Aug. 17.
Read the full Student Code of Conduct: www.killeenisd.org/news
Everything you need for the first day of school is in one place. Find your child's school supply list, apply for free and reduced-price meals, learn about SMART Tag for bus riders, view important back-to-school readiness dates, access registration information and more at www.killeenisd.org/backtoschool.
#NEW: 🚌 Stay connected to your child's ride to and from school!
Download the SMARTtag Parent App today to receive bus notifications, track your student's bus, and access important transportation information all in one place.
Learn how to get started at www.killeenisd.org/bus-app.
Download the SMARTtag Parent App today to receive bus notifications, track your student's bus, and access important transportation information all in one place.
Learn how to get started at www.killeenisd.org/bus-app.
🚌 New this school year: SMART Tag! Students must scan their Killeen ISD ID badge every time they board and exit the school bus. This helps ensure students are on the right bus and gives families added peace of mind with real-time ride updates through the SMART Tag app.
📲 Learn more and get started: www.killeenisd.org/bus-app
📲 Learn more and get started: www.killeenisd.org/bus-app
School starts Monday, August 17! 🎉📚
We can't wait to welcome our students back for another great year of learning, growth, and opportunity in Killeen ISD.
For more important back-to-school dates, school supply lists, enrollment information, Elementary School Meet the Teacher dates, Middle and High School Readiness dates, meal prices and more, visit: www.killeenisd.org/page/back-to-school-quick-links
We can't wait to welcome our students back for another great year of learning, growth, and opportunity in Killeen ISD.
For more important back-to-school dates, school supply lists, enrollment information, Elementary School Meet the Teacher dates, Middle and High School Readiness dates, meal prices and more, visit: www.killeenisd.org/page/back-to-school-quick-links
📣 JDA Families — Chaparral CAT Camp begins June 8!
CAT Camp is open to all 7th–12th grade athletes zoned to Chaparral.
✅ Register using the QR code on the flyer
✅ Join SportsYou: 5ZL-BADH
✅ A current physical is required to participate
✅ Rank One is currently unavailable due to a system overhaul and is expected to return June 15
Until Rank One is back online, families may bring a copy or physical copy of the student’s current physical to show coaches on staff.
We are also excited to welcome Mr. Odis Robinson, Boys Athletic Coordinator, alongside Coach Menefee. Coach Robinson brings strong experience in education, athletics, leadership, and student development.
Please refer to your email for full details.
#JDAFamily #IntentionalImpactByDesign #JourneyOfDiscoveryAndAchievement #CapturingKidsHearts #WeAreJDA #StudentSuccess #Character #Communication #StrongerTogether #SchoolFamilyPartnership
CAT Camp is open to all 7th–12th grade athletes zoned to Chaparral.
✅ Register using the QR code on the flyer
✅ Join SportsYou: 5ZL-BADH
✅ A current physical is required to participate
✅ Rank One is currently unavailable due to a system overhaul and is expected to return June 15
Until Rank One is back online, families may bring a copy or physical copy of the student’s current physical to show coaches on staff.
We are also excited to welcome Mr. Odis Robinson, Boys Athletic Coordinator, alongside Coach Menefee. Coach Robinson brings strong experience in education, athletics, leadership, and student development.
Please refer to your email for full details.
#JDAFamily #IntentionalImpactByDesign #JourneyOfDiscoveryAndAchievement #CapturingKidsHearts #WeAreJDA #StudentSuccess #Character #Communication #StrongerTogether #SchoolFamilyPartnership
Reminder: Registration for Summer Learning is open! Limited spaces are available for some programs, register today!
Information: www.killeenisd.org/summer
Registration Link: https://forms.killeenisd.org/Forms/SummerLearningFineArts
Good evening, JDA Families! 💙❤️
This week’s Roadrunner Revue is our final newsletter of the school year, and the principal message is a little longer than usual—but please take time to read it in full. It includes important end-of-year information about STAAR results, summer school, 8th Grade Celebration, Yondr pouch turn-in, final-week dismissal expectations, surveys, and more.
As we finish strong together, we are grateful for your partnership, proud of the growth we have seen this year, and excited for what is ahead for JDA. Thank you for helping us close the year with Intentional Impact by Design.
Please read this week’s newsletter carefully so your family is prepared for the final days of school.
https://app.smore.com/n/c4k19
This week’s Roadrunner Revue is our final newsletter of the school year, and the principal message is a little longer than usual—but please take time to read it in full. It includes important end-of-year information about STAAR results, summer school, 8th Grade Celebration, Yondr pouch turn-in, final-week dismissal expectations, surveys, and more.
As we finish strong together, we are grateful for your partnership, proud of the growth we have seen this year, and excited for what is ahead for JDA. Thank you for helping us close the year with Intentional Impact by Design.
Please read this week’s newsletter carefully so your family is prepared for the final days of school.
https://app.smore.com/n/c4k19
Good evening, JDA Families!
The phone surrender situation is no longer sustainable. As we prepare for Yondr pouch turn-in, we ask that all students use their Yondr pouch tomorrow instead of surrendering their phones. Beginning tomorrow, we will no longer be accepting phone surrenders, as we simply cannot accommodate the current volume of devices being turned in each day.
Please remember that the phone-free expectations are still in effect. If a phone is seen or heard during the school day, it will be confiscated according to district expectations.
We have also started pre-checks on Yondr pouches in preparation for official turn-in on Tuesday and Wednesday. Please help your student ensure that they bring their pouch each day and that it is in good condition. Yondr pouches cost $26. Fines can be paid on the school store.
Additionally, today was the last day of tutorials for the school year, and tomorrow will be the final day of Boys & Girls Club. There are no other after-school activities scheduled tomorrow or any day next week. Supper will still be served every day through the end of the year.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work to maintain a focused, safe, and distraction-free learning environment for all students.
#IntentionalImpactByDesign
