Dear Maude Moore Wood Elementary Families,
Killeen ISD would like to share an important update regarding campus leadership for the upcoming school year. We are pleased to announce that Rikki Harper will serve as the next principal of Maude Moore Wood Elementary.
Ms. Harper brings a wide range of experience, including roles as a classroom teacher, dyslexia teacher, interventionist, instructional specialist, and assistant principal at Skipcha Elementary. Her work has focused on supporting both students and teachers.
She is known for being thoughtful in her decisions and for strengthening instruction across the campus. That focus will support continued growth at Maude Moore Wood.
Ms. Harper will begin working with staff in the coming weeks as the district prepares for a smooth transition into the 2026–2027 school year.
Thank you for your continued support of Maude Moore Wood Elementary and our students.
Sincerely,
Killeen ISD
(This message was also sent directly to MMWES families via mass notification.)
Read more: https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2788492
Registration Opens April 1 for Killeen ISD Summer Fine Arts Programs -- Killeen ISD will open registration for its 2026 Summer Fine Arts learning opportunities on April 1, offering students engaging, high-quality experiences to grow their creativity and skills.
Families can register and explore full program details at www.killeenisd.org/summer, where information about ages, grade levels, dates, times, and locations is available.
Killeen ISD’s fine arts summer programming is designed to support and accelerate student learning while giving students opportunities to explore their interests.
This year’s Fine Arts camps include options for students at all school levels.
Registration links will be available online on April 1. Families are encouraged to sign up early, as space may be limited.
For more information and to register, visit www.killeenisd.org/summer.
In Killeen ISD, we’re proud to celebrate the people who pour into our students every day and to be a district that supports and cheers on our employees as they achieve milestones like this. Way to go, Ms. Partee!
Note: New-to-KISD student registration opens April 6th.
Information tables will include:
Registration, Multilingual Services, Health Services, Special Education, School Nutrition, Afterschool Programs, and Transportation
April 9, 2026 | 4:30–7:30 p.m.
April 10, 2026 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
April 11, 2026 | 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
OLD Clifton Park Elementary (behind Red Lobster)
2200 Trimmier Road, Killeen
Access HAC here: www.killeenisd.org/hac
New-to-KISD student registration opens April 6, and the returning student registration window closes April 2.
Students interested in joining a middle school cheer team for the upcoming school year are invited to participate in tryouts this spring. Please review the important dates and details below.
Mandatory Parent Meeting: Parents/guardians must attend a required meeting. Click here to see the date, time, and location for your campus' meeting.
April 27, 5-7 p.m. Group Clinic/Workshop
Location:
🔸 West Group: Roy J. Smith Middle School - 6000 Brushy Creek Drive, Killeen, TX 76549
🔹 East Group: Liberty Hill Middle School - 4500 Kit Carson Trail, Killeen, TX 76542
April 28-30 Afterschool Practice at Your Student's Home Campus
May 1, 5 p.m. Group Tryouts
Location:
🔸 West Group: Roy J. Smith Middle School - 6000 Brushy Creek Drive, Killeen, TX 76549
🔹 East Group: Liberty Hill Middle School - 4500 Kit Carson Trail, Killeen, TX 76542
Questions? If you have questions, please contact the KISD Fine Arts Office: Phone: (254) 336-6300 or Email: deborah.barrick@killeenisd.org
🔸West Group🔸
• Audie Murphy
• Dr. Charles E. Patterson
• Dr. Jimmie Don Aycock
• Live Oak Ridge
• Palo Alto
• Roy J. Smith
🔹East Group🔹
• Liberty Hill
• Manor
• Nolan
• Rancier
• Union Grove
Note: Eastern Hills students should attend with the campus they are zoned to attend next school year.
Students interested in joining a middle school cheer team for the upcoming school year are invited to participate in tryouts this spring. Please review the important dates and details below.
Mandatory Parent Meeting: Parents/guardians must attend a required meeting. Click here to see the date, time, and location for your campus' meeting.
April 27, 5-7 p.m. Group Clinic/Workshop
Location:
🔸 West Group: Roy J. Smith Middle School - 6000 Brushy Creek Drive, Killeen, TX 76549
🔹 East Group: Liberty Hill Middle School - 4500 Kit Carson Trail, Killeen, TX 76542
April 28-30 Afterschool Practice at Your Student's Home Campus
May 1, 5 p.m. Group Tryouts
Location:
🔸 West Group: Roy J. Smith Middle School - 6000 Brushy Creek Drive, Killeen, TX 76549
🔹 East Group: Liberty Hill Middle School - 4500 Kit Carson Trail, Killeen, TX 76542
Questions? If you have questions, please contact the KISD Fine Arts Office: Phone: (254) 336-6300 or Email: deborah.barrick@killeenisd.org
🔸West Group🔸
• Audie Murphy
• Dr. Charles E. Patterson
• Dr. Jimmie Don Aycock
• Live Oak Ridge
• Palo Alto
• Roy J. Smith
🔹East Group🔹
• Liberty Hill
• Manor
• Nolan
• Rancier
• Union Grove
Note: Eastern Hills students should attend with the campus they are zoned to attend next school year.
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Join Killeen ISD for an evening of creativity, culture, and community at our Multicultural Festival! This special event celebrates the many cultures that make up our district through stories and art. Families, students, staff, and community members are invited to come together, experience diverse perspectives, and enjoy a vibrant night of learning and connection.
Location: KISD Career Center
1320 Stagecoach Rd.
Killeen, TX 76542
🎨 Celebrate culture through art and storytelling
🌍 Family-friendly community event
🎉 All are welcome!
Entrance is free, bring a friend! We hope to see you there!
Join Killeen ISD on Thursday, March 12th for an evening of creativity, culture, and community at our Multicultural Festival! This special event celebrates the many cultures that make up our district through stories and art. Families, students, staff, and community members are invited to come together, experience diverse perspectives, and enjoy a vibrant night of learning and connection.
Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: KISD Career Center
1320 Stagecoach Rd.
Killeen, TX 76542
🎨 Celebrate culture through art and storytelling
🌍 Family-friendly community event
🎉 All are welcome!
Entrance is free, bring a friend! We hope to see you there!
Families with students already enrolled in the district can complete registration electronically via the Home Access Center.
Read more here: https://www.killeenisd.org/article/2698631
Both the application and payment must be received by February 27 to secure exam registration and avoid a late fee.
Application Linked Here: https://aptg.co/lBnmpB
For questions, email Advanced.Academics@killeenisd.org.
Families with students already enrolled in the district can complete registration electronically via the Home Access Center. This convenient platform allows parents and guardians to update student information, provide required documents, and finalize enrollment for the upcoming school year. For current students not returning to the district in 2026-2027, families can notify the district of their plans through the registration form in the Home Access Center.
Students currently on a school transfer who wish to renew their transfer request must do so during the registration period. Failing to renew a transfer request during this timeframe could result in the loss of the transfer approval.
Required Documentation: All students are required to provide proof of residency, shot record, birth certificate and parent ID to complete the registration process. Proof of residency documentation must be related to a permanent residence such as a recent utility bill, military housing order, homeowner insurance policy or mortgage statement.
If families need assistance with registration, they are encouraged to contact their student’s school directly.
The registration process for new-to-the-district students will begin in late spring.
KISD supports student expression that is safe, respectful, and does not interrupt instruction. Families may wish to discuss alternatives to walkouts with their student, such as: passive expression (wearing a specific color of clothing, wristband, or button, as permitted by the Killeen ISD dress code), writing a letter or email to an elected official such as a member of Congress, or participating in discussions or community events outside of school hours.
The Texas Education Agency issued guidance to school districts on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, reinforcing that districts must protect instruction during the school day and follow state law and attendance requirements. Killeen ISD will follow this guidance.
In Killeen ISD, the focus remains on student safety and keeping students engaged in learning.
As a reminder, secondary campuses in Killeen ISD are closed campuses. Students may not leave campus during the school day without being signed out by a parent/guardian through the front office.
Any student who participates in a walkout will be marked absent and receive discipline consequences under attendance and truancy policies, as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct.
Under Killeen ISD policy FNCI(Legal), disruptive activity on school property include actions such as obstructing entrances, exits, or hallways or interfering with school operations. Student behavior that meets this definition will result in disciplinary consequences, including up to a Class B misdemeanor under the Texas Education Code § 37.123.
Killeen ISD respects student free speech and want students to be heard in ways that are safe, respectful, and appropriate during the school day. KISD thanks families for their partnership in keeping campuses safe and focused on learning.
A message was sent directly to parents/guardians of middle and high school students.
Enjoy interactive sessions
Participate in fun make & take activities designed to support calmness and wellness
Meet community agencies and learn about supports available in our area
Plus, win door prizes and enjoy student performances!
Saturday, January 31, 2026
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Killeen ISD Career Center
1320 Stagecoach Road, Killeen, TX 76542
We hope to see you there!
❄️ Winter Break Update ❄️ Our offices may be snowed under during Winter Break, but don’t let your job search go into hibernation! You can browse openings and submit an application to join our team anytime online. We’re actively hiring now with a flurry of opportunities available both inside and outside the classroom.
👩🏫 Classroom roles include teachers, instructional aides, special education support, and substitute positions.
🚌 Campus & operations roles include bus drivers, child nutrition staff, custodial and maintenance teams, clerical support, technology, safety and security, and more.
Whether you’re eager to work directly with students or prefer supporting our campuses behind the scenes, there’s a role here that’s a perfect fit.
✨ Don’t let this opportunity slip on ice — apply online today and take the first step toward your next career move! www.killeenisd.org/apply
The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) awarded Killeen ISD the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year that ended Aug. 31, 2024. Continue reading: www.killeenisd.org/article/2590810
