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Kangaroo Chronicles
April 2024
Message from the Principal
Hey Roos,
April is here, and we have some very important reminders. First, please make sure you get your student’s online registration completed before April 9, 2024. ALL KISD students through 11th grade MUST complete the online student registration. Any students who do not complete online student registration by April 9, 2024, will become inactive in our system, will not have a schedule for next year, and will have to register as new students. We will have a computer lab open after hours from 5:00pm-7:00pm on April 2nd and April 4th, and you just need to enter the building at Door 22. Bring a proof of residency!
Our students begin an important journey this month as STAAR testing upon us. All students are required to take STAAR End of Course (EOC) exams for Algebra I, English I, English II, US History, and Biology, and they must score approaches or higher in these five tested areas to graduate. Check the dates and be sure your student is at school. We do not want them to miss an opportunity to show us how much they have grown this year!
April is a busy month as we have so many things to celebrate. Assistant Principal appreciation week is the first week in April followed by Administrative Professionals Day, which happens on April 24, 2024. I do not know what we would do without these ROOTASTIC staff members. They do so many things behind the scenes, and I am beyond grateful to work with such amazing humans. 😍
Additionally, April is also a time when we celebrate and recognize military-connected students. Did you know Killeen High School is a Purple Star Designated Campus? The Purple Star Campus Designation recognizes Texas schools who show their support and commitment to meeting the unique needs of military-connected students and their families. If you are new to KHS or Killeen ISD, I encourage you to visit the following link (https://www.killeenisd.org/domain/7237) for more information on how we support our military connected students. Be sure to wear purple on April 15th, which is Purple Up Day, to honor our military children!
Be sure to follow us on social media as we have so many events happening in the Spring, and please reach out if you have any questions or concerns. I look forward to seeing you at upcoming celebrations, and as always, Let’s Go BIG ROOS!
Dr. Trevino 🤟🦘
KHS Student Registration Required
Hey Roos!
Registration for the 2024-2025 school year is now open for all current students! ALL students must complete the registration process!
Current student registration is open through April 9th. After this date, parents/guardians will have to complete new student registration.
Parents/guardians can easily complete the registration process online through their Home Access Center account. Contact our Registration Office if you need assistance accessing your account! (254-336-7210 or 254-336-7211)
Registration Steps
Parents can complete registration easily via the Home Access Center.
- Log in to Home Access Center (A Home Access Center account is required)
- Click the Registration icon in the menu.
- Select the Update Enrollment tab.
- Click the Start link to the right of the Current Student Registration form name.
- After verifying the student’s date of birth, you will be taken directly to the form.
*NEW THIS YEAR.... All students must provide proof of residency.
Transfer applications for the 2024-2025 school year are also being accepted from February 27th to April 9th, 2024.
Visit www.killeenisd.org/enroll for more information and to register today!
Please log into Home Access Center from the https://www.killeenisd.org/ website and click on Home Access Center.
Once in Home Access Center, click on Registration.
Once in Registration, click on Update Enrollment.
Join Our Team at Killeen High School - The Original and Still the Best!
Are you passionate about teaching and making a difference in students' lives? Look no further! Killeen High School is looking for dedicated teachers in all subject areas to join our dynamic team!
Why Choose Killeen High School?
- Proud History: Killeen High School has a long-standing tradition of excellence in education, dating back to our founding.
- Innovative Programs: We offer a variety of innovative programs and extracurricular activities to engage students and enhance their learning experience.
- Professional Development: Killeen High School is committed to the professional growth of our staff, offering ongoing training and development opportunities.
If you're ready to join a team that values excellence in education, we want to hear from you! Please send your resume to christina.walker@killeenisd.org.
Join us at Killeen High School and be a part of our legacy of excellence!
Roo pride is justified!!
STAAR Testing Schedule
Attending Extracurricular Events
Kangaroo Parents & Fans:
We encourage all of our students to attend our Athletic & Fine Arts events and support our Roos and Lady Roos! Please make plans for students to be picked up from any extracurricular event within 15 minutes of the event ending. Campus administrators will be present to remind students to contact parents for rides before the event has ended. Students who are not picked up in a timely manner may not be able to attend future events.
Thank you for helping us get everyone home safely and timely after our extracurricular events!
Positive Referrals
We believe in catching kids doing great things! Students at KHS can receive positive referrals for demonstrating our Kangaroo values and characteristics!
At Killeen High School, we have a set of values that represent our campus. These values are School Pride, Relationships, Collaboration, Success, and Integrity. When we see our students embodying our values and completing positive, thoughtful acts around campus we like to celebrate them with our "Positive Referrals".
Roo Pride is Justified!
What Should I Do During Power Hour?
To get the most out of Power Hour, make sure to schedule your time in advance!
Get the Power Hour schedule from each of your teachers, and note the days that they offer tutoring and the times that club sponsors have meetings. Spend half of your Power Hour time each day eating lunch and the other half attending a tutoring or club meeting. Both options are accessible, depending on when your teachers offer tutoring and when clubs or activities are scheduled.
The Power Hour schedule can also be located using the QR code or the link below.
Take advantage of this opportunity to improve your academics and get connected in a campus club!
Fun Fact of the Month
Welcome to Month of the Military Child!
Military kids are called "military brats" for a reason.
This is actually a term of endearment and might be at least 100 years old!
In 1921, British Regiment Attached Travelers (as they were called) traveled abroad with British troops. BRAT soon became a term only for children of those troops. The name just stuck and, since it's obviously so perfect, was adopted elsewhere, including the United States.
Source: https://www.military.com/spouse/5-unique-facts-about-military-children-and-their-families.html
KHS Tutoring/Homework Room
Our amazing Homework Room is now open!
Details:
Who: The Homework Room is for students who need a protected place to get classwork done.
What: The Homework Room is a protected environment where students can bring work to work on and avoid distractions.
When: Monday-Friday (7:30am–8:15am and 4:30am–5:30pm) and Saturday (8:30am-12:30pm)
Where: Room 312
Why: To facilitate the academic growth and success for all of our students!
For morning and Saturday tutoring, please call 243-336-7241when you arrive to be let into the building. All students will enter through Door 22.
KISD Tutoring Center
The KISD Tutoring Center now provides free assistance with Writing and Reading as well as Math! Killeen ISD students in grades 4-12 are able to receive assistance with individualized tutoring, STAAR & EOC preparation, math fact fluency, and hard-to-learn math concepts, writing, reading, as well as homework help, all for free at the Killeen ISD Tutoring Center. Get the support you need from our State-Certified Teachers!
Elementary and Middle School parents/guardians must fill out a registration form upon arrival the first time their child comes to the Tutoring Center. With the safety of our students at the forefront, parents/guardians will be required to sign in and sign out their student(s) from tutoring with a valid ID.
Questions? Please call us during the hours we tutor at (254)336-1736 for any questions you may have or if you would like to use our tutoring services via Zoom.
Movement and Mental Health Challenge - April
Athletics Schedules
Apply for Free/Reduced Meals
New State Law
To view the Student Code of Conduct please click HERE.
Please speak with your student about e-cigarettes (vapes) and the consequences for having them at school. Click the photo for links to resources.
Home Access Center (HAC 4.0) provides parent/guardian access to view student assignments, grades, and attendance.
To use HAC to participate in your child's educational experience, contact your child's campus registration office to request an account and password. A valid email address is required for account creation.
** Click HERE to be taken directly to the district website for more information.
Killeen ISD Mobile App
Killeen ISD launched a mobile app that will keep you connected. The app delivers real-time school news to your smart device for fast, up-to-date access. You're just a few taps away, search Killeen ISD in your preferred app store and being exploring your customizable experience!
Click HERE to read more information directly from the KISD website!
Important Dates - April
April
o Military Child Month
o Autism Awareness Month
o School Librarian Appreciation Month
o 1st – Staff/Student Holiday
o 1st – 5th Assistant Principal Week
o 3rd - School Paraprofessional Day
o 4th – Choir Pre-UIL Concert
o 4th – Band Pre-UIL Concert
o 10th – English I EOC
o 11th – English II EOC
o 15th - Purple Up Day
o 16th – Biology EOC
o 17th – US History EOC
o 20th – KHS Masquerade Prom
o 21st – 27th Volunteer Recognition Week
o 21st – 27th Administrative Professionals Week
o 23rd – Algebra 1 EOC
o 26th – JROTC Awards