
Kingsland School
May 9, 2025
School Contact Info
Principal: Missy Dean missy.dean@orendaeducation.org
Registrar: Crystal Serda crystal.serda@orendaeducation.org
(325) 388-0020
Upcoming School Events
May 1-22: Countdown to Summer Dress Up Days (see below)
May 16: Field Day, Grades K-4, 1pm-3pm
May 22: Last Day of School - pick up at 12pm!!! See below for awards ceremony information and Kinder Graduation.
Graduation: May 22nd at 6pm, Log Country Cove
Summer School: High School students only
June 2-12 from 8:30am to 12:30pm, Monday through Thursday
June EOC Instruction and Retesting
Mark your calendars for the dates below for End-of-Course (EOC) accelerated instruction for students who will be retaking the EOC exam in June. Spring EOC scores will be released on May 23 to districts and June 5 for families. EOC acceleration instruction and retesting information will be sent to parents no later than May 29 for students who did not meet the passing standard on one or more EOC exams.
Instruction will be from 1:00pm - 3:00pm at Kingsland School according the followin schedule:
· English I: June 2 and 3
· Algebra I: June 4 and 5
· English II: June 9 and 10
· Biology: June 11
· US History: June 12
End-of-Course Retests will take place June 16-19 starting at 8:30am. The specific date for each subject test will be communicated after May 23rd when scores are received.
Credit By Exam
Window 1: June 9-12
Window 2: July 21-24
Testing begins at 9am each day. Specific testing dates will be communicated to each family for their student(s).
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Ava and Makenzie, two of our graduating seniors, were adopted by the amazing Kingsland community and received some great gifts. Thank you, Kingsland Community for supporting our students!
Give each graduating senior a keepsake they will never forget!
“Presenting the Class of 2025” is a special commemorative edition showcasing photos of graduates from across the Highland Lakes. This unique publication celebrates their achievements and provides a lasting memory for family and friends.
BURNET HIGH SCHOOL • QUEST HIGH SCHOOL • FAITH ACADEMY OF MARBLE FALLS • KINGSLAND SCHOOL
LLANO HIGH SCHOOL • CROSSROADS HIGH SCHOOL • MARBLE FALLS HIGH SCHOOL • FALLS CAREER HIGH SCHOOL
SMOKING FOR JESUS CHRISTIAN MINISTRY SCHOOL • LLANO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Be a part of this cherished tradition by securing your spot in this special edition! Deadline is May 9th and the special section publishes the first week of June.
Call 830-693-7152 today to reserve your spot!
2022-2023 Ratings Released - Kingsland Outperforms!!!
Laker Family,
Take note below of our ratings and achievement from the 2022-2023 school year. We outperformed all of the local schools!!!!!!!!! We have significantly fewer students, which means our rating is more greatly impacted by fewer numbers. It's a great day to be a Laker! Thank you to our students and teachers for all of their hard work and dedication. Thank you to our parents for supporting all that we do!!!!! Here's to onward and upward and continuing to do great things at Kingsland School.
The website to see the results for yourself is https://txschools.gov. Take a look!
Ensuring No Child Goes Hungry This Summer: Free Meals for Texas Children
As summer approaches, Texas children should look forward to spending quality time with friends and family, not worrying about having enough food to eat. Texas Agriculture Commissioner, Sid Miller, is proud to collaborate with nonprofit organizations to provide free meals for children when school cafeterias close. From June 1 to August 30, kids 18 and younger can receive healthy meals through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Summer Meal Programs, available at schools, churches, food banks, and other community organizations.
Families can easily find nearby meal sites by:
- Visiting SummerFood.org
- Calling 211 to speak with an operator
It’s important to check these resources regularly for updated dates and times. Some rural areas offer multi-day meal bundles for families who have difficulty attending a site daily.
While over 3 million Texas students are served by the National School Lunch Program during the school year, fewer children take part in the Summer Meal Programs. Commissioner Miller encourages Texas families to use these available tools to ensure their children have access to meals this summer, so they can return to school healthy, energized, and ready to learn.
What's Been Happening Around School
3rd & 4th Grade got to zoom where our class was the only live class and only class to ask questions directly to the author.
Mr. Spruiell serves everyone popcorn
Are you smarter than a 6th grader?
Insomnia with Mr. Smith
More Lego Mazes
Making those Lego Mazes
Having fun with Kinetic Sand
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Kingsland High School Prom
Summer Lifeguarding Opportunity
Camp of the Hills is currently hiring lifeguards for the upcoming summer season and believe this could be a great opportunity forKingsland High School students to gain valuable work experience, develop leadership skills, and contribute to a safe and fun camp environment.
The position is ideal for responsible high school students who are certified in lifeguarding or are willing to obtain certification before the summer. They offer competitive pay, training opportunities, and a dynamic team-oriented atmosphere. The camp season runs from May 25th through August 1st.
Please reach out to Brayden Gill, summer coordinator for more information.
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Brayden Gill
Summer Coordinator
903-752-7174
Fall 2024 Attendance Rates
1st Six Weeks: 92.6%
2nd Six Weeks: 93.1%
3rd Six Weeks: 93.1%
4th Six Weeks: 92%
5th Six Weeks: 94.9%
Check it out........our 5th six weeks was rockin'!!!!!! Thank you for showing up, everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!
April CCMR Focus - Military
Senate Bill (SB) 1843 (85th Texas Legislature, Regular Session, 2017) authorizes that each school year, each school district and open-enrollment charter school is required to provide students in grades 10 through 12 an opportunity to take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test and consult with a military recruiter.
The Department of Defense ASVAB Program website has resources for educators, parents and students. Links to specific website pages are provided below:
- The ASVAB Program Website
- ASVAB Program Information for Schools
- Fact sheets
- Counselor Guides
- Testing information and processes
- Opt in/Opt out letters for schools
- Interpreting Results
- Statistics
- Student materials
- Department of Defense ASVAB Frequently Asked Questions
- ASVAB Career Exploration Program Introduction Video
- March2Success online study program
Thank You to All of Our Kingsland School Donors for the 2024-2025 School Year
Kingsland Pharmacy
Highland Lakes Title
Taste Highland Lakes
Mr. Gatti's Pizza
One Swanky Shop
HEB
Mid-life Ministries
Cody Young Septic
Brother Sun Builders
Itsy-Bit Micro Arcade
Prosperity Bank
We are so thankful to the businesses that have already donated to Kingsland School this year and look forward to those who are still sending in their contributions. The students are directly benefiting in the form of prepackaged lunches, snacks, and rewards/incentives for their hard work. THANK YOU for supporting us!!!
A Freshman’s Guide to College Preparation
As your child begins high school, it's a great time to start thinking about college preparation. Early planning sets them up for success and makes applications smoother. Keep in mind that once your student enters a post-secondary institution, they are considered an adult, and the school won’t share their information with you without permission. To support their freshman year and independence, consider these steps:
Summer Before Freshman Year:
- Help Organize Their Schedule: Encourage using a planner or digital tool to track assignments and events.
- Meet with the Guidance Counselor: Help your child build a relationship with their counselor early to discuss academic goals and college planning.
Throughout Freshman Year:
- Encourage Strong Academics: Support good grades and honors courses if they align with your child’s strengths and interests.
- Explore Extracurricular Activities: Help them find clubs, sports, or volunteer opportunities to boost personal growth and college applications.
- Develop Good Study Habits: Guide them in building a consistent study routine. Time management and study skills are key to success.
By staying engaged in your child’s high school experience and supporting their growth, you’ll help set them on the path to college readiness. Early planning makes all the difference! Read more here: http://r16.us/FreshGuide
You're Invited to Parent Day 2025
Join us for our very first Parent Day on October 17, 2025, at the Waco Convention Center—an exciting event created just for parents and caregivers like you!
This special day is all about supporting your child’s success and your family’s well-being. You’ll walk away with practical tips, valuable resources, and fresh inspiration to help you thrive at home and in school life.
We can’t wait to see you there! You can visit https://pfetexas.net/pfeconference for more information.
Charter School Funding - Did you know?
Great news from the Capitol!
House Bill 2, which covers school finance, has now been filed by Chairman Brad Buckley — and it includes additional funding for public charter school facilities.
Here's the quick math: Today, total facilities funding for all Texas public charter schools is capped at $60 million. HB 2 would remove the cap and calculate facilities funding on a per-student basis, resulting in an estimated total of $179 million next school year.
This is a huge step toward fairness. Unequal facilities funding is the main reason why public charter schools receive $1,600 less per student overall than other public schools.
Our top priority is to protect this proposal. There will likely be attempts to remove facilities funding from the bill. We have to make our voices heard.
So, what’s next? The House Public Education Committee needs to discuss HB 2 and vote to send it to the full Texas House. If your lawmaker is on the committee, we’ll reach out to you once a hearing is scheduled.
Get Caught Up: Unequal facilities funding is the top issue for public charter schools during the legislative session. This video explains what you need to know in just 30 seconds. Please take a moment to check it out.
Be on the lookout for a call to action. The legislative session is heating up!
Texas Public Charter Schools Association
3005 S Lamar Blvd Suite D-447 | Austin, Texas 78704
1-512-584-8272 | communications@txcharterschools.org
Click the link HERE to see more information about the dangers of apps that our teens and kids are likely to interact with. Parents, please be vigilant!!! Everything may appear fine......until it isn't.
May AVID Focus - Access to Digital Information
Working through the research process provides students in all grade levels with a meaningful way to increase their knowledge within a discipline. Research and inquiry go hand in hand as students discover and analyze new information. Through research, students are able to pursue their passions and explore topics that spark their curiosity. Taking a research assignment through all the stages, from planning to publishing, is an important skill for students to master on the journey to becoming college and career ready. The research process encompasses three main types of research projects:
- Informative research projects
- Argumentative research projects
- Analytical research projects
How to Access Canvas
On the Kingsland School website, www.kingslandschooltx.org, click the parent tab. Scroll down the page and click on the Canvas resources. More information will be provided at Family Night on September 10th.
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Kingsland School
Website: https://www.kingslandschooltx.org
Location: 2112 Ranch Road 1431, Kingsland, TX, USA
Phone: 325-388-0020