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Promote and maintain an exemplary school system that challenges, supports, and empowers our students and staff members to achieve their absolute maximum potential
Focus on cultivating a positive learning environment that champions both high academic expectations and expanded extracurricular opportunities
Model both responsible and ethical behavior
Ensure a continued culture of high expectations and positive relationships, and Uphold the traditions of respect, integrity, and determination that our Kilgore community and our Kilgore school system is known for!
Dr.
Andy Baker- Superintendent of Schools
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1. Student Learning & Progress- Emphasizing academic success and personal growth, ensuring students meet learning goals and are prepared for post-sec opportunities.
2. Student Readiness- Preparing students for college, career, and life by equi them with critical skills, knowledge, and character traits.
3. Engaged & Well-Rounded Student- Supporting students' physical, social, emotional, and extracurricular development to ensure they are well-rounded individuals.
4. Community Engagement & Partnerships- Fostering collaboration with fam businesses, and community organizations to strengthen the educational ecosystem.
5. Professional Learning & Staff Quality- Recruiting, developing, and retainin quality educators who are committed to student success.
6. Fiscal & Operational Systems- Managing financial and operational resourc responsibly and effectively to support educational goals.
7. Safety & Well-Being- Ensuring a safe, healthy, and supportive environment students and staff can thrive.
STUDENT LEARNING & PROGRESS
ENGAGED & WELLROUNDED STUDENT
Our Mission:
We believe it is our responsibility to prepare our students for tomorrow’s opportunities through quality instruction, responsible citizenship, academic achievement, and extracurricular excellence.
Dual Language Program
Our robust program helps both English and Spanish speakers become fluent in two languages, fostering global communication and crosscultural understanding.
AtKilgoreISD,webelievethateverystudent deservesthechancetoexploretheirinterests, developtheirtalents,andbuildasuccessfulfuture. Fromrigorousacademicprogramstocreativeand athleticopportunities,weprovidepathwaysforevery learnertothrive.Ourcommitmentistonurtureeach student’spotentialandopendoorstoendless possibilities.
to challenge advanced learners and ensure they’re college ready.
Dual Credit allows students to earn both high school and college credit simultaneously.
KilgoreISDprovides exceptionalBand,Art,Dance, andOrchestraprograms—an opportunitythatislimitedin manysurroundingareas. Theseprogramsencourage studentstoexpresstheir creativityanddeveloptheir artisticskills.
From football and basketball to track, cross country, fishing, tennis, golf, and volleyball, Kilgore ISD offers a wide range of sports, providing students with the opportunity to stay active, build teamwork, and pursue their athletic passions at a competitive level.
At Kilgore ISD, we focus on the individual needs and passions of every student. We offer a diverse range of programs, each designed to help students discover their talents and pursue their interests. Our goal is to ensure that all students are well-prepared for life after high school, whether they continue their education or enter the workforce.
For students looking to accelerate their learning, KPA offers a self-paced, flexible high school program that allows students to graduate early and move on to college or the workforce ahead of schedule.
Our CTE programs, including healthcare, engineering, agriculture, business, and more, are designed to equip students with the practical skills needed for success in their future careers or higher education.
Our Vision:
Whetherstudentsaimtoattend acollegeoruniversityorenter theworkforce,KilgoreISDis dedicatedtopreparingstudents forsuccessintheirfuture endeavors.
We are commited to providing innovative educational experiences meaningfully designed to challenge, support, and empower our students to achieve their absolute maximum potential within a learning environment, grounded in our Bulldog community’s traditions, values, and expectations.
Tracking data isn’t about numbersit’s about understanding each student’s progress and needs. [Data] helps me tailor lessons, adjust strategies, and ultimately create a path where every student can thrive and grow.
- Stephanie Carter, KMS Teacher
Tests are important because they reflect what you learned and helps the teacher know if you are paying attention. It helps you improve yourself by setting goals and lets you know what you are getting out of your education.
- Emory Vanmeter, KMS Student
Datahelpsmeseehowwellstudents arelearningandwheretheymight needextrahelp.Bylookingattest scores,assignments,andother information,Icanfigureoutwhat’s workingintheclassroomandwhat needstochange.Thisway,Ican adjustmylessonstobetterfiteach student’sneeds,makingsure everyonehasthebestchanceto succeed.
-BrysonWhite,KISTeacher
TheUILLoneStarCupisawardedannually tosixhighschools,oneineachofthesixUIL classifications(1A,2A,3A,4A,5Aand6A), basedontheirteamperformanceindistrict andstatechampionships.KISDiscurrently inthetop25!
CES & KIS placed 3rd out of 9 districts in the Academic UIL Meet.
STAAR: Above the State and/or Regional Progress Averages
5th Reading 8th Reading 5th Math 8th Math
Student Learning & PROGRESS
STATE OF TEXAS ASSESSMENT OF ACADEMIC READINESS
I enjoyed helping with our school store this year because we were able to learn how to run a business in a fun, hands-on environment.
- Luis Herrera, KHS Student
A U G U S T 2 0 2 5
Kilgore Pathways Academy (KPA) is a new opportunity for students seeking a flexible, supportive path to graduation. KPA is designed for students who need a different approach to learning, offering personalized support and career-focused transition services to help them succeed beyond high school.
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Students completed practicum based courses where they gain realworld, hands-on experience by working at local businesses.
$70,000
Awarded to agriculture students in scholarships.
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Students earned industry-based certifications.
AGRICULTURE
ARCHITECTURE & CONSTRUCTION
ARTS, A/V, TECHNOLOGY, & COMMUNICATION
BUSINESS, MARKETING, & FINANCE
EDUCATION & TRAINING
HEALTH SCIENCE
LAW & PUBLIC SERVICE
MANUFACTURING
TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION & LOGISTICS
CTE marketing and business classes have helped me develop critical thinking skills, as well as realworld business skills that will be beneficial no matter what career path I choose.
- Cade Cox, KHS Student
An Industry-Based Certification (IBC) is a credential recognized by businesses and industries that proves a student has the skills and knowledge needed for a specific job. These certifications can help students secure higher-paying jobs, stand out in the workforce, and even continue their education with valuable experience. At KISD, the following IBC’s are available for students to take that are aligned to their program of study.
Accounting - Basic
AWS D1.1 Structural Steel
AWS D9.1 Sheet Metal Welding
Elanco Fundamentals of Animal Science Certification
Autodesk Certified Professional in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting (BR)Entrepreneurship and Small Business
NCCER Core
Patient Care Technician
Phlebotomy Technician
Registered Dental Assistant X-Ray Certification
Adobe Certified Professional in Digital Video Using Adobe Premiere Pro
Basic Structure Fire Protection
Adobe Certified Professional in Print and Digital Media Publication using Adobe InDesign
Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Effects and Motion Graphics
Using Adobe After Effects
Non-Commissioned Security Officer Level II License
Student Social Media Marketing Certification
Principles of Floral Design Certification
Adobe Certified Professional in Graphic Design and Illustration Using
Adobe Illustrator
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KHS is a registered testing site where students can take the assessment during the school day. The average TSI score of KHS students was higher than the state and regional average. 1
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Students enrolled in 1,185 dual credit hours at Kilgore College for the Fall of 2024.
Students enrolled in 999 dual credit hours at Kilgore College for the Spring of 2025.
Kilgore ISD offers dual credit courses at NO cost to students! This opportunity allows students to earn both high school and college credit at the same time, helping them get ahead in their education and save money on future tuition.
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The Kilgore ISD Dual Language Program at KPS, CES, and KIS equips students with academic and linguistic skills while building strong community connections and fostering cultural appreciation and collaboration.
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At Kilgore ISD, Students of the Month are chosen for their positive behavior, academics, leadership, and character, guided by the Core Essentials program. This character education curriculum promotes values like generosity, compassion, and self-control, fostering social-emotional growth and positive behavior schoolwide.
The KISD LEAP program serves our Gifted & Talented students K-5, and aims to provide an array of educational experiences to foster critical and creative thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving while meeting the social, emotional, and academic needs of gifted students through enriched educational opportunities.
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“School districts succeed when the community comes together, and I am so lucky to be a graduate, and now a teacher of KISD that has such a strong support system! With the support from the community as our backbone, we are able to inspire excellence that empowers each educator and student.”
- Kara McKinnon, KPS Staff
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NJHS is meant to be a servant program, built on the five pillars of character, service, scholarship, leadership, knowledge. They serve the community - either within the school community or outside the school. Our goal is to train the leaders of tomorrow in those 5 areas.
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200+ KISD Student Council Members
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KISD students participated in over 17,000 Community Service Hours
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C o l l a b o r a t e s w i t h K M W A a n d t h e K i l g o r e M e n a n d W o m e n A l l i a n c e t o b r i n g C o l l e g e P r e p n i g h t t o o u r c o m m u n i t y .
C o l l e g e s c h o l a r s h i p a p p l i c a t i o n s a r e o f f e r e d a l o n g w i t h h e l p f r o m f o r m e r d i s t r i c t e d u c a t o r s i n e s s a y w r i t i n g a n d t h e c o l l e g e a p p l i c a t i o n p r o c e s s . P a r e n t s / g u a r d i a n s a r e a b l e t o r e c e i v e h e l p w i t h F A F S A a n d i t s r e q u i r e m e n t s .
I enjoy working with the students and connecting with them. I also have a connection to KHS, as I graduated from here. KHS feels like a family and I enjoy working with my peers. Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog.
- Brittany Cleveland, KHS Staff
I decided to come back to teach at my Alma Mater because of the opportunity to give back to what this school and community gave to me. As a former student, the teachers and staff I experienced at KISD were my biggest fans, even when I felt like I couldn't do it they pushed me to exceed my own expectations. I get to do this now and it’s a dream come true.
- Javier Orta, KHS Staff
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Texas school funding comes from local property taxes, state funds, and federal sources. There are two main types of local funding:
1.Maintenance & Operations (M&O) –Covers daily expenses like teacher salaries, utilities, and student programs. Funded through property taxes and state aid, with voterapproved tax rate increases (VATRE) possible.
2 Debt Service (Interest & Sinking, or I&S) – Pays for school construction and renovations through voterapproved bonds. These funds cannot be used for salaries or operating costs.
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It is our honor to be caretakers of the public funds with which we have been entrusted. We manage these funds in compliance with local, state and federal laws to maximize impact for our students and staff.
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