October Bulldog Bulletin Newsletter

OCTOBER 2026 KMS LIFE SKILLS LEMONADE CART The KMS Life Skills students are putting learning into action with their weekly Lemonade Cart! While serving refreshing lemonade to KMS staff, students practice communication, teamwork, money management, responsibility, and customer service. We’re proud to see their confidence and independence grow each week! HOMECOMING AROUND KILGORE ISD BULLDOG SPIRIT WAS EVERYWHERE! Homecoming Week brought plenty of fun and school spirit to campuses across the district! From dressing up in styles from favorite music decades and rocking concert T-shirts to sporting western wear and getting comfy in pajamas, our Bulldog students and staff went all out for the dress-up days. It was a great week of making memories, showing school pride, to ROCK THE HOUSE for Homecoming! CELEBRATING CONSTITUTION WEEK AT KIS! Kilgore Intermediate School students celebrated Constitution Week by learning about the U.S. Constitution, our nation’s history, and the rights and responsibilities of American citizens. Students also welcomed special guest speakers from the Daughters of the American Revolution, who helped bring history to life and shared the importance of understanding and honoring our nation’s founding principles. It was a great week of learning, discovery, and civic pride at KIS! PROUD STUDENTS OF THE MONTH Each month, the Kilgore Independent School District Board of Trustees proudly recognizes our PROUD Students of the Month during the regular school board meeting. This special recognition highlights students from across the district who Perserveres through obstacles, Raises their potential, is Open hearted & cares for others, has a Unique personlity and Deserves to be recognized for their efforts. KHS CELEBRATES HOMECOMING ROYALTY Homecoming night was filled with Bulldog pride as KHS celebrated a special Homecoming tradition during pregame festivities! Aspen Gaudet was crowned the 2026 KHS Homecoming Queen, while Janey Hurtt was named Honorary Homecoming Queen. Surrounded by family, friends, classmates, and the Bulldog community, the evening was a wonderful celebration of Homecoming and KHS spirit. DOLLY DAY AT KILGORE PRIMARY SCHOOL Kilgore Primary School celebrated Dolly Day on 9-2-5 with a day inspired by Dolly Parton’s love of books, reading, children, and music! Students joined in the fun while celebrating the joy that stories and songs can bring. It was a wonderful way to encourage our youngest Bulldogs to develop a love of reading while enjoying a little music and plenty of Dolly-inspired fun! LEARNING AND CELEBRATING HISPANIC CULTURE AT CHANDLER Mrs. Garza’s classes at Chandler Elementary are celebrating Hispanic culture through creativity and hands-on learning! Students learned about papel picado, a traditional Mexican folk art featuring colorful paper cut into decorative designs, and created their own beautiful pieces to display throughout the hallway. It’s a fun and meaningful way for students to explore Hispanic traditions while sharing their creativity with the entire Chandler Elementary community! UPCOMING EVENTS October 1 KIS 4th Grade Grandparents’ Lunch CES Lions Club Dictionary Visit CES House Lunch KMS Pep Rally KMS Football Game @ Home KPA College and Career Expo October 5 CES UIL Try-Outs (October 5–6) CES Title I Evening Meeting KIS PAWS Program — Drug and Alcohol Awareness with KBAD KMS Volleyball Game @ Home KPS Kinder Cycle Day KPS 1st Grade Field Trip October 6 CES Amistad Off-Campus Event KPS Fall Pictures KMS Fall Orchestra Concert October 7 CES 1st Quarter House Celebrations October 8–13 Fall Break Holiday — NO SCHOOL! October 10 Running with the Dogs 5K — Education Foundation October 12 KIS Parent Conference Day October 13 Staff Planning Day October 15 CES Fall Pictures KIS Behavior Incentive KMS Pep Rally KMS Football Game @ Home October 16 Region 7 Observation/Feedback On-Site “Lab” KPA Leadership Field Trip October 19–23 CES Book Fair October 20 CES 2nd Grade Grandparents Day KMS Band Fall Concert October 21 KPS End of Fundraiser KIS 5th Grade Vision and Hearing Screening (October 21–23) October 22 KIS Fall Pictures TIA Data Submission Due to TEA CES 3rd Grade Grandparents Day CES Literacy Night October 26–30 KPS Red Ribbon Week Dress-Up Days October 27 KPS Kona Ice Day Hispanic Heritage Event @ KMS KIS LEAP Students at Camp Gilmont (October 27–29) KIS 4th Grade Pumpkin Contest October 29 KIS 4th Grade Field Trip KMS Pep Rally KMS Football Game @ Home October 30 KMS StuCo Halloween Dance Special Needs Rodeo for Secondary Students Kilgore ISD Links Tickets for KHS Athletic Events Tickets for KMS Athletic Events KISD Cafeteria Menus Kilgore ISD District Calendar

Thursday, Oct 01 2026

September Bulldog Bulletin

SEPTEMBER 2026 A NEW ERA FOR KILGORE HIGH SCHOOL The 2026-2027 school year marks an exciting new chapter as students and staff begin the year in the new Kilgore High School! The beautiful new campus features the Maude Laird Performing Arts Center, a new competition gym, spacious commons/cafeteria area, school store and many other modern learning and student spaces. After watching the new KHS take shape, students, teachers and staff are excited to finally call it home and begin making memories in a space designed for generations of Bulldgos to come. New building. Same Bulldog pride. CELEBRATING CHANDLER SUMMER READERS Congratulations to the outstanding Chandler Summer Readers! These dedicated students spent their summer discovering new stories, exploring new ideas and building their reading skills. Each student successfully completed the summer reading program and submitted their reading log to the librarian. We are incredibly proud of their commitment to reading and this wonderful accomplishment. WAY TO GO SUMMER READERS! LEARNING IS IN FULL SWING AT KMS! The school year is off to an exciting start at KMS! Our students have already been busy learning, creating, collaborating and putting their skills into action through a variety of engaging classroom activities. Our incredible teachers have worked hard to create meaningful, hands-on lessons that capture students' interest and build excitement for learning. It's awesome to see our classrooms filled with curiosity, creativity and collaboration as students begin another year. GREAT DAYS, NEW FRIENDS & COOL TREATS AT KILGORE PRIMARY! The school year is off to a fantastic start at Kilgore Primary School. Our students are having so much fun learning new things, making new friends and settling into their classrooms. Each day brings new opportunities to explore, grow and make special memories together. Students also enjoyed a sweet way to beat the East Texas heat with a visit from the Kona Ice truck! Smiles were everywhere as students cooled off with a refreshing treat alongside their friends. Kilgore Primary is starting the school year strong...after all every day is a great day...not just a good one! A GREAT START TO THE SCHOOL YEAR AT KILGORE INTERMEDIATE The school year is off to an outstanding start at Kilgore Intermediate School! Students are settling into their routines, building friendships and enjoying plenty of opportunities to learn, grow and have fun along the way. There's already so much to celebrate so much to celebrate at KIS! From fun and fitness in PE to celebrating Library Book Box winners, students are staying active, discovering great books and making the most of each school day. We love seeing our KIS students start the year with such enthusiasm, curiosity and school spirit. It's shaping up to be a fantastic year of learning, laughter and memorable momens at Kilgore Intermediate School. A NEW YEAR TAKES FLIGHT AT KILGORE PATHWAYS ACADEMY The new school year has officially lifted off at KPA. Students and staff are back on campus and ready for a year filled with fresh opportunities, new goals and exciting possibilities. At KPA, the start of a new school year is a chance for every student to look ahead, set goals and take the next steps toward a successful future. We're excited to see our students grow, achieve and make the most of every opportunity along the way. New year. New goals. New adventures. Let's soar, KPA! MEET THE 2026 KHS HOMECOMING DUCHESSES Kilgore High School is proud to introduce the 2026 Homecoming Duchesses! These outstanding young women represent their clubs/organizations for this year's Homecoming celebration. Back Row: Evelyn Leon, Lily Tieman, Stephanie Sheffield, Grace Friesen, Evelyn Contreras, Genesis Estrella, Kaitlyn Shurley, Celeste Vaszquez, Abigale Lewis, Abigail Watley, Kylie Cedillo, Addison Warlick, Aby Moreno Middle Row: Kayleigh Lingafelter, Nahla Small, Makaylah Jackson, Jaidyn Martinez, Thailor Moore, Jaylah Robinson, Abril Arcos, Jamie Garduno, Lilah Abbott, Aspen Gaudet, Lona Cole, Alison Contreras, Alexa Velasco Front Row: Juliana Cedillo, Maddie Tucker, Adriana Sanjuan, Rya Whatley, Vivienne Wright, Addison Murphy, Madison Adams, Lauryn Hok, Kimora Thomas, Audrey Bailey, Emersyn Beets, Rheagan Starkey Not Pictured: Kylie Herrin, Dalaysia Martin, Janey Hurtt UPCOMING EVENTS Sept 2- KHS Senior Panoramic Sept 4- Meet the Bulldogs Pep Rally, 3:30pm Sept 7- NO SCHOOL, Student & Staff Holiday Sept 14-18 HOMECOMING SPIRIT WEEK Sept 17- KMS Pep Rally Sept 18- HOMECOMING Sept 18- Early Release, 1:00pm Sept 18- Homecoming Parade, 2:30pm Sept 19- KHS Grand Opening, 10:00am-2:00pm Sept 21-25- KPS Grandparents Lunches/Book Fair Sept 22- KPS Literacy Night Sept 28- KIS Book Fair Week Sept 29- KIS Literacy Night Sept 30- KIS 5th Grade Grandparent's Night Kilgore ISD Links Tickets for KHS Athletic Events Tickets for KMS Athletic Events KISD Cafeteria Menus Kilgore ISD District Calendar

Monday, Aug 31 2026

May Bulldog Bulletin Newsletter

MAY 2026 KILGORE HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES TOP 10 GRADUATES Kilgore High School announced the Top Ten Honor Graduates for the Class of 2026, recognizing a group of students whose dedication and academic excellence have set them apart. Class rankings were recently revealed, marking a major milestone in their high school journey. Leading the class is Valedictorian Kayla Black who plans to attend the University of Texas at Austin, followed by Salutatorian Molly Quine who plans to atten Texas Tech University. The remaining top graduates include Julieta Gonzalez who plans to attend Kilgore College, Morgan Payne who plans to attend Texas A&M University, Carsyn McKinney who plans to attend the University of Texas at Tyler, Roland Chay who plans to attend Texas A&M University, Shaun Moyers (tie) who plans to attend Stetson University, Kyra Spyhalski (tie) who plans to attend Kilgore College, Mariya Hopper who plans to attend the University of Texas at Tyler, and Makenzie Miller who plans to attend the University of Oklahoma. These students are commended for their hard work, perseverance, and commitment to excellence throughout their high school careers. As graduation approaches, Kilgore High School celebrates their achievements and looks forward to the continued success they will undoubtedly achieve in the future. KMS ORCHESTRA MAKES HISTORY Kilgore Middle School recently made music history with a groundbreaking performance that brought students together in a powerful way. For the first time, the school featured a full orchestra performance that combined both middle school orchestra and band students on one stage. Led by Orchestra Director Richard Leppert, this unique collaboration highlighted the talent, dedication, and countless hours of hard work put in by the students. The performance marked a significant milestone for the school’s music program and demonstrated what can be achieved through teamwork and a shared passion for the arts. Special thanks go to Richard Leppert, Gavin Clarke, and Bailey Retting for their vision and commitment to Kilgore Middle School students. Their belief in the program helped make this memorable moment a reality. MOM PROM HOSTED AT KIS Kilgore Intermediate School recently hosted its annual Mom Prom, creating a memorable evening filled with music, laughter, and special moments. KIS boys attended alongside their moms, grandmothers, aunts, and other important women in their lives, enjoying time together on the dance floor and making lasting memories. Sponsored by the KIS Student Council, the event continues to be a cherished tradition that celebrates relationships and strengthens the school community. FUN DAYS AT KPS Kilgore Primary School students recently enjoyed some of the most anticipated days of the year- Fun Days! Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st grade students spent time outdoors participating in a variety of exciting activities, including tug of war, soccer competitions, football toss, scooter races, and more. Filled with laughter, teamwork, and friendly competition, Fun Days gave students a chance to celebrate the school year and create lasting memories. At KPS, it’s safe to say...Fun Days are the best days! PROUD STUDENTS OF THE MONTH Each month, the Kilgore Independent School District Board of Trustees proudly recognizes our PROUD Students of the Month during the regular school board meeting. This special recognition highlights students from across the district who Perserveres through obstacles, Raises their potential, is Open hearted & cares for others, has a Unique personlity and Deserves to be recognized for their efforts. CAMPUS TEACHERS OF THE YEAR Kilgore ISD proudly celebrates the incredible 2025-2026 Teachers of the Year from each campus in Kilgore ISD! Kilgore Primary- Shelby Page, Chandler Elementary- Libby Edmondson, Kilgore Intermediate School- Charles Livsey, Kilgore Middle School- Joy Teal, Kilgore High School- Tyler Register and Kilgore Pathways Academy- Greg Brown. CHANDLER AWARD WINNING POETS Two Chandler Elementary students recently were recognized for their poetry in the Northeast Texas Poetry In Schools Awards. Elliot Hagler and Elliot Simpson's poems were both winner out of over 800 submissions from 35 school districts. Mrs. Becky McCormick, their LEAP teacher submitted the award winning poetry. KHS HOSTS CTE SIGNING DAY Kilgore High School celebrated its graduating seniors at the annual CTE Signing Day. The event honors students who have shown dedication and career readiness through Career and Technical Education programs, as they take the next step in their futures. Students signed letters of intent to continue their education at colleges and universities or to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces. The event is co-sponsored by the Kilgore Area Chamber of Commerce, demonstrating the strong partnership between Kilgore ISD and the local business community in supporting workforce development and student success. GEONIX DONATION SUPPORTS KPA BIKE RACK PROJECT Kilgore Pathways Academy recently received a donation of metal from valued community partner, Geonix. The metal will be used to build a bike rack for the KPA students to store their bikes while they are in class. The bike rack is being built by the construction at Kilgore High School. It's partnerships like these that make a huge difference in the lives of our staff and students everyday. UPCOMING EVENTS May 1- KMS 5th Grade tour May 1- KMS 8th Grade Inventions May 1- KHS, CTE Signing Day, 10:00am May 1- KMS Dance May 1- KHS Majorette Tryouts, 4:30pm May 1- KPA Guest Speaker, Cardenas Farm May 4- KIS 3rd Grade tour May 4- KHS Spring Choir Concert- KMS Gym, 6:00pm May 4- 26-27 House Leader Tryouts May 4- KMS Choir Concert, 6:00pm May 4-8- Teacher Appreciation Week May 5- KIS Retirement Reception, 3:30pm May 5th- KMS Band Concert- KMS, 6:00pm May 5th- CES 2nd Grade Field Day May 6th- KMS Career Day May 6th- KIS 4th Grade LEAP Robotics Competition May 6th- CES 3rd Grade Field Day May 7th- KMS 8th Grade Honors Visit Holocaust Museum May 7th- KIS 5th Grade Field Day May7th- KHS Spring Band Concert, 6:30pm May 7th- KHS Senior Exams May 8th- KHS Senior Sign Off, 2:00pm May 8th- KIS 4th Grade Field Day May 8th- KIS 5th Grade LEAP Robotics Competition May 8th- CES Award Assemblies May 11- KMS Academic Awards and 3 year All A's Luncheon May 11- CES Retirement Party May 11- Senior Breakfast & Scholarship Presentation May 11- KISD Regular Board of Trustees Meeting, 6:30pm May 12- Senior Walk May 12- KIS STUCO Fun Day May 12- KMS 8th Grade Fun Day, St. Luke's Methodist Church May 12- KPS Graduation Practice May 13- Senior Celebration, 8:30am May 13- KIS Awards- 5th, 8:30am/ 4th, 1:30pm May 13- KMS Water Day May 13- CES PTA Fun Day May 13- KPS Kindergarten Graduation May 14- KMS Celebrate You Program May 14- KPA Graduation Practice, 1st Baptist, 11:00am May 14- KPA Graduation, 1st Baptist, 3:00pm May 14- KPS Mega Bash May 14- KHS Graduation Practice, RE St. John, 9:00am May 14- Last Day of School-Early Release @ 1:00pm May 15- KHS Graduation, RE St. John, 8:00pm May 18-June 11- KPS PK/K Biligual Summer School Kilgore ISD Links Tickets for KHS Athletic Events Tickets for KMS Athletic Events KISD Cafeteria Menus Kilgore ISD District Calendar

Friday, May 01 2026

April Bulldog Bulletin Newsletter

APRIL 2026 KMS ORCHESTRA SUCCESS The Kilgore Middle School Orchestra students recently competed in UIL and brought home multiple awards. The Chamber Orchestra earned straight Superior ratings from all six judges for the fourth consecutive year, securing a Sweepstakes Trophy and marking 11 straight sweepstakes for the Varsity Orchestra. The Philharmonic Orchestra also delivered an outstanding performance, earning a mix of Superior and Excellent ratings and bringing home a Sight Reading Plaque. We are proud of these students for their hard work, dedication, and musical achievement! KPS CELEBRATES TEXAS DAY Yeehaw! Kilgore Primary cowboys and cowgirls had a rootin’ tootin’ good time celebrating Texas Day! The enjoyed boot scootin’, tortilla tossin’, stick horse racin’ and plenty of Texas-sized fun. It was a day full of laughter, energy, and Lone Star spirit! MARCH ATTENDANCE MADNESS Classes at Chandler Elementary are competing against each other March Madness style based on which class has the most attendance! They are already in the third round of the tournament and the competition is tough...ATTENDANCE MATTERS, especially in this game! PROUD STUDENTS OF THE MONTH Each month, the Kilgore Independent School District Board of Trustees proudly recognizes our PROUD Students of the Month during the regular school board meeting. This special recognition highlights students from across the district who Perserveres through obstacles, Raises their potential, is Open hearted & cares for others, has a Unique personlity and Deserves to be recognized for their efforts. KIS SCORES BIG AT UIL COMPETITION Congratulations to the Kilgore Intermediate School UIL winners for the 2025-2026 school year! The hard work and dedication shown by students, coaches, and families made this achievement possible. This success reflects a true team effort, congratulations to all on an outstanding accomplishment! ARRIVE ALIVE TOUR AT KHS Kilgore High School recently hosted the Arrive Alive program, an educational initiative designed to raise awareness about the dangers and consequences of drunk driving, drugged driving, distracted driving, and texting while driving. With the message, “Good Decisions Prevent Collisions,” the program provided impactful, real-world insights for students. The event was organized by the KHS Career and Technology Education Law Pathway and included all seniors, along with many juniors in the law pathway. As prom and graduation celebrations approach, this program serves as an important reminder for students to make safe, responsible choices and return home safely to their families. AREA BUSINESSES HOST KMS STUDENTS Kilgore Middle School 8th grade Career Investigation students explored careers across East Texas during Job Shadow Day! From offices to worksites, students experienced a real “day in the life” of professions that interest them, connecting classroom learning to future goals. A big thank you to the businesses and professionals who welcomed students, shared their expertise, and invested in their futures. Your support and partnership make opportunities like this possible! CELEBRATING CHANDLER UIL CHAMPS The Chandler Elementary UIL individual and team winners for the 2025-2026 school year were recently celebrated at an Awards Ceremony. Each team, student, coach, and parent worked incredibly hard to make the achievement possible! Congratulations to all on this outstanding accomplishment! SIMULATION CHALLENGES KPA STUDENTS Recently at Kilgore Pathways Academy, students stepped into the real world through an engaging, hands-on financial simulation hosted by Credit Union of Texas-Kilgore. Each student was assigned a career, family structure, and level of debt, then challenged to build a realistic budget based on their income. As they worked through real-life financial decisions, they gained valuable insight into the responsibilities of adulthood and the importance of smart money management, preparing them for success beyond graduation. KMS CELEBRATES BOOK VENDING MACHINE It was an exciting day at Kilgore Middle School as they celebrated the ribbon cutting of their brand-new book vending machine! Thanks to the generosity of Greater Longview United Way and the Credit Union of Texas, this initiative was made possible through the “Read to Succeed” program. Students will be able to earn tokens in their Reading and English classes and enjoy the opportunity to choose and take home books of their own, encouraging a lifelong love of reading. KHS FFA AG SHOW HUGE SUCCESS The Kilgore High School FFA Chapter Ag Show and Sale was held on March 27th and 28th at the Leon Gibson Ag Center and brought members of Kilgore Community out to support the hard work and dedication of the students and their projects. UPCOMING EVENTS April 2- KHS Hi-Stepper Officer Tryouts April 2- KPS Easter Egg Hunts & Easter Bunny Pictures April 2- KMS Star Stepper Tryouts April 7- KPA Senior Pictures April 7- KPS Kindergarten Graduation Pictures April 7-17- KPS Kindergarten Roundup April 8- KPS Kona Ice Day April 8- KMS 7th/8th STAAR RLA April 8- KHS/KPA English I EOC April 9- KMS 6th STAAR RLA April 9- KIS STAAR Reading April 9- KHS Band Pre-UIL Concert @ 6:30pm April 10- KHS FFA Field Trip to Tiger Creek Animal Sanctuary April 10- KPS Pre-K to Caldwell Zoo April 10- CES STAAR Pep Rally April 13- CES House Altruismo Day of Altruismo Day of Encouragement April 13- KHS Spring Parent FAFSA Night in KHS Library, 6:00-8:00pm April 14- KHS/KPA English II EOC April 14- KPS Group Picture Day April 14- CES 3rd Grade ELAR STAAR April 14-15- KMS UIL Band Sight Reading April 15- KPS Pre-K Field Day April 16- KPS Kindergarten Field Day April 16- KMS 8th STAAR Social Studies April 16- KIS STAAR Science April 17- KPS 1st Grade Field Day April 17- KMS Fitness Gram April 17- CES House War and Lunch April 18- KHS Prom @ LaVista Ranch, 8:00-11:30 pm April 20-24- CES EOY MAPS Testing April 21- KMS 8th STAAR Science April 21- KHS/KPA US History EOC April 22- KHS/KPS Algebra I EOC April 23- KMS 6th STAAR Math April 23- KIS STAAR Math April 23- KISD Job Fair @KMS Library, 4:30-6:30pm April 24- KIS Mom Prom April 24- KMS STUCO Dance April 24- KPS Kindergarten to Caldwell Zoo April 27- KMS EOY MAP Testing April 27-30- KIS MAP Tests April 28- KIS Spring Music Program April 28- CES 3rd Grade Math STAAR April 29-May 1- KMS Inventions April 29-May 5- CES E-Sports Tournament April 30- KHS Orchestra Spring Concert @ Dodson Auditorium, 7:30pm April 30- KHS Blood Drive April 30- KPS 1st Grade to tour Chandler 2026 KILGORE ISD JOB FAIR Spring Testing Calendar Kilgore ISD Links Tickets for KHS Athletic Events Tickets for KMS Athletic Events KISD Cafeteria Menus Kilgore ISD District Calendar

Wednesday, Apr 01 2026

March Bulldog Bulletin Newsletter

MARCH 2026 HEADED TO STATE We are proud to recognize the talented student welders from Kilgore High School who have qualified for the state welding competition in Abilene, May 6–9! Fourteen of our students have earned the opportunity to compete at the state level, an incredible accomplishment that reflects their hard work, precision, and dedication to the skilled trades. KMS 7th GRADE STUDENTS AT MODEL UN Kilgore Middle School 7th grade students recently participated in Model UN at Region 7 and represented their assigned countries with confidence, collaboration and critcal thinking. They were awarded several awards for their excellent work and leadership skills. Congratulations to all of these students. 8TH GRADE STUDENTS COMPETE AT SFA KMS 8th grade students recently competed at Model UN at SFA and won many top awards! Their leadership, critical thinking and dedication truly shined on a collegiate stage. Congratulations to our scholars and their teachers who prepared them for this outstanding experience. PROUD STUDENTS OF THE MONTH Each month, the Kilgore Independent School District Board of Trustees proudly recognizes our PROUD Students of the Month during the regular school board meeting. This special recognition highlights students from across the district who Perserveres through obstacles, Raises their potential, is Open hearted & cares for others, has a Unique personlity and Deserves to be recognized for their efforts. CTE SKILLS WORKSHOP Kilgore High School seniors took learning beyond the classroom at the CTE Skills workshop by participating in various stations: mock interviews, headshots, dress to impress, budgeting and many more. Each station gave them practical tools to step confidently into their futures beyond graduation. OFFICER APPRECIATION The students at Kilgore Primary School showed huge appreciation to the school resource officers, security officers and Kilgore Police officers for the care, protection and kindness they provide campus everyday. THANK YOU to the officers for all they do to make everyone feel safe and secure! LETTING OUR GENIUS GLOW Chandler Elementary had a fantastic evening "Letting Our Genius Glow" where families enjoyed a night filled with engaging academic games, hands-on learning activities and plenty of fun. It was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate student learning and shine a spotlight on the bright minds that might Chandler so special. KIS FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE The Kilgore Intermediate School Student Council recently hosted their annual Father-Daughter dance. Daughters and their dads (or special guests) all had on their most beautiful outfits and danced the night away, ate sweet treats and created memories lasting memories! It was a great night with music, laughter and lots of fun! KPA WELCOMES ARMED FORCES SPEAKERS Kilgore Pathways Academy welcomed two United States National Guard members to powerful insights on leadership, discipline, career opportunities, and service. Students were able to gain valuable perspective on commitment and teamwork. KHS FOOD PANTRY Donations of non-perishable food recently received from the Kilgore community helped restock the shelves and better equip the KHS food pantry to meet the needs of the students who use it weekly. The community's kindness and willingness to step in makes a real difference in the lives of KHS students and their families. Donations are always needed and accepted at the front office of KHS during regular school hours. UPCOMING EVENTS March 2-6 - KPS/CES/KIS Read Across America Week March 2-6 - KMS Cheer Try Out week March 2 - KHS CTE Health Science Bulldog Business Backers in Library March 2- KMS Sources of Strength March 2- CES 2nd Grade Musical March 3- CES 3rd Grade Musical March 3- KHS UIL OAP Performance in KHS Auditorium @ 6:00 pm March 4- KMS Job Shadow March 5- Orchestra UIL Concert & Sight Reading Evaluation @ TJC March 5- KHS Blood Drive March 6-7- District OAP @ Pine Tree March 6- KPS/CES Texas Day March 6- KPA Muffins with the Mayor March 17-20- Star Stepper Try-Out Week March 17- KHS Orchestra Future Freshman Orientation March 17- KPS Book Blast Kickoff March 18- KPS Kona Ice Day March 18- KHS Hi-Stepper Mini Clinic - 4:00-7:00 pm March 20- KPA SRO Presentations March 21- KHS Hi-Stepper Spring Show @ LETU Belcher Center March 24-26- KHS Hi-Stepper Tryout Clinic March 27-28- KHS FFA Kilgore Project Show March 27- KPA Financial Literacy with ETCU March 27- KPS Half of 1st Grade to Piney Park March 28- KHS Academic UIL District Tested Event @ Pine Tree March 30-31- KHS OAP Bi-District @ Chapel Hill March 30- CES House Altruismo Skating Event After School Mar 31- KMS Band Concert 5:30-8:30 2026-2027 ACADEMIC CALENDAR Spring Testing Calendar Kilgore ISD Links Tickets for KHS Athletic Events Tickets for KMS Athletic Events KISD Cafeteria Menus Kilgore ISD District Calendar

Monday, Mar 02 2026

December Newsletter

ANNOUNCING MYRIDE K-12 My Ride K-12 is the new bus tracking app for Kilgore ISD!  With MYRIDE K-12 mobile app, parents and students can access their own secure data for bus stop location, route, and pickup time at the touch of a button. Convenient access to this information and rapid communication help reduce parent calls to the transportation department for everyday updates, such as bus location or route changes or delays.    MYRIDE K-12 can share real-time ETAs, reducing time spent waiting at the bus stop and helping students never miss the bus again or parents worrying about bus arrivals. For more information and a how-to guide about the app, visit www.kisd.org/our-district/district-departments/transportation .  AROUND THE DISTRICT KHS Construction Class Builds Picnic Tables Kilgore High School construction students put their skills to use by building new picnic tables for the Kilgore Soccer Association. The materials for the tables was donated by a community partner, Cassity Jones Building Materials. These students were able not only able to learn valuable skills, but also able to give back to the Kilgore community. KIS Classes Visit East Texas Oil Museum  The classes of Mrs. Sanchez, Mrs. Parker, Mrs. Ramirez and Ms. Hudman recently visited the East Texas Oil Museum on the Kilgore College campus.  The students were able to learn more about the history of  the Great East Texas Oil Boom and the City of Kilgore. KHS Bulldog Blessings and KMS Bulldog Christmas Tree Available The ability to give back and help out students at both Kilgore High School and Kilgore Middle School are now available. The Bulldog Blessing Paws are available at KHS, stop by and follow the simple sign-out directions, purchase the gifts and return it unwrapped by Friday, December 5th. Parents, community members and staff are invited to select a student in need from the the Bulldogs Christmas Tree at KMS. Wrapped gifts need to be returned to KMS by December 9th. MARK YOUR CALENDARS Christmas Break at Kilgore ISD December is a busy month in Kilgore ISD, but go ahead and mark your calendars for Christmas Break. Thursday, December 18th will be an Early Release Day at 1:00pm for all students, with Friday, December 19th being a Staff Work Day. Christmas Break will be from December 22nd - January 2nd.  All campuses and offices will be closed during this time. Staff will return for Staff Work Days on Monday and Tuesday, January 5th and 6th and all students will return on Wednesday, January 7th. TALK TIME TIPS Questions to Ask Your Child Instead of "How Was Your Day?" All Ages ·        What’s something that made you smile today? ·        What was the best part of your day? ·        Did anything surprise you today Elementary School ·        What is something you learned today that you           want to remember? ·        What was the trickiest thing you worked on today? ·        Who did you help today? Who helped you? Middle School ·        Tell me about a moment today did you feel                        confident? ·        Was there a moment today you felt unsure or          frustrated? ·        Who in your class makes things fun? High School ·        What’s something you’re working toward right          now? ·        What’s a small win you had today? ·        Who do you feel most yourself around at school? KILGORE INDEPENDEPENT SCHOOL DISTRICT www.kisd.org   DECEMBER EVENTS 1-2- KPS Santa visits 2- CES House Altruismo Day of Giving    Kilgore Christmas Parade, 6:30pm 3-  KHS Orchestra Tour 4-  KMS & KHS Choir Winter Concert, 6:00pm, KMS Gym 4-5- Chandler Santa visits 5-  Early Release, 1:00pm 9-  KIS Christmas Music Program, KIS Cafeteria 6:00pm KMS 6th Grade Band Concert, KMS Gym, 6:00pm 11-  KMS Orchestra Concert, KMS Gym, 6:00pm 12-  KMS Theatre Performance, 6:00pm 15-  Regular School Board Meeting, KMS Library, 5:30pm   KHS Winter Band Concert, KHS Gym, 6:30pm 16- KHS Winter Orchestra Concert, First Baptist Church, 6:00pm 18-  KPS Christmas parties        CES Christmas parties        KIS Christmas parties        KPA Graduation, 3:00pm @         KHS Gym        EARLY RELEASE, 1:00pm Kilgore ISD Links Tickets for KHS Athletics Events Tickets for KMS Athletics Events KISD Cafeteria Menus Kilgore ISD District Calendar KISD EMPLOYEE MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES The holiday season can be stressful for you and your family- there are resources available:  EAP (ComPsych): Free, confidential 24/7 counseling. Call 844-266-0712 . TRS ActiveCare/BCBS: Virtual, digital, and in-person mental health services for enrolled employees. Recuro Telehealth: 24/7 phone or online access. Therapy: $85- Psychiatry: $225. Call 855-6RECURO .

Monday, Dec 01 2025

November Newsletter

Kilgore ISD Newsletter November 2025 Around Kilgore ISD Celebrating Our Veterans There are several activities planned throughout Kilgore ISD to celebrate the Veterans in our community. Friday, November 7th- KMS Veterans Day Program, 9:00am- KMS Gym Monday, November 10th- Honk for Veterans, 7:30am- Various Locations Tuesday, November 11th- Veteran's Day Breakfast, 7:15am- KHS Library KHS Food Pantry The Kilgore High School Student Council has launched a food drive to support its on-campus KHS Food Pantry, which provides essential food items to students in need. The pantry is currently seeking donations of canned goods and other non-perishable foods to help restock its shelves and ensure that no student goes without. The KHS Food Pantry is open to students after school from 3:30-4:00pm, Monday through Friday, and serves as a confidential, welcoming resource for those who may be experiencing food insecurity. Student Council members started the pantry as a direct response to the impact of the recent government shutdown and the loss of Food Assistance Programs that have affected many local families. Community members who wish to contribute can drop off donations at the Kilgore High School front office during regular school hours. Kilgore ISD FIRST Rating Kilgore ISD received a rating of A for Super Achievement under Texas' School FIRST financial rating system. The Superior Achievement rating is the state's highest, demonstrating the quality of KISD's financial management and reporting system. This is Kilgore ISD's 21st year to receive a Superior Achievement rating. For more information about the FIRST ratings, visit https://tea.texas.gov/finance-and-grants/financial-compliance/financial-integrity-rating-system-of-texas-first. Thank You Bulldog Community We appreciate everyone who took the time to learn about, discuss, and vote in the VATRE election. Your participation reflects the strong community spirit that makes Kilgore ISD so special. While the VATRE did not pass, we remain committed to doing everything we can to support our students, staff, and schools. Together, we’ll continue working toward what’s best for our Bulldog family. THANKSGIVING BREAK Kilgore Primary School Luka Rojas & Charlie Grace Griffin Chandler Elementary School Quinn Ault & Sa'Myra Mumphrey Kilgore Intermediate School Emerie Key & Trent Hubbard Kilgore Middle School Justin Morales & Arianna Bullen (not pictured) Kilgore High School Addison VanZandt & Kiefer Hunter Safety & Security Reminders As we approach the Holidays and more activities happening on all of the Kilgore ISD campuses, we just want to remind everyone of our Safety & Security measures. All exterior doors will be locked at all times. When entering & exiting buildings, ensure that doors close securely behind you. Visitors must check in at the front office to be scanned using the Raptor Visitor Management System and receive a Visitor Badge that should be worn at all times. **Parents please remember to bring your drivers license with you each time you visit a campus.** All KISD staff and secondary students should wear their ID badges at all times. The 94th Annual Kilgore Christmas Parade will be held on Tuesday, December 2nd. Click here for the Parade Participant application. Kilgore ISD Links Tickets for KHS Athletic Events Tickets for KMS Athletic Events KISD Cafeteria Menus Kilgore ISD District Calendar Kilgore Independent School District www.kisd.org info@kisd.org 903-988-3900

Thursday, Nov 06 2025