📣 JDA Families — Updates & Reminders for Wednesday, 4.29.26

🧼 Locker Clean-Out
• Most students cleaned lockers today
• Items are coming home in backpacks
• If not completed → students finish tomorrow

🎒 Backpacks
• Once lockers are cleared → NO backpacks allowed
• Not needed for the rest of the year

⚽ Today’s Athletics
• ❌ No Girls Soccer
• ✅ Boys Soccer still practicing

🎭 8th Grade Masquerade Ball (Friday)
• 🎟 Tickets now $5
• 💻 Buy online (card)- https://drjimmiedonaycockmiddleschool.myschoolcentral.com/
• 💵 Thursday lunch (cash only)

📣 We Need Your Voice!
• Title I Survey- https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/cfs2iyvEMR
• CKH Family Survey- https://app.ckh.org/public-survey/nm6qqoxe


We appreciate your partnership 💙
📩 Please refer to your email for full details.

#JDAFamily #IntentionalImpactByDesign #JourneyOfDiscoveryAndAchievement #CapturingKidsHearts #WeAreJDA #Character #Communication #WeValueYourVoice #ParentsAsPartners #StrongerTogether

1 day ago, JDA
Reminders
🎓 8th Grade Celebration – Let’s Celebrate Our Roadrunners!

We are excited to honor our 8th graders as they take the next step toward high school! 💙

📅 May 28
⏰ 8:30–10:30 AM
🚪 Entry: Door 16
⏰ Doors open at 8:15 AM

✅ RSVP REQUIRED by May 22
📸 Submit photos + a well-wish for the slideshow
🪪 Valid ID required for entry

✨ Students may be checked out after the ceremony

👉 RSVP here:
https://www.killeenisd.org/o/jda/forms/8th-grade-celebration

📩 Please refer to your email for full details.
3 days ago, Savannah Jimenez
8th grade celebration
As we approach the end of the school year, there is a lot happening on campus, and we want to make sure our JDA families feel informed, prepared, and supported every step of the way. 💙

To help keep everything clear and organized, we’ve highlighted a few important dates and expectations that all families need to be aware of moving forward. These reminders help us maintain a safe, focused, and successful learning environment as we finish the year strong—together.

Thank you for continuing to partner with us and for trusting us with your child each day. If you have any questions, feedback, or need support, we are always here for you. You can reach out anytime at 📧 jda@killeenisd.org
, 📞 254-336-3300, or through our Family Feedback & Support Request Form:
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/9TiHjsrAbB

We are in this together—and we are committed to finishing the year with intentional impact by design. ✨
3 days ago, JDA
EOY Reminders
💙❤️ JDA Families — Your Roadrunner Revue is Here! ❤️💙

We are heading into the final stretch of the school year, and there is A LOT happening at JDA! From testing updates and important dates to Teacher Appreciation Week and end-of-year celebrations—you won’t want to miss this week’s newsletter.

📣 We also need your voice! Be sure to complete our two quick family surveys included in the newsletter. Your feedback directly impacts our plans for next year and helps us continue building a strong JDA community.

👉 Check it out here: https://app.smore.com/n/gcydu

Let’s finish strong together and continue making an Intentional Impact by Design! 💪💙❤️

#JDA #RoadrunnerRevue #IntentionalImpactByDesign #JDAFamily #FinishStrong
4 days ago, JDA
Roadrunner Revue
Students getting ready to join the Roadrunner family enjoyed a day on campus for a "sneak peek" of what's to come next year for them at JDAMS.
10 days ago, Leslie Rowe
Roadrunner Sneak Peek

JDA Purple Up Day

10 days ago, Leslie Rowe
JDA Purple Up Day
What was that? The JDA Sneak Peak was almost two weeks ago?! Yes! We can't stop talking about it!
On behalf of JDA staff we want to thank everyone who came and interacted with our school community. Our staff worked really hard to make this a purposeful and engaging night and it was all worth it because of you! Parents of future roadrunners we hope you felt welcomed and prepared for next year. If you weren't able to attend no worries we still have open house in a few months.
#FutureRoadrunners #GoRoadrunners
10 days ago, Jennyfer Arriaza
Students getting ready to join the Roadrunner family enjoyed a day on campus for a "sneak peek" of what's to come next year for them at JDAMS.

Any 5th graders looking for some middle school advice?

Our current 6th grade students at JDA got you covered!

On April 09, 2026 JDA had their annual Sneak Peak that was open to all incoming 6th graders and students transferring from other schools. The night was filled with performances by theatre arts, orchestra, choir, and band. While students were performing, families had the chance to visit the gym and inquire more about electives/clubs that are offered or take a self-guided tour. During this self-guided tour spread out through out the school were opportunities for future roadrunners to give their input/questions about the upcoming school year. One wall was a dedicated advice wall written by current 6th graders and shown here are a couple of examples!

#JDAFamily
#IntentionalImpactByDesign
#JourneyOfDiscoveryAndAchievement
#CapturingKidsHearts
#WeAreJDA
#RelationshipsMatter
#StrongerTogether
#Character
#CriticalThinking
#SchoolFamilyPartnership

13 days ago, Jennyfer Arriaza
6th Grade Sneak Peak Advice Wall. Current 6th graders wrote advice for incoming 5th graders.

Purple Up Day 2026 @ JDA!

What is Purple Up day? Glad you asked!
April 15 is national purple up day and wearing purple shows a visible symbol of support and appreciation for military-connected youth and the significant role they play in their families’ service.

Why purple? Purple represents the combination of colors associated with all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces:

Air Force – Blue
Army – Green
Navy – Blue
Marine Corps – Red
Coast Guard – Blue
When these colors come together, they form purple—a unified show of support for all military families.

Shown here are just a few gems in our school community that include students, teachers, aides, and administrative staff. On the far right corner of every picture is our military liaison Ms. Jennyfer Arriaza. If you are military family at JDA and are in need of further support feel free to contact the military liaison. On our school website under the parents & students tab you will find a page dedicated to resources as well.
#MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #PurpleUp #MilitaryKids Secondary: #MilitaryFamilies
#MilitaryChildren #GoRoadrunners #JDA

14 days ago, Jennyfer Arriaza
Purple Day 2026. Staff and Students are posing with their purple shirts in support of military children.
Registration for new-to-KISD students for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. Families can complete registration online by visiting www.killeenisd.org/enroll.
15 days ago, Killeen ISD
Registration for new-to-KISD students for the 2026–2027 school year opens April 6. Families can complete registration online by visiting www.killeenisd.org/enroll. Enrollment is quick and convenient online, with additional support available at campus kiosks. Students requesting a transfer must do so during the enrollment process. Required documents include proof of residency, immunization records, a birth certificate, and parent ID. With standout advanced academic programs, dual credit opportunities, career and technical pathways, and award-winning fine arts and athletics, Killeen ISD gives students more ways to succeed, and more reasons to be proud. Nearly half of KISD students are already engaged in advanced learning experiences, a reflection of the district’s commitment to excellence. For more information or assistance, families can contact their campus or visit www.killeenisd.org/enroll.
Families with children entering Pre-K 4 or Kindergarten are invited to our Roundup registration event.

Friday, April 10, 2026 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
-> On Friday, April 10, the Bell County Health Department will be on-site at Pre-K & Kinder Round-Up to provide required immunizations for students. Available vaccines include: Hep A, Rotavirus, Vaxelis (DTAP/HEP B/IPV/HIB), Hep B, TD, HIB, TDAP, HPV, Varicella, IPV, RSV, Men B, COVID, MCV4, Flu, MMR, Pediarix (DTAP/HEPA/HEPB), Prevnar, Pentacel (DTAP/IPV/HIB)

Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 8 a.m.–1 p.m.

Location: OLD Clifton Park Elementary (behind Red Lobster)
2200 Trimmier Road, Killeen
21 days ago, Killeen ISD
#ThisWeek: Families with children entering Pre-K or Kindergarten are invited to our Roundup. Come and register your child, explore interactive stations that show what a school day is like, learn school expectations, and connect with staff for enrollment help and family resources. 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. -> On Friday, April 10, the Bell County Health Department will be on-site at Pre-K & Kinder Round-Up to provide required immunizations for students. ➡️ Available vaccines include: Hep A, Rotavirus, Vaxelis (DTAP/HEP B/IPV/HIB), Hep B, TD, HIB, TDAP, HPV, Varicella, IPV, RSV, Men B, COVID, MCV4, Flu, MMR, Pediarix (DTAP/HEPA/HEPB), Prevnar, Pentacel (DTAP/IPV/HIB) April 11, 2026 | 8 a.m.–1 p.m. OLD Clifton Park Elementary (behind Red Lobster) 2200 Trimmier Road, Killeen
#ThisWeek: Families with children entering Pre-K or Kindergarten are invited to our Roundup. Come and register your child, explore interactive stations that show what a school day is like, learn school expectations, and connect with staff for enrollment help and family resources. 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. -> On Friday, April 10, the Bell County Health Department will be on-site at Pre-K & Kinder Round-Up to provide required immunizations for students. ➡️ Available vaccines include: Hep A, Rotavirus, Vaxelis (DTAP/HEP B/IPV/HIB), Hep B, TD, HIB, TDAP, HPV, Varicella, IPV, RSV, Men B, COVID, MCV4, Flu, MMR, Pediarix (DTAP/HEPA/HEPB), Prevnar, Pentacel (DTAP/IPV/HIB) April 11, 2026 | 8 a.m.–1 p.m. OLD Clifton Park Elementary (behind Red Lobster) 2200 Trimmier Road, Killeen

Registration for new-to-KISD students for the 2026–2027 school year opens April 6. Families can complete registration online by visiting www.killeenisd.org/enroll.

Enrollment is quick and convenient online, with additional support available at campus kiosks. Students requesting a transfer must do so during the enrollment process.

Required documents include proof of residency, immunization records, a birth certificate, and parent ID.

With standout advanced academic programs, dual credit opportunities, career and technical pathways, and award-winning fine arts and athletics, Killeen ISD gives students more ways to succeed, and more reasons to be proud. Nearly half of KISD students are already engaged in advanced learning experiences, a reflection of the district’s commitment to excellence.

For more information or assistance, families can contact their campus or visit www.killeenisd.org/enroll.

24 days ago, Killeen ISD
Registration for new-to-KISD students for the 2026–2027 school year opens April 6. Families can complete registration online by visiting www.killeenisd.org/enroll. Enrollment is quick and convenient online, with additional support available at campus kiosks. Students requesting a transfer must do so during the enrollment process. Required documents include proof of residency, immunization records, a birth certificate, and parent ID. With standout advanced academic programs, dual credit opportunities, career and technical pathways, and award-winning fine arts and athletics, Killeen ISD gives students more ways to succeed, and more reasons to be proud. Nearly half of KISD students are already engaged in advanced learning experiences, a reflection of the district’s commitment to excellence. For more information or assistance, families can contact their campus or visit www.killeenisd.org/enroll.

JDA is hosting a sneak peak for all incoming 5th graders from our feeder schools and any new students. This sneak peak is designed for our future roadrunners to get to know JDA culture and to see all the electives that are offered.
Event Details:

📅 Date: Thursday, April 09, 2026

⏰ Time: 5:00–6:15 PM

Doors will open at 4:45 PM

📍 Location: JDA Middle School

🚗 Parking: Back parking lot

🚪 Entrance: Door 16

🎒 Clear Bag Event

28 days ago, Jennyfer Arriaza
5th Grade Student Sneak Peak
Killeen ISD has opened 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.

Sign up early, as space may be limited.
29 days ago, Killeen ISD
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 levels: High School Theatre Camp Middle School Musical Theatre Camp Elementary Musical Theatre Camp High School Orchestra Camp Middle School Orchestra Camp Elementary Visual Art Camp Secondary Visual Art Camp Middle School Band Camp High School Band Camp High School Soprano Alto Region Prep Camp High School Tenor Bass Region Prep Camp 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.

💙❤️ Roadrunner Revue is LIVE! ❤️💙

This week at JDA, we are focused on winning the right way—through effort, integrity, and intentional impact by design!

Inside this week’s newsletter:
📘 STAAR Math practice playbooks + answer keys
💪 CKH focus on Courage
📅 Week at a Glance (events, tutorials, meetings)
🎉 Student opportunities & celebrations
🚫 Reminder: No school Friday (Good Friday)

Families—just 10–15 minutes of practice at home can make a big difference as we head into STAAR season!

👉 https://app.smore.com/n/wg8a2f

We are grateful for your partnership and proud of the growth our students are making. Together, we are building Character, Communication, and lifelong success.

#JDAFamily
#IntentionalImpactByDesign
#JourneyOfDiscoveryAndAchievement
#CapturingKidsHearts
#WeAreJDA
#RelationshipsMatter
#StrongerTogether
#Character
#CriticalThinking
#SchoolFamilyPartnership

about 1 month ago, Savannah Jimenez
Roadrunner Revue

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.

about 1 month ago, Killeen ISD
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 levels: High School Theatre Camp Middle School Musical Theatre Camp Elementary Musical Theatre Camp High School Orchestra Camp Middle School Orchestra Camp Elementary Visual Art Camp Secondary Visual Art Camp Middle School Band Camp High School Band Camp High School Soprano Alto Region Prep Camp High School Tenor Bass Region Prep Camp 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.
Killeen ISD will host a Living Well Aware Parent Meeting to provide middle school parents with an overview of the district’s Sexual Health and Child Abuse Curriculum. The virtual session, led by Dr. Patricia Sulak, will take place March 24, 2026, from 5:00–5:30 p.m. via Zoom. Parents will have the opportunity to learn about the curriculum and how it supports student safety and well-being.  

Registration is required through this link, and meeting details will be sent prior to the event. 

For more information, contact Sandra Marcussen at sandra.marcussen@killeenisd.org. 
about 1 month ago, Killeen ISD
Killeen ISD will host a Living Well Aware Parent Meeting to provide middle school parents with an overview of the district’s Sexual Health and Child Abuse Curriculum. The virtual session, led by Dr. Patricia Sulak, will take place March 24, 2026, from 5:00–5:30 p.m. via Zoom. Parents will have the opportunity to learn about the curriculum and how it supports student safety and well-being.   Registration is required through this link, and meeting details will be sent prior to the event.  For more information, contact Sandra Marcussen at sandra.marcussen@killeenisd.org. 
Congratulations Ms. Darien Partee, a dedicated paraprofessional at Liberty Hill Middle School, on earning her bachelor’s degree at 70 proof that it’s never too late to learn, grow, and reach a goal.
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!
about 2 months ago, Killeen ISD
Congratulations Ms. Darien Partee, a dedicated paraprofessional at Liberty Hill Middle School, on earning her bachelor’s degree at 70 proof that it’s never too late to learn, grow, and reach a goal. 💛 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!
Congratulations Ms. Darien Partee, a dedicated paraprofessional at Liberty Hill Middle School, on earning her bachelor’s degree at 70 proof that it’s never too late to learn, grow, and reach a goal. 💛 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!
Congratulations Ms. Darien Partee, a dedicated paraprofessional at Liberty Hill Middle School, on earning her bachelor’s degree at 70 proof that it’s never too late to learn, grow, and reach a goal. 💛 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!
🍎 Registration for the 2026–2027 school year is still open for current students. If you haven’t completed it yet, please log into Home Access Center and submit your student’s registration as soon as possible. This quick step helps campuses plan and prepare for next year. Access HAC here: www.killeenisd.org/hac

Note: New-to-KISD student registration opens April 6th.
about 2 months ago, Killeen ISD
🍎 Registration for the 2026–2027 school year is still open for current students. If you haven’t completed it yet, please log into Home Access Center and submit your student’s registration as soon as possible. This quick step helps campuses plan and prepare for next year. Access HAC here: www.killeenisd.org/hac Note: New-to-KISD student registration opens April 6th.
Registration for the 2026–2027 school year is still open for returning students. If you haven’t completed it yet, please log into Home Access Center and submit your student’s registration as soon as possible. This quick step helps campuses plan schedules and prepare for next year.

Access HAC here: www.killeenisd.org/hac

New-to-KISD student registration opens April 6, and the returning student registration window closes April 2.
about 2 months ago, Killeen ISD
Registration for the 2026–2027 school year is still open for returning students. If you haven’t completed it yet, please log into Home Access Center and submit your student’s registration as soon as possible. This quick step helps campuses plan schedules and prepare for next year. Access HAC here: www.killeenisd.org/hac New-to-KISD student registration opens April 6, and the returning student registration window closes April 2.