21-05-2025
Killeen ISD seeks community input in long range planning
Killeen, Tx (FOX 44) – Killeen ISD is inviting parents, students, staff and community members to serve on the Long-Range Facilities Planning Committee.
Such committees are used to look at what the district now has, projections of growth, projections of future needs and to determine when new construction might be needed. Many districts use such committees to gauge community reaction to potential bond issues and to help design the to be most acceptable.
The district is now accepting interest forms from individuals who are committed to supporting student success through informed planning and community collaboration.
The announcement said this particular committee would help in evaluating existing school facilities, identifying long-term needs and developing recommendations that align with the district's educational mission and community values.
'Our goal is to develop a data-driven, community-informed plan that aligns with educational priorities, fiscal responsibility and future growth,' said Adam Rich, Assistant Superintendent for Facilities Services. 'We want to ensure our district facilities support equitable access to quality instructional programs and meet both current and future student enrollment needs.'
The committee will participate in seven in-person evening meetings between July 2025 and January 2026. Each session will build upon the previous one, making consistent attendance important. Meetings will be held at various KISD campuses to give participants firsthand insight into the condition and functionality of school facilities.
Meeting Dates:
July 9
Sept. 3
Oct. 28
Nov. 12
Dec. 3
Dec. 18
Jan. 15
All meetings will begin around 6 p.m. Final times and campus locations will be shared with selected participants in advance. Community members can learn more and submit an interest form by June 23, 2025.
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