Kennedale ISD

Kennedale ISD Kennedale Independent School District serves over 2,800 PreK-12th grade students in the DFW area.

05/29/2026

🎥 Introducing KISD Board Buzz, a new way to stay connected and informed about what’s happening in Kennedale ISD!

Each month following our Board Meeting, members of the KISD Board of Trustees will share a quick recap of important discussions, highlights, and district updates with our community.

For our very first Board Buzz, hear from Board President Sean Glovier and Board Secretary Debbie Villagomez as they recap this month’s meeting and share key takeaways.🐾

School is out and brains will be in motion this summer! STEM Camp students will be building, experimenting, and having a...
05/27/2026

School is out and brains will be in motion this summer! STEM Camp students will be building, experimenting, and having a blast while learning new skills. KISD's Camp Invention only has 15 spots left!

Who: Students entering 2nd and 3rd grade for the 26-27 school year
Location: Delaney Elementary
Hours: 8am - 12:00pm
Dates: June 16-19 and 23-26
Cost: $25 registration fee
More information: Call 817.563.8065 or email [email protected]

We look forward to a summer full of fun and learning!🌟

On Tuesday, we had the privilege of swearing in Darryl Owens as he officially took the oath of office to continue servin...
05/27/2026

On Tuesday, we had the privilege of swearing in Darryl Owens as he officially took the oath of office to continue serving on the Kennedale ISD School Board!

Mr. Owens has been a dedicated member of the KISD Board since 2020 and looks forward to continuing to serve the Kennedale community. Outside of his board service, he owns and operates a training and development company. His family also has strong ties to KISD. His wife, Mrs. Owens, teaches at KJHS, and both of their daughters are proud Kennedale High School graduates.🎓

Thank you, Mr. Owens, for your continued leadership and commitment to our district! 🐾

05/27/2026

Every child deserves a good meal this summer. 🌻

Through the Seamless Summer program, Kennedale Food Services is serving FREE breakfast and lunch to all community kids ages 18 and under at Delaney — starting June 2!

Here's what you need to know:
📍 Location: Delaney campus
📆 Dates: June 2 – June 26
🗓 Days: Tuesday – Friday
🍽 Breakfast: 7:30–8:30 AM | Lunch: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM

Meals must be enjoyed on campus—so come by, grab a meal, and connect with friends!

Help us spread the word — share this with a neighbor, a parent, a friend. 🤝

https://squaremeals.org/Programs/Summer-Meal-Programs/Resources

Check out the Menu here:https://docaccess.com/docs/9b67ef3c327b9cf9bfaf88cd1270b35a/2026-Summer-Meals-002.pdf

On Friday, Kennedale ISD hosted its annual End-of-Year Service Awards and Retirement Celebration, recognizing the incred...
05/26/2026

On Friday, Kennedale ISD hosted its annual End-of-Year Service Awards and Retirement Celebration, recognizing the incredible dedication of our Wildcats across every campus and department.

🌟 Teacher of the Year
Kennedale High School – Christie Vick
Kennedale Junior High School – Emma Powell
Patterson Elementary – Angela Hamilton
James F. Delaney Elementary – Melissa Gerik
James A. Arthur Early Childhood Center – Amanda Ho**er

🌟 Paraprofessional of the Year
Kennedale High School – Wendy Gibbs
Kennedale Junior High School – Donna Brown
Patterson Elementary – Kamryn Crow
Delaney Elementary – Cathy Nevans
Arthur ECC – Ingrid Roberts

🌟 Auxiliary Staff Member of the Year
Kennedale High School – JD Dimanche
Kennedale Junior High School – Margarita Guzman
Patterson Elementary – Tanya Rodriguez
Delaney Elementary – Claudia Gonzalez
Arthur ECC – Claudia Morelos

🌟 Administrator of the Year
Kennedale High School – Sara Humphrey
Kennedale Junior High School – Catholene Buckles
Patterson Elementary – Cari Clark
Delaney Elementary – Nanette Tate
Arthur ECC – Jordan Hryekewicz

🌟 Central Office Staff Members of the Year
Administrative Staff – Andrea Volding
Professional Staff – Dr. Toya Keas
Support Staff – Heather Gulseth
On-Campus Support Staff – Kelly Soncrant
Auxiliary Staff – Guy White

🏆 A special congratulations to Angela Hamilton and Christie Vick! They were recognized during the ceremony as the KISD Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year and will go on to represent KISD during the Region 11 Teacher of the Year Program.

Dr. Gee also recognized more than 30 staff members with Make a Difference Awards, honoring those who were consistently highlighted during campus visits for their impact and dedication.⭐️

Brandy King, Director of HR, presented 8 Perfect Attendance Awards to staff members who maintained outstanding attendance throughout the year.🎉

We also honored 48 Wildcats for their years of service with KISD – celebrating milestones of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, and even 35 years! Together, these dedicated team members have contributed a combined total of 540 years of service. A special shout-out to Coach Richard Barrett who marked an incredible 35 years with the district!

Finally, we honored six retirees who together represent 120 years of dedication to education: Lisa Walsh, Mark McNutt, Chris Wilson, Manny Medina, Shelley Sherman, and Amy Johnson (not pictured). Thank you for your lasting impact on our students and schools. 📚

We are deeply grateful for every single person at KISD and all that they do to support our students each day.

Wishing all of our Wildcats a safe, restful, and well-deserved summer! ☀️

A chapter closes, and a new one begins. 🎓On Friday, we celebrated the hard work, determination, and accomplishments of t...
05/26/2026

A chapter closes, and a new one begins. 🎓

On Friday, we celebrated the hard work, determination, and accomplishments of the Kennedale ISD Class of 2026 as they crossed the stage and officially became graduates. We can’t wait to see where their journey takes them next!

Once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat. 💚🐾

Drop your favorite graduation photos in the comments below! 📸

At the May School Board Meeting, we had the honor of swearing in Maria Cruz-Perez as she officially took her oath of off...
05/22/2026

At the May School Board Meeting, we had the honor of swearing in Maria Cruz-Perez as she officially took her oath of office to serve on the Kennedale ISD School Board!

Mrs. Cruz-Perez previously served on the KISD Board from 2022–2025, and she is excited to be back on the Board. Professionally, she works as an English/Spanish interpreter within the court system and brings valuable experience and perspective to our district.

She is also a proud KISD parent with two children currently attending Kennedale ISD schools. We look forward to her continued service and commitment to our students, staff, and community!🐾

At the May School Board Meeting, we took time to recognize and thank Felicia Moody for her six years of dedicated servic...
05/22/2026

At the May School Board Meeting, we took time to recognize and thank Felicia Moody for her six years of dedicated service on the Kennedale ISD School Board.

Serving on a school board requires countless hours, thoughtful leadership, and a deep commitment to students, staff, and the community. Throughout her time on the board, Felicia has faithfully served Kennedale ISD and helped support the continued growth and success of our schools.

We are grateful for the time, care, and leadership she has given to our district over the past six years. Thank you, Felicia Moody, for your service to Kennedale ISD and our Wildcat community!🌟

At the May School Board Meeting, we had the honor of recognizing the KHS Archery program and Coach Andrew Kupka for a ve...
05/22/2026

At the May School Board Meeting, we had the honor of recognizing the KHS Archery program and Coach Andrew Kupka for a very successful season.🏹

In his first year leading the program, Coach Kupka helped guide the team to the State competition for the first time in three years!

Emma Easley finished as the team’s highest-scoring archer, with Fowler Abercrombie earning the second-highest score. We are incredibly proud of all of these students for their hard work, dedication, and success this season.

We are excited to see the continued growth and future success of the KHS Archery program!⭐️

At the May School Board Meeting, we had the honor of recognizing several outstanding KJHS students for their exceptional...
05/22/2026

At the May School Board Meeting, we had the honor of recognizing several outstanding KJHS students for their exceptional PSAT 8/9 performance.

A total of 21 students participated in the exam, and 8 students earned scores placing them in the top 10% nationwide. Among those students were two 7th graders, with the remaining students in 8th grade. Two of the 8th grade students scored in the 98th percentile nationally!🎉

We are incredibly proud of these students for their hard work and academic achievement, and we look forward to seeing all they continue to accomplish in the future.

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