JDA Middle School

JDA 7th & 8th Grade Girls Volleyball Tryouts

Tryouts are August 18–20 from 4:00–6:00 PM in the JDA Gym.

Before tryouts, athletes must:
- Have a current physical on file
- Complete all Rank One UIL forms
- Bring water and a healthy snack

Need a physical? KISD is offering FREE athletic physicals on Wednesday, August 12 at 5:30 PM at Eastern Hills Middle School.

🚨 Update (8/5/26): : Students are now permitted to bring a thermos 4" x 6" or smaller containing their lunch from home. www.killeenisd.org/scoc

Teachers Return to Campus, Prep for Students

Teachers Return to Campus, Prep for Students The unstoppable rising tide of a new school year is easing ever forward, soon to overflow with tens...

📚 School starts soon, and there's still time to enroll!

New to Killeen ISD? Student registration for the 2026-2027 school year is open. Our team is here to help you get ready for the first day.

Start today: www.killeenisd.org/enroll

🎉 Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year, JDA Families!

If you received our welcome email, your middle school student is currently zoned to attend JDA.

Everything needed to prepare for school is available at:

🔗 www.killeenisd.org/backtoschool

There, families can find:

✅ Supply lists and registration information
✅ Free and reduced-price meal applications
✅ SMART Tag and bus information
✅ The updated Student Code of Conduct
✅ Important readiness dates and additional resources

🎒 New this year: Students may carry their clear or mesh backpacks to class. Academic hallway lockers will not be used.

🔒 Students in PE, Athletics, Orchestra, or Band will need a lock for locker-room or band-hall lockers.

🏃 Athletes must have a current physical on file before participating.

🍽️ Breakfast and supper are free for all students. Lunch is $3 unless a student qualifies for free or reduced-price meals. We encourage every family to submit a meal application.

📅 Runner Camp: Tuesday, August 11
Open to all sixth graders and students new to JDA. Families should attend the complete session assigned by last name. Runner Camp is not come and go.

🏫 Open House: September 14, 4:30–6:30 p.m.

Please download the Killeen ISD mobile app for important updates and access to Rooms. Families who unsubscribed from district texts may text START to 98900 from the number listed in their student’s registration.

📧 Please refer to your email for full details.

Questions or feedback:
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/9TiHjsrAbB

📚 Before the first day of school, take a few minutes to review the 2026-2027 Killeen ISD Student Code of Conduct.

The Student Code of Conduct includes important reminders about:
✅ Dress code expectations
✅ Personal communication devices
✅ Clear or mesh backpack requirements
✅ Water bottle guidelines
✅ Other student expectations for the school year

Reviewing the Student Code of Conduct before shopping or the first day can help ensure your student is ready for a successful start to the school year.

📅 Manor Middle School students begin classes Tuesday, Aug. 4. All other Killeen ISD students return Monday, Aug. 17.

Read the full Student Code of Conduct: www.killeenisd.org/news

JDA Leadership has arrived! This week we are engaging in district learning and collaboration as we prepare for the 26-27 school year!

🎶 Attention Returning 7th & 8th Grade JDA Band Members! 🎶

Join us for Band Camp as we get ready for an amazing school year!

Dates: Wednesday & Thursday, July 29–30
Time: 9:15 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: JDA Middle School Band Hall
Enter through Door 30

Please sign up by scanning the QR code located in the pictures attached to this post.

We can't wait to see everyone and kick off another great year of music. See you there, Roadrunners!

Learning never stops! Here are some of our Roadrunners at the AVID Summer Institute in Dallas! Getting hyped up for general session!

We’re expanding! We are nearly doubling staff and gaining another 400 students. We will finally be able to use all three instructional halls! Come join our growing staff!