Published in the Greater Killeen Business Quarterly 2017 Newcomers Guide
More than 44,000 students in Killeen Independent School District (KISD) take advantage of a wide array of academic, fine arts, athletics, and other curricular and extracurricular opportunities, which help to develop their intellectual, emotional, physical, and social attributes. These learning opportunities are provided by the district, enabling students to learn to their maximum potential. Here are a few of the programs available to help high school students prepare for their future.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT
The Advanced Placement (AP) Program, sponsored by The College Board, offers advanced coursework and the opportunity to earn college credit by earning qualifying scores on AP exams. AP curriculum is created for the College Board by a panel of experts and college-level educators in that field of study. Colleges and universities may grant placement and course credit to students who obtain qualifying scores on the tests.
AVID
Students enrolled in grades 6-12 have an opportunity to engage in the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program. This program is designed to provide a greater awareness and motivation to pursue a college education. The course emphasizes organizational skills, goal setting, and time management.
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
Career and Technical Education (CTE) opportunities are offered at the KISD Career Center. The Career Center provides academic choices and opportunities through 15 high demand career clusters. Students choosing to engage in CTE courses work with advanced resources and technologies to develop skills which meet today’s industry standards. Students may take individual classes or enter a program of study which may lead to an industry certification.
DUAL CREDIT
In an effort to prepare students to work and compete in a global workforce, as well as ensure graduates are well prepared for college, Killeen ISD offers numerous dual credit opportunities. Students are provided the opportunity to engage in college course work provided through partnerships between Killeen ISD and Central Texas College.
EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL
In 2015, Killeen ISD initiated its Early College High School, providing students a pathway to graduate from high school with an Associate’s Degree. In partnership with Central Texas College and Texas A&M University-Central Texas, students begin taking dual credit courses in grades 9 and 10 before transitioning to the CTC campus for their grade 11 and 12 coursework.
PATHWAYS ACADEMIC CAMPUS
This campus provides various schedule and course options with appropriate academic and support services to enable students to stay in school, or re-enter school, and pursue personalized educational goals. Students will work at a self-paced rate while pursuing a high school diploma.
STEM
Students interested Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) can attend the STEM Academy, which emphasizes learning as it relates to real-life situations. The STEM Academy strives to promote academic leadership and responsibility among students.
TEXAS BIOSCIENCE INSTITUTE
A competitive dual credit program offered in collaboration with Temple College and Baylor Scott and White Hospital is offered through the Texas Bioscience Institute (TBI). This program provides students the opportunity to earn college hours while receiving laboratory experience at a premiere bioscience research center. Students apply for admission during the sophomore year for half-day attendance in the junior and senior years. Transportation between the high school and TBI is provided. The rigorous course of study provides coursework in preparation for students interested in careers in medicine and biotechnology. Upon successful completion, students may earn an associate degree from Temple College in addition to their high school diploma.
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