The 7th grade Grizzly volleyball team took on the Rancier K-Roos Thursday night. The B team played with heart and hustle but lost in two sets: 21- 25 and 24-26. The Grizzlies showed improvement in this match and worked together. The Grizzlies had some good plays at the net. Top server of the match was Jaziel Cerda with nine points. Isabella Schilling scored two. Elizabeth Fields and Andrine Torgeson each added one point. Defensive players were Alex White and Lily Anna Godrey.
The A team competed against the K-Roos with determination and awesome attitude soundly defeating them in two sets: 25-18 and 25-5. The A team displayed terrific teamwork, awesome hustle, and had some spikes and tips at the net. Top server of the match was Kaileiya Whitesides with 11 points. Kaliyah Shields served eight points. Nathalia Pagan added five points. Zariyah Ketter scored four points. Other servers scoring one point apiece were Adalyn Tucker-Bland, Chi Robinson, and Olaya Robinson. Defensive players were Savanna Mantanona, Chi Robinson and Olaya Robinson.
Coach Wilson is very proud of you all and how you continue to improve. You played great volleyball last night. Keep up your hard work and great attitudes.
The A team competed against the K-Roos with determination and awesome attitude soundly defeating them in two sets: 25-18 and 25-5. The A team displayed terrific teamwork, awesome hustle, and had some spikes and tips at the net. Top server of the match was Kaileiya Whitesides with 11 points. Kaliyah Shields served eight points. Nathalia Pagan added five points. Zariyah Ketter scored four points. Other servers scoring one point apiece were Adalyn Tucker-Bland, Chi Robinson, and Olaya Robinson. Defensive players were Savanna Mantanona, Chi Robinson and Olaya Robinson.
Coach Wilson is very proud of you all and how you continue to improve. You played great volleyball last night. Keep up your hard work and great attitudes.
National Grandparents Day is October 13th but we are celebrating early on Friday, September 11th.
Grandparents are invited to have lunch with their grandchild. You can bring lunch to share or bring cash to purchase meals in the cafeteria.
Don't forget to bring your ID to sign in.
Grandparents are invited to have lunch with their grandchild. You can bring lunch to share or bring cash to purchase meals in the cafeteria.
Don't forget to bring your ID to sign in.
Support Union Grove Middle School AVID and Golden Belles' Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser.
This ends September 15th at 12 pm.
Every purchase on the AVID shop helps fund field trips and other learning experiences for AVID students.
Every purchase on the Golden Belles shop helps to fund the team's needs as they prepare for a busy competition season.
If you have not had Double Good’s popcorn before, you are in for a treat! All flavors are delicious and ship directly to you.
This fundraiser only lasts one week, so make sure you place your order today.
If you are unable to order at this time, please share this post/link with your friends so that they can give support to these amazing programs at UGMS.
Mrs. Moorman and Coach Wilkerson thank you for all your support!
AVID Shop
https://popup.doublegood.com/s/bb5030du
Golden Belles Shop
https://popup.doublegood.com/s/e7ez7q90
This ends September 15th at 12 pm.
Every purchase on the AVID shop helps fund field trips and other learning experiences for AVID students.
Every purchase on the Golden Belles shop helps to fund the team's needs as they prepare for a busy competition season.
If you have not had Double Good’s popcorn before, you are in for a treat! All flavors are delicious and ship directly to you.
This fundraiser only lasts one week, so make sure you place your order today.
If you are unable to order at this time, please share this post/link with your friends so that they can give support to these amazing programs at UGMS.
Mrs. Moorman and Coach Wilkerson thank you for all your support!
AVID Shop
https://popup.doublegood.com/s/bb5030du
Golden Belles Shop
https://popup.doublegood.com/s/e7ez7q90
Every Friday, parents and guardians who are currently serving or have served in the military are invited to have lunch with their child.
Bring lunch to share with the student or bring cash to purchase meals in the cafeteria.
Each military guest will receive a small gift of our appreciation. Thank you for serving our country.
Don't forget to bring your ID to sign in.
Bring lunch to share with the student or bring cash to purchase meals in the cafeteria.
Each military guest will receive a small gift of our appreciation. Thank you for serving our country.
Don't forget to bring your ID to sign in.
Parents and guardians, this one is for you! 💛
Come connect, learn, and grow alongside other Killeen ISD families through our Parents as Partners program. A parent empowerment series designed to strengthen the connection between home and school.
Build new skills, share experiences, and walk away feeling more connected to your child.
Your seat is waiting, RSVP TODAY at: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/KghfQq4a3d
For more information please call the Killeen ISD Parent & Family Engagement Office at 254-336-0211/0208.
#weAREKISD
Union Grove is looking for parents to participate in our LPAC (Language Proficiency Assessment Committee).
The LPAC parent representative is mandatory by the state to advocate for EB students to make sure the students receive the appropriate services for their needs. The parent representative is the voice for the students.
An EB student or Emergent Bilingual student, is a child whose primary language at home is not English and who is learning English while studying regular school.
Contact January Rodgers at January.Rodgers@killeenisd.org or through Rooms or Joanna Barraza at Joanna.barraza@killeenisd.org or through the front office.
Thank you for your support for contributing to our students' success!
The LPAC parent representative is mandatory by the state to advocate for EB students to make sure the students receive the appropriate services for their needs. The parent representative is the voice for the students.
An EB student or Emergent Bilingual student, is a child whose primary language at home is not English and who is learning English while studying regular school.
Contact January Rodgers at January.Rodgers@killeenisd.org or through Rooms or Joanna Barraza at Joanna.barraza@killeenisd.org or through the front office.
Thank you for your support for contributing to our students' success!
Our Parent Liaison, Jennise Ventura, attended a workshop that caters to our KISD parents.
In her sessions, she will lead parents with the tools to enhance their parenting skills. The sessions are designed to be interactive, creating safe space for hands-on learning and meaningful conversations among parents. Sometimes the best insights come from another parent in the room. "Parents will leave these workshops empowered and excited to help their children and better their relationships within the family." Mrs. Ventura stated.
See article and lots of photos: https://www.killeenisd.org/article/3121162 (Mrs. Ventura is a burgundy top with cream pants.)
To sign up for the free program: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tKfnmW0YZs
For questions, please reach out to Mrs. Ventura at Jennise.Colinventura@killeenisd.org or call 254-336-6580.
In her sessions, she will lead parents with the tools to enhance their parenting skills. The sessions are designed to be interactive, creating safe space for hands-on learning and meaningful conversations among parents. Sometimes the best insights come from another parent in the room. "Parents will leave these workshops empowered and excited to help their children and better their relationships within the family." Mrs. Ventura stated.
See article and lots of photos: https://www.killeenisd.org/article/3121162 (Mrs. Ventura is a burgundy top with cream pants.)
To sign up for the free program: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tKfnmW0YZs
For questions, please reach out to Mrs. Ventura at Jennise.Colinventura@killeenisd.org or call 254-336-6580.
Union Grove Middle School is looking for volunteers that have expertise, knowledge and skills that could benefit students and parents. These special volunteers can help with events and elevate the classroom learning experience ( such as Career Day, guest speaker, etc.).
Right now, we are looking for volunteers to help plan and share insights for our Hispanic Heritage Month. We are also looking for ideas and those with problem solving skills. Be part of our elite team of volunteers!
Go to the KISD website, under "Parents & Students", under "Quick Links", under "Volunteer Application". Please wait 72 hours for the volunteer coordinator to reach out to you.
Any questions, please contact Jennise Ventura at Jennise.Colinventura@killeenisd.org.
Right now, we are looking for volunteers to help plan and share insights for our Hispanic Heritage Month. We are also looking for ideas and those with problem solving skills. Be part of our elite team of volunteers!
Go to the KISD website, under "Parents & Students", under "Quick Links", under "Volunteer Application". Please wait 72 hours for the volunteer coordinator to reach out to you.
Any questions, please contact Jennise Ventura at Jennise.Colinventura@killeenisd.org.
Keeping students lifted takes all of us and TOGETHER we achieve more!
Here at Killeen ISD, parent liaisons and parents put teamwork into action during our Parents as Partners workshop, where a simple balloon activity delivered a powerful message: student success is supported by many hands. Our Parents as Partners workshops are kicking off this fall, and we’d love for YOU to be part of it!
Come connect, learn, share and discover resources to help your family and your student thrive. #weAREKISD 💛
Learn more: www.killeenisd.org/pfce
Read the story: https://www.killeenisd.org/article/3121162
Check out more photos: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD4ouU
Tomorrow from 5pm - 8pm, our UGMS Golden Belles, will be at Sonic on Rosewood, for Spirit Night! Help them raise money by purchasing delicious burgers and half priced shakes! All funds will help with uniforms and travel expenses.
National Grandparents Day is October 13th but we are celebrating early on Friday, September 11th.
Grandparents are invited to have lunch with their grandchild. You can bring lunch to share or bring cash to purchase meals in the cafeteria.
Don't forget to bring your ID to sign in.
Grandparents are invited to have lunch with their grandchild. You can bring lunch to share or bring cash to purchase meals in the cafeteria.
Don't forget to bring your ID to sign in.
Every Friday, parents and guardians who are currently serving or have served in the military are invited to have lunch with their child.
Bring lunch to share with the student or bring cash to purchase meals in the cafeteria.
Each military guest will receive a small gift of our appreciation. Thank you for serving our country.
Don't forget to bring your ID to sign in.
Bring lunch to share with the student or bring cash to purchase meals in the cafeteria.
Each military guest will receive a small gift of our appreciation. Thank you for serving our country.
Don't forget to bring your ID to sign in.
It takes a village to raise our kids. This programs heightens and strengthens your relationships with your children.
Every parent, grandparent, aunts, uncles and other relatives have different ways to guide their child. These sessions lead to empower them and make our abilities stronger and easier.
This is also about sharing the highs and lows of being a parent or guardian and coming up with solutions.
This is a safe space for adults.
Free to attend. Sign up and be part of the great changes ahead.
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tKfnmW0YZs
Every parent, grandparent, aunts, uncles and other relatives have different ways to guide their child. These sessions lead to empower them and make our abilities stronger and easier.
This is also about sharing the highs and lows of being a parent or guardian and coming up with solutions.
This is a safe space for adults.
Free to attend. Sign up and be part of the great changes ahead.
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tKfnmW0YZs
TOMORROW is the LAST DAY to purchase a UGMS Volleyball Spirit Shirt!
Kids and Adult shirts are available.
Store closes September 4th.
https://gogandy.com/union-grove-volleyball
Kids and Adult shirts are available.
Store closes September 4th.
https://gogandy.com/union-grove-volleyball
Tomorrow is the LAST DAY to purchase the UGMS Football spirit shirts! Get them before they close!
https://gogandy.com/union-gfs26
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Tomgenovich at Caleb.Tomgenovich@killeenisd.org.
https://gogandy.com/union-gfs26
If you have any questions, please contact Coach Tomgenovich at Caleb.Tomgenovich@killeenisd.org.
One of our Community Partners, Mon'Amie Caribbean Ice, stopped by and gave us a check to support our Grizzlies.
Mr. Hess received the donation from Mrs. Brenda Cooper, owner of the delicious iced treats.
Thank you Mon'Amie CAribbean Ice for supporting our campus and our students!
Mr. Hess received the donation from Mrs. Brenda Cooper, owner of the delicious iced treats.
Thank you Mon'Amie CAribbean Ice for supporting our campus and our students!
There is one designated drop off and pick up area for parents & guardians to use for their children.
For the safety of our students, volunteers and staff, please do not use the parking lots, including the front and bus & faculty parking areas, to drop off or pick up your children.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call 254-336-6580 or stop by the front office. Safety is our number one priority.
For the safety of our students, volunteers and staff, please do not use the parking lots, including the front and bus & faculty parking areas, to drop off or pick up your children.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call 254-336-6580 or stop by the front office. Safety is our number one priority.
On Wednesday, September 9th, from 5pm - 8pm, our UGMS Golden Belles, will be at Sonic on Rosewood, for Spirit Night! Help them raise money by purchasing delicious burgers and half priced shakes! All funds will help with uniforms and travel expenses.
⭐ We’re proud to be a Purple Star Campus! ⭐ Our school has earned the prestigious Purple Star Campus Designation from the Texas Education Agency, recognizing our commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. We’re honored to be one of the Killeen ISD schools with this distinction!
🎳 Strike up some success this fall! Killeen ISD Special Olympics Bowling is gearing up for the 2026 season. Practices begin Monday, Sept. 14, at Killeen Bowlerama and are held each Monday from 5-6 p.m. through the season.
The team will compete at the Special Olympics Bowling Meet on Friday, Nov. 13, in Waco.
View the full practice schedule and meet information below. We will share sign up info soon, stay tuned! www.killeenisd.org/sokisd
