Katy ISD
Katy ISD Ensembles Shine at TMEA Finals
Director Awarded with National Recognition Katy ISD once again shines during the Texas Music Educators Association Honor Ensemble Competitions! After rounds of competitive listening, the Seven Lakes High School (SLHS) Symphony Orchestra ranked first runner-up in the Honor Full Orchestra category. This ensemble is conducted by Desiree Overree, John Mays and Sean Carlton. Other Katy ISD campuses and directors who also represented the district well included the Seven Lakes Junior High Honor Orchestra, led by Directors […]
Katy ISD Raptor Volunteer Initiative
Bringing the Katy ISD community into the classroom. For the second year, Katy ISD will require all volunteers serving on or off-campus during or after the instructional day to register with the district through its Raptor security system. This includes all KEYS mentors, business & community partners, booster club members – anyone who gives their time to Katy ISD campuses. Once registered and approved, individual volunteers can submit and track hours via their volunteer profile for […]
Kickin It, Back to School Fun Fest – Shoe and Backpack Drive
Your Total Foot Care Specialist is excited to partner with Toyota of Katy to present Kickin It, Back to School Fun Fest benefitting children who need a pair of shoes or a backpack for the start of school. “New shoes or a backpack can provide the foundation for success in numerous areas of school, whether it be with increased physical activity or self confidence in the classroom.” said Dr. James Jacobs, Medical Director of Your […]
Katy ISD Recognized Nationally for its Energy Conservation
As Katy ISD prepares to observe Energy Savings Week (July 3-7) across its 98 campuses and facilities, it has been honored with the Best in Class: Energy Efficiency Plus Health recognition from the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency. This remarkable achievement highlights efforts to maintain good air quality while efficiently conserving electricity. Across the nation, six educational institutions received the prestigious recognition, with Katy ISD being the only […]
Katy ISD Hosts Summer Operations Job Fair
Looking to work for the #1 school district in the Greater Houston Area? You’re invited to attend the Katy ISD Summer Operations Job Fair on July 13! The District is looking for passionate individuals to work in the Nutrition & Food Services, Maintenance & Operations and Transportation departments. Interested candidates should complete an application at www.katyisd.org before attending the job fair. Hard copy resumes are recommended for attendees, as well as preparation for onsite interviews. “This upcoming […]
Katy ISD Fine Arts Students Commit to Artistic Journey with Renowned Colleges
Katy ISD is proud to announce that over 200 fine arts students have committed to continuing their post-secondary education in visual and performing arts. These accomplished students began their journey in the fine arts world while enrolled in one, or various, disciplines (art, dance, music and/or theater) offered at the District. Prior to the close of the school year, fine arts signing days took place at nine Katy ISD high schools, where distinguished institutions announced […]
Katy ISD Athletes Sign with Colleges and Universities
A total of 56 Katy ISD student-athletes formally committed to their college or university of choice just before ending their senior year. Their countless hours of practice, sweat and effort were recognized during a memorable celebration in which each athlete signed a binding letter of intent for a collegiate sport. Congratulations to the following signees: Cinco Ranch High School Signees: Sofia Budnik – Girls Basketball – Eastern Connecticut State University Elizabeth Campos – Girls Soccer […]
Message from Superintendent Dr. Ken Gregorski
Dear Katy ISD Community, The 88th Texas Legislative regular session has ended with House Bill 100, the only proposal on the table that would have increased public education funding to raise teacher salaries and the Basic Allotment, having died with it. I would like to express my sincere thanks to the bill author, Representative Ken King (District 88), for his efforts to support Texas public schools. HB 100 would have given additional funding to public schools, […]
A Message from Katy ISD Superintendent, Ken Gregorski
Dear Katy ISD Staff and Community, You may recall that when the 88th Texas Legislative Session commenced this past January, our state elected officials declared that supporting school district efforts to recruit and retain highly qualified teachers would be a top priority. In fact, Governor Abbott charged the Texas Education Agency with developing a Teacher Vacancy Task Force to recommend such policy by the conclusion of the session. Right alongside that very important objective, was school […]