Killeen ISD Board Approves School Partnership The Killeen Independent School District Board of Trustees approved a partnership with Third Future Schools to operate Manor Middle School starting in the 2026–2027 school year during its regular meeting on Tuesday. The agreement outlines specific expectations for academics, operations, and governance, along with performance goals and accountability measures aimed at enhancing student outcomes. District leaders emphasized that the partnership is a proactive initiative to bolster academic performance at Manor Middle School while preserving local oversight and avoiding potential state intervention. The model allows the district to collaborate with an experienced operator while retaining responsibility for achieving results. The decision followed several months of preparation by the district and board. Trustees voted in October to pursue a partnership at Manor Middle School as part of a broader strategy to improve student outcomes. In the fall, the district launched a Call for Quality Schools initiative to identify a potential partner, and Third Future Schools submitted an application through that process. District staff evaluated the application and provided a recommendation before presenting it to the board for consideration. Manor Middle School will remain a Killeen ISD school. In addition to current students, all Killeen ISD middle school students will have the opportunity to request a transfer to attend Manor, contingent on available capacity. The school will also operate on a distinct academic calendar and daily bell schedule, with additional details to be shared in the coming weeks.#third_future_schools #manor_middle_school #killeen_isd #sugar_loaf_elementary #clifton_park_elementary
