See you at 8 am in the Cafeteria. Here is the rotation schedule for the morning.
After lunch, we will meet in the library at 1:15 to discuss the afternoon.
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Kaufman High School Update – First Week Success! 🦁✨
We’ve had an incredible start to the school year—it’s truly been a joy to have our students back on campus!
First Friday
Today, we kicked off our First Friday, reviewing all things Kaufman High School with our students. We wrapped up the day with our required safety drills so we’re fully prepared for a fantastic year of learning and growth.
Cell Phones
Our students have been doing an outstanding job following our cell phone expectations! Please continue to encourage them to keep their phones turned off and stored in their backpacks during the school day. Your partnership makes a big difference—thank you!
Dress Code
We also revisited the dress code with all students today. A quick reminder: please help us ensure students are dressed appropriately for school so they can focus on learning and success.
Accountability Ratings
The 2024–2025 ratings were released today, and Kaufman High School has once again earned an A rating, with distinctions in:
Academic Achievement in Social Studies
Academic Achievement in Math
Top 25% Comparative Academic Growth
Postsecondary Readiness
Top 25% Comparative Closing the Gaps
Additionally, the 2023–2024 ratings were recently announced, and we were also an A-rated campus, earning distinctions in:
Academic Achievement in Reading/Language Arts
Academic Achievement in Science
Academic Achievement in Social Studies
Top 25% Comparative Academic Growth
Postsecondary Readiness
Top 25% Comparative Closing the Gaps
Rest up over the weekend, and we’ll see everyone Monday, ready to dive into learning!
It’s a GREAT year to be a Lion! 🖤💛
We’re kicking off today with class meetings to connect with our students and review our campus expectations for a successful year. This afternoon, we’ll run through all of our required safety drills for the semester—making sure our Lions are prepared for anything—so that on Monday, we can dive straight into great teaching and learning!
It’s a GREAT day to be a Lion! 🖤💛
Welcome to the first day of the 2025–2026 school year at Kaufman High School! Our staff is excited to see our returning Lions and welcome those joining us for the first time. Today marks the beginning of a year filled with new opportunities for learning, growth, and achievement.
Class Schedules and First Period
When students arrive, first-period class rosters will be posted in several locations throughout the school. Students should check the lists to find their first-period room. During first period, teachers will provide each student with a paper copy of their full eight-period schedule and review important first-day information.
We’re Here for You
Our teachers, counselors, paraprofessionals, and administrators are here to support students every step of the way. If you have any questions, concerns, or needs, please do not hesitate to reach out to our office.
Let’s make 2025–2026 our best year yet. We can’t wait to see the amazing things our students will accomplish.
Go Lions!
Sincerely,
Dr. Matthew Nichols
Principal
Kaufman High School
