As we prepare to welcome the 2025–2026 school year, I am filled with pride and gratitude for our incredible progress together. This past year, we saw our mission come to life through the achievements of our students and the unwavering commitment of our educators, families, and community partners.
Our motto: "Big City Education. Small Town Values," continues to define who we are and where we're going. In 2024–2025, Kaufman ISD reached new heights:
100% Graduation Rate for the Class of 2025, with more than 380 students crossing the stage.
98.6% of seniors met College, Career, and/or Military Readiness standards, setting them on a clear path to future success.
Our students earned dozens of Superior and Excellent ratings in Fine Arts, showcasing their talent and discipline.
13 of our 17 athletic teams made it to the postseason, with district championships in Cross Country, Tennis, and Golf (the latter winning for the third consecutive year).
We had state qualifiers in Girls Cross Country and Powerlifting, and our students placed 4th in the State 5A UIL Competition.
These accomplishments reflect more than numbers—they represent our community's deep commitment to Excellence, Service, and Integrity. Our students continue to make us proud in the classroom, on stage, or on the field.
In 2024, we also celebrated moments that reminded us of what makes Kaufman ISD special. Over 1,000 community members came together at the Homecoming Community Pep Rally, and over 1,000 attended our Lions Family Fiesta, an event filled with food, fun, and meaningful connections between families, schools, and local partners.
Thanks to the support of our community, we have already completed many of the safety and security upgrades across the district, creating safer environments for students and staff. We are also excited to be breaking ground on two major projects in the fall: a new middle school, which will address the needs of our fast-growing student population, and a new Agricultural Barn, which will provide students in our agricultural programs with the appropriate space and facilities to thrive.
Looking ahead, we are beginning the planning and design phase for expansion work at Helen Edwards Early Childhood Center, ensuring we continue meeting the needs of our youngest learners. The Phillips Elementary expansion is also part of our long-range vision. This future project will focus on renovating and updating the existing facility to accommodate projected enrollment growth better and provide modern learning spaces that reflect our continued commitment to meeting the needs of our students today and in the years ahead.
As always, our incredible teachers are at the heart of this success. Their commitment, creativity, and resilience drive the culture of care and high expectations that set Kaufman ISD apart. I'm thankful for their continued passion and professionalism as we enter a new school year filled with opportunity and growth.
To our students: You are the reason we serve! To our families: Thank you for walking alongside us in support and trust. And to our entire Kaufman community: Your belief in public education fuels our progress. Together, we are preparing students for the future and shaping it.
It's a great day to be a LION!
Dr. Joshua Garcia
Superintendent of Schools
Kaufman ISD
972-932-2622
