Team Kyle Academy

Team Kyle Academy is a seven-week civic education and engagement program designed to connect residents with the City of Kyle and the services that support our community. The academy offers participants an inside look at how local government works and how decisions are made that shape Kyle’s growth and quality of life.

Throughout the program, residents learn about the planning and development of new neighborhoods, parks, and infrastructure; public safety operations and emergency response protocols; and the financial systems that fund city services.

Team Kyle Academy encourages informed participation, transparency, and civic pride, helping residents become more engaged and connected while fostering a stronger, public service–focused community.

Vision Statement: A connected community of informed citizens, sharing the City of Kyle’s passion for public service and engagement.
Mission Statement: To foster public involvement with the City through education and inclusion, in order to establish an open and trusting relationship; while sharing the City’s goals for the future.

2026 Class Dates

Applications will open Monday, February 23, 2026, and will be open until Monday, March 23, 2026, or until the class is filled (Classes are limited to 30 participants).
Classes will be held on Thursdays starting at 6 p.m. from Thursday, April 2, 2026, through Thursday, May 14, 2026, at city buildings including Kyle City Hall, the Public Works Building, Public Safety Center and Kyle Public Library.
The Graduation Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, City Council Meeting starting at 7 p.m.

Participants Requirements

To participate in Team Kyle Academy, all participants:

Must live within Kyle City Limits
Must be 18 years or older
Must have no current civil or criminal litigation with the City of Kyle or any employees or officials
Must not be running for office

Qualified Applicants are chosen on a first-come, first-served basis. Any applicants not chosen are put on a waiting list for future classes.

Participant Expectations

Participants may miss no more than one class. If more than one class is missed, one absence may be made up by earning an additional Field Day credit, pending approval.
The Academy requires 3 Field Day credits, which consist of attending in-person City of Kyle programs and events. These experiences are designed to give participants a better understanding of city services and operations.
Classes will be held at various locations throughout the city and will include a range of activities. Participants should notify organizers in advance of any ADA accommodations needed to fully participate.
Dinner will be provided at each class, participants must notify organizers of any dietary restrictions they may have.
All participants are required to sign a liability waiver prior to taking part in the Academy.