KSD140 Connection

As we head into Spring Break, I wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a safe, restful, and rejuvenating week. This is a well-deserved opportunity to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

When we return, we'll be in the home stretch of the school year, with many exciting opportunities ahead. I hope you come back refreshed and ready to finish strong. Enjoy your break!

Sincerely,

Dr. Dan Callaghan

Superintendent

We’re excited to share the 2025-26 School Year Calendar with our families! Please note some key changes to our traditional schedule due to the tentative renovations planned for Summer 2026. These adjustments will help ensure that important facility updates can be completed efficiently while minimizing disruptions to student learning.

Key dates for the upcoming school year include:

• The 2025-26 School Year begins with a Teacher Institute Day on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
• The first day of student attendance for all grades is Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
• Winter Break will begin at the close of school on Friday, December 19, 2025 (Half-Day). Teachers will return for an Institute Day on Monday, January 5, 2026. Students will return on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
• Spring Break will begin at the close of school on Thursday, March 19, 2026. Classes will resume on Monday, March 30, 2026.
• If no emergency days are used, the last student attendance day will be a Half-Day on Friday, May 22, 2026.

As always, we appreciate your support and flexibility as we plan for the future of our schools!

If you haven’t already, please take a few minutes to complete the Illinois 5Essentials Parent Survey. Your feedback is critical in identifying our district’s strengths, targeting areas for improvement, and guiding future planning at both the school and district levels.

We must reach at least a 20% parent response rate for our results to be reported. Your input matters, and we want to hear from as many families as possible.

Thank you for your time and support in making D140 the best it can be for our students!

Early Childhood/Preschool (EC/P), Kindergarten, and returning student registration for the 2025-26 school year opens on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Families who register their students and pay their fees or set up a payment plan through the Business Office (708-342-5513) by Wednesday, April 30, 2025, will receive an early registration discount.

If you have any questions, please call your school office for assistance or visit ksd140.org/registration for detailed information, including fees, health forms, busing, residency verification, and step-by-step directions for registering your student.

D140 middle schools will offer Summer Sports Camps for students who will be in grades 5 - 8 during the 2025-26 school year. The $35.00 registration fee includes instruction and a camp t-shirt. Please click the links below to view registration information, camp dates, times, and school-specific locations.

• Grissom Middle School Summer Sports Camps
• Prairie View Middle School Summer Sports Camps

At the March Board of Education meeting, several students and staff members were recognized for their outstanding achievements. Their hard work, dedication, and contributions to our school community continue to inspire us all.

The Board of Education recognized members of the Prairie View 6/7th grade girls' volleyball team for their outstanding season. The team showcased outstanding skill, sportsmanship, and teamwork, finishing with a 15-4 record and capturing both the SWIC South Division and Tournament Championship.

Coached by William Cornfield, the Prairie View Eagles roster includes: Tessa B., Mackenzie G., Brooke S., Sadie L., Liliana S., Grace M., Julianna W., Sydney B., Noelle L., Journei T., Gianna M., and Audrey D.

Mackenzie G. and Audrey D. made the SWIC All-Conference Team, and Mackenzie G. was awarded the tournament MVP.

Way to go, Eagles!

The Board also recognized the D140 Polar Plunge team. Led by educators Kristy Peacock, Chrisie DeCarlo, Ashley Krizik, and committee members Angela Zakes, Megan Dignan, Cassidy Campbell, and Joanna Boblak, D140’s eighty-three participants raised more than $51,000 for Special Olympics Illinois.

The team earned top honors for individual and team contributions and was celebrated for surpassing $250,000 in Polar Plunge fundraising over the history of the district’s participation in the event.

The Board of Education proudly recognized bus driver Chuck Mangialardi and paraeducator Mary Jean Gramont for their swift and compassionate response to a student experiencing a medical issue. Following district protocols, they acted immediately, ensuring the student received prompt attention while waiting for paramedics to arrive. Their quick thinking and dedication exemplify the care and commitment we value in our school community. Thank you for putting student safety first!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Safe Kids: A Parent’s Guide to Digital and Real-World Risks on March 19 at Grissom Middle School. Officers from the Tinley Park Police Department shared important insights on online safety, substance prevention, and juvenile law. Awareness and teamwork are key to keeping our kids safe!

• Monday, March 24 through Tuesday, April 1 - Spring Break and Election Day - No School
• Tuesday, April 1 - Registration for the 2025-26 School Year Opens Online
• Wednesday, April 2 - Classes Resume
• Friday, April 4 - End of Third Quarter
• Monday, April 7 - Registration for Summer Sports Camps Opens
• Monday, April 7 - SWIC Declamation Competition - 5:30 - 8:30 pm @ Jerling Junior High, Orland Park, IL
• Friday, April 11 - Report Cards Issued via Infinite Campus at 3:00 pm
• Thursday, April 17 - Board of Education Meeting - 7:00 pm @ Administration Building
• Friday, April 18 - No School
• Monday, April 21 - Teacher Institute Day - No Student Attendance
• Wednesday, April 23 - Beginning Band Spring Concert - 7:30 pm @ Grissom Middle School
• Saturday, April 26 - ISGMA State Band Contest - Time is TBD @ Lockport High School
• Wednesday, April 30 - Registration Fee Discount Deadline - Families who register their students and pay their fees or set up a payment plan through the Business Office (708-342-5513) by Tuesday, April 30, 2025, will receive an early registration discount.
• Wednesday, April 30 - Concert & Symphonic Bands Spring Concert - 7:30 pm @ Prairie View Middle School

Kirby School District 140

16931 S. Grissom Drive, Tinley Park, IL 60477

Phone: 708-532-6462

Website: ksd140.org

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