KSD140 Connection

What a fantastic year it’s been for our students, staff, and families! We’ve seen our students grow academically, socially, and emotionally, and we are incredibly proud of their accomplishments. Our teachers and staff have worked tirelessly to create engaging and rigorous learning experiences for our students, and their hard work has paid off.

We have also been fortunate to have our families' ongoing support throughout the year. Your involvement in your child's education has been invaluable, and we appreciate your commitment to our school community. Please continue to stay engaged and provide feedback so we can learn, grow, and move forward together.

As we look ahead to next month, I am excited to present our newly developed strategic plan to our school board on Thursday, May 18. The plan is critical for providing direction, aligning goals, allocating resources, and promoting continuous improvement throughout the District. Guided by input from parents, staff, students, and the community, it includes a Portrait of a Graduate, mission and vision statements, core values, strategic priorities, and objectives. Thanks to the many individuals who participated in and supported the development of this strategic framework. It’s an exciting time to be part of District 140!

Respectfully,

Dr. Dan Callaghan

Superintendent

Early Childhood/Preschool (EC/P), Kindergarten, and returning student registration for the 2023-24 school year is now open! An early registration discount will be given to families who register their students and pay their fees or set up a payment plan through the Business Office (708-342-5513) by Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

• CURRENT D140 Families - Log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal to begin registering your student(s)
• New D140 Families - Please click here to begin registering your student(s)

Please visit ksd140.org/registration for detailed information, including fees, health forms, busing, residency verification, and step-by-step directions for registering your student.

Invitations to activate your new ParentSquare account were recently sent to all District 140 parents/guardians. After receiving your invite, please follow the instructions linked here and check out all that ParentSquare has to offer!

For even greater convenience, download the ParentSquare app (available for free for iOS and Android devices). This app centralizes District and school communications pertaining to your student(s) and allows parents/guardians to customize their notification settings.

Staff and community members from District 140’s Strategic Planning Committee were recognized at the April Board of Education meeting. These volunteers met with the District’s administrative team during February and March to analyze data generated by the strategic planning survey, interviews, and focus groups. Guided by the input collected from parents, staff, community members, and students, the committee created a Portrait of a Graduate, mission and vision statements, core values, strategic priorities, and objectives for the District. Thank you for helping us create a shared future vision for the District!

A Strategic Plan report for the District will be shared at the May Board of Education meeting, with implementation set to begin during the 2023-24 school year.

Several top eighth-grade band students performed with the SWIC Honor Band on Thursday, March 23, at Simmons Middle School under the direction of Dr. Justin Antos.

The students were chosen from among the best musicians in our conference.

Congratulations to the 6/7 Grade Grissom girls' volleyball team, who were named the South Division Southwest Interscholastic Conference (SWIC) champions after defeating Prairie View.

Coached by Mr. George Chicvara, the Grissom Patriot roster includes Lizzy C., Maeve C., Megan D., Gianna F., Yulisa G., Maisyn G., Brynnley K., Kylie L., Harper M., Maddie M., Camryn P., Lainey P., Bella R., and Summer W.

The team ended with a 15-1 record. Way to go, Patriots!

Congratulations to the 6/7 Grade Grissom boys' basketball team, who were named the South Division Southwest Interscholastic Conference (SWIC) champions after defeating Prairie View 47-42.

Coached by Mr. Vince Fiore, the Grissom Patriot roster includes Jack C., Caiden C., Abdul D., Destin H., Omar H., Alex H., Karem K., Legacy L., Ben O., James P., Jacobi S., Jaylen S., Mohammed Z., and manager Ethan R.

The team ended with a 13-3 record. Way to go, Patriots!

Thanks to the Tinley Park Fire Department for providing the Fire Safety Smart program to third-graders in Kirby School District 140.

The Fire Safety Smart program is designed to engage third-grade students attending school in the Village of Tinley Park. A Tinley Park Fire Prevention Public Education Officer visits each classroom monthly from October through April. Each month has a specific topic designed to engage students and assist them in understanding hazards and how to prevent them. Lessons that students learn include:

• Match and lighter safety
• Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
• Fire behavior
• Exit drills in the home
• Electrical safety
• Scalds and burns
• Severe weather and emergency preparedness

• Wednesday, April 26 - Beginning Band Concert - 7:30 pm @ Grissom Middle School

• Saturday, April 29 - IGSMA State Contest - Cadet Band at 8:30 am & Symphonic Band at 10:30 am @ Lockport High School
• Wednesday, May 3 - Symphonic Band Spring Concert - 7:30 pm @ Prairie View
• Friday, May 5 - Half Day Early Dismissal - Elementary schools will be dismissed at 11:10 am, and middle schools will be dismissed at 12 noon.
• Wednesday, May 10 - Cadet & Jazz Band Spring Concert - 7:30 pm @ Grissom Middle School
• Thursday, May 18 - Board of Education - 7:00 pm @ Administration Building
• Friday, May 26 - Teacher Institute Day - No School
• Monday, May 29 - Memorial Day - No School

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