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Four children wearing dalmatian-themed costumes and headbands are gathered around a round table, working on papers and crafts.

Each week, Kirby School District 140 celebrates the talents and passion of our students...

2026–27 School Year Calendar next to a monthly calendar on a blue background with a school district logo.

The D140 Board of Education approved the 2026-27 School Year Calendar at its Janua...

The words "Ties and Tiaras" are written on a black background. A white tie is on the left, and a pink crown is on the right. Pink stars and white stars decorate the border.

The Keller PTO is hosting its annual Ties and Tiaras Dance on Friday, February 20, from...

5Essentials Survey Parent and Family Guide from the Illinois State Board of Education.

Over the coming weeks, D140 students, staff, and parents will have the opportunity to w...

Half-Day Friday, February 6 Early Dismissal Reminder with

Friday, February 6, will be a half-day for all KSD 140 schools. Elementary school...

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Congratulations to KSD 140 band students Hayden D. and Liam L. on being selected to per...

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Each week, Kirby School District 140 celebrates the talents and passion of our students...

Beginning Band Winter Performance Debut

We would like to congratulate our KSD 140 fifth-grade band members on a terrific first ...

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Check out the latest KSD 140 Connection newsletter! This issue includes the studen...

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Each week, Kirby School District 140 celebrates the talents and passion of our students...

JANUARY 23, 2026 eLearning Day For more information, visit ksd140.org/eLearning

Due to forecasted sub-zero temperatures and wind chills, Friday, January 23, will be an...

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Each week, Kirby School District 140 celebrates the talents and passion of our students...

Graphic with an American flag background reading "Martin Luther King Jr. Day,' "I Have a Dream," and Monday, January 19 - No School

KSD 140 honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. No school on Monday...

Report Card Day - January 16

Second-quarter student report cards will be available in the Infinite Campus Parent Por...

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Each week, Kirby School District 140 celebrates the talents and passion of our students...

District Spelling Bee Winner poses proudly holding his certificate after winning in boardroom at Ad Center

Congratulations to District 140’s newest Spelling Bee Champion, Samer K., a fifth...

Keller Renovation Update

Construction continues to move forward, and it’s exciting to see the progress tak...

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Each week, Kirby School District 140 celebrates the talents and passion of our students...

KSD 140 Connection Newsletter - December 2025

Check out the latest KSD 140 Connection newsletter! This issue includes information on ...

Happy Holidays

Happy Holidays! 2025

December 19, 2025

As Winter Break approaches, we wish our students, parents, staff, and community members...

Keller students pose proudly in commons with donations from hat, glove, and mitten drive hanging on tree

In November and December, D140 students and staff participated in schoolwide food, clot...

Keller top three Spelling Bee winners pose proudly with ribbons

Congratulations to the top 10 fourth and fifth-grade spellers who competed on Friday, D...

Countdown to Winter Break December 15-19

Countdown to Winter Break 2025

December 10, 2025

D140 students and staff are invited to participate in our Countdown to Winter Break spi...

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Keller's Student Council is sponsoring its annual Hat, Scarf, and Mitten Drive to s...

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