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Helen Keller Elementary School News

Six KSD 140 employees at Institute Day pose for a picture with keynote speaker Gerry Brooks

On Monday, September 15, District 140 staff gathered at Odyssey Country Club in Tinley ...

Three girls smile outside Christa McAuliffe School wearing red, white and blue

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

Fifth grade beginning band registration September 17 and 18

Fifth Grade Beginning Band Registration will take place on Wednesday, September 17, and...

Keller renovation update

Dear Keller Families, We are excited to share that construction of our new addition ...

No School September 15 - Teacher Institute Day

There is no student attendance on Monday, September 15. Staff will attend professional ...

Picture Day at Keller is Tuesday, September 23. Van Gogh offers prepaid online ordering...

Four elementary students sitting on the floor in a classroom, smiling and holding cards during an activity

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

Patriot Day September 11, 2025 - Wear red, white and blue

D140 students and staff are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue on Thursday, Septem...

Four young students sitting at a classroom table and smiling.

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

No School September 1, Labor Day

All D140 schools will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of Labor Da...

Three girls smiling with arms around each other outside.

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

Dear Keller Families, I’m excited to share some fantastic news – Keller ...

KSD 140 Connection - August 2025

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

Board of Education Recognition, August 2025

We want to extend a heartfelt welcome to our newest team members, including Kristina Ai...

Band members playing instruments during showcase for fifth graders

This morning, the KSD 140 band program hosted a special presentation concert at Prairie...

Two students pose proudly in front of welcome back sign in front of school

First day of school is in the books! Here's to a great year ahead! #KirbyOne40 #Eve...

Students smile with their faces painted at Tinley Park' s National Night Out

It was wonderful seeing so many D140 families last night at Tinley Park’s Nationa...

Elementary Open House August 12 and Middle School Open House August 18

Please make plans to attend our elementary and middle school open houses:  T...

Kindergarten Roundup Monday August 11

Welcome! KSD 140 elementary principals and kindergarten teachers will meet with kinderg...

Helen Keller Popsicles with the Principal - August 6

Join us for a fun evening as we kick off the school year with Popsicles with the Princi...

KSD 140 Connection July 2025

Check out the latest KSD 140 Connection! This issue includes key back-to-school dates, ...

Key Dates calendar for August 2025

Important August dates to mark on your calendar: Monday, August 4 - Elementary cl...

2025-26 School supply list

Supply lists for all D140 schools can be found on our website at ksd140.org/supply-list

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