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Christa McAuliffe Elementary School News

McAuliffe 5th grade boys' basketball team pose in school gym after practice

The McAuliffe fifth-grade boys' basketball team will begin its season on Wednesday,...

Five smiling children sit around a classroom table, coloring

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

KSD 140 Connection Newsletter for September 2025

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

Board of Education Recognition - September 2025

Each month, one of our seven schools takes center stage at the Board of Education meeti...

McAuliffe student artwork hanging on the wall in the board room at the administration center

We’re proud to celebrate the artistic talents of our D140 students!  Sept...

Five students smiling while sitting in fire engine

As part of their National Fire Prevention Week campaign, our local fire departments vis...

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...

No School September 15 - Teacher Institute Day

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

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...

McAuliffe PTO Back-to-School Bash September 4 from 6-7:30pm

The McAuliffe  PTO is hosting a back-to-school bash on Thursday, September 4, from...

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...

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...

At McAuliffe, we believe that every minute spent reading builds confidence, curiosity, ...

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...

School Zone Safety

As we gear up for another great school year, we want to remind everyone that 88th Avenu...

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