KSD140 Connection

As we get ready to start a new school year, I’m excited to welcome back our students, families, and staff. Throughout the summer, our educators and support staff have been working diligently to fine-tune lessons, prepare classrooms, and ensure our schools are ready for a strong start. We remain committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Family partnerships play an essential role in our students’ success. Whether you're attending events, participating in parent-teacher conferences, or joining the PTO, your involvement helps strengthen our school community. We encourage all families to stay engaged and connected throughout the year.

With the collective efforts of our staff, students, and families, this school year will be one of growth, achievement, and lasting memories. Here's to a great 2025-26 school year!

Can you believe August is right around the corner? Please note these upcoming District events and contact your school office if you have any questions.

Monday, August 4 - Student Classroom Assignments, Schedules, and Transportation Information Released

Elementary classroom assignments, middle school student schedules, and transportation information will be released via Infinite Campus Parent Portals on Monday, August 4. Please contact your school office if you need assistance logging in to your parent portal.

Wednesday, August 6 - Grissom and Prairie View Student/Parent Walkthrough from 9 am - 12 pm and 5 - 8 pm

The walkthrough provides an opportunity for parents to purchase locks, gym suits, spirit wear, and pick up pre-ordered school supply kits. Students and parents may also walk through the building to familiarize themselves with the location of classes and lockers.

Monday, August 11 - Kindergarten Roundup at Bannes, Fernway, Keller, McAuliffe, and Millennium

from 9 - 10 am

This is a special time for families to meet their principal and teachers and learn everything they'll need to know about the first day of school. Please join us!

Tuesday, August 12 - Elementary Open House for Early Childhood, Preschool, and K-5 families from 6:00 to 7:30 pm

Elementary parents and students are welcome to view their schools, meet their teachers, and visit with our PTOs.

Wednesday, August 13 - First Day of School for All Students

Elementary school students will attend school from 7:55 am to 2:25 pm. Middle school students will attend school from 8:40 am to 3:07 pm.

Monday, August 18 - Middle School Open House from 6:00 to 7:30 pm

Grissom and Prairie View parents and students are welcome to view their schools, meet their teachers, and visit with our PTOs.

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

KSD 140 uses the ParentSquare messaging platform to keep parents and guardians informed and engaged with our schools and the District.

• Receive messages from the school via email, text, or app notification
• Choose to receive information as it comes or all at once with a daily digest at 6 pm
• Communicate in your preferred language
• Direct message teachers and staff
• Sign up for parent-teacher conferences
• Sign forms & permission slips, sign up to volunteer, and more, all from your desktop or mobile device

We encourage parents to access their accounts by visiting parentsquare.com/signin and REGISTERING using the email or phone number listed in Infinite Campus.

For even greater convenience, please download the ParentSquare app (available free for iOS and Android devices).

We look forward to seeing our students and their families at Tinley Park's National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at Freedom Park, 7835 Timber Drive.

Hosted by the Village of Tinley Park and the Tinley Park Police Department, National Night Out is an annual community-building event that promotes police/community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.

The event features family-friendly entertainment and the opportunity to meet members of Tinley Park’s Police, Fire, Emergency Management Agency, and Public Works departments. Visitors can also view the many village-owned vehicles on display. Other activities include family entertainment and booths from local businesses.

Hope to see you there!

Kirby School District 140

16931 S. Grissom Drive, Tinley Park, IL 60477

Phone: 708-532-6462

Website: ksd140.org

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