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KSD News Update (Jan. 8, 2025)

Posted Date: 01/08/26 (03:22 PM)
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KEARNEY SCHOOL DISTRICT Reaching beyond success to develop individuals of character

Bulldog News Update

January 8, 2026

Kearney Bulldog Classic Returns Jan. 12-16

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Bulldog fans, it’s almost time for the Kearney Bulldog Classic, coming Jan. 12-16. We’ll have a full week of great hoops, including the 51st annual Girls Division Tournament and the 59th annual Boys Division Tournament. Admission is $5 for adults and seniors and $3 for students in grades K-12.

The 2026-2027 Kearney School District Academic Calendar displays monthly views from July 2026 to June 2027.

School Board Approves 2026-2027 Calendar

The Kearney School District Board of Education approved the 2026-2027 academic calendar on Wednesday, Dec. 17.

The calendar includes 172 student contact days, 182 teacher contract days, and a total of 1,107.5 instructional hours. This structure allows KSD to meet the DESE minimum requirement of 1,044 instructional hours without the need for students to make up any school days.

Key dates at a glance:

  • First day of school: Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2026 
  • Open House: Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026 
  • Thanksgiving Break: Nov. 25-27, 2026 
  • Winter Break: Dec. 21, 2026–Jan. 1, 2027 
  • Spring Break: March 29–April 2, 2027 
  • Graduation: Sunday, May 16, 2027 

The Kearney Board of Education logo with the motto 'Reaching beyond success to develop individuals of character'.

Three Incumbents File for KSD Board of Education Election

Only three individuals filed as candidates for the Kearney School District Board of Education seats scheduled for the April 7, 2026, election. All three are the current incumbents: Jake Klingensmith, Bree Switzer and Nic Vasquez. There will be no Board of Education election in April 2026.

Quick Questionnaire for Class of 2025 Grads

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We’re gathering some important information about our recent graduates. Each year, Missouri’s Department of Elementary and Secondary Education asks school districts to report the post-secondary paths taken by our alumni. This helps us understand how well we’re preparing students for success after high school.

If you’re the parent/guardian, other family member or acquaintance of a Kearney High School Class of 2025 graduate, we’d really appreciate your help by making them aware that we would like them to complete the short questionnaire linked below. It only takes a couple of minutes, and their responses make a big difference in helping us keep our programs strong and aligned with student needs.

What's Cooking in KSD! (December 2025)

Our foodservice partners at SFE recently shared their December 2025 newsletter, highlighting the great meals, special events, and all the hard work their teams put in each day to support our students and staff. From festive cafeteria decorations to hands-on cooking experiences with our young chefs, it’s clear how much pride they take in serving KSD. Please join us in thanking our amazing kitchen teams across the district. They make such a positive difference in our schools every single day!

Online Safety Reminder for KSD Families

Last month, we shared an important reminder about online safety after a recent incident involving a KSD student on a gaming platform. It highlights resources in our KSD Online Safety Hub, tools available to families through Linewize and the Qustodio Parents App, and practical guidance for talking with children about staying safe online. Please take a moment to read the full post and explore these supports. They’re designed to help all of us work together to keep our students safe!

And last but not least...

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Leadership

One of our core values as a school system is student focus. We will do everything in our power to support and guide each student, every day, no matter what. Often, that means letting students take us by the hand and lead us on the path they've chosen, providing them with the right guidance to avoid pitfalls and overcome challenges. That's the Bulldog way.
KSD Athletics & Activities
 
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Upcoming Events

Jan. 19 - NO SCHOOL (MLK Day)
Jan. 21 - Board of Education Business Meeting
Feb. 5 - Board of Education Work Session
Feb. 11 - NO SCHOOL (Staff Professional Development)
Feb. 16 - NO SCHOOL (Presidents Day)
Feb. 18 - Board of Education Business Meeting

Visit the KSD website to stay up to date on all of our important events.
Kearney School District