Kearney School District

KSD News Update (Sept. 3, 2026)

Bulldog News Update September 3, 2026 No School on Monday, Sept. 7 Memphis the Bulldog wants you to know that there will be no school and all KSD offices will be closed on Monday, Sept, 7, in recog...

September 3, 2026

A Sweet Reward for Summer Reading!

Today was Dole Whip Day 2026 across Kearney School District, celebrating hundreds of Bulldog readers who kept the pages turning throughout the summer!Students who completed our 2026 Summer Reading ...

September 3, 2026

No School on Monday, Sept. 7

Memphis the Bulldog wants you to know that there will be no school and all KSD offices will be closed on Monday, Sept, 7, in recognition of the Labor Day federal holiday. Visit our website to view ...

September 3, 2026

Bulldog Apparel Available, Including 2026 Homecoming Gear

Looking to show a little extra Bulldog pride this fall? The Kearney Quarterback Club has two online apparel stores open for Kearney Bulldogs fans, with a portion of the proceeds helping support the...

September 2, 2026

Help Keep Our Bulldogs Hydrated During the Heat

With very hot weather expected over the next few days, Kearney School District is asking families to help make sure students come to school prepared to stay hydrated throughout the day.Please send ...

September 1, 2026

Class of 2027 Continues Beloved Tradition by Making Their Mark On the KHS Parking Lot

The Kearney High School parking lot became a giant canvas Saturday as members of the Class of 2027 transformed their reserved parking spaces into colorful, one-of-a-kind works of art.KHS seniors sp...

August 30, 2026

2026 Academy Day Helps Bulldogs Navigate Paths to National Service

Kearney High School was proud to welcome students and families from across the region Saturday morning for Academy Day, organized by the Office of U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley.About 150 people representin...

August 30, 2026

Bulldogs Start Football Season with 47-0 Win Over Belton

Now THAT is a way to start a season!Kearney High School football opened the 2026 campaign in impressive fashion Friday night, earning a 42-0 victory over the Belton Pirates at Bulldog Stadium.The B...

August 29, 2026

Starting the school year with some wonderful community support!

Following our 2026 Convocation on Friday, Aug. 21, our friends at Gary Crossley Ford made the rounds across Kearney School District with a generous gift for every one of our schools.Gary Crossley F...

August 28, 2026

History Gets Hands-On at Kearney Middle School

What did it really take to hunt, fight and survive thousands of years ago?Kearney Middle School sixth-graders got a chance to move beyond the textbook and explore that question firsthand during Pri...

August 28, 2026

Reading Comes to Life on Kearney Elementary’s New Book Trail

Reading took Kearney Elementary kindergarteners on an adventure this week as they explored the school’s new Book Trail!Kindergarten teachers Jennifer Marker and Clarissa Bosky joined Library Media ...

August 28, 2026

KSD News Update (Aug. 27, 2026)

Bulldog News Update August 27, 2026 Great Schools = Great Community: Public Sharing and Listening Events Kearney School District is hosting several Public Sharing and Listening Events this Septembe...

August 27, 2026

Friday Night Football Returns to Bulldog Stadium!

Bulldog football is back!Kearney High School opens the 2026 season at home against Belton High School with kickoff at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, at Bulldog Stadium.There are a few important updates fo...

August 27, 2026

Great Schools = Great Community: Public Sharing and Listening Events

Kearney School District is hosting several Public Sharing and Listening Events this September as part of our Great Schools = Great Community initiative.These events are designed to help families, s...

August 27, 2026

The Bulldogs Are Off and Running!

The first day of the 2026-2027 school year on Tuesday, Aug. 25, brought plenty of the things you would expect across Kearney School District: new backpacks, hugs and high-fives, friends reconnectin...

August 26, 2026

Students Lead the Way for Team KSD at Convocation 2026!

Nearly 500 Kearney School District employees came together Friday morning, Aug. 21, at Kearney High School for our 2026 Convocation. This year, we let our students lead Team KSD into the new school...

August 24, 2026

We’re ready for our Bulldogs!

There was a ton of excitement across Kearney School District on Thursday, Aug. 20, as every one of our campuses welcomed students and families for our 2026 Back-to-School Open Houses!From our young...

August 24, 2026

KSD News Update (Aug. 20, 2026)

Bulldog News Update August 20, 2026 Welcome Back, Bulldogs! The wait is almost over! KSD Back to School Open Houses are happening today, Thursday, Aug. 20, giving students and families a chance to ...

August 20, 2026

KSD Board of Education Meeting Recap (Aug. 19, 2026)

The Kearney School District Board of Education met on Wednesday, Aug. 19, with much of the discussion focused on our school facilities, continued progress on the 2022 bond projects and the work nee...

August 20, 2026

Get a Clean Car and Help Support KSD Students & Families!

Club Car Wash of Kearney is helping our community kick off the school year with a simple way to support Kearney School District students and families!From Aug. 28-30, Club Car Wash is offering its ...

August 20, 2026

View Tonight's KSD School Board Meeting (Aug. 19, 2026)

Kearney School District's Board of Education will begin its next business meeting at 7 p.m. tonight, Aug. 19, at the central office, which is located at 425 W. Washington St. If you can't make it i...

August 19, 2026

Keeping Our Bulldogs Safe: Resources for KSD Families

Creating safe, welcoming and supportive schools is one of our most important responsibilities at Kearney School District, and it is work that takes place every day across our campuses.Our approach ...

August 19, 2026

KSD Teachers Focus on Small, Doable Practices That Have A Big Impact for Students

Kearney School District teachers spent part of their day today learning, collaborating and sharpening their instructional practices with Dr. Michael McDowell, co-founder of Hinge Education.Our seco...

August 18, 2026

REMINDER: 2026 Back-to-School Open Houses are Aug. 20!

To help prepare for the first day of classes, we're strongly encouraging all Kearney School District students and their parents/guardians to attend our Back-to-School Open Houses on Thursday, Aug. ...

August 18, 2026

Midnight Madness Reminder: E-Bikes & Motorized Scooters

We’re looking forward to welcoming our community to Kearney High School tonight for the 2026 Midnight Madness and the unofficial kickoff to another great season of Bulldog football! As families and...

August 14, 2026

KSD News Update (Aug. 13, 2026)

Bulldog News Update August 13, 2026 2026 Back-to-School Open Houses are Aug. 20! The start of the 2026-2027 academic year is approaching fast! To help prepare for the first day of classes, we're st...

August 13, 2026

Welcome to KSD: New Teachers Kick Off the School Year

We are excited to welcome a great group of new classroom educators to the Kearney School District!Our annual New Teacher Orientation has been underway this week, giving our newest teachers an oppor...

August 13, 2026

2026 Back-to-School Open Houses are Aug. 20!

The start of the 2026-2027 academic year is approaching fast! To help prepare for the first day of classes, we're strongly encouraging all Kearney School District students and their parents/guardia...

August 13, 2026

Explore Service Opportunities at Academy Day

Kearney High School is pleased to host Academy Day on Saturday, Aug. 29, an opportunity for students and families to learn more about attending one of our nation’s military service academies. Organ...

August 13, 2026

Reminder: Great Schools = Great Community Committee Interest Form

KSD is still accepting interest forms from parents/guardians, staff members, students, residents, business leaders and community partners who would like to be considered for the Long-Range Faciliti...

August 12, 2026

KSD Resource Fair Update: T-Shirt Pickup & Clothing Donations

We’re getting ready for the Kearney School District Resource Fair and have a couple of quick updates to share with our families and community!If you ordered a Resource Fair T-shirt, shirts will be ...

August 10, 2026

Join Us for the First KHS PTO Meeting of the New School Year!

Kearney High School parents and students are invited to help support our Bulldogs by getting involved with the KHS PTO! The PTO supports students, teachers and staff throughout the year through sch...

August 10, 2026

SFE Shares Summer Food Service Highlights

Our partners with Southwest Foodservice Excellence stayed busy this summer serving Kearney School District students and creating some memorable experiences along the way.SFE General Manager Angie L...

August 10, 2026

KSD News Update (July 31, 2026)

Bulldog News Update July 31, 2026 KSD Invites Stakeholders to Express Interest in Great Schools = Great Community Committees Kearney School District is inviting parents/guardians, staff members, st...

July 31, 2026

Six KSD Cafeterias Earn Food Safety Excellence Awards

Kearney School District is proud to celebrate six school cafeterias recognized by the Clay County Public Health Center with its 2025 Food Safety Excellence Award: Dogwood Elementary Hawthorne Eleme...

July 31, 2026

KSD Leaders Prepare for a Great School Year

Kearney School District’s leadership team gathered yesterday and today for our annual District Leadership Retreat, an important opportunity to focus, collaborate and prepare for the upcoming academ...

July 31, 2026

Help Shape the Future of Kearney School District

Great schools and a great community are built together. Kearney School District is inviting parents/guardians, staff members, students, residents, business leaders and community partners to express...

July 30, 2026

Last Chance to Reload Your KHS Bulldog Football Gear!

The Kearney Quarterback Club’s online fan apparel shop is open for just a few more days! This is a great opportunity to gear up for the upcoming season with Kearney T-shirts, hoodies, accessories a...

July 27, 2026

KSD News Update (July 23, 2026)

Bulldog News Update July 23, 2026 Reload Your Bulldog Gear At the 2026 QB Club Apparel Shop! The Kearney Quarterback Club is excited to announce the launch of our new online fan apparel shop! Gear ...

July 23, 2026

Whitaker Steward Earns Two More All-American Honors

Kearney High School Class of 2026 graduate Whitaker Steward has added two more All-American honors to one of the most accomplished swimming careers in Missouri high school history.The National Inte...

July 23, 2026

Reload Your Bulldog Gear At the 2026 QB Club Apparel Shop!

The Kearney Quarterback Club is excited to announce the launch of our new online fan apparel shop!Gear up for the upcoming season and show your team spirit with our latest collection of Kearney app...

July 20, 2026

2026 Missouri Assessment Program Results

Missouri’s Department of Elementary and Secondary Education recently sent us the individual results for the 2026 Missouri Assessment Program (MAP). These results are from the Grade Level Assessment...

July 17, 2026

KSD News Update (July 16, 2026)

Bulldog News Update July 16, 2026 Complete KSD's Back-to-School Registration in PowerSchool Back-to-School Registration is now available through the KSD's PowerSchool portal. Registration must be c...

July 16, 2026

A Well-Deserved Thank You to Our Facilities & IT Teams

Kearney School District hosted a special lunch today for members of our grounds, maintenance, custodial and IT crews as a way of expressing our gratitude for the extraordinary work they do througho...

July 16, 2026

Help Us Prepare for the Back-to-School Resource Fair

The Kearney School District 2026 Back-to-School Resource Fair is less than one month away, and community volunteers can play an important role in helping local students and families start the new s...

July 16, 2026

Board of Education Business Meeting Recap: July 15, 2026

The Kearney School District Board of Education met on Wednesday, July 15, for its regular monthly business meeting at the Kearney Administrative Office. The Board received an update on 2022 bond pr...

July 16, 2026

Complete KSD's Back-to-School Registration in PowerSchool

Back-to-School Registration is now available through the KSD's PowerSchool portal. Registration must be completed separately for each student in your household.NOTE - THIS PROCESS IS ONLY FOR STUDE...

July 15, 2026

View Tonight's KSD School Board Meeting (July 15, 2026)

Kearney School District's Board of Education will begin its next business meeting at 7 p.m. tonight, July 17, at the central office, which is located at 425 W. Washington St. If you can't make it i...

July 15, 2026

Bulldog Earns Top-10 Finish at National FCCLA Conference

Kearney High School student Ava Mayse is now one of the top FCCLA competitors in the nation!Ava represented Kearney FCCLA last week at the National FCCLA Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C., ...

July 15, 2026

KHS Golden Girls Shine at UDA Dance Camp

The Kearney High School Golden Girls had an outstanding weekend at UDA Dance Camp!The team brought a routine to camp for competition and then spent the weekend learning multiple new routines that w...

July 14, 2026

From a snowy day to a summer tradition

Sometimes inspiration starts on a snowy day.During a snow day at Kids Club last January, Emerson Swartz found herself looking for something to do. She started sketching while spending the day with ...

July 14, 2026

Bulldogs learn about the power behind our community!

Today's Kids Club Summer Expedition at Kearney Junior High gave our K-5 students an up-close look at the people, equipment and technology that help keep the lights on every day.Our friends from Pla...

July 13, 2026

KSD News Update (July 9, 2026)

Bulldog News Update July 9, 2026 2026 Back-to-School Dates Are Here! We have prepared our key 2026 Back-to-School dates, including schedule pick-ups, transition events, open houses and the first da...

July 9, 2026

Pre-Register Today for the 2026 KSD Resource Fair

Kearney School District families are encouraged to sign up now for the 2026 Resource Fair!This annual event helps KSD students and families get ready for the start of a new school year by connectin...

July 8, 2026

Support the 'Buy a Shirt/Give a Shirt' Fundraiser for the KSD Resource Fair

Kearney School District families, staff members and community members are invited to support this year’s "Buy a Shirt/Give a Shirt" fundraiser for the KSD Resource Fair.This effort helps make sure ...

July 6, 2026

Back-to-School Resources Now Available

Kearney School District’s 2026-2027 Student-Parent Handbooks and school supply lists are now available at www.ksdr1.net/back-to-school. Our handbooks include important information about district an...

June 29, 2026

Southview/Hawthorne Summer School Students Finish Strong!

Southview/Hawthorne Summer School students wrapped up their final day of specials on Wednesday, June 25, with a creative celebration of the world’s most popular sport!Our Art, Library and PE facult...

June 26, 2026

Bulldogs Visit Nation’s Capital During Missouri Youth Tour

Kearney High School students Logan Daugherty and Ezra Stuart recently returned from an unforgettable week of learning, leadership and exploration in Washington, D.C.Logan and Ezra were among 110 st...

June 26, 2026

KSD News Update (June 25, 2026)

Bulldog News Update June 25, 2026 Dr. Brad Miller Named KC Regional Teacher of the Year Finalist We have some outstanding news to share about one of Team KSD’s exceptional educators! Dr. Brad Mille...

June 25, 2026

Bulldogs Take Summer School Road Trips Across America

Fourth- and fifth-graders in Austin Bullock’s Southview/Hawthorne Summer School class packed plenty of learning into an imaginary road trip across the United States as part of their America 250 Pro...

June 25, 2026

A Patchwork Celebration of America 250

"How is America like a patchwork quilt?"That was the driving question for fourth- and fifth-graders in Ashley Hummel’s Southview/Hawthorne Summer School class as they completed a colorful Project B...

June 25, 2026

Summer School Learning Takes Flight!

Kearney Middle Schoolers put their learning into action today by launching rockets they designed and built as part of a Project Based Learning experience in Michael Wernimont’s Summer School class....

June 24, 2026

Dr. Brad Miller Named KC Regional Teacher of the Year Finalist

We have some outstanding news to share about one of Team KSD’s exceptional educators!Dr. Brad Miller, a chemistry teacher at Kearney High School and the 2026 Kearney School District Teacher of the ...

June 24, 2026

Kearney Food Pantry Hosts Cereal Drive-By to Feed Local Kids

This summer, you can be a hero—with just a box of cereal. The Kearney Food Pantry is inviting the community to step up and help children in need by donating cereal during its 3rd annual Cereal Driv...

June 23, 2026

KSD News Update (June 18, 2026)

Bulldog News Update June 18, 2026 Board Recognizes State Track Athletes and Reviews Plans for KSD’s Future The Kearney School District Board of Education opened its June 17 meeting by recognizing t...

June 18, 2026

KHS Opens New “Earn While You Learn” Pathways for Students

Kearney High School students have a new opportunity to gain real-world experience, build valuable career skills and get paid while they learn!Kearney School District is now offering DESE Registered...

June 18, 2026

School Board Recognizes State Track Athletes, Reviews Facilities and Budget Planning

The Kearney School District Board of Education recognized outstanding student-athletes, reviewed plans for the district’s facilities and finances, and approved several measures supporting students ...

June 18, 2026

GOOOOOOOAAALLLLL!!!! Summer School Students Explore the World Through Soccer

Southview and Dogwood Elementary summer school students combined creativity, research and a love of soccer for a hands-on Project Based Learning experience in Ashley Hummel’s fourth- and fifth-grad...

June 15, 2026

Police & Fire Summer School Experience Puts Students in the Driver’s Seat

Our sixth- and seventh-grade summer school students got a hands-on look this week at careers in law enforcement and fire and rescue during the Police & Fire experience.One of the highlights cam...

June 12, 2026

From Parts to Programming: Summer School Robotics in Action

Our sixth- and seventh-grade summer school students have been building much more than robots in Mr. Wernimont’s class.They started with the basics and learned how to design, build and program their...

June 12, 2026

KSD News Update (June 11, 2026)

Bulldog News Update June 11, 2026 Reminder: Join Us for the 2026 KHS Athletic Hall of Fame Golf Tournament! There is still time to sign up for the 2026 KHS Athletic Hall of Fame Golf Tournament on ...

June 11, 2026

Southview Bulldogs Build Careers

We’re catching up on a good one from Southview Elementary!On May 19, Southview fifth-graders had the opportunity to take part in Career Day, learning from guests who shared about their work, their ...

June 11, 2026

KSD Educators Strengthen Instructional Practices for All Students

Great schools and great communities are built by great people who keep learning.Today, a team of Kearney School District teachers, administrators and instructional coaches came together for profess...

June 10, 2026

Reminder: Join Us for the 2026 KHS Athletic Hall of Fame Golf Tournament!

There is still time to sign up for the 2026 KHS Athletic Hall of Fame Golf Tournament on Thursday, June 25, at The Club at Marimack in Kearney.Registration begins at 8 a.m., followed by a 9 a.m. sh...

June 10, 2026

Bulldog Earns Scholarship to Study Nursing at MoWest

Congratulations to Kearney High School Class of 2026 graduate Josie Masters, who was recently selected as one of Mosaic Life Care’s newest Nursing Scholars of Promise. She was one of just 15 studen...

June 8, 2026

Join Team KSD: Custodian Positions Available

Kearney School District is hiring custodians to help keep our schools clean, safe and ready for learning every day.Our custodial team members play an essential role in maintaining the spaces where ...

June 5, 2026

Summer School Creativity in Motion!

Our Southview and Hawthorne summer school students rolled into some colorful, hands-on learning this week with a little “Marble Soccer Ball Painting!”Students used boxes, paint and marbles to creat...

June 5, 2026

KSD News Update (June 4, 2026)

Bulldog News Update June 4, 2026 KHS Track & Field Excels at State Our Kearney High School Track & Field athletes capped off an outstanding season with an impressive showing at the Class 4 ...

June 4, 2026

SFE Serves Up Spring Highlights for Team KSD!

Our friends with SFE, Southwest Foodservice Excellence, have been busy cooking up a great spring for our students and staff! The April and May issues of their What’s Cooking newsletter are packed w...

June 4, 2026

Summer School Students Power Up Their Learning

Kearney School District students put their “Exploring Electricity” lessons to the test this week!After wiring up their model homes in Michael Wernimont’s middle school summer school science class, ...

June 4, 2026

KHS Teacher Earns Prestigious Grant for Summer Study Trip

Congratulations to Kearney High School Social Studies Teacher Jennifer West, who was recently selected to receive a Fund for Teachers grant for a research-driven study trip this summer. Mrs. West’s...

June 4, 2026

Summer School Sparks Curiosity at KHS

Kearney School District students are getting some hands-on experience with the power of science this week!I had a chance to stop by Michael Wernimont’s summer school classroom at KHS yesterday, whe...

June 3, 2026

Celebrate the World Cup at Kearney's 'Cleats & Beats'

Soccer fans, music lovers and anyone who enjoys a great community celebration will want to mark their calendars for Friday, June 19!The City of Kearney, in partnership with GO North KC and other re...

June 3, 2026

KHS Track & Field Excels at State

Our Kearney High School Track & Field athletes capped off an outstanding season with an impressive showing at the Class 4 State Championships this past weekend in Jefferson City!The Bulldogs co...

June 2, 2026

Kauffman Foundation Selects KHS Science Teacher for Regional Real World Learning Leadership Opportunity

We are proud to share that Kearney High School science teacher Kaitlyn Fountain has been selected to serve as a Mentor Teacher in the Real World Learning Market Value Asset Educator Network for the...

June 2, 2026

Career Center Honors KHS Students

We’re proud to celebrate several Kearney High School students who were recognized during the Excelsior Springs Area Career Center Annual Awards Ceremony on Thursday, April 30.This special event hon...

June 1, 2026

Two Bulldogs Earn Perfect Scores on PLTW Biomedical Science Exam

We have a couple of amazing academic accomplishments to celebrate from our Project Lead the Way Biomedical Sciences program!Kearney Junior High ninth grader Elayna Viox and Kearney High School stud...

June 1, 2026

State Track Turns Into the Bulldogs vs. the Monsoon

The first day of the MSHSAA Class 4 Track & Field State Championships turned into a long, wet waiting game for our Kearney Bulldogs.Monsoon-like rain and recurring lightning moved through Jeffe...

May 30, 2026

KSD News Update (May 28, 2026)

Bulldog News Update May 28, 2026 VIDEO: Celebrating a Strong Spring in KSD As we close the 2025-2026 academic year, we want to take a moment to celebrate a spring semester filled with learning, ach...

May 28, 2026

Tee It Up for the KHS Athletic Hall of Fame

Kearney High School is inviting golfers and Bulldog supporters to join us for the 2026 KHS Athletic Hall of Fame Golf Tournament on Thursday, June 25, at The Club at Marimack in Kearney.Registratio...

May 28, 2026

Bulldog Journalists Garner National Honors

Please join us in congratulating two Kearney High School students who recently earned national recognition during the Journalism Education Association National High School Journalism Convention in ...

May 28, 2026

PHOTO ALBUM - Dogwood Elementary Celebrates Two Decades of Education Excellence

Dogwood Elementary School celebrated a very special milestone this month: 20 years of growth, learning and community.Families, students, staff members, alumni and friends gathered to mark Dogwood’s...

May 28, 2026

Kearney High School Track & Field Is Headed to State!

Please join us in congratulating the Kearney High School Track & Field student-athletes who qualified for the MSHSAA Class 4 State Championships!Our Bulldogs will compete this Friday and Saturd...

May 27, 2026

Basketball Summer Camps Are A Slam Dunk for Our Bulldogs!

Kearney School District has several summer basketball opportunities available for students, including youth camps, high school camps, open gyms and summer league opportunities. These activities are...

May 27, 2026

Sign-Up Today for KSD's 2026 Summer Camps!

Summer is a great time for Bulldogs to stay active, build skills, try something new and stay connected with classmates, coaches and activity sponsors.Kearney School District has created a new Summe...

May 26, 2026

Celebrating a Strong Spring in KSD

As we close the 2025-2026 academic year, we want to take a moment to celebrate a spring semester filled with learning, achievement, service and Bulldog pride!Across Kearney School District, our stu...

May 22, 2026

KSD News Update (May 21, 2026)

Bulldog News Update May 21, 2026 2026 Back-to-School Dates Are Here! We know summer has only just begun, but it’s never too early to help our families start planning for another great year in Kearn...

May 21, 2026

2026 Back-to-School Dates Are Here!

We know summer has only just begun, but it’s never too early to help our families start planning for another great year in Kearney School District!We have prepared our key 2026 Back-to-School dates...

May 21, 2026

The Last Day of School is Friday, May 22!

It’s hard to believe, but Friday, May 22, is the last day of classes for the 2025-2026 academic year in Kearney School District!We will be on a Half-Day schedule, which means students will be relea...

May 21, 2026

View Tonight's KSD School Board Meeting

Kearney School District's Board of Education will begin its next business meeting at 7 p.m. tonight, May 20, at the central office, which is located at 425 W. Washington St. If you can't make it in...

May 20, 2026