KSD News Update (Nov. 5, 2026)
Bulldog News Update November 5, 2026 KHS Theatre Presents 'Freaky Friday' Kearney High School Theatre is bringing Disney’s Freaky Friday: A New Musical to the KHS Auditorium! Based on the beloved M...
November 5, 2026
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KHS Football Playoff Game Friday: Tickets, Broadcasts and Game Information
The Kearney High School Bulldogs are headed into postseason play! After completing an undefeated 9-0 regular season and capturing the conference championship, KHS will host the St. Joseph Benton Ca...
November 4, 2026
KHS Students Make a Difference During Day of Service
Kearney High School students stepped outside their usual classrooms on Tuesday, Nov. 3, to make a difference in their community during the school's annual Day of Service!Working alongside teachers ...
November 4, 2026
Reminder: Celebrate Our KHS 'Freaky Friday' Cast and Crew With Flowers
The curtain is up on Kearney High School's production of Freaky Friday, and the KHS PTO is helping families and friends celebrate the talented Bulldogs bringing this musical to life!There's still t...
November 4, 2026
KHS Cross Country Teams Qualify for State Championships
Congratulations to the Kearney High School Cross Country teams on an outstanding performance at the district championships last weekend! The KHS girls captured the district championship, while the ...
November 4, 2026
KHS Boys Swim & Dive Team Wins Conference Championship
Congratulations to the Kearney High School Boys Swim & Dive team on capturing the Blue Conference Championship during the varsity conference meet in Gladstone last weekend!Our Bulldogs delivere...
November 3, 2026
Put Your Trivia Skills to the Test and Support KHS Robotics on Nov. 20
Think you've got what it takes to be a trivia champion? Gather your smartest friends and join KHS Kearnage Robotics Team 2345 for its second annual Trivia Night and Silent Auction on Friday, Nov. 2...
November 3, 2026
KHS Choir Students Earn All-State Honors
Congratulations to eight outstanding Kearney High School choir students who earned recognition through the Missouri All-State Choir audition process! The Missouri All-State Choir brings together so...
November 2, 2026
Join Our Team: Kearney School District is Hiring Custodians
Kearney School District is looking for dependable, hardworking individuals to join our Facilities team as custodians!Our custodial staff members play an essential role in providing clean, safe and ...
November 2, 2026
Kearney FFA Hosting Thanksgiving Floral Arrangement Class on Nov. 19
Get into the Thanksgiving spirit with a little creativity! Kearney FFA is hosting a Thanksgiving Floral Arrangement Class on Thursday, Nov. 19, at Kearney High School. Participants will receive han...
November 2, 2026
Support KHS Robotics With a Sweet Treat on Wednesday, Nov. 4
Kearney High School's Robotics program is teaming up with Betty Rae's Ice Cream for a special fundraising evening on Wednesday, Nov. 4! Stop by Betty Rae's from 5 to 9 p.m. to enjoy some delicious ...
November 2, 2026
KSD News Update (Oct. 29, 2026)
Bulldog News Update October 29, 2026 Help KSD Navigate Our Financial Future There's still time to make your voice heard! Kearney School District is seeking input from parents, guardians, staff memb...
October 29, 2026
Hawthorne Third Graders Turn 3D Printing Into Hands-On Learning
Third graders at Hawthorne Elementary are learning what it takes to run a business, manage orders, work as a team and deliver a finished product. And they're doing it all with a 3D printer!Thanks t...
October 29, 2026
Celebrating the Outstanding Principals of Kearney School District
Great schools start with great people, and the principals of Kearney School District help make a difference for our students, staff and families every day!Our principals are instructional leaders, ...
October 28, 2026
KHS Football Finishes Regular Season Undefeated, Claims Conference Championship!
The Kearney High School Bulldogs are heading into the playoffs with a perfect 9-0 record after closing out the regular season with a 50-0 victory over Ruskin on Thursday, Oct. 22!The Bulldogs waste...
October 27, 2026
Celebrate the KHS Freaky Friday Cast and Crew With Flowers
The Kearney High School PTO is helping families and friends celebrate the talented students bringing the musical Freaky Friday to the stage this November!The PTO is taking preorders for flowers tha...
October 27, 2026
KHS Trapshooting Team Takes Top Honors at Multi-School Competition!
Congratulations to the Kearney High School trapshooting team on an outstanding performance Saturday, Oct. 24, at a multi-school competition at KCTA!Fourteen KHS students competed, and our Bulldogs ...
October 26, 2026
KSD News Update (Oct. 22, 2026)
Bulldog News Update October 22, 2026 REMINDER: No KSD Classes on Friday, Oct. 23 This is a reminder that Parent Teacher Conferences are being held until 7 p.m. today, Oct. 22, and there will be no ...
October 22, 2026
KSD Board of Education Meeting Recap: Oct. 21, 2026
The Kearney School District Board of Education met Wednesday, Oct. 21, with student scientific research, gifted education and long-range facilities planning among the evening's highlights. Board me...
October 22, 2026
KSD Special Olympics Bowling Rolls Into a Record Year!
Our Kearney School District Special Olympics bowling team enjoyed a fantastic fall season, with a record 33 athletes and 23 buddies participating in practices at Tiger Bowl in Excelsior Springs!Thr...
October 21, 2026
View Tonight's KSD School Board Meeting (Oct. 21, 2026)
Kearney School District's Board of Education will begin its next business meeting at 7 p.m. tonight, Oct. 21, at the central office, which is located at 425 W. Washington St. If you can't make it i...
October 21, 2026
HISTORY MADE! KHS Girls Golf Celebrates Record-Breaking State Finish!
The Kearney High School Girls Golf team had an outstanding performance during the 2026 MSHSAA Class 3 State Championship at Meadow Lake Acres Country Club in New Bloomfield!The Bulldogs finished fi...
October 21, 2026
SCHEDULE CHANGE: KHS Varsity Football at Ruskin Moved to Thursday, Oct. 22
The Kearney High School varsity football game at Ruskin High School has been rescheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, instead of Friday, Oct. 23. We will share links for tickets and additional gam...
October 19, 2026
BULLDOGS SWEEP CONFERENCE CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS!
What a tremendous weekend for Kearney High School Cross Country! Our Bulldogs swept all four team championships at the Suburban Blue Conference Cross Country Meet on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Platte Ri...
October 19, 2026
Kearney Early Education Center Students Learn Fire Safety From Local Firefighters
Our youngest Bulldogs enjoyed a special visit from members of the Kearney Fire & Rescue Protection District this afternoon!Firefighters stopped by Kearney Early Education Center to teach studen...
October 15, 2026
Trick-or-Treat Night at Kearney High School!
Get those costumes ready! Kearney High School students are inviting area children and their families to enjoy a fun evening of trick-or-treating through the halls of KHS on Saturday, Oct. 17! Event...
October 15, 2026
What's Cooking? A Great Start to the School Year for KSD Food Services!
Kearney School District's Southwest Foodservice Excellence (SFE) partners have been busy serving up nutritious meals, introducing new menu options and helping make the start of the school year spec...
October 14, 2026
KSD News Update (Oct. 8, 2026)
Bulldog News Update October 8, 2026 Share Your Feedback: Great Schools = Great Community Online Surveys Kearney School District is continuing its Great Schools = Great Community public engagement w...
October 8, 2026
Student Voices Help Shape KSD's Future
Kearney School District students are helping shape the future of our schools!As part of KSD's Long-Range Facility Planning process, Superintendent Dr. Emily Miller is meeting with secondary student...
October 8, 2026
Please Watch & Respond: Great Schools = Great Community Overview
Kearney School District is continuing the Great Schools = Great Community public engagement initiative, and we are asking families, staff, students, residents and community members to take a few mi...
October 8, 2026
KHS Girls Golf Earns Second-Straight Conference Title
Congratulations to the Kearney High School Girls Golf team on capturing its second consecutive conference championship!The Bulldogs finished with a team score of 363, ahead of Smithville's 389, and...
October 8, 2026
KHS Volleyball Rallies Around Team Kolby
Kearney High School Volleyball is inviting our Bulldog community to come together for a special Cancer Night at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13, in support of 10-year-old Kolby and his family. Kolby is ...
October 5, 2026
KHS Varsity Cheer is State Bound!
Congratulations to the Kearney High School Varsity Cheer team, which punched its ticket to State with an outstanding third-place finish at the Regional Cheerleading Competition on Saturday, Oct. 3,...
October 5, 2026
KSD News Update (Oct. 1, 2026)
Bulldog News Update October 1, 2026 Share Your Feedback: Great Schools = Great Community Online Surveys Kearney School District is continuing its Great Schools = Great Community public engagement w...
October 1, 2026
Recess Forever Brings Retired Bulldogs Back Together
Kearney School District was delighted to welcome members of Recess Forever back to Kearney Junior High on Wednesday, Sept. 30, for the group’s annual luncheon.Recess Forever is a group created for ...
October 1, 2026
Bulldog Football Heads to St. Pius Friday Night
The Kearney High School Football team is back in action Friday night against St. Pius, and Bulldog fans planning to make the trip should keep a couple of important game-day details in mind.Parking ...
October 1, 2026
KHS Yearbook Earns All-Missouri Honors
Congratulations to the 2025-2026 Kearney High School yearbook staff for earning an outstanding All-Missouri rating from the Missouri Interscholastic Journalism Association!The students earned an in...
October 1, 2026
KHS Theatre Presents Freaky Friday
Kearney High School Theatre is getting ready to bring Disney’s Freaky Friday: A New Musical to the KHS Auditorium this November!Based on the beloved Mary Rodgers novel and the Disney films, Freaky ...
October 1, 2026
KSD Winter Sports Registration and Tryout Information
Winter sports are just around the corner, and families can help make sure student-athletes are ready to participate by completing their Activities Registration in PowerSchool before the first day o...
October 1, 2026
Learn About Running for the KSD Board of Education at Nov. 10 Information Session
Community members interested in learning more about serving on the Kearney School District Board of Education are invited to attend a Board of Education Candidate Information Session from 5:30 to 6...
September 30, 2026
Please Share Your Feedback: Great Schools = Great Community Online Surveys
Kearney School District is continuing the Great Schools = Great Community public engagement initiative.This work focuses on two important areas: long-term financial stability and long-range facilit...
September 30, 2026
Support the KHS Marching Band at the Mattress Sale Fundraiser
Need a new mattress? The Kearney High School Band Mattress Fundraiser is coming up Sunday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Kearney High School. For one day only, KHS will be transformed into a ma...
September 29, 2026
Dogwood Bulldogs Make Birthdays Brighter
Dogwood Elementary students found a sweet way to give back during Homecoming Week!The Dogwood community joined forces with Kearney High School to collect supplies for Birthday Kits for the Kearney ...
September 28, 2026
Bulldogs Give Back During Homecoming Week
Homecoming Week was about much more than parades, football and school spirit this year. Our Bulldogs also found an opportunity to give back.Kearney High School’s Service Day Committee organized a f...
September 28, 2026
The Bulldogs Race to A Homecoming Win!
The Kearney High School Football team capped off Homecoming Week in a big way Friday night with a 72-7 victory over Winnetonka High School.The Bulldogs jumped out quickly, building a 37-0 lead in t...
September 28, 2026
A Little Rain Couldn't Stop the Bulldogs
Rain fell throughout yesterday’s 2026 Homecoming Parade, but it certainly didn’t dampen the Bulldog spirit in downtown Kearney!Students, staff, families and community members filled the parade rout...
September 26, 2026
The Hill at Bulldog Stadium Closed Tonight Due to Weather
Bulldog families heading to tonight’s Kearney High School 2026 Homecoming football game should be aware that the grass hill at Bulldog Stadium will be closed this evening due to today’s rain and th...
September 25, 2026
The 2026 Homecoming Parade Is Ready to Roll!
Get ready, Bulldogs: THE 2026 HOMECOMING PARADE IS A GO!!! We're not letting a little rain keep us from celebrating our amazing Kearney School District students, staff members and community! Race (...
September 25, 2026
KSD News Update (Sept. 24, 2026)
Bulldog News Update September 24, 2026 Bulldog Homecoming Parade Ready to Roll Through Downtown Kearney One of Kearney School District’s favorite Homecoming traditions returns tomorrow as Bulldogs ...
September 24, 2026
Start Thanksgiving with a Bulldog Tradition: 2026 Turkey Trot
Registration is now open for one of Kearney’s favorite Thanksgiving traditions!The 15th Annual KSD Education Foundation Turkey Trot will step off at 8:30 a.m. Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov. 2...
September 24, 2026
Centurions Lend a Hand at KJH and KHS
Kearney School District was grateful to welcome members of the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce Centurions yesterday afternoon, Sept. 23, for a hands-on afternoon of service supporting KSD s...
September 24, 2026
REMINDER: KSD Schools On Half-Day Schedule for Sept. 25, 2026
Kearney School District will follow a half-day schedule on Friday, Sept. 25, so our Bulldogs can participate in and enjoy the 2026 Homecoming Parade, which will begin at 2 p.m. in downtown Kearney....
September 24, 2026
Bulldog Homecoming Parade Ready to Roll Through Downtown Kearney
One of Kearney School District’s favorite Homecoming traditions returns tomorrow as Bulldogs of all ages take over downtown Kearney for the 2026 KHS Homecoming Parade.The parade will begin at 2 p.m...
September 24, 2026
KSD Board of Education Meeting Recap: Sept. 23, 2026
The Kearney School District Board of Education met Wednesday, Sept. 23, with much of the evening focused on student service, district finances and operations, academic planning, and connections bet...
September 24, 2026
Feed Northland Kids Partnership Supports KSD Families
A strong community shows up for its families, and the first Feed Northland Kids drive-thru food pantry of the school year was a wonderful example of that support in action.The first distribution se...
September 21, 2026
Important Reminders for the 2026 Homecoming Parade
As Kearney School District gets ready for one of our community’s favorite traditions, here are a couple of important Homecoming reminders for Bulldog families:Homecoming ParadeThe 2026 KHS Homecomi...
September 18, 2026
KSD News Update (Sept. 17, 2026)
Bulldog News Update September 17, 2026 Join Us This Evening for the Final Great Schools = Great Community Meeting Kearney School District will host the final meeting in the initial round of our Gre...
September 17, 2026
Help Save a Life at the KHS HOSA Blood Drive
Kearney High School HOSA students are inviting our community to roll up their sleeves and help save lives during their upcoming blood drive.The Community Blood Center is currently experiencing a se...
September 17, 2026
Board of Education to Hold Annual Tax Rate Hearing
The Kearney School District Board of Education will hold its annual public hearing to consider the district’s property tax rate at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 23, at the KSD Administrative Office, 425 ...
September 17, 2026
200 WINS FOR COACH BIRCHFIELD!
Congratulations to Kearney High School Head Softball Coach Katelyn Birchfield, who earned her 200th career victory with the Bulldogs in KHS’s 4-2 win over Smithville!The Bulldogs had to battle for ...
September 17, 2026
Accident Involving KSD School Bus
An accident involving a Kearney School District bus operated by Durham Transportation Services and another vehicle occurred this morning near the intersection of State Route 92 and Jesse James Road...
September 16, 2026
Bulldogs Sing Success with All-District Choir Honors
Thirty-one Kearney High School Choir students traveled to Missouri Western State University on Saturday, Sept. 12, for the Northwest Missouri Choral Directors Association District Choir Auditions. ...
September 15, 2026
KHS Senior Earns National Merit Recognition
Congratulations to Kearney High School senior Luke Vanderstel, who has been named a Commended Student in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program!This national recognition honors students who de...
September 15, 2026
Get Ready to Race to the 2026 KHS Homecoming Parade!
In a continuation of a great community tradition, Kearney High School is getting ready to Race to Homecoming 2026!This year’s KHS Homecoming Parade will begin at 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, bringing K...
September 14, 2026
KSD News Update (Sept. 10, 2026)
Bulldog News Update September 10, 2026 Help Shape the Future of Our KSD Community Kearney School District is hosting several Public Sharing and Listening Events this September as part of our Great ...
September 10, 2026
Race to Fill the Pantry during KHS Homecoming Week!
Kearney High School students are putting service at the center of this year’s Homecoming celebration with a community-wide Race to Fill the Pantry!The KHS Service Committee selected the Kearney Foo...
September 10, 2026
Community Food Drive to Support KSD Students
Our community has an opportunity next week to come together in service and help ensure local children have access to food when they are away from school.As part of the 9/11 National Day of Service,...
September 4, 2026
Show Your Bulldog Pride & Support the KHS Prom
Those Bulldog yard signs you see all around Kearney School District are back!Kearney High School is once again offering Bulldog yard signs as a fundraiser for the 2026 KHS Prom. Proceeds from every...
September 4, 2026
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