66th Edition February 19, 2026
Mark Your Calendar
- February 23 Kaneland Board of Education & Committee Meetings
- February 24 Band Concert 7th & 8th Gr.
- February 25 ACDA Regional Begins
- February 27 NO SCHOOL County-Wide Institute Day
- Click "Important Dates and Events" for more information.
Top Things to Know (NEW)
- Early Childhood Planning Survey: We’re planning for the future of Kaneland Early Childhood programs, and we need your input! Please Click Here to complete our survey. Your feedback is vital in helping us shape the best possible programs for our youngest community members.
- Rohlwing Report: Kaneland Superintendent Dr. Kurt Rohlwing visits with the state-bound Chess Team to talk about their season and impressive accomplishments. Hear firsthand from the Chess Team and Coach about what it takes to compete at the highest level and represent Kaneland with pride. Click Here to Watch the Video!
Top Things to Know (Repeated Reminders)
1. Summer School: Save the Date! Kaneland School District is excited to announce our Summer School Program for students in grades K-5 and 6-12! Registration opens on April 6 in Infinite Campus. Help us spread the word. Let’s make this summer a great learning experience! Visit our dedicated Summer School Website for details. 2. Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-27 school year is still open. Click Here to sign up! 3. KHS Yearbooks: They come in different sizes and grade levels, but yearbooks always contain your student's memories of that school year: the people, the clothes, the events and more. You're buying something they will cherish always. Click Here to buy one today! KHS's code is 16655. 4. Kaneland Hall of Fame: Do you know a Kaneland graduate, staff member, or friend who stands out for their excellence or dedication to District 302? The Kaneland Hall of Fame Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2027 induction class! Click Here to submit your nomination by November 30th and help us celebrate those who make Kaneland extraordinary! 5. 5Essentials Survey: We need your participation to generate the reports! We invite all parents to participate in the annual Illinois 5Essentials Survey. This brief, anonymous survey helps us assess school effectiveness and better understand your child’s learning environment. The survey window is open now through March 13, 2026. Click Here to help us reach our participation goals by sharing your input today.
Celebrations & Achievements
Kaneland Boys Basketball won 70-43 at Ottawa on Tuesday night, moving to 29-0 overall and 9-0 in the Interstate 8! Final game of the regular season at LaSalle-Peru on Friday, Feb. 20, 7 p.m.
Our Four Schools, One Book journey with Andy’s Space Friends by Jennifer Hayes has officially reached its exciting conclusion, and what a blast it’s been!
Kaneland Elementary Author Visits!
Kaneland Board
The next regular Kaneland Board of Education meeting takes place on Monday, February 23 at 7:00 p.m. at Kaneland Harter Middle School. Finance/Facility and Community Engagement committees will meet at 6:00 p.m. prior to the board meeting. All of these meetings are open to the public. Watch the Board meeting live by clicking on "Live Stream" in the Board of Education section on our website.
Together We Build
The scheduled Core Planning Committees, comprised of community and staff members have concluded. There will be ongoing feedback meetings as needed. Bid phasing, timeline, and design process information was presented at the Kaneland Board Meeting on January 26, 2026.
Virtual Backpack
Virtual Backpack is a platform for non-profit organizations, schools, booster groups, and partners to promote events, opportunities, and information to students, parents, and the community. Click "Virtual Backpack" below for details.
Parent & Community Resources
Check out our parent & community resources, including informative videos and useful links for families.
Safety & Security
Bullying is a serious issue that can have lasting effects on individuals and communities. Promoting kindness and understanding while standing up against bullying is essential. Click "Safety" below for resources, support, and information on addressing bullying.
Kaneland Arts & Theater
Kaneland Arts & Theater showcases the vibrant creativity and talent within our community. Discover upcoming performances, local artists, and events that celebrate the rich artistic culture of the Kaneland District.