68th Edition March 5, 2026
Mark Your Calendar
- March 8 Daylight Savings Time Starts
- Click "Important Dates and Events" for more information.
Top Things to Know (NEW)
- Kaneland Arts Initiative (KAI) proudly presents the Midwest premiere of MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS! Join us for this heartwarming, all-ages musical based on the beloved children’s book, March 6–8 at the Kaneland Meredith Academic Cafetorium. Showtimes: March 6 at 7pm; March 7 at 12pm & 3pm; March 8 at 2pm. Click Here for tickets.
- Learn more about the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) for Spring 2026, including the test’s purpose, key dates, and make-up dates. Access sample test questions and visit the IAR parent portal for helpful resources and updates. Click Here to watch the video. Click Here for the presentation. Click Here for Spanish version.
- KHS Basketball: Kaneland Knights take on Crystal Lake South this Friday, March 6, at 7:00 pm! The game will be held at Woodstock North, 3000 Raffel Road, Woodstock, IL. Tickets are $7 (plus processing fee) and must be purchased on GoFan—no cash sales or passes. Get your tickets by Clicking Here. Watch the game live by Clicking Here.
- Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-27 school year is still open. Click Here to sign up!
- Preschool Interest Application Open! The Preschool Interest Application for the 2026-2027 school year will be available on our website beginning February 7, 2026. Key dates to remember: Application Opens: February 7, 2026; Application Deadline: March 13, 2026; Preschool Lottery: March 16, 2026; Parent Confirmation Emails Sent: March 20, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to apply and secure your spot!
- Save the date for the Kaneland Special Needs Craft & Vendor Show on Saturday, April 11, at Harter Middle School from 9 am-3 pm! Shop for Mother’s Day gifts, enjoy a bake sale and raffles, and check out the Resource Fair from 9 am-12 pm.
- Join us for the annual Kaneland Baseball and Softball Pig Roast Family Fun Night 2026! Enjoy a delicious pig roast dinner from 6–8 pm and help support our teams. Walk-ins are welcome, but pre-purchased tickets are encouraged for planning. Click Here for ticket info and prices.
- Utility work near Kaneland High School (KHS) and Kaneland Meredith Academic Center (KMAC) will cause planned power outages. KHS will be affected on Sunday, March 8, from 8am–12pm, and KMAC on Sunday, March 15, from 8am–12pm (weather permitting).
Top Things to Know (Repeated Reminders)
1. Class of 2026: Senior Trip to play Whirlyball, bowling, and laser tag, and then head to the Sox/Cubs game. Class of 2026 interested in attending, please Click Here to fill out the form. 2. Summer School Update: There will not be 6th-8th-grade summer sessions this year. Elementary & high school programs continue as planned. Incoming 6th graders—sign up for our JumpStart program (Aug 3-7) to get ready for middle school! Click Here for details.
Celebrations & Achievements
Congratulations to 4th-grade KIPLA student Alex O. for advancing in the regional spelling bee and earning a spot in the Kane County Finals Regional Bee! We are incredibly proud of this achievement!
Congratulations to KHS student Angelina G. on achieving her third consecutive state championship in girls wrestling
Kaneland Board
The next regular Kaneland Board of Education meeting takes place on Monday, March 16 at 7:00 p.m. at Kaneland Harter Middle School. Finance/Facility, Community Engagement, Education, and HR 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.