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John A. Bannes Elementary School News

Winning the annual Fire Prevention Poster Contest has its perks. On Monday, October 23rd, a Bannes Elementary second grader from Ms. Salvador’s class was awarded a ride to school ...

During Red Ribbon Week, schools across the nation join together to promote a drug-free lifestyle and encourage students to make positive, healthy choices.

When we stand together, no one stands alone! Students and staff are encouraged to wear orange on Unity Day, Wednesday, October 25th ...

Congratulations to this year’s winners of the Tinley Park Fire Department’s 46th annual Fire Prevention Poster Contest. This year's theme was ...

Congratulations to our Bannes Bobcats of the Week! These students were chosen by their teachers for their outstanding character and leadership qualities.

KSD 140 celebrates Columbus Day on Monday, October 9th. No School.

Congratulations to our Bannes Bobcats of the Week! These students were chosen by their teachers for their outstanding character and leadership qualities.

D140’s email system upgrade may result in service interruptions over the upcoming weekend. Beginning Friday, September 29th at 3:00 pm and continuing through Sunday, October 1st ...

Bannes will be hosting our annual Book Fair during the last week in September. See details ...

Congratulations to our Bannes Bobcats of the Week! These students were chosen by their teachers for their outstanding character and leadership qualities. We commend them for ...

Congratulations to our Bannes Bobcats of the Week! These students were chosen by their teachers for their outstanding character and leadership qualities. We commend them for ...

Vote for Bolt!

September 22, 2017

Please join us in supporting our students by voting for Bolt (Fernway Park Elementary School) on the village’s official ballot. Public voting closes at 5 p.m. on Friday, September 29th ...

Just a reminder ... Thursday, September 21st is a START Day. Elementary schools will be dismissed at ...

Congratulations to our Bannes Bobcats of the Week! These students were chosen by their teachers for their outstanding character and leadership qualities. We commend them for ...

As part of their National Fire Prevention Week campaign, our local fire departments visit KSD 140 elementary schools in September and October in order to educate our students about all aspects of fire safety and prevention ...

Congratulations to our Bannes Bobcats of the Week! These students were chosen by their teachers for their outstanding character and leadership qualities ...

Drumming Up Character in D140

September 11, 2017

The elementary schools in Kirby School District 140 participated in the Dancing Drums “Drumming Up Character” musical program last week! Dancing Drum is a high-energy assembly ...

Thanks for Your Support!

September 5, 2017

KSD 140 would like to thank the students and families who donated items in support of Orland Hills’ Operation Friendship. Trustee Kyle Hastings and several volunteers arrived in Katy, Texas on Sept. 4th with six trucks loaded with 66,000 lbs. of supplies ...

KSD 140 celebrates Labor Day on Monday, September 4th. No School.

Please join us in supporting Orland Hills' Operation Friendship - Donation Collection for The State of Texas. Operation Friendship is a collective effort from individuals, schools, and neighbors of Orland Hills to support the State of Texas in their time of need. Orland Hills is requesting ...

Principal Kowalski and the entire Bannes staff would like to extend a warm welcome to our students and their families.

Hot Lunch and Snack Day orders are due by September 1st. Click here to place your online order today!

Welcome to the 2017-18 School Year! Open House dates and times are as follows ...

Click on the links below to view your school's supply list ...

Welcome! KSD 140 elementary principals and kindergarten teachers will meet with kindergarten students and their parents during the third week of August.

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