October 2024

The Kirby School District 140 Board of Education recognized several outstanding student and staff achievements at its October 17 meeting. Grissom and Prairie View middle schools were honored for their innovation, leadership, and educational excellence in integrating technology into the classroom. 

Additionally, the Board recognized the Grissom girls’ cross-country team for winning the Southwest Interscholastic Conference (SWIC) Championship, showcasing their dedication and teamwork in both the championship and open races. The Grissom girls' softball team was also celebrated for clinching a SWIC Championship title, marking an impressive 14-0 perfect season of outstanding athletic performance. Both teams displayed extraordinary teamwork and sportsmanship throughout their seasons.

The Grissom Middle School girls’ cross-country team is coached by Katie Ryan and Dianne Raslavicz and includes Vivan B., Brooklyn D., Payton D., Brianna D., Megan D., Aaliyah E., Emma F., Magda G., Grace G., Rowan G., Ellen H., Vera H., Riegan K., Kate K., Layla K., Rowan M., Rosie M., Kassandra M., Adeline M., Camryn P., Eleanor R., Emily R., London R., Samantha R., Heidi S., Sydney S., Alie S., Olivia S., Lanie S., Mackenzie T., and Madelyn V. 

Coached by Jan O’Neil, the school team roster includes Sadeel A., Kim B., Cece C., Elizabeth C., Peyton G., Olivia H., Maddie H., Avery H., Emily L., Mackenzie L., Becca M., Lily M., Mackenzie P., Anna S., Vivian S., Reagan W. and team managers Sawyer R. and Carlie M.

August 2024

We want to extend a heartfelt welcome to our newest team members, including Katelyn Antonopoulos, Riham Assad, Jade Addison, Hailey Balzer, Julie Berry,  Melissa Brousil, Anne Chobot, Vivian Cui, Kathy Eckert, Beth Farr, Carrie, Fazekas, Corrie Feltman, Brianna Fitts, Nicholas Forlenza, Katherine Fricano, Mary Kate Green, Allie Harris, Leana Hasan, Rima Hatamleh, Cassie Hosman, Cameron Kavanaugh, Laura Karczewski, Laura Koehler, Sabrina LaFlame, Anne Lasecki, Gianna Lemus, Amanda Lindenberg, Katherine Luebke, Ashley Mefford, Margaret Mesch, Dana Messina, Madeline Monahan, Lisa O’Donovan, Karla Otte, Katelynn, Schouten, and Amanda Welch.

Welcome to our school family! May your year be filled with meaningful connections, exciting challenges, and countless opportunities to make a difference in the lives of our students.

July 2024

D140’s Special Olympics State team was recognized at the July Board of Education meeting for their outstanding performance at the Summer State Games held June 7 - 8 at Illinois State University.

Ten student-athletes competed in the standing long jump, shot put, softball throw, 50-meter run, and 100-meter run. The team brought home one gold medal, three silver medals, three bronze medals, a fifth-place ribbon, a sixth-place ribbon, and three participation ribbons. 

Congratulations to Jeremiah A., Samir A., Caitlin C., Benjamin C., Erin D., Dylan F., Gabe J., Timmy O., Rickson R-D., and Jake Y. 

A big THANKS goes out to Special Olympic Coordinator Ashley Krizik and everyone who came out to support the team!