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Virgil I. Grissom Middle School News

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Check out the latest KSD 140 Connection!

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Happy Holidays! 2021

December 15, 2021

As Winter Break approaches, we would like to wish the students, parents, staff, and community members a happy and healthy holiday season!

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On Monday, December 13, seventh-grader Samuel O. was awarded a ride to school aboard a Tinley Park fire truck for her winning submission in the city-wide contest.

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This week, KSD 140 middle school students met with representatives from the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) as part of the “I Chose My Future” Drug Prevention Program.

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In an effort to expand opportunities for student voice, the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council (SSAC) meets regularly throughout the school year and allows the superintendent to gather feedback directly from D140 students.

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Please join in the fun as we count down the days until Winter Break!

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Looking to add some holiday pep to your step? Check out our upcoming D140 band and chorus winter performances!

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Parent/Teacher Conferences are scheduled in all KSD 140 elementary and middle schools on Monday, November 22 from 1 - 8 p.m. and Tuesday, November 23 from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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As part of Project RIDE (Reinforcement in Drug Education), seventh-grade students in KSD 140 recently met with representatives from the Tinley Park Police Department. The purpose of Project RIDE is...

On Wednesday, November 17, the KSD 140 Jazz Ensemble performed with the Brass Tracks jazz band at the Quarry in Lemont.

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November 15th is School Board Members Day - a time to salute the work of our volunteer school board members and to celebrate public education.

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NJHS is sponsoring a canned food drive from November 16-18.

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On Saturday, November 13, several KSD 140 band members performed at the ILMEA Jazz Festival.

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First-quarter student report cards can be viewed through your Infinite Campus Parent Portal at the end of the school day on Friday, November 12.

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Grissom’s Student Council is sponsoring a Winter Clothing Drive Wednesday, November 10 through Wednesday, November 17.

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Thank you to everyone that purchased a bracelet during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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D140 students and staff are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue to commemorate Veterans Day on Thursday, November 11.

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We are sharing this information proactively with our community for those who are interested in learning more about vaccine clinics in the area.

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We would like to call your attention to a calendar oversight regarding Winter Break. Th...

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On Saturday, November 6, several KSD 140 band members were selected to participate in the  Illinois Music Educators Association Jr. Honor Band and Orchestra Festival.

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Intramurals are offered to any 6th, 7th, and 8th grade student who wishes to participate. Students meet in the mornings...

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Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held in all KSD 140 elementary and middle schools on Monday, November 22 from 1:00 - 8:00 pm. and Tuesday, November 23 from 8:00 am. - 3:00 pm.

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Important November dates to mark on your calendar:

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