August 25, 2026
Board Brief from August 24th
Last night’s Board Brief included important updates and information for our Kankakee School District 111 families and community.In this week’s highlights, hear from Dr. Teresa A. Lance, Cheryl Lewi...
Kankakee School District 111
One Community, One District, One Vision, for ALL Children
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August 25, 2026
Last night’s Board Brief included important updates and information for our Kankakee School District 111 families and community.In this week’s highlights, hear from Dr. Teresa A. Lance, Cheryl Lewi...
August 19, 2026
REMINDER: EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAYS START IN SEPTEMBER! Beginning in September, KSD111 will begin again Early Release Wednesdays to provide dedicated time for our teachers and staff to collaborate, ...
August 16, 2026
As we prepare for the first day of school tomorrow, may we begin this new year with laughter, purpose, and a strong sense of what it means to be a Kay. May we work together to make Kays known for b...
August 6, 2026
The first day of school is almost here, and we want every student to be ready to start on August 17.Per Board policy and Illinois requirements, students who are not medically compliant with require...
Kankakee School District 111 has completed the RFP process and selected MGT to conduct a comprehensive facilities study. The study will review how our buildings are currently used, assess space needed to support student learning, analyze projected enrollment, and help inform equitable school boundary recommendations. As this work moves forward, we are committed to transparency and keeping families, staff, and the community informed. Click the button below to access documents, videos, timelines, and additional information. Questions may be submitted through the Onflo “Contact Us” feature on our website, and the appropriate team will follow up.



Mission:
Kankakee School District #111 will be recognized as being progressive, innovative and creative. We work together to build ONE community with strong partnerships. We are ONE district committed to increasing student achievement. We have ONE vision of producing globally productive citizens. We do this for the diverse needs of ALL children.
Vision:
Kankakee School District #111 will celebrate the unique diversity our students possess while providing visionary educational opportunities.
At Kankakee School District 111, Hope Starts Here is more than a motto—it’s our commitment to nurturing the potential within every student. By fostering curiosity, creativity, and resilience, we create a foundation where dreams can take root. Through innovation, equity, and high expectations, we are Elevating Excellence—empowering our students, staff, and community to reach new heights together.