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February 6, 2026
Bulldog families, if you’re looking for a fun, structured option for your child on days when Kearney School District isn’t in session, the Kearney Enrichment Council has two great opportunities com...
February 5, 2026
Bulldog News Update February 5, 2026 KSD Celebrates National School Counseling Week This week, Kearney School District is proud to recognize National School Counseling Week and the counselors who s...
February 2, 2026
It’s National School Counseling Week, and we’re grateful for the counselors who show up every day to support our Bulldogs, academically, socially and emotionally. This year’s national theme is “Sch...
February 2, 2026
Kearney School District’s kindergarten enrollment opened this morning, Feb. 2, for the 2026-2027 academic year. If you have a child who will be age five on or before July 31, 2026, this is the time...
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