About Us

Kewanee Community Unit District #229

Administrative Office

1001 N. Main Street

Kewanee, IL  61443

Phone: (309) 853-3341

Fax: (309) 852-5504

Email

 

School District Philosophy:

 

The School District, in an active partnership with parents and community, will promote excellence in a caring environment in which all students learn and grow.  This partnership aims to empower all students to develop strong self-respect and to become responsible learners and decision-makers.  The School District is committed to developing and using a visionary and innovative curriculum, a knowledgeable and dedicated staff, and sound fiscal and management practices.

 

From this philosophy the following mission, vision, portrait of a graduate, and Boilermaker Promise are derived.

 

Motto:

Inspire the Mind. Honor the Heart.

Mission Statement:

We educate the whole child by inspiring intellectual curiosity and honoring each student’s emotional and personal growth.

Vision Statement:

KCUSD 229 will be a district where academic achievement and character development go hand in hand.

Portrait of a Boilermaker Graduate:

Boilermaker Graduates will have the heart of service, a commitment to excellence, and a vision for the future.

The Boilermaker Promise:

The Boilermaker Promise is a promise we keep to support the students, the staff, the District, and the community by doing our best work daily.