Kankakee, IL – Families with students at Edison Primary School are facing sudden changes after Kankakee School District 111 announced the immediate closure of part of the school due to structural safety concerns identified this month.
According to Kankakee School District 111, an independent engineering firm conducted a structural assessment on December 22 and advised the district to stop using the 1958 addition of the Edison Primary School building immediately. District officials said the decision was made out of an abundance of caution, with student and staff safety as the top priority.
As a result, all Edison Primary students and staff will be relocated to new learning sites. While preparations are underway, students will temporarily shift to remote learning from Tuesday, January 6, through Friday, January 9, 2026.
District officials said staff will use that time to prepare classrooms and learning spaces at the new locations. In-person instruction is scheduled to resume Monday, January 12, 2026, once relocation efforts are complete.
The school district acknowledged the abrupt nature of the announcement, noting that families, staff, and the broader Kankakee community may feel unsettled by the sudden transition. District leaders emphasized their commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming learning environment during the relocation process.
Additional information — including details on the new school sites and transportation arrangements — is expected to be shared as plans are finalized.
Edison Primary School serves families in Kankakee County, part of the greater Kankakee metropolitan area in northern Illinois. Parents are encouraged to monitor official district communications for updates in the coming days.
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