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🍂 This Thanksgiving, we are incredibly grateful for our students, families, educators, and staff who make Kearny School District a community of learning, growth, and support. 🧡 Wishing you a holiday filled with joy, reflection, and togetherness. Please note: All schools will be closed Thursday, November 28th, and Friday, November 29th. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, December 2nd. 🦃✨

📢Attention all 8th grade families! Kearny High School cordially invites you to the annual Freshman Orientation on Monday, December 2nd, from 5:30-8:30 pm.

KHS: The 2024/2025 Field Trip to Rutgers Newark! On November 21st, the Planet Earth class made their 4th annual field trip to the Earth and Space Science Department at Rutgers Newark University. The class learned about a research project testing particulates in the air around Newark Airport, the NJ Turnpike and the port. Students participated in a brainstorming activity with the Newark Geoscience Ecosystem Department. They identified and addressed issues that affect urban ecosystems. A favorite with everyone this year was the Greenhouse in Plant Sciences, where students were introduced to aromatic plants, succulents, and carnivorous plants. We topped off the day with the annual Oil Game, where students learned about finding oil and gas, and what oil companies have to do to make a profit. Two teams tied with a $28 million dollar profit each. Once again, Rutgers welcomed us and provided us with both an educational and an entertaining day.

KHS: The 2024/2025 Field Trip to Rutgers Newark! On November 21st, the Planet Earth class made their 4th annual field trip to the Earth and Space Science Department at Rutgers Newark University. The class learned about a research project testing particulates in the air around Newark Airport, the NJ Turnpike and the port. Students participated in a brainstorming activity with the Newark Geoscience Ecosystem Department. They identified and addressed issues that affect urban ecosystems. A favorite with everyone this year was the Greenhouse in Plant Sciences, where students were introduced to aromatic plants, succulents, and carnivorous plants. We topped off the day with the annual Oil Game, where students learned about finding oil and gas, and what oil companies have to do to make a profit. Two teams tied with a $28 million dollar profit each. Once again, Rutgers welcomed us and provided us with both an educational and an entertaining day.

The Kearny High School Success students enjoyed their annual Thanksgiving feast with their classmates. We are especially grateful for Ms. Hatfield for organizing this event, and for the Spanish Pavilion for their generous donation of turkey and all the trimmings!

🔔Reminder: Wednesday, November 27, 2025 will be a single session. All students in grades PreK-12 will be dismissed at 12:54pm 🔔Kearny School District will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29th for Thanksgiving break.

Thank you to everyone for supporting our Juniors and Seniors at the Powder Puff game yesterday. It was the most exciting game in recent history. A great effort by both teams. Congratulations to our Seniors on their victory. 22-20

📣Reminder! Kearny Public Schools will hold its regular Board of Education meeting tonight - 🗓️ Monday, November 18, 2024 🕖 7pm 📍Board Office: 172 Midland Ave. The public is welcome to attend.

On November 13, the Tenafly Nature Preserve visited LMS, presenting Endangered NJ to our 8th grade students! 🌍🐢 Students explored factors behind animal endangerment and learned how human actions affect biodiversity. They even created a coloring book to raise awareness for over 60 endangered species in New Jersey! Plus, they met Rufus, the yellow rat snake, and Star, a 60-year-old box turtle. 🐍 Want to know more about EcoSchools and how students are learning to protect our planet? Visit https://www.nwf.org/Eco-Schools-US #EcoSchools #EndangeredSpecies #Biodiversity #TenaflyNaturePreserve

Alert College Signing!!!! Congratulations to Olivia Covello on committing to Siena College to continue her soccer playing career. Thank you for all you have done for the Kardinal Athletics program, and best of luck at the next level.

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Month: Miguel BetancourtFootball) and Raquel Lamego(Cheer)

🌎 America Recycles Day is November 15, and small actions lead to big impacts! Each year, millions join in to spread awareness of how recycling reduces waste, saves energy, and conserves valuable resources. The KHS SAVE Club is aiming to collect 1,000 pounds of plastic film to recycle through TREX, a company that transforms plastic waste into outdoor furniture. If we reach our goal by the end of the school year, TREX will gift us a bench made from recycled plastic for our school grounds. So far, we’ve saved 208 pounds of plastic from ending up in landfills! You can help by dropping off items like plastic bags labeled with a 2 or a 4, Amazon packaging, bread/produce bags, and ice bags into the GREEN recycling bins in the main office, counseling, security desk, or any science classroom. Let’s “Turn that stench into a bench!”

Washington School Newscasters enjoyed a memorable experience at Kearny High’s Broadcasting Studio! 🎥 Ms. Afayee's digital team toured Mr. Miller’s studio, where the KHS crew led a lively discussion on the importance of lighting, camera work, and stage managing in TV production.

Today, the Kearny School District celebrates World Kindness Day! Kindness is the foundation of a supportive community. Every act of kindness, big or small, makes a difference. Let’s continue to spread positivity and lift each other up! 💙

Happy National School Psychology Week from Kearny School District! ✨ This year’s theme, Spark Discovery, honors our school psychologists for inspiring ideas, driving change, and expanding opportunities for students. Thank you for empowering our students and supporting our community’s growth!

🌙🦇 Happy International Bat Week! 🦇🌙 The 4th Grade KEEP classes in Franklin School are diving deep into the world of bats through the lens of #DepthandComplexity! Mrs. Cristalli and Mrs. Kyak explored key themes in Stellaluna with students, analyzed adaptations and habitats, and learned about conservation. From identifying “nocturnal” and “echolocation” to reflecting on bats' roles in our ecosystems, we’re using Depth and Complexity Icons to bring this topic to life! 🌎✨

Today, we salute the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of our veterans. Thank you to all who have served our country, from the Kearny School District.

Kearny High School’s ceramics class collaborated with Franklin Preschool classes for the second year in a row. Preschoolers in Ms. Murray, Ms. Bauer, and Ms. Kearns' classes drew monster designs, which Ms. Donnelly’s ceramics students brought to life in clay. On October 30th, high schoolers delivered each preschooler’s monster and read How to Catch a Monster. Mrs. Astrella and Ms. Donnelly led a fun sticker monster activity, and preschoolers enjoyed a gallery walk before taking their clay monsters home!

As we get ready for Election Day, the Pre-K students at Franklin read “Duck For President” and voted!🗳️ Each student received a ballot to vote for Duck🦆 or Farmer Brown👨‍🌾. On Friday, we will count all the votes from all the preschool classes and see who wins!🏆

The Kearny School District wishes everyone celebrating Diwali a joyous and meaningful holiday, filled with light, love, and prosperity.