Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, and we’re celebrating the incredible individuals whose dedication, patience, and support make a difference every day! 🎉 The Kearny School District appreciates you today and always! 🤍🖤❤️
🌍💙 The Kearny School District believes the world needs all kinds of minds - curious, logical, creative, deliberate, reserved, extroverted. Every unique perspective strengthens our community and enriches our schools. Today, on World Autism Awareness Day, we celebrate the beauty of neurodiversity and reaffirm our commitment to inclusion, understanding, and support for all learners. Together, we #LightItUpBlue for a brighter, more accepting world! 💙♾️ #WorldAutismAwarenessDay
Franklin School: Ms. Russo took her students on a little walk today to look for signs of Spring!
Franklin School: Ms. Cunha's Pre-K 3 students concluded their study on Reduce, Reuse, Recycle with a visit from Cali Carting. The children observed how the garbage truck operates and how it compacts the waste inside. They also had the opportunity to ask questions about the truck.
Wishing our community a joyous Eid Al-Fitr! May this day bring peace, happiness, and blessings to all who celebrate. ✨🌙
Our Franklin family glowed up the night with an evening full of hands-on fun! From glowing fairy jars to slime that lit up the room, our students and families shined bright in every activity. STEAM glow stick cities, cup stacking battles, and creativity were on full display! Thanks for making our Family Engagement Night a brilliant success! ✨💡 #GlowBigOrGlowHome #FranklinFamilyFun
To wrap up the Kearny School District Elementary Wellness Week, we encourage you to take a moment for mindfulness:
A good night’s sleep = a better you! 💤 Try these 3 sleep tips tonight:
🕰️ Stick to a schedule – Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep daily.
📴 Limit screen time – Turn off electronics 30 minutes before bed.
☕ Avoid caffeine late in the day – Swap soda or coffee for herbal tea!
Let’s make rest a priority this Wellness Week!
Franklin School: The Dental and Medical students from Kearny High School came to teach our preschool classes about brushing our teeth, eating healthy foods, and exercising! 🦷🪥🩺🍎🍽️💪🏼
Franklin School: Congratulations to our Emoji Story Title of the Week Winners! Grace Tirado, Veda Lopes, and Yaiza Bustamante!
Franklin School: Future paleontologists at work! 🦕🔎 Our 1st grade KEEP students carefully excavated 'fossils' in a Cookie Dig, just like real scientists! 🍪🦴 #FutureScientists #CookieFossilDig #HandsOnLearning
Franklin School: The students in Ms. Kearns' Pre-K class are exploring the fascinating world of light. Today, they had the chance to experience their classroom planetarium, where they marveled at the stunning views of stars twinkling in the night sky.
In celebration of the Kearny School District Elementary Wellness Week, we encourage all of our community members to take a moment for mindfulness:
Feeling stressed? Try the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique to bring your mind to the present: 5 things you can see
4 things you can hear
3 things you can touch
2 things you can smell
1 thing you can taste
This quick exercise helps reduce anxiety and boost focus. Give it a try! 🌟 #MindfulnessMatters #WellnessWeek
In honor of the Kearny School District Elementary Wellness Week, we encourage all of our community members to take a moment for mindfulness:
Did you know? Drinking water can improve your focus and energy! 💧 Make it fun by:
✅ Setting a water reminder on your phone.
✅ Adding fresh fruit for a flavor boost! 🍓🍋
✅ Keeping a bottle at your desk and taking small sips throughout the day.
In celebration of the Kearny School District Elementary School Wellness Week, we encourage our community to take a break for mindfulness:
Pause. Breathe. Reset. 🌿 Take 2 minutes for a mindfulness break today:
1️⃣ Close your eyes and take a deep inhale through your nose.
2️⃣ Hold for 3 seconds.
3️⃣ Exhale slowly through your mouth.
4️⃣ Repeat 5 times.
Feeling calmer already? Try this before a test or meeting! 🧘♀️ #MindfulMoments #WellnessWeek
In celebration of the Kearny School District Elementary Wellness Week, we encourage our community to take a moment for mindfulness:
No time for a workout? No problem! Try these 3 easy chair exercises to stay active while sitting:
✔️ Seated Leg Lifts – Lift one leg at a time, hold for a few seconds, and switch!
✔️ Chair Twists – Rotate your torso side to side for a core stretch.
✔️ Shoulder Rolls – Roll shoulders forward and backward to release tension.
💡 Tip: Move every 30 minutes to keep your body feeling great! Try these during class or at your desk. #WellnessWeek #MoveMore
The Franklin School PSD/ABA classes are using their new communication board outside on the playground. They were very interested in it and even had some of the students tell us "I want play" and "I want slide". This will help them communicate with their friends and teachers!
#Everyonecommunicatesdifferently
🌿✨ Elementary School Wellness Week kicks off on Monday, March 24th! ✨☀️ Kearny School District invites all families to "Take a Moment for Mindfulness." Whether it’s a moment of self-care or an outdoor activity with friends, embracing mindfulness helps us recharge and find balance. 🧘♂️💚
Join us in prioritizing well-being and celebrating the power of mindfulness together! 🌟 #MindfulMoments #WellnessWeek #KearnySchoolDistrict 🖤❤️🤍
The Kearny School District is seeking paraprofessionals for our classrooms. Apply today at https://www.applitrack.com/kearny/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1
Franklin School: Creativity shines bright in KEEP! 🌈✨ Our kindergarteners took on the challenge of building a rainbow using limited materials—problem-solving and teamwork at its best! #STEMChallenge #CreativeKids
Franklin School: The PTA is happy to announce that the Scholastic Book Fair is happening this week: Thursday, March 20th and Friday, March 21st. We will be having a PTA Meeting on Wednesday March 19th at 6:30pm in the auditorium. Following the meeting, we will be setting up for the book fair. We would love your help!
If you are interested in volunteering during the book fair or have any questions, please email vlydecker@kearnyschools.com.
