Franklin School: KEEP Teachers Mrs. Kyak and Mrs. Melker invited some 4th graders to take on a frosty STEM challenge! ❄️ Using limited materials, they designed and built ski lift chairs to transport skiers up the mountain. Creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving were in full swing! 🎿🛠️ #WinterSTEM #FutureEngineers #HandsOnLearning
Franklin School: Mrs. Melker's 1st grade KEEP classes transformed into fairytale engineers! Using only a few simple materials, they designed and built ziplines to help Little Red Riding Hood safely deliver her basket to Grandma. Creative problem-solving and teamwork made this STEM story come to life! 🧺🌲✨ #FairyTaleEngineers #STEMFun #CreativeLearning
Franklin School: As part of their "Cameras" Unit, Mrs. Gleason's PreK-4 class had fun crating their own cameras to take pictures around the class! Say CHEESE!
📣Reminder! In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all Kearny School District schools will be closed on Monday, January 20th. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 21st on a regular schedule.
Franklin School: Our second-grade enrichment students channeled their inner architects today! 🏙️✨ They designed creative floor plans for their dream spaces in our architectural unit. The future of design is looking bright! 🏠💡 #YoungArchitects #KEEPExplorers #BuildingDreams
Franklin School: Once upon a time, our first-grade KEEP students became fairytale engineers! 🏰✨ They designed and built contraptions to help Rapunzel escape her high tower—creativity and problem-solving at its finest! 🚀💡 #FutureEngineers #FairytaleSTEM #KEEPAdventures
Franklin School: The 5th grade visited Mrs. McSorley’s 4th grade science students to participate in the annual 4th Grade Arcade. 4th grade students were tasked with creating a working machine from nothing but cardboard. Success!
🔔Reminder! The Kearny School District will hold its Regular Board Meeting:
📅Monday, January 6, 2025
📍Board Office: 127 Midland Avenue
🕧7pm
The public is welcome to attend.
January is School Board Recognition Month. We extend our thanks to the Kearny School District board members who volunteer their time to lead our public schools. Join us as we celebrate their dedication and service to ensure the success of our students.
🎉 Happy New Year from the Kearny School District! Here’s to a 2025 filled with growth, connection, and endless possibilities for our students, staff, and community! 💫
Habari Gani? ✨ As Kwanzaa begins, we honor the principles of unity, self-determination, and collective work. The Kearny School District wishes our community a meaningful and joyful celebration. ❤️🖤💚
Let the light of the menorah shine bright this Hanukkah season! 🕎 The Kearny School District sends warm wishes for love, joy, and peace to all who celebrate. ✨
May your days be merry and bright! ✨ The Kearny School District wishes our students, families, and staff a joyful Christmas filled with peace, love, and warmth. 🎁🎅❄️
Franklin School: 12 Days of I-Ready Reading Contest winners!
Franklin School Pre-K students wrapped up their clothing study with a special visit from the Kearny Fire Department! They learned all about how the firefighter's clothing and equipment helps keep them safe and protected. Thank you KFD for a great visit!
Franklin School: Congratulations to our "Emoji Story Title of the Week" Winners, Nani Chapman Davis and Steven Arias!
Franklin School: Congratulations to another one of our Ugly Sweater Winners! Summer Tice!
Franklin School: Congratulations to our Holiday Ugly Sweater Contest winner, Joshua Oliveira!
Franklin School: Dr. Cali joined us in constructing a shelf for the elf!
Franklin School's Student Council distributed over 100 ornaments from their Franklin Falcon Ornament Sale to the staff and students. The members of the Student Council will vote on what foundation they would like to donate their proceeds to! Thank you to everyone who supported the Ornament Sale. The Franklin School Student Council would like to wish everyone a very joyous and happy holiday season!
