🔔Reminder: The Kearny School District will its regular Board of Education Meeting:
⌚7 pm
📌Kearny High School: 336 Devon Street
The public is welcome to attend.
¡Primer Concurso de Ortografía en Español!
¡El 22 de abril de 2025 celebramos nuestro primer Concurso de Ortografía en Español, siguiendo las reglas oficiales del National Spanish Spelling Bee! Dieciocho estudiantes increíbles compitieron durante 7 rondas intensas.
1er lugar (campeona): Emily Alarcón Gallegos, 7º grado
2º lugar: Joselyn Espinoza Morquecho, 8º grado
3er lugar: María Paz Gutiérrez Merizalde, 8º grado
¡Un agradecimiento especial a Ms. Urra, Ms. Suleiman, Ms. Salvat-Vives, Ms. Connolly y Stephani Estrella Tran por ser nuestras juezas invitadas!
First-Ever Spanish Spelling Bee!
On April 22, 2025, we hosted our very first Spanish Spelling Bee, following the official National Spanish Spelling Bee rules! Eighteen amazing students competed across 7 intense rounds.
1st Place Champion: 7th grader Emily Alarcón Gallegos
2nd Place: 8th grader Joselyn Espinoza Morquecho
3rd Place: 8th grader María Paz Gutiérrez Merizalde
Special thanks to Ms. Urra, Ms. Suleiman, Ms. Salvat-Vives, Ms. Connolly, and Stephani Estrella Tran for being our guest judges!
Today we're celebrating our exceptional administrative professionals whose dedication, organization, and support keep our school district running seamlessly - thank you for all that you do. 💼🌟
On April 10, 2025, LMS Mathematics teacher Marcy Fischer attended a screening of Counted Out hosted by the Montclair State University Mathematics Department. The movie depicts how math shapes our future and allows for us to make sense of the world. The screening was followed by a community conversation and discussion panel.
The panel was made up of 5 members of the math community:
-Eliza Leszczynski, a professor at Montclair University
-Kwabena Yeboah, an aspiring mathematics educator
- Darlene Gearhart, principal of Science Park High School
-Marcy Fisher, middle school teacher of mathematics in Kearny
-Paula White, executive director of JerseyCAN, a statewide education policy and advocacy organization
Happy Earth Day from the Kearny School District! 🌎
Beep beep! 🚌 It’s Bus Driver Appreciation Day, and we wanted to stop and wish our district bus drivers a big THANK YOU for providing safe transportation for our students every day!🚦 💛
Hello everyone,
I hope you had a restful spring break! As we enter the final stretch of the school year, here are a few important reminders:
Shorts are now allowed, but they must be school-appropriate: khaki or black in color, with no spandex or biker shorts.
State testing begins Monday, May 5th. An adjusted schedule will be shared later this week.
If you’ve been sleeping in, it’s time to reset those alarms—PD1 starts promptly at 8:20 AM.
Thanks, and enjoy your day!
🐰 The Kearny School District wishes all our families a hoppy Easter filled with joy, love, and sweet moments together!
Wishing our Kearny families a joyful and meaningful Passover! 🕊️ May this week be filled with peace, reflection, and cherished moments with loved ones.
🌸 Wishing our entire school community a relaxing and refreshing Spring Break! 🌞 All schools will be closed from Monday, April 14 through Monday, April 21. We look forward to welcoming students and staff back on Tuesday, April 22!
Hudson TMA's annual Learn to Ride classes will be held on Saturday, May 10 at Kearny High School from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Children must have a parent/guardian present at all times. See the attached flyer for more information.
April 7–11 is National Assistant Principals Week! A big thank you to our amazing Assistant Principals for all the ways you contribute to the success of our schools! #APWeek25
📚April is National School Library Month and today marks National School Librarian Day! We are celebrating all of our incredible librarians who inspire our students with a love of reading and empower our curious minds every day. From finding the perfect book to supporting research and digital literacy, our librarians create welcoming spaces for our lifelong learners! 💫
🎇Thank you to our district Media Specialists: Mrs. Amenta, Ms. Bird, Mrs. Curry, Mrs. Humphrey, Mrs. Lupo and Mrs. Melker for all that you do!
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
Wishing our community a joyous Eid Al-Fitr! May this day bring peace, happiness, and blessings to all who celebrate. ✨🌙
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!
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
