We had so much fun at MCK's Field Day today! Thank you to organizer Beth Saad and to the many parent volunteers who came out to run the activity stations. Physical activity, teambuilding, healthy competition--we covered it all and the kids had a blast!
The Board approved new district administration appointments at last night's meeting. Congratulations to Dr. Greer, Mrs. Schall, and Mrs. McCabe! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1149081
The Board of Education meets on Tuesday, June 13 in WHS Cafe B. 5:30p private session; 6p public meeting resumes beginning with student and staff recognitions. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23. Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
Our MCK Fifth Grade Roller Coaster Kerfuffle took place today and it was AWESOME! Our students designed roller coasters with cardstock templates, scotch tape, and that's it! Each roller coaster had a theme and visitors were challenged to launch a marble from top to bottom. Special thanks to Mr. Will Hannis for taking the lead on this collaborative STEM project and thank you to all of our 5th grade teachers for giving students the opportunity to engage in such meaningful work. We also appreciate the support of our generous PTO. Amazing job, 5th grade engineers!
Today was Wellness Day at McKinley and our students all engaged in activities that focused on health and wellness. From yoga to art to gardening to the amazing therapy dogs, everyone had fun and learned about ways to relax and decompress. Thank you to Mrs. Echeverry and her team for organizing this special day for our students. It was a beautiful day for our school community!
Reminder: Schools will be closed this Friday, May 26 through next Tuesday, May 30.
This week's Madame McKinley's Wax Museum really brought history alive! Thank you to our 4th graders and their teachers for this highly engaging, memorable learning experience. We learned so much from your presentations and we are so very proud of you!
Lots of action at the May 9 BOE meeting, with a celebration of students and staff, the appointment of a new Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, a new Board President and VP, the swearing-in of 3 Board members, and more! https://bit.ly/BOESynopsisMay92023
Congratulations to Dr. Matthew Bolton, appointed Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Programs, effective July 1! https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1110419
Thank you to the Westfield Human Relations Advisory Commission and all who came out to participate in McKinley's Chalk the Walk event today. We enjoyed spreading positivity and good vibes all around the walkways of our school. Peace, love, McKinley!
Board meeting on Tues, 5/9 in WHS Cafe B. New Board members sworn in & Pres/VP elected at 6p; Board then moves into private session. Public portion resumes 7p with student/staff recognition. Agenda: https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23. Livestream: https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
Our 2nd graders are learning about the parts of a flower by dissecting tulips today (thank you PTO for supplying the flowers)!
Congratulations to Mrs. Morris and Mr. Jesse, this year's recipients of the Rotary Club of Westfield's Philhower and Steengrafe Awards. Full story: https://www.westfieldnjk12.org/article/1098510
First graders in Ms. Caruana's class read nonfiction books in their Book Club groups. They then did some research and created posters to present to the class. Public speaking can be a little scary at first but in the end, everyone learned a lot and it was fun!
Thank you to all who voted on the 2023-2024 school district operating budget on Tuesday. In case you missed Dr. González's email to the school community, it is posted on the Superintendent's page on the district website. https://bit.ly/SuperintendentMessages2022-2023
Second grade and fourth grade buddies worked together on an upcycling project to celebrate Earth Day. Students brought in recycling products from home and brainstormed ways to create something new. Thank you to 4-Z and 2-P for these great photos.
Budget Vote/Board Election next Tuesday, April 25! Lots of info on April Budget Vote website portal and under "Board Election" on website's Board tab. Please remember to vote; polls open from 7a to 8p. https://sites.google.com/westfieldnjk12.org/april-vote-2023/budget-snapshot
Beautiful afternoon for our 2023 McKinley Autism Awareness Staff Kickball Game!
All MCK students were dazzled by an inflatable planetarium right in our own gymnasium today. Each grade level visited the SkyDome and experienced an interactive tour of the solar system. Thank you PTO for bringing the SkyDome to McKinley!
Please note that the Board of Education meeting originally scheduled for tomorrow (Tues, 4/18) will be held on Thursday, 4/20 in WHS Cafe B, beginning at 7p. Agenda will be available at https://bit.ly/BOEAgendas2022-23. Livestream at https://bit.ly/BOELiveStream202223
