š“ Look who stopped by our Summer Program! š“ We had an absolute blast hosting REDD from the @NYRedBulls today! ā½ļø He led high-energy warm-ups, handed out endless high-fives, watched our amazing students show off their best Soccer Town USA skills, and even signed some autographs for his biggest fans!
Thank you, Red Bulls, for making this summer day so memorable! A special shoutout to our very own Ms. Tchalabi for matching REDD's energy & doing an amazing job as our MC. šš“
The Special Services Department is proud to announce the winners of this year's Exceptional Aide Nominations. Through their dedication, patience, and compassion, they create positive learning environments where students feel encouraged, understood, and empowered to reach their full potential. Whether providing academic assistance, fostering social and emotional growth, or offering individualized support, these aides consistently demonstrate professionalism and a genuine commitment to the well-being of every child they serve. Their unwavering efforts, often carried out behind the scenes, make a meaningful difference in the lives of students, teachers, and families, helping to strengthen the entire Kearny Schools community.
Toni Lynn Heun - Kearny High School
Alvaro Carrera Carriel - Lincoln Middle School
Maria Oliveira - Schuyler School
Anna Dischler - Roosevelt School
Alexandra Malaquais Bittle - Washington School
Mercedes Zapata - Garfield School
Maria Hernandez - Franklin School
Toni Lynn Heun - Kearny High School
Alvaro Carrera Carriel - Lincoln Middle School
Maria Oliveira - Schuyler School
Anna Dischler - Roosevelt School
Alexandra Malaquais Bittle - Washington School
Mercedes Zapata - Garfield School
Maria Hernandez - Franklin School
šæš Popcorn & Lemonade Week was full of fun, learning, and excitement in ESY! ššæ
Students enjoyed a variety of engaging activities throughout the week, including creating popcorn and lemonade-themed crafts, visiting our special popcorn and lemonade stand, and participating in a jumping kernel science experiment. They also put their detective skills to work during a lemonade scavenger hunt and explored creativity through a lemon and watercolor art experiment.
What a āpoppingā good week it was! šāļø
Students enjoyed a variety of engaging activities throughout the week, including creating popcorn and lemonade-themed crafts, visiting our special popcorn and lemonade stand, and participating in a jumping kernel science experiment. They also put their detective skills to work during a lemonade scavenger hunt and explored creativity through a lemon and watercolor art experiment.
What a āpoppingā good week it was! šāļø
The 2026 ESY program kicked off with an exciting week of Independence Day-themed activities! šŗšø
Our students explored science through a fun āFireworks in a Cupā experiment, created their own American flags, and proudly showcased their creations during a festive Fourth of July parade. The celebration was filled with smiles, learning, creativity, and school spirit as students and staff came together to celebrate our nationās birthday.
What a fantastic way to start another amazing ESY summer! šāšŗšø
Our students explored science through a fun āFireworks in a Cupā experiment, created their own American flags, and proudly showcased their creations during a festive Fourth of July parade. The celebration was filled with smiles, learning, creativity, and school spirit as students and staff came together to celebrate our nationās birthday.
What a fantastic way to start another amazing ESY summer! šāšŗšø
Week 2 of ESY was all about Oceans & Beaches! šļøš
Our students had an amazing week filled with hands-on learning, exploration, and fun. They participated in a beach scavenger hunt around the school, enjoyed a variety of ocean- and beach-themed activities during our activity day, including āPin the Fin on the Dolphin,ā ocean sensory bins, fish-themed play dough stations, and much more.
Students also conducted a fascinating Skittles science experiment, exploring colors and patterns in a fun and engaging way.
We wrapped up the week with a tropical spirit day, where students and staff showed off their favorite beach and island-inspired outfits. It was a wonderful week full of creativity, learning, and summer fun! š“āļøš¬š
Our students had an amazing week filled with hands-on learning, exploration, and fun. They participated in a beach scavenger hunt around the school, enjoyed a variety of ocean- and beach-themed activities during our activity day, including āPin the Fin on the Dolphin,ā ocean sensory bins, fish-themed play dough stations, and much more.
Students also conducted a fascinating Skittles science experiment, exploring colors and patterns in a fun and engaging way.
We wrapped up the week with a tropical spirit day, where students and staff showed off their favorite beach and island-inspired outfits. It was a wonderful week full of creativity, learning, and summer fun! š“āļøš¬š
Reminder: The Kearny School District will hold its regular Board of Education Meeting
šļø Monday, June 22, 2026
š 7pm
šKearny High School: 336 Devon Street.
The public is welcome to attend.
šļø Monday, June 22, 2026
š 7pm
šKearny High School: 336 Devon Street.
The public is welcome to attend.
Roosevelt School celebrated our sixth grade President's Award for Educational Excellence winners. More commonly known as the Gold Award, these students earned a 90 or better in all academic subjects in every marking period of Grades 4 and 5 as well as the first two marking periods of Grade 6. Join us in congratulating Manny, Aysha, Miranda, Shane, and Vitolucianno! šš„š
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Mrs. Sansone and Ms. Hansenās senior English classes gathered in a circle on the stage in the KHS auditorium for one final story time on their last full day of high school. Having begun their educational journeys sitting together in a circle for story time as Kindergartners, they shared a true full circle moment one last time before graduation. Mrs. Sansone read the inspirational classic Oh, the Places Youāll Go! by Dr. Seuss, reminding students that they have the strength, courage and determination to move mountains as they begin their next chapter.
Kearny High School recently celebrated the incredible accomplishments of our 2026 Seal of Biliteracy recipients! šāØ
We are so proud to recognize 157 multilingual studentsāwhich represents over 30% of our entire senior class! šā¤ļø This year's outstanding seniors demonstrated official proficiency in 10 different languages: šŖšø Spanish | šµš¹ Portuguese | šÆšµ Japanese | š®š¹ Italian | š®š³ Hindi | š°š· Korean | š³šµ Nepali | š§š¦ Bosnian | šš· Croatian | Serbo-Croatian
Attendees also heard inspiring remarks from Superintendent Encarnacao. We are thrilled to share that Superintendent Encarnacao was recently named the 2026 Seal of Biliteracy Superintendent of the Year by NJTESOL, a well-deserved honor recognizing her dedication to supporting our multilingual students.š šš
Congratulations to all of our amazing recipients! Your hard work and dedication to global communication inspire us all. š
We are so proud to recognize 157 multilingual studentsāwhich represents over 30% of our entire senior class! šā¤ļø This year's outstanding seniors demonstrated official proficiency in 10 different languages: šŖšø Spanish | šµš¹ Portuguese | šÆšµ Japanese | š®š¹ Italian | š®š³ Hindi | š°š· Korean | š³šµ Nepali | š§š¦ Bosnian | šš· Croatian | Serbo-Croatian
Attendees also heard inspiring remarks from Superintendent Encarnacao. We are thrilled to share that Superintendent Encarnacao was recently named the 2026 Seal of Biliteracy Superintendent of the Year by NJTESOL, a well-deserved honor recognizing her dedication to supporting our multilingual students.š šš
Congratulations to all of our amazing recipients! Your hard work and dedication to global communication inspire us all. š
Students in the Franklin School MD program enjoyed a visit to LifeTown, a fully inclusive and accessible center designed to provide hands-on learning experiences. From learning about healthy eating habits and the importance of good oral hygiene to practical life skills such as a trip to Shop Rite, loading the dryer and riding bikes around town, the visit provided a safe space for students to learn and grow in a fun and supportive environment.
Congratulations to Garfield School's May Students of the Month!
Lincoln Middle School students were recognized as honorees at the 2026 "History Happened Here" Expo at Rutgers University, where they showcased award-winning multimedia projects created through their "Revolutionary Roots" initiative.
Stepping into the roles of researchers, writers, podcasters, artists, and civic leaders, students explored Kearny's history through the RevolutionNJ and America 250 initiatives. The interdisciplinary project connected local stories to the broader American experience, earning statewide recognition for their creativity, scholarship, and community engagement.
Garfield School proudly donated 120 used eyeglasses and hearing aids to support Alexander Reis, KHS sophomore and Life Scout with Troup 305, with his Eagle Scout project. We are honored to support Alex's commitment to service and helping others in the community.
Join us on June 1st for our World Cup Soccer Kick-Off Tournament at Harvey Field! Kickoff for all grades begins at 3:45 PM, and everyone is welcome to come out support the teams.
Weāll have concessions available with light refreshments, along with special performances by some of our talented middle school students. We hope to see you there for an exciting afternoon of soccer, school spirit, and community!
Weāll have concessions available with light refreshments, along with special performances by some of our talented middle school students. We hope to see you there for an exciting afternoon of soccer, school spirit, and community!
Students in Mrs. Curryās KEEP Class at Garfield School showed off their technological know-how at the schoolās STEM Fair.
Students in grades 3-6 collaborated to create inventions designed to engage, inspire, and make everyday life a little more efficient. From coding with Twister, to a sip counter, to a mood-tracking lullaby stuffie, Garfieldās young innovators demonstrated creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving at every turn. š”āØ
Students in grades 3-6 collaborated to create inventions designed to engage, inspire, and make everyday life a little more efficient. From coding with Twister, to a sip counter, to a mood-tracking lullaby stuffie, Garfieldās young innovators demonstrated creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving at every turn. š”āØ
Due to the NJ Primary Election Day on June 2, 2026, all schools will operate on a single session schedule. Students in grades PreK-12 will be dismissed at 12:54pm.
On Memorial Day, the Kearny School District honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We are forever grateful for their courage, dedication, and sacrifice. šŗšø
Our Garfield School Spring Concert was a huge success! We are so proud of our students for their beautiful performances and hard work. Thank you to Ms. Chen and Mr. Burzynski for sharing your talents and helping our students shine!
šØ Join the Kearny School District team!
Weāre hiring paraprofessionals, substitute teachers, teaching positions, and more at our Community Job Fair on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 from 11:00amā2:00pm at the Kearny Board of Education Office. Scan the QR code or apply online today! šā¤ļø
Weāre hiring paraprofessionals, substitute teachers, teaching positions, and more at our Community Job Fair on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 from 11:00amā2:00pm at the Kearny Board of Education Office. Scan the QR code or apply online today! šā¤ļø
Reminder: The Kearny School District will hold its regular Board of Education Meeting
šļø Monday, May 18, 2026
š 7pm
šKearny High School: 336 Devon Street.
The public is welcome to attend.
šļø Monday, May 18, 2026
š 7pm
šKearny High School: 336 Devon Street.
The public is welcome to attend.
