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Last month, Kearny High School teachers participated in a three-day Sheltered English Instruction (SEI) training led by Instructional Coach Stephani Estrella Tran. Throughout the training, teachers engaged in professional learning focused on second language acquisition, effective instructional strategies for multilingual learners, and resources to support language development through content. It was wonderful to see our educators collaborating, learning, and growing together as they continue to strengthen their practices to better support all students.

📚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

🎉🔥 What a showdown! Kearny High Schools' Battle of the Classes was an absolute blast, with each grade bringing the energy, strategy, and school spirit! 💪💥 After a fierce series of head-to-head competitions—testing teamwork, collaboration, and a whole lot of determination—the Seniors emerged victorious! 🏆🎊 Shoutout to all the students who showed up, worked together, and gave it their all. From brain-teasing challenges to high-energy relays, every event showcased the power of teamwork and school pride. ❤️🖤🤍

The Kearny School District extends its congratulations to KHS Senior Sebastian Andaluz for his achievement in securing acceptance to an impressive 23 colleges along with $1.5 million in scholarships! This outstanding accomplishment reflects Sebastian's dedication, perseverance, and academic excellence. We are proud of you Sebastian! https://www.nj.com/news/2025/03/nj-student-got-into-23-colleges-with-15m-in-scholarships-heres-how-he-did-it.html

🌟 Congratulations to Roosevelt’s own Nurse Angela Tejada for receiving the Rising Star in School Nursing Award for Hudson County! 🏆✨ Nurse Tejada was honored by the New Jersey State School Nurses Association at their Annual Spring Conference! 🎉👏 Thank you for your dedication and care! 💙

Wishing our community a joyous Eid Al-Fitr! May this day bring peace, happiness, and blessings to all who celebrate. ✨🌙

☕In honor of the annual Dunkin Donuts “Heroes Week” celebration, 10 district teachers were recognized for their years of service and community contributions at a Teacher Appreciation Ceremony held at the new Dunkin location in Kearny, receiving a year’s worth of free coffee! 🍵A special nod to our honorary baristas, Superintendent Flora Encarnacao and Assistant Superintendent Aliki Bieltz, for serving up gratitude one cup at a time!👨🏼‍🏫 Thank you to Dunkin Donuts for providing the coffee vouchers and recognizing our teachers are real heroes! #KearnyRunsOnDunkin

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

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

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Month. Gabby Pifano - Indoor Track and Braiden Logue - Indoor Track

📣Happening tomorrow! The KHS Multicultural Awareness Committee proudly invites all district students and their families to attend the annual Portuguese Cultural Festival: 🗓️March 22, 2025 🕑1:00 pm 📌Kearny High School, 336 Devon St., Kearny NJ FREE to attend. Scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP

🌿✨ 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 🖤❤️🤍

Lincoln Middle and Roosevelt Elementary School students proudly represented our community at the Hudson County STEM Showcase at Liberty Science Center! 🏆 Their hard work, creativity, and passion for science shined brightly, earning them a STEM Achievement Award in the Junior Division—an incredible accomplishment! A special thank you to Mrs. Nolan and Mrs. Galella for their guidance and support in helping students reach this milestone. Their dedication to fostering a love for STEM is truly appreciated. Our students will receive special recognition at our April 28th board meeting! Congratulations once again! Keep reaching for the stars! 🚀

The Kearny School District is seeking paraprofessionals for our classrooms. Apply today at https://www.applitrack.com/kearny/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1

Whipped Cream Rainbow Rain Experiment ☘️ Mr. McKenna’s and Mrs. Jurlina’s class had a blast mixing fun with science for St. Patrick’s Day! 🎩✨ 🔬 What are we learning? ☁️ Discover how clouds hold and release rain—just like Ireland’s famously rainy weather! 🌧️ Explore density & precipitation to see how rainbows form, a symbol of luck in St. Patrick’s Day folklore! 🌈✨ 🎨 Watch vibrant colors mix as they drip through the “cloud,” just like a magical rainbow leading to a pot of gold! 🏆