Garfield School Principal Donna Masters and Teacher Kimberly Seeley attended a county-wide recognition luncheon recognizing outstanding companies, municipalities, schools, non-profits, and senior centers for their exceptional achievements. Garfield School was recognized for actively supporting the Hudson County Transportation Management Association’s Safe Routes to School initiative by having them present essential lessons throughout the school year on transportation safety. This was made possible by the efforts of the Garfield School Assembly Committee.
Garfield School: Ms. Seeley and Ms. Gallagher's class spent the afternoon playing board games as an incentive for their achievements in iReady! Great Job Second Graders!! #iReady
Garfield School KEEP students create 3D lemonade stands while studying Economics.
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!
Congratulations to Garfield School's March Students of the Month!
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
Garfield School Book Fair! Thank you PTA!
Garfield School second graders engaging in Makerspace centers in the library. They were so proud of their creations.
Wishing our community a joyous Eid Al-Fitr! May this day bring peace, happiness, and blessings to all who celebrate. ✨🌙
Garfield School: Happy Birthday to our Principal Dr. Masters!
Garfield School: From Tiny Seeds to Big Creativity! The students in Miss Benenati's kindergarten class planted seeds today and learned about how to take care of their plants! Mr. Tchalabi also joined the class to talk about plants, he brought his ukulele and the students created a song about planting! Growing minds and growing plants, these kids are sprouting with joy!
Garfield School: "Chalk the Walk" for wellness week with the Garfield School Student Council!
Garfield School: We have some "Kind Cookies" here at Garfield School! Congratulations to our March students for showing kindness!
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!
Garfield School Yoga Story Time in the Library https://youtu.be/ybRnouslf_c
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
Garfield School students enjoyed some exercise and fresh air during a walk around the block with Mrs. Coleman and Mr. Tchalabi. #wellnessweek
