The 2024-25 District Calendar has been updated. 🔔 Due to unused emergency/snow days, all schools will be closed on Friday, May 23rd and Tuesday, June 10th.
https://www.kearnyschools.com/page/district-calendars
The Kearny School District proudly celebrates our dedicated educators whose passion, creativity, and care empower every student to thrive—thank you for inspiring minds and shaping futures every day. 🍎 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
The ESL Honor Society recently inducted 13 new members and presented 8 graduating seniors with their honor cords. We are incredibly proud of the notable academic achievements and leadership demonstrated by these outstanding students!
KHS:
On Friday, May 2nd, Kearny High School held its 42nd annual Academic Excellence ceremony. This traditional event honors some of the most academically gifted students in our school who have earned all A’s in the past year’s grading cycle and scored significant marks on college-entry exams. The Valedictorian and Co-Salutatorians of the Class of 2025 were also celebrated. Academic Excellence chairperson and KHS counselor, Dorian Fasciano was elated to award medals to 73 students this year. The audience took in inspirational speeches from Mayor Carol Jean Doyle, Superintendent of Schools, Flora Encarnacao, and keynote speaker Amanda Eustice, a 2015 KHS alumnus and NJ12 News reporter. The joyous day culminated in a superb reception catered by the Kearny High School Culinary program. Congratulations to this year’s honorees!
KHS:
On Friday, May 2nd, Kearny High School held its 42nd annual Academic Excellence ceremony. This traditional event honors some of the most academically gifted students in our school who have earned all A’s in the past year’s grading cycle and scored significant marks on college-entry exams. The Valedictorian and Co-Salutatorians of the Class of 2025 were also celebrated. Academic Excellence chairperson and KHS counselor, Dorian Fasciano was elated to award medals to 73 students this year. The audience took in inspirational speeches from Mayor Carol Jean Doyle, Superintendent of Schools, Flora Encarnacao, and keynote speaker Amanda Eustice, a 2015 KHS alumnus and NJ12 News reporter. The joyous day culminated in a superb reception catered by the Kearny High School Culinary program. Congratulations to this year’s honorees!
KHS:
On Friday, May 2nd, Kearny High School held its 42nd annual Academic Excellence ceremony. This traditional event honors some of the most academically gifted students in our school who have earned all A’s in the past year’s grading cycle and scored significant marks on college-entry exams. The Valedictorian and Co-Salutatorians of the Class of 2025 were also celebrated. Academic Excellence chairperson and KHS counselor, Dorian Fasciano was elated to award medals to 73 students this year. The audience took in inspirational speeches from Mayor Carol Jean Doyle, Superintendent of Schools, Flora Encarnacao, and keynote speaker Amanda Eustice, a 2015 KHS alumnus and NJ12 News reporter. The joyous day culminated in a superb reception catered by the Kearny High School Culinary program. Congratulations to this year’s honorees!
🔔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.
KHS;
Crew:
The Novice girls (A boat) came in second to qualify for finals and placed second in the state!! The Novice B boat took 1st place in their heat to qualify for finals, but unfortunately didn’t place.
The boy’s lightweight 4+ took third at states and qualified for nationals. And the varsity boys came in second to qualify for finals, but didn’t place, unfortunately, but to bring home a few medals and have quite a few boats make it to the finals was absolutely amazing. All the kids put in a great effort!!!
KHS;
Crew:
The Novice girls (A boat) came in second to qualify for finals and placed second in the state!! The Novice B boat took 1st place in their heat to qualify for finals, but unfortunately didn’t place.
The boy’s lightweight 4+ took third at states and qualified for nationals. And the varsity boys came in second to qualify for finals, but didn’t place, unfortunately, but to bring home a few medals and have quite a few boats make it to the finals was absolutely amazing. All the kids put in a great effort!!!
On Wednesday April 23, KHS students visited the Pequest Trout Hatchery in Oxford, NJ. Students toured the facility, learned about the rainbow trout that are raised on site and then stocked in public waters across the state. In addition to a tour of the facility, raceways (concrete holding tanks) and nursery, students learned how to cast and fish on site at the hatchery’s educational pond. Students learned about fishing, forestry and natural resources and it was an educational and recreational fun day!
KHS:
On Wednesday April 23, KHS students visited the Pequest Trout Hatchery in Oxford, NJ. Students toured the facility, learned about the rainbow trout that are raised on site and then stocked in public waters across the state. In addition to a tour of the facility, raceways (concrete holding tanks) and nursery, students learned how to cast and fish on site at the hatchery’s educational pond. Students learned about fishing, forestry and natural resources and it was an educational and recreational fun day!
KHS:
On Wednesday April 23, KHS students visited the Pequest Trout Hatchery in Oxford, NJ. Students toured the facility, learned about the rainbow trout that are raised on site and then stocked in public waters across the state. In addition to a tour of the facility, raceways (concrete holding tanks) and nursery, students learned how to cast and fish on site at the hatchery’s educational pond. Students learned about fishing, forestry and natural resources and it was an educational and recreational fun day!
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. 💼🌟
Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, legendary member of the iconic hip hop group Run DMC, energized Kearny High School today with an inspiring talk that encouraged students to dream big and pursue their passions.
Speaking on everything from comics and the Grammys to grammar and self-expression, the rap icon, author, philanthropist, and motivational speaker shared his personal journey—opening up about his battles with substance abuse, addiction, and mental health.
Addressing students during the April 22nd assembly, McDaniels reminded them:
“I’m not better, smarter, greater, or more talented than any of you. You already have the power and knowledge to be unstoppable. Music and education empower people. And remember—assignments don’t stop when school ends. They just get harder.”
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!🚦 💛
🐰 The Kearny School District wishes all our families a hoppy Easter filled with joy, love, and sweet moments together!
KHS: On Wednesday April 9th, Kearny High School held its first annual Food Wars Competition. Mrs. Barone’s culinary students had one hour to prepare risotto dishes with their own unique takes. The event was sponsored by KUEZ and distinguished guests included judges Jessica Barahona, Sarah Guzman, Valantis Grymanis, Edson Silva, and Jefferson Oliveira, Linda Kraus D’Isa and Michelle Almeida of KUEZ, Ron Smits, Councilmen George Zapata and Jerry Ficeto, Mayor Carol Jean Doyle, as well as Superintendent Flora Encarnacao and Assistant Superintendent Aliki Bieltz. Special thanks to Principal Curtis Brack, Vice Principals Rich Tietjen and Jordan Savage, Supervisors Kathleen Astrella and Kevin Pryblick, and Danielle Polk. Coverage on KHS Broadcasting courtesy of hosts Aurora Latona and Jasmine Viera, director Mauricio Gomez, technical director Mauricio Gomez, switcher Thomas Freitas Behrend, camera operator Aymar Hernandez, and reporters Litsy Then and Gabriela Novillo.
https://youtu.be/ydUE07-FwvA
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!
