Please refer to the important letter below containing important information in reference to health examinations for students entering Grades 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 in September 2026. If you have any questions, please contact the school health office.
Letter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nvSPZ5XyTB26g6CbApgbwK36DOAmXPaB/view?usp=sharing
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Please refer to the important letter below containing important information in reference to the Tdap vaccine and its requirement for students entering Grade 6 in September 2026. If you have any questions, please contact the school health office.
Letter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r4l1qiOKCNIHWucIlplUoureyxKQp1Di/view?usp=sharing
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
In our school district, students receive new Chromebooks in grades K, 5, and 9. For students entering 5th grade, devices are usually distributed at the end of 4th grade.
This year, due to delays in device availability, your child will receive their new Chromebook at the beginning of 5th grade.
We will share more information after the start of the new school year.
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
The end of the school year is fast approaching, please note the following date(s)/time(s) for medication pick-up:
Tuesday, June 23rd from 9:00am - 3:00pm
Wednesday, June 24th from 9:00am - 12:30pm
Thursday, June 25th from 9:00am - 12:30am
Please use the pick-up window located at the Nurses Office which will be clearly marked upon your arrival.
Only parent(s)/guardian(s) may pick up their child(ren)’s medication. Any medications that are not picked up on one of the three date(s) listed above will be discarded. New medication forms for the 2026-2027 school year will be provided upon pick-up. These forms must be completed by a physician and signed by the parent(s)/guardian(s).
Information regarding medication drop off for September 2026 will be provided during the summer.
Any questions please contact the health office at 516-308-5591.
Regards,
McKenna Administration & McKenna Health Office
Dear McKenna Community,
The PTA is excited to announce the return of Health & Wellness Week!
Please use the following link for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/11zoHx7OEJo6cBDtrHbkFnrITXvwNbRi1/view?usp=drive_link
Regards,
McKenna Administration & PTA
Dear McKenna Community,
Our next and final Blue and Gold Spirit Day will be held Thursday, May 28th. We invite all students and staff to show their school pride by wearing blue and gold or Massapequa gear to school.
Regards,
McKenna Administration
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We are writing to bring your attention to a dangerous trend that has recently emerged on social media. This trend encourages users to microwave gel-filled toys, such as NeeDoh and similar products. These actions can cause the toys to rupture or explode, potentially resulting in serious burns and injuries.
As a community, it is important that we stay informed about emerging trends that may unknowingly put our children at risk. We believe it is essential to make you aware of this particularly hazardous behavior involving popular toys so that you can discuss it with your child or children, if appropriate. The safety of our students remains our top priority.
As always, we encourage parents and guardians to maintain ongoing conversations with their children about responsible social media use, the importance of sound judgment, and the potential risks and consequences associated with participating in viral challenges.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support.
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Dear MSD Parents/Guardians,
As a reminder, please visit https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/summerprograms to read our 2026 Summer Programs letter. Be sure to mark your calendars with the registration dates and times.
Summer Fine Arts, Summer Lego Robotics, Summer VEX Robotics: May 20 at 10:00 AM
Summer Sports: May 21 at 10:00 AM
Summer Recreation: May 26 at 10:00 AM
Camp Invention: Open
Under the Lights Basketball: Open
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Dear McKenna Community,
The PTA is excited to announce the return of EPI School Supplies!
Please use the following link for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hW1nQkZBw_g7B25Ut_C9YiSBvGGGHZPR/view?usp=drive_link
Regards,
McKenna Administration & PTA
We are excited to invite your child to take part in Kids Vote 2026. This is a fun and meaningful opportunity for students to have their voices heard by voting on cafeteria menu options for the 2026 to 2027 school year.
Kids Vote will take place on Tuesday, May 19 from 3:00 to 9:00 pm at all regular voting locations. We hope to see many of our students participate and make their voices heard.
Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pM4IANGgCoBNqV6vPRy6qgvKQyDZbX43/view?usp=sharing
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
🎉 We are thrilled to present our 2025–2026 HEALTH EDUCATION NEWSLETTER! 🎉
We invite you to explore all the exciting updates, highlights, and important information by accessing our newsletter here:
👉https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CbzszNqdiJWaQNUf299r7yMg1_omq0xK/view?usp=drive_link
We hope you truly enjoy learning more about the incredible work happening within our department!
Sincerely,
Massapequa School District Health Department
Dear McKenna Community,
The PTA is excited to announce the return of Child's Play Challenge Courses for Field Day 2026!
Please use the following link for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1A0P44-QO66IwG7xaatMVKv10sOeJdKJp/view?usp=drive_link
Please use the following link to sign Field Day Waiver:
Regards,
McKenna Administration & PTA
We invite you to review the flyer from the Massapequa JrSr PTSA. It includes an invitation to attend “Are You Ready for Middle School” featuring guest speaker Mr. Esposito, the building principal.
Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W3bUsw0tlZJbN_6nRYgXWbrtQS_iS8bi/view?usp=sharing
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Grade 3 Instrument Selection Begins Tomorrow at 10AM!
Dear Parent(s)/Guardian of 3rd Grade Students,
Your child will become eligible for participation in the Massapequa Instrumental Music Program upon completion of the 3rd grade. We strongly recommend that all students who show potential and interest should enroll in this program as well as the Choral program.
The orchestra and band teachers have been meeting with 3rd grade students, discussing whether your child wishes to be in orchestra or band. You should also have received a letter from your teacher. See the link below to review the letter online.
Visit the Music page on the District Website (link) to view information and complete the Musical Instrument Survey listed under Beginning Band and Orchestra heading. There is a separate form for each building.
Grade 3 Instrument Letter (link)
Dear McKenna Community,
LAST CALL!
Calling all Police, Fire, EMS
We are excited to announce McKenna's "First Responder Day" happening on Thursday, May 21st from 9:30 - 10:00. This building wide initiative invites our brave first responders into the classroom to share some special time with our students. We are asking any K-5 McKenna First Responder who is interested in visiting one of our K-5 classrooms to complete the link below no later than 5/1. Visitation to classrooms will take place on this day and time only. We look forward to honoring our McKenna First Responders and giving all our students the opportunity to show their gratitude. See the attached letter for more information.
Sign up First Responder Link
Information Letter
Regards,
McKenna Administration
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We would like to provide a brief update regarding today's statewide computer-based testing interruptions.
This afternoon, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) reported that its testing contractor, NWEA, is still investigating technical issues that affected some schools during today’s assessments. Their team is working overnight to resolve the problem.
NYSED has made clear that the system must be fully operational for tomorrow and will update districts if anything changes.
As a result, we will not be testing tomorrow.
The Grade 5 Science Assessment will be rescheduled for Friday, May 1, 2026.
The Grade 6-8 Math Assessment will continue on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
We recognize how frustrating these disruptions are for students and families, and we share that frustration. Thank you for your patience as the state works to ensure a stable testing environment. We will share any updates as they become available.
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
We are writing to provide an important update regarding the New York State testing that was scheduled for today, April 29, 2026. Unfortunately, NYS encountered another round of technical issues with its online testing platform this morning.
Due to these issues, BOCES instructed us to pause testing for those students experiencing technical difficulties. At the elementary level, our fifth grade students were scheduled for the elementary science assessment and had not begun testing when we were notified. We quickly decided to reschedule for another day to limit the loss of any instructional time given the ongoing technical issues.
At Berner Middle School, many of our students were able to log into the math assessment and actively continued testing. Some students experienced technical difficulties and were unable to continue. The Berner administration and staff quickly responded to the situation, allowing students testing to continue and those not testing to move to another location.
Given these ongoing complications, we are awaiting an update from the New York State Education Department on these technical issues and will update you as soon as we have more information.
Thank you for your continued patience and understanding.
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Dear Parents of Grade 2 Students,
We invite you to read the following communication regarding the CogAT screening (formerly InView) scheduled for the week of May 4, 2026.
Link to Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b3PS2ad-vYqVna27DZTh5CvS4EsC7jEpM3-Imu_ZmbU/edit?tab=t.0
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Dear McKenna Community,
Reminder!
Calling all Police, Fire, EMS
We are excited to announce McKenna's "First Responder Day" happening on Thursday, May 21st from 9:30 - 10:00. This building wide initiative invites our brave first responders into the classroom to share some special time with our students. We are asking any K-5 McKenna First Responder who is interested in visiting one of our K-5 classrooms to complete the link below no later than 5/1. Visitation to classrooms will take place on this day and time only. We look forward to honoring our McKenna First Responders and giving all our students the opportunity to show their gratitude. See the attached letter for more information.
Sign up First Responder Link
Information Letter
Regards,
McKenna Administration
Dear McKenna Community,
The PTA is excited to announce their annual Spring Plant Sale - don't miss out!
Please use the following link for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MIjXrj0lHsdPiGTBvdOAw6-Aoz4r4SFq/view?usp=drive_link
Please use the following link for pre-orders:
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/mckenna-pta-spring-plant-sale-95264/items
Regards,
McKenna Administration
