Dear McKenna Community,

Please see the link for more information regarding SEPTA's Spirit Wear Sale. All orders must be placed prior to November 1st - don't miss out!

SEPTA Spirit Wear Sale

Regards,

McKenna Administration & SEPTA

Dear McKenna Community,

Please use the following link for more information, included in the direct parent email:

McKenna Class of 2027 Thanksgiving Pie/Bread Fundraiser - Cheddar Up

Important Information:

• All orders must be placed no later than 11/13/26

• Pick-up will be on 11/25/26 

• Time and location will be shared closer to the pick-up date

• Questions - please contact Mrs. O'Hara at 516-660-2168

Regards,

McKenna Administration & The Class of 2027

Dear East Lake and McKenna Parents/Guardians,

The secure lockout at East Lake Elementary School and McKenna Elementary School has been lifted. Police have cleared the area, and all students and staff remained safe throughout the incident.

We would like to thank our students, staff, and families for their cooperation and for following our safety protocols during this time.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

Dear East Lake and McKenna Parents/Guardians,

Please be advised that East Lake School and McKenna Elementary School are currently in a secure lockout due to a police presence in the surrounding area. All students and staff are safe, and normal school operations are continuing inside the buildings.

We ask that you please do not approach the schools at this time so that law enforcement can effectively manage the situation. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates as additional information becomes available.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

Dear McKenna Community,

Please see the following attachment included in the direct parent email:

Halloween Parent Letter 2026

Regards,

McKenna Administration

Dear McKenna Community,

Please see the following attachment included in the direct parent email:

Halloween Parent Letter 2026

Regards,

McKenna Administration

REMINDER!!
Dear McKenna Families,
It’s time to bring our favorite stories to life! McKenna Elementary is excited to host our First Storybook Character Pumpkin Contest!
Students are invited to decorate a pumpkin to represent a favorite character from a storybook. Get creative and have fun! All pumpkins should be school appropriate and brought to school no later than October 23rd.
Please see the attached flyer for additional details. We can’t wait to see our halls filled with your amazing storybook creations!

Storybook Pumpkin Contest Flyer

Regards,
McKenna Administration

Dear McKenna Community,

The Ambassador’s Club needs your help! This Thanksgiving, we’re teaming up with a local food pantry to provide baskets filled with holiday essentials for families in need. Each grade will be responsible for donating specific items to help make someone’s holiday a little brighter. Let’s come together as a school community to share the spirit of giving! Please see the link below with more information.

Thanksgiving Basket Drive

Regards,
McKenna Administration and The McKenna Ambassador's Club

Dear McKenna Community,

Please see the following attachment included in the direct parent email:

SEPTA Unity Day!

Regards,

McKenna Administration

Dear McKenna Community,

We are excited to announce our partnership with the Best Buddies International Organization for the 2026-2027 school year. Throughout the school year, Best Buddies will host exciting, interactive events during the school day, including school-wide activities that promote empathy, kindness, and togetherness. For those interested, please see the attached Best Buddies letter!

All forms must be returned to the Main Office no later than Friday, October 16, 2026.

McKenna Best Buddies Parent Information Letter

Have a great day,
J.P. McKenna Administration & Best Buddies Advisers

Dear McKenna Families,
It’s time to bring our favorite stories to life! McKenna Elementary is excited to host our First Storybook Character Pumpkin Contest!
Students are invited to decorate a pumpkin to represent a favorite character from a storybook. Get creative and have fun! All pumpkins should be school appropriate and brought to school no later than October 23.
Please see the attached flyer for additional details. We can’t wait to see our halls filled with your amazing storybook creations!

Storybook Pumpkin Contest Flyer

Happy decorating!
McKenna Administration

Dear McKenna Community,

Please see the following attachment included in the direct parent email:

SEPTA Meet & Greet

Regards,

McKenna Administration

Dear McKenna Community,
With Veterans Day fast approaching, we can think of no better time to begin honoring the McKenna students who went from walking our hallways to serving our country. Our new McKenna Wall of Heroes will recognize former students who have served or are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces. This will not be a one-time display. It will be a lasting tradition that continues to grow as future generations of McKenna students graduate, choose to serve, and become part of this very special legacy.

To make this tribute as complete as possible, we need your help!
If you or someone you know attended McKenna and later served, or is currently serving, in the military, please click the link below and complete the form:

Wall of Heroes Sign Up Link

Through our Wall of Heroes, we hope to recognize the service of our McKenna alumni while teaching our students about the values of service, courage, gratitude, and sacrifice.
Please feel free to share this message with former McKenna families and alumni. Together, we can make sure that the members of our McKenna family who served our country receive the recognition they deserve.

Thank you for helping us create this meaningful tribute.

With appreciation,
McKenna Administration

Dear McKenna Community,

Please see the following attachment included in the direct parent email:

Homecoming Spirit Week 2026

Regards,

McKenna Administration

Grades K-2 Reading Under the Lights Update

Dear Grade K-2 Parents/Guardians,

The Reading Under the Lights event scheduled for October 5, 2026 has been relocated to the Massapequa High School Main Campus Football Field.

Enrollment is filling quickly, but a limited number of spaces are still available for K-2 students. To register, please use the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HhIL7f7h_Q8_v9WHp-w6HnVNpb5sX0EF/view?usp=sharing

All registered participants will receive a follow-up communication later this week with event confirmation and additional details.

We look forward to an exciting evening of reading and community spirit!

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

Dear McKenna Community,

Please see the following attachment included in the direct parent email:

Boosterthon

Regards,

McKenna Administration

Dear McKenna Community,

Please see the following attachment included in the direct parent email:

MSD Family Connect Night(s)

Regards,

McKenna Administration

Dear K-2 Parents/Guardians,

We are excited to invite your child to participate in a special literacy event that celebrates school spirit, reading, and the joy of books!

Space is limited, and advance registration is required. Enrollment will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage families to sign up as soon as possible.

Event Information: Flyer

Register here: Registration Form

We look forward to sharing this exciting literacy experience with our young readers!

Sincerely,

Massapequa School District

Dear McKenna Community,

As many of you know, September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. In recognition of this month we are hosting a "Gold-Out" day on Monday, September 28th. We invite all students and staff to show support by wearing gold.

Regards,
McKenna Administration