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
Dear McKenna Community,
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,
Our next Blue and Gold Spirit Day will be held Thursday, April 16th. 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 McKenna Community,
It's time to show the J.P. McKenna Elementary School Staff a big "Thank You!" for all of their efforts this year for our children. To help us thank the staff, we will be collecting donations for Staff Appreciation Week during the next few weeks. Please keep in mind, this is voluntary and any monetary donation is appreciated. Please make your donation no later than 4/18.
Staff Appreciation Week is May 4th - May 8th!
Thank you in advance for your support, it is because of your generosity we are able to gift the McKenna Elementary School staff with something special this year.
Please use the following link for more information:
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/st-72319/items
Regards,
McKenna Administration
REMINDER!
Dear McKenna Community,
Tomorrow April 1st, join SEPTA by wearing BLUE in honor of World Autism Acceptance Day!
Please click the link for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jT6C6WVRHQgmWvN6MpUJEmVKpEl_XC8S/view?usp=drive_link
Regards,
McKenna Administration
Dear McKenna Community,
The PTA has partnered with Adventureland once again - don't miss out!
Ticket sales close April 17th - NO EXCEPTIONS!
Please use the following link for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bb_hPxMlqb-TCQCIIE3Imbl37VWexf_P/view?usp=drive_link
Please use the following link to purchase tickets:
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/mckenna-takes-adventureland-72821/items
Regards,
McKenna Administration
REMINDER: Dear Parents/Guardians of Students in Grades 3-8,
We invite you to review the linked letter containing important information regarding the NYS Grades 3–8 Assessments.
Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-lBlLEaCDJ0JyJIZ9ssN6HUWC094bKkK/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116442019154430759621&rtpof=true&sd=true
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
Dear McKenna Community,
McKenna Elementary is getting into the March Madness spirit, and we need your help to dunk on hunger!
From Monday, March 23rd through Monday, March 31st, we will be collecting peanut butter and jelly donations to support less fortunate families in our community. This fun and meaningful drive helps teach our students the power of kindness, generosity, and teamwork. See the link for more information.
March Madness PB&J Link
The McKenna Ambassadors Club
Dear McKenna Community,
Can't make Parents' Night Out? You can still join in on the fun with raffle baskets!
Please use the following links for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nQskFYVqeOTEV0zF7Q3ZV1Fee8b2hP2P/view?usp=drive_link
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RsflJt7meaVJzCwdFgOkChuJXz8mldYA/view?usp=drive_link
Please use the following link to purchase raffle tickets:
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/mckenna-pta-parents-night-our-raffle-baskets/items
Regards,
McKenna Administration
Dear Elementary Parents/Guardians,
Elementary report cards will be available on the Parent Portal today 3/20 at 4:00PM. To access your child’s report card:
Sign in to the Parent Portal Web - https://msdps.powerschool.com/public (Report Cards not available through the Parent Portal App)
Click the Student Reports icon located in the navigation menu.
Under Archived Reports, select the report card.
If you need help accessing your Parent Portal account, please use the “Forgot Username or Forgot Password” link. If you continue to experience issues, email our PowerSchool support team at powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us. For questions about classes or grades, please contact your child’s teacher.
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Dear McKenna Community,
Can't make Parents' Night Out? You can still join in on the fun with raffle baskets!
Please use the following links for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nQskFYVqeOTEV0zF7Q3ZV1Fee8b2hP2P/view?usp=drive_link
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RsflJt7meaVJzCwdFgOkChuJXz8mldYA/view?usp=drive_link
Please use the following link to purchase raffle tickets:
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/mckenna-pta-parents-night-our-raffle-baskets/items
Regards,
McKenna Administration
Reminder!
Dear McKenna Community,
We are excited to announce that Friday, March 20th is SEPTA's Rock Your Socks in honor of World Down Syndrome Day!
Please click the link for more information:
Rock Your Socks Link
Regards,
McKenna Administration
SEPTA Rock Your Socks 2026
Dear McKenna Community,
The PTA has partnered with Graff Lab Graffiti Masters for our upcoming Spirit Wear Sale - don't miss out!
Sale closes March 15th!
Please use the following link for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dBgznRL-SqOfC2IkzA7BHiFjyVk8hhgg/view?usp=drive_link
Regards,
McKenna Administration
Dear McKenna Community,
We are excited to announce the SEPTA Rock Your Socks in honor of World Down Syndrome Day!
Please click the link for more information:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GAK7fSIiak0GiIpscbPtlg44rEO5KCKI/view?usp=drive_link
Regards,
McKenna Administration
