McKenna Elementary -

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Have you signed up for the Massapequa School District’s Parent University yet? There’s still time!

Registration is now open for the 3rd Annual Parent University hosted by the Massapequa School District on Wednesday, March 4th at the AMES School Campus. This special evening brings parents and educators together for learning, connection, and meaningful conversation about supporting our students both at home and in school. If you haven’t registered yet, we encourage you to do so today! Please review the informational flyer or visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/parentuniversity for complete details, including the keynote session, workshop descriptions, and student activity room information.

Register today: www.msd.k12.ny.us/parentu

We look forward to seeing you for an evening of partnership, learning, and community.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We are excited to announce that registration is now open for our 3rd annual Massapequa School District Parent University, taking place on Wednesday, March 4th at the AMES School Campus. This special evening brings parents and educators together for learning, connection, and meaningful conversation about supporting our students both at home and in school.

Please review the linked flyer or visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/parentuniversity for complete details, including the keynote session, workshop descriptions, and student activity room information. When you are ready, please register at www.msd.k12.ny.us/parentu.

Linked Informational Flyer: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1e7CYF6qB-SNIGVmIVDpGoyCyhMxLp65f&usp=drive_fs

We look forward to seeing you for an evening of partnership, learning, and community.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

Dear McKenna Community,

On Saturday, March 7th, SEPTA invites your family to BINGO!

Please use the following link for more information:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lk33X1zGr0ZkLXnJmLG5PyT8G8_PEJiw/view?usp=drive_link

Please use the following link to RSVP:

https://forms.gle/ySL9F1sdoPRW9CkE7

Regards,

McKenna Administration

Dear Parents/Guardians of K-8 Students,

We invite you to read our iReady Parent Letter that includes important information on how to access iReady resources and parent reports. Additionally, please view our Massapequa School District video - Understanding grade level learning expectations and your child’s performance.

Please note that your child’s winter i-Ready Parent Report will be available on the Parent Portal under the Student Portfolio tab beginning today, February 11, at 3:00 PM.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

To Parents/Guardians of Students in Grade 5-11,

The ability to view your child's 2026-2027 courses via the "Class Registration" icon in the navigation menu on the Parent Portal has been enabled. You may access this on the web portal located at: https://msdps.powerschool.com/public. Please note, if your child has an IEP, all recommendations will be discussed and course selections finalized at your child’s CSE annual review meeting.

Parents of Students in Grade 5:
If you have questions regarding a recommended reading support class, please contact your child’s current 5th grade teacher or Mrs. Patricia Quinn-Hendry, Comprehensive Literacy Chairperson K-12, at 516-308-5153. Any other schedule questions or concerns can be made directly to the Berner Guidance Department by Friday, February 13, 2026.

Parents of Students in Grade 6:
If you have questions regarding recommended support classes, please contact your child’s current sixth grade teacher. Any other requests for a course change must be made directly with the Berner Guidance Department by Friday, February 13, 2026. Important - Please note, acceleration class notifications and schedule updates will be sent home starting on March 25, 2026.

Parents of Students in Grades 7-8:
Any questions or concerns should be directed to your child's guidance counselor. Requests for a course change must be made Friday, February 13, 2026.

Parents of Students in Grades 9-11:
Parents will not see any requests in the parent portal until after their child meets with their counselor. As a result, course requests may not be viewable until February 12, 2026. If you have any questions after reviewing the listed course requests, please contact your child’s guidance counselor as soon as possible.

If you have any questions in reference to the scheduling process, please do not hesitate to contact the guidance office at Berner, MHS - Ames Campus or MHS - Main Campus. For questions about the Parent Portal, please email the PowerSchool Parent Portal support team at powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

Dear Elementary and BMS Parents,

We invite you to view the following communication from our Science Department.

Discovery Fair Information/Registration: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Yh-WbyqyRmvIdip2Bq6QFaA0_djgbo0t/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=108182737150405836077&rtpof=true&sd=true

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

Dear McKenna Community,

Please see the link for more information regarding 100 Days Of School 2026:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JiFBHsZgZNdesMT1czPXlpGonF8Uu3I3/view?usp=drive_link

Regards,

McKenna Administration

Dear McKenna Community,

As a reminder, please see the link for more information regarding emergency drill exercises that take place throughout the 2025-2026 school year.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EGFRed_o8yhntm5qU13_jQDdSJNui0Rk/view?usp=drive_link

Please do not hesitate to reach out to your child's classroom teacher or administration if you have any questions.

Regards,

McKenna Administration

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We are excited to announce our 3rd annual Massapequa School District Parent University, a wonderful opportunity for parents and educators to come together for an evening of learning and connection.

Please review the linked information or visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/parentuniversity and save the date - March 4! Details about the keynote, workshops, and registration will be shared in the near future.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

Linked Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WyO05mbHOJgBGA9lENSEjT8Wr3TpDwCb/view?usp=sharing

Dear McKenna Community,

Please see the link for more information regarding Girls On The Run Empower Hour:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mypmhej-v1TbLN7F0CKjpQAV2YRM7wtu/view?usp=drive_link

Regards,

McKenna Administration

Dear McKenna Community,
Get ready for some “Soup-er” teamwork! McKenna Elementary School is excited to kick off our annual "Soup‑er Bowl" Collection to support our local food pantry. We’re inviting all students and families to join us in helping our community by donating cans of soup.
Collection Dates: Thursday, January 29th – Friday, February 6th
Drop-Off Location: McKenna Star
Jersey Day Celebration: Wear your favorite sports jersey on Friday, February 6th
Let’s work together to make this year’s "Soup‑er Bowl" our biggest one yet. Every soup can makes a difference—thank you in advance for your kindness and support!

Please see the link for more information - "Soup-er Bowl Collection"

Warm regards,
The McKenna Ambassadors Club

Final REMINDER: To all Parents/Guardians of 5th Grade Students,

The window for entering requests for the Music and World Language courses you would like your child to take at Berner Middle School next year closes tomorrow Friday, January 9, 2026. If you have not already done so, please log into the Parent Portal and enter your child’s course requests as soon as possible. Please note: Beginning Saturday, January 10, 2026, the course request feature will no longer be accessible via the Parent Portal. Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mnj73aNBVfqTwilg8cclYsILc0u9YCOomP5gNnRo8bM/edit?tab=t.0

STEPS:

1. Sign-in to the Parent Portal - Web Portal: https://msdps.powerschool.com/public/home.html (Not available through the App)

2. Click on the "Class Registration" icon located in the Navigation menu

3. Select a Music Course and World Language Course

If you have any questions about the Music programs, please contact Mr. Green at 516-308-5085. If you have any questions about the World Language programs, please contact Mrs. Kirschner at 516-308-5774. If you have any questions about the course request entry process through the Parent Portal, please email the PowerSchool Parent Portal support team at powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us.

Thank you,
The Massapequa School District

Dear Parents -
Please click below to read the MSD Career and Technology Education Department's Winter 2026 Newsletter. This newsletter gives you an opportunity to see what our students have been learning this Semester in their Business, Technology and Family and Consumer Science courses. In addition, you will see the other extracurricular opportunities offered to BMS, Ames and MHS students.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lDC5gSVUeJJ0vpiMPYa3hH3tVNUjihcJ/view?usp=sharing

Regards,

Patricia LiVecchi
CTE Supervisor
Massapequa School District
plivecchi@msd.k12.ny.us
(516) 308-5975

Dear Massapequa Students & Families:

Please see the link below for information on our K-8 Science Discovery Fair to be held at Berner Middle School on Saturday, March 21st - 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Discovery Science Fair Flyer

Registration is now open and will close on March 6th - We look forward to seeing you there.

Thank You,
Katie Fasano
Supervisor of Elementary STEM
Massapequa Public Schools

Important REMINDER: To all Parents/Guardians of 5th Grade Students,

The window for entering requests for the Music and World Language courses you would like your child to take at Berner Middle School next year closes this Friday, January 9, 2026. If you have not already done so, please log into the Parent Portal and enter your child’s course requests as soon as possible. Please note: Beginning Saturday, January 10, 2026, the course request feature will no longer be accessible via the Parent Portal. Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mnj73aNBVfqTwilg8cclYsILc0u9YCOomP5gNnRo8bM/edit?tab=t.0

STEPS:

1. Sign-in to the Parent Portal - Web Portal: https://msdps.powerschool.com/public/home.html (Not available through the App)

2. Click on the "Class Registration" icon located in the Navigation menu

3. Select a Music Course and World Language Course

If you have any questions about the Music programs, please contact Mr. Green at 516-308-5085. If you have any questions about the World Language programs, please contact Mrs. Kirschner at 516-308-5774. If you have any questions about the course request entry process through the Parent Portal, please email the PowerSchool Parent Portal support team at powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us.

Thank you,
The Massapequa School District

Dear McKenna Community,

Please see the link for more information regarding PTA Little Ladies Dance 2026:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/10aSVdSdNwhSgNLN4O_KceJPOBC7FEkMc/view?usp=drive_link

To purchase tickets please use the following link:

https://my.cheddarup.com/c/mckenna-pta-little-ladies-sweet-heart-dance/items

Regards,
McKenna Administration

Dear McKenna Community,

Please see the link for more information regarding PTA Little Ladies Dance 2026:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OPGjTyc0z9N727R9pgR4Oba4HhqzDFwE/view?usp=drive_link

To purchase tickets please use the following link:

https://my.cheddarup.com/c/mckenna-pta-little-ladies-sweet-heart-dance/items

Regards,
McKenna Administration

Dear McKenna Community,
Our next Blue and Gold Spirit Day will be held Thursday, January 8th. We invite all students and staff to show their school pride by wearing blue and gold or Massapequa gear to school.
Here are the remaining dates for Blue and Gold Spirit days for the 2025-2026 school year.
February 5th
March 5th
April 16th
May 28th

Regards,
McKenna Administration