Picture re-takes are on October 16th. We will send pictures home when they arrive in a few weeks. If you did not order, but still want you, you will receive a code to use online to place an order.
We believe that our employees are the heart of our success. Each month, we shine a spotlight on some of our exceptional team members who go above and beyond in their role. Kim and Michael have been working hard getting the technology ready for our building. They are very helpful, efficient & hard working. Way to go Kim & Michael!
McKinley Early Childhood Parents,
Please click on the link and read the letter before Monday morning:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OQLB__O5gPXBariok4yQzn941HLTcwNf-KxWJILDm3o/edit?usp=sharing
Thank you, Mrs. Knopf
Things to remember for the first day of school!
Please visit this site to learn about early childhood developmental screenings: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/906/McKinley_Elementary/4737974/Screening_fliers.jpg
In addition to Project Learn, Lake Area is offering another option for after school care. Click the link to get more information on their program, Educare: https://www.lakeareatech.edu/campus/educare/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEsPh9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHflbzoRKx51zNq3sJ0gL2uO-IMVf6lzIYTA0tebm_80DQ1czDCoeAdP0sA_aem_RviyhsGClvBoheSE34_gRw
You may pay for preschool fees at this site: https://www.watertown.k12.sd.us/o/mckinley-elementary/page/preschool
McKinley Early Childhood Center. Where we are empowering all students to succeed in an ever-changing world.
As we gear up for school, a reminder on our enhancements to busing this year, including direct busing from Lincoln, Jefferson, and Mellette to McKinley’s Early Childhood Center as well as a direct bus to the Boys & Girls Club after school. Find full details here. https://5il.co/2tlzz The transportation schedule by building can be found here. https://5il.co/2tafs Questions can be directed to Wade Heiser, Transportation Director at 605-882-6335.
As we gear up for school, a reminder on our enhancements to busing this year, including direct busing from Lincoln, Jefferson, and Mellette to McKinley’s Early Childhood Center as well as a direct bus to the Boys & Girls Club after school. Find full details here. https://5il.co/2tlzz The transportation schedule by building can be found here. https://5il.co/2tafs Questions can be directed to Wade Heiser, Transportation Director at 605-882-6335.
Welcome Back to School! If you haven't already signed up for conferences, please do so here: https://www.watertown.k12.sd.us/o/mckinley-elementary/page/parenteacherconferences
If you did not receive a letter in the mail from the teacher, please call the office at 605-882-6350. Thanks!
As part of our commitment to ensuring that all Watertown students have access to nutritious meals, we encourage you to fill out the Free & Reduced Application. Apply now via Campus Parent Portal, https://sis2.ddncampus.net/campus/portal/watertown.jsp. Infinite Campus Assistance will be provided at the August 19th District Pre-Conferences. Paper applications will also be available at that time. For more information go to Nutrition Services. https://www.watertown.k12.sd.us/page/nutrition-services2
The Watertown School District is holding a school board election on Tuesday, June 18th in the Watertown Civic Arena. Polls will be open from 7 AM to 7 PM.
The last day of school tomorrow is an early dismissal (12:20). Please make sure your student(s) know where they are going after school. Thank you for sharing your children with us this past year. We have enjoyed working with them. Enjoy your summer!
The Watertown School District is hosting an open house for the public to stop and see Roosevelt Elementary on Monday, May 20th from 5:30 - 7:00 PM. Please join us for a look around before the school year is out.
Parents, next week the Watertown Optimist Club along with Codington County Extension Service and the Watertown Police Department are once again excited to offer bike safety to our children. They will be inspecting bicycles for safety concerns and promoting safe bicycle riding for McKinley Students on May 14, 2024 at 3:20pm.
Immediately following school dismissal, the Watertown Optimist Club and Watertown Police Department will be the south bike rack to inspect bikes for safety concerns. They will also fill out forms in case their bikes are lost or stolen. Students who have their bicycle inspected will get a coupon from Papa Murphy’s and get their name in a drawing for a free helmet sponsored by the SD Emergency Medical Services for Children.
Please send bicycles with your children on May 14, 2024 for the 3:20pm inspections.
Tomorrow is an early dismissal (12:20) for teacher inservice. Please make sure your student(s) know where they are going after school.
Hayden Thomas is the winner of the McKinley Elementary PTO Scholarship. Hayden plans to attend USD for BioChemistry. Congratulations Hayden and best wishes at college!
Parents: How is your school's Special Education Department doing? If you have a student in special education classes, please fill out the survey at https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7323513/SDI8
There is no school Friday or Monday for Easter. Enjoy your time with family!
No School in Watertown on Monday, March 25th. No practice or activities for Monday. Stay safe!