It is National School Lunch Week! We are so grateful to have these women in our kitchen preparing, serving and cleaning the lunchroom. Joan says the reason she loves her job is: “I love the kids!” Taylor: “Helping the kids make good, healthy choices“ Mary: ”I love kids and I love to spray trays!” Thank you lunchroom staff; we appreciate you!
Fall is here and the weather is changing. We go outside everyday. Please send jackets, hats and gloves. Label everything with your child's name to ensure they do not end up in lost and found. Thank you!
These ladies work hard every day. They shine bright as they help in classrooms, hallways, the lunchroom and the playground. The school day would not run very smoothly without the assistance of these essential women. Akilah says the best part of her job is “I love being around the kids and watching them learn and grow.” Ashley says “My why and my hope are to serve and love others well. My favorite parts are the hugs and building relationships.” Thank you paras. We appreciate you!
If you need to make a payment for preschool tuition, transportation or both, you may drop off a check made out to McKinley Early Childhood Center, or visit our website to pay online at: https://www.watertown.k12.sd.us/o/mckinley-elementary/page/preschool
These payments are due at the end of each month.
This Wednesday was National Custodian’s Day! Shari and her crew are top notch. We know that our building is clean and safe every day when they are here. McKinley Early Childhood Center would not function without them. Shari says the reason she loves her job is “I enjoy helping staff find ways to make their job go smoother. I like seeing the students accomplish new tasks and I enjoy the variety my job brings each day.” Tammy “Being around very friendly people!” Roger “I like kids and teachers!” Thank you to our Heros of the Hallways :) We appreciate you!
Students have been having fun learning about pumpkins in library this week!
It is evident that Mrs. Pieper thoroughly enjoys teaching. She is always prepared and she brings lots of fun into the classroom. Whether it be a story on the rug or a marketplace stand, there are many enjoyable teaching moments throughout a day in her classroom. She says the favorite part of her job is ”The funny things kids say!” Thank you for all of your hard work at McKinley Early Childhood Center. We appreciate you!
Visitors must check in with the office before going down the hallways. When you arrive, ring the doorbell, then sign in and get a badge if you need to go into the building. If you are coming to pick up a student or drop something off, we will ask you wait in the entryway. Thank you!
These ladies are a joy to work with. They are always willing to help and bring their good attitudes with them. Miss Lily’s favorite part of her job is: “I love being able to see the students grow over the school year ”. Miss Vicky’s favorite part of her job is: “I love being with young kids helping them learn, and have a special care for the special ed community.” Miss Jenny’s favorite part of her job is: “The kids! I love making an impact on their life. I also enjoy my coworkers!” Way to go Preschool Paras; we appreciate you!
McKinley Early Childhood Center dismisses at 12:20 on Wednesday, September 25th, for teacher inservice. If your child is not sure of their after school routine for that day, please inform the office at 605-882-6350. Thank you!
Friday was purple and gold day. Also, a big thank you goes to our PTO for putting together our homecoming float!
We had hat day on Thursday. Check out these smiles!
Reminder: We will dismiss at 1:20 today for the homecoming parade.
You are invited to the Arrow Education Foundation tailgate fundraiser tomorrow night at the stadium. $5 per person or $20 per family will get you hamburger/hot dog, chips and a drink.
We were full of homecoming spirit today! The football cheerleaders greeted our students this morning. Many students wore crazy socks to celebrate the kick off of our dress up days. Let's go Arrows!
McKinley students learned about Constitution Day today. Some classes watched a constitution day video for kids and had a happy constitution day coloring page! It was a big word for our little learners! Others displayed a map on the SmartBoard and showed the students where we live in the United States. They made American Flags at station time and talked about how we are proud to live in the USA!
Mrs. Gilmour and Mrs. Krause have been enjoying the new full day Jr. Kindergarten classes. They do a wonderful job with their students. They love being around all the little kids and the funny things they say. Teaching them many new things and watching them grow physically and academically. Way to go Kim & Lindsay!
If your child misses part of a school day for a medical appointment, bringing a note from the doctor will excuse their absence.
Let us never forget those we lost on September 11th, 2001.
-Patriot Day -Remember & Honor - 9-11-01-
High school students will come to McKinley Early Childhood Center on Thursday and Friday to sell buttons during lunch time. These buttons are $2 each and will give you entrance to the Legend on Monday night as well as the Powderpuff and Pep Rally on Thursday night.
