McKinley Early Childhood Center dismisses at 12:20 on Friday, April 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!
There will be no school Friday, April 18th nor Monday, April 21st for Easter break. Enjoy this time with family!
If your child attends Project Learn, please note the last day is on May 15th. We will not have any after school childcare the last week of school (and if you have older children, please know the Boys and Girls Club is closed the week of May 19-23rd as well). Please plan accordingly. Thank you!
These paraprofessionals are so great! They come to work every day ready to go and willing to learn new things. Kelsey says her favorite part of the job is: “When the students get that moment where they finally get something they have been working on.” Allie: “I love making connections with the kids and being able to watch them grow!” Jenny: “I love listening to preschoolers' conversations. They are so funny and cute. I like helping people.” Thank you Kelsey, Allie and Jenny; we appreciate you!
Mrs. St. Sauver is splendid! Her kindergarten classroom is full of love! The kids enjoy learning and playing in her classroom. Kaylee wears a smile on her face every day and is always flexible in an ever changing schedule. Kaylee says her favorite thing about the job is "I love being with kids and the adults I work with." Thank you Mrs. St. Sauver; we appreciate you!
McKinley PTO Carnival POSTPONED to Thursday, April 3rd from 5:00-6:30. Please not the time change. Games, prizes, food, silent auction and more!! Pre-registration available but not required.
Miss Holly is helpful! Her preschool students have been enjoying activities in the classroom, library, gym, and the playground! Mrs. Grimsrud is always positive and insightful. Holly says her favorite thing about the job is “My favorite part of teaching is seeing all of their little successes as they grow and learn and creating life-long relationships with families and students.” Thank you Miss Holly; we appreciate you!
Mrs. Busskhol is the best! Students learn through creativity in her learning center! Bailey has a positive attitude and loves to help anywhere she is needed. Mrs. Busskol says her favorite thing about the job is “I love seeing the students smile and laugh! It can turn your attitude around instantly. They are so full of life!” Thank you Mrs. Busskohl; we appreciate you!
Reminder: McKinley Early Childhood Center is closed this Monday-Friday, March 17th-21st. Monday and Tuesday are scheduled Preschool and Kindergarten screenings (McKinley students do not need to attend screenings). Then: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday we are closed for Spring Break. Enjoy this time with your family.
Ms. Mack is magnificent! Her preschool classes enjoy coming to school every day! Shelby has a contagious smile and loves to share the progress her students make on new skills. Ms. Mack says her favorite thing about the job is “Building relationships with students and watching them grow throughout the year.” Thank you Ms. Mack; we appreciate you!
McKinley Early Childhood Center is closed Monday-Friday March 17th-21st. Monday and Tuesday are scheduled Preschool and Kindergarten screenings. McKinley students do not attend screenings. Then: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday we are closed for Spring Break. Enjoy this time with your family.
Miss Jacque is joyful! Her preschool class has so much fun learning new things every day! Mrs. Blaha shows compassion and kindness to every student. Jacque says her favorite thing about the job is “Watching students grow throughout the year and the relationships that I build with my students. I am in education because I feel like every day I get the chance to make an impact on the students in my classroom.” Thank you Miss Jacque; we appreciate you!
McKinley Early Childhood Center dismisses at 12:20 on Wednesday, February 26th, 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!
Mrs. Moeller is magical! Her music classroom is humming with excitement. She continues to bring her best energy to the building day after day. Peggy says her favorite thing about the job is “I get to spread the joy of singing and dancing with kids all day!” Thank you Mrs. Moeller; we appreciate you!
Mrs. Zemlicka is zestful! Her kindergarten classroom is constantly learning and creating. She comes to work with smiles and love. Ashley says her favorite thing about the job is “I love kids! Watching students get excited when they understand something. This age they are filled with some much light and have so much room for growth. ” Thank you Mrs. Zemclika; we appreciate you!
There is no school on Monday, February 17th for President's Day. Enjoy your long weekend!
Reminder: There is no school tomorrow for Parent Teacher Conferences (nor on Monday for President's Day). If you haven't done so already, please sign up for a conference here: https://www.watertown.k12.sd.us/o/mckinley-elementary/page/parenteacherconferencescopy
Ms. Foust is fabulous! Her kindergarten classroom is a great space for students to learn and grow. She is always positive and kind with staff and students alike. Yvette says her favorite thing about the job is “The kids! I love watching the growth from the first to last day!” Thank you Ms. Foust; we appreciate you!
McKinley will have a book fair during Parent/Teacher conferences next Friday! You can shop with your student between 8am-4pm. If you prefer, your student can shop during their regular library time. *Please communicate with your child's teacher if you are sending money for books with your student.
Mrs. Catlette is caring! She is McKinley’s librarian. She greets students every morning and is excited to start each day with a smile, a hug or a high five. The library is a warm and welcoming space for students. The classes do activities, crafts, dances and reading during her livley library time! Becky says her favorite thing about the job is “Helping kids grow a love of books and getting shy, sweet kids to feel loved and comfortable at school.” Thank you Mrs. Catlette; we appreciate you!
