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
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.
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.
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!
TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT! Bunny Bingo is going to be a fantastic, family friendly night of fun! Join us from 5:15-7:00pm at the Codington County Extension Building!
Tomorrow is Bunny Bingo. Plan on being there for pizza, popcorn, pop, raffles, prizes and LOTS of fun! Doors open at 5:15 and will end at 7:00pm.
We have 1000s of dollars worth of prizes to be given away THIS THURSDAY! Hop on over to Bunny Bingo at the Codington County Extension Building. Doors open at 5:15.
There is no school Wednesday-Friday for Spring Break. Enjoy your time with family!
Save the date! Bunny Bingo is next Thursday (3/21/24). Get a photo with the Easter Bunny from 5:15-6:00!
