Parents are an integral part of the MKA community, and their involvement is welcomed throughout the school. Working in partnership with the administration, parents have a special opportunity to participate in school life through PAMKA, the school's exceptionally active Parents' Association.
GENERAL SCHOOL INFORMATION
Monday - Friday
Primary School: 8:00 a.m. - 2:20 p.m.
Middle School: 7:50 a.m. - 2:50 p.m. Interscholastic sports to follow
Upper School: 8:00 a.m. - 2:50 p.m. Varsity and JV sports to follow
MKA's Extended Play and Enrichment (EPE) Program provides supervision after school for students in grades Pre-K to 5 until 6:00 p.m. Students Extended Student Supervision (ESS) is available Monday-Friday, from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m., for students in grades 6-8. Students can complete homework or participate in activities.
We take the safety of children, faculty, staff and visitors very seriously and work closely with police, fire, and security experts to ensure that we have the appropriate measures in place. While we can never prevent or predict every emergency, we employ best practices to ensure the safety of our community.
MKA’s security team includes professional retired police officers and trained members of our security team. Our security team monitors and manages any relevant internal or external issues that could impact the school.
We have a detailed emergency and crisis plan in place that specifies intervention for various scenarios, including evacuation and shelter in place. We regularly conduct evacuation drills. The plan is reviewed and updated frequently. Communication tools are established that allow us to immediately notify parents about emergencies and the steps being taken.
Emergency evacuation drills are conducted regularly involving the entire school. Faculty and staff are trained each year in safety precautions, emergency procedures and health and safety, including CPR, First Aid and AED. In addition, all of our employees are subjected to three different background checks upon hiring.
The National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) counsels school leaders to build their security plans around community vigilance, and warns against relying on technology or hired safety officers which can provide a false sense of security. It takes the awareness of teachers, parents, and administrators working together to truly ensure a safe and secure environment at school. The employee to student ratio at MKA and our tight-knit community contribute to a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for our children.
MKA requires all adult visitors to present identification so that the school can screen any adult visiting campus.
View the full policy on page 17 of the MKA Handbook.
Dining services at MKA are provided by our food service provider, Dining Partnership Group (DPG) and funded through student(s) accounts. A full lunch program is available to all students for the academic year. Pre-ordering is required for Pre-K and kindergarten students, while full lunch
CONNECTED BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
After-School Programs
After-School Programs
MKA's Extended Play and Enrichment (EPE) Program provides supervision after school for students in grades Pre-K to 5 until 6:00 p.m. Students Extended Student Supervision (ESS) is available Monday-Friday, from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m., for students in grades 6-8. Students can complete homework or participate in activities.
Clubs & Co-Curriculars
Clubs & Co-Curriculars
MKA's comprehensive co-curricular offerings are an essential part of student life, extending and enriching learning beyond the classroom. With more than 50 clubs spanning politics, the arts, fine dining, journalism, and beyond, students pursue their passions in meaningful ways that enrich their MKA journey.
Summer Programs
Summer Programs
STAR Camp and JR STAR Camp are open to current students and the local community.
WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
We welcome you to discover the multiple ways you can be involved in the life of the school. There is something for everyone, from one-hour commitments to future leadership roles for our larger initiatives and events.
PARENTS' ASSOCIATION OF MONTCLAIR KIMBERLEY ACADEMY (PAMKA)
The purpose of PAMKA is to promote the goals of MKA by working with the parents, students, faculty/staff, administration, and the Board of Trustees for the benefit of the school.
AMBASSADOR PROGRAMS
MKA’s Development and Admissions Offices partner with parents to give tours, host admissions events, and support the schools philanthropic goals. If you are interested in learning more about volunteers opportunities with our Admissions of Development Offices, please contact Alyson Waldman, Director of Enrollment Management, Admissions & Financial Aid, or Laela Perkins, Director of Development.
