SEPTEMBER 19, 2025
REMINDER: NO SCHOOL TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 (ROSH HASHANAH)
Important Upcoming Dates
- Friday, September 26 – Add/drop period ends for full-year courses
Save the Date: Financial Aid Information Evening for Upper School Parents — Tuesday, October 14
Please join the College Counseling Office (CCO) for a VIRTUAL discussion* and review of the college financial aid process on Tuesday, October 14, at 7:00 p.m. Our guest speaker is Hilary Ferrie, Associate Director of Undergraduate Financial Aid at Boston College.
*Zoom link to follow.
Important Upcoming Dates
Friday, September 19 — Parent Social Grades 4 and 11
Saturday, September 20 — Parent Social Grade 5
Monday, September 29, 8:15 - 10:15 a.m. — PAMKA Book Fair Meeting
Tuesday, September 30, 8:15 - 9:30 a.m. — Meet the Counselors Coffee
For a complete calendar listing of events, view the PAMKA Calendar in Veracross.
Jr-K–12 Parent Coffee: Meet the Counselors — Tuesday, September 30
Please join MKA's school counseling team for a brief overview of the tri-campus counseling program on Tuesday, September 30, at 8:15 a.m. in the Higgins Conference Room at the Middle School. Hear about the Office of Student Support and how the counselors collaborate with members of the Academic Support team, and learn what you can expect for support for Jr-K–12 students. There will also be time for Q&A for campus-specific questions. Coffee and refreshments will be served.
Jr-K–12 parents are welcome to attend. Please RSVP by September 25.
Fall Parent Socials
Our Fall Parent Socials are in full swing! These wonderful evenings are a fantastic way to meet other parents in your child’s grade.
- Friday, September 19: Grades 4 and 11
- Saturday, September 20: Grade 5
- Friday, October 3: Kindergarten, Grade 8
- Friday, October 10: Grade 3
- Thursday, October 16: Jr-K
- Friday, October 17: Grade 6
The Grade 12 Parent Social will be held in Spring 2025. Grade 12 parents will receive an update after Spring Break.
Please watch for an Evite from your Grade Representative with details regarding the host, location, timing, as well as how to RSVP. Invitations will be sent approximately four weeks prior to your social. For any questions, please contact your PAMKA Grade Representative.
Upcoming Parents and Caregivers Affinity Group Meetings
Join us for the following Parents and Caregivers Affinity Group meetings:
- Wednesday, October 1, 8:15 - 9:15 a.m. — Admissions & Office of Community Belonging - International & Expat Parent & Caregiver Affinity Group Breakfast
Questions? Contact Edie Brennan, Office of Community Belonging/Caregiver Affinity Group Liaison, and/or Paris McLean, Assistant Head of School for Community Belonging. The Parents and Caregivers Affinity Group meeting dates for the 2025-2026 academic year can be found on the Community Belonging Calendar in the Veracross Parent Portal under the "Resources'' tab.
International Parent Affinity Group Breakfast — Wednesday, October 1
Are you living in the U.S. temporarily, or have you recently returned to the U.S. after living abroad? Come meet others who have had the same experience and share your story on Wednesday, October 1, from 8:15 - 9:15 a.m., in the Middle School Higgins Common Room.
To RSVP, please contact Callie Bond, Associate Director of Community Belonging and Admissions Liaison.
MKA Homecoming — Saturday, October 11
Mark your calendars! Join the MKA community to celebrate Homecoming on Saturday, October 11, from 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. for a day full of MKA pride, fall fun, and community spirit. There will be sports games, family-friendly activities like face painting, and more.
Join Us for MKA’s Golf & Tennis Classic — Monday, October 27
The Golf & Tennis Classic returns to Somerset Hills Country Club on Monday, October 27! Hosted by Board of Trustees President Naveen Ballem ’90, M.D., F.A.C.S., the day will feature friendly competition, school pride, and meaningful connections.
Secure your spot by registering today! Questions? Contact Gretchen Berra for more information.
MKA’s Website Has a New Look
As you may have noticed, MKA’s website has a brand new look! The refreshed design highlights the vibrancy of our community and provides a welcoming first impression for prospective families interested in learning more about our school.
Current families should continue to visit the Veracross Parent Portal for all important information and use resources like WeAreMKA for reminders and updates.
Please note, you can access the parent portal from the website by clicking “Veracross Portals” at the top left-hand corner of the homepage. On mobile devices, you can locate the portals by tapping the magnifying glass symbol next to the main menu.
Thank you for joining us in celebrating and sharing all that makes MKA extraordinary.
New Items in the School Store
Gear up for the school year! New spirit wear is now available for online ordering. Visit www.mka.org/schoolstore to place your order now and show your Cougar pride in style this fall.
The archive of weekly tri-campus newsletters can be located on the homepage of your Veracross Portal.