The first graders had some fun with an egg stem activity! Each student was given plastic eggs and playdough. First, they had to make their predictions on how many eggs they thought they could stack. Then, they were given time to try to stack as many as predicted. The students definitely had some creative ways to make it work!
2 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image of a student posing with her egg stem activity
Image of a student posing with her egg stem activity
Image of a student posing with his egg stem activity
Image of a student posing with his egg stem activity
Image of a student posing with his egg stem activity
Image of students posing with their egg stem activity
Image of students posing with their egg stem activity
Image of students posing with their egg stem activity
Image of students posing with their egg stem activity
Image of students posing with their egg stem activity
What a great ending to an amazing challenge. Our 5th graders competed each week in challenges in both math and ELA. The students got to compete both individually and as a team to solve problems and read for understanding. We are so proud of each and every one of our 5th graders and their participation and dedication during the month of March!
2 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image of medals given out to students for their participation in March Madness ELA & Math Challenge
Image of one of the March Madness teams with their medals
Image of one of the March Madness teams with their medals
GRM had fun celebrating spirit week leading up to spring break. Our color wars and future me days were well received. 5th (red) & 6th (white) had a friendly game of kickball to end out our color wars day and we had so many students showing us what they want to be when they grow up. We had police officers, doctors, zoologists, military, firefighters, chefs/bakers, even a future president of the United States.
2 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image of a group of student wearing white to celebrate color wars
Image of students wearing red to celebrate color wars
image of student in a gym playing kickball
Image of PreK & K student wearing their yellow and green to celebrate color wars
image of students dressed up in outfits representing what they want to be when they grow up
Image of students dressed up in costumes of what they want to be when they grow up. Shown here is a doctor and a police officer
image of student dressed in costume of what they want to be when they grow up-shown is a teacher, an astronaut, a police office, a dancer and a veterinarian
image of student dressed as what they want to be when they grow up
Image of students dressed i costumes representing what they want to be when they grown up
Image of a student dressed in costume of what she wants to be when she grows up-President of the United States
Mrs. Langlitz came into the first grade and read the story "Ada Twist Scientist". After reading, she led the class in a science experiment on density.
5 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
A parent came to read a book to our 1st grade class, she stands posing with the book "Ada Twist Scientist"
Students pose for the camera wearing safety goggles for a science experiment
Students pose for the camera wearing safety goggles for a science experiment
Students pose for the camera wearing safety goggles for a science experiment
Students pose for the camera wearing safety goggles for a science experiment
Students pose for the camera wearing safety goggles for a science experiment
Students pose for the camera wearing safety goggles for a science experiment
Students pose for the camera wearing safety goggles for a science experiment
The Mackenzie Leader in Me cultural committee treated students to a fun and delicious waffle toppings bar this morning. From whipped cream and chocolate sauce to fresh strawberries, blueberries, marshmallows, chocolate chips, and sprinkles. There was something for everyone to enjoy. A sweet start to the day!
5 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Two students stand in front of a table covered with a red table cloth. The table has fixings for a waffle toppings bar including marshmallows, fresh berries, whipped cream, syrup and sprinkles
Image of the menu for the waffle toppings bar
A student stands in front of a table covered with a red table cloth. The table has fixings for a waffle toppings bar including marshmallows, fresh berries, whipped cream, syrup and sprinkles
Two students stand in front of a table covered with a red table cloth. The table has fixings for a waffle toppings bar including marshmallows, fresh berries, whipped cream, syrup and sprinkles
A student stands at a cafeteria table with a green tray holding a waffle topped with what looks like marshmallows and chocolate chips.
A students stands at a table covered with a red table cloth as he helps younger students put toppings on a waffle
Two student sit at a cafeteria table with breakfast on their green trays.
A student sits at a cafeteria table with a green tray that has a waffle with strawberries & whipped cream
Students in third-grade art classes at GRM recently completed 3-D art of fish that reside in Sullivan County. Students were able to decide which fish they would like to create, then used reference photos to draw the front and back of their fish. Throughout the process, students learned about how to draw realistically by paying attention to detail. Students then connected both sides using a low-temperature hot glue gun, and filled them with toy stuffing. Finally, students researched their fish and wrote about them.
7 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image depicting pictures of fish that can be found in the waters of Sullivan County NY
Art project made by 3rd grade students showing 3-D drawn fish that can be found in the waters of Sullivan County NY
Art project made by 3rd grade students showing 3-D drawn fish that can be found in the waters of Sullivan County NY
Image of a student's writing piece about the research they did on the fish of Sullivan County NY
Image of a student's writing piece about the research they did on the fish of Sullivan County NY
Image of a student's writing piece about the research they did on the fish of Sullivan County NY
REMINDER:
Community members are invited to the Mackenzie Pantry tomorrow, Wednesday, March 25 from 3:30-7:00 pm
8 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Flyer inviting community members to visit our pantry
The first graders worked together as a class on making positive behavior choices throughout the winter. This week, they celebrated their success with a hot chocolate party!
8 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image of students enjoying snacks in the classroom during their hot chocolate party that they earned for positive behavior choices.
Image of students enjoying snacks in the classroom during their hot chocolate party that they earned for positive behavior choices.
Image of students enjoying snacks in the classroom during their hot chocolate party that they earned for positive behavior choices.
Image of students enjoying snacks in the classroom during their hot chocolate party that they earned for positive behavior choices.
Image of students enjoying snacks in the classroom during their hot chocolate party that they earned for positive behavior choices.
Image of students enjoying snacks in the classroom during their hot chocolate party that they earned for positive behavior choices.
Mrs. Marcinak’s 5th grade class enjoyed a cozy and productive “Books and Bites” session on March 19! Students worked on building their reading stamina while enjoying some tasty snacks—a perfect combination for focused, independent reading time.

Throughout the activity, students practiced staying engaged with their books for longer periods, explored new genres, and shared recommendations with classmates. It was wonderful to see everyone so immersed in their reading!
12 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image of characters of children reading books and eating snacks
Image of children sitting in a classroom at round tables with red table cloths reading books and eating snacks
Image of children sitting in a classroom at round tables with red table cloths reading books and eating snacks
Image of children sitting in a classroom at round tables with red table cloths reading books and eating snacks
Image of children sitting in a classroom at round tables with red table cloths reading books and eating snacks
Image of children sitting in a classroom at round tables with red table cloths reading books and eating snacks
Image of children sitting in a classroom at round tables with red table cloths reading books and eating snacks
In the month of February GRM students and staff were challenged to get active in their classrooms and at home. Ms. Wyss and Mrs. Hunt's 2nd grade were the winners in the primary wing with 464 active minutes and Mrs. Knight’s 5th grade class were the winners in the intermediate wing with 417 minutes. The office staff was the over all winners with a total of 600 minutes. Everyone worked so hard that they earned themselves a glow party.
13 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image of students posing for the camera before they celebrate at a glow party
Students pose for a photo and throw glow sticks in air
Students huddle together and throw glow sticks in air
First Grade was having fun with shaving cream while reviewing their phonics skills.
13 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Students sit at round tables with a tray of shaving cream they are using to practice their phonics skills and pose for the camera with saving cream on their hands
Students sit at round tables with a tray of shaving cream they are using to practice their phonics skills and pose for the camera with saving cream on their hands
Students sit at round tables with a tray of shaving cream they are using to practice their phonics skills and pose for the camera with saving cream on their hands
Students sit at round tables with a tray of shaving cream they are using to practice their phonics skills and pose for the camera with saving cream on their hands
Students sit at round tables with a tray of shaving cream they are using to practice their phonics skills and pose for the camera with saving cream on their hands
Students sit at round tables with a tray of shaving cream they are using to practice their phonics skills and pose for the camera with saving cream on their hands
The GRM Student Council proudly hosted a Vocation & Avocation Event under the leadership of Ms. Kurtzman and the support of the GRM Leadership Action Team!

Our student leaders did an incredible job creating tri-fold presentations and warmly welcoming our presenters. With 16 different vocations and avocations represented, students had the opportunity to visit each table and learn about a wide range of careers, hobbies, and passions.

The excitement was contagious—our students had a blast exploring new interests and asking thoughtful questions!

Some of the careers and avocations included: beekeeping, correctional officers, police officers, master LEGO building, technology, journalism, entrepreneurship, acting, dental hygiene, archery, government positions, art, environmental conservation, fashion design, the National Park Service, coaching, and animal therapy.

A heartfelt thank you to our parents and community members who took the time to share their knowledge and experiences. Your involvement made this event truly meaningful and inspiring for our students!
14 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image of a police officer holding a Body Bunker explaining what it's for to a group of school children
A student holds a model of a human mouth as she's being shown proper brushing and flossing methods
An adult poses with a child in front of a display representing fashion design
Two student kneel with a stuffed animal of a dog
Students are engaged with an adult showing them a honeycomb
An adult is speaking to a group of school children about therapy animals
a group of children show off items they got from representatives from the National Park Service
Students are show how the voting process works by a member of our local government
A group of students gather around a professional archer as he shows them his bow
An art teacher explains her trade to a group of school children
Are you in 4th, 5th or 6th grade at Mackenzie Elementary School? Are you at least 9 years old? Is your parent a member of the Mackenzie PTA? Are you interested in driving the Mackenzie PTA's Soap Box Derby car in the Port Jervis Soap Box Derby race on Sunday, June 14? If so, make sure you turn in your raffle form for a chance to be selected as this year's driver. If you need a form they are available in the GRM main office. Forms are due into the office before Spring Break.
14 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image of a student in the GRM PTA's Soap Box Derby Car
There is not school for students this Friday, March 20 but when we come back on Monday let's have some fun at GRM with a Spring Spirit Week to get us ready for spring break.
14 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image of a slide with the theme days for a spring sprit week
GRM PTA Gertrude Hawk Fundraiser delivery details: orders are arriving this Thursday, March 19!
Pick-up will be from 4-6 pm in the GRM lobby. Please reach out to the Mackenzie main office if you are unable to pick up your order.
16 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image of the Spring 2026 Gertrude Hawk Chocolates Fundraising
Please join us for our annual GRM PTA Hockey Fundraiser on Saturday, April 11, 2026! Puck drops at 6:05 pm.
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins will be taking on the Cleveland Monsters at Mohegan Arena in Wilkes-Barre, PA. Tickets are $23 each, with $4 from every ticket going to our PTA. Our seats are in Section 217. Eldred JSHS families are welcome to join in the fun!
Please contact Joey Mika at 570-970-3626 to purchase tickets over the phone. This is not a drop-off event and transportation is not provided. Please refer to the Know Before You Go site, if you have any questions. https://www.wbspenguins.com/know-before-you-go/
***Beware of scammers! Be sure to only purchase tickets through the WBS Penguins' ticket office.***
19 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
A flyer with details about purchasing tickets for the April 11, 2026 Hockey Game Fundraiser for the Mackenzie PTA
Week one of March Madness in the books!
5th grade has started their test prep madness this week. They are working on teams to earn points but also individual points towards a March Madness celebration. This round was non-elimination and they worked very hard! Keep reading at home and strengthening those math skills!!!
23 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
5th Grade March Madness Team
5th Grade March Madness Team
5th Grade March Madness Team
5th Grade March Madness Team
5th Grade March Madness Team
5th Grade March Madness Team
5th Grade March Madness Team

Community members are invited to come to the Mackenzie Pantry on March 25 between the hours of 3:30-7:00p.m. See flyer for details.

26 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Flyer inviting community members to visit our pantry
LUCK OF THE READ!
Have you heard of a blind book exchange? It is a creative, anonymous book swap. Typically the book is wrapped in a paper where you can't see the cover art, author or book title. Clues are on the outside of the wrapping paper as to what the book is about. You select a book and in this case check it out of the library. You only find out what the book is after you've checked it out of the library. Mrs. Bizjak, ECS school librarian, has set up a March Luck of the Read section in the GRM library. Students can read a synopsis of a "blind book" and check it out of our library. This may lead to finding a new author or topic they enjoy. You never know where reading will take you.
28 days ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image of the rules for the Luck of the Read event in our library
Image of a school library with "blind books" available to check out
A description of a "blind book" is shown
Image of a school library with "blind books" available to check out
FINAL NOTICE: Order the 2026 GRM Yearbook before the February 27 deadline.
Time is running out to guarantee a copy of the 2026 GRM yearbook will be available for your child. Reserve your copy today! https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1022274/Mackenzie-Elementary-School/2026-Yearbook/20250909042027670124/CATALOG_SHOP/
about 1 month ago, Jennifer Anderson
Image of a yearbook with its pages flipped open