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Did you know that in 2027, Keyport High School will celebrate 100 years as a school?

Did you know that Mr. Waters has been at Keyport High School for 20 years? He started as vice principal for 5 years and has been principal for 15 years.

Keyport High School is proud to recognize our October Students and Staff of the Month! These individuals exemplify the dedication, hard work, and Red Raider pride that make our school community so special. Congratulations to all of our October honorees.

Once a Red Raider, always a Red Raider!

We are so excited to see our talented Red Raiders take the stage! Congratulations to everyone who earned a role, and we can't wait to see all your hard work, creativity, and talent come to life. It's going to be a spectacular show!

Break a leg, Red Raiders!

Keyport High School seniors enjoyed a spooktacular morning at the annual Senior Halloween Breakfast and Costume Contest, generously sponsored by the KHS Parent Club, with the help of Mrs. Lattinelli and the culinary classes. Students had a wonderful time celebrating Halloween together, showing off their creative costumes, and enjoying the festive atmosphere. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the KHS Parent Club for sponsoring this special event and helping make it a fun and memorable experience for our seniors!

Congratulations to our Costume Contest Winners!

• 1st Place: Allan Evans

• 2nd Place: Gabriella Perez

• 3rd Place: Madelyn Mell & Adriana Reich

Keyport High School is beginning the process of reviewing mathematics resources for Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2. As we explore resources for future use, feedback from our families is an important part of the process! We invite families to share their experiences with our current math resources and what they would like to see in a future program.

Click here to complete the Family Survey

Your feedback will help guide our Mathematics Curriculum Adoption & Review Committee as we work to select resources that best support our students and teachers.

Keyport Public Schools is pleased to announce that Early Literacy Screening (DIBELS) and i-Ready Diagnostic results are now available for families to view through the Genesis Parent Portal! DIBELS results are available for students in Grades K–3, while i-Ready results are available for students in Grades 1–9, including Algebra I and Geometry Honors. Kindergarten i-Ready results will be available later in October. These assessments provide valuable information about student strengths, academic growth, and areas where additional support may be needed.

Families are encouraged to review their child's results by logging into the Genesis Parent Portal, selecting Documents, and locating the DIBELS and/or i-Ready Family Report. These reports help families better understand their child's progress and support continued learning at home. We appreciate our families' ongoing partnership in helping every Keyport student succeed!

Click here to view the letter.

Congratulations Citlalli Cabanas. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to learning over the summer have paid off! We are proud of your efforts and encourage you to keep up the great work!

Way to go, Citlalli!

There’s always something happening at the Keyport Public Library! From programs and activities to resources for children, teens, and adults, the library offers plenty of opportunities to learn, create, connect, and have fun. We encourage our KHS families to check out what’s coming up and take advantage of all our local library has to offer!

A dedicated member of the Keyport educational community since 1993, Ms. Manganelli has served in a wide range of roles over the past three decades, including Special Education Teacher, 4th Grade Language Arts Teacher, Dean of Students, Academic Interventionist, and Electives Teacher—where she created and introduced the Community Partnership course at Keyport Central School. In January 2026, she transitioned into her role as District Literacy Coach, working closely with 4th–10th grade ELA classes while collaborating with staff across all grade levels and disciplines to make reading and writing engaging, accessible, and meaningful for every learner.

Her lifelong commitment centers on helping students build confidence in their literacy skills. Alongside a Master’s in the Art of Teaching and a supervisory certification, Ms. Manganelli holds New Jersey teaching certifications in Teacher of the Handicapped (PreK–12), Reading (K–8), and Elementary Education (K–8), and has been a certified Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner since 1998.

Outside of the classroom and collaborating with staff, she enjoys planning her next travel adventure and spending sunny afternoons out on the golf course.

Vision for Our Readers

Ms. Manganelli's goal is simple: to ensure every child has the tools, encouragement, and support needed to thrive. Believing that every great leader begins with the courage to read, question, and discover, her vision focuses on partnering with families and teachers to empower students with the gift of literacy and the confidence to find their voice—nurturing curious learners today who will step boldly into the world as the leaders of tomorrow.

Students stopped by the KHS Media Center to relax, explore new books, share their favorite reads, and get to know our District Literacy Coach, Ms. Manganelli!

What a great way to build connections and celebrate a love of reading!

Interested in joining the fun? Listen to the daily announcements and check the bulletin board outside the Media Center to sign up for an upcoming Friday session!

Keep reading, Red Raiders!

Did you know that Google Slides has a new recording feature? Students and teachers can now turn their presentations into videos using Google Vids, making it easier than ever to share ideas and showcase learning!

With the new Record option in Google Slides, users can record presentations, add narration, and create shareable videos. Whether students are presenting a research project, explaining a concept, or practicing their public speaking skills, this feature provides another creative way to demonstrate what they've learned.

Technology continues to open new doors for creativity, communication, and collaboration in the classroom!

👉Record Presentations in Google Slides with Google Vids

Halloween is tomorrow, and the excitement of costumes, trick-or-treating, and sweet treats is almost here! As our Red Raider families prepare for a fun-filled evening, remember that a little balance goes a long way toward a happy and healthy Halloween!

Enjoy your favorite candy, but try spreading your treats out over several days rather than eating them all at once. Be sure to eat a nutritious meal before heading out, stay hydrated, and remember to brush and floss your teeth after enjoying those Halloween goodies!

For families heading out to trick-or-treat, remember to stay visible, use sidewalks and crosswalks, and always be aware of your surroundings.

Most importantly, Halloween is about having fun, making memories, and enjoying time with family and friends!

Wishing our entire Red Raider community a safe, sweet, and healthy Halloween!

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Keyport Public Schools is asking families to share their experiences and perspectives on school attendance through our Parent Attendance Survey. Your feedback will help us better understand the factors that may impact attendance, strengthen communication between home and school, and identify ways we can better support students and families.

The survey only takes a few minutes to complete, and your input is an important part of helping every student stay connected, engaged, and successful.

Click here to complete the Parent Attendance Survey

Keyport School District is participating in the New Jersey School Climate Improvement (NJ SCI) Survey to gather feedback from families about their school experience. Your feedback is important and will help guide future decisions and improvements at both schools.

The survey is anonymous and voluntary.

KHS Parent Survey Link

Password: parent

Questions? Contact jpeirson@kpsdschools.org.

Thank you for sharing your voice and helping us create a positive and supportive school community!

October 22: PSAT for 10th Grade - 8:00 AM start

Your school counselors are here to support you and your child with any academic or social/emotional needs. Please don't hesitate to reach out to them with questions or concerns!

Last Names A–K: Mrs. Stacey Oxley – soxley@kpsdschools.org

Last Names L–Z: Ms. Kelley Cheverino – kcheverino@kpsdschools.org

Free Winter 2026 athletic physicals will be available for Keyport High School and Keyport Central School students on Wednesday, November 18, from 9:30–11:30 AM at the front of the KHS gym. Families must complete the registration form to receive an appointment time and bring signed paper copies of the Family Health History Form and PPE History Form to the appointment.

Questions regarding a current physical on file or a student’s athletic eligibility can be directed to Athletic Trainer Ms. O’Donnell at kodonnell@kpsdschools.org. This is a great opportunity for student-athletes to get ready for the winter season!

Click here to sign up for your Winter Physical.

As the fall athletic season comes to a close, we want to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and determination of our Red Raider student-athletes! From the soccer field and volleyball court to Friday night football games and spirited cheerleading performances, our athletes represented Keyport with pride, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Throughout the season, our boys' and girls' soccer teams, girls' volleyball team, football team, and cheerleaders demonstrated tremendous commitment, perseverance, and growth.

A special thank you to our coaches, families, volunteers, and loyal Red Raider fans for their continued support throughout the season. Whether cheering from the sidelines, filling the stands, or supporting our athletes behind the scenes, our Keyport community played an important role in making this fall memorable. To our seniors, thank you for your leadership, dedication, and the lasting impact you have made on your teams and our athletic programs.

Congratulations to all our fall athletes and coaches on a season filled with growth, unforgettable moments, and Raider pride! We look forward to building on this season's experiences and continuing to strengthen our athletic programs.

Once a Raider, Always a Raider!