I would like to take this opportunity to welcome everyone to the McKenzie Elementary School web site. The information here should give those interested an in-depth view of our school, staff, students and programs. M.E.S. is a pre-kindergarten thru fourth grade school with approximately 600 students, 43 certificated staff and 12 paraprofessionals. The goal of McKenzie Elementary School is to prepare students academically, socially and emotionally in a safe and nurturing environment for the next level of education. This is accomplished by a hardworking, caring staff incorporating innovative strategies, daily use of computer labs and other technologies, standards-based curriculum, and frequent collaboration to maximize each child's classroom performance.

Another important factor contributing to student success is reinforcement of skills outside of school. Students whose parents take a positive, active role in their education enjoy school and are more successful than those receive little support outside of school. Please communicate with your child's teachers and feel free to contact the guidance counselor or administration with any concerns. There are various organizations within McKenzie Elementary School for the community to be involved such as the Parent-Teacher Organization, Principal's Advisory Council and M.E.S. Volunteers.

As the school year goes forward students will be challenged academically with the understanding that new learning is not always easy. Hard work, consistent practice and productive use of assessment results will aid all students in rising to the next academic level.

Richard Davy, Principal

McKenzie Elementary School Family Involvement Plan

Below is a direct link for parents to research educational curriculum, standards, etc. http://www.state.tn.us/education/mcurriculum.htm

To view the State Standards in grades K - 12 Education curriculum, click on the link below. http://www.state.tn.us/education/ci/standards/index.php

www.ed.gov