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# William McKinley Elementary School

The School District of Philadelphia

## Sitemaps

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## Pages

- [William McKinley Elementary - Home](https://mckinley.philasd.org/) - October at McKinley! We’re excited for a great month ahead! Please mark your calendars for these important dates and upcoming events: Oct 2: $1 Dress Down Oct 5: High School Selection Opens Oct 8: Rocket Day Oct 9: Staff Professional Development Day (No School for Students) Oct 12: Indigenous Peoples' Day of Learning (Schools Closed)
- [School Selection](https://mckinley.philasd.org/high-school-selection/) - This process allows students currently in Pre-Kindergarten through 11th grade to apply to attend any District school with available space outside of their neighborhood or catchment area. The 2027–2028 School Selection process opens Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. and closes Friday, October 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. If approved, the new placement would
- [Student Health Services](https://mckinley.philasd.org/student-health-services/) - Student Health Services Immunizations
- [Resources](https://mckinley.philasd.org/resources/) - Parent Handbook/Manual Para Padres (English/Spanish How do I sign-in to the District’s Parent Portal? Create your Parent Portal Sign-In What class should my child be attending? Bell Schedule
- [About Us](https://mckinley.philasd.org/about-us/) - Our Vision The vision of William McKinley is to be a neighborhood school where students learn to think critically, challenge systems, and advocate for the rights of all people including those who look different than themselves. Our Mission With the dedication of our selfless staff, students will have access to a quality education that
- [Leadership Team](https://mckinley.philasd.org/leadership-team/) - Marilyn Carrion-Mejia, Principal Pauline Cooperson, Assistant Principal Michelle Eckert, School-Based Teacher Leader April Marinell, EL Point Person Shelia Jackson, Climate Manager Emma Case, School Counselor
- [Immunizations](https://mckinley.philasd.org/immunizations/) - Immunizations
- [Xiente Community Agency](https://mckinley.philasd.org/norris-square/) - Xiente offers Out of School Time programming to McKinley students after school and during school breaks. Programming includes enrichment activities and support services.
- [Attendance](https://mckinley.philasd.org/attendance/) - Attendance Matters 24-25 Regular attendance ensures the continuity of the educational program essential for growth. Students are expected to arrive to school on time at 8:15 AM. If your child is absent or sent to school late, it is the responsibility of the parent to notify the teacher in writing for the reason. It is
- [Parents](https://mckinley.philasd.org/parents/) - Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Attention families: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), a Federal law, requires that a school with certain exceptions obtain your written consent prior to the disclosure of personally identifiable information from your child’s education records. However, a school may disclose appropriately designated “directory information” without written
- [Volunteer Opportunities](https://mckinley.philasd.org/volunteer-opportunities/) - Volunteer Opportunities There are numerous school trips and other activities which parents are invited to participate in as volunteers. The link below will provide you with the information needed to be compliant to be a volunteer such as clearances and background checks. VolunteerChecklist
- [Vision, Mission, & Core Values](https://mckinley.philasd.org/vision-mission/) - Vision The vision of William McKinley is to be a neighborhood school where students learn to think critically, challenge systems, and advocate for the rights of all people including those who look different than themselves. Mission With the dedication of our selfless staff, students will have access to a quality education that values self-love,
- [Students](https://mckinley.philasd.org/students/) - Dress Code The basic uniform for all McKinley students is: Navy blue shirt/tops Navy blue pants/Navy blue skirts/dresses. Navy blue pants, tights, or leggings can be worn under skirts/dresses. Shoes/sneakers must cover the feet. Sandals are not permitted as they are a tripping hazard. Lunch/Breakfast Program All students are eligible to receive a free
- [Search Results](https://mckinley.philasd.org/search-results/)
- [Right to Know](https://mckinley.philasd.org/right-to-know/) - Right to Know Qualifications: You have the right to request the qualifications of your child’s teacher and any instructional paraprofessionals that work with your child. Please see attached letter and reach out if you have any questions. Derecho a Conocer las Calificaciones: Tiene derecho a solicitar las calificaciones del maestro de su hijo y de
- [Positive Reinforcements](https://mckinley.philasd.org/positive-reinforcements/) - At McKinley, students who behave appropriately are recognized in various ways. To nurture our expectations for good behavior, the following incentive programs have been established to recognize good behavior: Weekly raffles Student of the Month Citizenship awards presented at awards assemblies Pizza party for Honor Roll students Lunch with the Teacher/Assistant Principal/Principal
- [Policies & Procedures](https://mckinley.philasd.org/policies/) - Code of Conduct All students at McKinley are expected to behave in an acceptable and responsible manner while at school, on field trips, and while participating in other school-related activities. Good behavior, courtesy, and cooperation are essential to learning. The school-wide PBIS expectations: The 3 R’s-- Be Ready Be Respectful Be Responsible Listed
- [Our History](https://mckinley.philasd.org/our-history/) - History McKinley Elementary was named for U.S. President William McKinley (1843--1901). McKinley is a one story, PreK through 8th grade school with approximately 414 students. We are located on the corner of Orkney and Diamond Streets in North Philadelphia in the West Kensington neighborhood. Our school was rebuilt in 1969. U.S. President William McKinley
- [Nurse's Corner](https://mckinley.philasd.org/schoolnurse/) - Student Health Services Office of Student Health Services Immunizations
- [Lunch/Breakfast Program](https://mckinley.philasd.org/lunch-breakfast-program/) - All students are eligible to receive a free breakfast and lunch. Breakfast is served in all classrooms each morning at 8:15 AM. Students cannot enter the building before 8:15 AM. Students are expected to follow rules, demonstrate respect for each other, and for the adults that supervise breakfast, lunch, and recess in the schoolyard. There
- [Lateness](https://mckinley.philasd.org/lateness/) - Students who arrive to school after 8:15 AM are considered late. Students who arrive after 8:30 must enter the building through the main entrance and get a late note at the front desk. Attendance Policy: If a student arrives after 10:00 AM or leaves before 1:00 PM without a valid excuse note, the student will
- [School Advisory Council (SAC)](https://mckinley.philasd.org/home-school-parent-group/) - McKinley is in need of parents who are interested in volunteering in our Home and School Parent Group. Parental involvement is an important part of a complete education. If you would like to be a part of this important and much needed effort, please call 215-400-7440 and let us know. In an effort to get
- [High School Selection](https://mckinley.philasd.org/high-school-selection-2/) - At McKinley, prepping for the important decision of choosing the right high school is something we take very seriously and want to give you all the resources to make the right choice. Our counselor is busy creating guides and resource information for the current 8th grade class and is always willing to speak to a
- [Dress Code](https://mckinley.philasd.org/dress-code/) - McKinley Standard Uniform Navy blue collared shirt with the McKinley logo Navy blue pants/skirts/dresses Closed toe shoes or sneakers McKinley Uniform for Physical Education Navy blue McKinley logo t-shirt Navy blue sweatpants Navy blue micro-mesh nylon gym shorts Sneakers Navy blue pants, tights, or leggings can be worn under skirts/dresses. Shoes/sneakers must cover the feet.
- [Contact Information](https://mckinley.philasd.org/contact-information/) - Office Contact Information: William McKinley 2101 N. Orkney St. Philadelphia, PA 19122 For questions or help, please contact... Telephone: 215-400-7440 Fax: 215-400-7441
- [Code of Conduct](https://mckinley.philasd.org/code-conduct/) - Code of Conduct All students at McKinley are expected to behave in an acceptable and responsible manner while at school, on field trips, and while participating in other school-related activities. Good behavior, courtesy, and cooperation are essential to learning. Our school-wide PBIS expectations: The 3 R’s– Be Ready Be Respectful Be Responsible Listed below
- [School Selection Process](https://mckinley.philasd.org/school-selection-process/) - This process allows students currently in Pre-Kindergarten through 11th grades to apply to attend any school with available space outside of their neighborhood or catchment area. The 2023-2024 School Selection process opens Friday, September 15, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. and will close on October 27 at 11:59 p.m. If approved, the new placement would take
- [Philly HopeLine](https://mckinley.philasd.org/philly-hopeline/) - The Philly HopeLine is available M-F from noon to 9 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. to provide counseling services for students, parents and guardians who may need additional support during these difficult times. Phone or text 1-833-PHL-HOPE (1-833-745-4673).

## Alerts

- [Power loss](https://mckinley.philasd.org/office-alert/power-loss/)
- [Summer Programs](https://mckinley.philasd.org/office-alert/summer-programs/)