The students of McKinley participated in an African-American Read-In to celebrate Black History Month. We read wonderful stories and completed activities based off those books.
At last week's meeting, the Board of School Directors approved the calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. Download it here: https://www.abingtonsd.org/page/district-calendars
The third grade Spanish club is up and running! The students are currently learning about colors and numbers.
Due to the inclement weather, all Abington School District schools and offices will be closed today, February 13, 2024. As this is our third emergency closure due to weather, there will be no instruction for students.
Check out the February edition of our McKinley School Counselor Newsletter from our school counselor, Mr. Johnson!
Kindergarten registration for the 2024-2025 school year opens tomorrow! Children whose 5th birthday occurs on or before September 1, 2024, may enroll. For more information, visit: https://www.abingtonsd.org/o/abington/page/kindergarten-registration #OneASD
Do you like to have fun while learning at the same time? Do you like to be creative? Would you like the opportunity to prizes, certificates, or ribbons for your hard work and effort? The PA statistics poster project may be for you! Check out the link for more information. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1py8C6NE8LTBm1KMHkuzNtN9kkB8b0l6x/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=106922131889980866754&rtpof=true&sd=true
The McKinley McMentor program held a winter STEAM event. Students and mentors participated in a variety of activities that focused on building and creative thinking!
Ms. Cady's kindergarten class had a visit from Briar Bush Nature Center. They were able to meet some pretty cool animals!
REMINDER: The next Arts in ASD parent/guardian group meeting is Tuesday, Jan. 30 at 7pm in the AMS Little Theater. The meeting will focus on the visual arts with a presentation from Dr. Matthew Harris and Ms. Nicole Caracciolo, Curriculum Lead for K-12 Art. #ArtsinASD
McKinley celebrated the life and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a peace assembly. During the assembly the members of The McKinley Bullying Prevention Committee read MLK quotes and shared insights about Dr. King and his messages of love and kindness. The administration team presented peace awards to students and we listened to performances from other students.
With the forecasted snow totals for tomorrow increasing as the day goes on, all Abington School District schools and offices will be closed Friday, January 19, 2024.
This year, the McKinley Equity and Diversity Committee held a teddy bear/stuffed animal drive. Our school was able to donate these items to the Salvation Army Red Shield Family Residence. The Salvation Army Red Shield Family Residence is a safe and welcoming emergency housing shelter. Mrs. Lee's class worked to decorate the boxes that the stuffed were held in. Thank you for all of your donations McKinley!
All Abington School District schools will open on a 2-hour delay tomorrow, January 17. Students are to report to their bus stops or schools two hours later than their usually scheduled time. The YMCA will not provide morning care.
Abington School District schools and offices will be closed today, January 16, 2024. As a reminder, this first closure will be observed as a traditional emergency closing day for students and staff, which means there will be no instruction.
Due to the weather forecast, all Abington School District schools will open on a two-hour delay tomorrow, January 16. Students are to report to their bus stops or schools two hours later than their usually scheduled time. The YMCA will not provide morning care.
Students in Ms. Livingood's third grade class had a special visit and chemistry lesson from high school science teacher and McKinley parent, Mr. Williams. Mr. Williams started by teaching students about the properties of carbon dioxide. The highlight of the lesson was when students used a universal indicator and a portion of the pH scale to determine if various liquids were acids or bases. Watching a quarter sing, a candle extinguished with carbon dioxide, and using dry ice to make bubbles float were also exciting activities.
McKinley Elementary School is partnering with Abington Friends School for their King Day of Service. As we approach Martin Luther King Day, many of our families are looking for ways to give back to the community. Use the link below to see the full schedule and registration details if you are interested.
https://mailchi.mp/abingtonfriends.net/join-us-on-mlk-day-for-a-day-of-service-1331868?e=59c049cfb0
Help support our 5th graduating class without spending a cent! Check out the flyer for more details.
All Abington School District schools will open on a 2-hour delay Wednesday, January 10. Students are to report to their bus stops or schools two hours later than their usually scheduled time. Before-school care provided by the YMCA will also operate on a delayed schedule.
