Ms. Cady's kindergarten class had a visit from Briar Bush Nature Center. They were able to meet some pretty cool animals!
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
Students in the classroom listening to the Briar Bush presenter and looking at a bearded dragon.
Students in the classroom listening to the Briar Bush presenter and looking at a tortoise.
Briar Bush presenter with a small owl.
Students in the classroom listening to the Briar Bush presenter and looking at a tortoise.
Students in the classroom listening to the Briar Bush presenter and looking at a tortoise.
Students in the classroom listening to the Briar Bush presenter and looking at a bearded dragon.
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
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
Arts in ASD
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.
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
Mr. Oldham speaking at the MLK assembly.
Students sitting at the MLK assembly
students posing with their  peace awards.
Students sitting at the MLK assembly
Ms. Holland presenting peace awards.
Students being recognized for their peace awards.
Students being recognized for their peace awards.
students posing with their  peace awards.
students posing with their  peace awards.
students posing with their  peace awards.
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.
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
Inclement Weather Update
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!
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
Students decorating boxes for the teddy bear toy drive.
Students decorating boxes for the teddy bear toy drive.
Students decorating boxes for the teddy bear toy drive.
Students decorating boxes for the teddy bear toy drive.
Location where the toy donations were dropped off
An adult dropping off the teddy bear donations.
Leaving the teddy bear donations for the children in need.
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.
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
Inclement Weather Update
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.
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
Inclement Weather Update
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.
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
Abington Schools Inclement Weather Update
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.
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
Students working with Mr. Williams during the chemistry lesson.
Students working together on their chemistry lesson from Mr. Williams.
Students working with McKinley teachers during the chemistry lesson.
Students working together on their chemistry lesson from Mr. Williams.
Mr. Williams demonstrating his chemistry lesson for Ms. Livingood's  class.
Mr. Williams demonstrating his chemistry lesson for Ms. Livingood's  class.
Students working with Mr. Williams during the chemistry lesson.
Students working together on their chemistry lesson from Mr. Williams.
Students working together on their chemistry lesson from Mr. Williams.
Students working together on their chemistry lesson from Mr. Williams.
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
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
Help support our 5th graduating class without spending a cent! Check out the flyer for more details.
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
We have an exciting announcement! We're running a 30-day campaign with HundredX Causes to support the McKinley 5th grade graduating class without spending a cents! This month, each time you share a quality brand opinion with HundredX, up to $1.60 goes towards the 5th grade class! You can personally create $100+ of value (by giving 75 pieces of feedback).* Learn more about how you use your opinions to give without spending by clicking the link below or scanning the QR code: Get Started here: https://hundredx.com/schools
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.
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
Inclement Weather Update
Due to tonight's weather forecast, all after-school activities in ASD will be canceled. The YMCA after-school program will remain open. Tonight’s meeting of the Board of School Directors will be held virtually at 7:30pm: https://www.youtube.com/AbingtonSchoolDistrict/live
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
Abington Schools Inclement Weather Update
After several years hiatus, the Class of 2024 is bringing back the Royal Breakfast at Abington Senior High School! Check out the flyer for more information.
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
The Abington Senior High School Class of 2024 cordially invites you to our ROYAL BREAKFAST   Come and eat with your favorite royal characters on Saturday, January 27th! Meet Belle, Tiana, Rapunzel and Flynn Rider, Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff, Moana, Snow White, Jasmine, and Aladdin, Pocahontas, Cinderella and Prince Charming, Aurora, Ariel and Prince Eric, & More! Admission includes a light breakfast, face painting, crown decorating, coloring & more! Cost: $15 per child Time: 9:00-11:00 am Location: Abington Senior High School, Cafeteria A 900 Highland Ave Abington, PA 19001 Reservations: Respond by Friday, January 26th Please pay $15 (cash/check) at the door Make reservations here: https://forms.gle/c3LyBBkea93bF5k7A Tickets will not be sold at the door Please contact Gretchen Hansen at gretchenhansen@abington.k12.pa.us or Alexia Myslinski at alexiamyslinski@abington.k12.pa.us
Mark your calendars for family fun night at Sprinkles! We hope to see you on Thursday, January 11th starting at 4:30. Thank you McKinley PTO for putting on this event!
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
McKinley PTO is proud to present Family Fun Night at  Sprinkles!	 Join us for a “Sprinkle” of ice cream fun! Students and siblings will be treated to a free small scoop of ice cream with sprinkles (of course)!  Mr. Oldham and some McKinley teachers will be there scooping!!   Thursday January 11, 4:30-7:30ish Sprinkles Ice Cream Shoppe 908 Township Line Rd, Elkins Park (cash and Venmo are accepted)
Happy 2024! REMINDER: Schools and offices reopen on Tuesday, January 2nd.
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
Happy 2024! REMINDER: Schools and offices reopen on Tuesday, January 2nd. Enjoy the last day of winter recess!
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
2024: Happy New Year! Abington Schools
We had a successful winter spirit week at McKinley! We wish you all a wonderful winter break and we look forward to seeing you when school resumes on January 2nd.
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
Student dressed as Mr. Oldham on twin day.
Students posing in their twin attire
Staff posing with pancakes at the staff breakfast
Staff posing in their Philadelphia sports gear
Students posing in their twin attire
Students posing in their twin attire
4th grade teachers posing in the hallways with their twin attire.
Staff sitting at a table during the staff luncheon
Students dressed at the grinch
In the following link you will find the Winter 2023 Edition of our digital newsletter, ASD Highlights & Happenings: https://www.smore.com/08ky7
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
screenshot of newsletter
Thank you to our teachers and staff, students, parents/guardians and community members who joined us for this afternoon's meeting of the Bullying Prevention Committee! #ASDProud
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
bullying prevention committee meeting