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
Last week students throughout the building participated in Hour of Code. This is where students were able to learn about coding in a fun and interactive way.
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
Students working on their computers on different coding programs during Hour of Code.
Students working on their computers on different coding programs during Hour of Code.
Students working on their computers on different coding programs during Hour of Code.
Students working on their computers on different coding programs during Hour of Code.
Students working on their computers on different coding programs during Hour of Code.
Students working on their computers on different coding programs during Hour of Code.
Students working on their computers on different coding programs during Hour of Code.
Students working on their computers on different coding programs during Hour of Code.
Students working on their computers on different coding programs during Hour of Code.
Students working on their computers on different coding programs during Hour of Code.
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
Check out the line up for next weeks winter spirit week!
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
McKinley Dragon Ambassadors present… An ALL SCHOOL Winter Spirit Week
McKinley's Lost & Found There are three ways to claim your student's missing item from our Lost & Found! 1) Check out our NEW virtual Lost & Found https://photos.app.goo.gl/rByCD2d4WYavaXjL9 2) Remind your student to go to the Lost & Found during school to claim their item. 3) Parents/Guardians can go to the Lost & Found in the school's vestibule during school hours. Please remember to label your student's belongings! Lost & Found items that are labeled are delivered to students. At the end of each month items that are not labeled or claimed will be donated. Thank you!
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
Picture of McKinley dragon with a sign that says "McKinley lost and found needs your help"
Information regarding Abington School District's procedures in the event of inclement weather was emailed to all parents/guardians today. Read the information on our website: https://www.abingtonsd.org/article/1370629
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
Inclement Weather Update
On December 4, students at McKinley got to meet author and illustrator Raul the Third! He spoke to students in grades 3-5 about his life, his journey as a reader and artist, and his award-winning books. He also did some drawing and shared some art from his upcoming projects. Students welcomed him with some artwork of their own, inspired by his series Vamos!
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
Students listening to the author Raul 3rd give his presentation.
Raul the Third and Ms. Strohecker smiling together in front of a life size cartoon illustration.
Author Raul the Third demonstrating how he illustrates his book characters.
Students listening to the author Raul 3rd give his presentation.
Students listening to the author Raul 3rd give his presentation.
Students listening to the author Raul 3rd give his presentation.
Author Raul the Third demonstrating how he illustrates his book characters.
Author Raul the Third demonstrating how he illustrates his book characters.
Author Raul the Third demonstrating how he illustrates his book characters.
Students listening to the author Raul 3rd give his presentation.
5th grade students recently completed a project where they created balloon floats. Watch out Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade!
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
5th grade students holding their balloon projects.
5th grade students holding their balloon projects.
5th grade students holding their balloon projects.
5th grade students holding their balloon projects.
5th grade students holding their balloon projects.
5th grade students holding their balloon projects.
5th grade students holding their balloon projects.
5th grade students holding their balloon projects.
5th grade students holding their balloon projects.
Click the link below to see the December Counselor Newsletter from our McKinley school counselor, Mr. Johnson! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NXpDQxEjjpQe5ZKeX2fPaC9FMb20kIKk/view?usp=sharing
over 1 year ago, McKinley Elementary School
Today, and every day, we are grateful for our Abington School District community. Happy Thanksgiving! #ASDProud #OneASD #Thanksgiving2023
over 1 year ago, Abington School District
Happy Thanksgiving