I think the teachers at the school are great! They are very caring and genuine. I loved every teacher that was assigned my child. Especially my child's 1st grade teacher, she built a strong foundation. I am very thankful to her. All of the teachers had a positive impact. On the flip side I feel
... Read more the Principal is lacking in controlling/disciplining the negative behavior of several of the students. I understand the Principal cannot oversee everything, but when it is brought to her attention and the bullying continues, something is definitely wrong with the system. My child love going to school until the bullying began. It broke my heart many times to see my child come home in tears. I regret bringing it to the Principal's attention, it taught my child not trust her. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/21/08
My child has been attending McKinnon Elementary School since 1st grade. Having worked there with the teachers and staff, I know first hand what a tremendous school it is. The people there truely care about your children and the academic levels are incomparable. The Principal Mrs. Fisher has a genuine
... Read more love for children and takes them to new levels. The only downfall to the school is because of lack of funding. I would have liked to have seen more afterschool activities available. More clubs offered. It all comes down to parent involvement. Their PTA works incredibly hard. I did feel extremely comfortable and confident with my child attending school there! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/17/06
My children have been going to this school since it opened. My over all experience has been great. I have had 3 children in this school and as all parents know every child is different. One is an excellent straight A student who is verywell behaived, where as the other has difficulty in the learning
... Read more process. The principal and teachers have been very helpful and understanding. This is a very good school with very good programs. It will hurt leaving this school.... ps... the kindergarden teachers are great.... Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/02/06
I believe that McKinnon School is a wonderful school. They completely involve the parents in the activities and I am a member of the PTA which plays a big part in the school activities. My son is in Kindergarten and going on his second field trip of the year. He really adores his teacher and I thing
... Read more she is wonderful also. Overall I am very happy with McKinnon School. Read less
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Salinas schools — Mckinnon Elementary School is located at 2100 Mckinnon St, Salinas CA 93906. 2100 Mckinnon St is in the 93906 ZIP code in Salinas, CA The school district for Mckinnon Elementary School is the Santa Rita Union School District. Mckinnon Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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