Great teachers, diverse student body, active PTA, top notch principal and great arts, music and physical education programs.
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Posted by a parent on 09/30/09
***Pluses --- Small student population, energetic principal, strong PTA, hardworking and committed teachers, friendly office staff, excellent and growing library. ****Minuses --- Parent involvement mediocre, disorganized communication between teaching staff and principal, no science curriculum, no cafetorium/auditorium
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Posted by a other on 06/03/09
My child is a 3rd grader. We appreciate the principal's hard work, the caring teachers and staff, and are still getting to know parents, many of whom are Chinese and other immigrants. The PTA leadership is wonderful and we just wish more parents would chip in and help us continue to improve our little
... Read more school. We think the teachers have been great. But we just wish our child could have a lighter backpack load each day. And we are trying to improve our playground and facilities. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/25/08
I am a new kindergarten parent and find our teacher is great, interesting and I love that she sings to teach the kids different things. my child comes home with a new song every other day. However, The parents and the principle are not very inviting.. The kindergarten parents are great but have not meet
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Posted by a parent on 10/24/08
My oldest son graduated and my youngest one still attends this charming school. I agree that size is an advantage for the children. I have seen gradual improvements in academics, school site, activities, and equipment. My oldest son has severe chronic illness, and all the staff was extremely caring,
... Read more helpful, and accommodating. I have volunteered in the classrooms, and I know how much effort the teachers put into their work. This isn't a learning academy, but parents can help make a difference by volunteering and participating in staff meetings instead of complain. I recommend it for all parents who would like a safe, loving environment and happy childhood memories for their child. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/25/07
I'm the outgoing PTA president at McCoppin, where it has been a pleasure to work with the students, parents, and staff. Rather than give my personal take on the school, I'd like to share the top 10 things parents here have said they like about McCoppin: * Diverse, well-behaved student body * Enthusiastic,
... Read more motivated teachers * Commitment to excellence * Effective, accessible principal * Emphasis on the three R's * Bilingual Cantonese program * Small size and sense of community * Active PTA and parental involvement * Computer lab and library * The fun events, especially the Halloween Carnival and Chinese New Year's activities Good luck in your search for the right school for your child. Danny Mangin Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/16/07
After not receiving any of our 6 kindergarten choices last year, my wife and I toured McCoppin and were impressed with the principal, teachers and PTA. Our daughter absolutely loves her school and teachers (also enrolled in year-round after-school program), and I now think we'd be hard-pressed to find
... Read more a better learning environment for her at any of the top-ranked schools. The smaller size of the school is also a plus - it has a 'family' atmosphere where everyone is looking out for each other, and the PTA is currently working with administration to make many site and program improvements. McCoppin is a 'diamond in the rough' with potential only limited by concerned and involved parents. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/09/07
With the exception of the kindergarten teacher Mrs. Novitsky, I find that the overall teaching quality at McKoppin is substandard. I would not recommend sending your child there, but with the open enrollment process you may not have an option.
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Posted by a parent on 12/14/06
I think this school is a very warm and welcoming one. We have been very pleased with the environment created by the teachers and principal. Additionally, the school is always encouraging parental involvment and I have found all the teachers to be very receptive to my spending time in the classroom.
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Posted by a parent on 08/06/04
My experience at McCoppin has been great. My sons have been attending this school since kindergarten, they are now in 1st and 2nd grade. The teachers care about the students and the principal is the most supportive person I have ever met. The PTA does a great job of bringing new and exciting programs
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San Francisco schools — Frank Mccoppin Elementary School is located at 651 6th Ave, San Francisco CA 94118. 651 6th Ave is in the Inner Richmond neighborhood and 94118 ZIP code in San Francisco, CA The school district for Frank Mccoppin Elementary School is the San Francisco Unified School District. Frank Mccoppin Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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