I volunteer at McKinley and the teachers there are great!!! Especially Mr. Kallok, who writes wonderful songs and teaches them to his kindergartners. Overall, a very happy place to be.
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Posted by a parent on 10/03/09
Our first child is in 1st grade, and our second child just started Kindergarten here. We love several things about the school- its relatively small size, the dedicated and talented teachers and principal, the PTA which is run by a group of extremely devoted parents and increases in membership each year,
... Read more and, last but not least, the wonderful diversity. McKinley has kids from a wide variety of socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds, and everyone feels welcome. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/30/09
The teachers are VERY dedicated and work collaboratively, a real plus. I pick up at 5:00 and most are still there!
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Posted by a parent on 09/18/09
We were thrilled when received our number #1 pick of McKinley last year. They have exceeded my expectations of what makes a great elementary school.
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Posted by a parent on 09/16/09
Our daughter is going into 4th grade. McKinley has been an excellent school for her and for our family. Our new principal, Rosa Fong, has moved into the role so well, the staff, kids and parents have continued to thrive through the transition. The after-school program has improved steadily over the
... Read more years, it has high-quality enrichment activities that my daughter loves: dancing, song-writing, etc. We have an excellent, really stable group of teachers, and the newer teachers have been a welcome addition. The teachers use technology well and appropriately to enhance learning, kids of all levels of skill and aptitude are engaged and excited about learning. It is a diverse, active, happy school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/18/09
We absolutely love this school. My son in K is thriving and learning and really happy. I'm very impressed with the personal attention and teaching that give him what he needs at this age. The expectations are high, and his teacher is positively encouraging him. I'm very happy that we got this school.
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Posted by a parent on 03/04/09
McKinley Elementary has been a joy and a blessing for our family. The teachers have true mastery of the curriculum -- they communicate with each other, with families, and with the children. The enrichment activities are fun and educational. The parent community is incredible -- overflowing with enthusiasm,
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Posted by a parent on 10/30/08
My daughter is now in 1st grade at McKinley. It is hard to believe that two years ago this time we had never heard of the school and now it is the hub of our families activities. The community is very welcoming and accessible. It has the most well balance cultural and racial diversity of any of the
... Read more thirteen SFUSD schools I toured. The architecture of the school revolves around a great room library with classrooms and hallways opening into it. This small active community of parents and volunteers built a new playground and planted herbs gardens in planter boxes outside all the classroom doors opver the summer. The academics are rigourous, but also adjusted to meet the needs of each child, with lots of differential learning going on. My daughter is learning to read as our her classmates, it is truly inspiring to watch them all grow. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/22/08
My daughter is close to finishing her kindergarten year, and it's been amazing to see how she has grown at McKinley. McKinley was our first choice in the selection process, and we're thrilled that we got it. Principal Bonnie is strong, thoughtful, amazing (she even won the 2008 Mayor's Award for Best
... Read more Principal; well deserved!), and the teachers are focused and involved. Mr Kallock, our K teacher, is gentle but stern, and I am amazed that my daughter is writing, spelling, reading, and doing math already. Great after-school program on campus. The school just won a grant for a new playground structure (which will be erected this summer), and the secret of this little school is definitely getting out. Every year, it gets better and better. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/08/08
We are entering our fourth year at McKinley. It is a small school with a very big heart -- The staff and teachers are very accessible, really care about the children and are very willing to work with families to help your child succeed. We love the diversity of the school (it is a microcosm of SF)
... Read more and think the 'extras' - Spanish, music, and dance along with the McKinley traditions (sandcastle contest, UN DAY, Jr. Olympics, performances, etc.) add to the richness of the McKinley experience. Like all public schools it has challenges and constraints, but it is a school which deserves your attention. McKinley's motto is Our Students Shoot for the Stars -- each and every year, the school is making great improvements! Read less
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San Francisco schools — Mckinley Elementary School is located at 1025 14th St, San Francisco CA 94114. 1025 14th St is in the Buena Vista Park and Dolores Park neighborhood and 94114 ZIP code in San Francisco, CA The school district for Mckinley Elementary School is the San Francisco Unified School District. Mckinley Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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