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Upcoming PTO Events

We have a lot of exciting events coming up this year. Mark your calendars. We look forward to see you all!

Save the Date - First PTO Meeting

Kickoff PTO Night!
Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 9 at 6:30 PM in the library.
Let’s start the year strong!  Come meet fellow families, share ideas, and get involved!

Light refreshments and drinks provided. 

Book Fair

McKinley’s annual Book Fair is back! Start the year with some new books, and help to support our school library at the same time!

Shop online from September 15-October 3! Visit bit.ly/mkbookfair25 to browse suggestions from our school librarian, pre-order the next book in your student’s favorite series, or search for your next read! A portion of all purchases comes back to support our school library (10% of in-person sales and 20% of online sales).

Please see the attached flyer for more information and contact our librarian, Ms. Strohecker, with any questions at LaurenStrohecker@abington.k12.pa.us

Happy reading, and thank you for your support!

5th Grade Committee

Attention 5th grade parents!!!! 

For anyone who would like to help with 5th grade fundraising, events and planning please email us: mckinleygrade5@gmail.com 


Stay up to date with the latest events, fundraisers and sig ups by visiting the 5th grade section of the PTO Website at https://www.mckinleypto.org/5thgradecommittee.


PLEASE FILL OUT THE FORM  AT THE LINK BELOW AND RETURN TO SCHOOL BY WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 17th!

Making History Since Day One - 5th Grade Fundraising Form

Together, we can ensure that ALL our kids have a great year. McKinley has H.E.A.R.T! 

-Katie Mecca, Michele Ganas, Brenda Corey and The 5th Grade Committee

2025-2026 PTO Meeting Schedule
McKinley Drama Club

McKinley Drama Club

We're excited to see so much interest in this year's McKinley musical: Willy Wonka Jr.! 


Please visit the Drama Club page for important audition information, play information and the link to sign up. Signups close this Sunday, September 28th. 


The Zoom link for this Thursday's parent meeting will be posted under "Willy Wonka Jr. Info" on the Drama Club page.


Questions? Please contact mckinleydramaclub370@gmail.com 

Drama Club Fundraiser

You can order today through October 10th at www.getblooming.com. Thank you for supporting theater arts at McKinley!


Room Parent selection

Room Parents Have Been Selected
📬 Check your inbox to find out if you were picked.  Emails went out on September 16th.

Didn’t get picked this time? No sweat! There are tons of other fun ways to jump in and help out around the school and with the PTO.
👉 Click here to find your next volunteer adventure!

Committee Information

The PTO offers so many fun events and incentives for students all year long! Check out the committee information on our website to find the best fit for you to get involved and volunteer at your child’s school—it’s a rewarding (and fun!) way to give back.

Click THIS LINK to find out more & to join the fun!

Garden Recess Visits


We're excited to bring back garden recess visits! 
Beginning October 1st, students will have the opportunity to visit the garden during recess on Wednesdays. Oct dates are 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, and 10/29. If you are interested in volunteering to help make these visits possible, please sign up here: October recess visits.


Please note you must be an approved school district volunteer for recess visits. If you need to complete the volunteer clearance application, more information can be found here: ASD volunteer clearance.


If you are interested in volunteering in the garden but are unable to help during these times, please submit your contact info on the PTO volunteer interest page or contact Alex at 215-834-7866.

Join McKinley's Virtual Lost & Found Google photo album. This album is updated weekly with pictures of every item in the Lost & Found. Comment on the photo to claim your student's item and it will be returned to them.


Please remember to label all hoodies, jackets, water bottles, and lunchboxes! Any labeled items are quickly returned to students. Unclaimed items will be donated at the end of the month. Thank you!


Spiritwear

Explore our Spiritwear site—your go-to spot for all the gear you love! From tees and baseball shirts to cozy blankets, bags, lanyards, bottles, and keychains, we’ve got something for everyone. Plus, orders arrive in under 2 weeks, so you can show your McKinley spirit fast.  Don’t miss our new McK ❤️ shirts—fun, stylish, and the perfect way to show that McKinley has HEART!

Shop now HERE!

Ways to Stay Connected
Become a PTO Member

Dues start at a suggested donation of $20. These funds will allow us to recognize our teachers, support activities, and provide fun events.  

Pay PTO dues!

Join the Directory

We invite you to visit the McKinley PTO Directory. The directory is the best way to connect so we encourage all families to add or edit their information as soon as possible.

PTO Website

Visit the PTO website for events, updates, and more.

PTO Facebook Group

The PTO has a Facebook group to interact with families and to inform you of fun activities for students, parents and teachers. This will also be a hub to stay up to date on school information. 

Become a PTO Member Today!

The PTO is a Non-Profit Organization!

This means that you can write off your PTO dues! Funds collected through dues and fundraising events go directly towards supporting our teachers, student events, and various school clubs. PTO Dues start at the suggested donation of $20.


Please take a moment to update the directory at www.mckinleypto.org/directory-howto with your child(ren)'s current grade and teacher. Thank you!

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