The School District of Philadelphia
William M. Meredith K-8 School
Parent/Student Handbook
2019-2020 Academic
Lauren Joy Overton, Principal
Dr. Sonya Harrison, Assistant Superintendent
Neighborhood Network 3
This is an informational handbook that should be used as a reference throughout this academic year. The material contained is not all-inclusive, but highlights information most often needed. Among its contents are specific procedures for the operation of the school, procedures and protocol for students and parents, as well as policies laid forth by the School District of Philadelphia. Please remember that all policies are developed for the good of the children, the staff, and the greater school community. If changes are made, you will be alerted to the changes through the home and school email blast.
Principal’s Message pg. 3
Mission, Vision, Values pg. 4
School calendar pg. 5-8
Arrival Procedures pg. 8
Dismissal Procedures pg. 9-10
Emergency School Closing and Delayed Opening pg. 10
Legal Custody & Release of a Child pg. 10
Attendance pg. 11
Emergency Contact pg. 11-12
Personal Electronics pg. 12
School District Acceptable Use of Technology pg. 12-14
Discipline Policy pg. 14-18
Dress Code pg. 18-19
After School Activities pg. 19-20
Lost and Found pg. 20
Library Policy pg. 20-21
Trips pg. 21-23
Parent-Teacher Conferences pg. 23
Meeting with the Principal pg. 23
Classroom Visits pg. 24
Home and School Association pg. 25
Tips to Keep Up To Date pg. 26
Middle School Specialty Class Schedule pg. 27
Lunch Schedule pg. 28
Dear Meredith Families,
Welcome to the 2019-2020 school year! Last year was a great year for growth and learning. We made every single target goal that we set for the 2018-2019 school year. We improved our attendance rates as well as our Math, Science, and English Language Arts PSSA scores. To learn more about our progress and programing I invite you to come meet your student’s teachers and learn about their expectations on Back to School Night. Two back to school nights will be offered to differentiate for Elementary and Middle School programming.
I am deeply committed to working with you, our teachers, and students to provide the optimal conditions for exploration, learning, and joy within our school. I am looking forward to cultivating a positive relationship with you and your children. It is a privilege and honor to be able to roll up my sleeves to work with you and your students. Here is to another successful year at William M. Meredith!
Sincerely,
Lauren Overton, Principal
William M. Meredith is committed to building a brave, just, and joyful community.
William M. Meredith is a caring and collaborative community where students are empowered to own their educational experience through exploration and innovation. We cultivate reciprocal relationships between families, students, faculty, and staff. We encourage and foster a growth mindset for all members of our learning community.
Meredith School Staff List: 2019-2020
NAME | GRADE/POSITION | ROOM NUMBER |
Lauren Overton | Principal | Office- 1000 |
Kevin Wilson | Philly Plus Resident | Office-1000 |
Cheri Jones | Secretary | Office- 1000 |
Jennifer Pakola | K | 108 |
Jennifer Jutzi | K | 107 |
Emily Lieber | 1 | 105 |
Kim Hoffman | 1 | 106 |
Serena Weinberg | ½ Multiage Classroom | 201 |
Kate Severino | 2 | 102 |
Rachel Israelite | 2 | 103 |
Faith Griffiths | 3 | 207 |
Samantha Lameira | 3 | 205 |
Jen Pintimalli | 3 | 206 |
Tara Gabriel | 4 | 208 |
Olivia Franzzo | 4 | 202 |
Joy Bryson | 5 Math/Science | 306 |
Anita Aguilar | 5 ELA/Social Studies | 301 |
Tamarah Rash | 6/7 ELA | 308 |
Alex Piazza | 6/7 Math | 302 |
Robert Brown | 7/8 Math | 304 |
Chris Leshock | 6/7/8 Science | Science Lab- 3110 |
Nicole Alliegro | 7/8 ELA | 307 |
Tim McCollum | 6/7/8 Social Studies | 303 |
Lea DiRusso | Special Education | 206.5- 2100 |
Rob Hamm | School-Based Teacher Leader & Literacy Coach | Teacher’s Lounge- 205.5 |
Christopher Theodore | Physical Education | Gym- 4001 |
Jeremy Hollis | Technology | Computer Lab- 104 |
Sonya Smith | Art | 309 |
Mark Sobol | Music | B5 |
Que Travis | Nurse | 104.5- 1042 |
Linda Mullens | Psychologist | 307A- 3062 |
Faith Zaback | Counselor | 109- 1062 |
Jessica Tilli | Math Lead/SIS Coach | 306.5 |
Julie Davis | Speech | 109- 1062 |
Carol DelMastro | SSA/SCS | Office- 1011/Cafeteria |
Kim Powell | SSA/SCS | 2nd/Cafeteria |
Arline Billbrough | SSA/SCS | Library- 2040 |
Nabila Belhadj Sellama | SCS-5hrs | Cafeteria |
Shyema Brooks | SCS-5hrs | Cafeteria |
Kate Lutzo | SCS-5hrs | Cafeteria |
Anne Lynagh | SSA-4hrs | K-1st |
Jameela Chamberlain | SSA-4hrs | K-1st |
Linda Paisley | Student Support | |
Sharlotta Jones | Student Support | |
Marlene White | Student Support | |
Ashley Taylor-Gardner | Student Support | |
Kiana Jackson | Student Support | |
Zakeenna Parker | Student Support | |
Cheryl Brown | Lead Food Service Worker | Cafeteria- 4004 |
Russell Dorr | Building Engineer | 4110 |
Briana Wright | Maintenance Staff | 4110 |
Tyniesha Burton | Maintenance Staff | 4110 |
Building Engineer: 215-351-7364 Cafeteria: ext. 4004
Teacher’s Lounge: ext. 2051 Back Office Phone: ext. 1014
Auditorium: ext. 1180 Office: ext. 6 Faith Zaback: ext. 1062
School District Calendar 2019-2020
Since the calendar is subject to change during the course of the school year, the web version may contain updates not reflected in the printed version of this publication.
The following is the calendar for all schools and Pre-Kindergarten Programs for the 2019 – 2020 school year:
Date | Activity |
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August 26, 2019 | First Day for Staff | |
August 26 – 29, 2019 | District-wide Professional Development | |
August 26 – 29, 2019 | Kindergarten Parent/Teacher Interviews | |
August 30, 2019 | Reorganization – Academic Year Preparation K-12 | |
September 2, 2019 | Labor Day – Schools Closed and Administrative Offices Closed | |
September 3, 2019 | First Day for Grades K-12 – Student Attendance | |
September 3, 2019 | First Day for Head Start and Bright Futures – Student Attendance | |
September 27, 2019 | Full-Day Professional Development (Staff Only; Schools Closed for Students) | |
September 30, 2019 | Rosh Hashanah – Schools Closed and Administrative Offices Closed | |
October 9, 2019 | Yom Kippur – Schools Closed and Administrative Offices Closed | |
October 16, 2019 | SAT/PSAT school day | |
October 22 – 24, 2019 | Interim Reports | |
October 25, 2019 | Professional Development Half Day – 3-Hour Early Dismissal | |
November 5, 2019 | Election Day – Schools Closed | |
November 11, 2019 | Veterans’ Day – Schools Closed and Administrative Offices Closed | |
November 15, 2019 | Professional Development Half Day – 3-Hour Early Dismissal | |
November 20 – 22, 2019 | Report card conferences | |
November 28 – 29, 2019 | Thanksgiving Holiday – Schools Closed and Administrative Offices Closed | |
December 17 – 19, 2019 | Interim Reports | |
December 23, 2019 | Professional Development Day – Full-Day Professional Development (Staff Only; Schools Closed for Students) | |
December 24, 2019 | Winter Recess – Schools Closed | |
December 25, 2019 | Winter Recess – Schools Closed and Administrative Offices Closed | |
December 26 – 30, 2019 | Winter Recess – Schools Closed | |
December 31, 2019 | Winter Recess – Schools Closed | |
January 1, 2020 | New Year’s Day – Schools Closed and Administrative Offices Closed | |
January 20, 2020 | Dr. Martin Luther King Day – Schools Closed and Administrative Offices Closed | |
January 24, 2020 | Professional Development Half Day – 3-Hour Early Dismissal | |
February 5 – 7, 2020 | Report Card Conferences | |
February 17, 2020 | Presidents’ Day – Schools Closed and Administrative Offices Closed | |
February 28, 2020 | Professional Development Half Day – 3-Hour Early Dismissal | |
March 10 – 12, 2020 | Interim Reports | |
April 6 - 9, 2020 | Spring Recess – Schools Closed | |
April 10, 2020 | Good Friday – Schools Closed and Administrative Offices Closed | |
April 15 – 17, 2020 | Report Card Conferences | |
April 24, 2020 | Professional Development Half Day – 3-Hour Early Dismissal | |
April 28, 2020 | Election Day – Schools Closed | |
May 13 – 15, 2020 | Interim Reports | |
May 22, 2020 | Professional Development Half Day – 3-Hour Early Dismissal | |
May 25, 2020 | Memorial Day/ Eid-al-Fitr – Schools Closed and Administrative Offices Closed | |
June 10 – 12, 2020 | Graduation Window | |
June 12, 2020 | Last Day for Students | |
June 15, 2020 | Last Day for Staff- Full-Day PD |
Meredith School General Policy/Operations
Arrival and Dismissal
School begins promptly at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:09 p.m. Children should be in line by 8:28 am. All children must be picked up on time
Arrival
Students may arrive at 8:00 a.m. for breakfast in the cafeteria. Breakfast is served from 8:00 - 8:20 a.m. Breakfast is free to all students.
Students NOT eating breakfast at school should report to the yard outside and not be in the building unless there is inclement weather including temperatures below 32 degrees.
Students should not report to school earlier than 8:00 a.m. There is no supervision until that time. The school assumes no liability or responsibility for children on school grounds until supervision begins.
Parents are not permitted to walk their children to their classrooms.
In the case of inclement weather:
Late Arrival
Any student who arrives after 8:30 a.m. is considered late and will be marked as such. If a student is late, he/she must report to the main office for a late slip. Late arrivals are recorded on a student's attendance record and can affect a student’s chances of acceptance to a high school of their choice. Lateness is disruptive to the instructional day. Punctuality is expected. There is no such thing as “excused lateness” for doctors, dentists, appointments etc.
Dismissal
It is imperative that parents/caregivers pick up their children on time during regular and early dismissal days. The faculty and administrators will not supervise children after school.
Students are dismissed to the schoolyard at 3:09 p.m. on regular dismissal and 12:09 p.m. on early dismissal. Please arrive promptly to pick up your child. Kindergarten students are dismissed from their classrooms. Parents and caregivers must sign kindergarten students out and may do so as early as 3:00 p.m. (no earlier).
*STUDENTS WHO ARE NOT SUPERVISED MAY NOT REMAIN IN THE SCHOOL YARD*
If an older student from the school, or another adult, is picking up a younger child, written permission must be given by the parent/guardian. A student will not be released without written permission to any other adult other than those who have been designated.
Students are not allowed on the playground after school unless supervised by an adult. Students may play on the playground during the public hours beginning at 4:15 p.m. (as many of our after school programs use this space). The playground area cannot be used as a waiting area for your child to be picked up. Once the school day ends, this area is unsupervised. The School District of Philadelphia is not responsible for students on the playground once the school day ends at 3:09 p.m.
Dismissal from After School Activities
All after school activities will dismiss students to the school yard at 4:15 p.m. (The only exception is Girls on the Run.) Parents are not permitted to enter the building after 3:15 p.m. Parents should meet their child in the school yard for pick-up. The parking lot gates will be unlocked. Early dismissal from after school programming is not permitted. If the student cannot stay for the entire duration of the after school program, they are not permitted to stay for programming that day.
If the need for an early dismissal arises, the parent/guardian must come to the main office to request the dismissal.
The parent/guardian must report to the main office and sign the "Early Dismissal Book" in order to have a child released from school.
Parents must wait in the main office as their children will be dismissed from the main office. ID is required.
THERE WILL BE NO EARLY DISMISSALS PERMITTED AFTER 2:45 PM. PLAN ACCORDINGLY!
In the event of an emergency closing for the school, the announcement will appear on the School District of Philadelphia's website (www.philasd.org). We will also send a robocall to parents. It is imperative that your contact information is updated with the office so that emergency contacts are available to the school at all times.
If there is a citywide closing of all public schools, especially during the winter months, the announcement will appear on the School District of Philadelphia's website (www.philasd.org), through the Meredith facebook page, and on our instagram page. Robocalls will also be made when possible.
Please refrain from calling the school office to find out if school is closed. The phone lines are needed during this time to communicate with the faculty and the School District of Philadelphia.
Legal Custody
Parents/guardians are asked to inform the main office and the child's teacher when legal custody of a child resides with one parent. School personnel can only make decisions about the child (e.g., permission to pick up a child from school) based on official legal documents. It is important for the school to have a copy of the custody decree. Custodial parents/guardians likewise are asked to supply the school with copies of restraining orders.
Release of a Child
A child will not be released to a parent/guardian who does not have physical custody without the written consent of the custodial parent/guardian. To determine the custodial parent/guardian, all separated or divorced parents must provide the school with a copy of the court order or custodial agreement adjudicating that determination of custody. This court order/custodial agreement is placed in a confidential file.
It is important that children come to school every day prepared to learn. Regular attendance is critical to academic success. Continued absences will result in a truancy court hearing.
Absences
A child who has been absent from school is required to bring a written note to be turned in to their homeroom teacher upon returning to school. This note must be received within 3 days or the absence will be automatically coded as an unexcused absence. An example of an acceptable absent note will be sent home on the first day of school. If a child is absent, an automated voice message from the School District of Philadelphia will alert the parent of the absence.
For absences extending beyond two days, a doctor's note is required. If an absence note is not received when the child returns to school, the absence will be recorded as an unexcused absence and coded Parental Neglect. If you have a discrepancy between your record and the school’s, please contact the homeroom teacher and the secretary.
Only requests needing special approval need to be submitted to the principal.
Vacation
Taking family vacations when school is in session is strongly discouraged. These absences are not marked as excused. Parents/guardians should contact the principal directly if there is a need for a child to be away on vacation when school is in session. In the event that a child goes on vacation, assignments must be completed upon returning to school.
It is important that the school maintains a current, accurate address and telephone numbers (home, office, cell, etc.) for every child at all times. Should there ever be a change in address or telephone number, it is the parents'/guardians' responsibility to make sure the teacher receives that information immediately. The teacher will forward any changes to the main office. This will enable the school to reach parents/guardians quickly in case of an emergency, such as illness or school closure due to inclement weather.
On this form, indicate names and telephone numbers of two people who may be called in case of an emergency. A form will be sent home at the beginning of the school year requesting this information. These emergency contacts will only be called after an attempt to reach the parents/guardians has been unsuccessful. They will be called in the order indicated by the parents/guardians on the Emergency Contact Form.
IPhones, IPods, Cell Phones, SMART Watches, PSP’s, Nintendo DS and items like these may not be used during school hours. These items are disruptive to learning and can be easily lost or misplaced. Any electronics brought to school will be collected and secured by the teacher at the beginning of the day and returned prior to dismissal. Any electronics not turned in will be confiscated and held for parents to pick-up the first time. The second time, the item will be held until June.
Cyber-bullying occurs by use of electronic or communication devices through means of email, instant messaging, text messaging, blogs, photo and video sharing, chat rooms, bash boards, or websites and is prohibited per School District of Philadelphia policy. Should cyber-bullying affect the function of school, the school will take disciplinary action.
1. Acceptable Use
2. Privileges
Being able to use the Internet is a privilege, and teachers, staff and administrators are the decision-makers when it comes to whether a student uses the Internet. If a student does not use the Internet appropriately, then Internet privileges will be eliminated.
3. Etiquette
Students are expected to follow rules for appropriate behavior on the Internet. These include, but are not limited to, the following.
4. Online Safety and Cyberbullying Prevention
5. Truthfulness
Students understand that not all information on the Internet is true. The School District of Philadelphia is not responsible for the truth or the quality of the information found on the Internet.
6. Security
Many students will use the Internet and it is important to have adults in charge of the system. Students will not connect to the Internet without permission. Passwords are important and students will keep their passwords secret. Students will not ask other students for their passwords.
7. Vandalism
Students will lose the privilege to use the Internet, and perhaps the computers themselves, if they are responsible for any intentional damage to the computers, the computer setup, or files that belong to others.
Expectations | Cafeteria | Schoolyard | Indoor Recess |
Take Care of Yourself | I will:
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Take Care of Others | I will:
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Take Care of Your Community | I will:
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Philosophy of Discipline
Consequences:
Fighting
Fighting will result in suspension for any individuals involved. Length of suspension will depend on who started the fight. It is our policy that there are adults available throughout the day to help students mediate conflict. Fighting will not be tolerated at Meredith.
Being Respectful to All Adults in the Building
All adults in the school building are to be treated with respect. At no point in time should any student speak in a disrespectful manner to an adult in our building. That means any adult: teacher, classroom assistant, cafeteria manager, building engineer, parent or volunteer. Disrespectful behavior will not be tolerated.
Cafeteria Norms
Act 26 - Possession of a Weapon
The Pennsylvania General Assembly has enacted legislation (Act 26), which requires all public schools to take a mandatory course of action in dealing with a student found to be in possession of a weapon. There is no requirement that the student use or try to use the weapon. No one may carry a weapon for protection. A weapon is defined as a gun, knife, sharp object or any other object that can be used as a weapon. Act 26 is designed as a safeguard to ensure that all public schools are safe havens in which all students may interact in an environment and climate that fosters learning and strongly discourages potential acts of violence. Any student found with a weapon will be subject to automatic suspension and transfer to another Philadelphia public school or disciplinary school. Depending upon the age of the student and severity of the situation, the student may be arrested.
Uniform Guidelines | Notes | |
Bottoms | Navy Blue, tan, or Black solid colored pants, khakis, shorts, skorts, capris, or skirts | Shorts/skirts length should not be shorter than fingertip length Solid black jeans, yoga pants and leggings are acceptable; must be opaque No ripped or intentionally distressed bottoms |
Tops | Solid colored polo shirts (black or light blue) Any official Meredith school shirt/t-shirts, including shirts from school sponsored events Turtleneck in solid black or light blue | Sleeveless tops, including shirts with straps are not permitted and midriff must be fully covered |
Sweaters/Sweatshirts | Light blue, grey, or black solid colored hoodless sweater or sweatshirt, Official Meredith crewneck sweatshirts | No hoodies permitted |
Shoes | Closed-toe shoes, sneakers, or boots - toes and heels must be covered | No sandals or high heels of any kind |
Accessories | Earrings are permitted on non-gym days as long as they are no larger than 1 in in length Religious/cultural headwear and headbands are permitted No hats or other headgear permitted indoors (this includes bandanas, berets, hairnets, etc…) Makeup, cosmetics, and nail polish are permitted, as long as they are not distracting to others. Products should not be brought to school Smart watches are not permitted in class and must be turned in with cell phones | |
Physical Education Dress Code | On assigned gym days students must wear sneakers Students may wear grey, black, or navy athletic pants Stripes on athletic pants on gym days are permitted as long as they are black, navy blue, or white Post earrings are allowed | |
Dress Down Days | All tops and dresses must have a sleeve that covers the shoulders and fully covers the midriff No see-through shirts All bottoms must be no shorter than fingertip length No hats No ripped jeans or ripped pants of any kind No inappropriate or derogatory language, images, or messages on any item of clothing Closed-toe shoes, sneakers, or boots- toes and heels must be covered |
What happens if my student is out of uniform?
Grades K-5
Grades 6-8
IMPORTANT: THIS WILL BE THE LAST ACADEMIC YEAR THAT MEREDITH EVENT SHIRTS FROM THE PAST ARE APPROVED FOR THE UNIFORM. PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY. |
Dismissal from After School Activities
All after school activities will dismiss students to the school yard at 4:15 p.m. (The only exception is Girls on the Run.) Parents are not permitted to enter the building after 3:15 p.m. Parents should meet their child in the school yard for pick-up. The gate by the parking lot will be open. Early dismissal from after school programming is not permitted. If the student cannot stay for the entire duration of the after school program, they are not permitted to stay for programming that day.
This is a preliminary list and will be updated once more when teachers return the week of 8/26/2019
Activity | Teacher/Company | Day(s) |
Basketball | Coach Theo | M - F; 3:15 - 5:00 Seasonal |
Chess Club, Grades 3 - 8 | Mr. Brown | W, 3:15 - 4:15 |
Choir, Grades 4-8 | Mr. Sobol | M, TH, 3:15 - 4:15 |
Drama Club, Playwriting | Ms. Griffiths | TBA |
Drama Club, Grades 5 - 8 | Mr. Leshock | T, 3:15 - 4:15 |
Girls on the Run, Grades 3 - 5 | TBA | M, W 3:15 - 4:30 Seasonal |
RAK (Random Acts of Kindness Club), Grades 4-8 | Mrs. Zaback & Ms. Lameira | W, 3:15 - 4:15 |
Rock Band Must have experience with an instrument | Mr. Leshock | TBA |
School Spring Musical Production, Grades 4 - 8 | Arts Team | M-TH 3:15 - 4:15, Feb - May |
Science Club, Grades 5 - 8 | Mr. Leshock | TH, 3:15 - 4:15 |
Science Explorers, Grades 1 - 5* | Science Explorers | W, 3:15 - 4:15 |
Set, Prop, and Design Club | Mrs. Smith | TBA |
Soccer Shots, Grades K - 2* | Soccer Shots; Thomas Rockett | F, 3:15 - 4:30, Jan. - Mar. |
Snapology, Grades 3 - 5* | Snapology | F, 3:15 - 4:15 |
Spanish, Grades K-3rd Beginner* | Bilingual Butterflies | Mondays - 2 classes- K-1 and beginner 2-3rd grades |
Spanish, Grades 2nd-4th Advanced* | Bilingual Butterflies | Tuesdays: 1 class- 3:15 - 4:15 |
Students Run Philly Style, Grades 6 - 8 | Mrs. Tilli, Mrs. Hoffman, Mr. Piazza, Ms. Severino | T, TH, 3:15 - 4:00 (on hiatus mid-Nov. To mid-Mar.) |
Writing Support, Grade 5 | Dr. Aguilar | TBA |
Yearbook Club, Grades 7 - 8 | Mr. McCollum/Mr. Hollis | TH, 3:15 - 4:15 (begins in Dec.) |
* Indicates that club is offered for a fee
Please note:
Lost and Found
The Lost and Found is located in the cafeteria. Lost and/or unclaimed items are placed in the Lost and Found on a daily basis. Upon request, students may go to the Lost and Found (located in the office and on the hooks in the cafeteria) to look for misplaced items. Parents/guardians are asked to clearly mark children's clothing and personal property. The school will accept no responsibility for lost articles and money. All unclaimed Lost and Found items are donated to a charitable organization.
Meredith Library Policy
We believe that field trips provide a valuable educational experience for students. Field trips increase student knowledge and understanding of a subject and add realism to the topic of study. Without the help of volunteer chaperones, most field trips would not be possible. Thank you very much for giving your time and support.
In order to help ensure that school-sponsored field trips result in safe and rewarding experiences for all participants, we have prepared these guidelines to provide information about volunteering as a field trip chaperone.
Walking Slips
Walking slips will be distributed at the beginning of the year and be returned immediately. This serves as a rolling permission slip for neighborhood trips. These trips will be announced with prior notice by the teachers.
Becoming a Volunteer Field Trip Chaperone
Student safety is our paramount concern. All volunteers must have notified the teacher in advance of the field trip of their desire to chaperone. Not all parent volunteers can always attend a field trip due to space or destination rules. All volunteers must complete a Chaperone Application Form.
Guidelines for Volunteer Chaperones
Before the field trip, the classroom teacher will provide you with information regarding the activities planned for the trip, expectations for supervising students and emergency procedures.
In addition, the following general guidelines will help you be a good chaperone. If you have questions regarding these guidelines, please speak to the teacher or the principal.
We ask that chaperones acknowledge that their participation is important to the learning experience of the students involved, and that they will follow the above guidelines. Failure to follow any of the above guidelines may result in the chaperone being removed from the chaperone list.
Thank you for your attention to these field trip chaperone guidelines.
In addition to the above regularly scheduled conferences, a parent/guardian may arrange a conference at any time during the school year. Appointments can be made either by sending a note to the teacher or leaving a phone message for the teacher. The teacher will return the call so that a mutually convenient time can be arranged.
If you would like to meet with Principal Overton, you must schedule an appointment with Ms. Cheri our school secretary or through email. You can contact her at loverton@philasd.org. Please allow for a 24 - 48 hour turnaround period regarding e-mail correspondence. Please be reminded that for our school to grow further, a majority of the day is needed for observation in classrooms and grade group meetings with the faculty.
Parents/Guardians are welcome to visit their children's classroom at the Meredith School. However, to limit interruption of instructional time, parents/guardians who wish to schedule a visit need to contact the teacher to make sure this is ok.
Parents/Guardians must go to the front office and sign in the visitor log book prior to entering the classroom. A lanyard or volunteer badge must be worn when visiting. Please allow a few minutes for this in advance of your scheduled visit time. For safety and security reasons, visitors are only permitted in the classroom when the classroom teacher is present.
General email: meredithhomeandschool@gmail.com
Website: http://www.meredithmatters.org
The Home and School Association is a 501(c)(3) organization that sponsors community- building events for children and their families, provides information to parents about how to support their children at the School and raises funds to enhance student programs.General membership meetings of the HSA take place once a month during the School year and are organized to offer information and to permit parents and guardians to participate in discussions about current issues. All parents and guardians are automatically members of the HSA and are encouraged to participate in its many activities throughout the year. There is a Home and School Association mailbox in the Main Office at the School.
Meredith School Advisory Council (SAC)
General email: sacmeredith@gmail.com
The School Advisory Council is an advisory body formed by the School District of Philadelphia to support parent involvement to advance student achievement. Nine members serve on the PAS SAC: principal, two staff members selected by the PFT building committee, home and school association president, four parent representatives elected by the families and a community representative
Meredith Middle School, Meredith Specials, and Lunch Schedules
2019 - 2020
Middle School Roster 2019 - 2020
302 Piazza | 308 Rash | 304 Brown | 307 Alliegro | 305 Leshock | 303 McCollum | |
8:30 – 9:30 | Special (see schedule below) | Special (see schedule below) | Special (see schedule below) | Special (see schedule below) | Special (see schedule below) | Special (see schedule below) |
9:30 – 9:35 | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition |
9:35 - 10:35 | Math 302 60 min. 66h | ELA 308 60 min. 66h | Math 304 60 min. 7th | ELA 307 60 min. 8th | Science 305 60 min. 7th Day 1 Science 303 60 min. 8th Day 2 | Soc. St. 305 60 min. 7th Day 2 Soc. St. 303 60 min. 8th Day 1 |
10:35 – 10:40 | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition |
10:40 – 11:40 | Math 308 60 min. 6h | ELA 305 60 min. 7th | Math 303 60 min. 8th | ELA 304 60 min. 7th | Science 302 60 min. 6th Day 1 Science 307 60 min. 8th Day 2 | Soc. St. 302 60 min. 6th Day 2 Soc. St. 307 60 min. 8th Day 1 |
11:40 - 11:45 | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition |
11:45 - 12:45 | Math 305 60 min. 6th | ELA 302 60 min. 6th | Math 307 60 min. 87h | ELA 303 60 min. 8th | Science 304 60 min. 7th Day 1 Science 308 60 min. 6th Day 2 | Soc. St. 304 60 min. 7th Day 2 Soc. St. 308 60 min. 6th Day 1 |
12:45 -1:00 | Lockers/ Homeroom | Lockers/ Homeroom | Lockers/ Homeroom | Lockers/ Homeroom | Lockers/ Homeroom | Lockers/ Homeroom |
1:00 – 1:30 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch |
1:30 - 1:35 | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition |
1:35 - 1:55 | Homeroom Advisory | Homeroom Advisory | Homeroom Advisory | Homeroom Advisory | Homeroom Advisory | Homeroom Advisory |
1:55 - 2:00 | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition | Transition |
2:00 – 3:00 | Enrichment (see schedule below) | Enrichment (see schedule below) | Enrichment (see schedule below) | Enrichment (see schedule below) | Enrichment (see schedule below) | Enrichment (see schedule below) |
3:00 - 3:09 | Prepare for Dismissal | Prepare for Dismissal | Prepare for Dismissal | Prepare for Dismissal | Prepare for Dismissal | Prepare for Dismissal |
2:00 - 3:00 Middle School Enrichment Schedule
302 (6th grade) | 308 (6th grade) | 305 (7th grade) | 304 (7th grade) | 303 (8th grade) | 307(8th grade) | |
A | Cultural Perspectives- Rash | Math Mania- Piazza & Brown | Geography- McCollum | Social Justice- Alliegro | Algebra- Tilli & Leshock | Library/Spanish- Hamm, Hoffman, & Billbrough |
B | Math Mania- Piazza & Brown | Cultural Perspectives- Rash | Social Justice- Alliegro | Geography- McCollum | Library/Spanish- Hamm, Hoffman, & Billbrough | Algebra- Tilli & Leshock |
C | Library/ Spanish- Hamm, Hoffman, & Billbrough | Math Mania- Piazza & Brown | Cultural Perspectives- Rash | Social Justice- Alliegro | Algebra- Tilli & Leshock | Geography- McCollum |
D | Math Mania- Piazza & Brown | Library/ Spanish- Hamm, Hoffman, & Billbrough | Social Justice- Alliegro | Cultural Perspectives- Rash | Geography- McCollum | Algebra- Tilli & Leshock |
E | Cultural Perspectives- Rash | Geography- McCollum | Library/ Spanish- Hamm, Hoffman, & Billbrough | Math Mania- Piazza & Brown | Algebra- Tilli & Leshock | Social Justice- Alliegro |
F | Geography- McCollum | Cultural Perspectives- Rash | Math Mania- Piazza & Brown | Library/ Spanish- Hamm, Hoffman, & Billbrough | Social Justice- Alliegro | Algebra- Tilli & Leshock |
Meredith Middle School Specials Schedule
2019 - 2020
Special | A | B | C | D | E | F |
Art | 308 | 302 | 304 | 307 | 305 | 303 |
Music | 303 | 308 | 302 | 304 | 307 | 305 |
Comp | 305 | 303 | 308 | 302 | 304 | 307 |
PE | 307 | 305 | 303 | 308 | 302 | 304 |
STEAM | 304 | 307 | 305 | 303 | 308 | 302 |
Social Health | 302 | 304 | 307 | 305 | 303 | 308 |
Meredith Specials Schedule 2019 - 2020
Mon. | 8:30 - 9:30 | 9:30 - 10:15 | 10:15 - 11:00 | 11:00 - 11:45 | 11:45 - 12:30 | 12:30 - 1:15 | 1:15 - 2:00 | 2:00 - 3:00 | 3:00 - 3:09 |
Art | 6,7,8 Special | 4th: 202 | 3rd: 205 | Lunch | Prep | K: 107 | 1st/2nd: 201 | 2nd GG every 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
Music | 6,7,8 Special | 4th: 208 | 3rd: 206 | Lunch | Prep | K: 108 | 1st: 106 | 2nd GG evert 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
Computers | 6,7,8 Special | 5th: 301 | 3rd: 207 | Lunch | Prep | 2nd: 102 | 1st: 105 | 2nd GG evert 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
PE | 6,7,8 Special | 5th: 306 | Coverage for Open Doors | Lunch | Prep | 2nd: 103 | Coverage for Open Doors | 2nd GG every 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
STEAM | 6,7,8 Special | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Lunch | Prep | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | 2nd GG every 2nd/4th week MS Enrich- ment | Prepare for dismissal |
Social Health | 6,7,8 Special | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Lunch | Prep | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | 2nd GG every 2nd/4th week MS Enrich- ment | Prepare for dismissal |
Tues. | 8:30 - 9:30 | 9:30 - 10:15 | 10:15 - 11:00 | 11:00 - 11:45 | 11:45 - 12:30 | 12:30 - 1:15 | 1:15 - 2:00 | 2:00 - 3:00 | 3:00 - 3:09 |
Art | 6,7,8 Special | 5th: 306 | Coverage for Open Doors | Lunch | Prep | 2nd: 103 | Coverage for Open Doors | 3rd GG every 2nd/4th week K GG every 1st/3rd week | Prepare for dismissal |
Music | 6,7,8 Special | 4th: 202 | 3rd: 205 | Lunch | Prep | K: 107 | 1st/2nd: 201 | 3rd GG every 2nd/4th week K GG every 1st/3rd week | Prepare for dismissal |
Computers | 6,7,8 Special | 4th: 208 | 3rd: 206 | Lunch | Prep | K: 108 | 1st: 106 | 3rd GG every 2nd/4th week K GG every 1st/3rd week | Prepare for dismissal |
PE | 6,7,8 Special | 5th:301 | 3rd: 207 | Lunch | Prep | 2nd: 102 | 1st: 105 | 3rd GG every 2nd/4th week K GG every 1st/3rd week | Prepare for dismissal |
STEAM | 6,7,8 Special | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Lunch | Prep | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | K GG every 1st/3rd week 3rd GG every 2nd/4th week MS Enrich- ment | Prepare for dismissal |
Social Health | 6,7,8 Special | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Lunch | Prep | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | K GG every 1st/3rd week 3rd GG every 2nd/4th week MS Enrich- ment | Prepare for dismissal |
Wed. | 8:30 - 9:30 | 9:30 - 10:15 | 10:15 - 11:00 | 11:00 - 11:45 | 11:45 - 12:30 | 12:30 - 1:15 | 1:15 - 2:00 | 2:00 - 3:00 | 3:00 - 3:09 |
Art | 6,7,8 Special | 5th: 301 | 3rd: 207 | Lunch | Prep | 2nd: 102 | 1st: 105 | 4th GG every 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
Music | 6,7,8 Special | 5th: 306 | Coverage for Open Doors | Lunch | Prep | 2nd: 103 | Coverage for Open Doors | 4th GG every 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
Computers | 6,7,8 Special | 4th: 202 | 3rd: 205 | Lunch | Prep | K: 107 | 1st/2nd: 201 | 4th GG every 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
PE | 6,7,8 Special | 4th: 208 | 3rd: 206 | Lunch | Prep | K: 108 | 1st: 106 | 4th GG every 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
STEAM | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Lunch | Prep | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | 4th GG every 2nd/4th week MS Enrich- ment | Prepare for dismissal |
Social Health | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Lunch | Prep | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | 4th GG every 2nd/4th week MS Enrich- ment | Prepare for dismissal |
Thurs. | 8:30 - 9:30 | 9:30 - 10:15 | 10:15 - 11:00 | 11:00 - 11:45 | 11:45 - 12:30 | 12:30 - 1:15 | 1:15 - 2:00 | 2:00 - 3:00 | 3:00 - 3:09 |
Art | 6,7,8 Special | 4th: 208 | 3rd: 206 | Lunch | Prep | K: 108 | 1st: 106 | Middle School Math/Science every 1st/3rd week 1st grade every 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
Music | 6,7,8 Special | 5th: 301 | 3rd: 207 | Lunch | Prep | 2nd: 102 | 1st: 105 | Middle School Math/Science every 1st/3rd week 1st GG every 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
Computers | 6,7,8 Special | 5th: 306 | Coverage for Open Doors | Lunch | Prep | 2nd: 103 | Coverage for Open Doors | Middle School Math/Science every 1st/3rd week 1st GG every 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
PE | 6,7,8 Special | 4th: 202 | 3rd: 205 | Lunch | Prep | K: 107 | 1st/2nd: 201 | Middle School Math/Science every 1st/3rd week 1st GG every 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
STEAM | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Lunch | Prep | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | 1st GG every 2nd/4th week MS Enrich- ment | Prepare for dismissal |
Social Health | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Lunch | Prep | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | 1st GG every 2nd/4th week MS Enrich- ment | Prepare for dismissal |
Fri. | 8:30 - 9:30 | 9:30 - 10:15 | 10:15 - 11:00 | 11:00 - 11:45 | 11:45 - 12:30 | 12:30 - 1:15 | 1:15 - 2:00 | 2:00 - 3:00 | 3:00 - 3:09 |
Art | 6,7,8 Special | 4th: 202 | 3rd: 205 | Lunch | Prep | K: 107 | 1st: 106 | 5th GG every 2nd/4th week | Prepare for dismissal |
Music | 6,7,8 Special | 4th: 208 | 3rd: 206 | Lunch | Prep | K: 108 | 1st/2nd: 201 | 5th GG every 2nd/4th week Middle School ELA/Soc. St. every 1st/3rd week | Prepare for dismissal |
Computers | 6,7,8 Special | 5th:301 | Coverage for Open Doors | Lunch | Prep | 2nd: 102 | 1st: 105 | 5th GG every 2nd/4th week Middle School ELA/Soc. St. every 1st/3rd week | Prepare for dismissal |
PE | 6,7,8 Special | 5th: 306 | 3rd: 207 | Lunch | Prep | 2nd: 103 | Coverage for Open Doors | 5th GG every 2nd/4th week Middle School ELA/Soc. St. every 1st/3rd week | Prepare for dismissal |
STEAM | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Lunch | Prep | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | 5th GG every 2nd/4th week MS Enrich- ment | Prepare for dismissal |
Social Health | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | Lunch | Prep | Coaching/ Intervention | Coaching/ Intervention | 5th GG every 2nd/4th week MS Enrich- ment | Prepare for dismissal |
William M. Meredith School
2019 - 2020
Regular Day Lunch Schedule
10:15 - 10:30 Recess- Kindergarten B5, 105
10:30 -11:00 am Lunchroom- Kindergarten B5, 105
Lunchroom Recess
11:00 -11:22 am 1st & 201 (1st graders) 2nd & 201 (2nd graders)
11:22 -11:45 am 2nd & 201 (2nd graders) 1st & 201 (1st graders)
12:00 -12:22 pm 3rd 4th/5th
12:22 -12:45 pm 4th/5th 3rd
1:00 - 1:15 pm 6th/7th 8th
1:15 - 1:30 pm 8th 6th/7th
*Teachers please be on time when dropping off and picking up students
Early Dismissal Lunch Schedule
9:30 - 9:45 am 6th and 7th grade -lunch 8th grade -recess
9:45 - 9:55 am 8th grade- lunch 6th and 7th grade -recess
10:00 - 10:20 am 4th and 5th grade
10:30 - 10:50 am 3rd grade
11:00 -11:20 am 1st grade and 2nd grade
11:30 -11:50 am Kindergarten
*Teachers please be on time when dropping off and picking up students