Bell Schedule

School Day: 9:00 AM – 3:39 PM
Breakfast: 9:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Lunch: 11:00 AM – 1:15 PM
Recess: 11:00 AM – 1:15 PM

For details on early dismissals, inclement weather procedures, delayed openings, and emergency closings, please refer to the Parent & Student Handbook.

Specific student schedules may differ depending on class sections.

Attendance

Attendance matters! The consistency for both students and teachers is critical to success. Consequences can come from excessive or unexcused absences.

• Attendance Policy
• Absence Excuse Form
• Helpful information, toolkits, and other resources to support your child’s attendance success

• Dance Philly Classrooms (grade 5)
• Instrumental Music lessons – Tuesday & Friday
• Koresh Dance Program (grade 3)
• Rock Reach Dance Program (grade 4)

Out-of-School Time (OST)
Out-of-School Time (OST) is the time that a child or youth spends in after school or summer programming. In Philadelphia, OST programs are provided for young people in grades PreK through 12.
➜ Learn more about OST and find a program near you

Summer Programs
Explore free summer programs from the School District of Philadelphia that keep students learning, engaged, and prepared for success.
➜ Learn more about opportunities for your student over the summer

Our school offers several programs to broaden the horizons of our young scholars. We offer a variety of activities and clubs geared toward student interests and abilities.

• Game Club
• Mindset of Champions – Gaming
• Run Philly Style
• Sports – Net Sports, Volleyball

Participation in sports requires a completed physical form signed by a doctor.

Available Sports

• Net Sports
• Volleyball

Elementary Intramural Sports
Grades K–5 learn fundamentals, good sportsmanship, and team-building skills.

Middle Grades Conference (MGC)
Grades 6–8 are taught the benefits of interscholastic athletics while learning discipline, structure, and competition.
➜ Learn more about MGC

George W. Childs School is named in honor of George William Childs (1829–1894), a prominent Philadelphia publisher, philanthropist, and civic leader. As publisher of the Public Ledger, Childs became an influential figure in Philadelphia and was widely known for supporting educational and charitable causes. His commitment to learning, community, and public service continues to reflect the values of the school that bears his name.

George W. Childs School has served the Point Breeze community for more than a century. The original school was built in 1893–1894 at 17th and Tasker Streets and was designed by architect Joseph W. Anschutz in the Classical Revival style. Today, the school is housed in another historic Philadelphia school building at 16th and Wharton Streets, originally constructed in 1908 and expanded in 1926–1927. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1988 in recognition of its architectural and historical significance.

For generations, George W. Childs School has proudly served students and families in South Philadelphia. Today, the school continues its tradition of academic excellence, community partnership, and providing a welcoming environment where students are encouraged to learn, grow, and achieve their goals.

• Parent/Student Handbook & Code of Conduct
• District – Student Code of Conduct & Discipline Process

Policies

• Dress Code – Uniforms
• Cell Phone Policy
• Report Bullying, Harassment, or Discrimination
• Student Safety

School Improvement Plan – Title I Documents
➜ View your school’s School Improvement Plan
➜ Request a translation of your school’s plan

If you do not have web access or need additional assistance, please contact planningsupports@philasd.org for support.

Annual Notification of Rights under FERPA

The School District of Philadelphia is required to annually notify parents and eligible students of their rights under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). These rights include the right to inspect and review education records, request amendments, consent to disclosures, and file a complaint.

View the Annual FERPA Notice

For questions, please contact the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities.

Students are expected to follow the school dress code each day and wear appropriate clothing and footwear.

Shirt/Top: Blue or yellow shirts with long or short sleeves. Students in grades 6–8 may wear navy blue polo uniform shirts. School-logo apparel may also be worn in place of a uniform shirt.

Pants/Bottoms: Navy pants, skirts, shorts, or jumpers. Shorts, skirts, and jumpers should be knee-length.

Footwear: Boots, enclosed-toe sandals, flat-heeled dress shoes, or sneakers.

Outerwear: Coats and other outerwear should be stored in student lockers during the school day and may not be worn in class.

Gym Uniform: Navy blue T-shirt, navy sweatpants, and sneakers. Gym uniforms may be worn only on scheduled gym days.

Not Permitted:

• Clothing that encourages illegal activity or disrupts the school environment
• Clothing with vulgar or obscene words, images, badges, or slogans
• Hats or caps worn inside the school building

Students are expected to use good judgment and show respect for themselves and others through their dress and grooming.

If a student does not meet the dress code:

• A parent/guardian may be contacted
• The school may provide loaner clothing or ask that a change of clothes be brought to school

Families who need assistance obtaining a uniform should contact Ms. Kyser at mkyser@philasd.org.

➜ See our uniform policy for more details

The School District of Philadelphia provides a variety of programs and services in many languages to support our multilingual families. Students whose first language is not English may qualify for ESOL services.

Need Help? Contact your school’s Bilingual Counseling Assistant

Programs & Services

• Multilingual Curriculum and Programs
  Learn more about the different programs and opportunities offered for multilingual students and families, and to get assistance with any District-related questions or processes.
  • English as a Second Language (ESL)
  • Dual Language (Bilingual)
  • Newcomer Learner Academy (NLA)
• Language Access Support Services
  Learn more about accessing interpretation/translation services, including Bilingual Counseling Assistants (BCAs) assigned to your school, and other resources.
• Language Access Concern

Your feedback is essential in helping us improve language access within our District. If you’ve encountered a language-related challenge, such as a communication barrier, translation issue, or interpretation challenge, your input helps us improve our services.

Our School is committed to providing specialized services to children in the least restrictive environment, as required by the law. Students receive accommodations and modifications as outlined in their Individualized Educational Program (IEP).

The District provides an extensive range of educational services and supports for students with diverse needs within our schools.
➜ Learn more about IEPs and Special Education Programs