Bell Schedule

School Day:8:15 AM – 2:45 PM
Breakfast: 7:45 AM – 8:15 AM
Lunch:

• Kindergarten: 11:00 – 11:25 AM
• Grades 1–2: 11:45 AM – 12:10 PM
• Grades 3–5: 12:30 – 12:55 PM

Recess

• Kindergarten: 11:25 – 11:45 AM; 1:15 – 1:30 PM
• Grade 1: 10:15 – 10:30 AM; 12:10 – 12:30 PM
• Grade 2: 10:45 – 11:00 AM; 12:10 – 12:30 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

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 K through 12.
➔ Learn more 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. 

• Young Chances Foundation
• Boys and Girls Club of Philadelphia
• Rock Reach
• Dance Exchange/ Ballet X
• Al Bustan: Seeds of Culture
• Philadelphia Animal Hospital

• Cub Scouts
• Robotics
• Math Club
• Garden Club
• Art Club
• STEM Club

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

Music
Instrumental music lessons for students in Grades 3-5.

• High teacher retention rate
• 2025 Lindback Distinguished Teacher Award winner
• Strong community partnerships
• Diverse and inclusive school community

➔ Stephen Girard Parent & Student Handbook

➔ District – Student Code of Conduct & Discipline Process

Policies

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

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,  contact the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities.

Students are expected to wear appropriate clothing at all times, including shirts, pants, shorts, dresses, skirts, and proper footwear.

Shirt color: Maroon
Pants/Bottoms: Khaki/ Tan
Footwear: Closed shoes and sneakers on gym days

Not Permitted:

• Tank tops, crop tops, crocs, flip flops, open toe shoes

If a student violates the dress code:

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

If you have barriers to obtaining a uniform, contact the school counselor.

➔ 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.