McKay K-8 School

School Highlights:

• Focus on providing all students with an excellent education that prepares them for higher education
• Selected as a Massachusetts Compass Exemplary School
• Selected as a National Title I Distinguished School
• Art, music, science, computer, and physical education classes
• A staff-developed literacy model that takes into consideration the specific needs of each student, including English as a second language
• An Instructional Leadership Team for teachers to communicate about academic expectations across grade levels
• Special education programs that aim to include students in regular classrooms
• A welcoming environment for all families and an active parent council
• A computer lab and library
• After school programs provided by the YMCA, America SCORES Boston soccer, Playworks, and Let’s Get Moving
• Active partnerships with organizations including the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Celtics, and Boston Partners in Education.