Welcome to John B. Kelly School, Home of the Eagles!!
Nestled in the historic Germantown Section of Philadelphia, within the Northwest Region of the Philadelphia School District, John B. Kelly School is more than just a building—it’s a vibrant community.
We’re thrilled to welcome you to our website! Here at Kelly, you’ll find a dedicated team of caring staff members working alongside hard-working students in grades K-5. We truly believe that by working together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of our children, helping them to learn, grow, and succeed.
Explore our site to discover what makes the John B. Kelly School a special place for our Eagles to thrive!
Our Mission and Vision
The staff of John B. Kelly Elementary School will provide a safe, nurturing environment where all students can achieve at high academic levels. To ensure that all students reach their potential, we will maintain high expectations, promote academic excellence for all students and support their social and emotional well-being. We will prepare our students to become independent learners with the desires, the skills, and the abilities necessary for lifelong learning. We will foster a positive school climate which respects and values diversity and nurtures the self-esteem of every individual so they will be positive contributors to society. With the support of all stakeholders, our mission to help students reach their full potential and support the social and emotional wellbeing of all students will be achieved.
Equity Vision
We will collaborate to facilitate action for racial equity. We will work to build systems and identify practices that help ensure all students have opportunities for advancement and success. We will commit to getting to know our students as individuals and as learners and to being responsive to them in our teaching. We will commit to practices that cultivate empathy and to the creation of a community in which everyone feels they belong. We will aid students and families in advocating for themselves.
Virtual Learning Information for January 27, 2026
Stay warm and safe! Today, we are shifting to a virtual learning schedule. Our goal is to keep our students connected and learning while they stay cozy at home.
🕒 The Snow Day Schedule
Morning: Live Learning (Synchronous) 💻 Log on and join the fun! Students will meet live with their teachers for real-time lessons and activities. Please encourage your child to turn their cameras on so we can see their smiling faces! Google Classroom links are attached to this post.
Mid-Day: Lunch & Brain Break 🍎 Take time to refuel and stretch away from the screen.
Afternoon: Independent Work (Asynchronous) 📝 Students will “shift gears” to work on assignments at their own pace. Teachers will be available during this time for extra support if your student has questions.
💡 Quick Tips for Success
Finding Your Links: Please check Class Dojo for your teacher’s specific Google Meet link. Teachers have also posted these directly in their Google Classrooms. We will have the links posted on our school’s website as well. Teacher Virtual Google Meet Links
Need Help? Join our Virtual Main Office: If you run into technical issues or have questions, we are here for you! Join the JB Kelly Main Office Hub via Google Meet (https://meet.google.com/epd-zjzb-igx). You can also contact us by calling 215-400-3580
Specialists & Support: Students will still see their favorite specialist teachers! Specialists, Learning Support, Other related service providers will join the regular classroom Google Meets at their scheduled times.
🎒 Preparation Checklist
Log into your child’s Google Classroom first thing this morning at 8:50am.
Check Class Dojo for any specific updates from the teacher.
Ensure devices are charged and ready for the morning live sessions.
Stay safe and have a wonderful day of learning!
