McKinley is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8 within the Pasadena Unified School District. McKinley focuses on fostering academic excellence through integrated technology and diverse learning opportunities designed to support student growth. The school emphasizes leadership development and social-emotional learning to prepare students for future success. At McKinley, educators strive to create a supportive environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking. Please contact the school administration to access the current bell schedule and upcoming campus events.
| Start | End | Name |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-06 | — | Back-to-School Night (Minimum Day) |
| 2026-05-06 | 2026-05-06 | Huntington Botanical Gardens (4th Grade) |
| 2026-05-07 | — | Open House (Minimum Day) |
| 2026-05-14 | 2026-05-14 | Huntington Botanical Gardens (3rd Grade) |
| 2026-05-14 | 2026-05-14 | McKinley School Tour |
| 2026-05-18 | 2026-05-18 | Reading Partners EOY Celebration |
| 2026-05-19 | 2026-05-19 | ELAC Meeting |
| 2026-05-26 | — | Memorial Day |
| 2026-05-27 | 2026-05-27 | MS Spring Semester Awards Ceremony |
| 2026-05-29 | 2026-06-06 | Last Day for 10-month Child Development Students |
| 2026-05-30 | 2026-06-07 | Last Day for 10-month Child Development Unit Members; Teacher Driven, Pupil Free Day |
| 2026-09-17 | — | Back-to-School Night (Minimum Day) |