Horatio B. Hackett School
Horatio B. Hackett School, situated in the Fishtown and Kensington neighborhoods of Philadelphia, is a public elementary school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade. As part of the School District of Philadelphia, Hackett is committed to providing a high-quality education in a safe and nurturing environment.
Principals Message
Welcome to Horatio B. Hackett School!
Dear Hackett Families,
At Horatio B. Hackett School, we are dedicated to the belief that every student can thrive when grounded in our three core pillars: consistent attendance, academic diligence, and mutual respect. Our school culture is anchored in the values of Respect, Responsibility, and Safety.
We believe that every child is entitled to a rigorous, high-quality education within a nurturing and secure environment. To achieve this, we prioritize transparent communication and deeply value your insights, questions, and active participation in our school life.
I encourage you to stay involved by joining our Friends of Hackett group, participating in School Advisory Council (SAC) meetings, and attending our various community events throughout the year. Your partnership is the key to creating a vibrant and successful learning experience for our students.
Thank you for your ongoing support and for being an essential part of the Hackett community.
Warm regards,
Todd Kimmel
Principal, Horatio B. Hackett School
Our School
Horatio B. Hackett School is a vibrant PreK–5 neighborhood school where we turn early curiosity into lifelong confidence through a balance of academic rigor and creative exploration. We are committed to providing our culturally diverse population a positive, safe, respectful, and supportive environment where all children will gain the knowledge to become lifelong learners and model citizens. By prioritizing both foundational mastery and social-emotional growth, our dedicated staff ensures that every student is known by name and empowered to reach their full potential as a resilient leader in our community.
Attendance & Bell Schedule
Bell Schedule
School Day: 8:45 am -3:24 pm
Breakfast: 8:15 am daily
Lunch: K/3rd- 11:15-12:00, 2nd/5th- 12:00-12:45, 1st/4th- 12:45-1:30
Recess: K/3rd- 11:40-12:00, 2nd/5th- 12:25, 12:45, 1st/4th- 1:10-1:30
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.
After-School & Summer Programming
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.
Community Partnerships
- Friends of Hackett
Provides support to all current and future Hackett students, teachers, staff, and parents in order to maintain a safe and academically engaging environment both in school and within the community.
Extracurricular Programs, Clubs & Activities
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.
- The Green Team
- Choir
- Band
- Strings
- Fishtown Spelling Bee and March Madness
- Science Fair
- The Page Turners
- Movement Makers
Points of Pride
Awards, achievements, and highlights that make our school community special:
- SenseAble School Yards Stormwater Management Initiative (2025): Participation in an innovative program focused on sustainability and environmental learning.
- Lindback Distinguished Principal Award (2019): Recognition of outstanding school leadership and commitment to student success.
- Eagles Playground Build (2018): A community partnership that brought a new, engaging play space to our students.
- Game Room: A dedicated space where students can spend earned reward points or tokens to relax and play, reinforcing positive behavior across all grade levels.
- Panda Prizes (School Store): A reward-based system where students earn digital points for being respectful, responsible, and safe, and redeem them for prizes.
- Sensory Room (Special Education): A supportive space designed to help neurodiverse students self-regulate through individualized sensory input, promoting readiness to learn and positive social interaction.
Schoolyard Upgrade
Hackett’s schoolyard is getting a huge upgrade!
- Outdoor Classroom
- Rain Garden
- Basketball Court
Student Handbook & Policies
➜ Parent & Student Handbook
➜ District – Student Code of Conduct & Discipline Process Hackett School
Policies
- Attendance
- Dress Code – Uniforms
- Cell Phone Policy
- Report Bullying, Harassment, or Discrimination
- Student Health & 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, contact the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities.
Uniform/Dress Code
Students are expected to wear appropriate clothing at all times, including shirts, pants, shorts, dresses, skirts, and proper footwear.
Shirt/Top: Light blue collared shirt
Pants/Bottoms: Navy blue pants, Navy blue skirt, or Jumper
Footwear: Sneakers – Please consider sneakers with velcro until your child learns how to tie them.
Not Permitted:
- Hoodies
- Blue Jeans
- Crocs, Flip flops, sandals, slides, or any type of open front or back footwear
If a student violates the dress code:
- A parent/guardian may be contacted
- The school may provide loaner clothing, or request a change of clothes be brought to school
If you are in need of a uniform or ready to size-up, use this form to place an order and our SAC team will fulfill your request from our donated uniform supply.
At A Glance
Principal
Mr. Todd Kimmel
Phone: 215-400-7470
Fax: 215-400-7471
Address:
2161 E. York St.
Philadelphia, PA 19125
➜ SEPTA – Trip Planner
Grade Levels: PreK-5
Learning Network: 4
Student Enrollment: 371
➜ School Data & Statistics
Calendar
School Event Calendar
We maintain a school calendar that highlights important events such as parent-teacher conferences, school performances, testing dates, and more.
District Academic Calendar
The School District of Philadelphia provides an official academic calendar each year that includes start and end dates, holidays, report card conferences, and more.
Academics
At Horatio B. Hackett, we pride ourselves on being a vibrant, community-centered school where students in grades PreK–5 are empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that a great education balances academic rigor with creative exploration, ensuring our students are as inspired as they are challenged.
View our full academic overview to learn more about our curriculum and academic programs.
Multilingual Curriculum & Programs - Language Access Support Services - ESOL services
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.
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.
Special Education - Accommodations - Specialized 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).
Sensory Room: A supportive space designed to help neurodiverse students self-regulate through individualized sensory input, promoting readiness to learn and positive social interaction.
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.
Enrollment
Welcome to Horatio B. Hackett School! We’re excited to welcome new students in PreK, Kindergarten, and Grades 1–5.
Not sure if Hackett is your neighborhood school? Check with the School Finder Tool
Health & Wellness
School Nurse
Our school nurse provides immediate care for health concerns, conducts required screenings, and supports students’ overall wellness.
For details on medication administration, mandated screenings, immunizations, and other health services, please refer to the Parent & Student Handbook.
➜ Need Help? Contact your School Nurse
Immunization Requirements & Health Services
Pennsylvania law requires all students to be fully immunized or officially exempt before attending school. This is mandated by the PA Department of Health, Philadelphia County Board of Health, and the School District of Philadelphia.
➜ Learn about immunizations, physicals, and wellness programs
Mental Health Resources
Find free support, counseling, and tools to care for your mental well-being.
➜ View Resources
Vaping/Smoking Resources
Family guides, free tools, and support to help quit vaping or smoking.
➜ View Resources
Resources
Parent & Family
Parent and Family Portal
➜ Log in to the Parent & Family Portal to view school announcements, messages from your child’s teacher, and access grades, test scores, attendance, immunization records, and report cards.
Family Hub
➜ Visit the Family Hub for help with registration, academics, special education, English learner support, student records, transportation, and more.
Google Classroom
➜ Log in to Google Classroom using your student’s Chromebook and District credentials to view classwork and homework. For help, see the Google Classroom Login Directions.
Chromebook Support
➜ Get Chromebook help and support including repair locations, resources, and FAQs.
Transportation
➜ View transportation services for bus routes, bus status, the Flat Rate Program, and support.
Accommodations & Multilingual Support
➜ Request translation or accessibility accommodations for any school or District event.
AHERA Inspection Reports
➜ View AHERA inspection reports for asbestos material status and school-specific details.
Students
Student Hub
➜ Visit the Student Hub for help with academics, athletics, records, college & career planning, CTE programs, and more.
Working Papers
➜ Learn more about how to obtain working papers.
Get Involved
Friends of Hackett
Friends of Hackett is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide support to all Hackett students, teachers, staff, and parents in order to maintain a safe and academically engaging environment both in school and within the community.
➜ Learn More & Get Involved
School Advisory Councils (SACs)
SACs are peer-elected groups of family members, school staff, students (grades 7–12), and community members who work together to support academic success and strengthen school partnerships.
At Hackett, the SAC brings together parents, staff, and community members to support student achievement, strengthen family engagement, and build a positive school climate. The group meets regularly to discuss school priorities, share feedback, and lead volunteer-driven initiatives that support the Hackett community.
All families and community members are encouraged to participate.
➜ View meeting schedule and updates
➜ Interested in Volunteering? Email HackettSAC@gmail.com
➜ Learn more about School Advisory Councils
Volunteer
We love parent involvement! Make a positive impact at our school by volunteering your time and talents.
➜ Find out how to become a volunteer
Parent & Family University
Parent & Family University provides free resources, courses, and support to help parents and families engage with their children, schools, and community.
➜ Learn more about Parent & Family University
Contact Us
Stay Connected
Phone: 215-400-7470
Fax: 215-400-7471
➜ Staff Directory
➜ Parent & Family Portal
➜ Google Classroom
➜ Contact Central Office: Get help with enrollment, special education, student records, and more.