Aronimink Elementary School

• Friday, Sept 4th & Monday, Sept 7th - Schools/Offices Closed for the Labor Day Holiday

Hello Aronimink Elementary School Parents!

My name is Chris LaBonde and I am the Instrumental music teacher at Aronimink Elementary School. I’ve been teaching music in Upper Darby since 2003 and I have some exciting news! If you are the parent of a 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade student, your child has the chance to learn to play an instrument in the band (Gr 4-5 only) and/or the orchestra (Gr 3-5). Any student who plays an instrument receives a 30-minute lesson on their instrument during the school day once a week, and will also have a combined rehearsal with their whole ensemble (Orchestra or Band) once a week from 8:15 to 8:45 (4th and 5th grade only) to prepare for our Winter and Spring Concerts. If you're the parent of a returning instrument player, make sure you have your transportation plans arranged so that your child has a ride to all 8:15 morning rehearsals. The first rehearsal for returning BAND members is Thursday October 1st, and the first rehearsal for returning ORCHESTRA members is Tuesday, October 6th.

In addition to being a fun activity that creates lasting friendships among students, research has shown that students involved in instrumental music often score higher on their reading/math tests! There will be another email coming in next week’s Wednesday folder email from Mrs. Williams with all the necessary links and information about how to sign up, and how to get your child’s instrument so they’ll be set up for success this year! I will also be demonstrating all of the instruments for 3rd and 4th grade students in school.

If your child is considering playing a new instrument this year, make sure to explore your options before choosing (you can use my YouTube channel HERE to explore your options before choosing). If you began renting an instrument from Zeswitz last year, and your child wants to try a different instrument this year, you can transfer the paid balance of your current instrument to a new instrument! For now, please make sure you are receiving and reading all Wednesday folder emails from our principal Mrs. Williams, and myself (clabonde@upperdarbysd.org) to stay up to date! Thank you for your time, and have a great school year!

Thanks!!

If your child requires medication at school for this school year, a signed doctor’s order form here, dated after July 1, 2026 is required for the the current school year, along with the parent/guardian signature. Form here.

Medication must be in the original pharmacy container with the child’s name and dose on the label

• Students in grades K, and 1st are required to turn in a health physical dated after 7/01/2025.

Form here.

Student entering grades 1st and 3rd grade are required to turn in dental exam dated after 7/01/2025.

Form here.

Aronimink Elementary School

4611 Bond Avenue

Drexel Hill, PA 19026

(610) 853 4510 - Main Office

Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

School Colors: Purple and Gold

School Mascot: Royals

Website: https://aroniminkelementary.upperdarbysd.org/

To Be Determined

• School Hours: 8:45 AM (Arrival) – 3:15 PM (Dismissal)
  

• Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

• Late Start Hours (2 HR Delay) – 10:45 AM – 3:15 PM

• Early Dismissal – 8:45 AM – 12:30 PM (some instances 12:15 PM)

Kindergarten (Regular Day)

• AM - 8:45 - 11:30 AM
• PM - 12:35 - 3:15 PM

Kindergarten 12:15 Dismissal

• AM - 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
• PM - 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

Kindergarten 12:30 Dismissal

• AM - 8:45 AM - 10:20 AM
• PM - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Kindergarten 2 Hr Late Arrival

• AM - 10:45 AM - 12:35 PM
• PM - 1:30 AM - 3:15 PM

Aronimink Arrival Plan

Aronimink Dismissal Plan

AM Kindergarten Dismissal Plan

PM Kindergarten Arrival Plan

To ensure a smooth and safe experience for all students and families, please adhere to the following arrival and dismissal procedures.

BEFORE SCHOOL PROCEDURES

Students should not arrive at school prior to 8:35 AM. The Aronimink doors will open at 8:35 AM to allow all students to safely enter the building and make their way to their designated space. Students will remain in their supervised assigned until the start of the school day at 8:45 am.

AFTER SCHOOL PROCEDURES

Teachers of children in Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades will walk their students to their designated exit area at dismissal. Parents should walk up to meet their child so that the teacher can see them and acknowledge the pick-up. It is essential that parents send changes in dismissal arrangements in the form of a note or email to the classroom teacher. For safety reasons, the school will request identification from the adult at the time of pick-up. If anyone other than the parent picks up the child, they must be listed on the emergency card and have photo identification.

Students in grades 3, 4 and 5 will be dismissed from their classrooms. Be sure to let your child’s teacher know about any concerns or alternate plans about dismissal. Also be sure to tell your child what to do if your dismissal plans change. ALL STUDENTS should know that they can immediately return to the school office to call home or wait safely for a ride.

Please see the detailed arrival and dismissal plans by clicking the links above.

Links to Academic Calendars

2026-2027 One-Page Calendar

2026-2027 Summary of Calendar

If you are a VOLUNTEER or want to be a volunteer, please be sure to visit our website to review a full description of the requirements for a volunteer (https://www.upperdarbysd.org/departments12/human-resources/parent-community-volunteer-information). All parents interested in becoming volunteers must contact the principal to apply by completing a volunteer application that can be found on BoardDocs. We can also provide you with a paper application upon request. This process takes time, so I encourage you to get started by procuring your clearance as soon as possible. Our District’s website also provides instructions on how to obtain the three mandatory clearances under the Human Resources department.

• Tuesday, September 8th
• Picture Day
• Wednesday, September 9th
• Coffee with Superintendent Dr. McGarry @ 8:15am - 8:45am
• Thursday, September 10th
• Home & School Meeting @ 7:00pm
• Thursday, September 17th
• Back to School Night @ 6:00pm
  
• Saturday, September 19th
• 5th Grade Car Wash @ 9am