Bell Schedule

School Day: 8:15 AM – 2:54 PM
Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 8:14 AM
Lunch/Recess: 

• K-2: 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
• 3-5: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
• 6-8: 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM

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.

• Attendance Policy
• Absence Excuse Form
• Helpful information, toolkits, and other resources to support your child’s attendance success

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. 

• Theatre Exile
• Koresh Dance
• Dancing Classrooms
• Mindfulness Through Movement
• Fanny Jackson Coppin Eastern Stars #37
• Coppin State University
• Asian Arts Initiative
• Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture
• Fleisher Art Memorial
• American Swedish Historical Museum

• Robotics
• Chess
• Homework Club
• Rock Band (HOME and HOME Jr.)
• Art
• Vocal Music
• Orchestra
• Concert Band

• Ranked in the top ten of all elementary schools in SDP according to District and state assessments
• Five Lindback Distinguished Teacher Award winners
• All students who graduate from Coppin and attend a city high school and maintain the GPA requirements may attend Coppin State University tuition-free.

Fanny Jackson Coppin School is named in honor of Fanny Jackson Coppin (1837–1913), a pioneering educator, missionary, and advocate for educational opportunity. Born into slavery and later gaining her freedom, Coppin graduated from Oberlin College before moving to Philadelphia in 1865. She spent 37 years as a teacher and principal at the Institute for Colored Youth, now Cheyney University, and became one of the nation’s first Black female school principals. Her lifelong commitment to education, leadership, and opportunity continues to inspire the school community today.

The historic school building at 12th and Federal Streets was designed by renowned Philadelphia school architect Irwin T. Catharine and constructed in 1924–1925 in the Late Gothic Revival style. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in recognition of its architectural and historical significance.

In 2021, the school community chose to rename the school in honor of Fanny Jackson Coppin, creating a meaningful connection between the school and an influential Philadelphia educator whose life exemplified learning, perseverance, and service. Today, Fanny Jackson Coppin School proudly carries forward that legacy while continuing its tradition of academic excellence, community partnership, and preparing students to become confident learners and leaders.

➔ Coppin Parent & Student Handbook
➔ District – Student Code of Conduct & Discipline Process

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.

Students are expected to wear appropriate clothing at all times, including shirts, pants, shorts, dresses, skirts, and proper footwear.

Shirts: Solid navy blue/solid light blue (No logo)
Pants: Solid tan/beige khaki/dark blue (NO JEANS or Black Pants)
Skirts/Jumpers/Shorts: Solid tan/beige/dark blue/Must be no shorter than fingertips.
Sweaters/Jackets: Solid navy/solid light blue/solid tan  – NO HOODIES
Shoes/Sneakers: Sensible shoes or sneakers should be worn

Not Permitted:

• Any clothing with a hood.
• Flip Flops, Slides, or any shoe with an open toe or without a strap or cover on the heel

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

➔ See our uniform policy for more details.

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.

• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Dual Language (Bilingual)
• Newcomer Learner Academy (NLA)

• 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.

Farrell 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).

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.