Principal's Message
Welcome to James McKee Elementary – Proud Member of the McKee Village!
At James McKee, we believe that all students can learn and thrive when provided with the right support, high expectations, and a caring community.
Since opening our doors in 1963, we have been dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and academically rich environment where every student can succeed. While our programs and strategies have evolved over the years, our core commitment remains the same: to provide high-quality, research-based instruction that is flexible, relevant, equitable, and culturally responsive.
Our curriculum is aligned with California State Standards and guided by the Elk Grove Unified School District’s strategic goals. We work to ensure that all students are college, career, and life-ready, empowering them to become compassionate, capable contributors to a global society.
School Overview:
- James McKee operates on a traditional school calendar.
- We serve just under 500 students in General Education and more than 100 students in our Pre-K and Special Education programs.
- As a Title I school, we receive federal funding to support academic achievement and enrich our programs.
- Our school community is beautifully diverse, representing families who speak more than 10 languages.
- In addition to strong academics, we offer a wide variety of programs and enrichment opportunities to support the whole child and prepare them for success in middle school and beyond.
Programs and Supports at McKee:
- ExL Afterschool Program (formerly ASES)
- Champions childcare program
- Head Start / Title I Preschool
- Levels Special Education Services
- Early Literacy Intervention (Grades K–3)
- Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- AVID Schoolwide Program (Advancement Via Individual Determination)
McKee Highlights:
- California Distinguished School (Awarded in 2000 & 2020)
- PBIS Platinum School
- Before-School Band Classes
- Running Clubs
- Student Council
- National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS)
- McKee Media Network
- Parent Teacher Organization (PTO)
- School Site Council
- Multilingual Advisory Committee (MLAC)
- English Learner After-School Tutoring
- Choir and Drums Program
- Music and Art Classes
We are deeply proud of our students, staff, and families, whose continued support and collaboration make James McKee a vibrant place to learn and grow.
Thank you for being part of our McKee Village!
Christa Roberts, Principal
