The Rise Up Family Newsletter
September 28, 2023
Letter from the Principal
Greetings PPA students, families, and community,
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!!!
We are making great strides this school year! Students are engaged in classes and working hard to stay focused. Positive relationships are growing and positive energy is flowing through the building. Students engaged in activities and learning from MATC’s Start College Now and EMR/EMT/Firefighter Program. It’s been awesome seeing students participate in these activities.
Below you will find many updates and a wealth of information about PPA.
I look forward to working with you this school year in support of your scholar's academic journey!!
Take care,
Ms. Sconiers
Whose new at PPA:
We would like to welcome our new advisor Mrs. Karin Kearny!!! She started with us on Monday and is excited to build relationships with the students and plan the next round of workshops.
What’s new at PPA? (As a reminder)
Chromebooks are the students' responsibility. If students/families have multiple Chromebooks issued to them, they will not be able to receive a loaner. This might hinder their academic progress. I encourage students to return any Chromebooks issued by SPASD that are in their possession, no matter how old or the condition of them, to return them to the main office.
Upcoming events at PPA:
National Guard Visit: Oct. 9, 2023
Picture retake day: Oct. 23, 2023
Communication and more:
Family feedback form:
Families, please share any feedback, concerns, and celebrations on this form.
District Communication Survey:
District communication survey for the families. Please take time to fill out the 2 question survey to share your thoughts on how communication is going or needs improvement.
Encuesta de Comunicación-- -Spanish
Securly updates:
“Please take a look through the links below for more information on some technology updates to our filter policy, our loaner Chromebook procedures, and our new focused browsing tool called Securly Classroom.
Office updates
Attendance line: 608-834-6900 Line 1
Please use this number when calling in a student for an absence, illness or an appointment. We have been seeing a lot of students leave school early without a guardian/caregivers permission. School is excused at 3:20pm.
SPWHS Homecoming Dance
October 7, 2023
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
No entry into dance after 8:30 PM
If you are bringing a guest, please stop by the office to get a form.
SPEHS Homecoming Dance
October 14, 2023
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Algebra
In Algebra, students have been exploring linear relationships. They learned how to write linear equations given many different situations. We collected data that simulated a leaky faucet by collecting data on how much water it would lose each minute. Students were able to explain how the amount it leaked each minute is the same as the slope. We will continue exploring linear relationships and how we can use them in the real world.
Rad Math
This class has been exploring the different ways we need and use math in our daily lives. We have been looking at statistical and census data to apply to social justice issues. We also delved into probability, causation and correlation with taxes and budgeting coming up next!
Reading For Life
On Thursday, October 5, Reading for Life students will visit the Sun Prairie Public Library to get familiar with the resources available to them. We will look at the Young Adult reading collection, discuss events the library holds that are aimed at teens, and help anyone who wants a library card get one! If you are interested in the resources available, please check out https://www.sunprairiepubliclibrary.org/ for more information.
Student Services Updates
So excited for the new school year! Please be sure to stop by and see your Student Service Team: Annetta Wright, School Counselor; Ellie Donaldson, Social Worker; Sherry McLean, Student Services Administrative Associate; Verell Shumpert, Youth Advocate
Let’s Talk: Juniors and Seniors please schedule an appointment to meet with your school counselor to talk about the final leg of your high school journey and your options after high school. First step - complete the survey and receive an artifact:
Multicultural Student Achievement Network (MSAN)
The MSAN Network is a national coalition of multiracial school districts that have come together to understand and eliminate racial opportunity gaps that persist in their schools.
Wednesday, November 1-Saturday, November 4, 2023
The Madison Concourse Hotel
Hosted by Sun Prairie Area School District
PPA can take 4 students - If you are interested in attending please contact, Annetta Wright. Please note: Principal Sconiers will select the final four.
Shades of Unity (SOU)
Seeks to bring together young women of various ethnicities and cultures to foster a sisterhood that encourages unity, wellness, economic education, and academic and career development while addressing issues and problems concerning young girls of color.
We meet every Tuesday from 12:40 pm - 1:20 pm
Get That Money
Do you know where to find scholarship information? The Senior Scene and Your one-stop shop for scholarships
GEDO2 Happenings
We have a great group of students this year who are all ready to take on the GED tests! These first few weeks are all about getting our prerequisites done, and then after that we focus on individual GED tests.
JAG Notes
Information coming soon
Community Schools
Friday October 6th families come and join us to end the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Our scholars have been learning different traditions and importances of Hispanic culture within their advisory classes. Throughout the day on Friday our scholars will get the opportunity to first learn about all cuisines from Hpanic/Latin culture and sample different snacks and treats from some of those places. Families will have the opportunity to meet us after school (3:25PM-4:25 PM) in the Cafeteria to sample some dishes that a group of scholars put together. We would love for you all to make it to enjoy all the activities we have experienced throughout this month. It will be food, music, art and good information. We hope to see you all there!
Coat Drive
PPA Coat Drive- We are receiving donations for gently used or unwanted coats, hats and gloves for our students and families during the winter. Donations are starting this month until November 27,2023. We appreciate all those who give and share the word with others. Thank you!
Prairie Phoenix Academy
Email: nsconi@sunprairieschools.org
Website: https://www.sunprairieschools.org/prairie-phoenix-academy-home
Location: 220 Kroncke Drive, Suite 13 Sun Prairie, WI 53590, USA
Phone: 6088346901