PLA@103 Friday Family News
The PLA@103 Phalen Falcons are SOARING TO SUCCESS!
PLA@103 Friday Family News
February 9, 2024
PLA@103 Falcons are Soaring to Success!
PLA@103 news below! Be sure to read and make note of the important information and dates. See more information below regarding Scholar of the Month WINNERS, FREE tutoring, available healthcare, car rider/walker dismissal, FREE internet access for eligible students, meal assistance, important dates, and more.
A Note About Morning Drop-Off
If you bring your child to school after 8:15 am, you must walk your child into the office and sign them in.
Scholar of the Month WINNERS!
The following scholars have been chosen as Scholar of the Month:
Last week, we listed Scholar of the Month Nominations.
This week, we are announcing our WINNERS!
SEE BELOW FOR OUR SCHOLAR OF THE MONTH WINNERS-
Kindergarten WINNER:
* Mr. Stock nominated Abel Joseph and had this to say about the scholar, "Able Joseph truly deserves the recognition as the Student of the Month. His unwavering dedication to academic excellence, coupled with his exceptional work ethic, sets him apart as an exemplary student. Able consistently goes above and beyond in his studies, demonstrating a genuine passion for learning and a thirst for knowledge. His positive attitude and willingness to help others create a supportive and uplifting atmosphere within the student body. Able is not only a high-achiever academically but also a role model for his peers, embodying qualities of leadership, responsibility, and kindness. His contributions to the school community make him a standout candidate for the Student of the Month, reflecting his commitment to both personal and collective growth."
First Grade WINNER:
* Ms. Wilson nominated David Mesidor and said the following about this scholar, "David has shown a lot of improvement in his reading and math groups. He works hard, tries his best, and is friendly to his teacher and peers."
Second Grade WINNER:
*Ms. Drew nominated Jah' Vaeh King and had this to say about the scholar, "Jah' Vaeh goes above and beyond in class, participates in each lesson. She also is kind to other students, and welcomed both of our new scholars with open arms while she demonstrated classroom expectations."
Third Grade WINNER:
*Ms. Louissaint nominated Linsi Ramirez and had this to say about the scholar, "She is an exemplary student. Her behavior is constantly good. She completes all of her assignments with excellence!"
Fourth Grade WINNER:
* Ms. Hesser nominated Lian Velasquez-Sarmiento and had this to say about the scholar, "Lian continues to work daily on following our school's motto. He works hard in all academic areas and asks questions any time he needs help. Lian is a great 4th grade role model when it comes to walking quietly in the hall, showing respect to the other classes learning around him. He continues to be a great friend and looking out for those who need another voice."
Fifth Grade WINNER:
* Ms. Stevenson nominated Aylin Ramon Hernandez and had this to say about the scholar, "She is very helpful when I need to communicate with my Spanish speaking students and she is a focused student who wants to grow and learn. She tries to be a better person than the day before."
Sixth Grade WINNER:
* Ms. Asogbon nominated Desirae Adams and had this to say about the scholar, "Despite encountering various personal challenges, this young woman maintains a positive outlook on life. Throughout this period, Desirae has maintained her academics, making honor roll for the most recent quarter of grades."
SOAR Classroom:
*Ms. Williams nominated Justin Stewart and had this to say about the scholar, "We are selecting Justin Stewart as student of the month for following classroom routines with no reminders. Justin works hard to show his best work each day in all content areas."
Free Tutoring Opportunity
Educational Tutorial Services is providing free tutorial services in conjunction with
IndianaLearns.org for youth in grades 3rd through 8th. We provide a statewide, virtual program in
Math and Reading, with unlimited hours through June 30th 2023. Youth must be on free or
reduced lunches, reside in Indiana, attend an accredited Indiana school and performed below
proficiency in Math or Language Arts on the ILEARN test during the 2023 school year.
Please email Lisa at info@edtutorial.services for assistance in signing up for the program.
If you are in need of a device for virtual tutoring, free tablets are available.
Healthcare Opportunity
Important Assessments COMING SOON!
Statewide Standardized Testing COMING SOON!
Please see below for the dates of our statewide IREAD and ILEARN testing. On-time attendance is very important during these assessments so that your scholar can be present to do their personal best on the test. Scholars who are tardy and/or absent will have to make up the test. You can help your scholar do their best on IREAD and ILEARN by:
* ensuring they get a good night's sleep
* providing breakfast at home or having them at school in time to eat breakfast in our cafeteria
* ensuring your scholar arrives at school between 7:20am-7:45am
Car Rider and Walker Dismissal
Attention Parents & Guardians
If your child is a car rider, please get in the car rider line, stay in your car, and give your car rider number to the staff member on the corner.
If your child is a walker, they will be dismissed with walkers.
If your child is a car rider, but you opt to walk to school to walk them home, please call the office before 1:30pm (317-226-4103) to change the way your scholar is expected to go home that day. Otherwise, they will not be called until walkers are dismissed.
Si su hijo viaja en automóvil, hágase en la fila de pasajeros en automóvil, quédese en su automóvil y proporcione su número de pasajero en automóvil al miembro del personal en la esquina.
Si su hijo camina, saldrá con andadores.
Si su hijo viaja en automĂłvil, pero usted opta por caminar a la escuela para acompañarlo a casa, llame a la oficina antes de la 1:30 p. m. (317-226-4103) para cambiar la forma en que se espera que su estudiante regrese a casa ese dĂa. De lo contrario, no serán llamados hasta que los caminantes hayan sido despedidos.
Si pitit ou a se yon pasaje machin, tanpri antre nan liy pasaje machin nan, rete nan machin ou, epi bay manm pèsonèl la nimewo pasaje machin ou nan kwen an.
Si pitit ou a se yon mache, yo pral ranvwaye yo ak mache.
Si pitit ou a se yon machin, men ou chwazi pou ale lekòl pou mache ale lakay ou, tanpri rele biwo a anvan 1:30 pm (317-226-4103) pou chanje fason etidyan ou espere ale lakay ou jou sa a. Sinon, yo p ap rele yo jiskaske yo ranvwaye moun k ap mache.
Do NOT Drop Off Scholars Before 7:20 a.m.
Pick Up Begins at 2:00 - No Later than 2:35pm
Free Internet Access for Eligible K-12 Students
Access to the internet is access to opportunity. We are committed to using our network as a force for good to help connect 10 million students.
Click HERE to apply for your child. It only takes 5 minutes to apply and you’ll have it for 5 years. Plus, there are no annual fees or re-certifications.
MEAL ASSISTANCE
Indy Parks Meal Programs
Since 2013, almost 3 million meals have been served to nearby communities.
After-School Meal Program
- Open to ALL youth 18 and under, they must be present and eat the meal on-site.
- Available Monday - Friday.
- Locations (listed below) are all around Marion County.
- Free, no registration necessary.
- Find more information and locations HERE.
Drive and Dish
See the flyer below for more information regarding this program.
IMPORTANT DATES- MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Upcoming dates, please mark your calendar:
February 19, 2024- No School- Presidents' Day
February 28, 2024- PIT Day/AT HOME Learning for Scholars
March 4-15, 2024 - IREAD for Gr. 2-3
March 22, 2024 - 11:20am Early Dismissal
March 25-29, 2024 - SPRING BREAK, No School
April 3, 2024 - 11:20am Early Dismissal PD Day
April 8, 2024 - AT HOME Learning
April 15-May 10, 2024 - ILEARN for Gr. 3-6
May 17, 2024 - Holiday World
May 27, 2024 - Memorial Day, No School
May 30, 2024 - Talent Show (one performance during the day, one performance in the evening)
May 31, 2024 - Field Day
June 3, 2024 - 6th grade promotion
June 4, 2024 - Kindergarten promotion
June 5, 2024- LAST DAY of School, 11:20am Early Dismissal