The Falcon Flier
Vol 51, Issue 31 - March 22, 2024
Phelps Luck Elementary School
Sandra Anderson, Assistant Principal
Jennifer Stairs, Assistant Principal
Website: ples.hcpss.org
Location: Phelps Luck Elementary School, Old Stone Court, Columbia, MD, USA
Phone: 410-313-6886
Facebook: facebook.com/phelpsluckelementary
Twitter: @hcpss_ples
From School Administration
Spring is finally here! Spring: A lovely reminder of how beautiful change can be. Now that we are in the new season, we are reminded of how much our students have changed from the start of the school year. Some changes observed include:
- academic growth
- new friendships
- more self-confidence
- stronger collaboration skills
- willingness to take risks
- empathy towards others
We encourage you to take time to note the changes in your child from the start of the year and to celebrate that growth. Before we know it, this school year will come to a close. Let's enjoy and embrace all the wonderful changes this year has brought for your child and finish the year strong!
Next week is Spring Break and school is closed until April 2. This is the last newsletter until after Spring Break. The next Falcon Flier will be issued on Friday, April 5. Have a fantastic Spring Break!
Calendars and Important Dates
For a complete list of dates and events, visit ples.hcpss.org/calendar.
March
- 23-through April 1 - Spring Break - Schools closed
April
- Autism Awareness Month
- Month of the Military Child
- 2 - PTA Restaurant Night at Neo Pizza
- 6 - Spring & Summer Clothing Giveaway at Long Reach High School, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
- 6 - PTA Yard Sale
- 8 - School Spirit Day - Wear White
- 9 - End of 3rd Quarter
- 9 - School Spirit Day - Wear Clash/Mismatch Outfit Day
- 10 - Schools closed for students, Professional Work Day
- 11 - School Spirit Day - Wear PLES Spirit wear
- 12 - School Spirit Day - Wear pajamas
- 12 - Multicultural Night , 6:00 p.m.
- 15 - School Spirit Day - Wear purple for military families
- 16 - PTA Restaurant Night - @ Crazy Masons in Ellicott City
- 19 - Earth Day - Wear green
- 24 - Science Night
To subscribe to the PLES calendar on your smartphone, electronic device, or email system, click the plus sign + at the bottom right-hand corner of the Google Calendar or click this link.
New Information
Solar Eclipse Safety
A partial solar eclipse will take place Monday, April 8. In Howard County, the eclipse will occur from approximately 2:00-4:35 p.m., during which all HCPSS schools will dismiss. Additional information and safety tips are available online.
PTA News and Information
Order your PLES Yearbook Today
Paper orders are due by April 12, and online sales are open now through May 5. Books cost $22 each! Order now at www.ybpay.com, code: 14755424. Questions? Please email jenplesyearbook@gmail.com.
New Board Members Needed
We are looking to fill the positions of President and Vice President 2- Fundraising for the 2024-2025 school year. Email board@phelpsluckpta.org with any questions.
April 6th- PLES Spring Yard Sale
The PLES PTA Spring Yard Sale will be Saturday, April 6th. Reserve a parking spot to sell your goods for $15 or two spots for $25. Reserve your spot here: https://phelpsluckpta.memberhub.com/store
April 24th- Spring Science Night
Wednesday, April 24th 6:00-7:30 PM. Outside on the PLES Side Parking Lot.
Join us for a fun night of science experiments and demonstrations. Community organizations will also provide information about their work and how they are supporting the many "green" efforts at PLES. Three food trucks will be onsite.
Volunteers Needed: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B4FA4AC2CA4FF2-48406800-ples
Phelps Luck - PTA 5K/1 Mile Fun Run
Come join your Phelps Luck Elementary School community and run the 8th annual Phelps Luck 5k and One Mile Fun Run!!
Race Date: Saturday May 11th, 2024 at Long Reach High School
Packet pick-up starts at 8:15 am and activities begin at 9:00 am with an energetic warm-up session led by KidStrong Columbia. All race entrants for both the 5k and 1-mile Fun Run will be entered in a raffle to win a full week of summer camp at KidStrong Columbia!
One t-shirt and light refreshments included for each registered participant
Registration for the 5k is $25 per person and the Fun Run is $10 per person with discounts for multiple person registrations.
Registration, additional information, and volunteer signup at www.runsignup.com/PLES
Free for PLES staff - Email 5k@phelpsluckpta.org if interested!
Questions? Email 5k@phelpsluckpta.org
Multicultural Night
Multicultural Night will take place Friday, April 12th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in the PLES Cafeteria. Mark your calendar for a night of fun!
RSVP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B054AAEAB28ABF85-48092373-rsvp
Sign up to be a Country Ambassador:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B054AAEAB28ABF85-48013846-ples
Donate to help fund Multicultural Night performances: https://phelpsluckpta.memberhub.com/store/items/992025
Direct Donation Fundraiser
The spring PTA calendar is full of exciting events! Help us fund the fun activities and provide support for upcoming field trips, 5th grade Simulated Congressional Hearings, continued classroom reimbursements, and Staff Appreciation Week.
Donate using: Venmo: @plespta
PayPal: president@phelpsluckpta.org
PTA Givebacks Store: https://phelpsluckpta.memberhub.com/store/items/732047
Information Worth Repeating
Community News and Information
Long Reach High School Boosters Club
2024 Lightning Classic Golf Tournament
Saturday April 13, 2024
Register now at https://lrhsboosters.com/events/
Included:
Continental Breakfast
Catered Lunch
Beverages
Gift bag/Raffle
Howard High School STEM Fair
Below is the Information:
Sign up Form: https://forms.gle/F83Quc4RGxDZGfXM7
Date: April 6th, 2024
Time: 12 pm - 3 pm
Location: Howard High School (8700 Old Annapolis Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21043)
Who? 3rd to 8th graders in Howard County (parents will need to stay at the event)
THERE WILL BE PRIZES AND CERTIFICATES FOR ALL WHO COMPETE
About the Fair
This STEM fair is a platform designed to inspire and showcase the creativity and talent of young students from grades 3 - 8. This event invites participants to present their projects across various STEM categories, with the opportunity to win exciting prizes! The purpose of this event is to encourage a passion for learning and exploration, allowing children to express their unique ideas. Judges will score each project, provide constructive feedback, and give out medals at the end of the event but all participants will nevertheless receive certificates.
Parents/Guardians must stay during the entire event.
PLEASE READ ALL THE GUIDELINES HERE:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mlbzNFQOPIateiW2pUyp_b4gA6IbhJkxpPGcDULSxfk/edit?usp=sharing
Contact Information:
Email - hohs.stemroots@gmail.com
Columbia Community Care:
This group gives out food at the Long Reach Village Center, Wilde Lake Interfaith Center, and Oakland Mills Middle School on Wednesdays from 5-8pm and Saturdays 10:30am-1:30pm. If you need food delivered fill out the form for food and they can deliver or you may have someone pick up for you as well.
Website: https://columbiacommunitycare.org/
Form for food:
OMHS Food Pantry
The OMHS Food Pantry is open the last Wednesday of the month unless otherwise noted, from 3:00 - 5:00pm. You will need to bring a photo ID. Please do not arrive prior to 2:30pm to allow for student dismissal. Also, please remain in your car and a volunteer will come to your vehicle. More info can be found at the link below:
The below community notices are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the HCPSS.