Happy Sunday EXCEL Families,

We are looking forward to another EXCEL-lent week of teaching and learning!

Please be sure to read our EXCEL Eagle Updates in entirety for the latest news here at EXCEL!

We had a fun-filled week last week and can't express to you enough our gratitude for all of your continued support!

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work!

Love,

Principal Byrd

"The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody can take it away from you."

- B.B. King

Dear EXCEL Academy PCS Families,

We want to extend a huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated in and supported our "Tape the Principal" event! It was another incredible success, filled with laughter, fun, and a whole lot of tape! We truly appreciate your enthusiasm and generosity.

Your support makes these events possible, and we are so grateful for our amazing community. Principal Byrd had a blast (literally!) being taped to the wall, all for a great cause!

We are always looking for new and exciting ways to engage our students and families. We would love to hear YOUR suggestions for future events! What would you like to see next?
Please send your ideas and suggestions directly to Mr. Bryant at john.bryant@pgcps.org. We value your input and are eager to create more memorable experiences for our school community.

We will be sharing photos from the "Tape the Principal" event soon, so keep an eye out!
And don't forget to follow and subscribe to the EXCEL Academy PCS Facebook page for updates, photos, and more!

Thank you again for your continued support!

Sincerely,
The EXCEL Academy Sunshine Committee

To the Howard B. Owens Science Center, thank you for an outstanding STEAM event that truly ignited a passion for science in our EXCEL Academy students. The hands-on activities, carefully aligned with the county science curriculum, fostered a sense of wonder and inquiry that will undoubtedly have a lasting impact. We are grateful for the opportunity to have been the pilot school for this valuable school-wide experience.

#EXCEL-lenceOnly!

Throughout the school year, Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) and the Prince George’s County Board of Education conduct activities that may be publicized by local or national news media or used to promote the school system. Publicity activities include interviews, photographs or videos of individuals or groups of students, or student works (including, but not limited to, artistic works, athletic activities, performances and competitions) that may be used in websites, social media such as Facebook and Twitter, print or online publications, or videos. The information shared under this publicity release may include certain directory information, which is generally not considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if released under Administrative Procedure 5134.

Inclement Weather Make-Up Day – Schools Open (converted from a Professional Development Day)

INCLEMENT WEATHER MAKE-UP DAYS – Three inclement weather make-up days are built into the school calendar in June. The last day for students is June 18 if all three of these inclement weather days are used; June 17 if two of these three days are used; June 16 if one of these three days is used; and June 13 if none of these built-in inclement weather days are used. The last day for teachers is June 23 if all three of these inclement weather days are used; June 20 if two of these three days are used; June 18 if one of these three days is used; and June 17 if none of these built-in inclement weather days are used. Lastly, there are two additional days on February 14 and March 17 that may be converted to inclement weather make-up days.

• Date: Thursday, April 3, 2025
• Departure from EXCEL: 7:40 AM
• Departure from Aquarium: 2:00 PM

The absolute deadline for all Aquarium trip payments is Friday, March 28, 2025.

The cost of the trip is $30, CASH ONLY, chaperones are also required to pay.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have had to pause our soccer tryouts for the time being. We are working through these issues and will try to provide everyone with an update by the end of this week on whether we will have a soccer season this year. We are continuing to work to improve our athletic programs as a whole, so please be patient as we work through some bumps in the road. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mr. Iverson. Thank you.

Free middle school summer camp at PGCC June 23+ July 18.

https://www.pgcc.edu/summerstem/

Hello EXCEL Families,

Prince George’s County Public Schools has partnered with Pear Deck Tutor to provide personalized learning support for every student. With on-demand tutoring, students can access one-on-one, live tutoring and writing support anytime, anywhere.

Final Chance! Last Parent Information Sessions on 24/7 Tutoring

Upcoming Parent Information Sessions:
March 19 & March 20, 2025

Click on the Link below for more information

Dear Parents, Students, Faculty, and Staff

We understand that navigating challenges related to immigration can be difficult, and we want to ensure that you have access to helpful resources and support for you and your family during this time.

Here are some valuable resources:

1. La Clínica del Pueblo provides medical, mental health, and substance use treatment for individuals of all ages. They focus on creating a healthy Latino community through culturally appropriate health services. Their offices are located in Hyattsville and Langley Park.
- Phone: 240-714-5247 or 301-264-8200
- Website: [La Clínica del Pueblo](http://www.lcdp.org)

2. CASA of Maryland CASA is a national powerhouse organization building power and improving the quality of life in working-class: Black, Latino/a/e, Afro-descendent, Indigenous, and Immigrant communities. CASA creates change with its powerbuilding model blending human services, community organizing, and advocacy in order to serve the full spectrum of the needs, dreams, and aspirations of members. https://wearecasa.org/about/

3. Latin American Youth Center (LAYC) offers a variety of programs across the District of Columbia and Prince George's County. These include academic support, advocacy, job readiness, safe housing, and a health and wellness program that provides mental health and substance use counseling at no cost. Their Prince George's County office is located in Riverdale.
- Phone: 301-779-2851
- Website: [Latin American Youth Center](https://layc-dc.org)

4. PGCPS Immigration Resources offers valuable services and support to immigrant students and families within the Prince George's County Public School system. Please reach out for more details on how they can assist you. https://www.pgcps.org/offices/communications-and-community-engagement/newsroom/resources/immigration-resources

Additional Resources:
- https://pen.org/
-https://naacp.org/
-https://www.theyoungcenter.org/
-https://immigrationimpact.com/
-https://aijustice.org/

Red Card Information:
If you would like your student to be provided with a Red Card (a tool for mental health support and assistance), they may collect it from the Mental Health Clinician's office.

We want you to know that you are not alone. Our school community is here to support you, and we are dedicated to helping you navigate these challenging times. If you ever need help, don't hesitate to reach out. We care about your well-being and are here for you every step of the way.

Sincerely,
Ms. Osborne

Check out one of our very own Eagles, Cameron W. and his Boy Scout Troop!