PLA@103 Friday Family News

Read on for information including IMMUNIZATIONS, Scholar of the Month NOMINEES and WINNERS, Spirit Days, free legal services, information about Habitat for Humanity, the uniform policy, important information from our school nurse, and a partnership with the Boys & Girls Club as an after school resource.

Mark your calendars! Please plan to pick up your car rider at 11:20am on November 13, 2024.

We will have the Immunization Coalition at PLA@103 on November 14 to provide immunizations. Scholars must be registered to receive immunizations. Register HERE.

Ms. Hesser nominated Antonio Bledsoe and had this to say about the scholar - "Always working hard, being a good friend & getting all of his work done correctly! Scores 100 on vimme every test."

Ms. Harris nominated Jack Ramirez Lapop and had this to say about the scholar - "Jack has worked very hard since the beginning of the school year. He has been a golden ticket winner and continues to strive to be his personal best. He has received five 100% on Vimme this year and the last four have been consecutive. Jack is not only academically strong, but he is a wonderful friend. He loves to help his classmates when they are struggling. He works hard to make sure everyone is included and always does the right thing. Jack should be scholar of the month because he is quiet and is often behind the scenes but his generosity, kindness, respect, and love of learning has not gone unnoticed in our room."

THIRD GRADE:

Ms. Evans nominated Yamila Valenzuela and had this to say about the scholar - "Yamila goes above and beyond for her classmates. She is always ready to lend a helping hand and comes to school everyday ready to learn."

Ms. Rimer nominated Serenity Jones in Miss Bingham's class and had this to say about the scholar - "She has improved by day and is a hard worker."

FOURTH GRADE:

Mr. Rimer nominated Destiny Atwood in Ms. Friedly's room. Ms. Friedly had this to say about the scholar, "Destiny is a hard worker and stays focused on her work."

FIFTH GRADE:

Mr. Baluja nominated Ana Ganiela Donacien Jean-Baptiste in Mrs. Leslie's class and had this to say about the scholar - "The student is very charismatic. She is multilingual in English, Spanish and Hattian Creole. She is teaching herself Japanese for fun. She is very respectful. Academically the student is doing well in her class by mostly getting A's and B's on her report card. The student is a joy to be around."

Ms. Hornaday nominated Jahmari Williams and had this to say about the scholar - "Jahmari has completely changed the way he has approached his classwork. He is focused and paying attention in class. He treats others with respect and will help a friend if they need it."

Mr. Forey nominated Alicia Jean-Noel and had this to say about the scholar - "Alicia comes to school and knows what her job is. Alicia is here to learn! She works hard every day and is very helpful to others in her class. Alicia is positive about learning difficult skills, she really likes a good challenge!"

Mr. Dickey nominated Ashly Franco and had this to say about the scholar - "Ashly has been here everyday with a smile on her face. She is always doing what is asked of her and never complains."

SIXTH GRADE:

Ms. Dominguez nominated Ruth Figaro in Ms. Ledford's class and had this to say about the scholar - "I am nominating Ruth because she is an extremely hard worker. She always strives to do her best even when those around her aren't. She is always willing to help someone out. She constantly has a smile on her face that will brighten up anyone's day. She always wants to learn more and will ask questions when needing clarification."

Ms. Hollowell nominated Britany Montufar-Alonzo and had this to say about the scholar - "Britany is a wonderful young lady who consistently supports her peers and demonstrates a strong work ethic in class. She approaches every task with dedication, and her positive attitude makes her a role model for others. Britany’s willingness to help others, paired with her focus and determination, contributes greatly to the classroom environment."

Kindergarten:

Ariana Henriquez Jimenez

First Grade:

Bryan Espinosa-Rivera

Second Grade:

Jack Ramirz Lapop

Third Grade:

Yamila Valenzuela

Fourth Grade:

Destiny Atwood

Fifth Grade:

Jahmari Williams

Sixth Grade:

Ruth Figaro

Staff of the Month:

Josh Miller

Services Offered:

Immigrant & Survivor Justice Program

The Immigrant & Survivor Justice Program assists with various family-based and humanitarian immigration needs.

“Consult with a Lawyer” Program

The “Consult with a Lawyer” Program offers free legal advice and counsel on both general and immigration matters through the Clinic’s trusted staff and volunteer attorneys.

Housing & Consumer Justice Program

The Housing & Consumer Justice Program offers services for housing and consumer law issues, such as evictions, security deposits, repairs, accessibility issues, debt collection, and garnishments.

Tax & Economic Justice Program

The Tax & Economic Justice Program offers services for tax controversies with the IRS.

The Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic blog gives important insight into tax-related issues that many clients face.

Veterans Justice Program

Through our partnership with Helping Veterans & Families (HVAF) and LSV-H grant through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the Veterans Justice Program assists homeless and at-risk veterans with a variety of legal issues.

Re-entry Justice Program

The Re-entry Justice Program offers expungement services and driver’s license reinstatement.

Online Legal HElp

The Online Legal Help Program offers free general legal advice for Indiana residents outside Marion, Johnson, Hamilton, and Hendricks counties regarding non-criminal legal issues.

3333 N. Meridian St.
Suite 201
Indianapolis, IN 46208

Monday - Thursday | 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Friday | 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

You can reach us by phone at (317) 429-4131 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

contactus@nclegalclinic.org

All cars should pull up to the circle. NO CARS can be in the bus lane by the sidewalks until all 6 buses have been loaded and have departed.

*Please note, we have more buses this year. The front sidewalk/curb IS NOT available, and is not the designated drop off area due to safety concerns. Cars may not be in the bus lane until all six buses have been loaded and have departed.*

MORNING DROP OFF

*Doors open at 7:30am

* Do not drop scholars off before 7:30am. due to safety concerns.

* Do not drop scholars off anywhere but the circle drive.

* Pull as far forward as possible; do not drop scholars off until you've

pulled up to where staff are directing you to go

* Encourage your scholar to exit the vehicle quickly

* Stay in line. Dropping children off in the middle of the

circle drive is an extreme safety hazard that puts your child(ren) and others at risk.

* If you arrive after 8:15am, you must walk your child to the door and buzz to be let in.

Your child will be marked tardy.

* If you arrive at 10:30am or later, your scholar will not be admitted unless you

provide a written excuse from a medical professional. This will be an unexcused absence.

*Please note, we have more buses this year. The front sidewalk/curb IS NOT available as the pick-up line. Cars may not be in the bus lane until all six buses have been loaded and have departed.*

AFTERNOON DISMISSAL/PICK-UP

* If your child is walking home, they will not be dismissed until the busses have left.

* If your child is a car rider, you must be in the car rider line ON THE CIRCLE.

* There will be a staff member at the entrance to the circle drive.

You must stop and speak to them to give them your car rider number.

* Your child will not be dismissed from class until you've given your car rider number.

* DO NOT cut line. Your number will be skipped, and you'll end up waiting longer.

* DO NOT park and walk up to the building. STAY IN LINE.

* We know the line looks long, but it moves fast when everyone

cooperates and follows the procedures.

* Stay in line. Do not encourage your child to walk into the parking lot.

This is an extreme safety issue.

* Encourage your child to enter the vehicle quickly so the line can move efficiently.

* Talk to your child about exiting the building quickly.

They are not to stop by other classrooms or hang around in the halls talking to friends.

* Honking adds unnecessary noise and stress to the procedure. Please don't honk.

* Do not encourage your child to come to your vehicle if you are far back in line.

If you are changing the way your scholar gets home (permanently or temporarily) please call the office before 1:30pm (317-226-4103).

Scholars will not be dismissed early unless you arrive before 1:30pm. Please plan accordingly.
The office phones will not be answered after 1:30pm so that we may carry out safe and organized end-of-day and dismissal routines.

THANK YOU FOR FOLLOWING THESE PROCEDURES TO KEEP OUR SCHOLARS SAFE.

Phalen Leadership Academy Parents

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* Sunday, November 3 - Daylight Saving Time ends - Set your clocks back 1 hour

* Tuesday, November 5 - ELECTION DAY - AT HOME Learning - No Scholars in the Building

* Wednesday, November 13 - 11:20am EARLY DISMISSAL- Please plan ahead and be on time!

* Thursday, November 14 - IMMUNIZATION CLINIC

* Tuesday, November 26 - 11:20am EARLY DISMISSAL

* November 27-29 - THANKSGIVING BREAK - No School

* Decmber 18 - 11:20am EARLY DISMISSAL- Please plan ahead and be on time!

* December 19-January 6 - WINTER BREAK - No School!

* January 7- Scholars Return to School

* January 15- 11:20am EARLY DISMISSAL - Please plan ahead and be on time!

* January 20- NO SCHOOL - Martin Luther King Jr. Day

* February 5- 11:20am EARLY DISMISSAL - Please plan ahead and be on time!

* February 17 - NO SCHOOL- Presidents Day

* February 26 - Spring PIT Day Conferences - Your scholar's teacher will be in touch if a conference is requested.

* March 3-14 - IREAD testing for grades 2nd and 3rd

* March 28 - 11:20am EARLY DISMISSAL - Please plan ahead and be on time!

* March 31-April 4 - SPRING BREAK - No School!

* April 7 - Scholars return to school

* April 9 - 11:20am EARLY DISMISSAL - Please plan ahead and be on time!

* April 14-May 9 - ILEARN testing for grades 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th

* May 26 - NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day

* June 4 - 11:20am EARLY DISMISSAL - Please plan ahead and be on time! LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

The Boys & Girls Club at 38th and Post Road is available as an after school resource. There is no transporation provided, but please see the Open Enrollment form below. Applications can be found in English HERE and Spanish HERE.

In response to the statewide Senate Bill (SB 185) passing and going into effect as state law in 2024, PLA@103 will operate within the following guidelines and procedures regarding all personal student devices (including cell phones and smart watches) during the school day (7:30am-2:30pm):

• Scholars are encouraged to keep all electronic devices (including cell phones and smart watches) home during the school day.

• Scholars who chose to bring their personal devices (including cell phones and smart watches) to school will be required to keep the device(s) in their backpack or a protected collection container within the classroom based on the teacher’s discretion.

• If the device is out during the school day, the scholar will be asked to give it to the teacher until the end of the school day.

• If the scholar refuses to turn in their device, the teacher will refer them to the Dean through an official write-up.

• Progressive discipline will be instituted in ordinance with SB 185.

• 1st offense - give phone to teacher; warning; teacher documents and informs parent

• Official write up to Dean if scholar refuses to turn in phone; teacher documents and informs parent

• 2nd offense - write up to Dean; Dean contacts parent; phone stays with Dean until parent can retrieve

• 3rd offense - write up to Dean; Dean contacts parent; ISS; phone stays with Dean until parent can retrieve and meet with Dean or administrator

• 4th offense - write up to Dean; Dean contacts parent; 2 days ISS; phone stays with Dean until parent can retrieve and meet with Dean or administrator

• 5th offense - write up to Dean; Dean contacts parent; wireless device suspension (scholar’s device will remain with Dean during the school day for 1-2 weeks depending on severity of the insubordination)

• 6th offense and beyond - write up to Dean; Dean contacts parent; wireless device suspension (scholar’s device will remain with Dean during the school day for 1-2 weeks depending on severity of the insubordination); parents, Dean, administrators meet to discuss next steps in regards to OSS or expulsion.

Please see important health information from Nurse Sara below (click the images to enlarge).

* Honor Roll Ceremonies to celebrate attendance, behavior, and grades.

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Mission: Our mission is to ensure that each of our scholars meet high academic and social standards, and thrive as leaders at home, in their communities, and in the world.

Vision: Our ultimate goal is that our scholars master key academic skills, and demonstrate strong character as exhibited by: honesty, service to others, a superior work ethic, and a strong vision for and belief in their futures.