GVP Family News
August 17, 2021
Reopening Safely
Temperature checks will take place before scholars exit their vehicle. If a scholar has a temperature over 100.9 degrees, they will not be permitted into the building.
Face masks will be required for all staff, scholars, and guests regardless of current vaccination status. For the safety of everyone, masks must be worn covering the mouth and nose.
Ice Cream Social
This event will take place rain or shine.
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
Arrival
Our doors open at 7:45 a.m. each morning and instruction begins promptly at 8:05 a.m. When dropping scholars off for school, parents/guardians and daycare providers are required to enter the school parking lot from the Illinois Street entrance ONLY. Scholar(s) should be released out of vehicles from passenger side doors along the sidewalk of the school’s front entrance. Scholars are to walk down the sidewalk to the black iron gate and enter the building through the cafeteria doors. Parents/guardians and daycare providers are to exit the arrival procession line out to 24th Street ONLY. Scholars are offered breakfast until 7:55 a.m. The cafeteria doors will close at 8:05 a.m.
SCHOLARS ARE NOT TO BE LEFT UNATTENDED ON SCHOOL PROPERTY BEFORE 7:45 A.M.
Late Arrivals
Scholars arriving after 8:05 a.m. are considered tardy. Parents/guardians and daycare providers will need to park and escort tardy scholars into the building. Scholars arriving late to school will need to be signed in by their parent/guardian or daycare provider and in the main office. Scholars will be provided a tardy slip by the FOA, which must be given to their classroom teachers upon entering the classroom.
Early Dismissal
Early dismissal is anytime before 2:45 p.m. We ask that you please try to refrain from picking your scholar up early unless there is a medical appointment or an extreme emergency. For the safety and security of our scholars, staff, and families, early dismissals will not be permitted after 2:45 p.m. except in the event of an extreme emergency that has been approved by the principal/school leader. All requests for early dismissal need to be reported to the classroom teacher or the front office manager before 2:00 p.m. Scholars must be signed out in the main office by a parent/guardian or an authorized individual listed on the scholar’s emergency contact list. As with regular dismissal, scholars will not be released to anyone that is not authorized by a parent/guardian.
Dismissal
Dismissal begins promptly at 3:00 p.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. When picking scholars up for school, parents/guardians and daycare providers are required to enter the school parking lot from the Illinois Street entrance ONLY. Parents/guardians and daycare providers will need to have scholar(s) car-rider placards in their windshield when picking up scholars. Scholar(s) will be escorted to enter vehicles through passenger side doors along the sidewalk of the school’s front entrance. Parents/guardians and daycare providers are to exit the dismissal procession line out to 24th Street ONLY. Please ensure that an authorized individual is here before 3:30 p.m. to pick up your scholar. In the event that you are unable to pick your scholar up by 3:30 p.m., it is your responsibility as parent/guardian to notify the school and make arrangements for your scholar to be picked up by the end of dismissal by an authorized individual listed on the scholar’s emergency contact list. Scholars left after 3:30 p.m. impose an extreme burden on staff who must then stay late.
If your scholar is not picked up by 3:30 habitually, the school holds the right to make a referral to the Department of Child Services for abandonment. It is not the responsibility of our staff to stay beyond their contractual day to provide care for your child.
Dress Code Policy
All uniform items must adhere to the policy as listed below. Any item of clothing that is excessive in distaste, fit, condition, or distraction may result in removal from the classroom, parent/guardian call for alternative clothing, and/or discipline referral at the discretion of the principal.
(K-3rd) Shirts Red solid colored polo shirts (short or long-sleeved) are the only acceptable uniform shirt for both boys and girls. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. Solid colored undershirts (red or white) must be worn under polo shirts.
(4th-5th) Shirts Gray solid colored polo shirts (short or long-sleeved) are the only acceptable uniform shirt for both boys and girls. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. Solid colored undershirts (gray or white) must be worn under polo shirts.
(6th-8th) Shirts Black or white solid colored polo shirts (short or long-sleeved) are the only acceptable uniform shirt for both boys and girls. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. Solid colored undershirts (black or white) must be worn under polo shirts.
(K-8th) Skirts/Skorts Khaki or black cotton twill pleated or flat front skirts/skorts are the only acceptable uniform skirts/skorts. All skirts/skorts must be at least mid-thigh length (below extended fingertips). Shorts or underskirts should be worn under all skirts/skorts.
(K-8th) Shorts Khaki or black cotton twill pleated or flat front shorts are the only acceptable uniform shorts for both boys and girls. Shorts must be factory hemmed and be securely fastened at the waistline. No sagging or drooping is acceptable. Short length must be within three inches of knees. Shorts are not acceptable on cold weather days.
(K-8th) Pants Khaki or black cotton twill pleated or flat front pants are the only acceptable uniform pants for both boys and girls. Pants must be securely fastened at the waistline with a belt (black or brown). No sagging or drooping is acceptable. Pants are not to drag on the ground. Pedal-pusher, cargo, and capri pants are not acceptable.
Sweaters/Sweatshirts Solid colored red (K-3rd), gray (4th-5th), or black (6th-8th) crew neck, v-neck, and cardigan sweaters/sweatshirts are the only acceptable uniform sweaters/sweatshirt for both boys and girls. All sweaters/sweatshirts must be worn over grade-level specific colored polo shirts. No zip-ups or hoodies are permitted or logos may appear on sweaters/sweatshirts.
Belts Black or brown belts must be worn with shorts/pants with belt loops at all times. Belts must be no more than 2” in width and must be worn through the belt loops of the pants. Belt buckles must be plain and not oversized, branded, or iconic.
Shoes/Boots Any color closed (heal and toe) and sturdy shoes/boots are the only acceptable shoes/boots to be worn.
Socks Socks must be worn at all times. Any color crew, calf-length, and knee-high socks or tights are acceptable to be worn. No logos may appear on socks or tights.
Hair All scholars’ hair must be neat, clean, and well-groomed. Hairstyles should not create a safety or health hazard and/or interfere with the educational environment of the school. Decorations in hair must not be excessive or have the potential to cause distractions. Any hair decoration that is excessive in size or distraction may be removed at the discretion of the principal.
Hair Coverings Head coverings acceptable in a “professional” work setting are acceptable. This means head wraps and bands are allowed if they are neatly tied and not distracting to the learning environment. Du-rags, sleep scarves, skullcaps, and bonnets are not allowed.
Jewelry, Body Piercing, Tattoos Outside of earrings, no body piercing is permitted. Tattoos are not permitted. Any tattoos, temporary or permanent, must be removed before the scholar may attend class. Jewelry should not dangle (earrings, necklaces, chains, etc.) or interfere with the educational environment of the school. Necklaces or chains may not be worn on the outside of the school shirt or jumper. Boys and girls may wear stud-style earrings (one per ear) that fasten securely to the ear lobe and do not dangle. Outside of a watch, no excessive bracelets may be worn. Hair Bands, Silly Bands, and rubber bands are not to be worn on the fingers, hands, feet, ankles, legs, wrist, arms, or neck. A single ring may be worn on each hand. Any jewelry that is excessive in size or distraction may be removed at the discretion of the teacher and principal.
Supply Lists
2021 - 22 School Calendar
Mark Your Calendars
Ice Cream Social - August 17
First Day of School - August 19
August Birthdays Celebration - August 31
Teacher PD Day (1/2 Day) - September 1
Labor Day (No School) - September 6
Tie Tuesday - September 14
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George and Veronica Phalen Leadership Academy is an A-rated, tuition free charter school serving grades K-8. Our scholars experience hands-on learning with high-quality teachers in small class sizes. We work to help 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.
Email: jcarrion@phalenacademies.org
Website: gvp.phalenacademies.org
Location: 2323 North Illinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208, USA
Phone: 317.333.6980
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GVPhalen
Twitter: @GVPhalen
Enrollment
Re-enrollment packets were sent home for the 2021-22 school year. Please make sure you fill it out for your scholar and return it to school. If you still have not filled out your re-enrollment forms, please contact the main office to verify your commitment to return.
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