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PLA Virtual News
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy
"Bytes" From Your School Leader, Dr. Townsend
November 26, 2023
Greetings Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy Families,
Happy Sunday! We achieved Week 16 at PLA Virtual! We hope everyone had a safe, happy and restful Thanksgiving Break. Classes will resume tomorrow morning. Monday, November 27, 2023 at 8:35am with out regular schedule. We look forward to seeing everyone!
It is very hard to believe that we are nearing the semester end. It is critical for all scholars to be present and engaged to end the year strong. We are on the countdown to the end of the semester, which means it's time to tighten up even more and not lighten up! We will also begin NWEA Testing on Monday, December 4, 2023, prior to FINALS week.
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We look forward to seeing your scholar(s) on Monday, November 27, 2023 at 8:35am for Week 17 at PLA Virtual!
Have a fun and safe weekend!
With Gratitude,
Dr. Townsend, Principal
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Thank you Nylah for sharing your thoughts about PLA Virtual
Thank you Nylah for sharing your thoughts about PLA Virtual with us. You did a fabulous job and we are so grateful that you are a part of our virtual family.
If any other scholars would like to share your thoughts with us about PLA Virtual we would love to hear from you and post on our social media pages. Create a little clip/video and send to Angie Baker abaker@phalenacademies.org
Need a meeting with Mrs. Moses? Book one here!
This week, I got to tour our authorizer, Trine University and learn all about how they can benefit our students. See Mrs. Moses’ Visit to Trine University!
Got a question? See if I’ve answered it!
Calling all innovators!
Trine University is hosting the Innovation Challenge! Do you have an idea for a business or an answer to a worldwide or local problem? You should present it!
There is a $1,000 prize for the high school student who wins!
Thanksgiving dinner- Where to find a free meal or turkey
Applications are now open for Christmas Assistance through Salvation Army Angel Tree
Attention Indianapolis Families: Applications are now open for Christmas Assistance through Indianapolis Urban League
Fire Fly Children & Alliance
Empowering Hoosiers through a wide range of support programs and resources designed to give parents, children, and individuals everything they need to live successfully.
Help4Families throughout the state of Indiana–Click HERE
Energy Assistance Program
The next available opportunity to apply for assistance is October 2nd!!! Applications will open 8am Eastern Time October 2, 2023, through May 20, 2024 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time.If you need assistance, please reach out to Ms. Anderson.
Winter is Near and Flu Outbreaks are Rising
Wintery weather and illness common to the season mean more scholars and families will face challenges with attending school. Even in a virtual setting, the cold and flu season can cause havoc. This makes it all the more important that Learning Coaches stay in communication with the school staff.
In the event a scholar is not feeling well it is vital that you are in touch with your scholars’ teachers to ensure that as little work as possible is missed
Please stay in touch with the attendance so that any time your scholar misses is documented appropriately.
As 2023 winds down, we thank scholars and families for their commitment to their education!!
Tech Support @PLA Virtual
UPCOMING SCHOOL EVENTS
Next Movie Night, Monday. November 27, 2023 at 4:00pm
2023-2024 School Events
Thanksgiving Break (School Closed for Scholars, Teachers and Staff)
November 22-24, 2023
NWEA Testing (Grades K-11)
Monday, December 4-Tuesday, December 5, 2023
READING and MATH will be administered during an extended Homeroom both days. Your scholars' attendance and participation are critical.
Quarter 2/Semester 1 Ends
Thursday, December 21, 2023
All grades due by 4pm EST
Secondary Awards Ceremony
Thursday, December 21, 2023
9:00am
Additional information to be announced
Staff Professional Development (No School for Scholars)
Friday, December 22, 2023
Winter Break (School Closed for Scholars, Teachers and Staff)
December 25, 2023-January 5, 2024
Quarter 3/Semester 2 Begins
Monday, January 8, 2024
Semester 1 Report Cards Available Upon Request
Friday, January 12, 2024
All families can view Semester 1 final grades using the PowerSchool Parent Portal
Semester 1 report cards will not be mailed home, unless requested by the parent
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Holiday (School Closed for Scholars, Teachers and Staff)
Monday, January 15, 2024
Staff Professional Development (No School for Scholars)
Friday, February 2, 2024
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Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy (PLA Virtual) is a tuition-free online learning academy for Indiana families in grades K-12. We are backed by an accredited university to help empower our scholars and families to accelerate academic success with high-quality curriculum taught in their own environment. We use technology to provide interactive and rigorous online classes that allow our scholars to learn and thrive. Our scholars excel not just in academics, but also socially and emotionally with a blend of online coursework and options to engage in sports and enrichment at a local PLA campus.
Email: ttownsend@phalenacademies.org
Website: PLAVirtual.org
Location: Indiana, USA
Phone: 317.939.3787
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