Originally delivered on 2/2/2025 7:01 pm

SUBJECT: PAS ePony Week of February 3

Penn Alexander School

Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander University of Pennsylvania Partnership School

PAS ePony Feb, 3, 2025
Message from the Principal

In case you did not receive last week's Superintendent's message, please read it HERE.  The district has also shared resources to support immigrant and refugee students and families, click HERE to access the toolkit. 


We welcome families to share their story for Black History Month! Please click HERE to complete an interest form and a staff member will reach out to you.   We will also engage in classroom activities and community events that acknowledge and celebrate the rich cultural history and contributions of Black people.


As a reminder, Radical Readers starts tomorrow afterschool. Coding starts on Wednesday.


Our first home basketball game of the season is tomorrow. As a reminder students in grades K-5 may only attend with a parent. PAS middle school students watching the game may not leave the building before the game.  They must go directly to the gym at dismissal to watch the game.  


Parents/Guardians/Caretakers are permitted for both home and away teams.  Students from home school are permitted within seating limits.  Students from away school are permitted within seating limits.  Prior approval for large groups must be requested 48 hours in advance from the Principal (loverton@philasd.org) and Assistant Principal (tsettles@philasd.org)


Have a great week!

Week at a Glance
Monday, February 3
3:15p Basketball Game vs. MYA @ PAS
Wednesday, February 5
3:15p Basketball Game vs. Fell @ Murphy Rec
Thursday, February 6
Black Lives Matter Week of Action
8GR Ms. Moon Trip
Friday, February 7
Black Lives Matter Week of Action
Staff Professional Development (Half Day); Three Hour Early Dismissal for Students
Ms. M 8GR Trip
8:30p PAS Kindergarten Registration Ends
Saturday, February 8
Black Lives Matter Week of Action
Sunday, February 9
Black Lives Matter Week of Action
Monday, February 10
Black Lives Matter Week of Action
Upcoming PAS Events
  • Monday, February 10, 3:45 PM: SAC Meeting. All are welcome!
  • Friday, February 14: Deadline to purchase Middle School Lock In and early bird priced Talent Show tickets.
  • Tuesday, February 18, 6:30 PM: Talent Show.
  • Wednesday, February 19, 5:30 PM: Coffee with the Principal.
  • Friday, February 21, 6-7:30 PM: HSA Meeting & viewing of newest edition of Screenagers film geared towards parents of elementary school students. RSVP HERE.
  • Friday, February 21, 6-8 PM: Middle School Lock In. Tickets are $15 or pay-what-you-can and can be purchased HERE. NO tickets will be sold at the door!
  • Sunday, March 30: deadline to purchase Frozen JR. T-shirts ($20) and program shout-outs ($5) for cast & crew. Purchase HERE.
  • Saturday, April 5, 9 AM-1 PM: Musical Build Day.
  • May 13-15, 7 PM: Spring Musical, Frozen JR. Tickets available April 1.
  • Friday, May 16, 9 AM-1 PM: Musical Strike / Clean Up.
Reminders & Resources
Don't Forget!

Frozen Jr. Choir Schedule:

Monday, January 27 from 7:20-8:20 am- Choir A only


New PAS Gear is for Sale! Get your PAS branded (and uniform-compliant) sweatpants, hoodies, shirts, beanie hats, pencils, and more HERE.

The school district has announced the 25-26 PAS Kindergarten Registration process. Click here for instructions and application deadlines. If you need assistance with the process, please contact the PAS office at 215-400-7760.  


From the HSA...

Nominating Committee

The HSA is seeking people to serve on the Nominating Committee to help tap their networks for a diverse group of future board members and guide the elections process. The main duties of the nominating committee are:

  • meet once or twice to learn the process and brainstorm names
  • confirm and advertise the open positions
  • reach out one-on-one to potential recruits

For full details on committee responsibilities, refer to Article 7 of the HSA Bylaws

If interested, please log in and contact HSA board member Cynthia Sung.

Help Needed with Sponsorships

We have two big events coming up that need sponsorships from businesses: the 5K and the spring musical.

 

The 5K has sponsorships ranging from $250 - $3,500. Sponsors get their logo on the race t-shirt and potentially other perks such as providing their swag for the race bags and having a table presence at the race to promote their business. We also need prizes donated for the race -- gift certificates, free passes, tickets, products, etc.

 

The musical has program sponsorships ranging from $100 - $1500. Sponsors (and parents) can create an ad for the program. The bigger the sponsorship, the bigger and more prominent the ad.

 

We also need help contacting businesses and asking if they are interested in becoming a sponsor. If you can recommend or solicit any businesses, please let us know by submitting the Sponsorship Form.

Specialist Corner

Please visit each Specialty Program web page to learn more:

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Community at Large

The programs listed below have either shared fliers with the school or are within a few blocks of Penn Alexander. These programs are not affiliated with Penn Alexander; as such, families should evaluate each program to ensure it is the right fit for their family.  

Free Library of Philadelphia Adult Education and Language Learning Programs

Spruce Hill Open House & Book Sale - 2/8

Black History Month at the Philadelphia Art Museum

2025 Summer Camps and Programs at Penn

Supporting Immigrant and Refugee Students and Families


 Free resource for families living with substance use disorder adolescents and teens

Early bird registration for Al-Bustan Summer Camp 2025 is OPEN!

Philly parents and students are joining a global movement to reimagine the school commute

Need in Deed Forum on Supporting Philly students, especially students from immigrant families, LGBTQIA+ students, and students of color - 2/19, 7pm

From Penn Cares: In an effort to bridge health care gaps in Philadelphia and in partnership with WURD Radio, Penn Medicine proudly announces the Black Doctors Directory: https://phillyblackdoctors.com/#

Neurodiversity Support Circle for Families


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