Originally delivered on 2/16/2025 7:00 pm

SUBJECT: PAS ePony Week of February 17

Penn Alexander School

Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander University of Pennsylvania Partnership School

PAS ePony Feb. 17, 2025
Message from the Principal

Registration is now open for our culminating event of the year - the PAS 5K/1 Mile Fun Run on June 8!

Register this week during the Flash Sale for the lowest price.  Classes with at least 50% will have a donut party!  If running isn't your favorite activity, volunteer to help.  Click HERE to learn about the new features, get more information and to see the winning student designed logo.  Congratulations to Violet Mills and our appreciate to Ms. Gilday for running this contest.


Talent Show tickets are coming home on Tuesday.  Look for a green 11" x 8.5" packing receipt.  This is your ticket to show at the door.  We will also have a list at the door if you lose your ticket(s).  We will also have a limited number of tickets available at the door for purchase.


Screenagers is returning this Friday at 6pm (same night as the MS Lock In).  Click HERE to attend a parent meeting and viewing of Screenagers: Elementary School Age Edition, the latest film to be released from the Screenagers team.  Check out the trailer. Dinner and childcare provided.


This new film updates the original movie with the latest research, expert insights, and advice. It is specifically tailored for the students, parents, and educators of elementary schools to help them better navigate this digital age.  


The year 2025 marks the 25th anniversary of International Mother Language Day. This milestone highlights a quarter-century of dedicated efforts to preserve linguistic diversity and promote the use of mother tongues. To learn more about Friday, February 21 and to participate in this year's International Language Day Poster Contest, click HERE


Our next Equity Circle evening will be on Wednesday, February 26, 5:30-7pm.  The focus is on Building community during times of change and uncertainty and will include a "Know Your Rights" presentation.  Click 

HERE to RSVP. 


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.   


The School District has posted the proposed Academic Calendar 25-26 & 26-27.  Click HERE to view the proposed calendars. The Board of Education needs to vote on it at their 2/27 meeting before it is approved.


In the event of Virtual Learning Days this school year, click HERE for the PAS Virtual Learning landing page.  The site contains schedules, links, communications for a day of learning at home.   This will also be posted below in the resources section and we will send it out any time we have Virtual Learning Days. 


As follow up to last month's CWTP discussion on how families can support learning at home, literacy and math home links are now in our Resources section below.


And lastly, save the date for the Math Festival: March 20.  Click HERE for more information. 

Week at a Glance
Monday, February 17
Presidents' Day; School closed for students and staff; Administrative offices closed
Tuesday, February 18
6:30p Talent Show
Wednesday, February 19
5:30p Coffee With The Principal (Virtual)
Thursday, February 20
9:00a Free library BHM storytelling K-2GR
3:15p Basketball Game vs. Meredith @ PAS
Friday, February 21
International Language Day Poster Contest Deadline
6:00p MS Lock-In
6:00p HSA Speaker Series: Screenagers
Upcoming PAS Events
  • February: Black History Month
  • Wednesday, February 26, 5:30 PM: Equity Circle Potluck. Topic: Building Community in Times of Change and Uncertainty. All are welcome! RSVP HERE.
  • Monday, March 17, 3:45 PM: SAC MeetingAll are welcome!
  • Wednesday, March 19, 9 PM: Family Tech Talk webinar hosted by PTO Today, presented by an internet safety expert from Trend Micro's Internet Safety for Kids and Families Program.
  • Thursday, March 20, 5-7 PM: Math Festival. RSVP HERE.
  • 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. Sign up to help HERE.
  • May 13-15, 7 PM: Spring MusicalFrozen JR. Tickets available April 1.
  • Friday, May 16, 9 AM-1 PM: Musical Strike / Clean Up. Sign up to help HERE.
  • Sunday, June 8, 8:30 AM: PAS 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. Flash sale for discount registration February 14-21. Register to run HERE. Volunteer HERE.
Reminders & Resources
Don't Forget!

Choir Rehearsal Schedule

Wednesday, February 19 7:20 AM Choir B


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

From the HSA...

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 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.  

2025 Canine Handler Academy for 7th-9th Graders

PAYSA Spring 2025 In-House Baseball Registration is NOW OPEN! Plus, 1 Day Camp with SE Elites

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

Neurodiversity Support Circle for Families


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