The Beehive Bulletin
York Avenue Family Newsletter - 5/8/22
Message from Mrs. Richardson
Dear York Avenue Families,
The IRONKnights triathlon is in 6 days (May 14th) and we are in need of more volunteers. Please consider offering your time. Here is a link to sign up.
May is Better Speech and Hearing Month. Take a look at these resources.
- Speech and language pathologists work with individuals who stutter. Learn more about how to be an ally to students who stutter.
- Check out these tips for maintaining a healthy voice.
- Listen Up! Protect Your Hearing
- SLP Services in the Schools Graphic
A few reminders for upcoming events:
- Monday, 5/9- Day 2
- Tuesday, 5/10 - Day 3
- Wednesday, 5/11 - Day 4
- Thursday, 5/12- Day 1
- Friday, 5/13 - Day 2
Warmly,
Dipa P. Richardson
Principal
North Penn Parents Special Education Alliance (NPPSEA)
The North Penn Parents Special Education Alliance (NPPSEA) is hosting Pasta with a Purpose, a community social and fundraising event to benefit NPPSEA and special education programs throughout the district. The event will be held @North Penn High School Senior Cafeteria (Door D-2 on right side of building) on Saturday May 21st from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. The event costs include a variety of food and refreshments. Tickets for raffle baskets will be sold separately. Discounted food tickets will be sold until May 10th ($8/adults, $5 child/student), please contact nppsea@gmail.com for registration and payment options. Tickets will be sold at the door for $10/adult and $5 per student/child.
Thank you for your support,
NPPSEA
Better Speech and Hearing Month
May Counselor's Corner
Spring has sprung and that means that the PSSA’s are right around the corner. For some, the thought of taking a standardized test can bring up feelings of stress and anxiety. A little bit of pre-test jitters can be a good thing to help with motivation, but if you find that your child is displaying new behaviors or seems more worried than usual, taking a look at the attached links could help to ease their stress. Remember- all we can ask of our students is to give their best effort and show what they already know!
As always, please reach out with any questions or concerns.
Take care.
Becky Murray
School Counselor
215-268-6002 x1688
Please Note: PSSA Dates
Students in grades 3rd -6th will be taking PSSA state assessments in April and May. Please see the dates of testing to avoid students being absent. Make-up tests run until May 13th.
SCIENCE: May 9, May 10 (Grade 4 only)
Section 1 - Monday, May 9
Section 2 - Tuesday, May 10
PSSA Testing Times:
Grade 3: 10:10-12:45
Grade 4: 9:20-11:35
Grade 5: 9:20-11:55
Grade 6: 10:10-1:00
Cellphones/Smartwatches
In addition, please be aware that students are not permitted to have electronic devices on their persons during the assessment. This includes smartwatches. All devices will be collected prior to the test if they have brought them in. Below you will find the electronic device expectation. Electronic Devices Notification Letter
Chromebooks
Students will continue to bring their Chromebooks back and forth to school. We ask that you ensure students are charging their devices overnight and bring it with them each day.
FAQ
Lastly, many families have questions regarding the assessment. The state of Pennsylvania has provided a Frequently Asked Question (FAQ) document for families. Please take a moment to read it. FAQ for the PSSA
Kindergarten Registration
We are excited to announce that Kindergarten Registration for the 2022-2023 school year will begin on February 1st. All Kindergarten registrations can be completed online through the district website. Please use this link to begin the registration process. On the district website, you will also find additional information about Kindergarten. If you have any questions regarding Kindergarten registration, feel free to contact the main office.
May Lunch Menu
Please be sure to review the options with your child. They will tell their teacher their choice each morning.
Crossing Guards Needed
News from Home & School
Supporting students and staff is the heart of what we do. There is always room for more VOLUNTEERS! Please reach out to yahomeandschool@gmail.com to learn more or click here to sign up.
You can also connect on Facebook @ York Avenue Elementary Home & School
For more information, please reach out to the 2021-22 H&S Board.
President
John Benedix
610-937-9635
Vice President
Tony Di Domizio
267-640-6636
Treasurer
Meredith Kim
215-313-7476
Secretary
Michelle Hynes
215-589-3699
More Ways to Support York Avenue
AMAZONSMILE
Direct your charity dollars via AmazonSmile!
SHOPRITE FOR MY SCHOOL PROGRAM
Do you shop at ShopRite? Have family members that shop there? Sign your rewards card up at the link below and pick York Ave Elem and we will automatically be credited for any Box Top rewards that are purchased. EASY!!!
BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION APP
Box Tops has gone digital-- click for info! Link the app to York Avenue Elementary. Scan a store receipt within 14 days of purchase, the app will identify products on the receipt and credit York Avenue's earnings online. YA will receive a check twice a year to be used toward whatever we need.
Can you help reach this year's goal of $1,000?
York Avenue Elementary School
Email: richardp@npenn.org
Website: https://york.npenn.org/
Location: 700 York Avenue, Lansdale, PA, 19446
Phone: 215-368-6002