SLA-MS Advisory Memo
Week of August 27th, 2018
What is Advisory Memo?
On the School Calendar
Monday, September 3rd: No School, Happy Labor Day!
Thursday, September 6th: Breakfast with Mr.Boyle, 9am, downstairs in the lobby
Monday, September 10th: No School, Religious Holiday
Wednesday, September 19th: No School, Religious Holiday
Thursday, September 27th: Back to School Night, 5:30-7:30 (stay tuned for further details)
Announcements
For information on Early Dismissals, School Closings and District Updates please go to the School District of Philadelphia Website: https://www.philasd.org/
Mini-Course facilitators are needed! Mini-courses are an opportunity for 5th and 6th grade students to explore interests in the arts, sports, games such as chess and skills such as debate. We are looking for SLA-MS family volunteers or connections in the community who are available Wednesdays 2pm-3:20pm to lead a mini-course. To find out more, email Ms.Potts, Community Partnership Coordinator: dpotts@philasd.org .
Community Exploration volunteers needed! We are in need of 7th grade SLA-MS family volunteers to chaperone 7th grade community exploration on Wednesday 2pm-3:20pm. If interested, contact Ms.Potts, Community Partnership Coordinator, dpotts@philasd.org.
Donations needed: Yoga Mats! We have a yoga mini-course coming up and need lightly used or new mats donated. Your child can bring the donation to their advisor or Ms.Potts in the Community Partnership Office.
From the Nurse's Office
All nurse forms are due to the office ASAP, including Emergency Information Forms, Request for Medication or Use of Oxygen and immunization forms for 7th graders. Forms can be sent in with your student and given to their advisor.
Free Eye Care for Kids at Jefferson Alumni Hall on Saturday, November 17, 2018 from 8:30am to 1:00pm. Use this link for more information.
Happenings in the Community...
Click on this link for more information on events at the Drexel Dornsife Center.
Every Wednesday from 4-7pm: Tiny WPA hosts drop by and build. Students of all ages are welcome to build and create for free. Tiny WPA is located at 4017 Lancaster Street.
Academy of Natural Sciences is free admission on Saturday, September 22nd! 10am-5pm. For more information about Smithsonian Day click here.
University City Arts League (UCAL) has fall classes posted. Click here for details.