SLA-MS Advisory Memo
SLA-MS News for the week of September 17th
What is Advisory Memo?
On the School Calendar
Reminder: School doors open at 7:45 for breakfast, classes start promptly at 8:15!
Run club starts Monday! Meet after school in the class-a-gym-a-torium. Run club is every Monday. Students go on a brief run with a supervising teacher.
Thursday, Sept.27: First Pretzel Sale of the Year! Pretzels are $1. The sale will be in the morning & at lunch time, while supplies last!
Thursday, September 27th: Back to School Night, 5:30-7:30 (stay tuned for further details)
Back to School Night will include:
- Tables from UCAL Arts, Squash Smarts, and Neighborhood Bike Works
- Home & School Association Membership Drive and Raffles
- The Grand Opening of the School Store!
- Small number of T-shirts will be on sale & preorders will be taken for SLA-MS Merchandise. Cash & Check is accepted, prices range from $10-$20.
Philadelphia High School Fair: We encourage SLA-MS families to visit Friday Sept.28th 5pm-7pm and Saturday Sept.29th 10am-2pm. For more information visit here
Announcements
Community Exploration volunteers needed! We are in need of SLA-MS family and community members to volunteer during 7th grade community exploration on Wednesday 2pm-3:20pm. Students will be exploring the high school application process and other community opportunities.We need volunteers to be with the 7th graders during this class time. If interested, contact Ms.Potts, Community Partnership Coordinator, dpotts@philasd.org or complete this availability and information form.
This is a reminder that it is school protocol for students to be seen by the nurse prior to early dismissal for illness. Students must see the nurse first before being picked up for an illness.
Last week for Scholastic book orders for September. Stop by to see Ms.Grieco in room 206 to receive the flyer and order form or go online at scholastic.com/bookclubs and use the Class Code G2328. Each month there are great deals for your home library and purchases earn points toward new books for our classroom libraries! Help SLA-MS create a community that reads and shares books together!
Pick up/Dismissal: We understand it can be hard to pick up students with no parking. Please do not block the trolley, bike paths and any other public transportation. This will keep everyone safe. A suggestion is to set up a pick up point with your student close to the school.
Wear Layers! We've noticed some students are chilly in classrooms. Having a light sweater or hoodie will keep your student comfortable and focused on learning.
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Updates to your home address or other contact information such as email need to be given to your student's advisory.
For information on Early Dismissals, School Closings and District Updates please go to the School District of Philadelphia Website: https://www.philasd.org/
From the Nurse's Office
This is a reminder that it is school protocol for students to be seen by the nurse prior to early dismissal for illness. Students must see the nurse first before being picked up for an illness.
ALL MEDICATIONS brought to school must be in their original packaging including the medication information as well as your child’s name along with an MED1 form or physician order. This is to ensure our students’ safety! Thank you for your cooperation parents!
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...
Academy of Natural Sciences is free admission on Saturday, September 22nd! 10am-5pm. For more information about Smithsonian Day click here.
The 4th annual Clay Fest will be Sat. 9/29th at the Clay Studio in Olde City. For more information about this free, family event click here.
Squash Smarts is looking for team members! See the flyer attached to this week's parent email for all the information.
After school technology program! Wednesdays, 3:30-5pm, 3939 Warren St Tech Stars is offering an after school program for students in grades 5-8 interested in programing and electronics. Space is limited-- Call 267-777-5816. Apply online at Tinyurl.com/pecRobotsRule2018 Deadline: Oct 1st -- First Session October 3rd
SaturdayPLAY! From Philadelphia Playwrights: Plays by kids, for kids! October 6th. Family Friendly, Free Outdoor Fun. Bring a picnic and the whole family! Reserve tickets using this link.
FREE Philly Robotics Expo! Friday, October 5th. Find out more with this link.
Vetri After School Cooking Lab through Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Classes are free, 10 weeks from 4pm-6pm on Monday (4th-6th grade) or Tuesday (7th-9th grade) at 3550 Market St., Second Floor. Classes begin week of 9/24 and run through 11/27. No classes Thanksgiving week. Children must be dropped off and picked up. For more information contact Rachel DeHaven at dehaven@email.chop.edu.
West Philadelphia Health & Resource Festival: Saturday 9/29, 11am-3pm, 46th and Haverford Ave. For more information contact Pamela Evans, pamela.evans@phila.gov
Click on this link for event information at the Drexel Dornsife Center.
Stay tuned to School District of Philadelphia's The Notebook for current articles on district happenings.
The blog for the school districts Office of Family and Community Engagement can be found with this link.
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.
University City Arts League (UCAL) has fall classes posted. Click here for details.
Trivia Question!
Thank you to Ms.I's Advisory for this week's question!