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PLA@George H. Fisher School 93
Greetings PLA Families,
Our first full week back to school has been terrific! Our scholars are settling into a routine and our teachers are moving forward with academics. There are many great opportunities happening at PLA93. Check out some of our resources below!
Girls on the Run is beginning next week. There are three spots remaining! Mrs. White, our Assistant Principal, and some of our teachers are excited to bring this inspiring program to our school. Sign up soon using the registration link below.
Are you looking for a tutor? To qualify for an Indiana Learns tutoring grant, students must meet all of the following criteria:
- Legally reside in Indiana,
- Be enrolled at a traditional public, charter or accredited non-public school,
- Qualify for Federal Free or Reduced Lunch, and
- Have scored Below Proficiency in both math and English/language arts on ILEARN as a third or fourth grader in 2022.
- Note: Approaching proficiency will not qualify.
Once a family has registered at IndianaLearns.org, they can manage their account and find participating learning partners in an online platform that will be available by Saturday, October 1. The platform will also include help desk resources.
Our school's Open House will be taking place on Tuesday, September 6 from 5:00-7:00. This is a great time to tour the building and receive information from your scholar's teacher.
Parents, we need your help. PLA93 has received money from the federal government and we would appreciate your input as to how you would like this money spent. ESSER is a stimulus and emergency COVID relief funding stream authorized as part of the CRRSA Act enacted on December 27, 2020. This additional funding stream is intended to help states and school districts safely reopen and sustain the safe operation of schools and address the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the nation’s students. We are working to hear the voice of our stakeholders when determining use of funds. The allocations are only designated for very specific areas. Please provide us your feedback no later than December 23, 2022 using the following link: https://www.phalenacademies.org/essersurvey
Sincerely,
Mr. Hendricks
Principal-PLA@93
Transportation
School doors will not open until 7:20. Please do not drop off scholars until this time. You may wait in your cars with scholars along Kensington Dr./35th St. until our school staff arrives outside to signal the start of the school day. There is a crossing guard to assist scholars crossing from the north side of the street. Scholars should wait at the crosswalk until the crossing guard can safely help them cross. Do not cross in the middle of the drop off line. Walkers will enter through the main entrance. Bus riders will enter from their drop off point at the rear of the building. Parents will not be permitted to walk scholars to their classrooms.
Dismissal
We will begin calling for car riders to exit the building at 2:15. Parents should wait in the car rider line by entering the driveway on the north end of the building (Kensington/35th St.). A staff member will approach your car to ask your child/children's name(s). Scholars will then exit through the rear of the building. Teachers will assist them to their cars at the loading zone near the playground. Bus riders will be called to dismiss after car riders. Walkers will exit the building last. This is usually around 2:35/2:40. The front office will close daily at 2:00. No transportation changes will be made after this time. If you are picking you child up from school early, it must be done prior to 2:00.
These procedures are in place for the safety of all of our scholars and staff. Please help us to keep everyone safe. If you have bus transportation concerns or questions please call First Student at 317-449-0796.
Scouts
Greetings!
Cub Scouts is coming to PLA@93! We would love to have you join our Cub Scout family.
PLA’s Pack, Pack 93, is having their first meeting after school (in the school) on Monday, September 19 from 4-5pm. They will meet at this time weekly to do fun activities, learn important life skills, and make lifelong friendships.
If you have not completed a paper or electronic form already, you can use the link below to join:
Sign up online here! ¡Regístrese en línea aquí!
You may also fill out the attached application and scan or take pictures and email it back to register your child for Cub Scouts, or complete the paper application you received at the Block Party and turn it in to the school office.
After-school Cub Scouting costs $30 per year (pro-rated to $15 for the rest of 2022), and we ask our families to pay whatever they are comfortable and able to do. Financial assistance is readily available, all you have to do is ask! Payment can be submitted at the Golden-Burke Scout Center (7125 Fall Creek Rd N, Indianapolis, IN 46256) or to your Scout’s Program Leader at their first meeting.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to Fran Smith with any questions you may have, I am so excited for an incredible year of Cub Scouting at PLA 93– and for your family to be a part of it! For questions please contact Fran Smith at frasmit@crossroadsbsa.org or (317) 813-7130.
Girls on the Run
PLA93 is offering the Girls on the Run (GOTR) program to our 3rd-5th grade girls this fall! GOTR empowers girls to be physically active through running and helps to develop life skills through a research-based curriculum which focuses on self-esteem, teamwork and leadership. Practices will be after school at PLA 93 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting the last week in August and ending with a 5K event in November.
If your daughter is in 3rd, 4th or 5th grade and has an interest in being active and working on a team, we would love to have her join GOTR this fall. You may register your daughter online using the 2022 Fall Program Registration link. Please know that financial assistance is available and girls will ever be turned away from the program due to inability to pay.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. White, Assistant Principal, at swhite@phalenacademies.org.
First View App
https://myips.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/FirstView-Parent-App-updated-screenshot-March-2020.pdf
PLA@93 School Supply Lists
School Uniforms
KDG-3rd Grade-Red Collared Shirts w/ black or khaki pants
4th-5th Grade-Gray Collared Shirts w/ black or khaki pants
6th Grade-Black or White Collared Shirts w/ black or khaki pants
All scholars may wear Phalen branded attire regardless of coordinating grade level color.
Please be aware that our deans and teachers will be reaching out to families for scholars that are out of compliance.
Join us at Phalen Leadership Academies!
PLA UNIVERSITY
FREE Career Training
Parents, family members, and neighbors of our scholars can apply to PLA University for training in high-demand careers like Medical Assistant, Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, Phlebotomist, Entrepreneur, and more! New classes form quarterly. For more information contact Alex Morales via email (amorales@phalenacademies.org) or call 317-643-2330, apply online at plauniversity.org, or use the following link: PLA University Application
FREE PLA ENGLISH CLASSES PERFORMING WELL ABOVE INDUSTRY AVERAGE
PLA’s English language classes have been a standout success, with students consistently performing 10-15 points above average! Our personal, collaborative approach allows students to progress quickly to conversational English. Classes are open for new registrants, and we invite you to join us. Classes are held 9:00am – 12:00pm Mondays and Wednesdays.
Classes are held at James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy, 4352 N Mitthoeffer Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46235
Register with us online at https://share.hsforms.com/1s7AM-aNTS3S1OACrgRNX-Q3ulkk to reserve your seat in the class
Upcoming Dates:
Monday, September 5th- No school-Labor Day
PLA@93 Open House-Tuesday, September 6-5:00-7:00
Wednesday, September 7th-Early dismissal at 1:00
Monday, September 19th-Fall Pictures (More information coming soon)
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or concerns.
PLA@93 2022-2023 Calendar
Have Questions? Contact Us Today!
PLA@93 is an A-rated, tuition-free public school serving grades K-6. We love serving our families on Indy's Far Eastside and are excited to support your scholar in mastering key academic skills, demonstrating strong character, and preparing for the future. Each day, our incredible teachers work to help our students learn, grow, thrive and fulfill their tremendous innate potential.
Email: pla93@phalenacademies.org
Website: 93.PhalenAcademies.org
Location: 7151 E 35th St, Indianapolis, IN 46226, USA
Phone: 317.226.4293
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRPElementary93/
Twitter: @93_jrp