Phalen Flyer
PLA@George H. Fisher School 93
Greetings PLA Families,
Our second graders finished their IREAD testing this week.This was a challenging assessment for them and I have been told by their teachers that they did their absolute best. Be sure to read through the entire flyer this week. There is a lot of new information.
Twice a year, IPS provides a survey to our families and scholars that gives our school and administrators feedback on how we are doing. Please take a moment to complete the Panorama Survey below.
It's time to enroll for Summer Advantage! In order to receive transportation for our summer program, you must register early. More information can be found below.
Please note that there will be NO changes in transportation and NO scholar pick-up after 1:30. You may call the school prior to this time if your child will be leaving school a different way or needs to be picked up early. This helps us to ensure communication is given to teachers/staff prior to dismissal and in a timely manner.
Our next family event will take place next week! March Mathness will be held on Thursday, March 21st from 4:30-6:00pm. Come join the fun and play math games with your family! See the flyers below for more information.
Parents of sixth graders: Mark you calendars for March 18, 19, and 20 for JRPLA's Enrollment Fun Fair. This will be an opportunity for parents to learn more about the school as well. Registration is currently open to Phalen scholars but will soon open to the public. Reserve your child's spot at the premiere middle school on the far east side today!
PLEASE NOTE: PLA@93 scholars will not be in attendance on Monday, April 8 due to the solar eclipse. All scholars will be assigned work on Friday, April 5 to be completed as an e-learning day.
Our community spotlight this week is Paws to Read at Fort Ben Library. More details can be found below.
I have included our recently approved calendar for the 2024-2025 school year at the bottom of the flyer for your reference. School will begin on Monday, August 12 for scholars.
If you have questions regarding your child's bus transportation, please call IPS at 317-226-4000.
Sincerely,
Mr. Hendricks
Principal-PLA@93
Panorama Survey
We would like to hear from you! The link below is for PLA93's Panorama Survey. This survey gives you the opportunity to tell us how we are doing. Please take a moment to complete the survey. Your feedback is valuable to us!
Summer Advantage 2024
Enrollment for Summer Advantage is open! Are you looking for an excellent summer enrichment program to help scholars maintain their academic skills? PLA@93 is hosting Summer Advantage at our building. This opportunity is open to all of our scholars currently in kindergarten through 5th grade. Current 6th grade scholars can enroll in the summer Advantage program at JRPLA. Programming will take place from June 10th-July 12th. The best part is that this opportunity is completely FREE! Use the link below to register or receive additional information. Reserve your place today!
Helpful Summer Advantage Links
English Application-https://secure.infosnap.com/family/Login?ReturnUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fsecure.infosnap.com%2Ffamily%2Fdirectaction&AutoLogOut=False
Spanish Application-https://secure.infosnap.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=39667&culture=es
Email Help Desk- info@summeradvantage.org
Help Desk- 866-924-7726
Website- https://www.summeradvantage.org
You may enroll online at school from 8:00-1:00. Computers will be available. The deadline to receive transportation is April 8th. Applications for scholars received after April 8 will not receive transportation.
March Mathness
Come join us at PLA93 for an evening of fun! We will be playing math games for prizes. If you have been wanting to practice your math facts or simply show off your skills, this is a great opportunity for everyone. We hope to see you there!
Parents of Sixth Graders-Save the Date
James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy (JRPLA), Indy's premier middle school/high school, will be hosting an Enrollment Fun Fair beginning Monday, March 18 through Wednesday, March 20. This is an opportunity for you to learn more about the opportunities for you child's education as they transition to middle school.
Paws to Read at Fort Ben Library
The community resource this week is Paws to Read at Fort Ben Library. Children who are reluctant readers are invited to read to a registered therapy dog. This activity can help young ones improve their reading skills and self confidence. Participants may sign up for a 15 minute reading session by visiting the Fort Ben Library or by calling 317-275-4570. The event is set to take place on March 16, 2024 from 11am-12pm.
The Fort Ben Library is located at 9330 E 56th St.
Severe Weather Procedures
Please be aware that as winter approaches we are at risk for severe weather. In the case that school must be delayed or canceled, you can expect the following:
1.) All of the major Indianapolis news stations will be notified to broadcast the cancelation or delay.
2.) You will receive an email and phone call from the school notifying you of the cancelation or delay.
3.) Scholars will be provided with work prior to or after the event to complete for an e-learning day.
If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher.
Donors Choose
Want to support your scholar's school? Check out PLA93's Donors Choose page. Scroll all the way down to see projects for our teachers that you can help support!
https://secure.donorschoose.org/school/george-h-fisher-elementary-school-93/20219
Box Tops for Education
PLA@93 is enrolled in the Box Tops for Education program to raise money for our school! Box tops has done away with the traditional box tops clips, but now they have an app where you can scan your receipt and earn points instantly. Box Tops are worth $.10 each and they add up fast! Twice a year, our school receives a check to help pay for whatever we need - equipment, supplies or experiences the kids love! This is a very easy way to earn money for the school. All you have to do is shop, scan, and earn points!
1. Download the Box Tops for Education App
2. Create an account
3. Click "Find a school" then search: Phalen Leadership Academies School 93
4. Shop and Scan your receipt in the app!
Download the Box Tops for Education app here: https://btfe.smart.link/c2jjdifkw?referral_code=WAQM0IK5
Here's how it works:
- Buy Box Tops products and scan your receipt with the Box Tops app within 14 days of purchase.
- After scanning your receipt, make sure Phalen Leadership Academies School 93 is your selected school in the app.
- Tap on Give Credit to select your child's classroom. You can scroll down to add a note with your child's name or additional information on who should get credit.
- The number of Box Tops earned with your receipt will be credited to the classroom you selected.
- To see where your child's classroom stands on our leaderboard, open the Box Tops app, tap on the school card on the Home screen and check out Fall Leaderboard on the school dashboard.
Want to give credit for a digital or email receipt? Go into the Box Tops app, tap on the My Earnings button at the top of the screen and tap on the transaction you'd like to credit. Scroll past the list of products and tap on Give Credit at the bottom of the screen. Then, select your child's classroom.
Let's have some fun and help Phalen Leadership Academies School 93 give our students what they need to succeed!
Know someone who's not participating in Box Tops yet? Encourage them to sign up using my referral code KCJB63IK and our school will earn Bonus Box Tops when they scan their first receipt.
PLA@93 School Supply Lists
School Uniforms
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, Advanced Manufacturing, OTR Driving (CDL-A), and more! New classes form quarterly. For more information contact Kristi Williamson via email (kwilliamson@phalenacademies.org) or call 317-660-5114, apply online at plauniversity.org, or use the following link: PLA University Application
FREE ENGLISH CLASSES
PLA has partnered with Indy Reads for ESL programming. If you are interested, you may use the following link for more information. https://indyreads.org/programs/ell/
Adult Literacy
IndyReads offers adult literacy, HSE diploma, and ELL classes. For more information about Indy Reads, call 317-384-1496 or fill out this online form.
School Lunch Menu Link
The following link may be used to access the school's lunch menu:
https://justadashcatering.nutrislice.com/menu/phalen-leadership-academy
Upcoming Dates:
Friday, March 22nd- Early Release (11:20)
Monday, March 25th-29th- SPRING BREAK (no school)
Wednesday, April 3rd- Early Release (11:20)
Monday, April 8th- Solar Eclipse (no school/e-learning)
Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or concerns.
PLA@93 2023-2024 Calendar
PLA@93 2024-2025 Calendar (next school year)
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