Falcon Family Newsletter
OUR SCHOLARS ARE SOARING TO NEW HEIGHTS!
THERE IS SO MUCH TO LOOK FORWARD TO THIS YEAR AT GVPLA!!
We are super excited about sharing a wonderful year with you and your scholars!
We are so excited for this FINAL quarter with your scholars! Teachers and staff are still continuing to build strong relationships with scholars daily. Constantly making sure all our scholars have a safe learning environment where they feel loved, heard, and respected.
Report cards will be sent home today!
SPRING BREAK : March 25th - 29th, 2024!
NOTE***
AS TEMPERATURES CONTINUE TO DROP THIS IS A QUICK REMINDER THAT SHORTS CANNOT BE WORN DURING THE COOLER MONTHS STARTING FROM NOVEMBER 1st - APRIL 1st.
THANK YOU!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
MARCH 22: REPORT CARDS COME HOME!!!
MARCH 25 - 29th: SPRING BREAK!!!! 💐🌷
APRIL 3: 1/2 DAY! - 11:45 DISMISSAL
SPRING BREAK! 03/25 - 03/29
Spring Break is right around the corner, from Monday, March 25th to Friday, March 29th, for both teachers and scholars. That means no school and more time to unwind, spend quality moments with family, and savor the beautiful spring weather!
UPCOMING 1/2 DAY! - 04/03
DOODLE FOR GOOGLE CONTEST!
8th grader, Addison Mason, submitted “The Future of Technology” for the “Doodle for Google” annual contest. Addison used markers and colored pencils to express her creativity and drew her very own Google Doodle in response to a prompt, “My Wish for the Next 25 years…”. The winning Doodle will be displayed on the Google homepage for 24 hours and be awarded a college scholarship!
GVPLA SCHOOL STORE IS NOW OPEN!
HAPPY WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH!
Explore women's history in national parks and in places in communities across the country to discover women of all cultures providing healing and hope.
https://www.womenshistorymonth.gov/
https://www.womenshistory.org/students-and-educators/biographies
PLA CELEBRATES WOMEN'S HISTORY!
Women's History Month is an annual observance to highlight the contributions of women to events in history and society.
FRIDAY FOOD SALES!
Every Friday during lunch at GVPLA we will have food, drinks, and popcorn for sale!
PICK UP AND DROP OFF INFO
REMINDER:
Our doors open at 7:45am... Dismissal starts at 2:45pm and goes until 3:15pm.
The front office will be closed starting at 2:30pm so we can prepare for dismissal.
NEW FRONT OFFICE PROTOCOL:
Late arrivals and early release scholars from now on will need to be signed out using the binders in the front office. Please sign the appropriate sheet before you drop off and/or pick up.
If you are picking up we will call your scholars down and they will meet you in the Atrium. If you are dropping off late please sign them in and we will make sure your scholar gets to class.
Scholars that are tardy will not be permitted into the building after 10:45am, unless it is due to a doctor's appointment.
Parents that are picking up their scholars must be here before 2:30pm we will not dismiss scholars after 2:30 as we have already started our dismissal process for the day.
If you need to change how your scholar is getting home, please make sure you call the school before 2:30pm.
AFTER-SCHOOL CARE:
Our after-school program is run by the Riley Center this year. If you would like to sign up please see link below.
*Note that the building closes daily at 3:20 p.m. with staff and will not re-open until 7:45 a.m. the next morning.
Please be on time and work with us to have your scholars picked up daily by 3:20 p.m. Monday through Friday, unless it's a half day then dismissal will be at 11:50 a.m.
If you have any questions or concerns you may call the school at 317-333-6980
or email Ms. Preme at jpreme@phalenacademies.org
MARCH 2024 - BREAKFAST AND LUNCH MENUS
The link below may be used to access the school's breakfast and lunch menu:
https://justadashcatering.nutrislice.com/menu/phalen-leadership-academy/lunch/2024-03-01
ILEARN GROWTH RATE - 2023
KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK SCHOLARS!!!
2024 ILEARN TESTING WINDOWS WILL BE FROM MONDAY, APRIL 15th - FRIDAY, MARCH 10th
23-24 SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR
SCHOOL UNIFORMS AND SUPPLY LIST
All scholars should be dressed in accordance with the school's uniform policy.
MIDDLE SCHOOL - AMAZON DONATIONS!
Our Middle School scholars are starting a novel study! If you would like to donate to a fantastic cause, below is a wishlist of books on Amazon! As always, thank you for your continued support!
ENROLLMENT!
We are currently accepting new enrollments. If you know of any scholars who are looking for a quality, high-performing school with top-notch staff, please direct them to contact the main office. Call 317-333-6980 to speak to our Enrollment Coordinator, Martha Lopez.
OUR DEVOTED TEACHERS AND STAFF FOR THE 23-24 SCHOOL YR!
Have Questions? Contact Us Today!
George and Veronica Phalen Leadership Academy is an A-rated, tuition free charter school serving grades K-8. Our scholars experience hands-on learning with high-quality teachers in small class sizes. We work to help our scholars master key academic skills, and demonstrate strong character, as exhibited by: honesty, service to others, a superior work ethic, and a strong vision for and belief in their futures.
Email: jpreme@phalenacademies.org
Website: gvp.phalenacademies.org
Location: 2323 North Illinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208, USA
Phone: 317.333.6980
An A-Rated School
Honoring George and Veronica Phalen
Welcome Home Falcons
George and Veronica Phalen Leadership Academy will deliver an exceptional education to all scholars. Our rigorous approach to education is based on the Phalen Leadership Academies Core Values of Children First, Respect, Determination, Continuous Improvement and Gratitude.