Phoenixville Area High School News
April 16, 2024
EdRising Club in the News
Our EdRising Club, under the tireless leadership of Mrs. Ehrenzeller, was featured in the latest issue of The Voice. It highlights the work being done here to encourage and promote students who are interested in careers in education. Have a read!
PACS Donation Drive
Are you interested in an opportunity to give back to your community? A donation drive will be running in our high school from May 1 to May 12 to collect donation items for PACS. Please donate any unexpired and nonperishable food items, hygiene products, and cleaning products to the box located outside of the auditorium labeled “PACS Donation Drive”. Please refer to the lists below of acceptable items to donate. Remember, the giving season is now!
Sports Marketing Class at the Bank!
Today was an unforgettable day for our Sports Marketing class as they embarked on a journey behind the scenes of Citizen's Bank Park. Accompanied by Ms. Tolan and Mr. McLaughlin, students explored the complex and had the exclusive opportunity to witness the inner workings of the press room, where the magic of sports journalism comes to life.
KEYSTONES COMING SOON!
Class of 2024 Important Dates
Class of 2024: Upcoming Dates
- April 3rd-April 21st: scholarship applications due. Review the scholarship list and access the online applications in Naviance. Late applications will not be accepted.
- April 7th: Community Involvement Application due. Form will close at 11:59 pm.
- April 12th: deadline to register for senior class trip to HersheyPark
- May 1st: Decision Day (this event is for students only; more details to be shared later)
- May 3rd: Class Trip to HersheyPark
- May 10th: Class of 2024 College Athlete Signing Day
- May 13th-May 14th: Senior final exams for those participating in the community involvement program
- May 15th-May 31st: Community Involvement Program
- May 22nd: Senior Awards Ceremony (by invitation)
- May 29th-30th: Senior final exams
- June 3rd-June 7th: please see the schedule below. Mrs. Bhalla will provide additional details to students and parents via email and her canvas page.
- June 7th: Graduation @ 6 pm; Washington Field
Class of 2024 Reminders
Class of 2024 Students and Parents-
Here are some reminders/dates for you to keep in mind as we approach spring break:
Scholarships
- Scholarship deadlines are quickly approaching. Most deadlines are within the next 2-3 weeks. Late applications will not be accepted.
- Scholarship opportunities are posted in Naviance for you.
- Scholarships that have an* before and after the title are for PAHS students only.
To View Scholarships in Naviance:
- Log into naviance (office 365 > clever > Naviance)
- Click on colleges (in the top toolbar) > scholarship search (do not filter from this screen- just view the list that appears)
- Click on the title of the scholarship for more details and to access the application. Most are online applications, but there are some paper applications.
- See document attached to the bottom of this message for screenshots.
Impact Awards
- Nominations are due this Friday, March 22nd.
- If you nominate a staff member you are expected to attend the awards ceremony on May 9, 2024. (The ceremony is for students/staff only).
- Use this FORM to submit your nomination.
- Please see Mr. Smiley or Mr. Rutchauskas with any questions about the Impact Awards.
Community Involvement Program
- Applications are due by the end of the day on April 7th.
- See the document attached to the bottom of this message for more details.
Other Dates To Keep In Mind
- April 12th: deadline to register for senior class trip to Hershey Park. Please check your CLASS OF 2024 canvas page for the registration link. Contact Mr. Smiley or Mr. Rutchauskas with any questions about the senior trip.
- May 1st: Class of 2024 Decision Day (more details will be shared after spring break; this event is for students only.)
- May 3rd: Senior Class Trip- please see Mr. Smiley/Mr. Rutchauskas with any questions about the class trip.
- June 3rd-June 7th: Graduation Week! The schedule for this week will be shared shortly.
Please reach out if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Bhalla, College and Career Counselor (bhallam@pasd.com)
ABOUT US
Phoenixville Area High School
Dr. Rose M. Scioli, Principal
Mr. Justin McAdams, Ass't Principal (class of 2024)
Mr. James Purnell, Ass't Principal Intern (classes of 2027 & 2026)
Miss Marty Walls, Ass't Principal (class of 2025)
Email: sciolir@pasd.com
Website: https://pahs.pasd.com
Location: 1200 Gay Street, Phoenixville, PA, USA
Phone: 484.927.5100