A+ Arts Academy Napoleon
Read It Here First!
4/25/2021 - Almost There!
Hello Families! We thank you all for your flexibility and adapting to all our schedule changes during testing. Congratulations to most of our 7th graders who have completed state testing. I want to commend their efforts! It's been a different year but their efforts while testing were consistent!
8th Graders still have 2 exams to complete. I know they will continue to do an amazing job.
Since testing is not over our schedule will continue to be effected. Please read the details below and follow accordingly. If you have any questions please email Ms. Wisher bwisher@aplusarts.com or Ms. Rishell jrishell@aplusarts.com
This week is WEEK B
8th grade:
Monday and Tuesday - ALL 8th GRADERS are expected to be in the building for testing. PLEASE BRING BLUE CALCULATORS!
** Please remember 8th grade graduation photos will be taken following testing. Please complete this link for the photographer: https://forms.gle/SBavpDrufA5kUiD5A **
Wednesday and Thursday - normal virtual days.
Friday - No School, due to staff PD
7th grade:
Monday and Tuesday - independent posted assignments due to 8th grade testing. 7th Graders completing testing in the buildling.
**Please remember re-enrollment needs to take place now! We want to make sure your scholar still has a seat next school year due to limited spaces. Please complete the following link: https://forms.gle/mYE1bDdtHGTkt4Vv5 **
Wednesday and Thursday - normal virtual days.
Friday - No School, due to staff PD
Testing Reminders:
Test Start Time: 8:30 - scholar's may be dropped off as early as 7:00 AM
Test End Time: 11:30 - scholar's may be picked up at 11:30 or at the end of the day at 2:30 PM
Devices: Please have scholars bring them to school fully charged
Scholars are expected to be in uniforms: black polo, khaki/black pants, any shoes (no slides). Honor Roll scholars can wear their shirts with their choice pants and shoes.
MAP Testing Begins May 10th - Yes, we know there has been a lot of testing. Please know that this final test is more important than ever for your scholar! The scores from MAP testing will communicate individual growth that has taken place during this school year, which will support them in high school.
If you have specific questions about the guidelines we will be following in the building, please click on the letter from our Ohio Regional Director below. As always email or call us with any other questions or concerns.
Please Remember:
** Your scholar can get homework help in our after school program Monday through Friday from 2:45 - 5:00. Information below**
Drum Line Parents: Check out link below to order your scholar's uniform for upcoming performances
Coming Up!
State Testing - Starting week of April 19th - May 3rd
4th Quarter Interims - Wednesday, April 28th
Professional Development Day: April 30th - scholars no school
MAP Testing - Starting May 10th
8th Grade Graduation: Thursday, May 27th
Last Day of School: Thursday, May 27th
Attendance: We are required to monitor your scholar's attendance as we have always done. Attendance is also directly tied to your scholar's success in their classes. Attending ZOOM sessions are a must in order for your scholar to understand how to complete assignments and to receive the support needed to achieve quality grades. Teachers are also available outside of class time to work with scholars. Please take advantage of this!
Grades: Your scholar's 4th Quarter interims will be available online (link to directions below) starting May 30th. If you are having a hard time connecting to see them please email bwisher@aplusarts.com or jrishell@aplusarts.com and we can send them to you. Also remember that your scholar's grades are ALWAYS available, with specifics, through their Google Classroom.
After-School Program: Please register here: http://bit.ly/AplusPLAreadingsignup Parents! Your scholar can get homework help from 2:45 until 4:00 pm everyday Monday through Friday. Email ghigginbotham@aplusarts with any questions you may have.
Help Desk: PLA has a help desk to help meet your technology needs. Please see the link below.
Calendar: Attached you will find the school calendar. We will be sure to communicate other important dates weekly
Drum Line Uniform Order Form
RETURN HYBRID ANNOUNCEMENT - from our Regional Director
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Access Interim/Report Cards Here
Technology Needs and Concerns? (please click below)
Below are a few tips to prevent the devices from low performance, damage, or accidental lost.
Ø Ensure the case remains on the IPad or Chromebook.
Ø Ensure food and drink are not around the device.
Ø Ensure scholars are stationary when using the device.
Ø Monitor data usage on the hotspot.
Ø When lessons have concluded for the day, ensure the scholar places the device in the same location for the next day.
Ø Ensure that your scholar's device is plugged in at the end of the day in order to be fully charged for the next school day.
If you have any questions regarding your scholar’s device, please contact: Harold Reed at hereed@aplusarts.com or 614-725-1305 ext.1001.