SLA-MS Advisory Memo
SLA-MS News for the week of March 9th!
What is Advisory Memo?
On the School Calendar!
Friday, March 13th:
- Interim Reports will be sent home by Student(s).
Tuesday, March 17th:
- Pathfinder: Jewish History Museum Trip, Permission Slips are due ASAP! Chaperones are needed!
Thursday, March 19th:
- Cracking the Code Meeting for Parents at 5.30 pm
Coronavirus Updates
Sponsor by HSA “Cracking the Code” on Thursday, March 19 at 5:30 p.m., led by Principal Timothy Boyle.
Has your child ever talked about being bullied or having trouble with another student? Have you gotten a progress note mentioning your child’s behavior and didn’t know what to do? Would you appreciate the opportunity to hear directly from Principal Tim Boyle and key staff about SLA-MS’ expectations/policies about behavior, so that you understand the process and know what steps to follow to address any situation? This something every SLA-MS parent should know, so RSVP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C49AEA92BAAFC1-cracking
Designed for parents/caregivers to explain the school’s Code of Conduct, this special program is a unique opportunity to hear from SLA-MS administration and learn more about SLA-MS’ culture and expectations, particularly around behavior. It’s also a great chance to meet other parents.
SLA-MS is a Place of Learning!
SLA-MS is a place of learning. For students to be successful we need your support with:
- The school day starts at 8:15!! Being on time is essential to students starting their day off right. Students need to have their breakfast completed before 8:15 am!!
- The Breakfast & Lunch menu can be found here!
- Student's cell phones are off during the school day. If you need to reach your student, you can call our main office at (215) 400-8320.
- Students ID: If your student needs an ID replacement, they can pay Ms. Hull $5 during Rover ONLY for a reprint of their ID. Receipts for payment will be given, exact change only.
- Chromebooks - Having a fully charged Chromebook at the beginning of each school day is crucial. It is a student's responsibility to have their Chromebook charged. A fully charged Chromebook should last the entire school day. If your student needs a new charger, there is information on how to order a new one at the following link: https://slams.philasd.org/chromebooks/
- Title 1 Information:
For the Parent and Engagement Policy and the School-Parent Compact 2019- 2020 School Year information is all located in the Main Office.
School Announcements
- The 2019-2020 Parent/Guardian surveys close May 8th! :
The survey is designed to find out what you think about your child's school. We encourage you to take the survey for each of your children! The District-wide Parent & Guardian Survey is open to parents and guardians of students in the Philadelphia public and Charter schools. Parents and guardians can complete the survey by visiting philasd.org/parentsurvey.
- Free Summer Enrichment Camps: July 6th- August 14th, 2020 *Tentative
For more information please contact Ms.Kat and Ms.Sheena at kkushin@sunnriseofphila.org or shneal@philasd.org
- SUNRISE AFTER SCHOOL:
- SLA-MS Drive for Pencils:
- 8th Grade Families: Thursday, June 11th- Move Up Ceremony at the Dornsife Center. More information coming soon.
Sunrise is a free after school program that runs Monday-Friday from 3:20 pm - 5:45 pm. For students and parents interested in learning more about the program, please reach out to kkushin@sunriseofphila.org. All students must submit a complete application and receive confirmation of enrollment before they can start Sunrise After School. Space is limited, so sign up FAST! For applications, go to www.sunriseofphila.org/programs.
SLA- MS needs more pencils! PSSA is approaching and we are preparing! If you will like to donate it will greatly be appreciated.
Thank you to all of the families that have donated! We appreciate it!
Attention 7th Graders and Families:
It’s not too early to start thinking about high school, particularly where you would like to attend. Throughout March, Ms. Christina and Ms. Sharlean will be leading field trips to several high schools in the district and we are inviting you to come along and see some of your options. The sign-up sheets will be posted in the 7th/8th grade hallway and we can take up to 15 students per day. Each day of the visits, we will be gone for the morning as we will be visiting a few high schools per day. Exact dates for each school will be announced later this month. Let Ms. Sharlean or Ms. Christina know if you have any questions!
After School Clubs @ SLA-MS:
Students who join the program will have running practice two days a week after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 until 4:45 and on Saturday mornings at SLAMS. This program is open to students in grades 6, 7, and 8. Students must have a valid physical that clears them to participate in athletics. Students who are interested need to stop by Ms. Londo or Ms. Nakaishi's room to sign up to indicate their interest or for more information about the program.
SLA-MS Reading Olympics Team:
The SLA-MS' Reading Olympics Teams are registered and ready to read! Over the next few months, the teams will meet to read, discuss, and collaborate around great books. In May, we will travel to a nearby university to participate in a city-wide gathering to practice teamwork and reading skills with other schools. Meetings will be held weekly on Mondays from 3.30 pm-4.30 pm.
Feel free to stop by Ms. Grieco's if you have questions. Join the fun!
Anime Club @ SLA- MS:
Anime Club is held every Monday from 3:30-4:30 in room 110 (Mr. G’s room). If you are a fan of anime or just want to learn more about anime, this is the club for you. All are welcomed. You must get signed parental permission to attend, no exceptions. If you are interested, please see Ms. Sharlean for a permission slip.
LIT Lab @ SLA-MS:
Lit Lab is every Tuesday from 3.20 pm- 4.30 pm in Ms.Hilary room (208). For more information, you can contact Ms.Hilary at hhamilton@philasd.org .
This occurs on Wednesdays from 3:30 pm-5:00 pm in Mrs.PH's classroom (Room 204). For more information, you can contact Mrs.PH at ahopkins@philasd.org .
Math Lab @ SLA-MS:
What: An opportunity to practice math
Who: 5th + 6th graders
When: Thursday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 pm
Where: Room 205
How: You must come prepared with a skill, project or assignments that you need help with and Ms. Carter + Ms. Ironside will help you!
Sponsored by SLA-MS Home and School Association
- Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves with SLA-MS:
When: Wednesday, May 6th
Time & Location: 7 pm @ Citizen Bank Park
Cost: $20.00 per ticket
Whats Happening in the Community?!
Call to make an appointment starting March 23rd
Smile Day is free dental care for children 1-18 years old, particularly children who are uninsured, have no dental insurance or haven’t been to the dentist in over 6 months. Children will receive care in dentist’s offices in Delaware, Montgomery & Philadelphia counties from April 6th to April 11th (most schools will be on spring break). For more information click here .
- Math Corps Summer Camp Application is now OPEN! Serving 7th- 11th graders who are currently enrolled in a public or charter school. For more information or to apply please contact mathcorps@drexel.edu .
- SQUASHSMARTS:
SquashSmarts is a free, intensive out-of-school time program changing the lives of Philadelphia’s public school students.
SquashSmarts works with 5th-12th-grade students who are selected based on commitment, effort, and attitude, not athletic or academic ability. Operating out of two facilities, The Lenfest Center and Drexel University, students attend practices three days each week focusing on building complete student-athletes. Students participate in competitive squash opportunities, community service projects.
For more information, go to www.squashsmarts.org, email info@squashsmarts.org, call 215.221.6860, or get a permission slip from Ms. S!
- Stay tuned to School District of Philadelphia's The Notebook for current articles on district happenings.
- The blog for the School Districts Office of Family and Community Engagement can be found with this link.