PLA Virtual News
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy
"Bytes" From Your School Leader, Dr. Townsend
December 15, 2023
Greetings Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy Families,
Happy Friday! We achieved Week 19 at PLA Virtual! We have just one week (4 scholar days/5 staff days) remaining before the end of the semester and we are cheering our scholars onward and upward to finish STRONG! Is it just me, or has the ever-changing weather and minimal winter weather conditions makes it hard to believe its December and time for Winter Break?!?!
We are 75% complete with Final Exams for our High School Scholars and we know they will continue to do very well. Please be sure your scholar is getting some additional rest next week and eating a solid meal before testing as we finish finals this upcoming Monday. Grades for ALL scholars are due Wednesday, December 20, 2023, so please be sure your scholar is in class every day next week and completing all end of semester assignments before the grading period closes.
Dr. Townsend and Mrs. Maxwell were able to witness exemplary scholar work in Mrs. Scherger's ELA class as scholars completed their end of year Dystopia projects. Scholars were prepared, modeled teamwork with their groups, developed high level presentations including rich vocabulary and dynamic graphics. Scholars delivered their presentations to the entire class using their mics and spoke with great clarity, tone and inflections.
We are excited for the Elementary Winter Concert and Secondary Awards this upcoming week. Please be sure to check your grade level newsletters for more information to ensure you are at the right place at the right time. These are events you definitely do not want to miss!
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We look forward to seeing your scholar(s) on Monday, December 11, 2023 at 8:35am for Week 20 at PLA Virtual!
Have a fun and safe weekend!
With Gratitude,
Dr. Townsend, Principal
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Thank you once again for being an integral part of our school family. We look forward to hearing your thoughts and insights through your Google Review.
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Presenting to Some and Introducing to Others...
Our Very Own Amazing Elementary Teacher, Mrs. Molly Kelley!
Energy Assistance Programs: During the colder months of winter, energy bills can skyrocket for low-income families . The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible households pay for heating and cooling costs, providing a little bit of financial relief during the holiday season.
Online Resources: There are also numerous online resources available that can help connect individuals and families in need with potential donors or organizations offering assistance during the holiday season. Some popular websites include 211.org, Feeding America's Food Bank Locator, and Needhelppayingbills.com.
Still need Assistance??
Roaring Fire Ministries Indianapolis:
The Ross Foundation is hosting their 9th annual toy giveaway Saturday, Dec. 16th at the Boys & Girls Club, 3870 N. Post Road, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Toys will be given on a first come-first served basis.
K-6 SPIRIT WEEK DRESS-UP DAYS
Need a meeting with Mrs. Moses? Book one here!
Seniors!!!
The deadline to order caps and gowns is on Sunday, December 17, 2023.
Mrs. Moses is reviewing credits and contacting parents/guardians who need student conferences as we go into Spring semester. Please check your email and be on the lookout for communication from her.
Great job this semester! See you next year!
Tech Support @PLA Virtual
UPCOMING SCHOOL EVENTS
First Monday of the Month @4:00pm in Mrs. Myers Room
Special Additional Holiday Viewing this MONTH!
Email Mrs. Myers (Grades 7-12 ONLY) for viewing Link!
MMyers@phalenacademies.org
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2023-2024 School Events
Movie Night with Mrs. Myers at 4:00pm
Monday, December 4, 2023
Monday, December 18, 2023
High School Final Exams
History and ALL EdOptions Courses
Friday, December 8, 2023
ELA
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Math
Friday, December 15, 2023
Science
Monday, December 18, 2023
Secondary Awards Ceremony
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
9:00am
Additional information to be announced by Ms. Hershey
Quarter 2/Semester 1 Ends
Thursday, December 21, 2023
All grades due by Wednesday, December 20, 2023 @ 4pm EST
Staff Professional Development (No School for Scholars)
Friday, December 22, 2023
Winter Break (School Closed for Scholars, Teachers and Staff)
December 25, 2023-January 5, 2024
Quarter 3/Semester 2 Begins
Monday, January 8, 2024
Semester 1 Report Cards Available Upon Request
Friday, January 12, 2024
All families can view Semester 1 final grades using the PowerSchool Parent Portal
Semester 1 report cards will not be mailed home, unless requested by the parent
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Holiday (School Closed for Scholars, Teachers and Staff)
Monday, January 15, 2024
Staff Professional Development (No School for Scholars)
Friday, February 2, 2024
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Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy (PLA Virtual) is a tuition-free online learning academy for Indiana families in grades K-12. We are backed by an accredited university to help empower our scholars and families to accelerate academic success with high-quality curriculum taught in their own environment. We use technology to provide interactive and rigorous online classes that allow our scholars to learn and thrive. Our scholars excel not just in academics, but also socially and emotionally with a blend of online coursework and options to engage in sports and enrichment at a local PLA campus.
Email: ttownsend@phalenacademies.org
Website: PLAVirtual.org
Location: Indiana, USA
Phone: 317.939.3787
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