IMPORTANT NOTE
Important Dates:
Upcoming Events
January 16th~ Dr. Martin Luther King Day (No School)
February 20th~ President's Day (No School)
April 2nd-6th~ Spring Recess
April 24th~ Staff Only
May 28th~ Memorial Day (No School)
Message from the Principal
ATTENDANCE & ASSESSMENTS
I’d like to thank all of the parents that made sure their children arrived to school daily and on time during the administration of the PSSA Math and Reading components from March 12-23. Your participation was greatly appreciated.
Beginning April 16 through April 20 our students in Grade 5 will participate in the Writing Component of the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA). Students in Grade 4 will take a Science Component beginning April 23 through April 27. The PSSA is the tool used by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to measure student progress towards meeting State academic standards and the goals of the Federal No Child Left Behind Law. Assessments do not end in April. Students in Grades 1-5 will be administered the Predictive Assessment in May (21st-25th).
By now, all parents of students “In Danger of Failing” should’ve received an interim report from the classroom teacher informing you of his/her concerns. Remember, the School District of Philadelphia will not have a summer program this year and all decisions regarding promotion and retention will be made in June at the school level. If you have any questions regarding the interim reports please see the counselor immediately.
Parents will be requested to attend the 3rd Report Card Conference May 2-4. Your participation is critical!
We still have a little over 50% of our students that fall into the basic and below basic category in reading and mathematics.
So, in the little bit of time that we have left, we must remain focused on student learning and achievement. I am certain that everyone will continue to work towards proficiency at all levels and in all academic areas.
This cannot happen without your continuous support. Once again, please make sure your child arrives to school prepared and on time as expected everyday, giving him/her the best opportunity to succeed.
