Penn Alexander School

Fifth-grader Tommy Van Dean to Appear in OLIVER! at the Walnut Street Theatre

Posted November 18, 2009 - 10:05pm

Penn Alexander fifth-grader Tommy Van Dean will be performing in the Walnut Street Theatre's holiday producation of OLIVER!, opening November 18 and running until January 10, 2010.

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HSA Meeting and Potluck

1,620 Days: A Journey Through Penn Alexander School.

We are pleased to welcome former PAS students and current parents and teachers to talk about the nine-year life of a student at Penn Alexander. Come hear what you can expect to academics, culture, social life and community as your child learns and grows at PAS.

Be a part of PAS history by sharing your experiences with us.

Please join us in the school cafeteria for the November HSA meeting. Babysitting wil be provided.

Date:

November 19, 2009 - 5:30pm - 7:00pm

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Annual Harvest Food Drive 2009

Posted November 9, 2009 - 9:18pm

The 8th Annual Harvest Food Drive to help the homeless is here. Ends November 20th. We need large canned foods.

Please have your child bring the canned food needed to their classroom. Your child will sign the log with their teacher noting your family's donation.

A table will be on display outside of the office for all canned food donations.

This is our way of teaching students to give back to their community. Thank you for your support.

Support Penn Alexander with Sally Foster

Posted October 13, 2009 - 10:19pm

It’s time for the popular Sally Foster® fundraiser!

We’re raising money for the PAS Home and School Association's General Fund that supports a variety of PAS needs. In the past, the HSA General Fund has paid for new color printers for the school, supported the school musical and purchased playground equipment.

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Penn Alexander Gear is Here

Posted October 13, 2009 - 9:46pm

Pick-up is Thursday, October 15th, 3-4pm.

If you pre-ordered Penn Alexander shirts, you may pick up your order immediately after school in the cafeteria.

If you did not pre-order, there will be items available for purchase on Thursday.

You will also be able to pick up gear during the HSA meeting on Thursday evening.

All items not picked up will be sent home with your child on Friday, October 16.

Post Your PAS-related Announcements

Posted September 21, 2009 - 8:39pm

Community organizations with announcements or events of interest to Penn Alexander students, staff, or parents are welcome to post announcements on our community forum. Types of organizations or events that are appropriate are:

Exhibits
Classes
Community meetings
Interest groups
Fundraisers for community organizations

Post an announcement by visiting the Community forum.

Free Breakfast Available to All Students

Posted September 17, 2009 - 8:49pm

All Penn Alexander students can eat breakfast for free beginning Tuesday, September 29th.

Breakfast begins at 8 am. Breakfast is over at 8:20 am. Students must move into the yard at 8:20 am.

Students cannot enter the lunchroom for breakfast at 8:15 am and expect to eat. Please be on time.

2009-10 Philadelphia Public Schools Calendar

Posted August 27, 2009 - 10:32pm

Calendar is subject to change by the School District of Philadelphia, including early dismissal dates.

Please check Pony Express for updates.

File:

2009-2010 Calendar.pdf

Art Program Update August 2009

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Dear Parents,

This fall will mark our third year supporting the parent and community led art program at Penn Alexander. The Home and School Association and Art Committee are committed to continue to build and enhance the art program again this year.

Parent and foundation financial support have been key to making this possible.

We have some exciting plans for the 2009-2010 school year, but first we’d like to give you a recap of the highlights from last year.

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Show Your School Spirit! Penn Alexander Clothing Now Available

Posted August 18, 2009 - 11:22pm

Penn Alexander clothing is now available. Pre-order online. Items can be picked up at the school or sent home with your child. We're currently targeting the last week of September for delivery. View our full clothing product line and order online.