Eblast for March 16, 2020
Miami Palmetto Senior High School PTSA

Upcoming Events - ALL EVENTS DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE:
March 16-20: ALL District School Sites Closed- Instructional Continuity Plan/Online Learning
March 23-27: No School (Spring Break)
April 1: PTSA Nominating Committee's 2020-21 Proposed Slate Announced
April 3: Senior Grad Bash
April 7: Girls LAX Chipotle Fundraiser, 5-9 PM
April 10: No School - Teacher Planning Day
April 23: General PTSA Mtg & Elections - 6:30 PM - Palmetto High School
April 24: Prom
April 30: Last Day to Purchase a Yearbook Online
May 6-10: Teacher Appreciation Week
Reminder - After School Pizza Sales Every Tuesday and Thursday - $2 - WILL RESUME WHEN SCHOOL IS BACK IN SESSION
Message from your PTSA President:
We realize there are many questions and concerns during this difficult and unprecedented time. Our community, our country and our world are in unchartered waters. Please be assured that our MDCPS School District, administration, and our PTSA are closely monitoring the situation. We will continue to publish the most up to date information for our families via our e-blasts and social media posts.
 
Because this is a fluid and fast developing situation, please understand that new information will dictate future actions, including any date changes or event cancellations. We promise to get that information out to all of you as soon as we have it. We’ve also included links and information below where you can find answers to most questions; however, we are always available should you have any additional questions or concerns!
 
Please be safe, remember to wash your hands and practice responsible social distancing. This can be difficult when we have independent and social teens but remember this is the reason our schools are closed. Our actions now will impact what happens in the future!
 
Wishing all of you safety, good health, and patience,
 
Gina Vinueza, PTSA President
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Updates:
Information about public school status and preparedness in regard to COVID-19 is  here .
In addition, make sure you are following Miami-Dade County Public School’s social media (see below) for announcements and listening to Connect-Ed phone calls when they are made. Palmetto High PTSA will also continue to give updates as we receive them. 

Miami-Dade Public Schools on Twitter: @MDCPS
Miami-Dade Public Schools on Instagram: miamischools

Need to Contact a Teacher:
If you or your child needs to reach his/her teacher, please email them or log onto the online platform they instructed their students to use during the online learning. Here is where you can find a full staff directory and send emails: https://palmettopanthers.org/apps/staff/
 
Here are some other COVID-19 resources:
Interested in Serving on Palmetto High’s PTSA Board for 2020-2021?
At our last general meeting, attending PTSA members elected the Nominating Committee: Lynn Goldenberg, Amy Jellson, Zalaysha Lowry, Michelle Lipson, and Elyssa Lewis.
Are you interested in serving on the 2020-2021 Board, or do you know someone who would be a great candidate? Per our Bylaws, all Executive Board positions are up for election every year, as we run 1-year terms, with a 2-year limit. In addition, the position of 2nd VP (Education and Programs) and Treasurer are termed out for 2020-2021.
After reviewing the candidates, the Nominating Committee will announce their proposed slate on April 1st. General PTSA members will vote for the 2020-2021 Board at the April 23rd meeting, with floor nominations allowed. Thoughts, questions, concerns, or nominations? Please email elyssalewis@gmail.com , the Nominating Committee Temporary Chair.
2020 Census Info (yes, it’s mandatory and important to participate):
Yearbook News:
ATTENTION PANTHER FAMILY! THERE ARE LESS THAN 100 YEARBOOKS LEFT FOR SALE!
ORDER YOURS TODAY FOR $65 BEFORE THEY ARE OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT.
THE FINAL DATE TO PURCHASE YOUR YEARBOOK ONLINE IS APRIL 30TH, 2020.
THE SALE OF YEARBOOKS ON DISTRIBUTION DAY IS NOT GUARANTEED AND ADDITIONAL YEARBOOKS WILL NOT BE ORDERED.
 
Click here (link to https://www.balfour.com/student-info?smi=15248 ) to purchase yours today!
 
Cordially,
The Palm Echo Staff
Eat Chipotle, Help Girls LAX:
Testing Calendar:
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Thespian Pizza Sales:
Community News:
H ave Something You Want to Share?
If there is something you would like to share in the MPSH weekly e-blast, please email KatieLAbbott@comcast.net by the end of the school day every Friday.
 
Click Here to donate to Miami Palmetto PTSA (thank you!!!)
PTSA Website: palmettohighptsa.org
School Website: palmettopanthers.org
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