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Focus on FACE Newsletter
April 2025
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Kindergarten Registration for the 2025-2026 School year is now open. Students must by 5 years of age on or before September 1st to start Kindergarten. If your student is younger, consider one of the many Pre-K options, which is also open for enrollment. You can register:
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Online using the online registration portal
- In-person at your catchment (neighborhood) school
- In-person at the School District of Philadelphia Office of Student Enrollment & Placement - 440 N. Broad St. | 1st Floor, Suite 111
| | Your voice matters! The School District of Philadelphia invites parents, guardians, and caregivers to join the Superintendent's Parent/Guardian Advisory Council (PGAC). This council provides a direct link to the Superintendent, allowing you to share feedback and discuss crucial school experiences. Monthly meetings will focus on uplifting successes and presenting concerns, shaping District initiatives like Accelerate Philly. PGAC members will champion family engagement, sharing vital information and best practices within their communities. Don't miss this chance to directly impact your child's education; apply before April 11th. Your participation will make a difference! | | | | | Join the School District of Philadelphia's Family Feedback Session on our ESSA federal funding application! Learn how these funds support your child's education and share your valuable input. Your feedback will directly impact next year's planning. Tuesday at 10:00 AM on Zoom. Spanish interpretation and a chance to win a $25 gift card! Register now to make your voice heard! | | The School District of Philadelphia invites all families to participate in our Annual Code of Conduct Feedback Session. This is your opportunity to provide valuable input on the rules and expectations that guide our students. Join us on April 24th at 4:00 PM. Register here or you can also share your feedback via a short survey. | | | FACE Liaisons Joy McIntosh and Rasheeda Polk traveled to Omaha, Nebraska last week with staff from Read by 4th, a program out of the Free Library of Philadelphia. Joy and Rasheeda presented about the Parent Workshop on Early Reading Skills, a family workshop co-developed by Read by 4th, the District, and other partners. The workshop helps families learn about how children learn to read and ways they can support early literacy at home. FACE Liaisons have been trained to provide this popular workshop at District schools around the City, which has been delivered dozens of times this year alone. Congratulations to Joy and Rasheeda and thank you to Read by 4th for their continued partnership! | | W.D. Kelley Elementary School recently hosted a successful Family Literacy Night, led by FACE Liaison Rasheeda Polk. The "Scholastic: Spotlight on Reading" workshop provided families with practical strategies and engaging activities to boost literacy at home, demonstrating how interactive read-alouds can make reading time magical. Parents enjoyed learning expert tips and accessing valuable resources to support their children's learning, all while sharing a meal and building community. Rasheeda's dedication and passion made the evening a memorable and impactful experience for all attendees. | | | COMMUNITY PARTNER MESSAGES | | Are you a community partner interested in sharing resources? Click here to let us know! | | The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is hosting a special JR. YOUTH SUMMIT on Tuesday, May 13th, 2025 from 10 AM - 1 PM. This event is designed to inspire 7th and 8th graders interested in healthcare careers. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from BIPOC professionals, learn about their journeys, and discover the possibilities within the field. Scan the QR code on the flyer or register here to sign up! Don't miss this chance to spark your passion and see what's possible! | |  | Join the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Center for Health Equity for a special outdoor event on Sunday, May 4th, 2025 from 11 AM - 1 PM at the Community of Compassion (6150 Cedar Ave, Phila, PA 19143). Learn about asthma and allergy resources, receive free asthma home kits, get home repair program information, ask an allergist and dermatologist questions, and even get free fresh produce! Plus, enjoy lunch on us! This event offers valuable services and support for all families. Don't miss out! | | | | | |
We are excited to invite you to the upcoming "Leveling Up – Never Too Late to Learn" event, hosted by Anderson Elementary on Saturday, April 5th, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM at 1034 S 60th St, Philadelphia, PA 19143.
This event is designed to empower individuals ages 16 and up with resources and support in:
✅College & Career Readiness
✅ Financial Literacy & Wealth Building
✅ Parenting & Family Support
In addition to engaging discussions and learning opportunities, there will be food, music, and raffles to make the day even more enjoyable!
| | Join the Philadelphia Sheriff's Office for the 3rd Annual Autism & Neurodiversity Resource Fair & Family Fun Day! Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Center (4200 Wissahickon Avenue). Enjoy a day filled with valuable resources, engaging activities like a moon bounce and face painting, and a free food distribution starting at 11:00 AM. Learn from informative sessions, panel discussions, and explore resource tables. Don't miss this opportunity for family fun and community support! | | | | | Need help with your utility bills? Want to access valuable community resources? Join us at our Utility and Resource Fair on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at 4701 Lancaster Ave, Phila, PA 19131. At this event, you can apply for water, gas, and electric bill assistance and access City, State, Health, and financial resources all in one place. Don't miss this opportunity to get the support you need! Register here and find out what documents you will need! | | The City of Philadelphia launched the BenePhilly Helpline at Clarifi to simplify access to public benefits like SNAP and LIHEAP. The free hotline connects residents to five BenePhilly Centers citywide, streamlining intake and referrals. This initiative, by the Mayor's Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity (CEO) and Clarifi, aims to address unclaimed benefits and improve access for vulnerable Philadelphians, especially after the closure of Benefits Data Trust. For more information or help with accessing public benefits, call the Helpline at 1-800-994-5537. | | | Celebrate good neighbors with WHYY and Franklin Square on Saturday, April 12th, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.! Meet local firefighters, see Daniel Tiger & Katerina Kittycat, and enjoy carousel rides. Spread community spirit by donating gently used books and discover valuable local family resources. This free event offers goodie bags and free carousel rides for registered guests. Join us at Franklin Square, 200 N 6th St., for a day of fun and learning! | | | Join us for the Read to Grow: Historic Fair Hill Reading Promise Festival on Saturday, April 26th, from 12 PM to 3 PM! Enjoy free books, storytelling, literacy games, poet-tree fun, and even meet the Philly Goat Project! There will be resource tables and much more. Don't miss this exciting community event at 2901 Germantown Ave (between Cambria & Indiana). Visit our website for more information. | | | FACE is now offering virtual "Educator Office Hours" every Tuesday at 3:00 PM. These live Q&A sessions provide an opportunity to discuss event planning, community engagement, and building stronger family-school partnerships. | | | | Want to receive regular direct updates from the FACE Office? Focus on FACE comes out on a monthly basis. But if you're interested in receiving regular updates from the FACE Office about programs, events, conferences, and more, sign up for our email updates! | | | | |
