Mrs. Christa Palladino, Principal

March 10, 2024

Pennell Families,


Tomorrow marks the first day of the last trimester. We still have much to learn and do over the next thirteen weeks as we round out another incredible school year. We have two full weeks of high quality instruction and intervention until everyone gets to have a well-deserved spring break. When we return, we will have a few weeks to get ready for PSSAs, which will be quickly followed by all of our favorite end of the year activities and celebrations. Keep watch for information from your child's teacher for all upcoming events.


5th Grade Human Growth and Development Lesson:

On Friday, 3/22, all 5th graders at Pennell will take part in a Human Growth and Development Lesson with either Mr. Lutteroty or Nurse White. You may preview the video for the lesson using this link. https://www.pdsd.org/Page/9947 If you would like to opt out your student from this lesson, send an email to the school nurse (kristawhite@pdsd.org) by 3/21.


Classroom Assistants Needed:

Pennell is in need of a few classroom assistants for our programs. If you or anyone you know is interested in applying, please go to the district webpage and use the link for available positions on the human resources page.


Early Dismissals:

Whenever possible, please let the teacher and the office know in advance for any planned early dismissals. The more we know, the better we may prepare and make sure your child is ready to go at the time that you need them. Note: Once our dismissal procedures have begun, it is difficult to locate specific children as they make their way to their assigned locations. If you need your child for an early dismissal, please do so before 3:15 for the smoothest results.


Pick-up and Drop-off:

Thank you for you for honoring the bus lane by going around the building before and after school. Please also avoid the front drive from the other side of the building during these times as well. All cars should park in the lot adjacent to the playground. The front drive is One-Way only with a Do Not Enter sign; therefore, the parking spots out front may not be accessed during drop-off and pick-up.


Important Reminders:

  • Please do not allow items to come into school from home.
  • No personal electronic devices permitted at school during school hours.
  • Students need their lanyards w/ ID card for breakfast.
  • Adults need blue name card for pick-up.

Upcoming Dates for your Calendar


  • 3/11 3rd Trimester begins
  • 3/13 Pennell Pride Day - wear your Pennell shirts
  • 3/15 Report Cards posted
  • 3/19 5th Grade Parent Night @ NMS 6:30-7:30
  • 3/21 Rock Your Socks
  • 3/23-4/1 Spring Break
  • 4/5 Variety Show
  • 4/23 No School for students - Primary Day - Teacher In-service
  • 4/22-5/3 PSSA testing window - no vacations approved for 3rd-5th
  • 5/13 5th Grade visit to NMS


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READ ACROSS AMERICA SPIRIT WEEK

Thank you, Mrs. O'Kane for supporting our Penguins at the PMEA Elementary Chorus Fest on Friday! We are so #penndelcoproud of our song birds.

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

FOR NEXT YEAR OPEN NOW

5TH GRADE PARENT NIGHT AT

NORTHLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL 3/19/24

KIDS HEART CHALLENGE

Thank you for your support. Pennell raised $16,850.00 for the American Heart Association!

ROCK YOUR SOCKS 2024

FRANKLIN MINT CREDIT UNION

taught our first graders about financial literacy through story telling with the Berenstain Bears

PENNELL PTO CORNER

The March PTO Meeting will be Tuesday 3/12 at 6:30 in the library (childcare will be available) & on Zoom. The 5th Grade Committee will meet at 6pm. Please come out & help us with all the fun we have left to plan this year!

 

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4864630334?pwd=QnVROGl3TE1pangrK1hzL1NCcUZnUT09&omn=82171871198

Meeting ID: 486 463 0334

Passcode: 7TPRTK 

 

Pretzel Sales continue every Friday at lunch. Remember your $1. Big thanks to the loyal volunteers who help each week - if you're a 5th grade parent who would like to help, let us know!

 

5th Grade Families, please join the Facebook group or email pennell5thgrade@gmail.com to stay up to date & help us plan our end of the year celebrations. We need your help

 

Upcoming Events

4/5 Variety Show at Northley Middle School

4/20 Phillies Game

5/14 - 5/16 Book Fair

5/13 - 5/17 Teacher Appreciation Week *new dates*

IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR - GET YOUR ORDERS IN!

Go to pdsd.org/dentist for registration forms and information

HELPFUL LINKS

Report Attendance
23-24 Instructional Calendar
Volunteer Clearance Information
Pennell's Website
Penn-Delco's Website
Power Kids Library
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