Principal Palladino

November 17, 2024

Pennell Families,


As we enter the final four days of our fall food drive, we invite all of our Pennell families to join us in making a meaningful impact in our community. Your generous donations will help students and families in need, reinforcing our commitment to fostering a supportive environment for everyone. Together, we can create a wave of kindness that extends beyond our classrooms. Every contribution counts! Share your participation on social media to inspire others and strengthen our connection as a caring community. Let's unite to ensure that every student and family feels valued and supported during this time of gratitude. Thank you for being a vital part of our mission!



Related arts schedule days:

Monday is D

Tuesday is E

Wednesday is F

Thursday is A

Friday is B



Reminder:

Anyone picking up your child at dismissal MUST have the gold card with your family's name on it, or they will be asked to go to the office and produce identification so that we can check it with our system.



Upcoming Dates for your Calendar:


  • 11/25 and 11/26 Fall Conferences (half-days for students)
  • 11/27 Half-day
  • 11/27 Trimester 1 Ends
  • 11/28 and 11/29 School Closed – Holiday
  • 12/3 and 12/4 Holiday Shop
  • 12/6 Reports cards posted
  • 12/9 3rd field trip to the Aquarium
  • 12/12 Winter Concert
  • 12/16 Autistic support field trip to DE Children's Museum
  • 12/19 4th and 5th grades go to SVHS for winter concert assembly


Follow us now on Instagram @PDSD_Pennell

Girls on the Run is Coming Back!

Girls on the Run is coming to Pennell Elementary 3rd-5th graders!  Girls on the Run goes beyond just physical activity — we foster a positive, educational and inclusive environment where every girl feels seen, heard, and valued. If you’re looking for a program that inspires your girl to be her best self, join our team! Our Spring 2025 season begins 2/24/25 and meets Tue/Thur 3:15-4:45PM. 

Online registration opens December 1st - 10th on gortpa.org. Contact info@gotrpa.org with questions.

PARENT TECHNOLOGY TIPS

Parent Tech Tip from our Technology teacher, Ms. Cameron


Kids and Tech: When to Get a Phone

PENNELL PTO CORNER

Our teaching staff all work so hard, especially during conference week! Instead of the "same old" pizza dinner- the PTO will be providing wraps for our teachers during conference evenings. Please consider donating an app/dessert or drink to help them have a better meal for conference nights! Thank you so much!!

Sign-up Genius:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F4CA9A82CAAFE3-53314681-teacher


Pennell’s Holiday Shop will be December 3 & 4! Flyers with shopping envelopes are coming home soon, but schedule is below. We’ll need volunteers for set up, shopping & clean up - sign up here: 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F4CA8AD2EA6FA7-53148045-holiday#/

Our next meeting will be December 10 at 6:30pm. We will have childcare in the gym & a Zoom link will be available. The 5th Grade Committee will NOT meet this month.


Pretzel Friday is Every Friday so remember to tuck $1 into your student's lunch box!


If you took photos at Fall Fest, Book Fair, Homecoming or any upcoming activities, please send them to yearbookpennell@gmail.com


Freddy's Fundraiser Night - January 15, 5 - 9pm

Mark your calendars for January 15 & join us for dinner! Freddy's in Brookhaven will donate 15% of sales that night to the Pennell Outdoor Classroom. Details to come!


Speaking of calendars - the Glow Party has been moved to March 14. Details to come as we get closer - this Pennell-only event is the biggest fundraiser for the 5th Grade & we hope to see everyone there!


Is Disney on Ice part of your family’s winter break plans? Use this link to purchase tickets & help support our 5th Grade! Please share with anyone you think may be interested! https://fevo-enterprise.com/group/Pennell


Details about all our fundraisers & events are always on our website. Make sure to follow our social media on FacebookInstagram & Twitter!

ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB

The Environmental Club is collecting all types of glasses again this year for a recycling project through The Lion's Club. Please send all types of eyewear that you no longer want or need. Students can drop off donations at Room 109, Mrs. Irving's classroom.

SNACK PRICES FROM THE CHARTWELLS

PENNELL 2024-25

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Please take some time this weekend to review the Pennell Handbook. Make sure to review drop off and pick up procedures in addition to birthday snacks and absent procedures.

HANDBOOK

HELPFUL LINKS

Pennell's Website
Report Attendance
24-25 Instructional Calendar
Volunteer Clearance Information
Penn-Delco's Website
Facebook  Youtube  Instagram