Originally delivered on 11/2/2025 7:00 pm

SUBJECT: PAS ePony Week of Nov. 2

Penn Alexander School

Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander University of Pennsylvania Partnership School

PAS ePony November 2, 2025
Message from the Principal

Dear PAS Families,


Please read this important Call for Support for our families impacted by the freezing of SNAP benefits, funds families no longer have to buy food.  PAS families are poised to lose approximately $90,000 a month in food support.  Our community at Penn Alexander has a big opportunity to support each other through this period. 


We can't do it all, but we can do a lot - and in combination with food drives across the city, we can help PAS kids and families not go hungry in this crucial moment.


We are excited to have Son Revoltura tomorrow at PAS  for two student assemblies.  The group will perform Mexican folk music, talk about the history of folk music in Mexico and the Día de Muertos as well as lead the students through some dances.  


We will also enjoy sweet bread, known as pan dulce, a traditional and beloved treat in many parts of the Latinx community.  It is often enjoyed daily for breakfast or snacks and plays a role in many celebrations, such as the holiday bread pan de muerto for Dia de los Muertos.


Science Fair boards for 4th and 5th grade are available for purchase in the office for $5. cash only.


If you missed last week's Coffee With The Principal, please review the  slidedeck, including good news on our academic performance as well as this year's goals.. 

Sincerely,

Principal Overton

Week at a Glance
Monday, November 3
5GR Trip
Girls Volleyball Match @ TPS
8GR Trip
7:30a Informational meeting for interested CAST & CREW 6-8GR members
8:40a Chat & Chew with Pulak Ahmed (Bengali BCA)
Tuesday, November 4
Election Day; Schools Closed for Students/Staff
Wednesday, November 5
7GR Trip
KGR Trip
7:30a All-City Choir Practice (click on link to see each choir's schedule)
Friday, November 7
5GR Trip
Upcoming PAS Events
  • Monday, November 10: Staff Breakfast hosted by 6th grade families. Sign up to bring in something HERE.
  • Tuesday, November 11: School Closed for Veterans' Day.
  • Wednesday, November 12: Picture Day. Order forms were sent home with your children.
  • Monday, November 17: SAC Meeting.
  • Wednesday, December 10: Science Fair. Judges needed! Sign up HERE.
  • Tuesday, December 16: Winter Concert.
Reminders & Resources
Don't Forget!
  • Friday, November 14 is the deadline to contribute food and toiletries to the Harvest Food Drive.
  • Penn Employees: please donate to the HSA through Penn's Way through November 21, and Penn will match your donation! If you donate through Penn's Way, a Donor Advised Fund, a Family Foundation, or other corporation match program, please use THIS FORM to let the HSA know and have your donation get counted towards our goal.
From SAC...

SAC Secretary Needed!

The PAS School Advisory Council (SAC) is looking for a parent representative to serve as SAC Secretary who can commit to attending meetings for the remainder of the '25-'26 school year. This is a great opportunity for a parent who wants to be more involved with the academic and institutional side of PAS.

The role includes taking notes and attendance at monthly SAC meetings and updating two SAC websites. Beyond that, you can bring what you want to SAC: ideas for school improvement, student achievement, and parent & family engagement.

Interested or have questions? Please email current SAC Secretary Liz Wing. More details HERE.

Specialist Corner

Please visit each Specialty Program web page to learn more:

Resources
facebook
instagram
Community at Large

The programs listed below have either shared fliers with the school or are within a few blocks of Penn Alexander. NOTE: These programs are not affiliated with Penn Alexander; as such, families should evaluate each program to ensure it is the right fit for their family.

Upcoming Community Events

  • 💻Get Free High Speed Internet – If you live in Haddington, Walnut Hill, Haverford North, West Powelton, or University City, you may be eligible to receive free 5G/broadband service for two years, a free laptop, modem, and digital training.
  • Help shape the future of Shop Penn for new stores in the neighborhood. Penn Facilities and Real Estate Services is seeking input on shopping and dining preferences around its campus. Community members are invited to complete a 15 minute survey about their retail experiences for a chance to win a $100 Visa gift card. Take the survey HERE.

Afterschool Programming

  • Made Institute - fashion and sewing. New afterschool sessions start in November.
  • Arts League - art. New sessions for adults start in November. Space still available for afterschool care as well.

FREE Youth Opportunities 


See Additional Afterschool and Free Programming Options HERE.

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