Elections
4/7/2025 8:30 am
Join the HSA Board
Deepen your commitment and make a huge impact at PAS
Time commitment: approx. 2-4 hours per week
The HSA will have several open board positions next year, and we are looking for a few interested candidates. This week we are featuring the roles of President and Vice President.
The President is the leader of the HSA and guides the organization towards its mission of helping maintain, empower, and further enhance Penn Alexander School in order to provide the best possible learning environment for our children. This position schedules and runs general member and executive board meetings and sets agendas. With the Treasurer, the President has the power to sign checks and manage HSA funds and sets a yearly budget. The President of the HSA is also a required member of SAC and is the PHSC liaison.
The Vice President is required to fill in for the President when the President is unable to perform their duties and is in charge of the Bylaws. This position is responsible for engaging with parents, faculty, and staff to ensure everyone feels welcome, engaged, and appreciated. This position also runs the HSA elections process and helps plan general member meetings. The Vice President manages the Teacher & Staff Appreciation Working Group and the Nominations Working Group.
Sort of intrigued, but need something with less commitment? View available job descriptions HERE.
Board positions can be split between two people. New board members will be voted on/announced at the May 23 HSA meeting, and the two-year term begins July 1.
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Contact Elected Officials
4/4/2025 8:30 am
How to Contact Elected Officials
Want to Take Action but Aren't Sure Where To Start?
There are many federal, state, and local policies that have a direct impact on our school community. Just as we are encouraged to share our stories within the PAS community, we should also share our stories with our elected officials – to let them know how their policies impact our families and our communities, and to advocate for the issues that matter most to us.
The PAS Equity Circle has put together a guide to help you get in touch with your representatives. This guide is not intended to tell you what to say, but simply to give you the tools to have your voice heard.
Click Read More for resources, links, and tips for contacting your elected officials.
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School Gear
4/1/2025 2:00 pm
School Gear Manager Needed
Plus School Gear for Sale!
The HSA is looking for someone to manage school gear. T-shirts and school branded merchandise get ordered a few times a year, starting over the summer. The manager also manages inventory and determines when to sell gear throughout the school year. Fill out the Volunteer Interest Form if interested in learning more.
PURCHASE GEAR HERE
The HSA is currently selling sweatpants (NEW!), short sleeve T-shirts, long sleeve shirts, hoodie sweatshirts, and hats.
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School District Survey
4/1/2025 12:00 pm
Take the Philly School Experience Survey
Speak up as your child's biggest champion!
Time commitment: 5-10 minutes
Complete the Philly School Experience Survey (PSES), the annual survey for all Philly public school parents and guardians.
Available in 12 languages. Complete the survey online and enter to win a $25 gift card. Plus any class with 80% family survey completion will earn a free recess. Any class that gets 100% family response will earn free recess and water ice party!
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Career Day
3/3/2025 12:00 pm
Career Day
Tuesday, June 3
Come to PAS and Share About your Job!
LOWER SCHOOL (K-5)
Please fill out THIS FORM by May 23 to sign up to present to your child's classroom on Career Day from 8:30-9:00 AM. The goal is for each class to have three caregivers come in during Morning Meeting to discuss your important role in the community.
UPPER SCHOOL (6-8)
Please fill out THIS FORM by May 23 to sign up to give a 20-minute presentation to two classes of approximately 25 students on Career Day.
Session 1: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Session 2: 1:30-3:00 PM
Also happening on June 3 is the Middle Grades Financial Reality Fair. Middle school parent volunteers are needed for that event as well! Sign up HERE.
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Working Groups
8/20/2024 1:00 am
Join a Working Group
Short-Term, Huge Impact!
Time Commitment: approx. 2 - 10 hours per project
The HSA needs help with many projects that benefit our students! Working Groups (Committees) Include:
- 5K
- Beautification (NEW!)
- Book Fair
- Events
- Finance
- Fundraising
- Nominating
- Teacher Appreciation
If you are interested, please log in and contact HSA Vice President Cynthia Sung or fill out the Volunteer Interest Form:
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8/1/2024 4:00 pm
Interested in Helping with an Upcoming Event?
Short-Term, Super Helpful!
1 - 4 Hour Shifts Usually Available
Have a few hours to spare to help make the next event a smooth success? We'd love your help!
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5/1/2024 12:00 pm
Purchase a Yearbook
Don't Miss a Single Moment!
Sixty-four full color pages featuring every class - both candids and composites - along with highlights of the year.
Please note that 8th graders are being gifted a yearbook, and do not need to purchase one.
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Safety Concerns
7/1/2023 1:00 am
Be a Safer Neighbor
Everyone's Actions Matter; NO Double Parking!
In an effort to reduce accidents, to ensure emergency vehicle access, and to allow teachers and children safe entry and egress, please take a minute to click MORE to see how your actions can make a difference in keeping everyone safe.
Please make sure to NEVER double park or block bike lanes. Use Locust or Spruce Streets for short term parking.
Also, as a reminder, dogs are not allowed at PAS.
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4/22/2023 10:19 am
Adopt-the-Garden During the Summer!
Do you enjoy gardening? Will your kids miss PAS over the summer? Do you like free produce? If so, sign up HERE to care for the Penn Alexander School Garden for a week over the summer.
Interested in supporting the PAS garden? You are welcome to make a donation HERE!
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