Sadie Alexander Birthday
1/2/2026 8:30 am
Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander Birthday Celebration
Friday, January 9
Bake a batch of cupcakes for the students' celebration of Sadie Alexander's birthday! Drop them off in the main office on the morning of January 9 or give to your child's teacher at drop off.
To learn more about our namesake, check out these links:
"Who's That Lady?" video created by PAS students in 2008
Short Bio on PAS website
Longer Bio from University of Pennsylvania Archives
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Winter Concert
12/16/2025 6:00 pm
Come to the Winter Concert
Tuesday, December 16: 6:30 PM
Doors open at 6:00 PM
Location: Gym, enter from the Blacktop
Penn Alexander's much-loved annual winter concert will feature string, wind, and vocal students performing a range of repertoire. Volunteers are needed to help hand out programs, hold doors, sell and take tickets, usher, etc. All volunteers receive 2 free tickets! Also, Mrs. Zimmer is looking for a drummer. If you might be free and interested, please contact her.
Tickets are $5 for adults and free for children/students, but tickets are required for all (except performers) and will likely sell out. The deadline for advance purchase is Friday, December 12. All students must be accompanied by an adult.
Read MoreSchool Advisory Council
12/15/2025 3:45 pm
School Advisory Council Meeting
Monday, December 15 at 3:45 PM
Location: PAS Library
School Advisory Council (SAC) meets once a month and is a forum for discussion and collaboration with the PAS administration on school-based decision making with a focus on student achievement, school improvement, effective teaching, and parent and community engagement, communication, and support. Meetings are typically held on the third Monday of the month and are open to everyone in the school community. To learn more about Penn Alexander’s SAC and review a list of SAC members, please visit the SAC website.
Coffee with the Principal
12/11/2025 7:00 pm
Coffee with the Principal
Thursday, December 11 at 7:00 PM: Virtual Only
About once a month Principal Overton hosts a meeting in the cafeteria. In these sessions, Dr. Overton shares valuable information and answers any questions parents may have.
Join Zoom Meeting HERE
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Equity Circle Family Workshop
12/10/2025 5:30 pm
Family Workshop featuring Caroline Hill
Wednesday, December 10, 5:30-7:00 PM
All are welcome to attend an Equity Circle Family Workshop. The focus will be on building community at PAS across our differences. This workshop is made possible through HSA funding, thanks to parent donations. Dinner and childcare will be provided.
Read MorePicture Day
11/12/2025 9:00 am
Picture Day Is Coming!
Wednesday, November 12
Retake Day: December 11
Wear School Uniform
Volunteers Needed: 10:30 AM-12:00 PM & 12:00-1:30 PM. Volunteers will receive a voucher for a FREE basic package from Lifetouch Pictures. (See Dr. Kreidle first before ordering.) Help students line up, comb hair, straighten collars, and provide general assistance to ensure Picture Day goes smoothly.
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Pancake Breakfast
1/24/2025 8:30 am
Enjoy Pancake Breakfast!
Saturday, January 24
Seatings at 8:00, 8:30, 9:00, 9:30, and 10:00 AM
Location: PAS Lunchroom (enter from Blacktop)
Join us for a homemade, all-you-can-eat family breakfast. Come and marvel at the talented teachers in tall hats, scampering student servers, and our executive chef, Ms. Overton! Volunteer shifts are available before, during, and after the event. All volunteers receive 2 free tickets! You can also help by donating much-needed supplies by Friday, January 16.
Early bird ticket pricing, through Thursday, January 22:
$10 for adults and high school students; $5 for children age 3 through middle school.
Day of event walk ins are welcome for a flat fee of $12 per person.
Supply Donation Form Coming Soon
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