Asa Packer News

Please see below for this week's news.

As part of our Leader in Me program we do a yearly survey about our school. We would appreciate your feedback to assist in our future planning.

Leader in Me Survey

1- The Patio Party is only 1 week away! Make sure to get your discounted all-access wristbands at www.AsaPackerPTA.org. The last day to pre-order wristbands is Wednesday 5/10. Wristbands can also be purchased at the Patio Party on Friday 5/12 from 5:00-8:00 PM.

We are still looking for parent volunteers for the Patio Party. Please sign up for one 30 minute slot so that we can have a successful event! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090848aba62ea1f58-parent/14617694#/

Also, please be sure to communicate with your child's room parent(s) about donations to the class basket raffle. You are appreciated!

2- There is currently a tie-dye sale going on with our new spiritwear company 1stplacespieitwear.com Get your tie-dye shirts at the lowest price this season!

3- The PTA is currently looking for volunteers for the Book Fair and the Year End Audit team. Anyone interested in helping please contact asapackerpta@gmail.com

Please remember:

• Please watch your speed.

• Students and parents must use the crosswalk at all times.
• Bus lanes must be kept open at all times.
• Do not block the handicapped spaces.
• Park in the designated parking spaces only and not along the curb.
• Do not park in the lined off “spot” next to the handicapped spaces.
• Walk and get your child (when picking them up early or at dismissal time).
• Do not leave you child(ren) unattended outside the school.

This week's BASD eNews highlighted staff member is from BROUGHAL MIDDLE SCHOOL, student is from LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL, and graduate is from FREEDOM HIGH SCHOOL Class of 2010. Check this and many other exciting events happening in BASD in this week's edition of the BASD eNews May 5, 2023.

Looking for something to do this summer?

Meals on Wheels is looking for summer volunteers in Bethlehem and surrounding areas. For more information see the BASD and Community Events section. Check this event and other super events in our BASD and Community Events.

Reminder: Student Absence excuses may be emailed directly to the address below.

asapackerattendance@basdschools.org

Parents need to complete the COVID google form. Parents can access the COVID google form on our BASD website and then click "The COVID REPORTING TOOL FOR PARENTS"

Once this COVID google form has been completed the district receives a notification. The district will treat that notification as a non-cummulative absence until the 5 day mandatory period is over or if not symptom free at that point, any additional days until they are symptom free and without a fever for 24 hours.

If the student case is not recorded through the Google Form, they are accountable to the procedures outlined in attendance policy #204.

• Cars are not allowed in the bus lane.
• You may park along Kenwood Drive or in designated parking spaces to walk your children to the door.
• Students and parents must use the crosswalks at all times.
• Do not leave your child(ren) unattended outside the school, before or after school hours.
• Follow posted signs. They will be enforced.
• No pets are allowed on school property.

• Send in a written note for any dismissal changes.
• Any last minute dismissal changes after school begins must be communicated to Mrs. Cressman in the office (610-865-0660).
• Do not email or Dojo dismissal changes after 9 a.m.
• If a change occurs during/close to dismissal time, please enter the office to meet your student. Students will not be dismissed verbally at any dismissal door.

Any questions pertaining to transportation should be directed to that particular office. Information regarding district transportation for the 2022-2023 school year will be mailed to your home directly from the Transportation Office shortly. The Transportation Department can be reached at 610-861-0360.

• Teachers will communicate to guardians about their “Quiet hours” procedures.
  
• Teachers will respond to emails/messages within 24 hours during the work week.
• Weekend/holiday messages will be responded to by the end of the next school day.

Email: jchorvath@basdschools.org
Website: https://basdwpweb.beth.k12.pa.us/asapacker/
Location: 1650 Kenwood Drive, Bethlehem, PA, USA
Phone: 610-865-0660
Twitter: @AsaPackerBASD