School Closure Announcements

June 9, 2020

Chromebook and Report Card Updates

Please visit THIS LINK to learn about the latest Chromebook and report card updates for students in the School District of Philadelphia.

Yearbook Update

All yearbooks will be distributed when we return to school.  The plant has been closed down due to Covid 19.  This has delayed shipping.


April 27, 2020

Technology Support Center Schedule Update

Hello School District of Philadelphia families. This is an update about the operating days and hours for our two Technology Support Centers where you can have your child’s District-issued Chromebook serviced or pick up a loaner Chromebook if your child still needs one for learning at home. The centers will remain open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, April 28. However, for the remainder of this week, from Wednesday, April 29th thru Friday May 1st, both support centers will open at 9 a.m. and close at 1 p.m. Then, starting Monday, May 4th, both centers will operate three days a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays only, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The tech support centers are located at the District’s Education Center at 440 N. Broad Street and in the Fitzpatrick Annex Building in the back of Fitzpatrick Elementary at 4101 Chalfont Drive. You can also receive support by calling the Chromebook hotline at 215-400-4444 or by emailing us at FamilyTechSupport@philasd.org. For more information, visit www.philasd.org. Thank you, take care and stay safe.


April 20, 2020

Decatur Teacher Office Hours

CLICK HERE to view the teachers’ office hours schedule.


April 17, 2020

Chromebook News/Support Center Updates

The School District of Philadelphia will loan a Chromebook to every District K-12 student who needs one, to ensure all students have access to digital learning opportunities while schools remain closed long-term due to COVID-19 (coronavirus) response efforts. It will also make digital content available to help students retain, learn and apply skills and strategies with the support of a teacher.

The loaner program is free however all devices must be returned once schools reopen.

Need help with your District-issued Chromebook? Or haven’t picked one up yet?

If you need help getting started or getting familiar with your Chromebook, see the list of helpful How-To documents in the Resources section below.

Starting Monday April 20, if your District-issued Chromebook computer is in need of repair or service, you can drop it off at one of the two Parent & Family Technology Support Centers listed below.

Also, starting Monday April 20 you may pick up a loaner Chromebook at these centers if you did not previously receive one through your child’s school. Parents or guardians must bring some form(s) of identification to help us in verifying their student’s identity. High School students should bring their official School District ID badge.

Both centers will open Monday April 20 and operate Mon-Fri from 9:00 a.m. – 4 p.m., excluding holidays.

Education Center, Philadelphia School District
440 N. Broad Street, 1st Floor Lobby, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Fitzpatrick Annex Building
(rear of Fitzpatrick Elementary School) 4101 Chalfont Drive, Philadelphia PA 19154

Help
We also now offer a dedicated telephone support line (215-400-4444) and email (FamilyTechSupport@philasd.org ) exclusively for parents and students to help you get your District-issued devices up and running, and to address more basic technical issues with broken or malfunctioning computers.

Internet
Information about no-cost or low-cost internet access is available HERE.


April 14, 2020

Medication Pick-up This Week!

Parents/Guardians – If you wish to pick up your child’s medications that are currently in the nurse’s office, curbside pick up will be available THIS WEEK ONLY. You can pick up your child’s medication between 10:00 and 12:00 Wednesday and Thursday. You can also email rbabitt@philasd.org to possibly schedule a different time and day this week if this does not work.


April 6, 2020

Last Day for Chromebook Pick-Up

Anyone who pre-ordered their Chromebook late but did not pick up their device yet must do so tomorrow – Tuesday, April 7th between the hours of 9:00 and 12:00 only.

WiFi Options

Please visit THIS LINK for more information about WiFi options from commercial providers.


April 2, 2020

Chromebook Distribution UPDATE

Distribution of Chromebooks is only for students who preregistered by 5PM Wednesday.


April 1, 2020

CHROMEBOOK DISTRIBUTION BEGINS TOMORROW FOR DECATUR!

This schedule will be strictly adhered to and if your child is the oldest, you will be able to take the younger siblings’ Chromebooks with you on that same day.

The distribution schedule is as follows:

  • Grade 7 and Grade 8      Thursday, April 2nd 9AM to12PM only
  • Grade 5 and Grade 6      Friday, April 3rd 9AM to 12PM only
  • Grade 3 and Grade 4      Monday, April 6th 9AM to 12PM only
  • Grade K,  1, and 2          Tuesday, April 7th 9AM to 12PM only

Please adhere to the distribution directions below:

  • Pull up to the front doors on Academy Road.
  • Stay in your car until the car in front of you pulls away.
  • If walking, do not pass the orange cone.
  • HAVE YOUR ID READY AND BRING  and a bag to carry the device.
  • Bring a pen to sign the “Decatur Student Sign-Out” form.

Decatur Specialists Office Hours

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


March 30, 2020

Chromebook Request

Decatur will be distributing Chromebooks to those families who indicate a need for a device.

  • One device per child will be distributed.
  • Chromebooks will be distributed to only those children who attend Decatur.
  • Pre-register by completing THIS GOOGLE FORM.

Distribution will begin the week of April 13th through April 17th. The schedule for pick up will be coming shortly.

Parents will be required to sign for the Chromebooks upon pick up.

 


March 19, 2020

WHYY Brings the Classroom Home!

WHYY has free resources and activities that can make the day-to-day easier for kids, parents, and teachers! Click on THIS LINK for more information!

 


March 18, 2020

Last Call for Yearbook Orders!

Don’t forget to order your Lifetouch Yearbook! Order online by March 31st. Go to ybpay.lifetouch.com and enter our yearbook code:  11673720  If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Jordan at jmjordan@philasd.org

 


March 17, 2020

7th Grade “Office Hours

THIS LINK provides times when Mrs. Nolan and Mr. McAllister will be logged on to help students on Google Classroom. Please check in and join their discussions. Students may ask questions, connect with one another and make comments (appropriate comments!) about their work. Ms. Sauter will also be working with the teachers to help provide any additional support her students may need. Ms. Compton has asked that students email her directly.

 


March 16, 2020

Imagine Learning

Imagine Learning is now available to use at home with your children. This new website provides resources for parents and educators to access and use Imagine Language & Literacy, Imagine Español, and Imagine Math at home. Please see the IMAGINE LEARNING PARENT LETTER for more information.

 


March 14, 2020

St. Jude’s Math-A-Thon

St. Jude’s Math-A-Thon is still going on. It is until March 29th. You can complete your Math-A-Thon booklet over the next 2 weeks. You can also get online donations using THIS LINK! Email Mrs. Jordan at jmjordan@philasd.org if you have any questions. Thanks so much!!!