Stem Magnet Academy of PC
August 2024

SMA Reminders
- Classes begin at 8:10. Students arriving after 8:10 must be accompanied by an adult and checked in at the office as a tardy. Parents have 3 days upon the date of return to get excuses turned in. Only doctor's notes are excused absences. Students are still responsible for making up any missed work. Maximum unexcused absences including early checkouts and tardies is 13 for the year.
- Cell phones (and electronics) are not allowed on campus by students ordered by LA state law. The bus is an extension of the school so the same rules apply.
- Participating in each 9 weeks PBIS will require no referrals. Please be on your best behavior so that you can enjoy this day!
- Hoods on jackets, sweatshirts & shirts are not allowed. Hooded coats are allowed on announced inclement weather days.
- Leggings can only be worn under skirts, dresses, or shorts.
- Shorts/skirts should be knee length.
- On free dress days when jeans with rips are worn, skin must not show.
- Seniors leaving early must sign out by the office lobby and exit the main school entrance only.
- Middle school/high school students should take care of restroom needs during transitions and lunch break to preserve educational time in class.
- Only clear water bottles allowed containing water. Liquids other than water make a mess when spilled in class/on buses. Stanley cups are not allowed.
- Please ensure that you have your notifications set on the pcpsb app to get notifications especially inclement weather days.
- Students at every grade level should read nightly for Read N Quiz points!
Gym Renovations: New Bleachers, New Floor in Lobby & Paint!
Shout-out to our Beta Club for being recognized as a National Beta School of Merit!
This prestigious honor, awarded by the National Beta Club, is given to schools that demonstrate a strong commitment to academic excellence. The award highlights the school’s dedication to fostering leadership, character, and service among its students.
LHS Volleyball Visits LSU!
Special thanks goes to Ms. Margie Schexnayder (mom of Coach Ally) bought these tickets for our volleyball team! Getting to meet a college team is such a wonderful experience and it was the perfect way to start our season!
Mrs. Becky's 4th Graders
On the first day of school, 4th graders read First Day Jitters and enjoyed a cup of jitter juice
High School Art Class
The high school Art I and Art II class received new supplies through parent donations and the art auction from last year. Today students enjoyed using the new color pencils.
Mrs. Chonnon's 4-C First Day Pic!
Publications Classes
The publications I and II classes helped take first day photos!
English 3
11th grade English is preparing to read The Great Gatsby by researching what life was like in the 1920s and comparing it to the 2020s!
7th Grade Debate
Seventh graders explored the early days of the American political party system through a debate, focusing on the contrasting beliefs of the Federalists and Democratic-Republicans.
Greek Vases
After Art II learned about Ancient Greek art they were tasked to make their own vases with an original design!
Gym Improvements!
Reverse Engineering
Students used the reverse engineering process to understand how a device works.
Physics
Physics students predict and test distance outcomes on different friction surfaces.
Teamwork Challenge
Students work together to build a free standing shelter using only tape and newspaper to practice teamwork.
Flag Ambassadors 24-25
This year's flag ambassadors are: Carson Langland, Blane Wollerson, Andrew Chatman, Olivia Vosburg, Madelyn McNew, Sara Mejia, Ellie Dabadie, Ashley Williams, Baleigh Dixon, Kendall LeBlanc, Vivian Mobile, Aaliyah Bergeron, Baylynn Collins & Cohen Chenevert