Week of February 15, 2026
Dear Plumosa Families,
Welcome back to another fantastic week at Plumosa School of the Arts! We are looking forward to a wonderful few days of learning and celebration.
Please note that this is a four-day week. Students will not have school on February 18, as it is a Teacher Workday.
We have two exciting events to share:
Presidents’ Day Wax Museum – Monday at 5:00 PM (Cafeteria)
Join us for our annual Presidents’ Day Wax Museum! Our fifth-grade students have been working diligently on their interactive presentations, honoring and celebrating our past and current presidents. This is always an engaging and memorable evening, and we are so proud of the hard work our students have put into bringing history to life.
BSU Masterclass Series – Friday
We are extremely excited to welcome students from Dreyfoos School of the Arts to our campus this Friday as part of our annual Black Student Union (BSU) Masterclass Series. This collaboration provides an incredible opportunity for our students to learn, grow, and be inspired through the arts and cultural connection.
Parents, we also ask that you take a few moments to complete our School Effectiveness Questionnaire, located in this newsletter. Your feedback is essential as it allows us to quantify the positive culture on our campus and provides valuable data to support the systems we have in place to meet the needs of all students and families.
Thank you in advance for your continued support and partnership. Have a wonderful week!
General Reminders:
I would like to recommend that Parents add the School's Main Telephone Number as a Contact on your Cell Phone. (Example: (561) 330-3900 / Plumosa School of the Arts) Add as a Contact on your Cell Phone.
That way, when your child's school calls the parent, the parent will know who is calling.
Please continue to ensure that your scholar arrives at school on time each day—every minute of learning counts. We will continue to closely monitor attendance, tardiness, and dress code as part of our monthly incentive program 🎉. Attendance is critical, research shows that students who miss just two or more days a month are more likely to fall behind 📉, and by eighth grade, chronic absences can impact whether a student graduates on time 🎓. Every day in school truly matters!
We also encourage you to take time to talk with your child about the importance of using kind words and keeping their hands to themselves. While our administrative team is committed to upholding the Student Code of Conduct, these conversations at home are just as important. Students are not permitted to hit, bully, or use hurtful language toward their peers or adults. Your guidance helps reinforce the values we work to build every day here at Plumosa.
Student and staff safety remains our top priority. As part of the new Florida DOE requirements, our main office will continue to request a valid photo ID 🪪 from all visitors before they may enter the building. Anyone picking up a student must be listed in SIS—no exceptions. At this time, visitors are not permitted on campus until they have completed the district-mandated training 📝. Dates for these trainings will be shared with families as soon as they are scheduled.
Thank you for your continued commitment and support ❤️. Together, we are making sure that Plumosa remains a safe, engaging, and inspiring place for our scholars to learn and grow 🌈.
A few important reminders, please read the following carefully, as this is important information:
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Car riders must be picked up no later than 3:00 PM
- No drop-off before 7:30 am for all students K-8. Scholars MUST remain in your vehicle. Please allow our PSOA Staff to bypass to park while you wait. Please do not block our entrance. Parents should always stay in the car and drive to the end of the loop.
- Please do not park and allow your child to cross the parking lot without an adult.
- The middle school gate will close promptly at 7:58 am. All students will need to enter through the Main Office.
- All walkers must use the gate nearest the bus loop where the crossing guard is. Do not walk through the bus loop. Only students who live less than two miles from PSOA per the address in SIS will be permitted to be picked up as walkers. Please do not park on Seacrest and pick up in our bus loop. Our School Police Officer will enforce this.
- This year, all kindergarten through 8th-grade students will receive ID badges. Students must wear their ID badges around their necks at all times. These badges are necessary for transportation and lunch purposes. IDs are free and will be issued during the second week of school.
- We will continue to use CurbSmart for Dismissal. This will ensure a safe and expedited dismissal process at the end of the school day. Click here for a quick video.
At Plumosa, we love celebrating our students’ special days! However, please remember that it is our school policy that students may not bring in outside food, treats, or other goods for birthday celebrations during the school day. This policy helps us keep all of our scholars safe, especially those with food allergies, and ensures that instructional time is not disrupted. Thank you for helping us celebrate birthdays in ways that are safe and consistent for everyone.
- If you have not already done so, please Register Your Ride through the District Portal. All students should know their mode of transportation on the first day.
- Students must arrive to class on time each day. I understand that there can be extenuating circumstances on some days, but excessive tardiness and absences will result in students being referred to the truancy office. Parents, your cooperation is essential in helping your children start their day positively.
- If you have children in elementary and middle school, your pick-up location will be in the elementary car loop.
- No Early dismissal after 2 PM. No exceptions.
Safety Reminder - Weapons Are Not Permitted on Campus
The safety and security of our students and staff is our highest priority. To support a safe learning environment, we want to provide a reminder of our School District's policy and state law.
Please remember that state law (§790.115, Fla. Stat.) and District policy (Firearms and Weapons- Policy 2.383) prohibit all weapons, including firearms, on school property at all times. This applies to our campus buildings, personal vehicles, school buses, and any school-sponsored event. With the exception of sworn law enforcement, these rules apply to all visitors, staff, and students.
Our District has a zero-tolerance policy for any threat to school safety, including the possession of any item considered to be a weapon. Any student who violates this policy will face the most severe consequences, including expulsion and potential criminal charges. The School District will also pursue criminal charges against any adult who poses a threat to school safety.
Thank you for your partnership in maintaining a safe school environment.
We look forward to connecting with our families and remain committed to strengthening our communication. Keeping an open line of communication is vital for our success. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with questions or concerns.
If you would like to meet with me, please email me to schedule a day and time. I will be available after 8:30 a.m. to ensure campus safety and greet my teachers and students each morning.
Thank you for your partnership in making Plumosa School of the Arts a place where we are wickedly bold and brilliantly unlimited. We look forward to another successful week together!
Artfully Yours,
Principal Smith
