PA Family Communication
August 26, 2026
First Day Welcome
We had a fun and energetic first day of school. A highlight was a welcome ceremonies that included a live performance from the Wright Sisters (Maggie and Joni), bread breaking (pizza from our bread oven), and new minted PA Class of 2030 T-shirts. Students shared that they appreciated the opportunity to be in the building before it was full of 'big kids', time to learn about their classes and meet their new teachers, great snacks, and time with new and old friends.
Aug 27 - Welcome Back All Students
Sept 4 - No School
Sept 7 - No School, Labor Day
Sept 17 - PA & PAML Picture Day
Sept 21 - No School, Yom Kipper
Sept 30 - PA & PAML Open House 5:00-6:30
Oct 5-9 - Homecoming Week!
Oct 12 - No School, Indigenous Peoples' Day
Nov 11 - No School, Professional Development
Nov 23-24 - No School, Family Conferences
Upcoming Change: Retiring our Student BYOD Program
Starting this school year, LSSU will be retiring the student Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program and move to a fully unified School-Issued Chromebook model.
This shift ensures that 100% of our students have the same high-quality hardware, streamlined tech support, and a secure, focused learning environment.
Key Details:
Distribution: All students will receive their district-managed Chromebook at the start of the school year.
Support: All students will now have access to on-site repairs and "loaner" devices to ensure no learning time is lost.
Specialized Courses: Course specific computers will remain available for advanced software needs.
We are excited to provide this opportunity for every student. Please reach out if you have any questions or would like more information.
PSAT's at PA
Juniors: Your assistance is needed if you wish to take the PSAT Exam this fall. The PSAT exam will once again be offered to Peoples Academy 11th grade students on Thursday, October 15th. The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®) is structured similarly to the SAT®, has the same sections and timing, and measures the same Reading and Writing and Math skills students learn in the classroom—the knowledge and skills your child needs to succeed in college and career. See what’s on the PSAT/NMSQT test. As of fall 2023, the PSAT/NMSQT is digital. Find out what to expect.
The cost of the PSAT exam is covered by Peoples Academy, but students MUST register with Tracie Locke in the guidance office so that an exam can be ordered. There is a quick turn around from the start of school and when the exam order needs to be placed. Please notify Tracie via email (tracie.locke@lamoillesouth.org) or sign up in the guidance office by October 1st.
Click the link above for the guidance department resource page. Inside you will find easy links to information about current courses, student opportunities, and preparing for college. Let us know what you think and if there are other resources we can provide for you!
What is the Lamoille.Findhelp.com site?
It's an original resource and REFERRAL tool for basic needs like housing, food, utilities, and transportation. The emphasis is on referrals, because not only can you find information about hundreds of organizations on the side, you can also refer yourself or others and make a direct connection with those organizations.
The site is free to use and has information about local (e.g. neighborhood food shelf), state (e.g. Department of Health), and ational (e.g. Veterans Affairs) resources. It can also be translated into over 100 different languages.