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Since there are so many amazing summer opportunities and scholarships available, I've created a separate resource to keep them from crowding the Weekly Updates. I will update them weekly as new opportunities become available.

Monday, May 5, 2025 - Regular Bell Schedule

HAPPY CINCO DE MAYO!!!

• AP Biology - 8:00 AM
• AP European History - 12:00 PM

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 - Regular Bell Schedule

• AP Chemistry - 8:00 AM
• AP US Gov't & Politics - 12:00 PM
• Interims due - 11:59 PM

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 - Regular Bell Schedule

• AP English Literature - 8:00 AM
• AP Comparative Gov't & Politics - 12:00 PM
• AP Computer Science A - 12:00 PM

Thursday, May 8, 2025 - 1 Hour Advisory Bell Schedule

• AP African American Studies - 8:00 AM
• AP Statistics - 8:00 AM

Friday, May 9, 2025 - 12:04 Dismissal Schedule

• AP US History - 8:00 AM
• AP Art & Design - 8:00 AM
• AP Chinese Language & Culture - 12:00 PM

STUDENTS WHO HAVE AN 8:00 AP EXAM SHOULD REPORT TO SCHOOL BY 7:30 AM. STUDENTS WHO HAVE A 12:00 AP EXAM SHOULD ARRIVE BY 11:30 AM.

Nominations Open: 2025-26 Palumbo Home & School Association Board | Accepting Nominations until May 23

Academy at Palumbo strives to provide students a strong education in preparation for college and beyond. The school's success is dependent on having dedicated teachers, administrators, staff and a strong and engaged Home & School Association (HSA).

The HSA has a few board vacancies for 2025-2026, and we are seeking candidates to join us. This is a great opportunity to work with a collaborative and dedicated group of families, students, and staff united by a common goal to support the Academy at Palumbo community and to enhance the educational experience of Palumbo students.

To learn more about the HSA, board eligibility, responsibilities, 2025-2026 vacancies, and how to nominate, click here.

Please reach out to us if you have any questions at palumbogriffinshsa@gmail.com.

ATTENTION SENIORS: LAST CALL TO APPLY!

Logan Matthew Israel Memorial Scholarship - Application Deadline - May 9, 2025

This scholarship has been established in memory of Academy at Palumbo student Logan Matthew Israel, who died in November 2022 and would have been graduating this year.

Who is eligible to apply?
This scholarship is open to Academy at Palumbo Seniors (Class of 2026), who are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare (mental health, therapy, nursing, psychiatry, medicine, etc.)

• Two seniors will be selected to receive scholarships.
• A 400–600-word essay is required.
• Learn More and Apply
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SUPPORT PALUMBO TEACHER DONORSCHOOSE CAMPAIGNS

Several Palumbo teachers are raising funds through DonorsChoose to support their students. Below are the current campaigns that need to be fully funded in order to receive funds.

STEM Storytellers Need Calculators (Mr. Kirby)

Advancing Astronomy with Problem Solving on Mars! (Mr. Teich)

Dream BIG, Write Code and Have Fun (Mr. Wiessmann)

Senior Send-Off (Ms. Steiner)

CONGRATULATIONS to Nicole Digiuseppe who will receive the Lindback Distinguished Teacher's Award this Tuesday! Nicole's contributions to Palumbo as an English teacher and NHS sponsor make her very deserving of this honor.

CONGRATULATIONS to Gabrielle Tompkins on her nuptials which are taking place this Sunday!!!

I’m Kate Sundeen the coach for the Academy at Palumbo Speech and Debate Team. I set up this fundraiser, Academy at Palumbo goes to Nationals!, to help raise money to send our National qualifiers to 3 different national tournaments, and help with registration costs for next year. If you’d like to learn more, please reach out. I’d be happy to answer any questions. Thank you so much for considering donating. Every dollar helps!

Please see Dr. Watlington's January letter to families on maintaining safe & welcoming schools, available in multiple languages in the 2nd folder below.

*We are encouraging all parents and guardians to sign up for the Parent & Family Portal. This allows parents/guardians to have access to valuable information about your child's education. With the portal, you are able to view grades, track test scores, see attendance, view immunization records, set communication preferences, and access report cards.

You can visit https://www.philasd.org/face/#parentportal to register. If you have any questions, please contact the Main Office.

You may use this electronic form to submit an excuse for your child's absence from school within three days of the absence. A doctors note must be provided after three consecutive days of absence. After 9 parental excuses, a doctors note will be required. Be sure to complete each section below to ensure the excuse is accepted. Written notes are also accepted in the main office. All request are subject to administrative approval.

Many families have been inquiring about purchasing Palumbo gear. Here's the link to our online store, where there's lots of selections, and personalization is available on some items. Click the picture to access the online store.