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Congratulations to three of our PMSA seniors for winning the District 209 Scholarship.

Join us for a special Meet & Greet event where PMSA students, families, and staff will have the opportunity to welcome Dr. Jorge Sanchez, the new principal of Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy.

🗓 Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: PMSA – 8601 W. Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park, IL

We look forward to seeing you there!

On a memorable afternoon at the UIC Pavilion, the Class of 2025 crossed the stage and into the next chapter of their lives. Surrounded by family, friends, and faculty, graduates were honored for their achievements, resilience, and growth throughout their high school journey. Inspiring speeches, joyful celebrations, and heartfelt farewells made the ceremony a true reflection of the spirit and unity of the senior class. Congratulations to the Class of 2025, we can't wait to see what you do next!

The Class of 2026 brought energy and enthusiasm to this year’s Junior Field Day! Students enjoyed an afternoon of outdoor games, friendly competition, and community-building activities, including the crowd-favorite pie-in-the-face that had everyone laughing. Beyond the fun, the day also fulfilled the Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) component of the IB program, encouraging students to engage meaningfully with their peers and school community. A big thank you to the organizers and participants for making it a memorable and spirited event!

Our school came together for the annual Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Assembly, a vibrant celebration of culture, identity, and community. Students shared powerful stories, dynamic performances, and traditional dances representing diverse AAPI cultures. The event highlighted the rich histories and contributions of AAPI communities, inspiring reflection and unity. Thank you to all the students, staff, and community members who made this meaningful celebration possible!

-Thank you, Mr. Brown

This week, our juniors showcased months of hard work and intellectual curiosity at the annual Junior Research Symposium. Students presented original research on a wide range of topics, from environmental science and social justice to technology, demonstrating critical thinking and academic rigor. Faculty, peers, and community members were impressed by the depth and creativity of the projects. Congratulations to all participants for their outstanding efforts and contributions to our learning community!

-Thank you, research teachers!

The Senior Research Symposium highlighted the incredible depth and diversity of student scholarship. Seniors presented their capstone projects, which explored complex topics through both qualitative and quantitative research methods. From surveys and interviews to statistical analysis and data visualization, students demonstrated critical thinking and a strong command of research practices. The event celebrated not only academic achievement but also the curiosity and creativity that drive meaningful inquiry. Congratulations to our seniors on a job well done!

We proudly celebrated academic achievement and leadership at our annual Senior and Underclassman Awards Night. Students were recognized across departments for their outstanding performance and dedication. Special honors included the presentation of Department Awards, recognition of our Illinois State Scholars for their exceptional academic standing, and commendations for excellence in STEM. The evening was a meaningful tribute to the hard work, talent, and perseverance of our students. Congratulations to all award recipients, you make our school community proud!

-Thank you, Ms. Paulus and Mr. Rutstein!

On May 20th, PMSA’s Math Team had the exciting opportunity to visit DePaul University. Around 30 students toured the campus and engaged in a dinner discussion with university faculty and administrators to learn more about college life and academic pathways. Our students asked thoughtful questions and demonstrated curiosity, professionalism, and pride, serving as outstanding representatives of PMSA and our broader community.

-Thank you, Ms. Resnick!

Monday May 26th

Friday May 30th

Make-up exams will be on 5/28, 5/29, and 5/30. Students must make arrangements with their teacher.

The 2025 Ellevation Scholarship is now open! | Ellevation

The Fernando F. Sandoval Foundation

District 209 is looking for Class of 2025 seniors or recent graduates to join our tech team this summer. Gain valuable hands-on experience in technology, earn $15.80/hour, and build skills for your future. 8 positions available. Apply now! For more details, see the attached flyer or contact Michael Swanson at mswanson@pths209.org.

The PMSA PTO is a volunteer organization of parents and teachers that strives to make a positive impact in our school for our students.

RSVP here:

https://gforms.app/IQUSojv

MEMBERSHIP: Please see attached jot form to sign your family up now.

https://www.jotform.com/form/242517206936155

Our monthly membership meetings are optional but encouraged. (Offering both an online option and in person at the school.)

DUES: Your membership fees help support a variety of non-funded school activities and programs for our children. Membership fees for each PMSA family is $10 each school year. An additional $10 is suggested as a fundraising fee. Cash, check (PMSA PTO), Zelle (thepmsapto209@gmail.com) can be used.

LEADERSHIP ROLES: We need your help. The Vice President position and committee chair volunteers are needed for this school year! Interested in getting more involved in our PTO? Please let reach out and let us know if you think you have the time and talents to get more involved. Thepmsatpo209@gmail.com

YARD SIGNS: We officially launched our PTO Yard Sign Fundraiser last spring, and it was highly successful. One of our goals as a Parent Teacher Organization is to increase school pride in our communities. We hope that the yard sign project helps us achieve this goal, as well as serve as a fundraiser for future projects for our school. Yard signs are 20 dollars apiece and can be delivered to your home or picked up at our next PTO meeting. If you are interested, please fill out the google form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGpFlD2heUgdQoTjVD9rblWGfMaf3NvR_eKGAtilkhhN71LA/viewform.

Payment must be received before sign delivery. Cash, check (made out to The PMSA PTO), or Zelle (thepmsapto209@gmail.com) are accepted. You are NOT required to join the PTO in order to purchase a sign.

MONTHY MEETINGS: The PMSA PTO will be holding their monthly meeting the THIRD Wednesday evening of each month at 6:30 PM at the PMSA Library Resource Center. (Please note that in lieu of the December meeting, we will have an in-person holiday event) (See attached graphic for all meeting dates). Can’t meet in person? Join us remotely on ZOOM.

Any questions? Thepmsapto209@gmail.com or text President Anissa Butler at 630-240-2191.

Parent Advisory Councils (PACs) empower parents to serve as partners in the education of their children at schools that receive Title 1 funding.

Parent Advisory Councils (PACs) bring together parents/legal guardians, teachers/staff, and community stakeholders to work with their school principal in the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of the Title I Program.

PACs empower parents to inspire and assist their children in achieving educational goals.

Title I Program Goals

The main goal of Title I is to provide instructional services and activities which support students in meeting the state’s challenging performance standards. The Title I program strives to increase academic achievement by providing direct instructional support to students and effective professional development for teachers. Title, I program promotes parent education and involvement.

All Meetings times 6:00-7:00pm

Upcoming Dates: May 28th.

Feel free to contact the PMSA PAC by email at pmsapac209@gmail.com

Learn more about Title 1

https://www.isbe.net/Pages/Parent-and-Family-Engagement.aspx

PMSA Club and Activity Bus

Arrives at PMSA at 4:45 pm

Departs PMSA at 5:00 pm

The activity bus will drop the students off at their bus stop location.

It is important that all students know their bus stop location and that they share it with the bus driver.

Click the button below and visit the Proviso Transportation page to find your bus stop location.

*All options listed below in flyer are available for PMSA students, in addition to Proviso East students.*

Looking for community events and opportunities? Visit our Virtual Bulletin Board webpage!

Our Virtual Bulletin Board is a dedicated online space where families can easily access information from local organizations. It serves as a convenient resource for staying up-to-date on upcoming events, activities, and opportunities in the community, helping families stay engaged and connected with local happenings.

If you're community member and would like to submit a flyer, contact Kristi VandenBroek, Director of Public & Community Relations, at kvandenbroek@pths209.org. Flyers will be posted until the event date listed, or for approximately one month if no specific dates are provided.

A link to our Virtual Backpack page can be found below or also at the bottom of every newsletter under "Useful Resources." Stay informed and don’t miss out on what’s happening in our community!

Gracias por un excelente año escolar. ¡Que tengan un verano maravilloso y emocionante!

Felicitaciones a tres de nuestros estudiantes de último año de PMSA por ganar la Beca del Distrito 209.

Acompáñenos en un evento especial de "Meet & Greet" donde los estudiantes, las familias y el personal de PMSA tendrán la oportunidad de conocer y dar la bienvenida al nuevo director de la Academia de Matemáticas y Ciencias de Proviso, Dr. Jorge Sanchez.

🗓 Fecha: Jueves, 29 de mayo de 2025
🕖 Hora: 7:00 p.m.
📍 Lugar: PMSA – 8601 W. Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park, IL

¡Esperamos verle allí!

En una tarde memorable en el UIC Pavilion, la Clase de 2025 cruzó el escenario y entró en el próximo capítulo de sus vidas. Rodeados de familiares, amigos y docentes, los graduados fueron honrados por sus logros, resiliencia y crecimiento a lo largo de su trayectoria en la escuela secundaria. Discursos inspiradores, celebraciones llenas de alegría y emotivas despedidas hicieron de la ceremonia un verdadero reflejo del espíritu y la unidad de la clase senior. ¡Felicidades a la Clase de 2025, estamos ansiosos por ver lo que harán a continuación!

¡La Clase de 2026 trajo energía y entusiasmo al Día de Campo de Juniors de este año! Los estudiantes disfrutaron de una tarde de juegos al aire libre, competencia amistosa y actividades para fortalecer la comunidad, incluyendo la popular actividad de “pastelazo en la cara” que hizo reír a todos. Más allá de la diversión, el día también cumplió con el componente de Creatividad, Actividad y Servicio (CAS) del programa IB, animando a los estudiantes a participar de manera significativa con sus compañeros y la comunidad escolar. ¡Un gran agradecimiento a los organizadores y participantes por hacer de este un evento memorable y lleno de espíritu!

Nuestra escuela se reunió para la Asamblea anual del Mes de la Herencia Asiático Americana e Isleña del Pacífico (AAPI), una vibrante celebración de cultura, identidad y comunidad. Los estudiantes compartieron historias poderosas, presentaciones dinámicas y bailes tradicionales que representan las diversas culturas AAPI. El evento destacó las ricas historias y contribuciones de las comunidades AAPI, inspirando reflexión y unidad. ¡Gracias a todos los estudiantes, el personal y los miembros de la comunidad que hicieron posible esta significativa celebración!

—Gracias, Sr. Brown

Esta semana, nuestros estudiantes de penúltimo año mostraron meses de arduo trabajo y curiosidad intelectual en el Simposio Anual de Investigación de Juniors. Los estudiantes presentaron investigaciones originales sobre una amplia variedad de temas, desde ciencia ambiental y justicia social hasta tecnología, demostrando pensamiento crítico y rigor académico. Profesores, compañeros y miembros de la comunidad quedaron impresionados por la profundidad y creatividad de los proyectos. ¡Felicitaciones a todos los participantes por sus esfuerzos destacados y sus valiosas contribuciones a nuestra comunidad de aprendizaje!

—¡Gracias, profesoras y profesores de investigación!

Con orgullo celebramos los logros académicos y el liderazgo en nuestra Noche Anual de Premios para Seniors y Estudiantes de Cursos Inferiores. Los estudiantes fueron reconocidos en varios departamentos por su desempeño sobresaliente y dedicación. Los honores especiales incluyeron la entrega de Premios Departamentales, el reconocimiento a nuestros Illinois State Scholars por su destacado rendimiento académico, y menciones por excelencia en STEM. La velada fue un homenaje significativo al esfuerzo, talento y perseverancia de nuestros estudiantes. ¡Felicitaciones a todos los galardonados, nos hacen sentir muy orgullosos como comunidad escolar!

—¡Gracias, Sra. Paulus y Sr. Rutstein!

El 20 de mayo, el Equipo de Matemáticas de PMSA tuvo la emocionante oportunidad de visitar la Universidad DePaul. Alrededor de 30 estudiantes recorrieron el campus y participaron en una cena con profesores y administradores universitarios para aprender más sobre la vida universitaria y las opciones académicas. Nuestros estudiantes hicieron preguntas reflexivas y demostraron curiosidad, profesionalismo y orgullo, siendo excelentes representantes de PMSA y de nuestra comunidad en general.

-Gracias, Sra. Resnick!

No hay clases (Día de los Caídos)
Lunes 26 de mayo

Fin del segundo semestre
Viernes 30 de mayo

• Recuperaciones los días 28, 29 y 30 de mayo

• Los estudiantes deben coordinar con sus profesores

Buscamos estudiantes de la Clase 2025 o recién graduados para unirse a nuestro equipo de tecnología este verano. Obtén experiencia práctica valiosa, gana $15.80 por hora y desarrolla habilidades para tu futuro. Hay 8 puestos disponibles—¡solicita ahora! Para más detalles, consulta el folleto adjunto o comunícate con Michael Swanson en mswanson@pths209.org.

La PTO de PMSA es un grupo voluntario de padres y maestros que trabaja para tener un impacto positivo en la escuela.

RSVP aquí:
Formulario de asistencia

Membresía:
Formulario: Inscripción

Reuniones mensuales:
Tercer miércoles de cada mes a las 6:30 p.m. en la biblioteca de PMSA. También hay opción por Zoom.

Cuotas:

• $10 por familia por año escolar

• Se sugiere $10 adicionales como donación

• Métodos de pago: efectivo, cheque a “PMSA PTO”, o Zelle a thepmsapto209@gmail.com

Liderazgo:
Se buscan voluntarios para vicepresidente y líderes de comités.
Contacto: thepmsapto209@gmail.com

Letreros para jardín:

• $20 cada uno

• Entrega a domicilio o recogida en la próxima reunión

• Pedido: Formulario de Google

• Pago previo requerido

¿Preguntas?
Correo: thepmsapto209@gmail.com
Texto a la presidenta Anissa Butler: 630-240-2191

Los PAC empoderan a los padres a colaborar con la escuela en la planificación e implementación del programa Título I. Trabajan junto a personal escolar y líderes comunitarios.

Objetivo del Título I:
Mejorar el rendimiento académico con apoyo directo a estudiantes, desarrollo profesional de docentes y participación de padres.

Fechas próximas de reunión:

• 28 de mayo
  🕕 Hora: 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Más info: Participación familiar Título I
Correo: pmsapac209@gmail.com

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