June 2019 | Focus on FACE Newsletter
In this Issue...
The Office of Family and Community Engagement would like to thank each and every one of you for an awesome 2018-2019 school year. This work is driven by committed families, staff, community members, and students and we are grateful for your commitment to family and community engagement in the School District of Philadelphia!

Have a great summer and we'll see you in August for our Back 2 School Event!
In the meantime, read on for end of year stories and summer resources!
FAMILY SPOTLIGHT
Help Your Student Avoid the Summer Slide!
We know that students are excited for a break, but keeping up with the hard work they’ve been doing all school year during the summer can be fun and effortless. Check out these simple ways students can avoid the summer slide!
THANK YOU to All Who Participated in the 2019 End-of-Year Family Celebration!
What an awesome night celebrating a great school year and gearing up for summer learning! Check out a recap of the May 24th event and view photos from our workshops, vendors, and photo booth!
District-Wide Parent & Guardian Surveys Close Friday, June 7!
Your opinion matters! Your responses to the Parent & Guardian Survey let us know what’s working well at your child’s school and what can be improved.
Parents and guardians will need their child's Student ID Number to complete the survey and may complete the survey for each child they have in a Philadelphia School. Surveys are available in nine languages.
A special shout out to the following TEN schools for having the highest parent and guardian response rates so far this year (as of June 4, 2019):

  1. Hon. Luis Muñoz Marín Elementary School - 80.7%
  2. Mitchell Elementary School - 73%
  3. John M. Patterson School - 71.4%
  4. Avery D. Harrington School - 68.7%
  5. Franklin Towne Charter Elementary - 65.1%
  6. Eleanor C. Emlen School - 62.9%
  7. William McKinley School - 62.7%
  8. Martha Washington School - 62.3%
  9. Abram S. Jenks School - 62%
  10. Paul L. Dunbar School - 61.3%
Tips for Students (And Families) To Stay Physically Active During the Summer
Staying academically alert and engaged during the summer is important, but we may forget that staying physically active is just as critical! Take advantage of these sunny days and check out these tips for students (and families) to stay active over the summer!
SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT
Congratulations to the 2019 SAC & Volunteer Award Winners!
After receiving dozens of applications from families, community members, and staff from across the District, the FACE Office is proud to announce this year’s SAC and Volunteer Award Winners! Check out the Award Winners and read excerpts from their nomination essays!
FROM THE DISTRICT
Congratulations to the Class of 2019!
The FACE Office would like to extend a warm congratulations to all graduates in the Class of 2019! Check out the School District of Philadelphia's #OurClassOurFuture campaign and hear the stories of graduating seniors from all over the city!
Have a Question or Concern During the Summer Months?
We're here to help! The School District of Philadelphia's Call & Information Center and the Parent and Family Resource Center remain open during the summer break. Call 215-400-4000 or visit 440 N. Broad Street, Suite 131 for assistance!
School Data at Your Fingertips!
Looking for more information about a school? Check out the School District of Philadelphia's School Profiles web page for school-level summaries of data on enrollment, attendance, student achievement, and more!
SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL CORNER
Thank You for a Great Year for School Advisory Councils!
The SAC Support Team wants to extend a very warm thank you to everyone who contributed to a School Advisory Council this school year. Here's a breakdown of SACs this year:
There are over  1,900  SAC Members in Philadelphia, made up of:
1,000+ Parents & Family Members
350+ Teachers & Staff Members
270+ Community Members
240+ Students
Those SAC Members have attended:
1,000+ SAC Meetings
12+ SAC Academy Sessions
Whether you were a SAC member, attended a meeting, came to a SAC Academy workshop, or read up on SACs on the District website, you are contributing to a growing program that examines real issues in our schools and builds trust between all stakeholders in our school communities! Thank you!
UPCOMING EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES
Learn About Free Summer Meals in Philadelphia
No child should go hungry in summer when school meals aren’t an option. That’s why this summer, children up to 18 years old can eat free and healthy meals at locations right in your neighborhood! Learn more about the Free Summer Meals program and site locations through the link below!
Summer Camp & Programming Opportunities Still Available!
Check out this awesome list of free and low-cost summer programming from Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, The Free Library of Philadelphia, Police Athletic League, and WorkReady Philadelphia, courtesy of the Citywide Out-of-School-Time Initiative !
Franklin Institute Community Nights
Monday, June 17, 2019
5:00PM-8:00PM
The Franklin Institute is pleased to present Community Nights! Everyone is welcome to join in the fun at these educational and fun-filled science extravaganzas that include The Franklin Institute's famous permanent exhibits, special programs, and hands-on activities. Admission is   free   and there is no need to pre-register.
Take Advantage of the ACCESS Philly Program This Summer!
ACCESS Philly, a program from Art-Reach , allows individuals with a PA ACCESS Card to attend 48 cultural sites & theaters for just $2! Check out details and participating sites and explore Philadelphia culture this summer!
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