Dear Learning Community:
Welcome Back! We hope this message finds you energized and ready to begin a new year of learning, growth, and discovery. Whether you are a returning student or joining our learning community for the first time, we extend our warmest greetings and excitement for the possibilities this school year holds.
The Allentown School District’s handbook Guiding Light: A Code of Conduct for Thriving Together is an essential resource for understanding the District’s policies, procedures, and supports. Inside, you will find clear expectations for behavior, attendance, academics, and community engagement for our students. Each student and family should read it carefully and refer to it throughout the year.
Enhancing Our Digital Connection
As we move into the new school year, we are excited to enter Year 2 of our PowerSchool and ParentSquare implementation.
- PowerSchool: Our Student Information System remains your primary window into academic progress, grades, and attendance.
- ParentSquare: This remains our unified platform for all District, school, and classroom communication, including emergency alerts.
Having successfully launched these platforms last year, we look forward to utilizing their full potential to keep our families more connected and informed than ever before.
Supporting the Whole Child
As a District, we are committed to fostering the complete development of each student, prioritizing not only academic growth but also physical and mental health and social-emotional competencies. The following resources are available for students and families:
- On-demand online tutoring programs are available to every student through Cartwheel Health Services
Important Policy Updates
This year, we have significantly updated several major sections of the handbook to reflect the evolving educational landscape. The policies that directly impact students and families are listed starting on page 46.
We are excited to learn and grow with you!
We Get Better Together! All of Our Strengths Are Needed!
