Reminder the first day of classes for the new school year is August 5.  If you were enrolled on the last day of school last year you don't need to do anything, you are already enrolled.  If you are a new or returning student stop in the office to complete the enrollment process.  Call 623-979-0031 if you have any questions.

PAHS MEDIA RELEASE FOR FREE AND REDUCED-PRICE MEALS

                                                                                                                    

This is the public release that we will send to www.peoriabulldogs.com on 7/31/13.

Peoria Accelerated High School today announced its policy for providing free and reduced-price meals for children served under the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program.  Each school and/or the central office has a copy of the policy, which may be reviewed by any interested party.

The household size and income criteria will be used to determine eligibility for free and reduced-price benefits.  Children from households whose income is at or below the guidelines are eligible for free or reduced-price meals.  Children who are members of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) households, Cash Assistance (CA) units or Food Distribution Program on the Indian Reservation (FDPIR) households are automatically eligible for free meals.  SNAP/CA families will be certified by the determining official via Direct Certification.  Foster children that are the legal responsibility of a welfare agency or court may also be eligible for benefits regardless of the income of the household with whom they reside.  Eligibility for the foster child is based on the child's income.

Application forms are being distributed to all households with a letter informing households of the availability of free and reduced-price meals for their children.  Applications also are avail­able at the principal's office in each school.  To apply for free or reduced-price meals, house­holds must fill out the application and return it to the school. The information households provide on the appli­ca­tion will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility and verification of data.  Applications may be verified at any time during the school year by school or other program officials.

For school officials to determine eligibility for free and reduced-price benefits, households receiving FDPIR only have to list their child's name, FDPIR case number; an adult household member must sign the application.  Households which do not list an FDPIR case number must list the names of all household members, the amount and source of monthly income received by each household member, and the social security number of the adult household member who signs the application.  If the household member signing does not have a social security number, he/she must indicate that a social security number is not available.  An adult household member must sign the application.

Under the provisions of the free and reduced-price policy Lorena Rodriguez will review applications and determine eligibility.  Parents or guardians dissatisfied with the ruling of the official may wish to discuss the decision with the determining official on an informal basis.  Parents wishing to make a formal appeal for a hearing on the decision may make a request either orally or in writing to Janice Castillo: 8885 W. Peoria Ave, Peoria AZ 85345: 623-979-0031.

If a household member becomes unemployed or if the household size increases, the household should contact the school.  Such changes may make the children of the household eligible for benefits if the household's income falls at or below the levels.

Non-discrimination Statement: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly. “In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”

Students,
Peoria Accelerated High School wants to stay in touch with students during the summer, and have some fun doing it. We are offering two free tickets to R.I.P.D. (Click here to view trailer) on Thursday, July 25 at 11:30 AM.  One ticket will be for a enrolled or pre enrolled PAHS student, the other ticket will be for their school age guest age planning on attending any school in grades 9-12.   PA will only be able to offer transportation from the PA campus to AMC Westgate 20, 9400 West Hanna Lane Glendale, AZ . Students and guests will also be provided with a FREE voucher to purchase food or drink items from concessions.  Let us know if you want to attend the movie by completing the online form by clicking here.  Limited to the first 50 enrolled or pre enrolled students who complete the online form.  Tickets will be handed out the day of the movie.  Have a great summer.  Reminder classes start back August 5.  

Sincerely, 
Marcus Englund 
Principal

If you have any questions call the office.  623-979-0031

Now with updated flex schedule. 

The calendar for the 2013-2014 school year is now available.  Click on the file below to download and print calendar. 

Highlights:

• The first day of class will be on August 5, 2013.  
  
• New: All classes will now be 1 hour and 45 minutes long, compared to 1 hour and 40 minutes. 
• New: Fall break has been added. (October 7-11)
• New: Students will not be allowed to flex after a block ends.
• Last day of school May 22, 2013. 
• Graduation will be May 28, 2013.