BUILDING 21 ANNOUNCEMENTS
Students interested in LCTI for the 2020-2021
Find the LCTI application under our Guidance page here.
Summer Meals
ASD will continue to offer Grab & Go meals during the summer on Mondays & Wednesdays from 11 AM - 1PM. Click here for a list of locations and recommended guidelines for families:
https://bit.ly/33tlxaz
Fall Family Survey
Families - we want your feedback! As always, the health, safety, and welfare of Allentown students, staff, and community is our top priority. Your input is crucial to help us understand the needs and concerns of our ASD families as we plan for what school looks like in the fall. Click here for an important update from Superintendent Parker and to take the survey in English or Spanish: https://bit.ly/3bEFvC9
SENIORS: Click here to take the Class of 2020 Graduation Survey!
IMPORTANT DATES
June 5 - Last day of school for seniors
June 12 - Last day of school for students K-11
June 8 - 1 PM - 4 PM - Senior Cap & Gown Pickup
Students (and one accompanying guardian) please follow the below schedule based on your last name:
1:00-2:00 p.m. A – D
2:00-3:00 p.m. E – O
3:00-4:00 p.m. P – Z
During this time, we will accomplish the following tasks:
1) Collect senior dues ($40) to cover the cap/gown/tassel and diploma
2) Hand out cap/gowns/tassels
3) Record Seniors in their Caps/Gowns turning their tassel (this is a rapid video we are using for our virtual commencement)
4) Order your yearbook
5) Collect technology (laptop & charger) and any textbooks
6) Hand out letters with existing fees (if applicable) that can be paid at this time or prior to June 26
June 28, 2 PM - 4 PM - Drive Through Diploma Distribution Parade! (at the school)
June 28, 6 PM - Virtual Commencement: https://www.allabilitieslive.com/virtual-graduations/videos/building-21-2020-commencement
SPORTS
Allentown School District Student Athletes - Free Fall Sports Physicals at Coca Cola Park in Allentown! Physicals are MANDATORY to participate in a school sport. Learn more.
GEAR UP supports all students in the Class of 2020!
Contact Information for GEAR UP Staff
Ms. Shuler--shuhlerl@allentownsd.org-Counsleor-Counselor, B21
Mr. Price--pricec@allentownsd.org-Academic Coach
Ms. Moran—moranm@allentownsd.org-Parent Liaison
Building 21 has a Slate platform set up for seniors, which has student resources. Mrs. Shuhler & Mrs. Brannon will be using Zoom on Tuesdays and Fridays from 11:15 AM-12:00 PM, or by appointment, to answer specific questions about college, college applications and financial aid. Check the Slate platform often for important information.
We are now accepting applications for the 2020-2021 school year! If you would like to apply to Building 21 Allentown, complete this form in English or Spanish.
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Building 21 Parents: Please click here to take our Parent Gallup Survey to provide us feedback on our model.
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