Parents and Guardians,

As you may be aware, students in grades 3–8 are required to complete projects associated with Career Readiness. For those who may be unfamiliar, PA Career Readiness refers to Pennsylvania’s state-level initiative aimed at preparing students for success after high school—whether through college, entering the workforce, or pursuing other postsecondary opportunities. This initiative is part of Pennsylvania’s Future Ready PA Index and aligns with the Career Education and Work Standards (CEWs), which are designed to help students develop the knowledge, skills, and experiences necessary to make informed decisions about their future careers. This week and over the Spring Break, we ask that you and your student review their student profile to ensure that all Career Readiness requirements for their current grade level have been completed. For your convenience, we have attached a Choices360 Step-by-Step Completion Guide to assist students who may need help logging in and reviewing their progress. The guide also includes a reminder of the specific requirements for each grade.

Choices 360 Step by Step Completion Process.pdf 

Thank you for your attention to this important initiative and for supporting your child’s future success!

Sincerely,
Mr. Justin Correll
Principal, Solomon Complex 

The 2025 Pennsylvania State Standardized Assessments (PSSAs) will be administered to all students in grades 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 this year, including in-person and cyber learners, on the following dates:

English Language Arts (ELA): April 22-April 24, 2025 (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)
Math: April 28 and April 29, 2025 (Monday, Tuesday)
5th & 8th Grade Science: April 30-May 1, 2025 (Wednesday & Thursday)
Note: Only 5th & 8th Grade students will take the Science PSSAs.

Our Solomon Middle School Cyber Academy students ARE REQUIRED to take the assessment. Students will be provided with all essential materials for testing, including pencils, calculators, scratch paper, etc. Cyber Academy students are asked to enter the main doors at 11:30 a.m. on their scheduled testing days. They will be subject to all WBASD security screenings and protocols. Students will remain at school until all testing is completed, which will be approximately 1:30 p.m.

Cell Phone/Electronic Device Policy for PSSAs:
Cell phones and electronic devices (including iWatches, AirPods, etc.) are not permitted in testing areas. Students will be required to turn over their devices until the end of the testing session If a student is found with a device during the testing session, the device will be confiscated immediately, and a security incident report will be filed with the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Disciplinary actions will follow, and parents will be notified. The District Assessment Coordinator, Superintendent, and/or Principal will determine the extent of the security violation. Envelopes will be available to collect electronic devices before testing commences.

Please contact Mrs. Kim Jones, Guidance Counselor, in the main office with any questions or concerns at (570) 826-7224

Sincerely,
Mr. Justin Correll
Principal

Greetings Solomon Families 

As a reminder, while our teachers and staff have continued to work hard to enrich the students' experiences, we now find ourselves in need of additional support moving forward. With that in mind, we are excited to announce the formation of a new volunteer group—Solomon’s Howl Helpers—for the upcoming school year, and we would love for you to be a part of it! As you know, schools across the country, including ours, rely on the support of volunteers to make extra-curricular events even more special. There will be numerous opportunities to assist with fundraising events, after-school activities, and special days like Polar Express, Fun Day, Field Day, STEM Nights, Book Fairs, and potentially as field trip chaperones. Your involvement will make a significant difference in the experience we can provide for our students.

Once we receive your submission, the school administration will review all forms and provide more details soon. We truly appreciate your support and are excited to work together to make the 2025-2026 school year a memorable one for our students and staff!

With gratitude,
Mr. Correll, Principal

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Happy Spring! As we step into this exciting time of year, we are eagerly looking forward to our upcoming testing sessions, end-of-year activities, and finishing the school year strong. Our partnerships with you remain vital to the success of our students, and we appreciate your continued support as we navigate the final stretch of this academic year. We’re excited for all the activities ahead and look forward to collaborating with you to make this a successful and rewarding end to the school year. As always, please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information.

Please take note of the following important dates:

Thank you for being such an important part of our school community!

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Check out this month's issue of the Title 1 Connections Newsletter.  You will find tips for parents, important reminders, and information about events in our schools.