PACE Academy

To ensure the safety and security of our students during outdoor physical education activities, PACE Academy urgently requires the installation of a fence. We have obtained a quote and are seeking financial assistance to cover the cost of approximately $3000. We are grateful for your support and encourage you to take advantage of this tax-deductible opportunity as a 501(c) school. Your contribution will enable us to reach our goal and provide a suitable outdoor space for our students.

REMINDER 1: tomorrow is the last day to pre-order new spirit wear!! Order online, drop off cash form at the office, or bring to the PTO meeting!

https://paceacademy.ptboard.com/formvw?store=4987&form=2

REMINDER 2: join us for the PTO Kickoff meeting tomorrow at 6pm!

Please considering stepping up to be a part of our PTO Team. PTO still needs a VP to complete the executive board and has several other smaller positions open. If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected].

Submit VP Nominations here: https://form.jotform.com/242265707615155

The PACE Academy Board Meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 15, 2024, has been cancelled.

Upcoming activities from our PACE PTO! Also, don't forget to order your new spirit wear!! PTO will accept orders, online or cash, through Monday August 19th. You can drop off cash orders to the office or bring them to the kickoff meeting.

Become a PTO Member - it's FREE! https://paceacademy.ptboard.com/formvw?store=4987&form=1

Order spirit wear: https://paceacademy.ptboard.com/formvw?store=4987&form=2

PTO site: paceacademy.ptboard.com

Mark your calendars for the PACE PTO Kickoff Meeting on Monday August 19th! Snacks will be provided, as well as board games for any children who attend. Make sure to register as a PTO member before the meeting for a chance to win some prizes!

https://paceacademy.ptboard.com/formvw?store=4987&form=1

If you have any questions or would like more information about volunteering, please contact [email protected]

*Please note this was previously scheduled for the 12th, but is being moved to the 19th.

Don't forget to order your new spirit wear. Order online or pickup a cash order form from the office.

PACE PTO has new spirit wear!! Online ordering is now available, and cash order forms will be available at Open House. We will do a bulk pre-order with delivery in September, and an ongoing online store will be available starting in October through the rest of the year. All pre-order items are discounted $2 each from what they will be in the online store in October.

https://paceacademy.ptboard.com/formvw?store=4987&form=2

PACE Academy will operate on a two-hour delay in the morning to enable Dr. Vaughn to inspect the building for potential water damage and ensure a safe learning environment for students and staff. Please share this with other families in our pack!

The 2024 BACK TO SCHOOL BASH will be held on SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2024 from 10:00AM – 12:00PM in the Wiley Kennedy Family Life Center. There will be speakers, food items, games and entertainment. School supplies, including book bags will be distributed. However, the student must be present to receive the supplies.

Due to anticipated severe weather conditions, PACE Academy will be closed on August 8, 2024. The decision regarding the operational status of the building on August 9, 2024, will be made subsequently. Please spread this message to fellow Wolfpack families as well.
Stay safe,
Dr. Vaughn

This dyslexic persevered and won gold!

According to the Policies and Procdures in the parent/Student Handbook, PACE Academy looks at other district decisions when uncertain weather arrives. Here at he the latest updates on all school districts in the surrounding counties as of Tuesday, August 6, 7:20 pm.

Kershaw County School District will operate on a normal schedule.
Richland Two School District will operate one a one hour delay.
Lexington County School District One will have school tomorrow.

Lexington School District Two will operate on a normal school day schedule on Wednesday, August 7, for the first day of the 2024-2025 school year. All after-school activities will go on as scheduled Wednesday afternoon.

New Lexington County School District Three is planning to have a regular school day on Wednesday, August 7th. However, this plan could change as the day progresses if the impacts from Tropical Storm Debby begin to worsen.

Lexington School District Four will operate on regular schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, August 7, 2024.

District 5 of Lexington and Richland Counties: At this time, there are no changes to the school schedule. Their first day of school is Thursday, August 8.

We continue to closely monitor the weather in conjunction with Emergency Management, and the National Weather Service and will continue to provide updates as needed.

Wolfpack Families, kindly update one another on any developments to guarantee that all families have the most recent information. Despite the fact that phone calls and emails are made, we are a pack and a pack sticks together and looks after one another. Stay safe, Dr. Vaughn

PACE Academy plans to hold a regular school day on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, with no Afterschool Program. Please note that tomorrow is a regularly scheduled half day. We are closely monitoring Tropical Storm Debby in coordination with local emergency management officials and the National Weather Service. If road conditions deteriorate or wind speeds change, we may need to modify our plans. You will be notified as soon as possible if any changes are made to the schedule for the safety of our students and staff. Updates will be posted on our school websites and social media, and parents and employees will also receive messages from our mass notification system.

Following a discussion with the Board of Directors, Dr.Vaughn reached the decision to dismiss PACE Academy at 12:00 PM, including no Afterschool
Program on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of the Wolfpack families due to the excessive rainfall and potential flooding in low-lying areas. We will continue to monitor and adjust the school’s schedule as needed over the course of the following days.

Update: Following a discussion with the Board of Directors, Dr.Vaughn reached the decision to dismiss PACE Academy at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, April 6, 2024, as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of the Wolfpack families due to the excessive rainfall and potential flooding in low-lying areas. We will continue to
Monitor and adjust the schools’s schedule as needed over the course of the following days.

PACE Academy weather update: PACE Academy is planning for a regular school schedule for Tuesday, August 6.

Dr. Vaughn and the school’s board will continue to monitor the weather forecast for inclement weather due to Tropical Storm Debby using multiple sources, including the National Weather Service. At this time, forecasted wind speeds and rainfall for our area do not warrant a school closure for Tuesday.

Any updates to the regular school schedule for the remainder of the week will be posted on our school page, social media, as well as reported to local news stations. Parents and employees will also receive messages from our mass notification system.

As always, the safety of our students and staff is our top priority.

Good evening PACE Families, We are aware that Governor McMaster has declared a state of emergency in anticipation of Storm Debby. At present, the Governor has directed all agencies to review their policies and procedures. The PACE Academy Board of Directors and I are in constant communication, and we will keep you promptly informed of any changes to school attendance should we need to close due to the storm. Furthermore, lunch menus were distributed on Friday. If you did not receive one, please visit the office on Monday morning to complete one so we can submit our order to the vendor. Kindly note that the price for lunch is $4.75, and breakfast is $2.50. If you have not yet submitted your school lunch program form, please send it with your child to give to their teacher. One form is required per family at PACE Academy. If you have children in other districts, a separate form will need to be completed for PACE Academy as well. We will be sending home a letter to inform you if your child has been approved for free or reduced meals. All lunch fees are to be paid through the EZ School App. New families should receive an email with sign-up instructions. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school. This is our first full week together, and I am excited for all of the children. Our dedicated staff and school board have worked diligently to alleviate some of the first-week jitters and to make transitions smoother for everyone. Have a good evening, and please remember to visit our webpage and social media pages for updates and listen for any phone call notifications regarding potential school closures or schedule adjustments. Sincerely, Dr. Melanie Vaughn

Second-grade students in Ms. Danko’s and Miss Tori's class are eager to begin their academic journey. If your child is struggling with reading, PACE Academy is considering offering an extra 2nd class this year. To learn more and reserve a spot, visit our website at choosepace.org and complete the paperwork to join the waiting list. Additional information will be shared in the next few days.

PACE Academy held its inaugural breakfast on Thursday morning, graciously served by the A’ja Wilson Foundation and A’ja Wilson's parents. The foundation has been an integral part of PACE Academy since its inception in 2021. Following the event, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson traveled to Paris to support their daughter, WNBA star A’ja Wilson, as she represented the United States in the Olympics.

Would your student like to be Principal or Coach for the day?! Would you like to be guaranteed first to pick up your student(s) everyday?! Raffle tickets are available to purchase until 5pm TOMORROW, August 2nd!

https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/f9e72d6c-6fe8-4cff-8038-f6e1f7afc01f

PACE PTO has new spirit wear!! Online ordering is now available, and cash order forms will be available at Open House. We will do a bulk pre-order with delivery in September, and an ongoing online store will be available starting in October through the rest of the year. All pre-order items are discounted $2 each from what they will be in the online store in October.

https://paceacademy.ptboard.com/formvw?store=4987&form=2

Tomorrow is the big day and we could still use your help! The whole family is welcome to join in. If you can, please bring gloves, rakes, shovels, basic tools.

Our PACE PTO will provide pizza and water for all volunteers. Please use the link below to sign up.

https://paceacademy.ptboard.com/sgnvw?signup=3qiw41SSSzCc6CZcU0TcZHN___52mrcqin___m-B0lfL

Tickets available now!!

https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/f9e72d6c-6fe8-4cff-8038-f6e1f7afc01f

We still need volunteers for our Beautification Day! The whole family is welcome to join in. Our PACE PTO will provide pizza and water for all volunteers. Please use the link below to sign up.

https://paceacademy.ptboard.com/sgnvw?signup=3qiw41SSSzCc6CZcU0TcZHN___52mrcqin___m-B0lfL