IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT COVID-19, SCHOOL CLOSURE & RESOURCES

DISTANCE LEARNING VIDEOS!
VIDEOS INFORMATIVOS & MENSAJES ESPECIALES PARA ESTUDIANTES Y FAMILIAS
2020-21 EMAILS

Thurs 11/19
​Tues 11/17
​Fri 11/13
Wed 11/11
​Thurs 10/29
​Thurs 10/29
​Mon 10/19
​Mon 10/19
Wed 10/14
​Tues 10/13
Fri 10/9
​Thurs 10/8
​Wed 10/7
Wed 10/7​
Sat 10/3
Wed 9/30
​Wed 9/30
Wed 9/30
Sat 9/26
​Thurs 9/24
​Wed 9/23
​Wed 9/16
Mon 9/14
Thurs 9/10


TAPA SUMMER EMAILS
​
Fri 9/4
Wed 9/2
Tues 9/1
​Thurs 8/20
Wed 8/19
Wed 8/5
Tues 7/22
​Wed 7/2​
Wed 6/1
TAPA COVID-19 DAILY EMAILS
Fri 6/5
Thurs 6/4
Tues 6/2
​Mon 6/1
Thurs 5/28
Wed 5/27
​Tues 5/26
Fri 5/22
​Wed 5/20
​Tues 5/19
Mon 5/18
Thurs 5/14
Wed 5/13
Mon 5/11
Thurs 5/7
Wed 5/6
Tues 5/5
Mon 5/4
Fri 5/1
Thurs 4/30
Wed 4/29
Tues 4/28
Mon 4/27
Thurs 4/23
Wed 4/22
Tues 4/21
Mon 4/20
Thurs 4/16
Wed 4/15
Mon 4/13
Fri 4/10
Wed 4/8
Tues 4/7
Mon 4/6
Fri 4/3
Thurs 4/2
Wed 4/1
Tues 3/31
Mon 3/30
Fri 3/27
Thurs 3/26
Wed 3/25
Tues 3/24
Mon 3/23
Fri 3/20
Thurs 3/19
Wed 3/18
Tues 3/17
Mon 3/16
​
COVID-19 NEWS & INFO

SurveyWorks is Live!​ Take the #TAPAWorks Selfie Challenge
The SurveyWorks (or as we call it, #TAPAWorks) survey for parents, staff, and students provides valuable feedback to the school and is a major component of the RIDE renewal and expansion process. We use this data to create committees at the school, adjust our approaches for parent and student engagement, and drive important change.
 
Stations for the parent survey will be at the Honors Breakfast and Parent-Teacher conferences, and computer stations will be left available in the front office. 
 
Parents to take selfies while doing SurveyWorks. We will pick selfie-takers in a raffle to award a Friskie Fries gift card! Make sure you tag your picture with #TAPAWorks
 
Keep an eye out for emails and Skylerts from Ms. Vidal with the TAPA-specific log-in!

SERVICES FOR TAPA FAMILIES - SERVICIOS PARA FAMILIAS DE TAPA
QUICK LINKS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE RI COMMISSIONER OF EDUCATION ANGÉLICA INFANTE-GREEN
Información Importante de la Comisionada de Educación de RI Angélica Infante-Green

     Letter to Families - A new school is underway!
     Carta a Familias -  ¡Un nuevo año escolar está en marcha!

FIRST DAY OF 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR IS MONDAY, AUGUST 26th

8am - 2:55pm at 150 Washington Street
Doors open at 7:30am for breakfast

ATTENTION NEW FAMILIES TO TAPA THIS YEAR: HOME VISITS ARE 8/21/19!
TAPA teaching staff will visit the homes of incoming students for the 2019-2020 school year. Home visits will be scheduled from 8:30 - 5:30pm on Wednesday, August 21st in 30 minute time slots. Families will be contacted in August to schedule visits. For questions about the home visit schedule, contact Zuleika Vidal, (401) 644-7657, ms.vidal@tapaprovidence.org.
TRANSPORTATION
7 - 8 Graders: Yellow school bus transportation will be provided for 7th and 8th grade students through First Student. Families will be informed of bus times and stop assignments prior to the first day of school.

9-12 Graders: High School students meeting distance requirements (living 2 miles or more away from the school) will receive a RIPTA monthly on a monthly basis starting the first full month of the school year, September 2019.
REMINDERS:
The TAPA school day runs 8:00am - 2:55pm. School doors open at 7:30am for breakfast. Students must arrive on time and ready to learn.

If your address has changed, please notify the main office immediately to update your child’s school records. It is important we have the most up to date contact information for each student. You will be asked to complete a Change of Address Form and provide proof of new address.

If any other contact information has changed for your child (people allowed to pick up your child, cell or house number, email, etc.), please contact the main office to update your child’s school records. You will be asked to complete a new Emergency Contact Form.

INFORMATION ABOUT 2019 TAPA SUMMER SKILLS PROGRAM

INFORMACIÓN SOBRE ESCUELA DE VERANO 2019 EN ESPAÑOL
Dear TAPA Families:
After midterms and again after the close of Quarter 3, the parents/guardians of students who are at risk of failing one or more classes for the year (and will be potentially required to participate in Summer Skills) should receive a warning letter.  Please check your child's grades on the Skyward parent portal in case there is an issue with the mail or the address we have on file, as there sometimes is.

This summer, the Summer Skills Program is estimated to run from July 8th - August 1st at a schedule and location to be finalized in June.  In order to qualify for Summer Skills, students must have attended 80% of classes in that subject during the regular school year.

For Lower School students:
  • LS Students must pass all classes in order to advance to the next grade level.
  • Students who fail 1-2 classes will be required to complete those credits in the Summer Skills program.
  • Students who fail more than 2 classes will be retained in their current grade level and must repeat the year.
For Upper School students:
  • US students are seen as part of a graduating class year (2019, 2020, etc).
  • In order to graduate on time with their class year, US students must pass Math and English each year for a total of 4 credits in each subject by graduation.  For this reason, any student who fails Math or English during the regular school year will be required to complete that credit in Summer Skills.
  • US Students may be required to complete Summer Skills for other failed subjects if they have failed that subject in the past.

Please check your child's grades on the Skyward parent portal or by contacting Mr. Sousa or 
Ms. Bryant via email or phone if you are unsure of your child's potential Summer Skills status, (401) 432-7881.


Sincerely,​

Eliza Bryant, Guidance Counselor
Dave Sousa, Dean of Students and Director of Summer Skills
IMPORTANT JUNE DATES
6/14 - Arts Auditions
6/17 - Finals
6/18 - Finals
6/19 - Finals & ArtsFest Rehearsal
6/20 - Finals & Make-ups
6/21 - ArtsFest & Cookout/Last day of school grades 7,9,10,11
6/24 - 6/26 - Bridges Incoming 7th graders and rising 9th graders
6/26 - Last day of school grade 8
PARENT ENSEMBLE MEETINGS/REUNION COMITE DE PADRES
​9/27/19: Potluck Picnic
5-7pm, Dexter Pk, Prov
10/10/18: Meeting,
5:30pm, Cafeteria
11/28/18: Meeting, 5:30pm, Cafeteria
3/13/19: Meeting,
5:30pm, Cafeteria
6/5/19: CANCELLED DUE TO SENIOR AWARDS NIGHT
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES
CONFERENCIAS PADRES Y MAESTROS
​11/14/18, 5-7pm
2/20/19, 5-7:30pm

RICAS TESTING INFO & EXTRA HELP TIPS

FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT RICAS AND TESTING AT TAPA CHECK OUT THE SLIDE PRESENTATION SHARED WITH FAMILIES AT THE 3/13 PARENT ENSEMBLE MEETING.
HERE ARE SOME PRACTICE TEST YOU CAN DO WITH YOUR CHILD TO HELP PREPARE FOR THE TEST:
ELA Practice Tests: http://ricas.pearsonsupport.com/student/practice-tests-ela/
Math Practice Tests: http://ricas.pearsonsupport.com/student/practice-tests-math/

IT'S TIME FOR SURVEYWORKS!
FEBRUARY 15th THRU MARCH 1st
SHARE YOUR OPINION - HELP TAPA IMPROVE - WIN A DD GIFT CARD
#TAPAWorks = WIN WIN!
A shout out to Dennis’ mom, for winning our FIRST Dunkin’ Donuts gift card! Go @mamarosales!!!
A shout out to our SECOND Dunkin' Donuts gift card winner! Great job Madriaga Family!!!

TAPA IS ON THE MOVE!
¡TAPA SE MUDA!

TAPA GEAR Q & A

PREGUNTAS Y RESPUETAS SOBRE MERCANCÍA DE TAPA
IS TAPA GEAR THE NEW TAPA UNIFORM?
TAPA has adopted a new Dress Code. Uniforms are no longer mandatory.

IS PURCHASING TAPA GEAR MANDATORY?
Purchasing TAPA Gear is not mandatory. Students and families may choose to purchase available items through the school to show TAPA pride!

HOW DO I ORDER TAPA GEAR?
Complete an order form, choose desired items and return to the school with payment. Order Forms are available at the main office or from Mr. Sousa, Dean of Students.

WHAT FORMS OF PAYMENT ARE ACCEPTED?
Cash or Check. Please make checks out to TAPA.

CAN I PLACE AN ORDER AND PAY LATER?
No. Orders must be accompanied by full payment. No order will be placed without payment.

WHAT IS THE ORDER TURN AROUND?
Orders are placed the day they are received and take 2-3 weeks to come in.

CAN ORDERS BE PLACED THROUGHOUT THE SCHOOL YEAR?
Yes, anytime.

WILL TAX BE CHARGED ON ORDERS?
The prices marked on the order form is the total price per item. No additional charges will be added to the order.

IS THERE A DISCOUNT FOR FAMILIES PLACING ORDERS FOR MULTIPLE STUDENTS?
No.

DOES THE PRICE PER ITEM INCLUDE THE SCHOOL LOGO OR CREST EMBROIDERY OR SCREEN PRINTING?
Yes.

WILL OTHER ITEMS BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE IN THE FUTURE (knee highs, beanies, scarves/gloves, sweatpants)?
We are working on adding new items once the school year starts.

CAN ORDER ITEMS BE CUSTOMIZED TO CONTAIN MORE THAN JUST THE LOGO OR CREST (student name, graduation year, arts major)?
Not at this time.

Please contact Mr. Sousa, Dean of Students, if you have any more questions about TAPA Gear orders, 401-432-7881, mr.sousa@tapaprovidence.org.
¿ESTA NUEVA MERCANCÍA DISPONIBLE ES EL NUEVO UNIFORME DE TAPA?
TAPA ha adoptado un nuevo código de vestimenta. Los uniformes ya no son obligatorios.

¿EL COMPRAR ESTA MERCANCÍA ES OBLIGATORIO?
El comprar estos artículos no es obligatorio. ¡Los estudiantes y familias pueden elegir comprar artículos disponibles a través de la escuela para mostrar el orgullo de ser parte de la comunidad de TAPA!

¿CÓMO PUEDO HACER UNA ORDEN?
Complete el formulario de pedido, elija los artículos que desea comprar y regrese el formulario a la escuela con la cantidad debida. Formularios de Pedido de Mercancía Escolar pueden ser adquiridos en la oficina de la escuela o a través de Mr. Sousa, Decano de Estudiantes.

¿QUÉ MÉTODOS DE PAGOS SON ACEPTADOS?
Efectivo o Cheques. Favor de hacer cheques a nombre de TAPA.

¿PUEDO HACER UN PEDIDO Y PAGAR DESPUÉS?
No. Los pedidos deben ser acompañados por pago en su totalidad. El pedido no se realizará sin el pago total.

¿CUÁNTO TIEMPO SE TARDA EN RECIBIR LA ORDEN?
Su orden será hecha el día que sea recibida. Ordenes toman de 2-3 semanas para llegar.

¿PUEDEN HACERSE PEDIDOS A TRAVÉS DEL AÑO ESCOLAR?
Si, en cualquier momento durante el año escolar.

¿SE AGREGARÁ IMPUESTOS A LOS PEDIDOS?
El precio listado en el formulario de pedido es el costo total por artículo. Cargos adicionales por impuestos no serán agregados a la orden.

¿HAY UN DESCUENTO PARA FAMILIAS HACIENDO PEDIDOS PARA MÚLTIPLES ESTUDIANTES?
No.

¿EL PRECIO POR ARTÍCULO INCLUYE LA SERIGRAFÍA Y BORDADO DEL LOGO E INSIGNA ESCOLAR?
Sí.

¿HABRÁN OTROS ARTÍCULOS DISPONIBLES PARA LA VENTA EN EL FUTURO (medias, gorros de lana, bufandas/guantes, pantalones de sudadera)?
Estamos trabajando en agregar nuevos artículos una vez que comience el año escolar.

PUEDEN SER LOS ARTÍCULOS PERSONALIZADOS A INCLUIR MÁS QUE EL LOGO O INSIGNIA ESCOLAR (nombre del estudiante, año de graduación, concentración the arte)?
No en estos momentos.

Favor de comunicarse que Mr. Sousa, Decano de Estudiantes si tiene alguna pregunta sobre los pedidos de la Mercancía Escolar de TAPA, 401-432-7881, mr.sousa@tapaprovidence.org.

SERVICES AVAILABLE TO TAPA FAMILIES

ON SITE PANTRY
Non-perishable food items and canned goods available for TAPA families. Boxes are prepared and distributed once a week. (Pasta, canned spaghetti, fruits and veggies, mac & cheese, tomato sauce, peanut butter, rice, cereal, etc.) Packaged items can be picked up by families or sent home with students. Families wanting to take advantage of this program should contact Ms. Vidal at 644-7657, ms.vidal@tapaprovidence.org.

COMPUTER & INTERNET ACCESS
Desktop computers and access to internet available for parent use Monday-Friday. Parents can access the internet to job hunt, email, research, study, accessing online courses, communicating with teachers, etc. Printing of important documents also available. Contact Ms. Vidal to schedule technology access, 644-7657, ms.vidal@tapaprovidence.org.

SERVICES & SUPPORTS FOR FAMILIES EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS
Information, access to community resources and referrals available for displaced families staying in shelters or doubling up with family members or friends. Academic support available to TAPA students of families experiencing homelessness. Please contact Ms. Vidal for more information, 644-7657, ms.vidal@tapaprovidence.org.

SERVICIOS DISPONIBLES PARA FAMILIAS DE TAPA

ALMACEN DE ALIMENTOS
Productos alimenticios no perecederos y productos enlatados disponibles para las familias de TAPA. Las cajas se preparan y se distribuyen una vez por semana. (Pasta, espaguetis enlatados, frutas y verduras, macarrones con queso, salsa de tomate, mantequilla de maní, arroz, cereal, etc.) Los artículos empacados pueden ser recogidos por las familias o enviados a casa con los estudiantes. Las familias que quieran aprovechar este programa deben comunicarse con Ms. Vidal al 644-7657, ms.vidal@tapaprovidence.org

COMPUTADORA Y ACCESO A INTERNET
Computadoras y acceso al Internet disponibles para uso de padres de Lunes-Viernes. Los padres pueden acceder al Internet para buscar empleo, correo electrónico, búsqueda de información, estudiar, acceso a cursos en línea, comunicación con maestros, etc. Impresión de documentos importantes también disponible. Comuniquese con Ms. Vidal para tener acceso a esta tecnología, 644-7657, ms.vidal@tapaprovidence.org

SERVICIOS Y APOYO PARA FAMILIAS QUE EXPERIMENTAN PERDIDA DE HOGAR
Información, acceso a recursos comunitarios y referencias disponibles para familias desplazadas que permanecen en refugios o residen con familiares o amistades. Apoyo académico disponible para estudiantes de TAPA cuyas familias se han quedado sin hogar. Por favor comuníquese con Ms. Vidal para más información, 644-7657, ms.vidal@tapaprovidence.org

SKYWARD ACCESS

TAPA Parents: Please click to access the TAPA Parent web portal through Skyward!