Dear Parents,

To ensure a smooth drop-off and pick-up process, we kindly ask you to follow the guidelines below:

• Arrival Time: Please arrive at the school by 6:15 PM to allow enough time for parking and walking to the classroom.
• Parking: Use the designated parking area on the side of Community Middle School. Do not park in front of the school building, as that area is reserved exclusively for teachers.
• Drop-off Zone: If you’re dropping off your child, please do so promptly and avoid parking in the drop-off zone, as this may block traffic.

Once inside the school:

• Class Information:

Parents should know their child’s class details, including the room number, to ensure they are heading to the correct classroom.

• You can log in to the CTA Dashboard using the link below to access your child’s class information, progress reports, and more:
  CTA Dashboard
  After logging in, navigate to: Parent Access > Child Information.

• Student Entry:
  • Grade 2 and above: Students can go directly to their classrooms if they know the room number.
  • PreK to Grade 1: Volunteers will be stationed at the front door to guide these younger students to their classrooms.

Pick-up Times:

• PreK students can be picked up at 7:30 PM.
• Kindergarten students can be picked up at 7:45 PM.
• All other students will be dismissed at 8:00 PM.

We ask for your cooperation with our volunteers at all times to ensure a smooth and efficient process.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

This program not only nurtures a service-minded approach but also helps students accumulate volunteer hours, which are beneficial for college applications. Through their involvement, students can enhance their personal and academic profiles, making a meaningful impact on both the school and the wider community.

Who Can Join the Student Volunteering Program?
The Student Volunteering Program is open to current and graduated students of Vallalar Tamil School.

How is the Student Volunteering Program Structured?
The Student Volunteering Program is offered in two formats:

1. Vallalar Student Volunteering Award (VSVA): All participants in this program will receive the Vallalar Student Volunteering Award (VSVA) in recognition of their community service. A minimum of 10 volunteer hours is required to qualify for this award, which includes a certificate of appreciation from the school.
   
2. President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA): Students who participate in the Student Volunteering Program and are U.S. citizens or permanent residents may also be eligible for the President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA). To qualify for this prestigious award, students must meet specific minimum hour requirements as outlined by the PVSA program.

What is the Vallalar Student Volunteering Award (VSVA)?
The Vallalar Student Volunteering Award (VSVA) was established to recognize the contributions of students who may not be eligible for other volunteer awards, such as those who are dependents of visa holders. This award honors their dedication and service to the community.

To receive the VSVA, students must complete a minimum of 10 volunteer hours in a year. Recipients will be awarded a certificate detailing their total volunteer hours, which can be used to support applications for programs such as the National Honor Society (NHS) and college admissions.

What is the President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA)?
The President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) is a prestigious civil honor awarded by the President of the United States. It recognizes individuals who have dedicated significant hours of their personal time to volunteer and serve their communities. Only U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible for this award, and proof of citizenship or residency is required.

The PVSA was established in 2003 by executive order under President George W. Bush. The award is granted in Gold, Silver, or Bronze levels, depending on the number of volunteer hours completed.

What is the Eligibility for the President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA)?
Citizenship/Residency: Applicant must be a United States citizen or a lawful permanent resident (i.e., green card holder).

Service Requirement: To qualify for the annual awards (Bronze, Silver, Gold), eligible volunteer service must be completed within a 12-month period.

What are the hours required to earn awards in each age group?
Hours Required to Earn PVSA Awards by Age Group:

1. Children (ages 5-10):
   • Bronze: 26-49 hours
   • Silver: 50-74 hours
   • Gold: 75+ hours
2. Young Adults (ages 11-15):
   • Bronze: 50-74 hours
   • Silver: 75-99 hours
   • Gold: 100+ hours
3. Adults (ages 16 and older):
   • Bronze: 100-174 hours
   • Silver: 175-249 hours
   • Gold: 250+ hours

Can volunteer hours served at other nonprofit organizations be combined with those at Vallalar Tamil School for PVSA Awards?
Vallalar Tamil School recognizes volunteer efforts at external organizations by providing appropriate certification for the hours served. However, for these hours to be eligible for consolidation towards the PVSA Awards, Vallalar Tamil School must be able to verify them. If verification is not possible, the PVSA Awards will be granted based solely on the hours volunteered at Vallalar Tamil School.

Please note that Vallalar Tamil School reserves the right to accept or decline hours from other organizations at its discretion, potentially choosing to recognize only those hours served directly at our institution.

What’s the process to get the PVSA?
Vallalar Tamil School is a Certifying Organization for the President’s Volunteer Service Award. Vallalar Tamil School offers students the opportunity to earn this award each year. Vallalar Tamil School’s certification year runs September 1st through August 31st.

What are the benefits of PVSA for School Students?
The PVSA (President’s Volunteer Service Award) honors U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents who have completed the required service hours within 12 months. Recipients of this prestigious award receive a PVSA medallion, a certificate of achievement, and a congratulatory letter from the President of the United States. These accolades can significantly enhance college applications, showcasing the student’s commitment to community service and leadership.

What are the benefits of having PVSA in your college application?
Students’ college applications will stand out from the crowd with the PVSA, providing a unique opportunity to establish themselves as leaders. Whether starting a club, leading an extracurricular program, or making an impact in a respected research area, students must demonstrate the ability to connect with and inspire others. Volunteering hundreds of hours of personal time to help others without expecting anything in return is a powerful testament to a student’s character, paving the way for leadership and respect in college.

To sign-up as a volunteer, please fill-up this form – https://forms.gle/K2LzBHunbhUwhJuJ7

For more details, please reach out to our School PVSA coordinators at pvsa@njvallalarpalli.org

The students should be dropped off between 6:20PM to 6:30PM.  

Lower grade students

• Parents can drop off students inside the classroom and pick up students from their classrooms.
• We request parents to know their child’s classroom number and other information, which were distributed by the class teachers.
• Dropping off students safely inside the classroom and picking up students from the classroom is parent’s responsibility.

Upper grade students

• If the students know their classroom number and comfortable going directly to their classrooms, they can go to their classroom directly.
• Parents can drop off and pickup the students in the hallway near the front doors.

Student admission

njvallalarpalli.org/admission

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• மாணவர்களின் தனித்திறமைகளுக்கு ஒரு களம்
• தமிழர் பண்பாடு சார்ந்த கலைநிகழ்ச்சிகள்
• பெற்றோர்களின் திறமைக்கும் வாய்ப்புகள்
• நியூசெர்சி மாநில இரு மொழி முத்திரை (New Jersey Seal of Biliteracy)
• President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) for High School Students & Volunteers

The students should be dropped off between 6:20PM to 6:30PM.  

Lower grade students

• Parents can drop off students inside the classroom and pick up students from their classrooms.
• We request parents to know their child’s classroom number and other information, which are available in this link for all classes – https://njvallalarpalli.org/classdetails/
• Dropping off students safely inside the classroom and picking up students from the classroom is parent’s responsibility.

Upper grade students

• If the students know their classroom number and comfortable going directly to their classrooms, they can go to their classroom directly.
• Parents can drop off and pickup the students in the hallway near the front doors.

Fees for the Academic year 2022-2023 is $255 for one year (One time payment). Books and all other materials are included in the fee.

Fees can be payed as Check on the first day of the School

Please register the student in the CTA Website – https://www.catamilacademy.org/cta/StudentReg.aspx

The School will conduct a Parent Orientation on Saturday, October 2nd at 11AM through Zoom to explain to the parents about the school syllabus, school procedures, school events, and other details. This is a yearly event to introduce parents to our Tamil School and answer your questions. Please join the Parent Orientation to understand more about our School. Zoom link was sent to Parent’s email.

Date and Time : Saturday, October 2nd at 11AM EST

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நம் பள்ளி குறித்தும், நம் பள்ளியின் பாடத்திட்டம், நடைமுறைகள் குறித்தும் பெற்றோர்களுக்கு அறிமுகம் செய்யும் கூட்டம் வரும் சனிக்கிழமை காலை 11 மணிக்கு சூம் மூலம் நடைபெறும். இந்தக் கூட்டத்தில் கலந்து கொள்ள பெற்றோர்களை அழைக்கிறோம்.