Panther Express

I hope your family had a wonderful and relaxing Thanksgiving holiday. We are excited to welcome our students back to school and are focused on making the final weeks of the calendar year highly productive. As we transition back into our learning environment, we are asking for your support in reinforcing the importance of structure, consistency, and academic focus. Our commitment to high instructional expectations remains our top priority, ensuring that every student can and will LEARN, GROW, and THRIVE.

We are also revisiting the consistency of our classroom routines and procedures. Consistent routines—from entering the classroom to transitioning between activities—are essential for minimizing distractions and maximizing instructional time. This predictable environment is key to student success and well-being.

Thank you for being our partners to ensure your child/children finish the year strong. Please continue to encourage them to get plenty of rest and come to school ready to LEARN, GROW, and THRIVE!

As is our standard communication, please take a moment to review the newsletter in its entirety. Some of the information may be repetitive. However, I hope the information is delivered promptly and consistently to all Park Street families. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions, comments, or concerns.

Your Proud Panther Principal,

Mr. Soto

asoto@marietta-city.org

w: (770) 429-3180, ext. 7016
c: (470) 650-5607

A Quick Morning Drop-Off Reminder

We know how busy and rushed mornings can be, and we appreciate your patience and diligence during our daily drop-off routine.

A safety reminder: please use the designated carpool lane when dropping children off. We have multiple staff members to assist students in exiting the vehicles. Following the established flow in this lane is the single most effective way to ensure the smoothest possible traffic flow and, most importantly, protect everyone's safety—especially our students walking into the building.

Thank you for your continued partnership in keeping our mornings safe and efficient.

Mr. Soto, Dr. Madden, and the Car Duty Team

Any questions regarding Girls on the Run, don't hesitate to get in touch with Mrs. Amanda Cobb

acobb@marietta-city.k12.ga.us

• Wednesday, Dec. 3 - 3:30-5:30 - Music Room

Thursday, Dec. 4 - 3:30-7:00 - Marietta Tree Lighting Performance - Students stay after school and are bused to the event. Parents will pick up their child/children in Marietta Square.

• Wednesday, Dec. 10 - 3:30-5:30 - Music Room
• Wednesday, Dec. 17 - 3:30-5:30 - Music Room

If you have any questions about the Performing Panthers or the Finding Nemo cast, please don't hesitate to get in touch with Mrs. Elena Prestwood at eprestwood@marietta-city.k12.ga.us

Student Health and Attendance

Keeping illness out of the school is one of the best defenses for all types of sickness. If your son or daughter is ill, please keep them home. This allows your child to recover and prevent others from becoming sick.

If your child stays home for more than 48 hours due to an illness, don't hesitate to get in touch with your child's teacher and or Nurse Nicole. Our school nurse is here for guidance and support.

Return to School Protocol

• Symptoms clear within 24 hours → return to school*
• *Must be fever-free for 24 hours

Thank you for helping keep Park Street a healthy place to learn, grow, and thrive.

-Mr. Soto

LUNCH APPLICATION

Girls Inc. Afterschool Program

Marietta City Community Schools: Before and After School Programs

Marietta Police Athletic League (Marietta PALS)

Marietta Boys & Girls Club