October 2023 Newsletter

Calling all Parkway Alumni! The Parkway Alumni Association is searching for exceptional individuals to join the 2024 Parkway Hall of Fame class! Do you know a fellow graduate who's made a remarkable impact in their career or community? Nominate them today!

The honorees will shine at the Parkway Alumni Association Hall of Fame Gala on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, in the vibrant city of St. Louis. It's a night of celebration and recognition you won't want to miss!

To nominate someone outstanding, simply complete and submit the nomination form online. The deadline for nominating a worthy Parkway alum is March 1, 2024. Let's continue the tradition of honoring our incredible Parkway graduates!

To make a nomination, complete and submit the nomination form here online.

We're thrilled to announce the successful outcome of our recent golf tournament! Thanks to the incredible support of our sponsors, donors, dedicated golfers, and hardworking volunteers, we were able to raise an impressive $12,000.

We'd like to take a moment to express our deep gratitude to our generous sponsors. Their support made a significant impact on the tournament's success, and we encourage everyone to consider supporting these wonderful businesses.

Save the date! Parkway alumni and friends will cheer on the St. Louis Blues on Saturday, November 4 vs. Montreal Canadiens. Purchase special discounted tickets here online. $5 from each ticket goes to support Parkway students, teachers, staff and alumni.

If your reunion details aren't on the website, email them to us!

The PAA is here to help you plan a successful reunion! We can provide contact info and guidance for your event. Plus, our volunteers can man the registration table. Reach out to us at (314) 415-8074 or ParkwayAlumni@ParkwaySchools.net for more info.

Interested in our scholarship programs or want to create one to honor yourself or a loved one? Contact Sandy Riutcel, Executive Director of the Parkway Alumni Association, at 314-415-8074 (office) or sriutcel@parkwayschools.net for details. We're here to support your aspirations and ensure our alumni can continue their academic journey!

Join us at 6:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month for an all-alumni networking event. The group meets in person at the Parkway Administration Center. Hear from alums about their current work and meet other Parkway alumni in our community. To attend, email parkwayalumni@parkwayschools.net to be added to the meeting invite list. Include your name, school, class year, profession, business name and contact info.

Dear Alumni,

It was great to see and meet so many of you at the Annual Golf Tournament this past Saturday at Forest Park. Although the rain and cold tried to discourage us, we had a great time, and the food and awards were outstanding. Thank you to the Golf Committee for such a wonderful event!

It's incredible to think that 2023 is coming to a close, and what a remarkable year it has been! Looking ahead, we're gearing up for one more thrilling Alumni Night, where we'll unite to cheer on the St. Louis Blues. We have just a handful of tickets left, so make sure you secure yours before they're all gone!

As we reflect on the year that's passed, there's so much to be proud of as an alumni association. Our schools have been diligently working to meet the needs of every student, carrying forward the rich legacy of a Parkway education. Before the holiday season sweeps us up in its hustle and bustle, we'd like to ask: Would you be willing to make a gift to support your Parkway Alumni Association? Your generous contribution ensures that our programs continue to make a positive impact on our students and staff. If you are not familiar with the programs our alumni association supports, I encourage you to visit our website to learn more.

All donations are deductible and can be made through our secure online portal.

For This Generation,

Dr. Thomas M. Smith

Katie Harris' (Central '00) beloved support dog, Moxie, wins National American Hero Service Dog! Read about Moxie and Katie's journey in this 5 on Your Side article and in the Jewish Light.

But powerlifting is only one of Goldstein’s (North '75) superpowers. Perhaps her greatest strength is an ability to live in the moment, to be grateful for what she has rather than what she doesn’t, and to embrace people, even strangers, with her warmth and good humor.

Read her story >>

As Costume Designer for Ballets with a Twist in New York City, Catherine Zehr (West '73) is the artistic force behind the company’s costume design. Her creations evoke the origins and essence of each dance with dazzling colors and ornamentation.

Zehr honed her skills while working at major American fashion houses, then by designing and manufacturing attire for her own label. She studied art and design at Washington University and New York's Fashion Institute of Technology, where she and the company delivered the presentation "Designing Costumes for Ballets with a Twist" as part of The Museum at FIT's Fashion Culture series. READ MORE >>

Our four high schools rank in the Top 5% for Best Public High Schools in Missouri! https://ow.ly/Fqa350PUqal released its 2024 rankings this week and on top of that, Parkway School District ranked in the Top 1% for Best School Districts in Missouri!

We're incredibly proud of our students, staff, parents and community that come together to make our schools successful. We appreciate your dedication and are so glad everyone else can see it too.

Our community makes it so easy to be #ParkwayProud.

Our schools wouldn't be who they are without the support of many alumni like you! Parkway is able to provide student-athletes with high-quality and safe athletic experiences. Our corporate partners have helped provide football helmets, soccer goals, wrestling mats, track and field equipment and more for our students. They help ensure the continuation of high-quality education and support for our extracurricular activities.

Thank you to all of our partners for rallying together in support of Parkway students. Please join us as we celebrate their support:

Mercy, Maryville University, Wagner Portrait Group, St. Louis Community College, Commerce Bank, Raising Cane's, Trane and Brown + Co Orthodontics!

Central High's team of four students competed in the Jr. 500 event at World Wide Technology Raceway. Nora Brady won 1st place in the Girl's Division and Akshaj Variath finished 17th out of 40 participants. Thank you to Brandon Franck, Technology and Engineering Teacher at Central High for sponsoring our students.

World Wide Technology's Raceway Gives Program is a non-profit that leverages the resources and technology opportunities associated with motorsports to provide educational programs that enhance opportunities for students. What a thrill for our students!

Claymont Elementary hosts their Multicultural Night to celebrate the many cultures represented in their school. 16 different cultures celebrated and educated one another with conversations, artifacts, music, food, history and more. Thank you Claymont PTO, Dance India, and a local heritage organization, for making this event successful.

Congratulations to Yvonne Shannon and Emily Koo from North High on becoming MSHSAA Class 2 Doubles Girls Tennis State Champions! Yvonne and Emily are the first doubles state champs in the history of Parkway North!

We need help at your school! We have openings for bus drivers, and many others for custodians and grounds crew employees needed to support our families. If you know someone who is interested, please share this with them. Interested applicants can call 314-415-8401 for more information or visit this website.