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Dear Parents and Guardians,

All 8th grade students will take the PSAT 8/9 on Tuesday, October 6th. This is a digital test that helps students and teachers identify academic strengths and areas for growth as they prepare for high school and beyond.

The PSAT 8/9 is part of the College Board’s SAT Suite of Assessments and gives students an early opportunity to experience the types of questions they will see on future PSAT and SAT exams. Please note that no testing accommodations will be offered for this administration of the PSAT 8/9.

For more information about the PSAT 8/9, including details about the test and access to practice tests, please visit the College Board website: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/in-school-assessments

Thank you for your support as we help our students prepare for this important step in their academic journey.

You all are getting better, but we need all of our Puma Families to help make our parking lot safe and efficient! Please make a right turn when you leave the parking lot. Please do not use the center parking area as a drop off lane. Student safety is a must and getting our kids inside and learning before 8:20 is essential.

Our parking lot is small and does not easily accommodate the number of people who wish to travel it. We need you to follow the rules so that students are safe and everyone can get to where they need to be. Not doing so, puts all of us at risk. Be patient.

Here are the rules/expectations:

1. No cars enter the back parking lot in the morning or in the afternoon till after 4 pm.

2. Drop off occurs in the front parking area or along Pfennig -- only the side closest to Park Crest and never in the fire lane.

3. There are 2 lanes of traffic in the front loop and no drop off should take place in the parking area. Please do not block others' ability to park.

4. There is a RIGHT TURN ONLY sign posted on our property -- this means that ALL cars must turn right when leaving the front loop. If you turn left, you are taking the chance of receiving a citation. Police are watching and writing tickets for this behavior.

5. Making a U-TURN on Pfennig after you make the right turn is dangerous. Please do not put our children in danger to save a few minutes.

6. You may not park on the far side of Pfennig at pick up -- it is a traffic violation.

7. Buses cannot turn onto our road if you are parked too close to the corner at Railroad. Be courteous and move your car to a new location.

Ultimately, we want to keep our students safe. Drivers - you must make decisions to provide safety for all of our PUMAS!

Absences: Brittany.Parish@pfisd.net

Registration/Skyward Contacts: Mattie.Clubb@pfisd.net

Medication/Immunization Questions: Jennifer.Boulay@pfisd.net

Teacher Contact Emails: https://pcms.pfisd.net/about-us/staff

The PCMS Yearbook is currently on sale for $35 through October 16th. The price will increase to $40 from October 17 to January 29, and then to $45 for the remainder of the school year. The yearbook has sold out for the last three years, so buy your yearbook now at the lowest price. To purchase your yearbook, go to www.jostens.com/bts/3185018 or call (877)767-5217.

PCMS 8th grade parents can also purchase a yearbook recognition ad to celebrate your student's remarkable journey. Go to jostensadservice.com/student to set up an account to purchase a recognition ad. All student recognition ads must be purchased and created by February 2nd. Let Ms. Scarbo know if you have any questions about the yearbook by sending an email to debra.scarbo@pfisd.net or call (512)594-2551.

If your student has been receiving their lunch via the free and reduced lunch program, their membership ended this week. Please renew now!

Free and Reduced lunch status serves two things:

- Children receive lunch at a free or reduced cost status.

- The overall percentage of students who qualify puts our school into a category that helps us with: 1) funding for our school. We are able to employ a Parent Liaison with the funds we collect. 2) School Accountability - In the TEA system, we receive a score that measures our success compared to schools that "look" like Park Crest. Our success will continue in one area of the rubric the state calculates with your completed application submitted.

Please complete the application for Free and Reduced Lunch status. Students who have previously qualified for free lunch will lose their status in September. Not only does this status affect children's ability to eat for free, it also helps our school continue to qualify for additional funding through the federal government. We use this money to purchase addition staffing positions, student opportunities, materials, and more. Our state accountability is directly impacted by our qualification number. Please apply today! LINK

PLEASE FILL OUT THIS PAPERWORK TODAY!

The new bleachers are being completed! We should have our home game here at Park Crest this week! See you on Thursday to support our students!

Park Crest is heading to the district meet this week! See Coach Shipley's information that will be coming soon!

PUMA PRIDE – THE GRIND CONTINUES!

This week, our Pumas faced a tough challenge against Bohls Middle School, resulting in a split decision.

Our 7th Grade Pumas suffered their first loss of the season, falling 25–6. Despite the outcome, our athletes fought hard and competed until the final whistle. One game does not define our season, and we're ready to bounce back!

Our 8th Grade Pumas kept their winning streak alive with another dominant defensive performance, securing a 20–0 shutout victory! Their continued effort, discipline, and teamwork have been exciting to watch.

BELLA VITA REALTY PLAYERS OF THE WEEK

Offensive Player of the Week – Kamdyn Selby

• 114 Rushing Yards

• 2 Touchdowns

Defensive Player of the Week – Tyson Washington

• 9 Tackles

• 5 Tackles for Loss

• 3 Sacks

Congratulations to both athletes for their outstanding performances!

MONDAY

• 7th Grade: Morning practice | Doors open at 6:30 AM

• 8th Grade: After-school practice until 4:30 PM

TUESDAY – GAMEDAY!

• Walk-through during the athletic period

• BLACKOUT: Kelly Lane vs. PCMS (HOME)

• 7th Grade: 6:00 PM

• 8th Grade: 7:00 PM

WEDNESDAY

• Recovery practice during the athletic period

THURSDAY

• 7th Grade: Morning practice | Doors open at 6:30 AM

• 8th Grade: After-school practice until 4:30 PM

FRIDAY

• Practice during the athletic period

Thank you to our parents, families, and community for your continued support. Our athletes are learning that success isn't just about winning games; it's about how we respond to adversity, remain disciplined, and continue working together.

ONE TEAM. ONE FAMILY. ONE MISSION.

GO PUMAS!

For more information please check SportsYou or contact

Shawn.Sheridan@pfisd.net for Boys Athletics

Crystal.Hinojos@pfisd.net for Girls Athletics