PANTHER PRIDE FAMILY NEWS
04/27/2026-05/1/2026
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR PARKWOOD PANTEHRS WHO PARTICIPATED IN THE DPS ALL COUNTY CHORUS!
4th Grade
Raedyn B.
Anne M.
Eleanor M.
Juliet R.
Braylon S.
5th Grade
Ava H.
Miah H.
Cole K.
MUSIC DIRECTOR: MRS. L. GUAMAN
Online Scholastic Book Fair page is open until May 3rd.
If you missed the in-person Book Fair, our Online option is still available till May 3rd. Visit our home page, then lick SHOP NOW at the Bottom: https://tinyurl.com/pwbookfairpage
EWALLETS - If you did not use your e-Wallet, it will be converted to an eGift Card that you can use on the Scholastic Website.
2026 - 2027 PTA Nominations Interest Form - Parkwood Elementary PTA
We are searching for individuals that want to be more involved at Parkwood Elementary through PTA.
Parents wanting to be more present at the school.
Family Members that have extra time to give back.
Community Members that want to see their community in action.
Local Businesses that understand it starts with the community.
Consider joining our PTA Board so you can help shape the experiences that happen at Parkwood Elementary. We will be electing 2026 - 2027 PTA Officers at the next Title 1 night in May. Position descriptions and form can be found here: https://tinyurl.com/nominations1
Coach Okie's Field Day moved to May 8th
Signup to Bring Donations here: https://tinyurl.com/parkwoodfieldday1
If you would like to help at the Field Day event, you must be a registered DPS Volunteer, and then sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/parkwoodfieldday
Alejandro
PTA President
At Parkwood Elementary, we love having our families involved in school life! Parents, grandparents, and other family members are always welcome to share their time, talents, and creativity with our students.
There are so many ways to get involved—whether it’s helping out in your child’s classroom once a week, chaperoning a fun field trip, reshelving books in the library, or lending a hand with student clubs and performances. Every bit of help makes a difference!
If you’d like to volunteer in your child’s classroom or a special area, start by chatting with your child’s teacher about the best ways to get involved.
To keep everyone safe, all volunteers must complete the online registration form on the Volunteering at DPS page of the Durham Public Schools website. The form includes your contact information, availability, and interests, as well as a background check. Volunteer applications must be completed each school year for approval.
We can’t wait to see you around Parkwood—thank you for being part of our school community!