The Weekly Update #4
October 1st, 2025
Dear Wolf Pack Families,
October is an exciting time in our school year! As the leaves begin to change and the days get a little shorter, our students continue to learn, grow, and make great progress both inside and outside the classroom.
We are excited to have tutoring and math and reading intervention opportunities underway. These supports are designed to meet students where they are, strengthen foundational skills, and help every student feel confident and successful in their learning. We appreciate the partnership of our families as we encourage students to take advantage of these opportunities and continue putting forth their best effort.
Our fall sports season is also beginning to wrap up. We are proud of the dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship our student-athletes have demonstrated throughout the season. Thank you to our coaches, families, and community members who have supported our teams and encouraged our students along the way.
At the same time, we are already looking ahead to winter sports tryouts. We encourage students who are interested in participating to watch for announcements and make sure they are aware of tryout dates, requirements, and expectations. Athletics provide our students with wonderful opportunities to build confidence, develop friendships, and learn the value of commitment and teamwork.
As we move further into the school year, we want to thank our entire school community for your continued support. Our students thrive when school and home work together, and we are grateful for the many ways our families and community partners contribute to their success.
Thank you for being an important part of our middle school community. We look forward to a productive and successful October!
With appreciation,
Jamal T. McGee
Principal
National School Lunch Week Oct 12-16
October is National Bullying Awareness month
Unity Day! Wear Orange!
Ms. Hill
8th Grade Counselor
Ms. Hill is excited to be joining Parkwood Middle School as the 8th-grade school counselor. She can't wait to meet all of the students and families and be part of the Wolfpack Community.
Mrs. Skrutowski
School Nurse
Mrs. Skrutowski brings more than 30 years of experience as a registered nurse, including 19 years with Union County Public Schools. She is excited to join Parkwood Middle as the school nurse and looks forward to getting to know and supporting the students, families, and staff.
Ms. Smalls
7th Grade Counselor
Ms. Smalls is excited to join the PWMS family as a school counselor. She is passionate about supporting students' academic, social, and emotional growth and is looking forward to building meaningful relationships in the Wolf Pack community.
🎉 Big Things Happening with our PTO!
From events to celebrations, don’t miss what’s going on in our school community.
Chromebooks and Chargers
Please make sure your student's Chromebook and charger is labeled with their first and last name. Masking tape works great, or Ms. Boswell in the Media Center has labels she can give students.
Cell Phone Policy
Phones must be off and away while at school!
Food and Nutrition
To put money on your student's account or check the balance: https://www.payschoolscentral.com/
Breakfast Menu: https://myschoolmenus.com/organizations/3326/sites/17249/menus/110522
Lunch Menu: https://myschoolmenus.com/organizations/3326/sites/17249/menus/110529