PCK Weekly Newsletter

Dear PCK Families,

As we look forward to a restful Thanksgiving break, I’m reaching out to ask for your support in the Foundation's Annual Giving Campaign. Your generosity directly strengthens the programs and opportunities that make our school exceptional.

Excellence is intentional, and every contribution helps us invest in the resources our students and teachers need to achieve that excellence. If PCK has made a positive impact on your family, I invite you to consider making a gift that reflects that value. Any amount goes a long way in helping us to achieve our mission of developing critical thinkers, responsible citizens and future leaders.

Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping ensure a future of excellence for PCK students and staff.

With appreciation,

Dr. Leanne Weyman

Hello PCK Families,

As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, we want to share how thankful we are for each of our families at PCK. Your commitment to choice education and your belief in selecting a school that aligns with your values and aspirations for your children creates a powerful partnership. Your commitment to your child, shown through intentional daily encouragement and engaged learning at home, creates well-prepared students.

Together, we are committed to excellence that is shaped by hard work, grit, and perseverance. As a team, we create a powerful environment that supports our students and celebrates the results of their dedication. As we enter this season of gratitude, please know how deeply we appreciate your partnership, your support, and the excellence you help champion in our school.

This break offers a wonderful opportunity to pause, rest, and reconnect. During this time we encourage you to spend time doing things that spark curiosity and the joy of learning in your household:

• Curl up with a great novel together (check out these recommendations from our neighboring Core Knowledge Charter School).

• Learn something new about your child's passions.

• Capture your family adventures in a simple writing journal.

• Play a board or card game.

• Learn a new skill alongside your child.

When parents show excitement about learning, children can feel it. These simple moments, reading together, asking questions, and exploring interests, help strengthen the love of learning we all desire to nurture in our children. Your engagement makes a lasting difference.

Wishing you and your family a warm, joyful, and restful Thanksgiving break.

We can't wait to hear the tales of your break!

With gratitude,

Stephanie Harper

Breanna Warburton

Hello PCK Families!

I first wanted to say thank you for your time and attention regarding the traffic safety videos. I've had mostly good feedback regarding having visuals of the areas being discussed. I'll continue putting more out as any additional concerns arise.

As we close in on winter break and the start of the next semester, I wanted to share more information about the classroom education I've been conducting and will continue into January and February. The Y.E.S.S. (Youth Education and Safety in Schools) program, which is through the Digital Future Initiative (DFI), has been taught at PCK for the last few years to 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. The three topics presented are digital citizenship, healthy relationships, and substance use. Each lesson is age-specific and is presented in a manner to target specific education for that grade level.

As your students begin having these classes, please have open conversations with them regarding what they learned. If you have any questions about the lessons, I encourage you to reach out.

I hope everyone has an amazing Thanksgiving break that is full of good food and great company!

Stay healthy, happy, and safe!

Deputy Sandifer

The PCK Spirit Rock is still available for all PCK families to rent! All proceeds directly support our 8th grade graduation, helping us create a memorable celebration for our students.

Located on the east side of the main parking lot, the Spirit Rock is open for families to decorate with personalized messages. Celebrate a student’s birthday, highlight special milestones, share words of encouragement, or simply spread positivity throughout our community. It’s a fun and meaningful way to get involved and show your school pride.

Click the button below to reserve your date for the Spirit Rock.

We’ve created another video resource in collaboration with Deputy Sandifer to help further clarify our carpool procedures. This week’s update focuses specifically on drivers picking up students from the South Loop, and entering PCK from the south.

We hope these resources continue to support strong collaboration among our parents and contribute to a safe, and efficient carpool. If you have any questions about carpool, or would like to view any of our previous video resources, please click the button below.

Orders for our Square 1 Art fundraiser will close next week! The final day to submit orders is Tuesday, November 25. This fundraiser gives families a wonderful opportunity to purchase their student’s artwork on a variety of household items such as pillows, blankets, mugs, and more. You can even use artwork from previous years.

To browse your student’s artwork and place an order, simply click the button below and enter your student’s name along with Core Knowledge Charter School as their school. Thank you for supporting our art department!

Our art department is now collecting rocks for a collaborative project involving both community members and staff. Throughout December, we are seeking rocks that are approximately four to six inches in diameter. Donations can be placed in the bin located in front of the health room. The completed project will be unveiled at the end of the school year. Full details on donations and this project can be found by clicking the button below.

Matilda Jr. ticket sales are closing soon! If you haven't already purchased your tickets, you can do so by clicking the button below. Performances are at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. this Saturday, November 22. Please note that there will be no cash sales at the door, and tickets must be purchased online.

Additionally, auditions for Tuck Everlasting will take place right when we return from break on Monday, December 1, and Tuesday, December 2.

Auditions are open to 7th and 8th grade students. While they may not audition, 6th graders are welcome to open enroll to participate in the chorus.

If your student is interested in auditioning, they must sign-up for an audition. This can be done by your student by selecting a time via the button below.

We would like to inform all families that the Late Testing Lab will be cancelled on Wednesday, December 3 when we return from break.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. If your student intends to go to Late Testing Lab on this day, they should be picked up at their regular carpool time.

We are continuing our search for a new team member to join our preschool as a Preschool Floater. This role supports classroom activities by preparing materials for daily lessons and assisting with supervision of children both in the classroom and on the playground as needed.

If you or someone you know may be interested in this opportunity, please click the button below to view the full job posting and submit an application.

At the moment our only club open for registration is our Homework Club, which meets from 3:20 to 4:15 p.m. You can find more information about the club and registration below.

Meeting Dates: Monday-Thursdays

Meeting Location: Room 115

Grades: 3-6

Homework Club is different from our other clubs, as it will take place all school year. At this club students will have the opportunity to work on their homework while a teacher is there to guide them through their work.

Last night, the Board heard from Deputy Sandifer and PCK’s Dean of Students, Mr. Minshall. They spoke about their shared goal of ensuring that PCK remains a welcoming environment for everyone. They also highlighted the standards in place, such as the PCK Behavior Matrix, that help maintain a safe and supportive school community.

Following their presentation, the Board received the Director’s Report from Dr. Weyman. She discussed the school's desire to increase communication with parents around the values and beliefs that must be shared in order to provide the most supported experience for students.

The Board also received an update on the Foundation’s Annual Giving Campaign, approved an update to the enrollment policy, and reviewed school finances and the most recent audit.

The next Board of Directors meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 16, at 6:30 p.m. in the Events Center. All community members are welcome to attend.

Prepare for liftoff! We’re excited to launch the 2025 Annual Giving Campaign!

This year we’re centering our campaign around “One Team. One Dream. One Day.” As Colorado Gives Day approaches on Tuesday, December 9, we invite our community to come together and take part in this meaningful tradition of giving with our school.

Donations open today, Thursday, November 20, and will remain open until Wednesday, December 31.

You can donate by scanning the QR code above, or by clicking the button below. Any amount helps. Even $1 can make a big difference in the experience of our students. Thank you for being a part of our community.

Our next meeting will take place on Wednesday, December 10 at 8:15 a.m. in the MS Commons. This meeting will have a virtual option, which can be found in the newsletter the week before this meeting.

We warmly invite the PCK community to join us for an opportunity to engage with our team and learn more about the vital role we play within Parker Core Knowledge.

The SAC serves an essential function by providing accountability in an advisory capacity. Our purpose is to inform, encourage, and create opportunities for parents or guardians to engage meaningfully with the school's performance, budget and improvement plans.

For this week’s Volunteer Spotlight, we are delighted to recognize the thoughtful surprise caramel apple bar organized by our PTO for our staff. This delicious gesture was not only a festive way to welcome the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, but it also created a warm moment of connection and gratitude within our school community.

Our staff felt truly appreciated and uplifted by this unexpected treat. Many staff members shared how meaningful it was to know their hard work is seen and valued. It was a simple surprise that left a lasting impact.