Panther Weekly

The 2025 Parkview Pause Magazine is in and is absolutely fantastic. All students who contributed to the magazine are to be commended. Special thanks to our Editor in Chief, Jordan Magee, and our Editor Emeritus, William Pearson.

If you teach any of the following students, please take a moment and congratulate them on being published. Also, encourage them to come by my room (10.109) and get a copy of the magazine. If you would like a copy of the magazine for yourself or for your classroom, let me know and I will have the students bring one to you.

Writing:

Fatema Alam, Suha Alam, Salsabil Ata, Piper Atwood, Karissa Best, Aubrey Cooper, Yanet Erikhum, Micah Garcia, Antoine Glasgow, Anaya Gomez, Caroline Hamilton, Kent Han, Isabella Hennington, Autumn Ingalls, Layah Ivey, Acacia Kalamba, McKayla Kauffman, Austin Kener

Mohammod Khan Arnob, Jordan Magee, Hannah Mason, Damian Moss, Neha Patel, Tanya Patel, William Pearson, Diana Peterka, Riyaa Roy, Megan Rzepka, Gimmy Samson, Amy Sanchez, Prisha Sapkota, Laila Sloggy, Abigail Soloman, Natasha Soto, Sivinah Tan, Liam Townsend, Shaliza Vegdani, Emmie Walls, Sharon Wang, Jamal Williams

Music Composition:

Judah Giedd

Visual Art:

Mariam Naqvi (cover art), Shrushti Babwani, Allie Bock, Emily Cambron-Sanchez, Jia Chagani, Sara Emdad, Dyana Flores ,Samuel George, Asmaa Jasseb, An Le, Abigail Liwosz, Alexis Martinez, Grayson Mayhew, Sivagami Meyyappan, Rosemary Moreno, Moxie Mueller, Nidhi Pachotia, Deepali Patel, Mink Prior, Faria Rashid, Charlotte Reagin, Kristen Reed, Aaliyah Simmons, Sieanna Simmons, Jackson Snyder, Brandon Torres, Nalanie Tran, Lily Wethington-Mercer

Congratulations to all.

Limited copies are available to students in Mr. Westbrooks room # 10.109

Congratulations to Aryan Damani for making it as a finalist in the vocal performance and instrumental category for The School of Beats Music Technology Competition. He will perform these compositions live at The Believe Music Hall in Atlanta on Thursday, May 8th at 5PM. Please join us in wishing him good luck!

Girls lacrosse season came to end last night after a tough game against Denmark for the 2nd round of playoffs. Goals scored by Ryan Rucker and Sophia Berryman. GOAT award of the game went to Carly Rutherford. Grace Moseley in goal had 8 saves and two interceptions.

We had a historic season this year, winning first place in our area for the first time in program history. We have 4 seniors playing in college next year: Grace Moseley, Kim Lam, Meosha Linen, and Ashley Darby. We are proud of this team!

Parking for the 2025-2026 school year will go on sale on:

May 12 - June 2 - Rising Seniors

June 3 - June 17 - Rising Juniors

June 18 - July 7 - All other students

You can purchase your spot on MyPaymentsPlus on the above dates for $70. Spaces are limited and only students who have purchased a spot will be allowed to park on campus.

The last day to charge a meal in the cafeteria was April 30th. Students must have money on their meal accounts to purchase food in the cafeteria.

Yearbook distribution will be Wednesday and Thursday, May 7th and 8th, during all lunches. We will be distributing books from the Wrestling Room in the cafeteria. If you have pre-purchased a book, please come pick it up during your lunch period. Yearbooks are available for pre-purchase only through Jostens.com. You must present your student ID or driver’s license in order to pick up your book, and students are not allowed to pick up a book for a friend or sibling.

Senior letters are a huge tradition at Parkview! The letters are given to the seniors in a large envelope at the senior breakfast preceding rehearsal on May 21st. Please help make this a special event for our seniors by sending a letter to a friend, sibling, son/daughter, or student who is graduating.

If you are planning on writing senior letters, please have them posted before May 1st so we can make sure your special senior receives it. You may also drop letters off to the main entrance vestibule or to the main office until May 15th.

• Please use standard letter-size or greeting card size envelopes.
• Write the student’s legal first and last name on the outside of the envelope.
• Please include letters ONLY. NO gifts!
• Due to volume and time constraints, we will be unable to print emailed messages.
• We will only file envelopes sent to PHS or dropped off at the school by the deadline.

The Mountain Park branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library is seeking student volunteers ages 14-17 to assist at their Summer Reading table, welcoming families and signing them up for the program.

Pick as many 2-hour shifts (10am through 6pm) during June and July as you’d like, and you can earn credit for service hours, or just be a part of the library crew.

Contact Stacey Moura at smoura@gwinnettpl.org for more information or to join the team!

Parent and student drivers, please remember to follow the instructions of the staff members directing traffic. Please always follow the directions they are giving you. Remember they are directing traffic to help to keep our students and staff members safe and to increase the flow of traffic. In the afternoon, carpool is limited to the Camp Creek side of campus. Please do not drive up Panther Drive in the afternoon unless you have a blue hang tag. If you do, please note, they will be stopping you and redirecting you to the correct carpool lane. Thank you for helping to keep our students and faculty safe.

• Urgent Messages can be delivered to the Attendance Office.
• The school does not accept flowers, balloons and other non-school items for delivery to students.
• If you deliver items left at home, we are not responsible for getting items to the student. You must let them know to pick them up.
• No outside food is allowed to be delivered except packed lunches from home. That means... NO DELIVERIES OF FOOD ANYWHERE ON CAMPUS FROM PARENTS OR DELIVERY SERVICES

We are preparing for Spring semester final exams. Students should take all final exams during the scheduled time based on the calendar below. Final Exams are not administered prior to the schedule below. Students with an excused absence who miss a final exam prior to May 21st should arrange a time with their teacher for a make up opportunity.

It is very important that students attend school during final exams. Students that miss final exams must have an excused and approved absence.

Spring Final Exam Schedules:

• Wednesday, May 14th – 7th and 6th period SENIORS ONLY
• Friday, May 16th – 1st period
• Monday, May 19th – 4th period & 2nd period
• Tuesday, May 20th – 5th period & 3rd period
• Wednesday, May 21st – 6th period & 7th period

Wednesday, May 14th

Special Bell Schedule

7th Period - Senior 7th Period Final Exams

7:15 AM – 9:20 AM

1st period

9:27 AM - 10:15 AM

4th Period

10:22 AM - 11:09 AM

4A - 10:15 AM - 10:43 AM

4B - 10:48 AM - 11:09 AM

5th Period

11:16 AM - 12:03 PM

5A - 11:09 AM - 11:37 AM

5B - 11:42 AM - 12:03 PM

6th Period - Senior 6th Period Final Exams

12:10 PM - 2:10 PM

6A - 12:03 PM - 12:31 PM

6B - 12:36 PM - 12:57 PM

Friday, May 16th

Special Bell Schedule

1st period – Final Exam Testing Block

7:15 AM – 9:20 AM

2nd period

9:27 AM – 10:00 AM

3rd period

10:07 AM – 10:40 AM

4th Period

10:47 AM – 11:37 AM

4A - 10:47 AM – 11:09 AM

4B - 11:15 AM – 11:37 AM

5th Period

11:44 AM – 12:34 PM

5A - 11:44 AM – 12:06 PM

5B - 12:12 PM – 12:34 PM

6th Period

12:41 PM – 1:31 PM

6A - 12:41 PM – 1:03 PM

6B - 1:09 PM – 1:31 PM

7th Period

1:38 PM - 2:10 PM

Final Exam Bell Schedule

May 19th – 21st

Exam Block

7:15 AM – 9:25 AM

Break

9:25 AM – 9:35 AM

Exam Block

9:35 AM – 11:45 AM

Final Exams will be given online. Student must bring their GCPS issued Chromebook (charged) and a charger.

Please be sure to attend school for these testing days.

Thank you,

Panther Assessment Office

From the Attendance Office

Dear Parkview Families,

We would like to inform you about the upcoming 2nd semester final exams schedule. Please take note of the following important dates and details:

May 14th:

• Seniors will take their 7th period final exam from 7:15 AM to 9:20 AM.

• Seniors will take their 6th period final exam from 12:10 PM to 2:10 PM.

• There will be NO check-outs during exam times.

May 16th:

• All students will take their 1st period final exam from 7:15 AM-9:20 AM.

• Students will attend the rest of their classes with a modified schedule.

• There will be NO check-outs during exam times.

May 19th-21st:

• We will follow a block schedule for final exams (two exams per day).

• Students will take all final exams during the scheduled times based on the final exam schedule.

• Students will not be allowed to take any final exams early.

• Students with excused or approved absences who miss a final exam prior to May 21st should arrange a time with their teacher for a make-up opportunity.

• Students will be released from school at 11:45 AM on these days. We appreciate families planning appointments for after this time.

Important Reminders:

• There will be no check-outs from May 19th-21st.

• Students who arrive late for exams will be admitted to class, but their final exam time will remain as scheduled.

• Students who choose not to attend their Advisement period must ensure they have transportation to avoid missing their final exam scheduled for that day.

• For more information, see the Panther Weekly Newsletter.

We appreciate your understanding and flexibility and hope this information helps you plan accordingly. Thank you for your cooperation and support.

Click Here for more info on GCPS Summer School

Gwinnett County Public Schools' Face-to-Face High School Summer School is a fee-based program that allows students to take courses to get ahead or to make-up a class previously failed. Courses are available to all high school students, including selected courses for rising 9th graders. Face-to-Face high school locations are Grayson High School, Norcross High School, and Seckinger High School.

Registration opens: April 1, 2025

Registration closes: May 23, 2025

Register via MyPaymentsPlus (Acceptable forms of payment: credit/debit card or electronic check)

Summer school dates: June 9 - July 2 (June 19 is a holiday)

Online summer school classes will be offered through Gwinnett Online Campus. Courses are available to all high school students, including selected courses for rising 9th graders. Note: Students will be invited to an optional virtual orientation on the first day of class, June 2. All courses will require a face-to-face final exam at our GOC campus, located at 713 Hi Hope Road in Lawrenceville.

Registration Opens: March 3, 2025

Registration Closes: May 23, 2025

Register via MyPaymentsPlus (Acceptable forms of payment: credit/debit card or electronic check)

Summer School Dates: June 2 - June 27

Don't forget that Health and Personal Fitness (PE) are required courses in Gwinnett County Public Schools. If you have not taken these courses and would like to take them as summer courses through Parkview, please follow this link for more information.

Please visit the College & Career Center for information on scholarships, college financing, career information and many other helpful services. See Ms. Ramos in room # 10.154 or visit the website

🎓 SENIOR UNIVERSITY MEET & GREET 🎓

📅 When: Wednesday, May 7, 2025
⏰ Time: During 4th, 5th, & 6th Periods
📍 Where: Theatre Lobby

🎓 For: Seniors ONLY who have committed to a university, technical college, or military

What’s happening:
We’re hosting an exciting Meet & Greet exclusively for seniors who have committed to a university! It’s a great opportunity to connect with fellow students who may be attending the same school and share your excitement about the future.

How to participate:

• Sign up in advance to get your golden ticket google classroom advisement page 🎟️

• Wear your university apparel (let’s show off those school spirits!)

• Your pass will be delivered to you once you sign up. It’s your ticket to enter the event!

This is a chance to celebrate the next step in your academic journey, meet like-minded students, and get pumped up for what’s to come!

🔗 Sign up Here to reserve your spot!

ONLY SENIORS : Starting in April, we will be hosting Free Money Fridays every Friday! This initiative is designed to inform you about scholarships that are available based on your major, if you’re eligible. To participate, please set up an appointment to receive more information on available scholarships. Appointments will be brief (10 minutes), so make sure to come prepared with your major information.

Click here to get started on setting your appointment

Click here for PHS tutoring sessions.

Please read all of the instructions below to request a final transcript. You can expect your transcript to be mailed after June 9, 2025.

1. If your transcript is going to a college or university in Georgia:

• You will need to send your transcript through GAfutures.org. Please remember – Parkview must have your social security number on file for you to send your transcript. You can request your transcript starting June 2nd, 2025.

2. If you are not attending a college or university in Georgia:

• If you need a paper copy mailed, go to MyPaymentsPlus and pay the $5 fee per transcript request for paper copies of your transcript.
• Have the name and full mailing address of your college or university ready, and enter it into the boxes asking for the address on MPP. **Please note - Incomplete or inaccurate mailing address will delay your transcript being sent. Parkview is not responsible for obtaining college addresses.

NAVIANCE: Any final transcripts requested through Naviance will NOT be sent. Students can ONLY send final transcripts through GA Futures or MyPaymentsPlus. This does not happen automatically; the student must make the request online.

NCAA: Any junior or senior with an NCAA certification account will automatically have their final transcript uploaded during the second week of June. Please email any questions to Mrs. Mehlhorn.

Seniors, if you are a former student of one of our cluster elementary schools, please consider joining in for their Senior Walk!

If you attended Mountain Park Elementary, you are invited to lead our 5th grade walk after the celebration ceremony on Tuesday, May 20. Parking is limited on our campus, so please plan accordingly.

If you plan on attending the 5th grade walk at Mountain Park ES on May 20, please fill out this short form.

May 20, 2025
Arrive: 9:30 AM at the front office
Walk: 10:00 AM
Wear your Caps and Gowns

Mountain Park ES Sign Up

If you attended Arcado Elemendary School you are invited to lead our 5th grade walk!

May 20, 2025

Arrive: 1:15pmpm

Walk: 1:30pm

Wear you Caps and Gowns

Arcado ES Sign Up

If you attended Knight Elementary, you are invited to our Class of 2025 Senior Walk

May 20, 2025

Arrive at 9:45am

Walk at 10:00am

Wear your Caps and Gowns

Knight Elementary Sign Up

If you are a former Camp Creek student, join us for the Class of 2025 Senior Walk

May 19, 2025

Arrive at 12:15pm

Walk at 12:30pm

Wear your Caps and Gowns

Camp Creek Elementary Sign Up

The Parkview PTSA would like to invite all Parkview Seniors to participate in the 2025 Baccalaureate Ceremony at Mountain Park United Methodist Church on Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 3:00pm.

The Baccalaureate will be student led with speeches from the I made a difference teacher and guest speaker, Ryan Sauers. A baccalaureate is a non-secular farewell ceremony for graduating seniors, all faiths are invited and welcome!

Senior Dues need to be paid through Scholastic Images. Please pay these dues ASAP. The order for Senior Picnic shirts will be placed soon and we want to include your senior. See the Senior packet for more information or email Mrs. Reynolds with any questions.

Please check the Parkview website throughout the year for Senior updates and follow parkview.hs.seniors on Instagram

Cap & Gown portraits and exclusive products are now available to view and purchase through CADY! Celebrate this achievement with new offerings like tassel frames, yard signs, mugs, and more. Deadline to order your items to receive them by Graduation is Thursday, April 3rd. Click the link to view & order now! cady.com/capgown25

The Class of 2025 Senior Packet is now available! Click here to view the digital version or to download the PDF.

Do you want to order flowers for your special graduate?

Click here to pre-order bouquets that will be available for pick up at graduation.

All online orders will be available for pickup on site the day of the graduation. To retrieve your order, please stop by our booth located conveniently at the entrance to the graduation before the ceremony begins.

*Please note that times and dates of athletic events are subject to change. Please check the Parkview Athletics Calendar on the Parkview website for updates or click here for the County RankONE Schedule. Students, please check with your club sponsor with questions about meeting times and locations.

Parkview school calendar

May 5

AP Bio - 8:00am – 12:00pm - Exam Check in is from 7am-7:30am

AP Microeconomics - Exam Check in is from 11:30am-12pm

Please be on time.

Bring your fully charged school-issued Chromebook and charger to each exam!

May 6

AP Chemistry - 8:00am - 12:00pm - ExamCheck in is from 7am-7:30am

AP Human Geography - 8:00am - 12:00pm - Exam Check in is from 7am-7:30am

AP US Government and Politics - 12:00pm – 4:00pm - Exam Check in is from 11:30am-12pm

Please be on time.

Bring your fully charged school-issued Chromebook and charger to each exam!

May 7

AP English Lit & Comp - 8:00am - 12:00pm - ExamCheck in is from 7am-7:30am

AP Computer Science A - 12:00pm – 4:00pm - Exam Check in is from 11:30am-12pm

Please be on time.

Bring your fully charged school-issued Chromebook and charger to each exam!

May 7

College Bound Seniors Meet & Greet @ 10:15am – 1:15pm

Location: Theater Lobby

You must sign up for this event. Check your Advisement eClass

May 8

AP Stat- 8:00am - 12:00pm - ExamCheck in is from 7am-7:30am

AP World- 12:00pm - 4:00pm - Exam Check in is from 11:30am-12pm

Please be on time.

Bring your fully charged school-issued Chromebook and charger to each exam!

May 8

Chorus Concert @ 7:00 – 9:00pm

Location: Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 5801 Hugh Howell Rd. Stone Mountain, GA, 30087

May 9

AP USH- 8:00am - 12:00pm - ExamCheck in is from 7am-7:30am

AP Chinese-12:00pm - 4:00pm - Exam Check in is from 11:30am-12pm

AP Macro- 12:00pm - 4:00pm - Exam Check in is from 11:30am-12pm

Please be on time.

Bring your fully charged school-issued Chromebook and charger to each exam!

Track & Field State Championships @ 10am

Location: Carrolton HS, 202 Trojan Drive, Carrollton, GA 30117

May 9&10

Spring Dance Concerty @ 7:00 – 9:00pm

Location: PHS Theater

May 10

Track & Field State Championships @ 12pm

Location: Carrolton HS, 202 Trojan Drive, Carrollton, GA 30117

May 11

Spring Dance Senior Showcase @ 3pm-5pm

Location: PHS Theater

Come to our PTSA General Meeting: Monday, April 28 @ 6 pm in the theatre prior to the Band performance. We will be voting on our new officers.

Co-President: John Carlton

Vice President: Kelly Blake

Secretary: Open (will be taking nominations from the floor)

$750 PTSA Scholarship from Area 1 for Seniors that have a PTSA membership. Three total scholarships will be given out. Deadline has been extended to April 20. Apply using the following link. https://area1gwinnettpta.org/index.php/scholarships/

Parkview Reflections Breakfast/ Reception on Tuesday, April 22 @ 6:45 am before school in the Theater Lobby. Everyone that participated in reflections will receive a donut, drink, and certificate. There will also be ribbons and medals for the 1st and 2nd place school winners, along with any awards for our students not given out at the Area 1 Reception. (PHS Reflections Art Show Link)

Your purchase of a Parkview PTSA Membership is what supports these and other Parkview initiatives.

Join PTSA Here!

Sunday, May 18 @ 3 pm.

Graduates to arrive at 2:45 pm *wearing graduation gown and not cap).

Location: Mountain Park United Methodist Church Auditorium. 1405 Rockbridge Rd SW, Stone Mountain, GA 30087

The Ceremony will be student led with speeches from the I made a Difference Teacher and Guest Speaker Ryan Sauers

Click here to order PHS Spirit Wear!

Sponsored by the PHS Care Team

Do you have a birthday coming up? Celebrate your birthday or another student or staff member with a special shoutout on the school's marquee for a $10 minimum donation. Proceeds benefit Parkview High School's Care Team and help our students in need. Shoutouts must be purchased at least 1 week before the birthday. https://www.successfund.com/birthday/

The last day to purchase for a summer birthday is May 20. Please complete your donation before this date. Orders will open back up on July 28th.

***You can also donate for our families in need without the shoutout; just indicate that in the text box at checkout.