Panther Weekly

🎉 Celebrating Our Posse Scholarship Nominees! 🎉

Let’s take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate the following Parkview Scholars who have been nominated for the prestigious Posse Scholarship!

What is the Posse Scholarship?
Offered by The Posse Foundation, this is a highly competitive full-tuition leadership scholarship to top colleges and universities across the country. The scholarship focuses on identifying and training students with exceptional leadership potential—students who may not always be recognized through traditional college admissions.

Unlike need-based scholarships, Posse is rooted in leadership, teamwork, and a deep commitment to community. The nomination and selection process is rigorous and unique, designed to highlight students who are ready to be change-makers.

Our Parkview Scholars are headed into their first interview round on August 18, and we couldn’t be prouder of them for stepping up to this exciting opportunity.

Please join us in congratulating and supporting these incredible students as they take the next step in their journey!

Courtney Anderson

Orion Ewing

Edom Gebreegziabher

Jaiden Glover

Barbary Singletary

Santiago Perez Melgar

Sabir Kader

Sabrina Kader

Xavier Osei

Samuel Dires

Amy Rojo

Yusuf Naviwala

Layla Harris

Mehkia Armstrong

Curriculum Night is an opportunity for parents to meet their child’s teachers by following their child’s schedule throughout the evening. Parents will begin the evening in their child’s 1st period class. Each class period is long enough to allow a curriculum review by the teacher. This is a wonderful opportunity to gain a glimpse of what your child will be experiencing this year in their courses at Parkview High School.

Students will be provided a course schedule with a detailed plan for the evening to bring home for parents to use on Tuesday, 8/19. Please ask your student for this schedule!

Underclass Picture Day is right around the corner! Photographers will be set up in aux gym on Wednesday August 20th to take student photos for grades 9-11. Students will attend Picture Day with their Language Arts teachers.

Remember, if you are a Senior, you must book an appointment on the CADY website for your senior pictures.

When: Monday, 8/18/2025

Cost: $70 on MyPaymentsPlus

Where: MyPaymentsPlus.com

Time: @ 7am

Details:

• This is your last chance to purchase a student parking decal for the 2025–2026 school year!

• You can pick up your decal starting on Wednesday, 8/20, Before School (6:45–7:10 AM) & After School (2:15–3:00 PM) in the office in H-Building—room 4.223

• Bring Driver’s License & Proof of Insurance when picking up your decal.

Important:

• Spaces are first-come, first-served until sold out.

• All school parking rules & regulations apply.

Don’t miss out — secure your spot on Monday!

The Department of Special Education and Psychological services is fortunate to continue to have Ms. Dawn Albanese as our Parent Mentor. In this role, she supports schools and families of students with disabilities. As we start a new school year, we want to provide you with an overview of her role, as well as the schedule for the Parent Mentor Presents series for the year.

Who: Parents/Guardians of students receiving Special Education services

What: 2025/2026 “Parent Mentors Present” Meeting Schedule and overview of the role of the Parent Mentor

When: Support is offered throughout the year and trainings are offered various dates as indicated on the meeting schedule, 10:00 – 11:30 AM or 6:00 -7:30 PM

Where: Parent Mentor Presents Series- In-Person registration link for 10:00 AM session, as well as the virtual registration link for 6:00 PM session will be provided on each monthly meeting flyer, which will be distributed several weeks prior to each scheduled meeting.

Please use this link to access the parent letters

Who: Parents/Guardians of students receiving Special Education services

What: Parent Mentors Present: “Establishing a Positive Foundation for the New School Year”

When: Thursday, August 21, 10:00 – 11:30 AM or 6:00 - 7:30 PM

Where: In-Person registration link for 10:00am session

Virtual registration link for 6:00 PM session

Scholastic Images will be on campus at Parkview on Monday, August 18th during lunch, so don’t miss out placing your orders for:

• Letter Jacket Orders for any student who has earned a letter!

• Bring a $150 deposit to get the order started and proof of your letter (actual award letter patch, certificate, or note from coach/sponsor)!

• We’ll custom size you and walk you through the rest!

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• Class Ring Orders for ALL juniors and seniors!

• Bring payment in full for the Mascot Ring Special ($333.90)!

• Bring $100 deposit for Ultrium metal or $200 deposit for all other metals!

• We’ll custom size you and walk you through the rest!

• Seniors, make sure to order your Cap & Gown package ASAP to ensure we have your size at Cap & Gown delivery!

• Payment required in full at time of order. (Cash, Check, or Card [$4.95 processing fee applies])

You can also order anytime online at www.scholasticimages.com or over the phone at (770) 614-9353! We can’t wait to Celebrate Your Most Meaningful Moments!

Our School Librarian, Heidi Campbell, hosts group travels every summer. Sign up for an informational meeting to be held September 18 at 6:30pm: https://bit.ly/4fml6UE

Click the link of the trip you are interested in for updated info!

2026: Italy, Greece, & the Greek Isles (Santorini, Mykonos, Rhodes, and Ephesus (Turkey)

www.eftours.com/2623812ST

2027: South Africa including Kruger National Park, Johannesburg, and Cape Town!

www.eftours.com/2744276uz

2028: Paris, France; Madrid, Spain; Lisbon, Portugal!

www.eftours.com/2892783PA

Please note that students will not be able to enter the building until 6:30am each day. If a student is dropped off at school prior to 6:30am, they will be unable to enter the building until 6:30am when the doors are unlocked and opened.

For the safety of our students, staff and all visitors on campus, please follow our procedures when driving on campus.

• Morning carpool is on both sides of campus. Afternoon carpool is only on the A building side of campus next to Camp Creek. Any parents picking up on the stadium side of campus will be asked to turn around. Please do not pull into student or teacher lots for student drop off or pick up.
• Students, please only park in your assigned spot, if you do not have a parking pass, please do not park on the Parkview campus.
• Please follow the instructions of all parking attendants and staff as they direct you through campus. We all are working to make this time run as smooth as possible.
• Please stop at all crosswalks and stop signs on campus. The county has installed speed bumps to help slow vehicles in danger areas.
• Please do not make a left when you are leaving campus during drop off or pick up. This causes traffic to back up both at the school and on Cole Dr. and it creates dangerous situations for buses and other vehicles traveling on Cole Dr.

• On the Parent Portal select the student you want to view
• Click on "ParentVUE"
• Click on "Student information"
• There you will find the address of the assigned bus stop, the bus number for the AM and PM routes, and the estimated time of pickup and arrival

• On the StudentVUE/ParentVUE app select the student who's information you would like to see
• Click on "Student information"
• There you will find the address of the assigned bus stop, the bus number for the AM and PM routes, and the estimated time of pickup and arrival

Buses are lined up with odd numbers on the outside and even numbers on the inside. #31-42 are on the far side of the lane behind the flagpole and #17 will be the last bus in line. Please go directly to your bus in the afternoon. Buses are on a schedule and because Parkview is their first pickup location, they leave Parkview promptly at 2:17 so they can stay on their schedule for the elementary and middle schools. Once thier doors are closed, students will not be admitted.

There are always staff at dissmissal to help direct students to their buses.

On Wednesday, October 22, all 10th and 11th grade students will take the take the PSAT/NMSQT® (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test), an important step along their path to college. This test is provided for free to all 10th and 11th grade students in GCPS. All 10th and 11th grade students will automatically be registered for the exam.

Students in 9th grade can also participate by registering on MyPaymentsPlus and paying a $20 test registration fee.

The deadline to register is Friday, September 5, 2025!

Who: 9th grade student

What: PSAT/NMSQT

When: Wednesday, October 22nd

Where: Parkview High School

Fee: $20 – Register on MyPaymentsPlus – “Parkview HS PSAT 9th Graders ONLY”

Deadline: Friday, September 5th

All 10th and 11th grade students will take the PSAT/NMSQT on October 22, 2025. Requests for testing accommodations are due on August 26th. If your student qualifies for testing accommodations and you would like to request them, please fill out this form:

https://accommodations.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/ssd-consent-form-accommodations.pdf

Please submit all requests to Dr. Edwards (IEP) or Mr. Ellison (504). If you have any questions, please contact SSD Coordinators:

IEP / special education accommodations: amy.edwards@gcpsk12.org

504 accommodations: david.ellison@gcpsk12.org

Click here for information on Assessment dates.

Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year! We’re thrilled to have our students back in the building and look forward to a successful year ahead. To support their academic growth, we encourage students to remain in school for the full day as often as possible because attendance matters.

Students are expected to be present and in class on time every day. Please take a moment to review our attendance procedures to stay informed.

As of August 14, 2025, we’ve recorded 859 check-ins and 192 check-outs after just eight days of school. While we understand that check-outs are sometimes necessary, we kindly ask parents to ensure students stay through the full school day unless an emergency necessitates their absence. This helps students gain the most from their classes and school experiences.

To verify your child’s attendance records, please check ParentSquare regularly. Thank you for partnering with us to make school attendance a priority!

Reminders:

• All students must check in at the main lobby vestibule, not at tardy stations.

• Late arrivals must check in to avoid being marked AWOL for missed periods.

• Parents/Guardians are not required to check their child into school, but documentation is required for the check-in to be excused.

• Parent excuses apply to absences, not tardies.

• All notes must be uploaded to ParentVUE within 5 days of the absence, or it will remain unexcused. See directions here.

For details on what qualifies as an excused absence, please visit Gwinnett County's Attendance Policy

Students will now be checking in at the main entrance vestibule at the station on the left. All check-ins will remain unexcused until an excuse note is uploaded in ParentVUE. (Please see above)

Parents and Guardians will now be using our vestibule to complete the checkout process. Please be patient with us during this transition period.

Remember that you can send a note with students in the morning with the students name, ID # and time they are checking out. Our Attendance Office will then contact you to confirm the checkout time and the student will be able to be released from class at that time. They can then sign themselves out. You will not have to enter the building.

If your student has been absent, you no longer will turn in a note to the attendance office. All notes must be uploaded in ParentVUE within 5 days of the absence or it will remain unexcused.

Get ready for an exciting opportunity to explore your future!

📅 Date: Wednesday, September 3, 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Parkview Cafeteria
👥 Who Should Attend: This event is designed for Juniors & Seniors however all High School students are welcomed.

Over 50 colleges will be joining us to share information, answer questions, and help you plan your next steps after high school. Whether you're exploring options or narrowing down your list, this is your chance to connect directly with college representatives.

✅ Free to attend

✅ Bring your questions and curiosity!

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: Click here to register now

Don't miss out on this valuable event—your college journey starts here!

Hello Everyone,

This year, we’re doing things a little differently when it comes to military visits! I’ve coordinated with representatives from four military branches to give you the opportunity to learn more about service, education benefits, and career opportunities.

📅 Weekly Military Visits Schedule
📍 Location: Cafeteria
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Stop by during your lunch to ask questions, gather information, and explore your future options!

• Monday: U.S. Air Force

• Tuesday: U.S. Navy

• Wednesday: U.S. Marines

• Thursday: Army National Guard

• Friday: U.S. Army

Don’t miss the chance to connect directly with recruiters and get the answers you need!

For more information on Military or College visits visit our College and Career page!

With the start of sports season our athletic department wants to make clear the expectation of students at our sporting events.

• No noisemakers will be allowed to enter the facilities for athletic events. That includes but is not limited to megaphones, electric or normal, cowbells, horns, or any other object that is used to make noise.
• No signs with pictures or derogatory words and phrases directed at players and the opposing team. This includes but is not limited too names and number of opposing players, the names of their girlfriends or boyfriends, etc.
• No profanity will be tolerated at any time.
• Failure to follow the guidelines will result in removal from the event.

It is the expectation of the school administration that we represent Parkview with class and good sportsmanship. We can’t control the behavior of others, but we are responsible for our own.

8/15 North Paulding White Out

8/29 West Forsyth Gold Out

9/5 Collins Hill Jersey Out

9/12 Berkmar Hawaiian Out

9/19 North Gwinnett Country Out

9/26 Brookwood Black Out

10/3 Norcross USA Out

10/17 Duluth Pink Out

10/24 Peachtree Ridge Neon Out

10/31 Meadowcreek Minion Out

Hello Panther Families!

We are offering the first annual Parkview High School All Sports passes for students and adults for the 2025-2026 school year.
This pass will be good for admission to all Parkview High School home games (excluding GHSA playoffs/tournaments) through May 20, 2026.

Passes will be on sale at MyPaymentsPlus from July 7 through - August 29.

Student passes are $89 and adult passes are $99.

These items are non-transferrable and will include the name and photo of the passholder.

• Students can show a receipt from MyPaymentsPlus and have their pass photos taken in the Media Center once school starts.
• Parents will email shelly-ann.smart@gcpsk12.org a copy of their receipt and a passport-style photo, and their student will be able to pick the pass up for them.

• Students can take pictures and pick up parents passes from the Media Center starting Monday, August 11.
• If attending a sporting event prior to Monday, your name will be on the pass list and you must show your ID.

Parkview's Class of 2026 will be the 50th graduating class! It is easy to keep up with all of the important senior detail if you follow the steps below. Have a great Senior Year!

• Please check the Parkview website throughout the year for Senior updates.
• If you are on social media, follow the senior account on Instagram @parkview.hs.seniors
• If you want to be included in the yearbook, make an appointment at Cady.com to schedule your senior portraits. The deadline to be included in the yearbook is November 25, 2025.

Senior Dues can be paid through Scholastic Images. Scholastic Images will be on campus once a month starting August 18th for orders and questions.

Scholasic Images will be on campus to meet with Seniors on September 8th at thier class meeting.

Attention rising seniors: It's now time to book your senior portrait session! Book today at cady.com. Need help paying the sitting fee? If you qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch, you can obtain a voucher. Email sara.spring-kinsey@gcpsk.com for more information.

The Senior Class will have their Senior Meeting with Scholastic Images on September 8th during all Advisement periods. Stay tuned for details.

*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. Students, please check with your club sponsor with questions about meeting times and locations.

Parkview school calendar

Aug. 18

Scholastic Images @ all lunches

Location: PHS Cafeteria

See above for more information

Aug. 18

Friends of Parkview @ 2:15-2:45

Location: PHS Media Center

See Ms. Campbell in the Media Center for details.

Aug. 18

DECA @ 2:15-3:00pm

Location: Mrs. Henson's room, 1.558 behind the School Store

Are you interested in joining DECA and participating in competitive events? If you want to do business and marketing competitions along with travel opportunities, this is for you. Come to our first competition interest meeting. The meeting will last until 3:00 and is information only. Snacks will be provided.

Aug. 18

Secret Garden @ 2:20-3:00pm

Location: Ms. Jennifer Newton's room 1.140-G

Bring gardening gloves and spades if you have them!

Aug. 18

HOSA – Future Health Professionals@ 2:20pm

Location: PHS Theater

Stop by Ms. Irons' room for more information.

Aug. 18

CSHST@ 2:20pm

Location: Mr. Jiwani's room G-1.116

Please note, this meeting is only for returning members, and there will be additional information shared for students interested in joining the Honor Society.

Aug. 18

Golf Interest Meeting @ 2:30-3:00

Location: Room 7.111-E/F

All boys and girls interested in playing golf in the spring need to attend this meeting.

Aug. 18

vs Mill Creek @ 5:00pm

Location: Mill Creek HS, 4400 Braselton Hwy, Hoschton, GA 30548

Tickets on GoFan.co

Aug. 19

Pokemon-Go Meeting @ 2:15pm

Location: 12.223 - A

Did you miss our first Pokemon-Go meeting? No worries, there are still mons a-plenty to be caught. Meet us on Tuesday and join the Poke-parade!

Aug. 19

Key Club Interest Meeting @ right after school

Location: Orchestra Room - J

Attention Parkview Panthers! Are you passionate about volunteering and leadership? Then come to our Key Club interest meeting. Snacks will be served, hope to see you there!

Aug. 19

Creative Writing Club @ 2:15pm

Location: PHS Media Center

All writers welcome! We do fun writing activities! See Mrs. Campbell for info.

Aug. 19

Returning Soccer Players @ 3:00pm

Location: Coach Torres’ room 12.122-A

This meeting is for returning players only.

Aug. 19

JV Softball @ 4:00pm

Varsity Softball @ 6:00pm

Location: Duluth HS, 3737 Brock Rd NW, Duluth, GA 30096, USA

Tickets on GoFan.co

Aug. 19

Varsity @ 5pm

Location: Mill Creek HS, 4400 Braselton Hwy, Hoschton, GA 30548

Tickets on GoFan.co

Aug. 19

Curriculum Night @ 6:30pm-8:30pm
Location: Please follow your student's schedule

Please see the information above in the News section.

Aug. 20

Underclassman Picture Day @ During all Language Arts classes

Location: Aux Gym

Aug. 20

Readers Rally @ 2:15pm

Location: PHS Media Center

If you LOVE TO READ- you should consider joining! See Mrs. Campbell for info.

Aug. 20

Parkview Bible Study @ 2:15pm

Location: Room H 4.208

Aug. 20

Parkview Precision Rifle @ 2:15pm

Location: MCJROTC Gym

The meeting is for both returning and interested athletes. You do not have to be part of the MCJROTC to participate.

Aug. 20

New Player Meeting @ 3:00pm

Location: Coach Torres’ room - 12.112-A

This meeting is for new players only.

Aug. 20

9th Grade @ 5:00pm

Location: Berkmar HS, 405 Pleasant Hill Rd, Lilburn, GA 30047

Tickets on GoFan.co

Aug. 21

SNHS Interested Meeting @ 6:45am or 2:25pm

Location: 3DE Collab Room

You may attend the interest meeting either before or after school, hope to see you there!

Aug. 21

Black Student Union @ 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM

Location: Room A 12.107.

Be sure to scan the QR code on the flyers hanging around the school.

Aug. 21

eSports Interest Meeting @ Right after school

Location: Mr. Littleton's room 1.114- G

Aug. 21

JV Softball @ 4:00pm

Varsity Softball @ 6:00pm

Location: PHS Softball Field

Tickets on GoFan.co

August 21

Girls Who Code @ after school

Location: Room 1.116 - G

Are you interested in STEM? Want to make lava lamps, create binary bracelets, code your own game, and try other fun STEM activities? Join Girls Who Code!

Aug. 21

JV Football @ 6:00pm

Location: South Gwinnett HS, 2288 Main St E, Snellville, GA 30078

Tickets on GoFan.co

Aug. 22

FCA @ 6:45am

Location: Theater Lobby

Bring your teammates!! Hope to see you there.

Aug. 23

vs. Cherokee @ 10:00am

vs. Starrs Mill @ 2:00pm

Location: Parkview HS Softball Field

Tickets on GoFan.co

Aug. 14

Impact Teens @ Directly after school

Location: Mrs. Pilarte's Room# 1.153-G

Please join us.

Welcome to the 2025-2026 School Year! – Please Join the Parkview HS PTSA today!

Dear Parkview High School Families,

Welcome to the new school year! We are excited to partner with you to make this year a successful and memorable one for our students and school community.

As part of the Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA), our mission is to support the education, well-being, and overall success of all students. PTSA works closely with our teachers, administrators, and families to enhance the school experience through programs, events, and initiatives that benefit both the students and the school as a whole. From organizing school-wide events to providing resources for our teachers, PTSA plays a vital role in strengthening the school community.

To continue making a positive impact, we need your help! We invite you to join PTSA as a member and support our efforts throughout the year. Your membership dues help fund valuable programs, and your time as a volunteer makes a big difference in creating enriching experiences for our students. Whether you have an hour to spare or can commit to more, there are many ways to get involved.

Here’s how you can make a difference:

· Join PTSA: Become a member today to show your support and contribute to our programs.

· Volunteer: Help out at school events, assist teachers, or support various PTSA initiatives throughout the year.

To become a member and learn more about how you can volunteer, please email us at pkvwptsa@gmail.com

Membership link: https://jointotem.com/ga/lilburn/parkview-hs-ptsa

Thank you for your continued support. Together, we can make this a fantastic year for our students!

Warm regards,

Christina Nguyen Membership Committee Parkview High School PTSA