PARKER WEEKLY BULLETIN

Good afternoon Parker Families:

It was a busy and event filled week at Parker. Our fifth-grade students took the Science MCAS and there was also a field trip to the Concord Museum. We capped off the week with the 5th Grade Spring Fling Social this afternoon. As is this case every Spring. The days are filled with activity, excitement, and fun events. We will have another busy week ahead of us next week.

Math MCAS

Our 5th grade students will be taking the math portion of the MCAS on Monday and Tuesday May 11 and 12 while our 6th graders will take the MCAS on Thursday and Friday May 14 and 15. Please remind your child to charge their Chromebook the night before, get a good night's sleep, and eat a good breakfast. Next week marks the end of the MCAS season and I am very proud of our students' efforts.

May Artists of the Month

Congratulations are in order for Tedrick Walsh (Grade 5) and Charlotte Hulbert (Grade 6) for being selected as the Parker Artists of the Month. Under the direction of Ms. Norman, these two artists have gained skills and expressed themselves with creativity and passion. We are so proud of them!

5th Grade Spring Fling Social

Our fifth grade students had a raucous good time after school at our Spring Fling Social hosted by our amazing PTO. There was music, dancing, games, and snacks enjoyed by all. It was fantastic to see our students have fun with their friends in a safe and fun environment. Please see some fun pictures below.

Social Emotional Curriculum

We continued our social emotional curriculum with our 5th grade students continuing their unit on Empathy and Kindness while our sixth grade students continued their unit on Managing Relationships and Social Conflict. Please see a brief summary of the lesson and a conversation starter to discuss further with your child.

Grade 5: Empathy in the Community

Summary: In this lesson, your child will describe how empathy can help someone identify and solve a problem in their community.

Try This at Home: Point out something that has changed for the better in your neighborhood recently. Ask your child why they think that change is helpful. Point out how empathy might have helped someone decide to make that change.

Grade 6: Considering Multiple Perspectives

Summary: In this week’s lesson, your child will learn how to view situations from multiple perspectives so they can better avoid and resolve conflicts.

Question: Tell your child about a time when your view of a conflict changed because you were able to see it from another person’s perspective. Ask your child if they have changed their view about a conflict lately.

SAVE THE DATE - WE ARE PARKER

Our 2nd annual We Are Parker community celebration will take place on Thursday, June 4 from 5-8 pm. There will be food trucks, an art show and maker space, a cabaret performance, badminton tourney, and outdoor games. Bring the family and stop by for part or all of the event. This is a celebration of our school community with all its diversity, talents, and joy.

Have a great week everyone. Reach out if you need support.

Warm regards,

Josh

Tuesday-May 12th

SPRING TRACK-Ms. Baker/Mr. Felzani-Practice at Parker-Meet in the Cafeteria (2:40-3:40)

Wednesday - May 13th

Book Club - Ms. Beaudoin - Room 125

Homework Club - Ms. Hamilton -Room 117

Fitness Club - Mr. Lee - Fitness Room

Intramurals - Mr. McCarthy-Grade 6-GYM

No Parker Cares for the rest of the year

Power Hour – Ms. Panneton - Room 213B

Seasonal Crafts & No Bake Club - Ms. Stutz-Room 107

SPRING TRACK-Ms. Baker/Mr. Felzani-TRACK MEET at WESTFORD, 9 Farmer Way (start time 3:30)

*All students need their own transportation to and from the meet.

Thursday - May 14th

Art Club - Ms. Annunziata - Room 4 - Group 5B

Festival Band - Mr. Linsner-Band Room

Game Club - Ms. Baillargeon-Library- GRADE 5 TODAY

Green Club - Ms. Engel & Ms. Merrill-Room PC4

NO SPRING TRACK TODAY

Stand-Up Parker-Mr. Lee - Conference Room 240A

INTRAMURALS & YEARBOOK CLUB-Please check google classroom for schedule. ~THANK YOU

Friday, May 15th - Grade 6 "Spring Fling" Social 2:40-4:00 pm-

Sunday, May 17th - Parker Pride Run - See details under PTO

Thursday, May 21st - Last day of Clubs and Late Buses

Monday, May 25th - No School - Memorial Day

Thursday, June 4th - We Are Parker & Cabaret

Monday, June 15th - Last day of school-Early release-dismissal at 11:10 a.m.

REMINDER - PARKER MIDDLE SCHOOL HAS SET A 2:15 p.m. CUT-OFF TIME FOR ALL STUDENT DISMISSALS AS IT IS A CRITICAL SAFETY MEASURE THAT ENSURES A SECURE AND ORDERLY END TO THE SCHOOL DAY.

~THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION WITH THIS POLICY. Please contact the office with any questions or concerns.

Monday, May 11th & Tuesday, May 12th - Grade 5 Math-Sessions I and II

Thursday, May 14th & Friday, May 15th - Grade 6 Math-Sessions I and II

In order to provide a positive and engaging learning environment it is important that students are freed from unnecessary distractions. Cell phones and smart watches have proven to be a major distraction and source of anxiety and social drama for students.

If students need to contact home, they should see their teacher/administrator to receive permission to use the phone in the classroom or office. Conversely, if a parent needs to speak with a student, the parent should call the school office. All cell phones and/or smart watches should be off while in school. Any student using a cell phone and or smart watch while school is in session will have that cell phone and/or smart watch confiscated by administration. A first offense will lead to a warning and the administrator will return the phone to the student at the end of the day. Second and subsequent offenses will result in the phone being returned only to the parent and/or further disciplinary actions.

We would prefer that all cell phones and smart watches remain at home. If the cell phone and/or smart watch accompanies your child to school then please reinforce the expectation that they BOTH will be stored in their backpacks and powered down. Any communication with your child should be conducted through the main office or will be accessed after school has ended for the day. We appreciate your support for this policy. It is our experience that when freed from the pull of their phones and social media students are able to concentrate, be fully present, and be active participants in their education.

Registration is NOW OPEN for Nik Sperounis All Sports!!!

July 21 - 23

9am - 12pm (check in begins at 8:30am)

Boys and Girls ages 7-13

Chelmsford High School

All proceeds benefit the Nikolas Sperounis Memorial Scholarship

SIGN UP - www.ns21.net (http://www.ns21.net/)

🎶🌸🌼Grade 6 Spring Fling Social - Friday, May 15th - 2:40 to 4:00 PM

Time for our 2026 spring social! There will be music, games, snacks in the cafe and sports activities in the gym. The kids LOVE it and have a blast. We need your help to hand out snacks, organize games and keep an eye on the students. Students will bring home paper permission slips soon.

• You can prepay the $5 online via this link, or by sending a check to Parker PTO or cash to your classroom teacher.
• Sign up to volunteer here

⚾ 🧦 Middle School Night at Fenway: DEADLINE TO BUY TICKETS IS MAY 8TH- TODAY

Join Chelmsford Middle School Families at Fenway Park on May 26th @ 6:45 P.M. to see the Boston Red Sox vs. Atlanta Braves. Tickets are $40 each and can be purchased via this link. Tickets will be "tossed" to your MLB Ballpark App closer to the game day. Please write down which email address you use to order these tickets as that is the email address we'll use to "toss" you your tickets.

🦁🎤🎶 Lions' Middle School Showboat - Tickets now available!

You won't want to miss this amazing talent show starring our very own middle school students grades 5-8! The Chelmsford Middle School Showboat talent show is happening on Saturday, May 16th at the CHS Performing Arts Center (PAC), with two shows. Fifth and sixth grade will take the stage from 5 to 6:30 p.m., and seventh and eighth grade will perform from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tickets available here!

✏️📓 In person PTO Meeting - Thursday, May 14th @ 6:30 pm

Join us at our meeting to discuss activities for next year and as we award our scholarship winners. Parker & McCarthy PTOs work collaboratively to provide community building activities, provide enrichment programs for our students and families and support our teachers. Upcoming events, activities and additional information can also be found on our new website.

🎽🏃👟 Parker Pride Run - Sunday, May 17th at 9:00 AM

Lace up those sneakers! The 2026 Parker Pride Run is set for Sunday, May 17th at 9:00 AM, and we can’t wait to see our community come together for this fun and exciting event. Students, families, friends, and staff are all welcome to join! 👉 Register here. Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, this is a great way to support our school and have a fantastic time together. We hope to see you there! 💙 Volunteers are needed to make this event a success! If you’re able to help out, we’d love your support, Sign up here.

⚾🧢Lowell Spinners are BAAACK:

Please enjoy this exclusive discount offer as the Lowell Spinners return to LeLacheur Park for their first season since 2019 and defend home turf against the Vermont Lake Monsters! Come support the Parker & McCarthy Middle schools and have a fun night at the ballpark with classmates & friends!! Click here to purchase tickets.

If your student is going to be absent, tardy or dismissed please:

Email: ParkerAttendance@chelmsford.k12.ma.us

Please Send Email: Prior to 9am on the day of the absence. Please Include: Child’s name, Grade, and Reason for absence. We encourage you to use the email option when reporting an absence, dismissal, etc. for efficiency.

**PLEASE READ**

We will continue to send automated emails home when students are absent. You will receive the email whether you notified the school or not. In order for an absence to be marked as "Excused", families will need to provide medical documentation. Please call the office if you have any questions or need clarification. ~ Thank you for your understanding.

Email: robinsond@chelmsford.k12.ma.us
Website: https://parker.chelmsfordschools.org/
Location: 75 Graniteville Road
Phone: 978-251-5133