Panther Weekly

This year we are excited to celebrate Parkview's 50th Anniversary. Over the school year, you may notice our clubs, athletics and activities all finding a way to join in the celebration. They may have alumni at their games, guest conductors at their concerts or 50th themed events.

In this section we will feature images and facts about Parkview's first 50 years!

Over the last 50 years, we have proudly identified as the Parkview Panthers. Although our mascot costume has evolved, the spirit behind the mask remains unchanged. Our mascots have consistently infused excitement and school spirit into our games and pep rallies. We deeply value the talent and effort contributed each year by the individual behind the mask!

We are excited to announce that the following students have been accepted into Parkview CS Honor Society!

The Computer Science Honor Society is a nationally recognized and encourages students’ enthusiasm for computer science, committed to the core values of Equity, Service, and Excellence.

Congratulations to the following new members:

Elena Reed - Ritvik Shetty - Mona Tao - Saeed Khan - Tausif Choudhury - Andrew Zheng - Gia Bui - Krish Patel - Saron Mesay - Khandoker Zahin - Alex Marquez - Ian Dosani - Jack Drennan - Tierney Bussey

I’m excited to share some great news from this past weekend! Our Game Day Competition Cheer Team placed 1st in their 6A division at their first preliminary competition of the season, hosted this past Saturday at Loganville High School.

This event served as the team’s first step in preparing for the State Championship in Columbus on December 4th, and they represented Parkview with incredible spirit, energy, and teamwork.

Congratulations to our Gameday Squad:

Alana Jarrell - Anaya Nelson - Ava Landry - BriAnna Stokes - Cali Horne - Carmah Allen - Caroline Tuttle - Chloe Mullins - Daunte McDaniel - Elienai Hernandez - Fiona Stasel - Gabrielle Lane - Jalayah Arnold - Jayda Parker - Kaamil Lewis - Katching Sikod - Laila Knox - Laila Peete - Layla Brown - Leanna West - Mackenzie Mosley - Maya Tronolone - Nyle Aiyeola - Phenix Leverette - Raiah Watkins - Sydney Slaughter - Tessa Brigola - Phoebe Williams

Their next competition will be Saturday, November 22nd, and we look forward to seeing them continue to shine!

- Coach Gaines

On Saturday, October 25th, the Swim and Dive Team competed in a meet against Brookwood, Mill Creek, and North Gwinnett. The Panthers took first place in 11 out of 24 events. The boys team placed first while the girls team was second. Congratulations on a great start to the season!

Individual and/or relay event winners for Parkview include:

Nathaniel Beeney - Kate Breiding - Asa Brock - Tadd Duffield - Quynh Diep - Liam Ellison - Emily Hardy - Cameron Jones - Emily Hardy - William Leonard - Logan Mercer - Alan Nguyen - Sophia Quinn - Lillie Robinson - Hayden Tran

Join The Parkview Winter Guard!

No Experience Required

All students are welcome!

Perform!

Be exposed to Unique Travel Opportunities

Enjoy amazing experiences with your friends!

Interest Meeting

Thursday, November 6th, 2025 @ 6:00 pm in the Parkview HS Band Room

If you are interested please fill out this interest form.

We’re thrilled to bring back one of Parkview’s most beloved traditions — the Miss Parkview Pageant! 🌟

Each participant must collect a minimum of $200 in sponsorships to qualify for a PTSA Scholarship. Your support will help us keep this amazing event alive for years to come and celebrate the talent, leadership, and pride of our Panthers! 💜🧡

Support your favorite contestant or contribute to the cause using the link below 👇
🔗 GiveBacks – Miss Parkview Pageant

Let’s show our Panther Pride and make this year’s pageant unforgettable! 🐾💫

Any student who missed the tennis tryout interest meeting in September should visit Coach Broome's Health Classroom, room 8.243, to obtain the necessary information for Rank One as soon as possible. Tennis tryouts are scheduled for January 26, right after school. All students must have a physical form on file, be academically eligible, and have a completed RankOne account.

E-SPLOST stands for Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax. It is a one cent sales tax on purchases made in Gwinnett County. Click here for more information on E-SPLOST.

Parents, we appreciate your patience as the county shifts how excuse notes are turned in this year. We have just a few quick tips to make this process continue to be successful.

You must fill in one of the two sections:

• Add a doctor's note or document
• Write in your excuse in the "Note" box.

• Students arriving late must enter through the main front entrance. They should check in using the tablets and go directly to class.

• All checkouts* must happen before 1:30 PM. No exceptions. This allows us to prepare for dismissal, thank you for your support.

• If you know ahead of time your student needs to leave early, you may do the following:

• Send a written note with student in the morning. Note must be received by the Attendance Office before 7:15 AM.

• The note must include: Student’s first and last name, date and time of checkout, and parent phone number.

• The attendance clerk will provide a pass to the student to leave at the designated time without the parent needing to come inside. The students can then checkout at the Attendance Office and meet their parents/guardian outside at the time listed.

• Attendance clerks will verify all notes before releasing students. If they cannot reach a parent, the student will not be allowed to check out.

• We encourage families to regularly check student attendance in ParentVue.

*Please remember, there are no checkouts during testing blocks

AP exam registration CLOSES on Friday November 7.

• All AP exam registration must be completed through MyPaymentsPlus.
• The deadline for AP exam registration is Friday, November 7, 2025.
• Registration on MyPaymentsPlus will close at 11:59 p.m. ET on November 7; NO late registration will be permitted after this deadline for any reason.
• Students taking one semester AP courses at Parkview (AP US Government, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, or Physics C: E&M) during second semester will be able to register for only those exams during a restricted registration window from January 5, 2026 to March 6, 2026. However, these students must register for all other AP exams by the November 7 deadline.
• Students who are interested in taking an AP exam for a course that they are not currently taking at Parkview should speak to Ms. Estock in F-3.173 or email susan.estock@gcpsk12.org no later than November 1.
• You will receive more information with specific instructions for exam day in April.
• Refunds and exam cancellations are not permitted this year.
• Per College Board policy, students will be charged an additional $40 returned exam fee for each missed exam, so please choose your AP exams carefully!
• Accommodations students receive through an IEP or 504 plan do not automatically apply to AP exams. Parents and students should work with their special education case manager and/or 504 coordinator to apply for accommodation with College Board. The deadline to apply for accommodations for May 2026 AP exams is January 16, 2026.

• Every student must pay a one-time, non-refundable $15 registration fee.
• GCPS will pay for one exam ($99) for each student, as long as the student is enrolled in the course at a GCPS school.
• Each additional exam is $99 per exam.

• Every student must pay a one-time, non-refundable $15 registration fee. GCPS pays for all additional exams fees for students who are eligible for the fee/reduced lunch program if they are enrolled in those courses at a GCPS school. Parents must complete a GCPS Free and Reduced Lunch Application for their student during the 2025-2026 school year in order to qualify.

Take advantage of these opportunities to connect with college representatives right here on campus!

Friday, November 7 - Mercer University

Come learn more about Mercer’s academic programs, campus life, and admissions process!

1. Location: Theater Lobby
2. Time: 10:15am to 11:15am
3. A pass is required to attend.
4. The Google Form will close 24 hours before the event.

Sign-up link: College and Career Event: Mercer University

Thursday, November 13 - Georgia College & State University

Explore what it means to be part of Georgia’s Public Liberal Arts University!

1. Location: Theater Lobby
2. Time: 10:15am to 1:15pm
3. A pass is required to attend.
4. The Google Form will close 24 hours before the event.

Sign-up link: College and Career Event: Georgia College and State University

Tuesday, November 18 - Gwinnett Technical College (Seniors Only)

1. Location: Ms. Reyes' Room, Building B - Room # 11.116
2. Time: 10:15 AM – 1:15 PM

Important Details:

1. This is a hands-on application support session — not an instant decision visit.
2. SENIORS ONLY
3. Transcripts will be provided.
4. Bring your questions and get help completing your Gwinnett Tech application!
5. A pass is required to attend.

Sign-up link: College and Career Event: Gwinnett Technical College

Thursday, November 20 - Georgia State University INSTANT DECISION EVENT (Seniors Only)

• Location: Ms. Reyes' Room, Building B - Room # 11.116

• Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  

Important Details (read carefully):

• Summer 2026 admissions for First Year Students are Test Optional (ONLY students with at 3.4 core GPA or higher have the option to take or not the ACT or SAT. Students with a core GPA lower than 3.4 must take the test)

• Fall 2026 admissions for First Year Students are Test MANDATORY.

Instant Decision Day Requirements:

• All participants must apply to Perimeter College system or the Atlanta Campus at least 48 hours before the event (see below).

• If the student applied less than 48 hours before the event, GSU won't be able to review the application.

• The student must have an official transcript on file.

• If the student does not have the transcript on file, GSU can receive the official document from the counselor during the event. The document must be signed and stamped by the school

• Please take into account that it takes around 5-6 minutes to review each student's application.

GSU ATL campus application:
Use this website: (Admission requirements first-year students): https://admissions.gsu.edu/bachelors-degree/apply/high-school/

GSU Perimeter College campus application:
Use this website: (Admission requirements first-year students) https://admissions.gsu.edu/associate-degree/apply/first-year/

Sign up link for the event: College and Career Event: Georgia State University. INSTANT DECISION EVENT SENIORS ONLY

For more information on Military or College visits visit our College and Career page or check your advisement class page!

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.

Last call for Senior Ads! Space for ads is limited and the final deadline to submit a Senior Ad for the yearbook is Monday, November 10th. Order today at Jostens.com.

Click here to watch the video.

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

Scholastic Images will be on campus to meet with Seniors on September 8th at their 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 deadline to appear in the yearbook is Nov. 25

*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 Parkview Club Information

Nov. 2

Daylight Savings Time Ends @ 2am

Don't forget to set your clocks back!

Nov. 4

DLD - All day

Students work from home. Check your Google classroom sites and your student email for assignments.

Nov. 5

2026 Group Photo

Senior students should report to 7th period before being released to the football stadium. Seniors will be dismissed for the day from the stadium.

Nov. 5

Varsity vs. Berkmar @ 5:30pm

Varsity vs. South Gwinnett @ 7:30pm

Location: Archer High School, 2255 New Hope Rd, Lawrenceville, GA 30045

Tickets on GoFan.co

Nov. 5

Girls @ 6pm

Boys@ 7pm

Location: Lambert HS, 805 Nichols Rd, Suwanee, GA 30024

Tickets on GoFan.co

Oct.6

Winter Guard Interest Meeting @ 6pm

Location: PHS Band Room

Fill out the interest form in the "News" section if you are interested!

Nov. 7

Mercer visit @ 10:15am to 11:15am

Sign-up link: College and Career Event: Mercer University

Nov. 8

Varsity & JV Wrestling @ 8:30am

Location: Brookwood HS, 1255 Dogwood Rd SW, Snellville, GA 30078

Tickets on GoFan.co

Nov. 8

Swim & Dive @ 7:20pm

Location: Mountain Park Aquatic Center, 1063 Rockbridge Rd SW, Stone Mountain, GA 30087

As part of Georgia DECA’s state campaign to raise money and awareness for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), Parkview DECA is proud to host a Pie-in-the-Face Fundraiser!

DECA raised over $150 from members and non-members to pie officers and advisors in the face on Thursday, October 16th. We thank all those who participated for being part of Parkview DECA’s mission of community service. All of our amazing officers, advisors, (and Mr. Aldrich) helped make this a successful day!

For all those who would like to contribute, payments are still open, and all senior members who want to receive an honor cord should donate $10 to be eligible for it. Thank you Parkview DECA!

Parkview's chapter of National German Honor Society is hosting a Cards & Games Donation Drive for Camp Sunshine! Bring new, unopened playing cards and board games to the drop-off box in Parkview's Main Office or in Mrs. Menosky's German classroom, 12.131 in A-Building. Donations can also be made using this Amazon List link or our Success Fund link. All donations go to Camp Sunshine, which provides camp experiences for Georgia kids and teens up to age 18 diagnosed with cancer. Our donation drive is in memory of Drew Rouk, a Parkview German student and Camp Sunshine camper who passed away from cancer in July.

Thank you for helping us support Camp Sunshine for future campers!

More information at: https://www.successfund.com/cards-games-camp-sunshine

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 $15 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/bday/

If you want to just donate to the Care Team without the shoutout, just indicate that in the text box at checkout.

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students,

A big thank you to everyone who has already joined PTSA! Your support helps our students, teachers, and school community thrive.

If you haven’t joined yet, now’s the time! Benefits include:

· Stay updated on school events

· Support student programs and teacher resources

· Strengthen our school community

Membership is open to all family members, and students.

Let’s reach our goal together and make this school year amazing!

Thank you,

Christina Nguyen

PTSA Membership Committee

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!