Panther Pamphlet

Dear Parkwood Families,

What an exciting month we've had so far at Parkwood! We want to highlight some of our incredible recent achievements and upcoming events.

Celebrations from the Week — Student Highlights 🌟

We had a wonderful week full of learning and community. Thank you to everyone who joined in!

• Spelling Bee Champions 🏆

  • Winner: Heron Bothwell
  • First Runner-up: Gracelyn Goertler
  • Second Runner-up: Lincoln Praedel
  • Congratulations to these students and to all who participated — your effort and courage are inspiring!

• Special Events

  • We enjoyed engaging 100s Day activities and joyful Valentine’s Day classroom parties. These events created many smiling faces and meaningful learning moments. Pictures Below!
  • A heartfelt thank you to our PTO and parent volunteers for organizing a fantastic school dance. Students, staff, family members, and even some former students had a wonderful time — your help made it possible. We are grateful for your time, energy, and commitment.

Important Announcements & Key Dates

Please mark your calendars — several events and action items are coming up:

• Talent Show

  • Tryouts: Wednesday, February 18 — After school in the gym, 4:00–5:30 PM (students should come prepared to perform a 60–90 second piece).
  • Rehearsal: Thursday, March 12 — After school in the gym, 4:00–5:30 PM.
  • Talent Show Performance: Friday, March 13 — Two shows: 1:30–2:15 PM and 2:30–3:15 PM.
  • Action: See the attached information sheet below if your child is interested in participating.

• 5th Grade Orchestra Concert

  • Thursday, February 19 — 6:30 PM at Chenery Auditorium.

• 2nd Grade Wax Museum

  • Friday, February 20 — 3:05 PM in the gym.

• Literacy Night

  • Wednesday, February 25 — 5:00–6:30 PM.
  • Action: Bring the whole family for reading activities, book giveaways, and resources to support literacy at home.

• Mid-Winter Break — No School

  • Friday, February 27 — School is closed for Mid-Winter Break.

Thank you for your ongoing support in helping our students thrive. We are grateful for the ways you partner with us — through volunteering, attending events, and encouraging your children every day.

We look forward to seeing many of you soon at our concerts, Literacy Night, and the talent show. Together, we make our school a warm, welcoming place for every child.

Warmly,