May Newsletter

It's official! Let's welcome our newest alumni, the Class of 2024. These graduates from Parkway Central, West, North, South, and Fern Ridge are truly outstanding students who have demonstrated their readiness to make a significant impact in the world. Joining the Parkway Alumni Association connects them with over 80,000 individuals who share a common bond and experience, uniting them forever. Let's celebrate their achievements and the bright futures ahead. Congrats to the Class of 2024!

Throughout 2023 our alumni association is celebrating three decades of dedicated service to our students and the Parkway community. Anticipating an incredible year ahead, we're thrilled to announce an array of events designed for our esteemed alumni and the community. Be sure to mark your calendars for these upcoming gatherings and stay tuned for additional details.

Come enjoy the music on June 2nd! Proceeds support the John Baker Music Scholars Fund that awards grants to Parkway high school students who wish to continue their interest in music. This annual event will be held at Sky Lounge in Ballwin from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. No RSVP needed, admission at the door with suggested $10 donation.

You're invited to leave it all on the field one more time at our 7v7 Flag Football Tournament! This event is not only an opportunity to relive your glory days on the field but also a chance to reconnect with fellow Parkway alumni and create new memories together. So lace up your cleats, dust off your jersey, and get ready to represent your alma mater with pride! Register to play here online.

• Date: Saturday, June 8
• Time: 1:00 pm (Players arrive at noon)
• Location: Parkway Central football field

Online Registration Now Open!

• Player Registration: $10 per player (does not include team shirt).
• Gate Fee: $2 per person or $5 per family.

Concessions: We'll have delicious concessions available for purchase, so you can fuel up and enjoy the game in true Parkway style.

Plus, enter for FREE to join in the stands and cheer for your team when you bring any perishable breakfast item for the Parkway Food Pantry!

Whether you played 7v7 or cheered from the sidelines, we’re gathering for Happy Hour as a special alumni reunion! Join us June 8th beginning at 7:30 p.m. at Westport Social. No RSVP needed, just come enjoy connecting with alumni!

Join us at 6:30 p.m. at Talayna's (Four Seasons Shopping Center, Chesterfield) on the second Tuesday of each month for an all-alumni networking event. Hear from alumni about their current work and meet other Parkway alumni in our community. To attend, email parkwayalumni@parkwayschools.net to be added to the meeting invite list. Include your name, school, class year, profession, business name and contact info.

If your reunion details aren't on the website, email them to us!

The PAA is here to help you plan a successful reunion! We can provide contact info and guidance for your event. Plus, our volunteers can man the registration table. Reach out to us at (314) 415-8074 or ParkwayAlumni@ParkwaySchools.net for more info.

Interested in our scholarship programs or want to create one to honor yourself or a loved one? Contact Sandy Riutcel, Executive Director of the Parkway Alumni Association, at 314-415-8074 (office) or sriutcel@parkwayschools.net for details. We're here to support your aspirations and ensure our alumni can continue their academic journey!

Dear Parkway Alumni,

It's been my honor to serve as YOUR Parkway Alumni Board President these past two years! However, like any good Parkway program, the goal is "graduation," and my time has come to pass the baton to our next board president who will lead our amazing alumni association.

Thanks to your support, we have been able to serve students through programs like Granting Dreams and the Essman Grants for teachers. We also inducted the newest class into our Alumni Hall of Honor and provided graduating students with scholarships for their future education.

I want to personally thank you for your support. As we move through the summer, please continue to support PAA! Donations can be conveniently made online and are tax-deductible. Your contribution, no matter the size, will play a significant role in shaping the future of Parkway and ensuring that future generations receive the same exceptional education we were privileged to receive.

Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication to our alma mater. We look forward to reconnecting with you and celebrating together this summer.

For This Generation,

Dr. Tom Smith

Congratulations to Jack Prinzi, the 2024 recipient of the Purple Pride Scholarship! Next school year, Jack will be attending Truman State University to become a theatre teacher. He will be enrolled in Truman’s Master of Arts in Education (MAE) program, where he will spend five years earning both a bachelor's degree in theatre and a master's degree in education. We're proud of you, Jack, and excited to see the impact you'll make in the world of theatre education. #ParkwayAlumni

When John was around 8 years old, he would visit the library to find books with snippets of code that he could recreate and tweak. This early passion for coding set the stage for his future. Today, John works for a tech company and codes for fun, creating a mix of fun and useful games under the name Apps for Outerspace. He has experience with every generation of iPads, MacBooks, iPhones, and the recently released Vision Pro. Drawing from his journey, John recently wrote and published a book titled '24 Apps You Can Make Today,' now available on Amazon

Alumni Spotlight: John Kilper, North '01, had the honor of throwing out the first pitch at the Cardinals game this weekend! Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate Parkway Day at the Ballpark!

Our 2024 grads and future teachers! We celebrated 25 students who committed to becoming the next generation of educators at our second annual Future Educator Signing Day. We are so proud of these #ParkwayAlumni!

Congratulations to Lyric Green, Central Middle student, who has been accepted into the Sphynx Performance Academy at the Julliard School in New York! Lyric went from playing the violin to bass, an instrument she had never played before. She has been playing Principal Bass in the Young Peoples Concert Orchestra at Webster Community School.

The Sphinx Organization, based in Detroit, is all about raising diversity in the arts. Founded by a violinist, it has grown from a music-focused group to a multi-disciplinary powerhouse.

We need help at your school! We have openings for bus drivers, and many others for custodians and grounds crew employees needed to support our families. If you know someone who is interested, please share this with them. Interested applicants can call 314-415-8401 for more information or visit this website.