Henry Happenings

Dear Henry Families,

In looking back at the message last week, the weather was so warm! Please bundle your child up tomorrow as it's going to be a cold one. Hopefully, soon we will be consistent with the temperatures, but it is Missouri!

This is a busy and exciting time of year at Henry, with many field trips and special events taking place. As these opportunities approach, we kindly ask that you carefully review your child’s teacher newsletters and emails for important details, including information about upcoming trips and required permission slips.

If your child’s grade level has an upcoming field trip, please log in to Rycor through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal to complete and sign the permission form if you have not already done so. A signed permission slip is required in order for students to participate, and we want to ensure every child is able to attend.

Thank you for your prompt attention and for partnering with us to help make these experiences meaningful and memorable for our students.

Continue reading below for more information about: One School, One Book Information, Sock Drive, Class Placement Input Information, and More!

With Gratitude,

Dr. Jodi Oliver

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February 20- One School, One Book Begins and Read-A-Thon Begins

February 23- PTO Culver's Restuarant Night

February 24- Honors Orchestra, 8:00 AM

February 24 - PTO Reader in Me Minutes Due

February 24 - PTO Community Game Night, 6:30 PM

February 25 - 5th Grade Concert, 6:30 PM

February 26 - 4th Grade Field Trip to Adventures of Intrigue Field Trip (Donohoo and Kaliaperumal), 9:15am- 12:45pm

February 26 - Spirit of Excellence, 6:45 PM

February 27 - 1st Grade Field Trip to Sheldon Concert Hall, 9:30am-12:30pm

February 27- 4th Grade Adventures of Intrigue Field Trip (Ayers, Shillcutt, and Brewer), 9:15am- 12:45pm

February 27 - PTO Reader in Me Prize Distribution

March 1- 5th Grade Choir at Ambush- New Date!

March 2- Parkway Mental Health Awareness Week

March 2- 3rd Grade Busch Stadium Field Trip, 9:15am-1:30pm

March 3- PTO Tab Top Collection

March 4-12- Book Fair

March 6- One School, One Book and Read-A-Thon Ends

As we begin planning for the upcoming school year, we value and welcome family input regarding class placement for your child. Your insights into how your child learns best are an important part of our thoughtful placement process.

Please take a few moments to complete the survey for each child you have attending Henry.

Thank you for partnering with us and for sharing your valuable feedback.

Responses are due by Friday, March 27, 2026.

As part of their service learning project, two classes of students are working to identify a community need and take meaningful action to help others. One need we have learned about is the shortage of socks at local homeless shelters. To support this project, students will be collecting new socks to donate to a local shelter. If you would like to participate, please send in new socks with your child by Thursday, March 12th. This project helps students practice empathy, responsibility, and community involvement. Thank you for your continued support as we encourage students to make a positive impact.

We're thrilled to announce that our Read-A-Thon is underway! We're counting on you to make it a success. If you haven't already, please take a moment to activate your child’s personal reader page by clicking on the following link:

https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/THYaAn?utm=email

It only takes a minute or two, and your support will greatly assist us in meeting our financial goals.

Thank you for your help in reaching our goal.

Congratulations to two of Henry's very own teachers, Ms. Caroline Ayers and Mrs. Anna Filla for being nominated for a Pillar of Parkway. Please click on the link above to learn more about the prestigous award and its long standing history. Congratulations Ms. Ayers and Mrs. Filla! Very well deserved!

Camp FunTastic Day Camp or Sports Camp is an amazing summer opportunity for your children! Due to construction at Green Trails and across the district, camp will be held at Wren Hollow Elementary this summer.

New this year: free bus transportation!
Buses will leave Green Trails at 8:15 a.m. and return students to Green Trails after camp, leaving Wren Hollow at 3:00 p.m. each day. Students attending camp from anywhere in the district are welcome to come to Green Trails to ride the bus.

Registration opens Sunday, February 1 at 11:00 a.m.
Please see the attached flyers for more details!

Online orders will be available until March 20, 2026.

Do you have a child that will be 5 before August 1 in 2026? If so, Kindergarten might be on the horizon for your child! Please click here for more information about Kindergarten registration!

Have you ever wanted to jump, dance, cheer, and have tons of fun with your friends? Jr Longhorn Cheerleading might be perfect for you! Cheerleaders learn awesome moves, cool chants, and exciting routines that help support Jr Longhorn football and spread West Middle school spirit.

Cheerleading helps you build confidence, strength, and teamwork skills. You’ll make new friends, stay active, and learn how to work together to reach big goals. Whether you love to dance, jump, lead a crowd, or just try something new, Jr Longhorn cheer has a place for YOU!

If you will be in grade 5th - 8th this upcoming school year Come join the fun, show your spirit, and shine like a star!

Exciting updates with Parkway Nutrition Services- check out more information about student choice at West Middle, New Food Options at West High, and our Discovery Kitchen.

Culver’s Restaurant Night is on 2/23 from 5-8pm

Location:

• Culver’s of Manchester
• 14444 Manchester Road, 63011

Culver’s will donate 10% of sales from the evening to Henry Elementary PTO. No code needed.

REMINDER: Reading Logs for The Reader in Me are due by 9am on Wednesday, Feb 25th . You may use the following link to submit your readers' minutes.

Henry Families, we need your help! Join the Box Tops February Challenge in your app! Contact HenryBoxTops@gmail.com if you need help!

Did you know that families can recognize staff members with Bulldog Brags, just like we do for students? If you or your child notice a staff member demonstrating one of our Henry Core Values—Kind, Responsible, Persevere, or Inclusive—we invite you to share it using the button below.

Each staff member who receives a Bulldog Brag will be honored with a certificate and a special surprise. As part of our character education, it is important for students to see adults modeling these values every day—and to hear real examples of what they look like in action!

Email: joliver2@parkwayschools.net

Email: lsmith6@parkwayschools.net

Website: https://henry.parkwayschools.net/

Instagram: @pkwyhenrybulldogs