Family Newsletter
November 23, 2025

Message From the Principal
Dear Parker Elementary School Families,
As we look forward to our Thanksgiving Break, please remember that we have 2.5 school days next week. We are excited to kick things off on Monday as our First Grade friends head to Legoland for their very first field trip of the year! Tuesday will be Picture Make-up/Retake Day, and we will wrap up our short week on Wednesday with a half-day schedule, with dismissal happening at 11:40 am.
We hope that you all enjoy your well-deserved time off with the people that you care about!
Best,
Matt Lutinski
Principal, Parker Elementary School
From the Art Room!
Parker Families!
This year I am exploring some projects I have never done before. I am very excited about them, but I do need some help with the supply list.
I am looking for:
- Empty tissue boxes
- Small broken toys
- Flat pieces of cardboard.
Thank you for your help!
Ms. Wallace
School Store Open
Hi Parker community!
Our school store has reopened for the next few weeks. We have taken feedback and added some new items that we are so excited about! Please reach out with any questions! Also please note that some items are adult only.
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/parker-gear-2
Thank you
Parker PTO
Curriculum Corner
This section of the school’s weekly newsletter will provide you with helpful information about the curriculum we are using. While much of the focus this year will be on our new ELA curriculum, we will also share insights about other subject areas as needed. This section may not appear every week. We hope you find the Curriculum Corner useful and informative!
This week’s highlight-
In case you missed it - Here is a video that was shared at the beginning of the year that outlines the new ELA curriculum.
Student Council Supported Food Drive
Students can drop off donated items to the box left in the office by our Student Council. Our Student Council is working in collaboration with BMHS students to gather dontions for the Billerica Food Pantry.
Please reach out to Ms. Wilson (jwilson@billericak12.com) or Ms. Jones (kjones@billericak12.com) with any questions.
Giving Tree
Substitue Teachers/Paras
We are currently looking for substitutes and are reaching out to our family network!
If you or someone you know is interested in a rewarding opportunity, please check out the full job posting for all the details and requirements: https://www.schoolspring.com/jobdetail?jobId=5399796.
Thanks for considering! If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Lutinski (mlutinski@billericak12.com).
BMHS Craft Fair
Upcoming Events
Monday, November 24, 2025 -- 1st Grade Field Trip to Legoland
Tuesday, November 25, 2025 -- Picture Retake/Make-Up Day
Wednesday, November 26, 2025 -- 1/2 Day
Thursday, November 27, 2025 -- No School -- Happy Thanksgiving
Friday, November 28, 2025 -- No School
Monday, December 8, 2025 -- T1 Report Cards Published
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 -- School Committee Showcase
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 -- PTO Meeting
Thursday, December 18, 2025 -- 4th Grade Chorus Concert
Tuesday, Decmeber 23, 2025 -- 1/2 Day
Contact Info
Parker Elementary School
Principal: Mr. Matt Lutinski
Asst. Principal: Ms. Katie Cochran
Main Office: Ms. Judy Butler, 978-528-8610
Attendance: 978-528-8610
Nurse: 978-528-8620
Website: https://www.billericak12.com/schools/parker-elementary
Location: 52 River Street, Billerica, MA 01821