PARKER WEEKLY BULLETIN
Week of February 2, 2026
FROM THE HEALTH OFFICE
Dear Parent/Guardian,
Massachusetts General Law c. 71, s. 57 requires all publicly enrolled students in grades 5 through 9 to receive annual postural screening for scoliosis. Postural screening is essential as your child is going through his/her most rapid growth rate during 5th-9th grade. During this time, early detection of spinal curvature can create opportunities for the easiest treatment to correct the growth of the spine. These screenings are generally part of your child’s annual physical examination with their primary care provider. However, we will conduct scoliosis screenings at school to ensure all students meet this requirement.
Postural screenings will occur during all PE classes Monday, February 9th through the 13th. I will screen the girls, and Mr. McCarthy will screen the boys. All screenings are done individually, and student privacy is provided for. We ask that female students wear or bring a bathing suit top on the day of the screening; sports bras may cover the scapula and obscure the visualization of the spine and therefore are not optimal. Males will be asked to remove their shirt to ensure appropriate visualization of the bare back to properly see the curves of the spine. If your child is not comfortable participating in this screening during the school day, you may decline the screening by emailing the school nurse with your child’s name and homeroom teacher.
We recommend, in this case, contacting your health care provider to ensure they have been screened at their annual physical.
If your child has recently had a scoliosis screening by their primary care physician, and you would like to excuse them from this screening, please email the school nurse. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the school nurse at kamenidesl@chelmsford.k12.ma.us. Please put Postural Screening in the subject line of the email.
Lisa Kamenides, MSN, RN, NCSN
School Nurse
FEBRUARY
Monday, February 2nd thru Friday, February 6th-19th Annual "Souper Bowl" see flyer below
Thursday, February 5th-Early Release day-dismissal at 11:10 a.m.
Monday, February 9th thru Friday, February 13th-PRIDE WEEK
Monday, February 16th thru Friday February 20th-No School VACATION Week
Monday, February 23rd-School Resumes
MARCH
Monday, March 2nd thru Friday, March 6th - Spirit Week, see flyer below for themes
Wednesday, March 11th - Early Release day - dismissal at 11:10 a.m.
Thursday, March 26th - STEM Fair 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. see file below for more details
BRRR!!! It's cold outside!! Parker students will still be going outside for recess/outside break every day, weather permitting. Please BUNDLE UP!! Remember to wear appropriate clothing, sweatshirts, warm coats, hats and gloves are recommended.
REMINDER-ALL DISMISSALS BEFORE 2:15 PM
REMINDER - PARKER MIDDLE SCHOOL HAS SET A 2:15 p.m. CUT-OFF TIME FOR ALL STUDENT DISMISSALS AS IT IS A CRITICAL SAFETY MEASURE THAT ENSURES A SECURE AND ORDERLY END TO THE SCHOOL DAY.
~THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION WITH THIS POLICY. Please contact the office with any questions or concerns.
DRAMA: The cast list is out and we have had a successful first rehearsal. Check schedule weekly for updates: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bkuEEpcdfAKv7FGLqdZp5EKnc6IKpymJmRHEf1-cKmE/edit?tab=t.0
SELECT CHORUS:The official roster is out and we have also had a successful first rehearsal. See the Fall/Winter schedule here:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a9Sa7k8JvjQ53aaZi0qA30pR6OBp4P3cG2-SuDQybTI/edit?usp=sharing
Yearbooks are now on sale! Emails have been sent by our yearbook company (Walsworth) with an ordering link, but you can also order at https://yearbookforever.com/
No books will be available for sale in June...don't miss out on capturing this year's memories!
PTO UPDATE
Check out the below upcoming PTO activities. You can always reach us at ptoParker@gmail.com. Parker & McCarthy PTOs work collaboratively to provide community building activities, provide enrichment programs for our students and families and support our teachers. Upcoming events, activities and additional information can also be found on our new website.
🎟️ Calendar Raffle *Stay tuned* Going live on Wednesday February, 4th
We will send a dedicated email next week with more detailed information. See the basic info below.
- Raffle tickets are $10 each and will be purchased and shared online
- We will include a calendar and detailed list of our amazing prizes fitting our theme: More Teen Time, Less Screen Time.
- 1 winner will be drawn each day in March, 2026. Winners will be notified by text message and/or email.
- Prizes will be sent home with students to deliver to winners and/or picked up at Parker Middle School.
🏒 Riverhawks Hockey:
UML Riverhawks will be hosting Chelmsford Middle Schools. Meet all your middle school friends at the Tsongas for two great nights of hockey!
· Saturday, February 21st @ 6:05 PM Click link to order tickets
🏀 Harlem Globetrotters - STILL TICKETS AVAILABLE
The Harlem Globetrotters are an American exhibition basketball team founded in 1996 in Harlem, New York, known for their combination of elite athleticism, entertainment, and comedic showmanship. Support the PTO as $5 of each ticket will be donated back to the Middle Schools PTO.
· Saturday, February 14th @ 2:00 PM Click link to order tickets
🦁🎤🎶 Chelmsford Middle Schools' Showboat - May 16th 2026
All middle school students are invited to audition and attend! This is our version of a talent show. email for more information.
- Auditions take place between 3/30 and 4/10
- Groups acts encouraged
- Emcees needed
- See the attached flyer for more information.
IT'S AS EASY AS 1, 2, 3!
The Box Tops for Education app allows you to earn cash for schools by purchasing participating Box Tops products and scanning your store receipts or digital receipts. You can download the free app for iOS and Android devices, select your school, scan the receipt, and the app automatically identifies and credits your school for the products. Earnings are posted to the school's account and checks are sent to the schools twice a year.
- Download the App: Get the Box Tops for Education app from your device's app store.
- Select Your School: Choose a school to support, or find a school in need.
- Shop: Purchase Box Tops products that have the Box Tops icon.
- Scan Receipts: Open the app, tap "Scan," and take a clear, well-lit photo of your store receipt to earn cash for your school.
- Earn: The app automatically identifies the Box Tops products and adds the earnings to your school's account.
- Receive Funds: Eligible schools receive checks twice a year based on the earnings credited to their accounts.
WAYS TO EARN: Connected Accounts: Connect your account to participating retailers, like Walmart, to automatically earn when you buy eligible products. Bonus Box Tops: Participate in special promotions and sweepstakes to earn extra earnings for your school.
If your student is going to be absent, tardy or dismissed please:
Email: ParkerAttendance@chelmsford.k12.ma.us
Please Send Email: Prior to 9am on the day of the absence. Please Include: Child’s name, Grade, and Reason for absence. We encourage you to use the email option when reporting an absence, dismissal, etc. for efficiency.
**PLEASE READ**
We will continue to send automated emails home when students are absent. You will receive the email whether you notified the school or not. In order for an absence to be marked as "Excused", families will need to provide medical documentation. Please call the office if you have any questions or need clarification. ~ Thank you for your understanding.
Ordering Student Lunches on Early Release Days
Directions to set up your account and order:
- URL Link: https://family.onlineordering.linq.com/
- Sign up now: Email, create password.
- School District: Chelmsford Public Schools
- Student ID: This can be found on X2-Student's ID Number
- Last Name: (You can also search and add siblings/family members at this time). Once this is completed, student's name should appear on page
- School Menu-select online lunch ordering (all schools)
- Scroll to week of half day/early release date (top right of page)
- Find date, select meal option
- Add item to cart/Select add to order
- Click on shopping cart icon at top right of page
- Click check-out
- Select pick-up location: Elementary pick-up location classroom. Middle/High school pick up location cafeteria.
- Place order
Early Release Dates:
Thursday, February 5th
Wednesday, March 11th
Tuesday, April 7th
Parker Middle School
Email: robinsond@chelmsford.k12.ma.us
Website: https://parker.chelmsfordschools.org/
Location: 75 Graniteville Road
Phone: 978-251-5133