January 5, 2025
Welcome Back, Parker Family!
I hope you had a restful and joyful winter break because it’s time to kick off the second half of our school year with renewed energy and excitement!
This newsletter will be short and sweet (kind of like that last piece of pie you couldn’t resist over the holidays 🤣), but staying consistent is key—even when we’re easing back into the groove.
This is our moment to forge ahead, make adjustments where needed, and double down on what’s working well. Let’s continue building on the successes we’ve achieved so far while reaching new heights. I’m confident this will be a time of growth, achievement, and pride as we exceed our goals and make this year one to remember.
Let’s make it happen—together! 🎉 #ParkerProud
PARKER FRIENDS UPDATES
Happy New Year!
We need your help—only 30% of music contributions have been paid this year. Parker’s music program depends on your support, and we need to reach our goal of 80% participation. Thank you to everyone who has already contributed!
If you haven’t yet made your student’s music contribution, please visit https://bit.ly/parkermc to pay in full or set up a payment plan.
Piano Workshop program ads are available for purchase until 1/8/25! https://bit.ly/PianoWS
Suzuki Workshop T-shirts and program ads are available for purchase until 1/10/25! https://bit.ly/SoulofSuzuki
Your support keeps the music alive at Parker.
Thank you!
Upcoming Dates 📅
January 6th
Birthday Alert!!! Cinthia Martinez (Administrative Assistant)
NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - Staff Professional Development Day
January 7th
STUDENTS RETURN TO SCHOOL
January 8th
West Division Executive Directors Calibration Walk (hosted at Parker)
January 10th & January 13th
West Division Internal IRT Walk Window
January 11th
School Choice Fair @ Westside HS (9am-12pm)
January 14th
Special SDMC Meeting (TES Appraisal System) 3:45-4:45pm