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Panther Weekly

August 31 - September 6 August 31 - September 6

Your Guide to the Big Orange Jungle Your Guide to the Big Orange Jungle

Do you have questions about school lunch, where student drop-off and pick-up are, or attendance policies? Do you have questions about where you see your bus information, important dates, or upcoming testing?

Click Here to see all of this information and more

in Your Guide to the Big Orange Jungle

Congratulations
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Teacher of the Year Finalists Teacher of the Year Finalists

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Mike Demarest

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Samantha Irons

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Kim Korth

Congratulations to our 2028 TOTY Finalists!


Mike Demarest

Samantha Irons

Kim Korth

Congratulations Parkview Cross Country Congratulations Parkview Cross Country

Congratulations to the Parkview Cross Country teams for their performances on Saturday ( Aug. 22) at the North Georgia Stage Races. The JV girls team won 1st place and Varsity girls took 3rd.

We had several individual top finishes.

In the Stage One race: Caroline Bold took 3rd, Parker Cheaves 5th, and Kalea Calvillo 11th place.

In the Stage Two race, Rishi Patel took 5th, Sarah Barnett 6th and Liberty Hammond 7th.

For Junior Varsity, Priya Patel took 6th , Taylor Seymour 7th, and Meron Debebe 13th.

News Update
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News This Week News This Week

Picture Retakes

If you missed picture day, picture retakes will be on Tuesday, Sept. 15th in the gym lobby during all advisement/lunch periods.

What my culture means to me. Explore the arts and express yourself. Learn more and get involved.  PTA.org/reflections
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PTSA Reflections Competition

Do you sing, write poetry, draw, paint, sculpt, dance, write stories, play a musical instrument, love photography?
Would you like to enter a school PTSA competition that could lead to state and even national recognition?
If you said, YES, then the REFLECTIONS competition is for YOU!

Go to this website for entry form and more information: Parkview Reflections Website

Submit Entries and Form by Friday, Oct. 23rd to PKVWPTSAREFLECTIONS@GMAIL.COM

(must be submitted by a non-school email address to be received.)

Friendly Reminder
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Morning Drop-off Morning Drop-off

Morning student drop-off is on both sides of campus. You may use the lane that runs in front of B building or the lane that runs up Panther Drive in front of the stadium. Please do not pull into student or staff parking lots to drop students or stop in the middle of the lane. There are designated areas for students to exit vehicles for their safety and the safety of others on campus.

Afternoon Pickup Afternoon Pickup

Afternoon student pickup is only on the A building side of campus next to Camp Creek. The stadium side of campus is used as an exit only during dismissal. Any parents picking up or arriving on the stadium side of campus at this time will be asked to turn around in the student parking lot. Please always follow the directions of the parking attendant for everyone's safety on campus.

GCPS Parent Alert: GCPS Parent Alert:

Talk to Your Child About What NOT to Bring or Do at School

GCPS has released a guide for parents and students about appropriate school items and school behavior. Please Click Here for more information.

Parents + Schools = Safe Students

Start the conversation today.

Reminder About Tardy Procedures Reminder About Tardy Procedures

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Please remind your student that beginning Monday, August 10, students will be marked tardy when they are not in the class when the bell rings.

Students who arrive after the bell will be required to report to a designated tardy station to receive a pass before entering class.


Thank you for your support in helping students arrive on time and ready to learn each day.

For all Attendance info please click HERE

Urgent Messages and Deliveries of School & Non-School Items Urgent Messages and Deliveries of School & Non-School Items

  • The school does not accept flowers, balloons and other non-school items for delivery to students.
  • If you deliver items left at home, we are not responsible for getting items to the student nor are we responsible for any loss or damage to the items. You must let your student know to pick them up from the shelf in the vestibule.
  • No outside food is allowed to be delivered except packed lunches from home. That means... NO DELIVERIES OF FOOD ANYWHERE ON CAMPUS FROM PARENTS OR DELIVERY SERVICE
Assessment Office
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PSAT/NMSQT PSAT/NMSQT

On Tuesday, October 27th, all 10th and 11th grade students will take the take the PSAT/NMSQT® (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test), an important step along their path to college. This test is provided for free to all 10th and 11th grade students in GCPS. All 10th and 11th grade students will automatically be registered for the exam.

Students in 9th grade can also participate by registering on MyPaymentsPlus and paying a $20 test registration fee.

The deadline to register is Friday, September 11, 2026!

Who: 9th grade student

What: PSAT/NMSQT

When: Test Day is Wednesday, October 27th

Where: Parkview High School

Fee: $20 – Register on MyPaymentsPlus – “Parkview HS PSAT 9th Graders ONLY”

Deadline: Friday, September 11th

College Board Accommodations:

All 10th and 11th grade students will take the PSAT/NMSQT on October 27, 2026. Requests for testing accommodations are due on September 4th. If your student qualifies for testing accommodations and you would like to request them, please fill out this form:

https://accommodations.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/ssd-consent-form-accommodations.pdf

Please submit all requests to Dr. Edwards (IEP) or Ms. Thomas (504). If you have any questions, please contact Parkview’s SSD Coordinators:

IEP / special education accommodations: amy.edwards@gcpsk12.org

504 accommodations: Gloria.Thomas@gcpsk12.org

Parkview Curriculum Office
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Curriculum Night Is Coming Up Curriculum Night Is Coming Up

Curriculum Night September 1
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Curriculum Night is September 1st at 6:30pm. It offers parents a chance to meet their student’s teachers by following their schedule throughout the evening. Parents will start in their student’s 1st-period class, where each session is designed to provide sufficient time for the teacher to review the curriculum. This event is a fantastic opportunity to gain insight into what your student will experience this year at Parkview High School.


Parents can access their student’s schedule on ParentVUE. If you are having issues accessing ParentVUE, you can go to the cafeteria to have one printed. Students will recieve a copy of their schedule Monday, August 31st.

Credit Recovery Options During Fall 2026 Semester Credit Recovery Options During Fall 2026 Semester

  • Credit Recovery is available to students who have previously failed a course with a grade between 50-69.
  • Credit Recovery is not recognized by the NCAA clearinghouse.
  • Once complete, the student will be added to the credit recovery section and the grade earned will be added to the student’s course history at the end of the academic term.

Credit Recovery using Georgia Virtual School

  • All work is self-paced and is completed by the student at home except for Post Tests.
  • All Post Tests must be taken under supervision of Mr. Romero in the Credit Recovery Lab in D-1.424 (lab in cafeteria).


The following credit recovery courses are offered through Ga Virtual School:

Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies Other

Lit & Comp I Algebra Biology World Geography Health

Lit & Comp II Geometry Chemistry World History

American Lit Advanced Algebra Physics US History

British Lit Adv. Financial Algebra Environmental Science American Government

Anatomy & Physiology Economics

Astronomy

To Register for Ga Virtual Credit Recovery:

Students should check their GCPS Gmail account for an eligibility email from Coach Romero. If the student is unable to find the email or has any questions, they may email Coach Romero at daniel.romero@gcpsk12.org

Super Saturday Local Credit Recovery

  • Utilizes credit recovery courses created by Parkview teachers.
  • Super Saturday CR consists of three consecutive Saturdays from 8-12 and attendance at all three Saturday sessions are required.
  • A teacher is available to support students as they work through course modules.
  • Students must pass the final exam to receive credit for the course.

The following courses are offered in Super Saturday CR:

Language Arts Mathematics Science Social Studies

Lit & Comp I (S1 & S2) Geometry (S1 & S2) Chemistry (S1 & S2) World History (S1 & S2)

American Lit (S1 & S2) Adv. Algebra (S1 & S2) Physics (S1 & S2) American Gov’t

British Lit (S1 & S2) Economics

Multicultural Lit (S1 & S2)

2026/27 Super Saturday Credit Recovery Sessions

Super Saturday Session 1: Sat., 10/24, Sat., 10/31, & Sat., 11/7 from 8-12

(Deadline to Register for Session 1 is Friday, October 9th at 11:59 pm!)

Super Saturday Session 2: Sat., 1/23, Sat., 1/30, & Sat., 2/6 from 8-12

Super Saturday Session 3: Sat., 4/17, Sat., 4/24, & Sat., 5/1 from 8-12

Super Summer Session: Tues, 6/1, Wed., 6/2, & Thurs., 6/3 from 8-12


To register for Super Saturday Session 1, Click Here

Parkview College and Career Center
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UGA Is Coming to Parkview!

JUNIORS & SENIORS — Don’t miss this opportunity!

A representative from the University of Georgia will be visiting Parkview High School to share information about UGA, college opportunities, and what it takes to become a Bulldog! 🐶❤️🖤

📅 Wednesday, September 9
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
📍 Parkview Theater

Who can attend?

JUNIORS & SENIORS ONLY

How do I attend?

✅ Sign up through your advisement class or Click Here (sign-up closes 48 hrs prior to event)
⏳ Registration closes 48 hours before the event!
🎟️ A pass is required to attend.

Interested in UGA? This is your chance to learn more and get your questions answered!

GO DAWGS! ❤️🖤

Voter Registration Is Coming to Parkview!

Ready to get registered? Make your voice count!

Voter Registration will be available at Parkview High School on:

📅 Wednesday, September 16
📍 Cafeteria
⏰ During ALL lunch periods

What Do You Need to Bring?

🪪 Your State ID
🔢 Know your Social Security number

Who Can Register?

Students must be at least 17½ years old to register.

Don’t miss your opportunity to make your voice heard! 🗳️

Stop by the registration table during your lunch period and get registered!

Parkview Athletics
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All Season Sports Pass - Extended! All Season Sports Pass - Extended!

One Ticket - All Home Games - All Year

You can purchase a pass for all of the home sporting events for just one price! ( This excludes GHSA Playoffs & Tournaments)


Get yours July 19 - September 11 on My Payments Plus

Passes will be valid through May 26, 2027

Student Pass: $89

Adult Pass: $99


Students who have purchased a pass must get a pass from their teacher and go to the media center to have their picture taken.

Parkview Football Student Section Themes Parkview Football Student Section Themes

8/21- PHS vs. Coffee County (away) - SPIRIT OUT

8/28 - PHS vs. South Gwinnett (away) - NEON

9/4 - PHS vs. Collins Hill (home) Childhood Cancer Awareness Night/MPPA Night - GOLD OUT

9/11 - PHS vs. Peachtree Ridge (away) - USA

9/18 - PHS vs. West Forsyth (away) - JERSEY OUT

9/25 - PHS vs. Duluth (home) Homecoming - HAWAIIAN

10/9 - PHS vs. Berkmar (home) Breast Cancer Awareness Night - PINK OUT

10/23 - PHS vs. Norcross (home) Senior Night - RODEO

11/06 - PHS vs. North Gwinnett (away) - FRAT

Class of 2027
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Welcome to your Senior Year!

Parkview's Class of 2027 will be the 51st graduating class! It is easy to keep up with all of the important senior detail if you follow the steps below. Have a great Senior Year!


  • Please check the Parkview website throughout the year for Senior updates and read the updates in the weekly newsletter.
  • If you are on social media, follow the senior account on Instagram @parkview.hs.seniors
  • If you want to be included in the yearbook, make an appointment at Cady.com to schedule your senior portraits. The deadline to be included in the yearbook is November 25, 2026.
CADY - Book your Senior Portraits
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Senior Pictures

Attention Seniors: CADY photographers will be on campus on Saturday, August 15th, in the Gym Lobby. There are sessions still available for booking. In order to be featured in their senior yearbook, seniors must have their portrait taken with CADY, either during an on-campus session or at a local CADY studio. Students who qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch may contact the Yearbook Adviser at Sara.Spring-Kinsey@gcpsk12.org to inquire about obtaining a voucher code to waive the sitting fee. Book early! The deadline for senior portraits is November 25th, 2026.

Visit cady.com/schedule to book now!

Academic Resources
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Sometimes classes can get a little tough! You may struggle with a concept or sometimes you may have just not have paid close enough attention. Luckily Parkview offers help from your teachers and your peers!


If you are in need of tutoring click here for a list of Academic Resources!

What's happening this week -  Join in!
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*Please note that times and dates of athletic events are subject to change. Please check the Parkview Athletics calendar on the Parkview website for updates. Students, please check with your club sponsor with questions about meeting times and locations or check the club calendar.

Parkview school calendar Parkview Club Information

Parkview Clubs and Activities
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UNICEF Interest Meeting

August 31

UNICEF Interest Meeting @ 2:25pm

Location: Mrs. Dann’s room A- 12.223

Want to make a difference locally and globally? Join us for the UNICEF Club’s first interest meeting of the year. Come learn about our upcoming service projects, leadership opportunities, and how you can help support children around the world-snacks will be provided!

Parkview Clubs and Activities
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DECA & BETA Club Camp Creek Call Rider Interest Meeting

August 31

DECA and BETA club Camp Creek Car Riders Interest Meeting @ 6:30am or 2:20pm

Location: 3DE Collaboration Room - H building

Camp Creek Car Riders is back!! DECA and BETA clubs have teamed up to help our feeder elementary school and YOU earn those volunteer hours. Please stay after our meeting on Monday to learn how to earn those points toward honor cords!!

Parkview Gridiron Team
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Gridiron Team Interest Meeting

September 1

Gridiron Team Interest Meeting @ 2:20pm

Location: G- 1.222

Would you like to earn a letter and earn your community service hours while having fun? Join the Gridiron Team!

Parkview Clubs and Activities
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Tri-M Music Honor Society Interest Meeting

September 1

Tri-M Interest Meeting @ 2:30pm

Location:

Attention ALL Music Students! We will discuss eligibility, requirements, and future events. Grab a friend and bring them - a modest snack will be provided
Curriculum Night September 1
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Curriculum Night

September 1

Curriculum Night @ 6:30pm

Location: PHS Cafeteria and classrooms

Parents will follow their students schedules and learn more about the curriculum the students will be following.

Parkview Softball
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Varsity & JV Softball vs Peachtree Ridge

September 1

JV @ 4:00pm

Varsity @ 6:00pm

Location: PHS Softball Field

Tickets on GoFan.co

Parkview Volleyball
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Varsity Volleyball vs Brookwood

September 1

Varsity vs. Brookwood @ 5:30pm

Location: Brookwood HS, 1255 Dogwood Rd SW, Snellville, GA 30078

Tickets on GoFan.co

Parkview Soccer
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Girls Soccer Interest Meeting

September 2

Girls Soccer Interest Meeting @ 6:50am

Location: New Gym

Interested in playing girls soccer? Anyone who cannot make the meeting needs to see Coach Macoy in the gym.

Parkview Volleyball
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9th Grade & JV vs North Gwinnett & Lanier

September 2

9th & JV vs. North Gwinnett @ 5:00pm

9th & JV vs Lanier @ 7:00pm

Location: PHS Gyms

Tickets on GoFan.co

Parkview Softball
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Varsity Softball vs Norcross

September 3

JV @ 4:00pm

Varsity @ 6:00pm

Location: PHS Softball Field

Tickets on GoFan.co

Parkview Football
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9th Grade Football vs North Gwinnett

September 3

9th Grade @ 6:00pm

Location: North Gwinnett, 20 Level Creek Rd NW, Suwanee, GA 30024

Tickets on GoFan.co

Parkview Football
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JV Football vs North Gwinnett

September 3

JV @ 6:00pm

Location: PHS Stadium

Tickets on GoFan.co

Parkview Football
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Varsity Football vs Collins Hill - Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - Gold Out

September 4

Varsity Football vs Collins Hill @ 7:30pm

Location: PHS Stadium

Tickets on GoFan.co

Parkview Cross Country
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Cross Country - AT&T Starr's Mill XC Meet 2026

September 5

Cross Country @ 8:00am

Location: One Church Course, 2130 Redwine Rd., Fayetteville, GA 30215

Happy Labor Day.  Thank you for your hard work.
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Labor Day

September 7

Happy Labor Day.

There is no school. Please enjoy your day off.

All GCPS Schools are closed.

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