Parkland Magnet Middle School

• Starting on November 11th, and every other Wednesday thereafter from 3:15p-4:15p, students will have an opportunity to expand their math knowledge through competition and various math activities like MATHCOUNTS, Math League, Carderock Math Contest and MORE.
• To register, please send your student's first and last name, grade, as well as your (parent's) name, email and phone number to vijay_kr@yahoo.com or via text to 301-524-6038.

• Boys and Girls Basketball tryouts will begin December 8th!
• However, you must meet certain requirements BEFORE you can even try out for the team:

• First, you must have a minimum 2.0 GPA with no more than one E on your report card.

• Second, you must have a current SR-8 Physicians Form English | Spanish form signed and dated by a physician within the last 2 years either turned in to the Health Room, Mr. Flanagan, or uploaded through the MCPS ParentVue Portal beginning October 27 to December 6th.

• And finally, you must have a Parent Permission Slip turned into Mr. Flanagan or done through the MCPS ParentVue Portal.

• For more information, please visit the Parkland Magnet Middle School Website and click on the "Athletics" link.

• Your student’s application for the high school possibilities process must be completed in ParentVUE by this Friday, November 6.

• Before submitting the application, please take a moment to watch the videos prepared for each program in the “Central South” region:

Kennedy HS

CLT: Jane_E_Cocker@mcpsmd.org

Website: https://kennedy-hs.mcpsmd.org/

Video: Kennedy

Walter Johnson HS

CLT: Katherine_A_Simmons@mcpsmd.org & Emily_C_Fishel@mcpsmd.org

Website: https://wj-hs.mcpsmd.org/

Video: Walter Johnson

Wheaton HS

CLT: Lisa_Gerhardt@mcpsmd.org

Website: https://wheaton-hs.mcpsmd.org/

Video: Wheaton

Woodward HS

CLT & Principal: Robert_Sinclair@mcpsmd.org

Website: https://woodward-hs.mcpsmd.org/

Video: Woodward

• If you have any questions, you may contact the individuals listed for each program.

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• If you missed the family information session held at Parkland on October 21, you can view the slides presented that evening here: October 21 Family Information Session Slides

• If you have any questions or need assistance with your child’s application process, please contact your child’s school counselor by email or call the school at 240-740-6800.

Message from PTSA President:

The PTSA would like to share a few updates and reminders.

Election Day Bake & Book Sale

• The PTSA is seeking student volunteers for the Election Day Bake & Book Sale on Tuesday, November 3, at Parkland Middle School.
• Volunteer shifts are available from 7:00 a.m.– 2:00 p.m. and 4:00p – 8:00 p.m.
• Students will earn SSL hours.
• Each student volunteer must have an accompanying adult.
• Sign up to volunteer here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B054EAFAB2EA7FA7-66900753-election
• The PTSA is also requesting donated baked goods, snack items and used books from families.
• Students will earn SSL hours for baking.
• Sign up to donate here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B054EAFAB2EA7FA7-66900753-election
• Proceeds will support PTSA-sponsored activities, including the all-school Valentine’s Day dance, eighth-grade graduation events, IXL Night, teacher mini-grants, and more.

BINGO Loco Night (flyer attached)

• This event has been rescheduled to Friday, November 20, from 7:00pm - 8:00pm in the Parkland cafeteria.
• This isn't your grandma's BINGO!
• What is BINGO Loco? It is a blend of BINGO, your favorite music and FUN where you will win quirky prizes you really want, but do not need.
• Cost? $5 per person
• What's included? 1 hour of entertainment including a DJ and dance-offs with a BINGO book and fun prizes.
• Pizza and drinks will be available for purchase.
• Tell your friends to join the fun with you.

Cash to Clothes Bin

• Clear out your closets while helping raise funds for Parkland Middle School.
• Parkland earns money for every bag of clothing, shoes, and textiles placed in the Cash to Clothes collection bin.
• Funds support field trips, the eighth-grade graduation dance, and other student activities.
• Donations are accepted 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• The bin is the white metal collection box located on the right side of the parking lot near the front of the school.

Connect With the PTSA

• The PTSA would love to hear your ideas for ways to bring our community together and create events that all Parkland families can enjoy. Please email Jennifer.Gaegler@gmail.com with your ideas.
• Parkland families who own restaurants or businesses are also encouraged to reach out about possible Restaurant Night Out fundraisers or other family-event partnerships.
• The PTSA would love to support the businesses of our Parkland families!
• Would you like to help manage or volunteer at an event? Email Jennifer.Gaegler@gmail.com.
• Visit www.parklandmsptsa.org/membership to join the PTSA today.
• Your membership helps fund school mini-grants, Teacher Appreciation Week breakfasts, eighth-grade graduation activities, school dances, and more.

Next PTSA Meeting

• Tuesday, November 10, at 7:00pm in the Parkland cafeteria
• Your student can earn 1 SSL hour by volunteering with Kits to Heart while you attend the meeting.

Please click below for more information about an SSL Hours Opportunity.

Saturday School provides academic tutoring and instruction with certified teachers in a nurturing and supportive environment. The program is aligned with the Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) curriculum. This support is offered every Saturday on the dates and times listed on the flyer. MCPS students Grades K through 12 may attend after registering for Saturday School for $100 per year ($50 for students who receive FARMS).

Website: https://saturdayschool.org/

Courses Summary: https://saturdayschool.org/courses/courses-summary/