Panther Weekly

August 24 - August 30
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 to these Parkview Art students!!!
These students will get to attend weekly art classes on Saturdays all year with a culminating art exhibit in the spring at the Hudgens Center for the Arts.
We are so excited to see what they can do!
Arionah Malcolm
Autumn Johnson
Avery Reagin
Avery Pinkerman
Keyleigh Gordon
Micah Gracias
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.
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.)
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
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
- 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
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
Curriculum Night Is Coming Up
Click Here to see all parking and visitor information.
Let's Start the Year Safe - Dropoff and Pickup at Parkview
Please note that students will not be able to enter the building until 6:30am each day. If a student is dropped off at school prior to 6:30am, they will be unable to enter the building until 6:30am when the doors are unlocked and opened.
For the safety of our students, staff and all visitors on campus, please follow our procedures when driving on campus.
- Morning carpool is on both sides of campus.
- Afternoon carpool is only on the A building side of campus next to Camp Creek. Any parents picking up on the stadium side of campus will be asked to turn around.
- Please do not pull into student or teacher lots for student drop off or pick up.
- Students, please only park in your assigned spot, if you do not have a parking pass, please do not park on the Parkview campus.
- Please follow the instructions of all parking attendants and staff as they direct you through campus. We all are working to make this time run as smooth as possible.
- Please stop at all crosswalks and stop signs on campus. The county has installed speed bumps to help slow vehicles in danger areas.
- Please do not make a left when you are leaving campus during drop off or pick up. This causes traffic to back up both at the school and on Cole Dr. and it creates dangerous situations for buses and other vehicles traveling on Cole Dr.
Parking Pass
A limited number of parking permits are available again through MyPaymentsPlus for $70.
Please note:
- Parking permits will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Sales will remain open until all parking spaces are sold.
- After you pay through MyPaymentsPlus, you may pick up your parking decal in the H-Building Administrative Office.
- To receive your parking decal, you must bring:
- Your valid driver's license
- A hard copy of your current vehicle insurance card
If you plan to drive to school this year, please complete your purchase as soon as possible. No additional parking permits will be issued once all spaces are assigned.
I will get my driver's license after school starts... What do I do?
- If you bought a parking pass, your spot is reserved.
- Parkview will issue you your parking decal once you provide us with a copy of your driver's license and current insurance card.
- You will need to come to the H-building admin office/Room 4.223 - Before school 6:40 am-7:05 am or after 2:15-2:50
- Students must present a valid driver’s license and current insurance card to receive their decal.
- A copy of the driver’s license and insurance card will be made & filed with your signed Parking Guidelines
- Only the student may pick up the parking decal—no exceptions.
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!
All Season Sports Pass
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 - August 28 on My Payments Plus
Passes will be valid through May 26, 2027
Student Pass: $89
Adult Pass: $99
Corky Kell Special ( Includes 1 ticket to Corky Kell) :
Student - $99
Adult - $109
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
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
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.
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!
*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 Swim Ice Cream Social
August 22
Parkview Swim Ice Cream Social @ 5-8:30pm
Location: Hanarry West Pool, 527 Emily Dr SW, Lilburn, GA 30047
All returning and interested swimmers and divers: join us for an ice cream social. Come meet our coaches and athletes and have some fun in the pool!
Cross Country - North Georgia Two Mile Stage Races 2026
August 22
Cross Country @ 8:00am
Location: East Jackson HS, 1435 Hoods Mill Rd, Commerce, GA 30529
Computer Science Honor Society Interest Meeting
August 24
Computer Science Honor Society interest meeting @ 2:20pm
Location: Mr. Jiwani’s room, G-1.116
We will go over service opportunities, honor cord requirements, and much more. All current, and previous, computer science students should attend, if interested. We hope to see you there!
DECA Competition Meeting
August 24
DECA will have its first Competition Monday meeting @ 6:45am or 2:25pm
Location: 3DE Collaboration Room - H building
If you can't make it in the morning, come in the afternoon!
Girl Up Interest Meeting
August 24
Girl Up Interest Meeting @ 2:20-3pm
Location: Room 3.161, Art room
9th Grade & JV vs Dunwoody, South Gwinnett, & Shiloh
August 24
9th vs. Dunwoody @ 5:00pm
JV vs. South @ 5:00pm
9th & JV vs Shiloh @ 7:00pm
Location: PHS gyms
Girls Basketball Interest Meeting
August 25
Girls Basketball Meeting @ 2:25pm
Location: Basketball weight room
Attention all female athletes: If you want to try out for girls basketball in October, please attend an Interest Meeting with Coach Mehlhorn. This meeting is for returners and newcomers. If you have specific questions, please email Coach Mehlhorn.
Astronomy Club Interest Meeting
August 25
Astronomy Club Interest Meeting @ 2:15-2:45pm
Location: Ms Hart's Room, G1.123
Interested in Stars, Planets, and Space? Come and check out the Astronomy Club!
TSA Fall Leadership Conference and State Leadership Conference interest meeting
August 25
TSA Leadership Interest Meeting @ 2:25-3:15pm
Location: Room 1.547 - Cafeteria
If you’re interested in building your leadership skills and STEM competition experience, come be a part of the 10-Time Championship team!!!
Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society Interest Meeting
August 25
Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society interest meeting @ 2:20pm
Location: H - 3DECollab Room
If you are a Junior or Senior who has taken AP Social Studies classes, be sure to stop by and see how you can join. See Ms. Harvey or Mrs. Baars if you have any questions!
Varsity Softball vs Duluth
Varsity Volleyball vs Loganville & Dacula
August 25
Varsity vs. Loganville @ 5:00pm
Varsity vs. Dacula @ 7:00pm
Location: PHS Gyms
HoPe - Hispanic Organization Promoting Education Interest Meeting
August 26
HoPe Interest Meeting @ 2:25pm
Location: PHS Theater
Impact Teen Interest Meeting
August 26
Impact Teens interest meeting @ 2:20pm
Location: G 1.153
Spanish Club Interest Meeting
August 26
Spanish Club @ 2:20pm
Location: A 12.123
Join us for our first meeting of the year. Come enjoy snacks inspired by Latin American culture and learn what Spanish Club is all about. Everyone is welcome!
Dive Interest Meeting
August 27
Dive Interest Meeting @ 6:45am
Location: Room E-15.114
Are you good at diving in a pool? Can you do a flip? Come to our interest meeting, both returning and new divers are welcome!
National Art Honor Society Interest Meeting
August 27
NAHS Interest meeting @ 2:20-3:15
Location: E 3.161
Varsity & JV Softball vs North Gwinnett
August 27
JV @ 4:00pm
Varsity Softball @ 6:00pm
Location: North Gwinnett HS, 20 Level Creek Rd NW, Suwanee, GA 30024
9th Grade Football vs South Gwinnett
JV Football @ South Gwinnett
August 27
JV @ 6:00pm
Location: South Gwinnett HS, 2288 Main St E, Snellville, GA 30078
9th grade, JV & Varsity Volleyball vs Buford & Johns Creek
August 27
9th Grade, JV & Varsity vs. Johns Creek @ 6:00pm
9th Grade, JV & Varsity vs. Buford @ 7:00pm
Location: Buford HS, 2455 Buford Hwy NE, Buford, GA 30518
Varsity Football vs South Gwinnett
August 28
Varsity Football vs South Gwinnett @ 7:30pm
Location: South Gwinnett HS, 2288 Main St E, Snellville, GA 30078