Parsons Pirates Update
March 18, 2024
Message from the Principal
Read to Succeed
Author Lindsey Gizicki
Thank you to our PTO and your fundraising dollars from our Fun Run! We had an awesome assembly from the author of The Pirate Doctor. She read her book, discussed the writing process, and had the students write. It was a great opportunity during Reading Month!
Taking questions from our Pirates
Learning from the Author of The Pirate Doctor
Writer's Workshop
Kindergarten Round Up
Do you have a child at home who will be five years old on or before September 1, 2024? Do you know someone who does, perhaps a friend or a neighbor? If so, Gibraltar School District has a spot waiting just for them in our kindergarten classrooms next year! Gibraltar School District offers both a traditional Kindergarten program as well as a Young Fives Kindergarten program. Both of these programs have a strong focus on the math and literacy skills needed for a solid foundation through the course of the formative elementary years. Registration is open now! Once you register, please join us for an informational night, for parents and prospective students, on Tuesday, April 16 at 6:00 at Parsons. Visit our website for more information!
https://www.gibdist.net/page/kindergarten-and-young-fives-information
Drop Off
Please DO NOT drop off your child early. We open the doors at 8:33. There is NO supervision prior to this time.
Lost and Found
Have your child check the lost and found this week! We will donate clothes and items during Spring Break.
We LOVE our teachers! Don't forget to shout out a staff member!
Transportation Reminder
Students are not allowed to ride home with friends on the bus, even with a note. The transportation department is not able to accommodate additional riders since are busses are full. Thanks for understanding.
Talent Show is Coming!
The Talent Show is coming on March 22, 2024 at 2:00. Rehearsal is March 18th after school. Please see the flyer below.
Alice in Wonderland is this week!
Get ready for the Drama Club performance!
Alice in Wonderland
Thursday, March 21st, 2024
6:30 pm
Carlson High School Auditorium
Solar Eclipse
A total solar eclipse is crossing North America on April 8th, and we will be able to see about 99% totality from the Gibraltar School District! After this event, we won't have another total solar eclipse visible f rom the U.S. until 2044! We are thrilled to announce that the Gibraltar School District is providing eclipse viewing glasses to our students and staff for the upcoming total solar eclipse! A form will go home after break if you want to opt your child out of this experience.
Run Club is Back!
Run Club starts back up Tuesday, April 16th due to no school on Wednesday, April 17th! More info to come...stay tuned!
Come Skate With Us!
The Carnival is Coming!
The Carnival is coming back to Parsons! Please sign up here to volunteer! We need a lot of hands to pull off this awesome event!
Caught Reading Winners
Our winners for week 2 were Piper P and Landon S. They won A & W gift cards. Keep reading Pirates! I love to see your pictures!
Reading Bingo!
Custard Corner coupons will be delivered March 22nd. Keep those Bingos coming for your free cone coupon! We love to see all the fun pictures of reading in bathtubs, cars, beds, restaurants, forts, etc!
Spark Orange Frog Positive Award
Olive was out last week so we are keeping her on!
- Student Spark of the Week: Olive C
- Olive goes out of her way to bring joy to others. She likes to make cards for friends and staff. She has a smile to give to everyone and is excited to say hello in the hallway.
- What brings you joy? Making other people smile and helping my brother when he gets in trouble and needs a hug
- How do you bring joy to others? By smiling at them
- Who is someone that brings joy to you? My friends and family
Parking Lot Safety
Pull all the way up!
DO NOT get out and abandon your car. If you are getting out of your car to pick up your child, you MUST park in the parking lot.
Watch Dogs
WatchDOGS started on October 10th. Check out the link and/or the QR code.
Please only sign up for two days to allow more parents to sign up.
School Hours
School doors open at 8:33! Our school hours are from 8:38am-3:33 pm. Our half day hours are 8:38 am-11:55 am. School dismissal is staggered. Please read information from your child’s teacher regarding grade level dismissal.
Tardy 8:45
Absent AM 9:30
Absent PM 2:30
Please Check Out Our GSD Student Handbook
Are you interested in Champions?
Please check out the Champions flyer below!
School Safety
All doors are locked during the school day. If you come to school, you will be buzzed into the foyer area and office and then asked to show identification before your child is released. All visitors/volunteers in the building must report and sign in at the office. Visitors must wear a badge in the school building. All volunteers in the classroom and for field trips must have a background check on file each year. Just a reminder that if you have a felony conviction you may not volunteer in the classroom or on field trips.
Parsons Positive Behavior Model
This month we are working on Growth Mindset
PBIS Clubs: We have had a lot of fun at our first club session. Our next session starts March 21st.
Check out the March Lunch Menu!
Free School Breakfast and Lunch
Governor Whitmer has made school breakfast and lunch free again this school year. You will receive free and reduced lunch forms the first day of school. Even though meals are free we encourage all families to fill out the forms. The completion of the application by our families helps us receive federal funding. Lunch menus are available at this link.
Lunch is 11:45-1:00.
K 11:45-12:10
3 11:55-12:20
1 12:05-12:30
4 12:15-12:40
2 12:25-12:50
5 12:35-1:00
Teacher of the Month
Jamie Churches', State Representative HD 27, office has a new ‘Teacher of the Month’ nomination form available on their website. As always, they wish to highlight the phenomenal educators of our district and showcase their incredible efforts in the classroom, with our students, and within the school community. I have attached the link to this email for your convenience. As they receive nominations, her team will reach out accordingly to schedule a day/time to present the award to a teacher per school month. Last year, Brittany Gurney received this award. We have so many awesome educators!
Teacher of the Month Nomination Form: https://housedems.com/jaime-churches/teacher-of-the-month/
When to Keep Your Child Home From School
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X1h-iSol2YD68QRJndqs3bNInfpnLoISC0h1E_B7-Ck/edit?usp=sharing
Upcoming Dates
March 21st Drama Club Final Performance
March 22nd: Talent Show
March 25th-April 1st : No School, Spring Break
April 2nd: School Resumes
April 5th: Half Day, Dismissal 11:55
April 9th: PTO 6:00
April 11th: Board Meeting 7:00
April 16th: Kindergarten Round Up 6:00
April 17th: No School, PD day
April 22nd: Earth Day
April 24th: Camp Meeting 5:00 pm
May 9th: Mornings with Mom, Board meeting 7:00
May 14th: PTO 6:00
May 16th: Bike to School
May 20th-May 22nd: 5th Grade Camp
May 23rd: Carnival
May 27th: Memorial Day, No School
May 30th: Donuts with Dad
May 31st: 5th Grade Party 5:00-7:30
June 5th: Senior Clap Out at Parsons
June 7th: CHS Graduation
June 10th: Field Day
June 14th: Last Day of School, Half Day 11:55 dismissal
Previous Updates
Mrs. Aherne
Email: ahernes@gibdist.net
Website: https://www.gibdist.net/parsons-elementary
Location: Parsons Elementary School, Middle Gibraltar Road, Gibraltar, MI, USA
Phone: (734) 379-7050
