November 2021 Newsletter
SAVE THE DATE: Giving Tuesday
GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of radical generosity. GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Since then, it has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity.
Join the movement and give – each Tuesday and every day – whether it’s some of your time, a donation, or the power of your voice in your local community.
It’s a simple idea: whether it’s making someone smile, helping a neighbor or stranger out, showing up for an issue or people we care about, or giving some of what we have to those who need our help, every act of generosity counts and everyone has something to give. Be a part of the global generosity movement and celebrate all acts of giving.
Upcoming Events
Networking Night
Join us on the second Tuesday of each month for an all-alumni networking event. Hear from alums about their current work and meet other Parkway alumni in our community. The next meeting is set for January 11th. To attend, email parkwayalumni@parkwayschools.net to be added to the meeting invite list.
Virtual Trivia
Register your team now for the Parkway Alumni Virtual Trivia Night on Saturday, February 26, 2022. This is a virtual event, so no matter where you are in the world you can join us! Get your team of 8 together and register now to get the reduced early bird special rate through the end of the year. Register here!
What's Happening at Your School?
Parkway Board Position Openings
Two director positions are open on the Parkway Board of Education, each for a three-year term, in the April 5, 2022 election. The terms of Pam Hill and Sam Sciortino expire in April 2022. Interested and qualified persons may file in person at the Parkway Administrative Center, 455 N. Woods Mill Rd., Chesterfield, MO, 63017.
Filing begins on December 7, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. and will continue during regular business hours Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through December 23. Candidate filing ends on December 28, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. The Parkway Administrative Center will be open from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, December 28 to accept filings. Filing will not occur when the district offices are closed on Friday, December 24 and Monday, December 27. Appointments to file are encouraged but not required.
Honoring our Veterans
Every year, Parkway celebrates Veterans Day. Each school honors veterans through unique celebrations, parades, service projects and more. Take a look at the highlights from this year here online.
North Football Alumni Cheer on the Vikings!
Football Alumni from the past five decades lined the tunnel for current players as they entered the field at a recent playoff game.
This year, North High is celebrating 50 years and invited alumni back to celebrate. North treated them to an on-field experience accompanied by free merchandise, food and plenty of memorable stories.
Mike Roth Named STL Athletic Director of the Year
Recently, Parkway's Mike Roth, was named the St. Louis Athletic Director of the year by the Missouri Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association.
He has served Parkway for over 30 years and has been Parkway's director of activities and athletics since 2014. Prior to that, he was Central High athletic director for five years.
North Teachers on KSDK Teaching the Basics of Inflation
Travel back in time to your high school days and tune in for a quick lesson from Parkway North's economics teacher on inflation. http://ow.ly/ihi750GOq9U
Alumni Highlights
Steve Savard Inducted to Missouri Sports Hall of Fame
Let's hear it for our very own, Steve Savard (North)! Steve was an All-Conference and All-District Linebacker at Parkway North High School, an NCAA II All-Conference and three year team captain, All MIAA Linebacker at Northwest Missouri State University, where he is still #2 in all-time tackles. He played briefly for the Dallas Cowboys. Steve was a sports director for 18 years at KMOV-TV in St. Louis, Missouri and was the voice of the St. Louis Rams for 16 years and now will be inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. Congratulations! http://ow.ly/knAQ50GOq77
Ryan Eslinger
You can take Ryan Eslinger (Central) out of St. Louis, but you can’t take St. Louis out of Ryan Eslinger... See how Eslinger is sharing his talents with many in the film community. http://ow.ly/5Oat50GBwaU
The Info You Don't Want to Miss
Class Reunions
Many grads are putting together class reunions for this fall and next spring. Don't miss your opportunity to share in the memories and build the future. Find your class reunion information or start planning one!
Class Memoriam
Parkway Alumni Association extends condolences to family and friends of the following Parkway alumni and staff. CLICK HERE to read more.
Class Notes
Find out where Parkway grads are making their mark in the world. See our latest class notes here.