Panther Weekly

Congratulations to Kirk Sones on earning a performance spot with The Georgia Music Educators Association All-State Jazz Band. He will be representing Parkview High School and our community in the Jazz Band as one of two drummers in the state. Congratulations, Kirk! Your Parkview Band Family is proud of you and your hard work!

Ms. Campbell, the Media Specialist at Parkview, organizes the Book Mobile event each year. She dedicates her efforts to raising funds to ensure that a wide variety of books are accessible to students. We truly appreciate her hard work and her determination to make this possible. We would also like to share a special thank you to Book Mobile driver Dave Dewolf who braved the cold with Ms. Campbell!

For more information about the Book Mobile program and supporting it's efforts click here.

This week we will be hosting various events for CSEdWeek! CSEdWeek is a week in which students are encouraged to spread awareness regarding Computer Science. See below for a list of the CS Events that we are doing next week (open to all Parkview students):

All week:

• T-shirt design contest

  from Monday afternoon until Friday at Noon. Winners announced on social media on Saturday.

• for #CSEdWeek celebration on social media (Instagram

  on Instagram with @parkview_cshs beginning Monday afternoon.

Monday:

• Girls Who Code club meeting
  in G-1.116 from 2:25pm - 3:25 pm.

Tuesday:

• Hour of Code event with CS Honor Society
  in G-1.116 from 2:25pm - 3:25pm

Thursday:

• Learn Python, Java, or HTML with CS Honor Society (peer tutoring)
  in G-1.116 from 6:45am-7:05am.

Sunday:

• T-Shirt contest winners announced
  on Social Media & Published on Parkview CS Honor Society Website

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the December 6 PBIS celebration is being postponed until January. The PBIS team apologizes for this change and the disappointment that it may cause, but we look forward to celebrating with you in January. Please check your email for the new date in January. Your understanding in this matter is greatly appreciated.

Attention all juniors and seniors: Parkview Prom 2025 tickets are now available for you to purchase on GoFan. Prom will be May 3rd at Cobb Energy Centre Ballroom. You may buy a ticket for you and 1 guest. Please see Ms. Farrow in Room 15.215 if you have any questions.

Please remember we do not interrupt class time to deliver items to students that were left at home. We will not deliver items to students and we will not call into classrooms to have students pick up items. If you leave something for a student they will need to pick it up between classes. Thank you for your help supporting a consistent learning environment.

From the Parkview High School Assessment Office:

We are preparing for Fall semester final exams. Students should take all final exams during the scheduled time based on the calendar below. Students with an excused absence who miss a final exam prior to December 20th should arrange a time with their teacher for a make up opportunity.

It is very important that students attend school during final exams. Students that miss final exams must have an excused and approved absence.

Fall Final Exam Schedules:

• Tuesday, December 17th – 1st period
• Wednesday, December 18th – 4th period & 2nd period
• Thursday, December 19th – 5th period & 3rd period
• Friday, December 20th – 6th period & 7th period

Final Exams will be given online. Student must bring their GCPS issued Chromebook (charged) and a charger.

Please be sure to attend school for these testing days.

Special Bell Schedule

1st period – Final Exam Testing Block

7:15 AM – 9:20 AM

2nd period

9:27 AM – 10:00 AM

3rd period

10:07 AM – 10:40 AM

4th Period

10:47 AM – 11:37 AM

4A: 10:47 AM – 11:09 AM

4B: 11:15 AM – 11:37 AM

5th Period

11:44 AM – 12:06 PM

5A: 11:44 AM – 12:34 PM

5B: 12:12 PM – 12:34 PM

6th Period

12:41 PM – 1:31 PM

6A: 12:41 PM – 1:03 PM

6B: 1:09 PM – 1:31 PM

7th Period

1:38 PM - 2:10 PM

Exam Block

7:15 AM – 9:25 AM

Break

9:25 AM – 9:35 AM

Exam Block

9:35 AM – 11:45 AM

Click here for information on Assessment dates.

We would like to inform you about the upcoming 1st semester final exams schedule. Please take note of the following important dates and details:

December 17th:

• Students will take their 1st period final exam from 7:15 AM to 9:20 AM.

• After the exam, students will attend the rest of their classes, but the schedule will be modified.

• This is still a traditional school day, and we encourage parents to support students in preparing for their remaining finals.

December 18th-20th:

• We will follow a block schedule for final exams (two exams per day).

• Students will take all final exams during the scheduled times based on the exam schedule.

• Students will not be allowed to take any exams early.

• Students who miss their finals before December 20th should arrange with their teachers to make them up. After December 20th, students with excused or approved absences will need to schedule their final exam make ups in early January.

• Students will be released from school at 11:45 AM on these days. We appreciate families planning appointments for after this time.

Important Reminders:

• There will be no check-outs from December 18th-20th.

• Students who arrive late for exams will be admitted to class, but their exam time will remain as scheduled.

We appreciate your understanding and flexibility and hope this information helps you plan accordingly. Thank you for your cooperation and support.

• College Planning & Financial Aid Info
• Senior Information
• Counselor Request for Recommendation
• Recommendation Due Dates & Resources
• College Planning Timeline
• Naviance Videos: Recommender, College Apps, Transcript How-To Videos
• Junior Conference Booklet

Click here for PHS tutoring sessions.

Greetings, Class of 2025! The FAFSA form (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is now open for the 2025-2026 school year! Students who will be college freshmen in 2025-2026 school year need to complete the 2025-2026 FAFSA (award year runs from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026). Please visit fafsa.gov to fill out the form. As a reminder, completing the FAFSA ensures consideration for federal, state, and college financial aid, which includes scholarships, grants, work-study funds, and loans. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Counseling Office.

Georgia Gwinnett College is hosting an INSTANT DECISION DAY on Thursday, December 12 at 9am in the 3DE Collab Room (H 4.236). As an added bonus, there will be NO APPLICATION FEE.

To be considered for instant decision/admittance you must bring your Chromebook to the meeting AND sign-up to attend through your Advisement eClass page by Monday, December 9 at 10 am. A Pass is required to attend.

Here is the link for sign-up: https://forms.gle/BzNaRGRsHQuNEU9S8

If you need a counselor recommendation for any college application due in January, you will need to submit your “Counselor Recommendation Request Form” along with your Senior Resume/Brag Sheet by Monday, December 2, 2024.

Forms are available in the counseling office and on the counseling website:

Senior Counseling Information

The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery(ASVAB)is an optional aptitude career exploration test. The ASVAB Career Exploration Program can help you identify skills and abilities that will help you find your place- whether you plan a future in the military, college, or the workforce.

Although the Department of Defense administers the test, students are under NO OBLIGATION to the Military in any way.

Sign up through PHS Advisement eClass page no later than December 5 at 2pm. A Pass will be required.

This test is free.

Click here for more info about the ASVAB.

Please check the Parkview website throughout the year for Senior updates and follow parkview.hs.seniors on Instagram

Seniors, you must book your senior session at CADY.com.

The deadline to appear in the yearbook has passed.

Need help paying the sitting fee? If you qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch, you can obtain a voucher. Email sara.spring-kinsey@gcpsk12.org for more information.

Senior Dues can be paid through Scholastic Images. Scholastic Images will be on campus once a month starting August 19th for orders and questions.

*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.

Parkview school calendar

December 9

December 9

Parkview Track and Field Interest Meeting @ 6:30pm

Location: PHS Cafeteria

If you missed our first meeting and are interested in competing this year, parents and athletes need to attend this meeting.

December 9

Orchestra Winter Concert @ 6:30pm

Location: PHS Theater

This is a free performance

December 10

ASVAB Testing @ 8:30am

You must have pre-registered for this test through your Advisement eClass page.

December 10

Hour of Code event with CS Honor Society @ 2:25pm-3:25pm

Location: Room 1.116 Bldg. G

All students are welcome

December 10

Varsity Girls vs. Norcross @ 5:30pm

Varsity Boys vs. Norcross @ 7:00pm

Location: Norcross HS, 5300 Spalding Dr, Norcross, GA 30092

Tickets on GoFan.co

December 11

Key Club General Meeting after school

Location: Orchestra Building

Stay after the meeting to pick up your permanent membership card and enjoy some cake and pizza.

December 11

Parkview Wrestling @ 5:30pm

Location: Central Gwinnett HS, 564 W Crogan St, Lawrenceville, GA 30046

Tickets on GoFan.co

December 11

Band Winter Concert @ 7:00pm

Location: PHS Theater

This is a free performance

December 12

GGC Instant Decision Day

Seniors, see the college and career section above for more info or find the sign up link in you Advisement eClass

Learn Python, Java, or HTML with CS Honor Society @ 6:45am-7:05am

December 12

Beta Club Winter Social after School

Location: PHS Cafeteria

Come to visit with friends, play some games, and have some hot chocolate!

December 12

Chorus and Guitar Winter Concert @ 7:00pm

Location: Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 5801 Hugh Howell Rd. Stone Mountain, 30087

December 13

Impact Teens Meeting after school

Location: Mrs Pilarte's classroom, Building G, room 1.153 .

Please join us!!

December 13

Varsity Girls @ 5:30pm

Varsity Boys @ 7:00pm

Location: PHS: Gym

Tickets on GoFan.co

December 13

Parkview Swim @ 7:20pm

Location: West Gwinnett Park & Aquatic Center, 4488 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Norcross, GA 30071

December 14

Parkview Wrestling @ 9:00am

Location: Buford HS, 2455 Buford Hwy NE, Buford, GA 30518

Tickets on GoFan.co

December 14

Parkview Swim & Dive @12:00pm

Location: Mountain Park Aquatic Center, 1063 Rockbridge Rd SW, Stone Mountain, GA 30087

Purchase your yearbook on Jostens.com.

Yearbooks are currently on sale for $90.

Dear Parkview Families,

Parkview PTSA would like to welcome all of our new and returning families to the 2024-2025 school year. We want every family to have the opportunity to be involved with PTSA and feel connected. The Parkview PTSA provides a unique opportunity that brings everyone together as one community. Research shows students benefit from a strong school environment, with engaged teachers and involved parents.

This leads to higher grades, improved test scores and increased attendance. Current PTSA initiatives include:

• Community Event Parkview Day
• Grants to staff for educational initiatives
• Reflections, a national, PTA full range arts competition
• Staff appreciation luncheon
• Support of Parkview’s Care Team
• Baccalaureate Ceremony for graduating seniors

Your purchase of a Parkview PTSA Membership is what supports these and other Parkview initiatives.

Join PTSA Here!

Click here to order PHS Spirit Wear!

Parkview MCJROTC is now collecting donations for their annual Toys for Tots drive. Please consider giving at one of their collection locations. We also have a donation box in the Main Lobby at Parkview