Parkland Magnet Middle School

October 19 through October 23 is Digital Citizenship Week, a time to promote safe, responsible, and ethical use of technology. MCPS students may earn up to five SSL hours by watching Digital Citizenship videos and completing a follow-up advocacy activity. Students who wish to participate must complete the Digital Citizenship Week SSL form by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 23. Additional information and the participation link are provided below.

https://bit.ly/DIGCITWEEK2026

As we recognize Digital Citizenship Week, we also encourage families to continue the conversation at home about safe, responsible, and healthy technology use. Families can explore the Kids and Tech video series and use the Family Activity Game Cards for grades 6–8 to spark meaningful conversations about navigating the digital world. The family activity cards are available in both English and Spanish, and links to all resources are provided below.

Kids and Tech Video Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxc-QYpD02mZoHEfyovwodR37He7kq5x-

Family Activity Game Cards: Grades 6–8 English | Spanish

All talent show acts must audition and must be chosen to perform in the December show. Audition pieces must be less than 3 minutes. Your audition piece will be your Talent Show act and cannot be changed without the Talent Show directors' approvals. Chosen performers will be notified by Friday, October 30, 2026. Questions? Email Jen at Jennifer.Gaegler@gmail.com.

We are excited that our 8th grade students are beginning to explore their high school region for the next school year. As MCPS transitions to a Regional Model, we want to make sure families have the information they need to support their students throughout this process.

For this reason, we are hosting a family information meeting about the new high school regional program on Wednesday, October 21, 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Parkland. At this meeting, we will discuss the different options students have for high school including regional programs, interest-based programs, and criteria-based programs. We will also review the process for filling out the high school program choice forms via ParentVUE.

There will be in-person Spanish translation for this meeting as well as a virtual option for families who are not able to attend in person. The link to the virtual meeting will be on the school website by Tuesday, October 20th.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to your student’s counselor or Mrs. Floyd, Parkland Middle Schools AEIST at Catherine_T_Floyd@mccpsmd.org.

ALSO:

• High school showcase dates are coming up. These events are an opportunity for students and families to learn more about their regional programs. Showcase Dates
• Please review the MCPS Regional Model slides here: Slide Deck from MCPS 9/14/26 meeting

Message from PTSA President:

PTSA Updates

• If you missed the presentation by Narissa Johnson, Montgomery County Council of PTAs (MCCPTA) Wheaton Cluster Coordinator, please see all of the information she shared HERE.

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 4:00–8:00 p.m.
• Students will earn SSL hours.
• Each student volunteer must have an accompanying adult.
• Sign up to volunteer here: https://forms.gle/KeX4FLQj75NHDqMf8
• The PTSA is also requesting donated baked goods and snack items from families.
• Sign up to donate here: https://forms.gle/ZXEZ49ZakP9JZQ3U8
• 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.

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!
• Check out our draft calendar of PTSA events for this school year. If you would like to help manage or volunteer at an event, please 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.

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/

Please use the link below for more information.