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Dear McKelvey Primary Families,

**RESCHEDULED Superintendent, Dr. Schneider's, Community Conversations at Parkway North on May 28th-- more information below! Since our North area evening was cancelled, please join me on May 28th! You may also join me tonight at Parkway Central. Flyer below with more info.

Sincerely,

Dr. Christina Pliske

Mark your Calendar!

April 24 - Three Piggy Opera (Kindergarten only performance) flyer below

April 28 - Community Conversations with Supt at Parkway Central 6-7:30 (info below)

April 30 – Fun Run at McKelvey Primary (during school day)

McKelvey Night at Parkway North Girls Soccer at Parkway North 5:30 PM

May 1 – Kentucky Derby Hat Competition
Break out your creativity and show off your best Derby hat!

May 4–8 – Teacher Appreciation Week (Look for details on ways you can help show appreciation!)

May 6 – McKelvey Night at Parkway North Boys Volleyball at Parkway North 5:30 PM

May 9 – McKelvey Night at the City2 Game 4:00 PM

May 12 – 1st grade only Open House at McKelvey Intermediate

May 22 - Last day of school, half day- dismiss at 1:05

May 28 - Community Conversations with Supt at Parkway North 6-7:30 (info below)

And they’re off! Get ready to wow the crowd with your most fabulous Derby hat—think bold, fun, and creative!

Students—join the fun by wearing any hat (silly, fancy, or simple) and cheer on our teachers and staff as they compete all day!

The best teacher/staff hat wins the coveted crown of roses!

Race Day Details:
Friday, May 1st (all day)
Everyone encouraged to participate

Monday, May 4 – Ringmaster Kickoff Breakfast
Breakfast for teachers & staff, provided by McKelvey families + PTO
We need your help! Check the sign up to find out how!

Primary: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44A4AF28A5FDC70-63258448-teacher#/

Intermediate: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44A4AF28A5FDC70-63518829-teacher#/

Wednesday, May 6 – Lunch Under the Big Top
PTO is providing lunch for all teachers & staff
Families can help with drinks & desserts—see the sign-up!

Check the sign-up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0B48A5AA28A4FB6-63281200-teacherstaff#/

Thursday, May 7 – Ticket of Appreciation
Fill out “Tickets” to thank your favorite teachers & staff
Want to go big? Attach a small gift (see favorite things list!)

Primary: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1NQZd7mCYpJk_vihnRYBFso_MqJQWQm1_zrU51aGlWT4/edit?usp=sharing

Intermediate: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1SkpL4WCwtCKRb9EEJ0a7IXw6o63T2INz2i2Uj-UFAxs/edit?usp=sharing

Please note this is only for current 1st grade families and their students.

An estimated 7.1 million kids in the United States report seasonal allergies. Symptoms occur when airborne irritants, or allergens, enter the eyes, nose and throat, setting off an allergic reaction.

In the spring, flower and tree pollen are common culprits. Grass pollen starts in late spring and peaks in the summer months.

Symptoms of seasonal allergies include:

1. a stuffy or runny nose
2. sneezing
3. itchy eyes and nose
4. sore throat
5. cough

Seasonal allergies can be more than just a mild annoyance. Some of the consequences of allergies in children include:

1. Fatigue and poor concentration in school due to lack of sleep
2. An increase in ear and sinus infections
3. Asthma exacerbations
4. Behavioral issues from discomfort and lack of sleep

Even when pollen seems to be blanketing everything in its path, there are steps you can take to prevent allergies from acting up:

1. Have your child wash their hands and face as soon as they come in from playing outside so they don’t rub pollen in their eyes and nose.
2. Dry laundry in the dryer. Since pollen can coat clothing, avoid hanging laundry outside to dry.
3. Have your child take their bath at bedtime. This will help with nighttime allergy problems.
4. Keep windows in your home and car closed and use air conditioning to filter the air. Make sure the air conditioner is on re-circulating mode.

In combination with taking steps to limit your child’s exposure to allergy triggers, there are many safe, effective allergy medicines that target specific symptoms your child is struggling with the most. Most allergy medications are now over-the-counter and generally fall into the categories of oral antihistamines, nose sprays and eye drops.

The links and buttons below can be found below. I will keep these here throughout the entire year so that you can easily reference them when needed.

McKelvey Family Digital Hub

McKelvey Primary Family Handbook

Facebook

Instagram

Website: https://www.parkwayschools.net/domain/2773
Location: 12657 Fee Fee Road, St. Louis, MO 63146, USA
Phone: 314-415-5000