Panther Pamphlet
February 8th, 2026
This Week
Hello Parkwood Families!
This week is shaping up to be a busy and exciting one! We are thrilled to celebrate kindness during our Spirit Week. Below, you will find the details for each spirit day listed in the flyer. Additionally, Wednesday marks our Spring Count Day! We kindly ask that you ensure your child attends school if they are healthy enough and if your child will be absent, please remember to call in sick.
Upcoming Events
- Monday: Annual Spelling Bee in the gym at 2:20 for qualifying 4th and 5th graders. ELA and classroom teachers have already reached out to those who qualified.
-Tuesday: First Day Shoe Fund Ordering Ends- make sure to order your child new no cost tennis shoes by Tuesday. Ordering Link below!
- Wednesday: Spring Count Day! Please make every effort to have your child present or call in the absence.
- Friday: Friday is Valentine's Day! Teachers will be reaching out with their individual classroom plans for the day. PTO Spondsored Valentine's Dance 6:00-7:30. 5th grade will also be participating in a STEM fair during the day hosted by WMU. ❤️💝❤️
Important Reminder- School of Choice Forms
January 28th the district emailed out letters regarding School of Choice forms. Please remember that if you plan on staying at the same school, you do not need to do anything else.
However, if your family has recently moved and needs to attend your new home building next year due to transportation needs, this is the form you will need to fill out. Remember all school transfers are subject to approval and could be restricted based on space availability.
These forms can be completed through the Powerschool Portal. If you encounter any difficulties, please feel free to call the office, and we will be happy to assist you.
Report Cards, School Improvement Plans (SIPS) & Fastbridge Family Reports
-Report Cards were emailed out last week. If you did not receive yours please email me. (rosecransje@kalamazoopublicschools.net)
-SIPS & Fastbridge Reports should be coming home in your child's classroom folder either last Friday or the beginning of this week. If your child does not bring their's home please email your child's teacher.
-I have not received the sign up forms yet from YMCA. If I do not get them by next week, I will reach out to them again.
-In the meantime, I am including the flyer with a little more info below for your reference.
Incoming Kindergarten and PEEP orientation for the 26-27 School year- Save the Date March 4th
Scholastic Book Fair Info Coming Soon! Save the Date: March 23rd- March 26th
There will be opportunities for families to visit with their students during Spring Conferences.
Spring Conference Save the Dates:
Monday March 23rd 4:00-8:00
Tuesday March 24th 4:00-8:00
Thursday March 26th 12:00-4:00
Sign up coming Soon
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I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
Warm regards,
Principal Rosecrans
Dental and Health Visits & Girls on the Run Sign Up today
Don't forget to sign up for Mobile Dental & Health if you are interested in these services for your child. The Mobile units will be coming in April so make sure to sign up before than!
Girls on the Run- So far we have 3 coaches signed up and 39 girls. We need about 3 coaches per team. If you have the availability and interest please consider signing up to be a coach so all girls that are signed up can enjoy this opportunity. No previous coaching experience needed. I have been a coach before and I can say it is very easy to participate and fun to be part of this wonderful program!
Please email our CIS coordinator, Ms. Lownds if you have any questions about these opportunities. lowndske@kalamazoopublicschools.net
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Save the Date:
Feb 9th 4th & 5th grade spelling Bee @ 2:15 for eligible students
Feb 13th PTO Sponsored Valentine's Dance 6-7:30
Feb 18th PEEP & Kindergarten Field Trip to the Airzoo
Feb 19th 5th Grade Orchestra @ Chenery 6:30
Feb 20th Popcorn Friday & 2nd Grade Wax Museum @ 3:05
Feb 24th Spring First Day Shoe Fund Distribution
Feb 25th Literacy Night & 3rd Grade Performance
Feb 27th No School Mid-Winter Break
Mar 4th PEEP & Kindergarten Orientation for next year
Mar 13th Popcorn Friday
Mar 19th No School Professional Development Day
Mar 20th No School Records Day
Mar 23rd-Mar 26th Scholastic Book Fair More info coming soon
Mar 23rd 1st and 2nd Grade Musical & Conferences 4:00-8:00
Mar 24th Spring Conferences 4:00-8:00
Mar 26th Spring Conferences 12:00-4:00
Mar 27th No School
Mar 30th-Apr 3rd Spring Break
Apr 17th Last Popcorn Friday
Apr 20th 4th & 5th Grade Performance
May 21st Orchestra & Drum Choir Performance
5th Grade Orchestra Concert
Date: Thursday, February 13th
Time: 6:30 pm - 5:45 arrival time
Location: Chenery Auditorium - Enter through Dutton Street doors
Dress Code: "Dress to Impress"
Admission: Admission is free, so please invite your whole family
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
See you there!
Ben Gudbrandson
