
Panther Weekly

September 4 - September 10
Parkview Cross Country Competes in North Carolina
Despite still not being at full strength, Parkview's Cross Country team had a great performance at the Providence Invite at historic McAlpine Creek Park in Charlotte, NC over the weekend of the 26th. Across the 30+ teams in two varsity divisions, the boys were 8th while the girls were 11th. Kaleb Tesfaye notched a second consecutive top 10 finish, taking 8th overall. Abel Bizu also earned a medal with a 19th place finish. The duo of Anna Woods and Jordan Seymour led the ladies as both continue to improve. The JV squads were led by Nico Castoneda and Absra Demissie. The team is off this weekend and competes again on September 9th at the Big Peach Stampede.
Parkview Varsity Football Wins Against Shiloh
The first home game of the season was against Shiloh HS. Parkview pulled off a 60-0 win over the Generals. The Varsity Panthers Play again at home on September 8th against North Gwinnett.
Softball Girls Pick-up a Few Wins
August 26 the girls varsity split the day with an 8-0 win over Marist in the first game and fell to them (2-3) in the second game.
On August 24, the Parkview varsity softball team won their home conference game against Newton HS by a score of 9-0 on August 24.
Drive Thru Food Pantry
Thursday, September 14th From 5-7 PM
Parkview High School is pleased to partner with StreetWise, a local nonprofit organization, to give 250 boxes of non-perishable food items to the families of the Parkview Cluster Schools.
One food box will be provided per vehicle. Food boxes will be given out on a first come first serve basis.
Homecoming Week 2023
Homecoming is fast approaching! Here are details to get excited about:
Spirit Week:
Monday - Adam Sandler DayTuesday - Twin Day
Wednesday - Barbie vs. Ken
Thursday - Decades Day
Friday - Parkview Orange
- Friday Night Sept. 22, 7PM - Football Game vs. Mill Creek, Presentation of Homecoming Court - PINK OUT for Breast Cancer
- Saturday Sept. 23, 7:30 - 11PM Parkview Cafeteria, Homecoming Dance, Celestial Theme
Tickets for the dance are sold via GO FAN. Tickets will be at limited capacity with the potential to sell out quickly.
Scholastic Images Will Be On Campus
For information on pricing and products visit scholasticimages.com
Friday, September 8
10:17 - 1:10
Letter Jacket / Class Ring / Cap & Gown Package Orders
Monday, October 2
10:17 - 1:10
Letter Jacket / Class Ring / Cap & Gown Package Orders
Monday, November 6
10:17 - 1:10
Letter Jacket / Class Ring / Cap & Gown Package Orders
Monday, December 4
10:17 - 1:10
Letter Jacket / Class Ring / Cap & Gown Package Orders
Monday, January 8
10:17 - 1:10
Letter Jacket / Class Ring / Cap & Gown Package Orders
Monday, February 5
10:17 - 1:10
2025 Jersey Orders / Letter Jacket / Class Ring / Cap & Gown Package Orders
Monday, March 4
10:17 - 1:10
Letter Jacket / Class Ring / Cap & Gown Package Orders
Friday, April 26
1:40 - 2:10 (at the end of senior picnic)
Cap & Gown DELIVERY
Monday, May 6
10:17 - 1:10
2025 Jersey DELIVERY / Letter Jacket / Class Ring Orders
Clubs and Activities at Parkview
Parkview has almost 100 clubs and activities to get you involved in your school and community! Join one of our athletic teams or volunteer through one of our student led clubs.
Mu Alpha Theta Offers Peer Tutoring
Do you need help in math? Peer tutoring will be every Tuesday and Thursday before and after school in Mrs. Maske and Mrs. Alessi's rooms in upper E/F building. Come if you need any extra help in math.
Are You Interested in International Travel?
Learn About Travel Opportunities with Other Students
Log in to learn more about the trips.
Thursday, September 28
7:00pm
RSVP to register! Link will be sent via email!
Use the QR code to RSVP
2024: Germany, Italy, Switzerland, & France
www.eftours.com/2464200pj
2025: Japan
2026:Italy & the Greek Isles:
COMING 2027: SOUTH AFRICA! DETAILS SOON!
See Ms. Campbell in the Media Center for more details!
Curriculum Night 2023 - Thursday, Sept. 7
Our 2023 Curriculum Night will be presented digitally.
Teachers will send links to pre-recorded videos by 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 7.
Watch the videos to get to know your child’s teachers and get course info about content, grading, & syllabus.
PHS will send a reminder on Thursday and a link to a video explaining the Advisement Program.
You may watch the videos when it’s convenient for you!
If you have questions for teachers after viewing the videos, please reach out to them via ParentSquare.
Student Parking
A parking pass is required for all students who plan to park on campus. Please do not park on campus unless you have purchased a parking decal. These passes are non-transferable and must be visible in the driver side front windshield. Students parked on campus without a pass will receive a warning and after multiple violations, are subject to being towed at the vehicle owner's expense.
You can pay for parking now on MyPayments Plus: Go to your student - Events and Activities - then search "parking".
If you don't see it in MyPayments Plus it has been removed because they are sold out.
Please read if you are a currently parking on campus: https://www.smore.com/1qeax
Teacher Communication
Teachers now have individual phone numbers through Microsoft Teams that they can use to communicate with families.
The phone numbers all have a 943 Area Code, which may appear as “Potential Spam” through some of the mobile phone carriers.
We want to make you aware of this in case you receive a call from one of our teachers from a number starting with 943.
Tip of the Week
Check-In Review's & What You Need To Know
Check-In Review: When you check in late without an excuse note that is an excuse listed in the GCPS Handbook
Consequences of CIR:
5th - Call/Email Parent
6th - Meeting with Administrator
7th - 2 days Reflective Lunch
8th -1 day After School (2 hours)
9th -1 day of ISS
10th - 2 days of ISS
11th - 3 days of ISS
12th+ - Determined by an Administrator
Did You Know?
The Attendance Office is where you can pick up your ADAP certificate and your Certificate of Enrollment after you order them on MyPaymentsPlus.
Upcoming Events
College Fairs
Peach State College Tours Peach State Tour Registration
Augusta University, Georgia State University, Georgia Tech and the University of Georgia
Probe College Fairs GA Probe College Registration
Over 60 in-state and out-0f-state colleges will be represented to provide students and families with college admissions information.
Prowling for Aid Scholarship Workshop
Thursday, September 14
Scholarship workshop that will support Juniors & Seniors efforts to find external and internal scholarship dollars that can cover their educational cost.
College & Career Center: Book Appointments
For college visits, scholarships & workshops & more: College & Career Calendar
Testing Fee Waivers: Contact Mrs. Kimbro at tomeeka.kimbro@gcpsk12.org
Counseling Office Tips:
*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.
Student Leadership Team Interest Meeting
September 5
Student Leadership Team Meeting after school
Location: H building Collaboration Room
Are you looking for an opportunity to improve your school? Become a member of Parkview’s Student Leadership Team. Join us for a journey of personal growth, teamwork, and a school-wide positive impact! Refreshments will be served. Unlock your potential and become a catalyst for change.
Rifle Team Interest Meeting
September 5
Rifle Team information meeting after school
Location: JROTC Building
Do you think you have what it takes to join Parkview's very own Rifle team? If so there will be a mandatory informational meeting on Tuesday September 5th directly after school in the JROTC building. You do not have to be enrolled in MCJROTC to join the team.
JV & Varsity Softball vs North Gwinnett
September 6
JV Softball @ 4:00pm
Varsity @ 6:00pm
Location: Parkview HS Softball Field
Tickets on GoFan.co
JV Volleyball vs Mount Vernon & New Manchester HS
September 6
JV Volleyball @ 5:00pm vs. Mount Vernon
JV Volleyball @ 6:00pm vs. New Manchester HS
Location: Mount Vernon HS, 510 Mount Vernon Hwy, Atlanta GA 30328
Tickets on GoFan.co
Freshmen Volleyball vs Dacula HS
September 6
Varsity Volleyball @ 5:00pm vs. Dacula
Location: Dacula HS, 123 Broad St, Dacula GA 30019
Tickets on GoFan.co
Curriculum Night
Our 2023 Curriculum Night will be presented digitally.
Teachers will send links to pre-recorded videos by 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 7.
Watch the videos to get to know your child’s teachers and get course info about content, grading, & syllabus.
PHS will send a reminder on Thursday and a link to a video explaining the Advisement Program.
You may watch the videos when it’s convenient for you!
If you have questions for teachers after viewing the videos, please reach out to them via ParentSquare.
Photography Club Interest Meeting
September 7
Photography Club @ after school
Location: Room 10.121 Bldg. C
Do you enjoy photography? Do you want to improve and share your photography skills? Join the Parkview Photography Club.
JV/Varsity Softball vs. Grayson
September 7
Parkview JV Softball @ 4:00pm
Parkview Varsity Softball @ 6:00pm
Location: Grayson HS, 50 Hope Hollow Rd, Loganville GA 30052
Tickets on GoFan.co
Varsity Volleyball vs Grayson HS - Teacher Appreciation
JV Football vs. South Gwinnett HS
September 7
JV Football @ 6:00pm
Location: South Gwinnett HS, 2288 Main St E, Snellville, GA 30078
Tickets on GoFan.co
Freshman Football vs. South Gwinnett HS
Secret Garden Interest Meeting
September 8
Secret Garden Meeting after school
Location: Room # 1.140 Bldg. G
For questions please see Ms. Jennifer Newton
Scholastic Images on Campus
September 8
Scholastic Images will be in the cafeteria during all lunches
You can talk to their reps about ordering
- Letter Jackets
- Class Rings
- Senior Dues
Varsity Football vs North Gwinnett HS
September 8
Varsity Football Football @ 7:30pmpm
Location: Parkview Football Stadium
Tickets on GoFan.co
Varsity Cross Country - Big Peach Mustang Stampede
September 9
Varsity Cross Country @ 7:30am
Location: Allatoona Creek Park, 5690 Old Stilesboro Rd, Acworth, Ga
Volleyball Middle School Tournament
September 9
Parkview HS hosts the Middle School Tournament @ TBD
Location: Parkview Gyms
Tickets on GoFan.co
Order your yearbooks on MyPayments Plus!
Senior Parents - Celebrate your senior with a Senior Add in the yearbook! order online at JostensYearbooks. com
For the lowest price on Senior Adds order by October 13!
Seniors, It's Time to Pay Your Dues!
Click here for all of the Senior information: https://www.gcpsk12.org/parkviewseniors
Click here to pay Senior Dues (order your cap and gown)
Seniors, please book your Senior Portrait Session at cady.com. You must have your portrait taken with CADY in order to appear in the yearbook.
- November 25th is the deadline for Sr. Portraits.
- If your senior qualifies for Free and Reduced Lunch, you can have the sitting fee waved. Just contact sara.spring-kinsey@gcpsk12.org for your voucher code.
There will be a senior meeting during advisement classes on Monday, September 25th.
We will be selling senior class apparel on these dates in the cafeteria during lunches. More information will be coming as far as design and cost.
- Wednesday 09/06/23
- Friday 09/08/2023
- Friday 09/15/2023
Short sleeve $20
Long $25
Hoodie $40
The Parkview PTSA welcomes you to Parkview High School!
If you would like to support the PTSA and our initiatives please become a member today!
If you have not yet joined the PTSA, we can always use your support! The Parkview PTSA gives grants to teachers, scholarships to students and puts on events throughout the year.
Volunteer!
If you are interested in serving on a PTSA committee please scan the QR code or click here. We are always looking for parents/guardians and community members who are willing to support our teaches, students, and school community.
Shop for Your Parkivew Spirit Wear
Do you need spirit wear? Shop our store and show your school spirit!