• Monday, September 2 - No School (Labor Day)
  
• Saturday, September 7 - Parker Panda's Birthday Bubble Bash (10:00 am-12:00 pm)
• Wednesday, September 11 – Early Release (SEE INFO BELOW)
  
• Thursday, September 19 - Playground FUN!!! PAT Group Connection (5:30-6:30 pm)
• Saturday, September 28 - Parkway Parents as Teachers @ The Safety House (9:30-11:30am)

Wearing our school spirit gear is a fantastic way to show you’re proud of our amazing Early Childhood community! Child and Adult sizes available. A portion of each sale helps fund early childhood programs. The store is open until September 13!

PARKWAY EARLY CHILDHOOD SPIRIT WEAR STORE

• Most Early Childhood communications are via email. Make sure we have the address checked most often.
• We know your inbox is full! Many parents have found creating a label or flag for Early Childhood emails helpful.
• Bookmark our website.
• Follow our Facebook page "Parkway School District Early Childhood". Facebook is the best platform for PEC to share links to sign up for activities and events. (We also post on Instagram)

St. Louis Wild Ones provides grants to non-profit organizations for landscaping projects incorporating native plants in an educational setting. We are excited to share that Parkway Early Childhood West has been awarded a grant for a garden area at the front entrance. This garden will not only enhance our learning environment but also provide a wonderful space for our children to learn about plants. Please signup if you and your child can assist with planting the garden on September 20 from 8:45 am to 9:45 am. Click Here

We are thrilled to have your child join our preschool community. The first month is all about helping your child adjust to their new routine, making friends, and exploring the world around them.

• Consistent Routine: Establishing a consistent drop-off routine can help ease the transition. A quick hug, a confident goodbye, and a reminder that you’ll be back soon can make all the difference.
• Communication: If your child is feeling anxious or has concerns, please let the teacher know. We’re here to support both you and your child during this transition.
• Talk About the Day: At the end of each day, ask your child open-ended questions about their day, such as, “What was the best part of your day?” or “Who did you play with today?

• Label Everything: Please ensure all of your child’s belongings are labeled with their name, including backpacks, lunch boxes, and extra clothing.
• Healthy Snacks: We encourage families to pack healthy snacks for snack time. Fruits, veggies, and whole grains are always a good choice!

...to all caregivers who have had their parent pass ready everyday! We appreciate your help!

If your student is not going to be at school please call 314-415-9676. This number is for ALL locations. Thank you!

Parkway playgrounds are available for non-school use nights and weekends (when school is not in session)

On early release and half days, full day dismissal is at 12:00 PM (with NO after care) and there are NO PM classes. All AM classes are dismissed as normal.

Welcome to the 24/25 school year PAT families! You should hear from your Parent Educator soon if you have not already. We are ready for a great year planning engaging visits and group connections for families to enjoy. If you are not familiar with the PAT program, it is a home visiting program offered at no charge to Parkway residents serving families prenatally to Kindergarten entry. We provide families with child development and parenting information as well as support caregivers as their child's first and most important teacher. CLICK HERE to join the program!

• Saturday, September 7, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Parkway Early Childhood - West 14605 Clayton Rd
• Ages Birth - 5 years
• No Charge

You're invited to a spectacular celebration presented by Parkway Parents As Teachers as we honor Parker Panda's (our mascot) special day with bubbles and laughter! Get ready for lots of different bubbles and bubble play, age-appropriate activities, and a visit from the one and only Parker Panda! Don't forget your sunscreen, hat and clothes for outdoor water/bubble fun! CLICK TO REGISTER

• Thursday, September 19, 5:30-6:30 pm
• Parkway Early Childhood - West 14605 Clayton Rd
• Ages Birth - 5 years
• No Charge

Come meet other parents & children and spend time playing on Parkway Early Childhood playgrounds. Enjoy the outdoors and make new friends! Rain, Rain stay away since there is not a rain date for this event. However, if we have had a lot of rain, please be prepared for mud puddles! CLICK TO REGISTER

• Saturday, September 28, 9:30-11:30 am
• West County EMS and Fire District Station 2, 13790 Manchester Rd
• Ages 18 months - 5 years
• No charge

Join us at The Safety House, a state-of-the-art learning center located behind West County EMS and Fire District Station 2 @ 13790 Manchester Rd, for hands-on activities that focus on safety in your home. Children will have the opportunity to climb on board a real ambulance and fire truck and meet a firefighter dressed in all the gear. This event is free but registration is required and limited to 80 families. This Group Connection is most appropriate for children ages 18 months – 5 years. CLICK TO REGISTER

What's a Toy Lending Library? The library has 65 toy bags for parents to check out & enjoy with their children. Different bags are available for birth to five years of age. Toy bags include:

• Age-appropriate toys
• Book
• Folder with information on how to use the activity.
• Journal to share your enjoyment of the activity with the next family who checks out the bag

Visit the Parents as Teachers page of the Parkway Early Childhood website or use this link to review descriptions of the bags available and get started!

Parkway Parents as Teachers Toy Lending Library Checkout

The things we do together last forever.

Partners In Play offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for both children and caregivers to explore and learn together. These affordable, short-term classes are typically offered for one to four sessions with various start dates throughout the school year. Some classes utilize a thematic approach (i.e. science, art, music/movement or motor development) while others focus on the developmental needs and interests of children in a specific age group. Details can be found in our course catalog.

CLASSES STARTING IN SEPTEMBER:

• September 5: Little Tyke Twos (24 - 35 months)
• September 6: Grandparent's Day for Ones and Twos (12 month -35 months)
• September 9: Family Fun (13 months - 5 years not in Kindergarten)
• September 10: Family Music and Movement (13m - 5 years, not in Kindergarten)
• October 1: Messy Art (18-35 months)
• October 1: Wonderful World of Art (3-5 yrs)

What: Off-site Parkway Preschool Screenings

Who: Parkway residents-Children ages 3-5yrs not yet in kindergarten

Where: Maryland Heights Community Center, 2300 McKelvey Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

When: Beginning Oct 7th and every 2nd Monday of the month (Nov-May)

Screening times: 8:30/10:45/1:30

How: Register to schedule a screening www.parkwayschools.net/domain/1178

THANK YOU MHCC for your partnership!

The Panda Partners Booster Club is a group of volunteers who work together to support Parkway Early Childhood. They help bridge the gap between our budget and the goals of our programs.

Help is needed to organize packets for our upcoming Fall Fundraiser. If you are available Sept 6th from 9am to 10am, please email mdonnelly3@parkwayschools.net to volunteer. THANK YOU!!

All 2024-2025 KMO sections for McKelvey Primary and Parkway Early Childhood - West are full. Families interested in being placed on a waitlist at either location should complete this form. Your application will be reviewed and if there is an opening for your child, you will receive an email with enrollment instructions. Thank you for your interest in KMO!

Supply Lists are on the Special Education page of the Early Childhood website.