Panther Express
April 8-12
A message from Superintendent Dr. Rivera
Solar Eclipse: Mon. April 8, 2024
Dear MCS Families,
This email is for all MCS families (Pre K-12th) and explains our approach to the partial eclipse happening Monday, April 8. MCS will have a regular school day on April 8. We have not canceled school, and we will not have early dismissal. Our rationale for this approach is two-part:
- On what will be the first day back from Spring Break, we are sensitive to students missing part or all of the school day and the hardship this creates for working families.
- We acknowledge that an early release day may actually leave some students unsupervised (compared to a normal school day where MCS staff would monitor students for part or all of the eclipse).
The partial eclipse will occur between 1:45 p.m. and 4:20 p.m., with the maximum eclipse at approximately 3:05 p.m. If a parent/guardian desires to check their child out of school early on April 8, please report to school and follow the normal check-out procedures; this absence will be considered excused.
Marietta High School:
If your MHS student drives to/from school and you would like them to check out early, please email the MHS attendance clerk, Tamara Benning, at tbenning@marietta-city.org and provide your student driver’s name and check-out time.
If your child is a car or bus rider, you can expect staff to keep students in the building until their car/bus is ready – we will make every effort to minimize the amount of time students are outside.
Also, all after-school activities (athletics, ASP, etc.) will remain inside until 4:30 p.m.
Lastly, for those families who may be interested in learning more about the partial eclipse, please refer to the following resources:
Should you have any questions about our MCS procedures, you are welcome to reach out to your child’s principal.
Grant
Grant Rivera, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Park Street Family,
Welcome back! I hope your spring break was fun and relaxing. As we return to school routines, let's carry the spirit of spring renewal and connection. Let's continue on the path of success that has defined Park Street for the past two years. Our collective dedication and commitment are integral to student success. We will continue to prioritize learning and creating positive learning experiences for all our Panthers.
In closing, take a moment to read all the information below. Some of the information may be repetitive. However, I hope the information is delivered promptly and consistently to all Park Street families. Never hesitate to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns.
In service, your Proud Panther Principal,
Mr. Soto
Work: 770-429-3180 Ext. 7016
Cell: 470-650-5607
Next week... The Lion King Comes to Park Street!
April Calendar
Be in the Know...
Monday, April 8th
- Georgia Alternative Assessment (GAA) Testing [April 8-19]
- PTA Presents: World Drummer Performance [K-5]
- Lion King Rehearsal
Tuesday, April 9th
- GAA Testing
- ELC Pre-School Pop-up
- Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority event with 5th grade
Wednesday, April 10th
- GAA Testing
- "SPARKY" from the Cobb Fire Safety Village will assist with AM Car Riders
- Lion King Rehearsal
Thursday, April 11th
- GAA Testing
Friday, April 12th
- GAA Testing
- Marietta City Schools (All Elementary Schools) Kindergarten Tour
- Park Street Session 1: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
- Park Street Session 2: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
- Student of the Month for March Announcements
- Career Day [schedule will be shared]
Coming Soon - APRIL:
- Next week: April 15-18 - Lion King Dress Rehearsal
- Next week: April 15-19 MAP Testing
- Next week: April 15-19 Exceptional Children's Week
- April 16th: Marietta Kiwanis "K-Kids" with 5th grade
- April 16th: Bio Bus for 1st grade - See and learn about different animal specifies through hands-on learning
- April 18th: Lion King Performance 6:00 PM for families and friends.
- April 22-23: MAP Science
- April 29-May 3: Spanish MAP [K-2]
- April 30-May 10: GA Milestones [3-5]
Coming Soon - MAY:
- April 29-May 3: Spanish MAP [K-2]
- April 30-May 10: GA Milestones [3-5]
- May 14-16: 5th grade Camp Fortson
- May 17 (Friday): Field Day [Rain day Mon. May 20th]
- May 20: Student of the Month for May
- May 21: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, & 4th grade Awards Ceremony
- May 22: 5th grade graduation 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
- May 22: Kindergarten Awards Ceremony 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
- May 23: Last Day of School (Thursday)
Parent & Student Resources for GA Milestones
Recursos para Padres y Estudiantes sobre los Exámenes de Fin de grado de Georgia
Grade Level Newsletters
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PTA Newsletter
Coming soon: Teacher Appreciation Week
Lion King Rehearsal Schedule
Would you like your child to speak two languages fluently?
Consider Park Street's Dual Language Immersion Program.
New Student Registration
Family Engagement / Compromiso Familiar
Extra-curricular Spring & Summer Student Opportunities
Girls Inc. Afterschool Program
Marietta Department of Student Services
After School Dance Lessons at PALS
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