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Pirate Press l

Parkway Middle School l September 2024

Pirate Press l Parkway Middle School l September 2024

Captain's Log

A message from your Administrative Team

A message to all Parkway Pirates,


We’re so proud of all the hard work and progress you’ve made so far.

Remember, every challenge you’ve faced has helped you grow stronger and smarter. Keep asking questions, supporting each other, and staying curious. Your positive attitude and determination are truly inspiring.


Believe in yourselves, stay motivated, and keep pushing forward. We’re here to cheer you on and support you every step of the way. You only have a few months left in the year, so make every day count. Remember to set goals with each of your teachers and create a plan on how you will achieve those goals. Make sure to hold yourself accountable, because you alone control how successful you will ultimately be. Let’s make the rest of this year amazing!



Assistant Principal,

Mr. Vera

On the Horizon

February 3rd: Basketball Games vs Harmony MS

February 18th: SAC Meeting @ 8:00am

February 24th: Basketball Games vs St. Cloud MS

February 27th: Basketball Games vs Neptune MS

Navigating to Success

Pirate Shoutout

Ms. Marrero

"Thank you Ciara, for helping out in the clinic. You call parents for me when Spanish speaking is needed. You have helped me so much. And always with a smile : ) Thanks for the backup!" - Nurse Torres


"Thank you Ms. Marrero for always providing the needed help and always being a positive influence! I could not get through the day without your support." -Mrs. Strickland

Ms. Gallinal

"A big thank you to Ms G for being to helpful and kind. Many times I need a translator to help me with kids who have come to the clinic, and she is always willing to listen and call a parent if need be! You're the best. Gracias!" -Nurse Torres

Buccaneer

Gabriel

"Gabriel does a wonderful job at paying attention in class! He also does an excellent job at participating in class! He does a great job and I am very proud of him!" -Mrs. Trantham

Donations

Tips from Deputy Pabon

Insurance for Student Laptops / Seguro para las Computadoras de Estudantes

Intramurals

To participate in intramurals, a student’s parent or guardian must fill out an “Open Facilities Form” below this message. The form can be printed, filled out by parent and given to Coach Waters or emailed to jack.waters@osceolaschools.net

Sports Participation

Interested in basketball: See Coach Geroge or Mr. Cammock for more information.

AKTIVATE
To participate in any sports, click on the AKTIVATE button above. It is required that a student’s parent or guardian create an Aktivate account with the student's information, including your most recent physical examination from a doctor.

Forms for Sports

ATTENDANCE

Safety

Students before hours

Students should not be dropped off on campus prior to 9:00am. If you need childcare prior to the start of the school day, we offer Before the Bell program. Please contact the front office for more information. P: 407-344-7000

Arrivals & Dismissals

Students should not be dropped off in front of the main office, they must be dropped off in the carloop.

Walkers must enter through the walking gates and leave promptly after the last bell.

Bike/Scooter riders must walk their bikes/scooters as soon as they are on campus to the appropriate gated area.

Sporting events

Parents/Guardians must pick up their student promptly within 30 minutes of the event ending.

Technology Policies

Cellphones

State of Florida House Bill 379 states that “a student may not use a wireless communications device during instructional time..."


If a student needs to communicate with their family, the main office can assist the student using the school's phone. Likewise, parents can call the school to communicate any information to their student if needed.

School District of Osceola Cellphone Policy

Laptops

Students must bring their laptops to school every day with their charger. If there is an issue with the computer or charger, please seek assistance at the beginning of the day with Mr. Yeffry Torres in the Media Center.


If you still need the Student Device Loan Agreement, you can download it from below in English/Spanish. The student is responsible for reporting any issues with the laptop in a timely manner.

Pirate Nation Needs You

If you’re interested in donating to Parkway, we’d love to hear from you! Please contact our Parent Liaison, Ileana Gallinal at ileana.gallinal@osceolaschools.net or 407-344-7000 ext. 19249 for more details. Your support makes a big difference!

Glamarys Sierra-Rosado
Newsletter Editor @ PWMS

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