
Parsons Pirate Update
November 25th, 2024
Principal's Message
Hello Parsons Family,
As we approach Thanksgiving, I want to express my gratitude for such an amazing school community. We genuinely appreciate all of your support. If you want to shout out a staff member, please fill out this form. I wish all of you a wonderful Thanksgiving full of food, fun, and family! There will not be an update next week due to the short week.
Sincerely,
Sarah Aherne
Attendance Update
We had 96 students who had perfect attendance for the first quarter! These students all received a Pirate Gram! Keep it up Pirates!
Turkey Trot
The annual Turkey Trot will be held the morning of Tuesday, November 26th. Mr. Grima and Mrs. Wilhelm are organizing the trot. The route is slightly different this year in order for the police department to safely close the roads and guard our route. Make sure your child is wearing running shoes and is dressed for the weather!
Holiday Concert
It seems far away but December will be here before we know it! Our annual Holiday Concert will take place on December 11th at Carlson High School auditorium. K-2 students will begin at 6:00 and 3-5 students will start at 7:15. A big thank you to Mrs. Arndt and Mrs. Monticello for preparing our students.
Santa's Secret Shop
Santa's Secret Shop will be open December 17th, December 18th, and the morning of December 19th. We will need lots of volunteers. Stay tuned for more information.
PTO Meeting
The PTO meeting is cancelled for December due to our many family events. We will meet January 14th at 6:00.
WatchDOGS
WatchDOGS is going well! Thank you for your service! Here is the sign up again for those who might need it.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FADA92AABFBC07-50155930-watch#/
PBIS-Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
What is PBIS?
Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports...
1. Creates and maintains a safe and effective learning environment
2. Ensures all students have social skills needed for success at school and beyond.
3. Provides a proactive system-wide framework for implementation
The purpose of PBIS is to establish a climate in which appropriate behaviors are the norm.
December's Monthly Focus-Collaboration
School Hours
Our school hours are from 8:38am-3:33 pm. Our school doors will open at 8:33 am. Our half day hours are 8:38 am-11:55 am. The first day of school is a half day and dismissal will be 11:55. Our front doors will open at 8:38 for students to enter the building. School dismissal is staggered so younger grades will come out first.
Arrival and Dismissal
Lunch Times
Kindergarten: 11:45 am-12:10 pm
1st grade: 11:55 am-12:20 pm
2nd grade: 12:05 pm-12:30 pm
3rd grade: 12:15 pm-12:40 pm
4th grade: 12:25 pm-12:50 pm
5th grade: 12:35 pm-1:00 pm
Visitors in the Building and Background Checks
Although we love to have visitors, we remain committed to your children’s safety. Students must enter the building themselves in the morning. Parents and guests must always check in the front office.
As we start to have volunteers in the classroom, please remember that you must have a background check prior to your volunteer date. You can fill out the form and bring a copy of your license to Ms. Veronica. Once approved, you may volunteer. We do background checks twice a year. If you have a felony, you may not volunteer for WatchDogs, field trips, or volunteer in the classroom.
Parsons Spiritwear
We have a new company for Parsons spirit wear this year. The great news is that you can order Parsons or Carlson gear throughout the year. They also have many sales and specials. Check out the link here and the flyer for the weekly ad below.
MiStar Parent Portal App
If you would like to access your Parent Portal on your smart phone or tablet, we offer a free mobile application. It is quick and easy to get started. Click on the PDF below to view Mobile App Installation Instructions.
Parent Square Communication App
Download the Parent Square App today! Use your email and phone number you used when you registered to log in.
We use ParentSquare at the District, school and classroom level to communicate with families.
What is ParentSquare?
ParentSquare is a simple-to-use platform that provides a safe way for everyone at a school to connect. With ParentSquare, you'll be able to:
- Receive messages from the district and school via email, text or app notification
- Communicate in your preferred language
- Comment on school postings to engage in your school community
- Direct message teachers, staff and other parents
- Participate in group messages
- Sign up for parent-teacher conferences
- Sign forms & permission slips
- And more all from your phone or web portal!
Elementary December Lunch Menu
Upcoming Dates
November 26th: Turkey Trot 9:00 start for K
November 27th-29th: Thanksgiving Break
December 7th: Gibraltar Christmas Parade 5:30 pm
December 11th: Christmas Concert at CHS, K-2 6:00, 3-5 7:30
December 12th: Board Meeting 7:00 pm
December 17th: Cookies with Santa
December 20th: Last Day Before Winter Break
December 23rd-January 3rd: No School
January 6th: Welcome Back!
January 21st: Rev'd Up Family Fun Night