Pirate Press l
Parkway Middle School l September 2024
Captain's Log
A message from your Administrative Team
Pirate Nation,
We are just a couple of weeks away from Thanksgiving break! Please remember that every day counts. Let’s make the most of the time we have before the break to achieve our best. I am confident that with your continued effort and commitment, we will finish this term on a high note.
Be on time to school, be prepared, be focused!
1...2...3...Go Pirates!!!
Misty Cruz,
Principal
Navigating to Success
Pirate Shoutouts
Mrs. Sierra
"Mrs. Sierra goes above and beyond for both PWMS staff and students. She handles everything on her plate with grace and pride. Thank you for being an amazing coach, mentor, peer and an friend!"- Ms. A. Thompson
Ms. Brady
"Ms. Brady thank you for all that you do for your student and our school as whole. You're always trying different and new things with our students' best interest in mind. Thank you for all your hard work, willingness to always learn and grow!" -Mrs. Sierra
Mr. Steinmetz
"I would like to give a huge shoutout to Mr. Steinmetz for yet another successful event. He kicked off the All-Pro Dads Chapter at PWMS with a total number of 15 students and parents in attendance. This program focuses on fostering stronger relationships with parents and their children, and it is also a great way for teachers to foster strong relationships with their students. Great job Mr. Steinmetz!" -Mr. Vera
Mr. Vera
"You always offer invaluable support with the firmness and kindness worth following. Thank you for the daily support and above all the humanity that characterizes you." -Mrs. Borges
Ms. Gillen
"Thank you for always being willing to help out your department and the school. We appreciate all the work that you put in with your students and your peers." -Mrs. Porras
Ms. Babilonia
"Ms. Babilonia thank you for always volunteering to help out wherever needed and with an amazing positive attitude. We appreciate you!" -Mrs. Porras
Mr. Ramirez
"I am so proud of the professional growth you have demonstrated in such a short time. We are lucky to have you." -Mrs. Sierra
Buccaneer Shoutouts
Anabella
"Anabella comes to class every day ready to learn. She is always prepared and works diligently during class completing her assignments with vigor. She is a pleasure to have in my class!" -Mrs. Richards
Jelany
"Jelany is polite and thoughtful when she comes around. It's cool to see her grow in her confidence and kindness." -Nurse Torres
Jeremiah
"You are a student with many qualities, punctual, kind, empathetic and who strives daily to comply with routine and activities. Your progress is remarkable." - Mrs. Borges.
Nikol
"Nikol has been a student in my Intensive Reading classes. I am very proud of the progress that she has been making. She does an outstanding job at participating in class! I am very proud of her!" -Mrs. Trantham
Pirate's Cove
On the Horizon
November 11th: NO SCHOOL- Veteran's Day
November 12th: SAC Meeting-Media Center 6:00pm
November 19th: Volleyball Game @ PWMS 6:00pm
November 20th: Volleyball Game @ PWMS 6:00pm
December 3rd: Volleyball Game @ PWMS 6:00pm
Donations
Pirate Adventures
Volleyball l Coach Pagan and Coach Sierra
November 12th: @ Neptune Middle School 6:00pm
November 14th: @ Harmony Middle School 6:00pm
November 19th: Harmony @ Parkway Middle School 6:00pm
November 20th: Canoe Creek @ Parkway Middle School 6:00pm
December 3rd: Narcoossee @ Parkway Middle School 6:00pm
December 10th: @ St. Cloud Middle School 6:00pm
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
Forms for Sports
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
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!
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