Park Hall's Weekly Newsletter

Our goal for attendance this year is to reach 94%. Below are the top classes for each grade level and their percentage of attendance for the week:

Pre-k: Ms. Frere at 84%

Kindergarten: Ms. Riviere at 87%

First grade: Ms. Gyorgy at 94%

Second grade: Ms. Sevrence at 89%

Third grade: Ms. Ebanks at 93%

Fourth grade: Ms. Baney at 91%

Fifth grade: Ms. Thomson at 93%

First grade was the top grade level at 90%. Way to go 1st grade!!

With many staff and students falling ill right now, please see this great graphic entitled, "When is Sick Too Sick for School?"

The St. Mary's County Health Department is offering a Youth Mentoring Program. Click here for more information and the sign-up.

Mrs. Amanda Meatyard, the St. Mary's County Local Management Board Coordinator will be hosting a community Conversation about "Being Neighborly in the Neighborhood." This will occur on February 20th at 11:30 am at "HOPE" Church of the Ascension. See the flyer below for more information.

Save the Date 2/25/25 from 5-7 pm for Park Hall's Title I Math Night!

We will have lots of fun activities for everyone. Educational Community Credit Union will offer two "Financial Literacy" sessions in addition to our fun math activities. Dinner will be served free of charge but RSVP is mandatory. Please RSVP by Tuesday February 18, 2025. Hope to see you there!!!!
RSVP LINK: https://forms.gle/xvTF42GmG13t8MEN8

Kids Heart Challenge- Register online- http://www2.heart.org/goto/ParkHallElementary Donations are due February 21st. The school goal is $8,000.00 for Mr. Malone to camp out on the roof. Students can earn a pajama and hat day, a free day in PE or a dance party Instant thank you gifts will be delivered when achieved. All other thank you gifts will be delivered after the event has been completed. Thank you for your participation.

As a first-year community school, PHES Community School is required to provide information to the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) using a survey called the Needs Assessment. Assessment information will guide the programs and services PHES can deliver to our students and families during the 2025-2026 school year. The Needs Assessment includes information from students, staff, and parents/guardians. This information will allow us to better understand the needs of our Park Hall community. Please complete this parent survey. The information you provide is confidential.

PHES Community School appreciates your dedication to our students, families, and community.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact Ms. Mansfield at mrmansfield@smcps.org.

If any families are in need of food, please click the link below for a list of local food pantries.

A Week

Kid's Heart Challenge Week

Monday - February 17

• President's Day Holiday - no school

Tuesday - February 18

• Regular day for students 8:45-3:30
• Kid's Heart Challenge PJ day

Wednesday - February 19

• Regular day for students 8:45-3:30
• Greenwell State Park is coming to Park Hall 1st grade

Thursday - February 20

• Regular day for students 8:45-3:30
• 2nd Grade Concert 6:30 pm

Friday - February 21

• Regular day for students 8:45-3:30
• Kid's Heart Challenge Day

Snacks are now being offered for purchase for grades 3-5 from the cafeteria every day after the students have had their lunch. Families can add money through myschoolbucks or by putting money in a envelope with the student's name, teacher, and for cafeteria snacks.

Many citizens are concerned about reports in the media relative to ICE Raids and want to know how their local school systems plan to handle the issue. SMCPS will adhere to the guidance provided by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). Please read A Guide for Students, Families, and Local Education Agencies on the MSDE website. Our actions are bound by law, and our administrative staff consistently ensures compliance.

Park Hall Elementary has also been identified as a community school. A community school is a public school that establishes strategic partnerships between the school and other community resources. These partnerships promote student achievement, positive learning, and seek to promote the well-being of students, families, and the community by providing services. Community schools address the whole child, with a comprehensive focus on academics, social and emotional well-being, and developmental needs.

This year we will be conducting a needs assessment, to identify what our students, families, and community needs. If you would like more information on how to get involved, or would like to receive services please contact:

Madison Mansfield

Community School Coordinator

mrmansfield@smcps.org

(240) 913-5404

Park Hall Elementary is a Title I School. The purpose of Title I is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education, and to close educational achievement gaps. Title I provides financial assistance to local educational agencies (LEAs) and schools with high numbers or high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging academic standards.

Here are some of the important Title I documents that pertain to Park Hall Elementary School:

• PHES Comprehensive Needs Assessment 2024-25

  PHES Parent Involvement Plan 2024-25

  PHES Parent Involvement Calendar 2024-25

  PHES School-Family-Learning Compact 2024-25

  PHES Title I Parent Right to Know Letter

  PHES Principal Attestation Letter 2024-25

  PHES Attestation and Qualifications for Teachers and Paraeducators of Title I Schools 2024-25

• All families and extended families are encouraged to join our fantastic PTA. Membership is $5.00 and families can join by clicking this link: https://phespta.memberhub.com/store?limit=21&live=true
• Stay current with the PTA by visiting the PHES PTA Facebook page: www.facebook.com/groups/ParkHallPTA
• The PTA sponsors movie nights, spirit nights, Trunk or Treat, the spring dance, teacher appreciation week, spring and fall outdoor clean-up days and much much more. Your support is much appreciated!!!

Park Hall Elementary School provides a rich educational experience that focuses on preparing well rounded students that are ready to succeed in their future college and career endeavors. Park Hall educates and inspires our diverse population in a safe and respectful environment. Students are engaged in authentic learning experiences that foster work habits and skills necessary to become collaborative, dedicated, and productive citizens.

Email: mlbell@smcps.org
Website: https://schools.smcps.org/phes/
Location: 20343 Hermanville Road, Park Hall, MD, USA
Phone: (301) 863-4054
Twitter: @phes_smcps