Pirate Press l
Parkway Middle School l September 2024
Captain's Log
A message from your Administrative Team
To all of our amazing students:
Middle school is a time of incredible change and opportunity. Each of you has unique talents and strengths that make our school a vibrant and dynamic place. Remember, every challenge you face is a chance to grow stronger and more resilient. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone, try new things, and make mistakes. It’s through these experiences that we learn the most.
I encourage you to be kind to one another, support your peers, and always strive to be the best version of yourselves. Your attitude, effort, and determination will shape not only your future but also the future of our school community.
Let’s continue to make this year unforgettable by working hard, staying positive, and lifting each other up. Together, we can achieve great things!
Best wishes for a fantastic year ahead,
-Mr. Vera
Assistant Principal
Pirate's Cove
Pirate Shenanigans
Dance Club Performances for Hispanic Heritage Month
Osceola's Sheriff Department spreading Autism Awareness
Navigating to Success
Pirate Shoutouts
David Bowers
"Mr. Bowers is doing an outstanding job as a Resource Compliance Specialist! He is a vital part of serving the ESE community!" -Ms. Trantham
Ileana Gallinal
"Ms. G is always alert and kind and willing to help. Thanks for brightening things up Ms. G!" - Mrs. Torres
Troy Cammock
"Congratulations on being awarded District PLC Lead. You bring pride to Parkway and the Fine Arts program." -Mr. Waters
Buccaneer Shoutouts
Jeffrey
"For scoring the highest points in the entire school for Math PM1." -Mr. Vera
Edward
"Edward demonstrates GRIT on a daily basis. He is always prepared for class and ready to be a team player. We appreciate how respectful he always is." -Ms. Hare
Ossiah
"Congratulations Ossiah on achieving a perfect score on your Civics EOC in May 2024. We are so proud of you and look forward to what you can do this year!" -Mr. Reid
Pirate Adventures
Soccer l Coach Waters and Coach Gillen
October 2nd: at Parkway Middle School 5:30pm
October 7th: at Parkway Middle School 5:45pm
Cross Country l Coach Boxler
October 1st: Voyager K8 6:00pm
October 9th: Harmony Ranch 5:30pm
October 23rd: Austin Tindall 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
Campus 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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