Panther Pulse
October 4, 2024
MESSAGE FROM JASON WESLEY
Dear Parcells Families,
We had an incredible week of learning, and we’re especially proud of our Renaissance after-school tutoring program participants! Our students really enjoyed the extra academic support, engaging in diverse activities aimed at promoting teamwork, creativity, and personal growth. Many students were able to get back on track after receiving support from our teachers and peer tutors. It was an awesome experience!
We’re excited about the upcoming performances at the Grosse Pointe Theater! From February 7-16, 2025, we’ll present The Lion in Winter, followed by Groundhog Day: The Musical from March 28 to April 6, 2025, and The Secret Garden: The Musical from May 2-11, 2025. These shows promise to be an incredible experience for our community!
Join us for Pastries with the Principal on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, from 8:15 to 8:45 AM. Please RSVP to sicklel@gpschools.org if you are planning to attend and see the flyer below. We look forward to this upcoming event!
Sincerely,
Principal Wesley
PASTRIES WITH THE PRINCIPAL
RECOGNIZING OUR CUSTODIAL STAFF AT PARCELLS
Thank you SO MUCH for all that you do at Parcells. Shout out to Mr. Rose, Ms.Cherry, Arnell, Shakeyla and Corey!! Thank you for making our school shine!!
PARCELLS NJHS
NJHS invites were distributed to eligible 7th and 8th graders this week. Invitations are based on students earning 1's and 2's in conduct and work habits and maintaining a 3.5 GPA in BOTH 3rd and 4th quarter of last school year. If your child received an invitation please read it over with them and work on a plan for completing the application.
Any questions please reach out to Ashley Golitko - golitka@gpschools.org
GOOD LUCK TO OUR 6 PARCELLS SINGERS AUDITIONING FOR MSVMA
A total of six Parcells singers in grades 6-8 auditioned for MSVMA State Honors Choir this week. These students will represent Parcells next Saturday at South Lyon East High School for Regional Honors Choir Clinic Day from 9am-1pm. Then, the following week, we will learn which students have earned a place in the next level of honors choir. Best wishes, singers!
COUNSELORS CORNER
Parcells Counselors, Dr. Macey and Mrs. Palffy, and Social Worker Mrs. Jensen, met with all 5, 7 & 8th grade students this week. We introduced our Mental Health team and shared the new online appointment process for students to access mental health support. We also defined and discussed what to do in an emergency situation. Please be sure to check in with your student and feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
LIFETOUCH PICTURE RETAKE DAY
Picture Retake Day is here!
- Thursday, October 10, 2024
- 8:30 - 11:00 AM
- https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/
- Picture Day ID - EVTQRFDWB
There will be an announcement at the start of school telling students who have not gotten their picture taken or would like a retake to go to the Auditorium. Please make sure you discuss this with your student the night before.
PTO PANTHERPALOOZA & COLOR RUN ON OCTOBER 11, 2024
THANK YOU TO OUR BUSINESSES WHO DONATED THIS WEEK:
- National Coney Island
- CAM'S BP
- Ashby's Sterling Ice Cream
- Return to Balance Acupuncture
- Lou's Pet Shop
- Bucharest
- Grosse Pointe Orthodontics
- LakePointe Orthodontics
- Wally's Frozen Custard
- TCBY
- Fresh Farms Market
OCTOBER IS HAUNTED GARAGE MONTH FOR PARCELLS PTO
Haunted Garage Season Starts this Weekend!
It’s scary fun AND a fundraiser for area schools and organizations. When you purchase tickets and designate Parcells Middle School, a portion of your ticket sale will be donated to Parcells PTO. This applies to Parcells for tickets purchased ANY Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, October 4th through October 27th. Remember to designate our school to receive credit.
Regular admission is $15 and VIP admission is $24. Purchase your tickets:
- Online at www.hauntedgarageproductions.org and select PARCELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL in the drop-down menu for affiliated school.
- Hard copy tickets are available via cash, check, or Paypal through a PTO member.
- At the door of the Haunted Garage. Make sure to mention PARCELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL.
Check out this virtual tour if you haven’t visited the Haunted Garage.
PTO SIGNUP GENIUS FOR PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES
PTO hospitality committee is arranging for meals for teachers during conference times and are asking for parents to consider signing up to make a donation.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DADAC2CA7FECE9-51982873-teacher#/
You can also donate money to help provide a meal for a teacher.
PTO NEWS
PTO Needs 5th & 6th Grade Parent Volunteers for Fall Festival
Attention 5th and 6th grade parents: Your help is needed. Please join us for a Fall Festival planning session on Wednesday, October 9th at 6:00 p.m. in the Parcells staff lounge (across the hall from the auditorium). Our goal is to embrace the “many hands light work” spirit. Hopefully, each parent can leave with 1 to 2 small tasks to help make our 5th and 6th grade Fall Festival a success!
PantherPalooza Volunteers
We still need a few more volunteers at the PantherPalooza and Color Run on October 11th. Please sign up if you are available that day.
Enjoy Licavoli’s Market for Parcells Restaurant Night
Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Thanks to Licavoli’s generosity, a portion of your order will be donated to Parcells Middle School!
Order online or call ahead. Please mention “Parcells PTO” when placing or picking up your order so we receive credit for a portion of the sale.
20915 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods www.licavolismarket.com 313-642-4404
October PTO Meeting
The next Parcells PTO meeting will be held on Monday, October 14th at 6:30 p.m. in the staff lounge across the hall from the auditorium. All parents and teachers are automatically members of the PTO and are invited to join monthly meetings.
Get Connected with Our Parcells PTO Community Online
Like and follow the Parcells PTO Facebook page to stay updated on events and volunteer opportunities.
Connect with other parents on the Parcells Middle School Parent Discussion Facebook page (moderated by the PTO).
ATTENDANCE LINE
If your student is staying home for any reason please call the attendance line at 313-432-4601 or email hargera@gpschools.org and leave a reason for the absence.
PBIS AMAZON WISHLIST
Thank you so much for all the generous donations already.
Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) Program!
Take a look over our Amazon Wish List where you can easily purchase and send items directly to us that will help support our Color Run, Friday Snack Cart for our Panther Buck Rewards, or for getting our School Store started.
As always, Thank you!!
PARCELLS SPIRIT WEAR
This year, our Spirit Wear for adults and students is all ONLINE! Please take a look at all of the fabulous things Parcells and make your purchase online! Orders will be delivered to Parcells and distributed to your child to take home.
https://parcellsspiritwear.com
GRADE LEVEL T-SHIRT COLORS
5th Grade - Red
6th Grade - Blue
7th Grade - Green
8th Grade - Yellow
We still have some Grade Level T-shirts left over from last year for grades 6, 7, and 8. If we still have your size, we have shirts discounted for $5.00!!! Go to the Panther Den to see if we have your size!
If your child needs a modified diet in the cafeteria, please follow the link above to obtain a form that will need to be filled out by your child's physician. Please return the completed form to your school office.
TAHER BREAKFAST AND LUNCH
Parcells Breakfast Times: Monday - 8:35 AM, Tuesday - Friday 7:50 AM
Students can enter through the doors by the main gym or Mack Ave.
They can only enter at these times if they are having breakfast.
UPCOMING DATES
Month of October - PTO Sponsored Haunted Garage - just mention Parcells when you enter and we will get credit. More info to follow.
October 8
- 8th Grade PSAT Testing
October 9
- Wild Wednesday- after school JETS Pizza Sale
October 10
- Lifetouch Picture Retake
October 11
- Panther Palooza and Color Run
October 14
- PTO Meeting @ 6:30 PM in the New Staff Teachers Lounge
- Parent/Teacher Conferences Evening
- 1/2 day dismissal 11:28 AM - Parent/Teacher Conferences
- 1/2 day dismissal 11:28 AM
November 3
- District Open House - 12-2 PM
CHROME BOOK THROUGH THE LIBRARY
Parcells Library is now open for Emergency Chromebook checkout. Students can check out an emergency chromebook during 1st and 5th hour only, and must return the device each day by 3:00. Students who are in need of a year long device should reach out to Mrs. McGrath in the main office for assistance.
PARCELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Principal - Jason Wesley: wesleyj@gpschools.org
Vice Principal - Samantha McGrath: lambers@gpschools.org
Vice Principal - Debra Redlin: redlind@gpschools.org
Counselor - Amy Macey: maceya@gpschools.org
Counselor -Carla Palffy:palffyc@gpschools.org
Secretary- Lisa Sicklesteel: sicklel@gpschools.org
Attendance Clerk - Ashley Harger: hargera@gpschools.org
Office Clerk - Karen Cueny: cuenyk@gpschools.org
Website: https://www.gpschools.org/Domain/597
Location: 20600 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, USA
Phone: 313-432-4600