Edgar H. Parkman Newsletter
December 2023
Hello Parkman Families!
We want to take a moment to let you know that everyone at Parkman is thankful for your ongoing support and partnership. We hope that your holidays are filled with many unforgettable moments and we are looking forward to a gratifying new year!
Best regards,
-Irene Roman, Principal
-Julia Barnett, Assistant Principal
Celebrations
Thank you Families!
Thank you for taking the time to meet with our staff! We loved hearing your stories and learning more about your child.
Thank you Riley's School of Dance!
Riley's School of Dance gave Parkman a very generous donation toward our district's One Book, Three Schools event! We can not thank you enough for supporting our efforts to foster a love of reading!
Upcoming Events
Important Dates
12/3/23- Torchlight Parade and Carol Sing, on the town green, 6:00 PM
12/5/23- PTO Chipotle Fundraiser, 4-8 PM at Chipotle’s,
7 Hazard Ave., Enfield, CT.
12/6/23- Early Release, Staff P.L., 1:35 PM Dismissal
12/8/23- PJ Day 2023 for the Kids,
Donation Link: https://give.connecticutchildrens.org/enfieldpto23
12/8/23- ROAR Assembly in GYM, 10 AM (Wear PJ’s)
12/9/23- E.S.S. and Parkman PTO Holiday Kid’s Event, 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM, at the Enfield High School Cafeteria
12/12/23- PTO Meeting in Library, 5:30 PM
12/18/23- Snuggle Up and Read, at home event on TEAMS, 6:30-7 PM
12/20/23- Lyman Orchard’s Pie/Cookie Dough Pick up, 3:00-6:00 PM, by the gym doors
12/22/23- Early Release, 1:35 PM Dismissal
12/25/23-12/29/23- School Closed, Winter Break
12/29/23- PTO Harlem Globetrotters at the XL Center, Hartford, CT. Tickets: $42. Final date to order tickets is 12/15/23
1/1/24- School Closed, New Years Day
1/4/24- ROAR Assembly in GYM, 10 AM (Wear cozy clothes/pjs)
1/6/24- PTO Disney on Ice, Magic in the Stars, at the XL Center, Hartford, CT. Tickets $29 each. Last day to purchase tickets is 12/8/23
1/9/24- PTO Meeting in Library, 5:30 PM
1/15/24- School Closed, Martin Luther King Day
1/24/24- Early Release, Staff P.L., 1:35 PM Dismissal
Will your child be participating in PJ Day?
ROAR Assembly
The theme of the assembly is to wear PJs as it will also be the district-wide PJ Day for Kids event. Please remind you child to participate if they would like!
Donation Link: https://give.connecticutchildrens.org/enfieldpto23
PTO
Curriculum & Instruction
No News!
Health & Safety
Dressing for the Weather
Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather. Classrooms are still having outdoor recess, so coats, hats and gloves are encouraged.
Technology
Building Procedures
Bus Circle
Community
Community Health Center (CHC)
CHC is accepting students in need of behavioral health services. CHC is working hard to connect with families, and look to their partners to help them meet the needs of students in this changing and unknown environment.
Click here for more information on CHC and how to connect through telehealth.
Important Links
District Equity Statement
From Previous Newsletters
Miss Roman, Principal and Miss Barnett Asst. Principal
Edgar H. Parkman Vision
Our vision is to uphold a learning environment that provides our school community with a safe and welcoming atmosphere where engagement, collaboration, and accountability are held in high regard by staff, students, and families.
Please feel welcome to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Email: iroman@enfieldschools.org
Website: https://edgar.sharpschool.com/
Location: 165 Weymouth Road, Enfield, CT, USA