PCK Weekly Newsletter

For this week's spotlight PCK wanted to acknowledge the efforts of the Cross Country team through the start of their young season. This past weekend, the team competed at the Slavens Invitational, a highly competitive event with an estimated 1,800 runners from across the Denver area. Athletes faced a challenging 3k course that included water terrain crossings. They rose to the occasion with remarkable performances, with multiple runners finishing with sub-14-minute times.

Prior to the Slavens Invitational, the season began at the Cimarron Invitational, where the boys varsity team made a strong statement. The top five runners placed 4th, 8th, 12th, 15th, and 18th out of approximately 70 runners—a fantastic achievement in such a competitive field. Girls varsity also shone brightly, with the top runner finishing 6th overall.

These accomplishments are a testament to the hard work, perseverance, and competitive edge these athletes bring to each practice and meet. Their dedication reflects the core values of Parker Core Knowledge, and we are incredibly proud of how they represent our school community both on and off the course.

Over the past week, we've received several questions regarding our spirit store and how to access it. We are pleased to share that we have made some updates to make it easier for you to find and shop for all your Parker Core Knowledge gear.

We have updated our website to include the spirit store under the "Webstore" tab on the main page. There, you'll find a wide selection of PCK apparel and accessories that are perfect for showing your school pride on spirit days and at school events. Whether you're looking for a cozy hoodie, a stylish t-shirt, or other PCK-branded items, our spirit store has something for everyone.

Please note that prices and sizes vary, so there's plenty of options to suit your needs. We hope this update will make it more convenient for you to support our school and proudly display your Parker Core Knowledge spirit.

Additionally, parents should take note that these items in the Spirit Store are not dress code compliant for regular school days, and may only be worn during school hours during spirit or dress down days.

Hello PCK Families!

I wanted to let everyone know about an event being hosted by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Cops and Bobbers. Kids 6-15 years old will have the opportunity to fish with deputies and park rangers to either learn or improve their fishing skills. Check out the flier for pre-registration, cost is $15 per kiddo for Douglas County residents and $18 for non-residents.

Thank you,

Deputy Sandifer

We want to remind you that the District will conduct a test of their new emergency messaging system next week on Thursday, September 19. This will be the first test since the District transitioned to a new communications provider, so it’s important to be prepared.

The test will involve messages sent through the District’s emergency messaging phone number: 855-269-0502. To ensure that you receive these messages without any issues, we encourage you to add this number to your contacts.

Please note that this emergency messaging system test is being run by the District and is separate from Parker Core Knowledge; it is not managed by our school staff.

As we continue to foster a positive and respectful learning environment at Parker Core Knowledge, we want to remind you of the importance of adhering to our school dress code. Recently, we have observed several instances of students not following dress code, specifically with the following:

Never Allowed

Ripped clothing on dress-down days (jeans, shorts, shirts)

Earrings (Dangly, Hoops, multiple per ear)

Untucked shirts

To maintain consistency and uphold our school standards, PCK administrators will be enforcing these dress code rules more closely. Beginning immediately, students will no longer receive warnings for dress code violations. Instead, students found in violation of the dress code will be sent directly to the front office and issued a dress code violation. An accumulation of three dress code violations will result in the loss of a Dress Down day. Continual violations will lead to further consequences.

We kindly ask that you take a moment to review the dress code with your child to ensure they understand the expectations and are dressed appropriately for school each day. Your cooperation and support in this matter are greatly appreciated as we work together to create a respectful and orderly school environment.

Thank you for your attention to this matter and for your continued partnership in supporting our school community.

The volunteer page for our library is now live, and we invite you to sign up to be a volunteer for your student’s class. As a library volunteer, you will have the opportunity to help read with the students and ensure they have an enjoyable and enriching experience during their library time.

Before signing up, please make sure you are selecting the correct slot that corresponds with your child’s library time. You can cross-reference the class schedule provided at the top of the volunteer site to ensure accuracy. Your involvement helps us create a welcoming and fun environment for all of our students.

Additionally, we are excited to announce that the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school from October 7-11. We are currently looking for volunteers to help with the book fair, as well as volunteers to assist our younger students in making their wishlists prior to the event. This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with the students and foster their love for reading.

All sign-ups for library and book fair volunteering can be accessed below.

PCK's Art Club is set to begin next week on Tuesday, September 17. The club meets every Tuesday through October 29, and provides an excellent opportunity for students to explore their artistic talents in a supportive and creative environment. Art Club offers a wide variety of lessons from pencil drawings to acrylic painting and watercolors.

With guidance provided, students will have the freedom to express their individual creativity, making this a perfect fit for those who are artistically inclined and eager to hone their skills.

Please note that spaces are limited, with only 12 spots remaining. If your student is interested in joining, we encourage you to sign-up to secure their spot.

We're excited to announce our upcoming K-5 athletic camps for girl's volleyball, boy's soccer, and cross country in late September. These camps are a great opportunity for students to improve their skills, stay active, and have fun with their peers.

Serve up some fun at the PCK K-5 Girls Volleyball Camp on Monday, September 30 from 3-4:30 p.m. For only $50, your child will enjoy a day filled with volleyball skills, teamwork, and new friendships, along with a camp T-shirt to commemorate the experience. Don't miss this fantastic chance to introduce your young athlete to the game of volleyball.

Get your young soccer enthusiast ready to shine at the PCK K-5 Boys Soccer Camp on Monday, September 30 from 3-4:30 p.m. For just $50, your child will enjoy a day packed with fun skills, drills, and teamwork activities. Plus, they'll take home a camp T-shirt to celebrate their experience. Sign up now and give your future athlete an unforgettable day on the field.

Get your kids in motion at the PCK K-5 Coed Cross Country Obstacle Course Camp on September 25 from 3-4 p.m. For just $50, your child will navigate exciting challenges designed to build endurance, teamwork, and agility. They'll also receive a camp T-shirt to remember the day. Sign up today for a fun and active experience that will have them racing to the finish line.

We are proud to announce that we will be offering a healthier choice frozen fruit pop during our post run festivities. The Foundation will be serving organic ice pops free of artificial dyes and flavoring. These treats offer less than eight grams of sugar per serving in which to promote healthier choices for our extraordinary students. We thank you so much for your participation in our annual fund run fundraiser!

SAVE THE DATE: 2024 PCK FALL FESTIVAL

We are excited to announce that Fall Festival will be held on Friday, October 4 from 4-6 p.m.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

This event’s success depends on the support of our dedicated volunteers, and we cannot make it happen without you! We are seeking volunteers to assist with setup, cleanup, ticket sales, managing games, supervising crafts, and more. Your involvement is crucial to creating a memorable experience for everyone. If you have the availability, please consider signing up for more than one slot. Middle and high school students seeking volunteer hours are also welcome to participate. Volunteers will also receive complimentary tickets for the festival.

FOOD & ACTIVITIES

Enjoy caramel apples, a pie toss at teachers, face painting, a pumpkin patch, DJ, bounce houses, and much more. Activities will range from 1-6 tickets. The What Would Cheesus Food Truck will also be available on Centerpark Loop.

TICKET INFORMATION

To avoid long lines, we encourage you to purchase your tickets in advance. Tickets are required for all activities except for food trucks and bounce houses. Individual tickets are $1 each, but you can save by purchasing in bundles before October 4, as prices will increase on the day of the festival.

Pre-Sale Ticket Pricing

$1 = 1 ticket

$5 = 6 tickets

$10 = 13 tickets

$20 = 25 tickets

To purchase tickets in advance, please use the link below through Square, or via Venmo @ckcspta (please provide the name of the person picking up the tickets).

Thank you for your support, and we look forward to seeing you at the Fall Festival.

We are pleased to share that our recent School Accountability Committee (SAC) meeting was highly productive! We set the foundation to begin working on important topics, including the Unified Improvement Plan (UIP), donation allocations, budget considerations, and student wellness initiatives. We are excited about the progress we are making and look forward to continuing our work in these areas.

If you have any questions about participating in SAC, or if you would like to contribute topics or questions to SAC but are unable to attend, please feel free to reach out to Blaise Singer at bsinger@ckcs.net.

Our next SAC meeting is scheduled for October 9 at 8:15 a.m. in the MS Commons. We welcome your participation and input as we strive to enhance our school community.

This week, our Volunteer Spotlight highlights Alison Rhein for her incredible support. Alison stepped in at the last minute to assist our math specialist with a take-home project, and her help made a big difference. We are so grateful for her willingness to go above and beyond for our school community. Thank you, Alison, for being such a valuable PCK volunteer.