Henry Happenings

We look forward to warmer temperatures this week and hope for weather that will support outdoor recess for our students. We will look for our play spaces, stairs, and blacktops to be clear of snow/ice for us to safely return to outdoor play. Please ensure your child come to school with the appropriate gear to play outside. I know we all are ready for outdoor play to return!

Have you registered for the PTO Trivia Night? Keep reading below to get registered! It's coming up on February 1!

Make sure to keep reading below for more information on: Girls on the Run Registration, Let Me Run registration, Kindergarten registration, State of the District, Yearbooks, and more!

Sincerely,

Dr. Jodi Oliver

January 28 - Reader in Me Online Submission Deadline

January 29 - Early Release, Dismissal at Henry 2:05 PM

January 30 - Early Childhood Visit Your Elementary 9:30 AM (Registration Required)

January 30 - PTO Meeting 7 PM

January 31 - Reader in Me Prize Distribution

February 1 - PTO Auction and Trivia Night (Register Here!)

February 4 - PTO Tab Top Collection Day

February 5 - State of the District 5:30 PM

February 6 - 3rd Grade Musical 6:30 PM

February 8 - 4th Grade Strings Day Concert at Parkway West High School

February 13 - Early Release, Dismissal at Henry 2:05 PM

February 14 - Yearbook Ordering Closes

February 14 - No School (Professional Development)

February 17 - No School (Presidents Day)

February 22 - District STEMFest at Southwest Middle School 10 AM

February 25 - Reader in Me Online Submission Deadline

February 25 - Spirit of Excellence Celebration at the Family Arena 6:45 PM

February 26 - 5th Grade Musical 6:30 PM

February 28 - Reader in Me Prize Distribution

March 3 - One School One Book Read-A-Thon Begins

March 4 - PTO Tab Top Collection Day

March 6 - All-District Orchestra Concert at Family Arena 7:30 PM

March 11 - 3rd Grade Strings Concert 6:30 PM

March 13 - Spring Class Parties

March 14 to 21 - No School (Spring Break)

March 25 - Reader in Me Online Submission Deadline

March 28 - Reader in Me Prize Distribution

March 28 - Half Day, Dismissal at Henry 1:05 PM (Teacher Records Day)

• Winter Dreambox Challenge ends this Friday, 1/31.
• Remember to Check Lost and Found for missing items.
• 5th Grade Beautification Character Council Seeking donations of winter decor items to place around Henry if you have any to share! Spring decor will be sought after Spring Break.
• Nominate a Teacher/Staff Member for a Bulldog Brag. Please fill out this form and we will deliver the great news!

Make plans to join the Henry community as we enjoy the big-screen release of the popular "Dogman" character! More details below.

• Where: Marcus Theaters Chesterfield Galaxy at 450 THF Blvd, Chesterfield, MO 63005
• When: Feb. 13, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.
• How much: Tickets are $9/person (fill out the google form and hit submit, payment fields should open on the next page)
• Check in on the day of the movie at our table in the lobby. Seats are first come day of the event.

Purchase tickets by JANUARY 30th to guarantee admittance.

If the cost prohibits you from participating, please reach out to one of the counselors jherrmann@parkwayschools.net lturner@parkwayschools.net or the PTO at henrypto@gmail.com for assistance before submitting this form.

The next online submission date is January 28th. Submit here. Reminders below:

• The link will remain the same for the duration of the program/school year
• The link will be closed to submissions until the Friday prior to each due date, then remain open until 9am on the due date
• Paper logs will no longer be accepted
• Only one submission per student will be accepted per due date

The K-12 Human Relation and Sexual Health (HRSH) curriculum night will take place this Tuesday, January 28th, from 6 PM to 8 PM at Parkway Central Middle School.

This open house is designed for parents of K-12 students to view curriculum materials for upcoming HRSH units. There will be an opportunity to preview instructional videos and resources for these lessons.

• Please take a moment to review the "When to Keep Your Student Home Sick" information sheet below.

• Eye Thrive offers no cost vision exams and glasses. Their next event is on January 30th at Central Library. Appointments are first come, first serve. Click here for more information.

Attention Parents of Henry 5th Graders, we need your help! Each year, we feature a special “THROWBACK” section for our fifth-grade class in the yearbook.

Please help us by submitting 2 photos of your child to be featured in the “Then and Now” section. Please see the flyer for guidance on how to select and submit photos.

Photos are due by Friday, January 31st.

Interested in joining Girls on the Run? For students in grades 3-5, Girls on the Run inspires individuals of all abilities to recognize their unique strengths, while building a sense of connection in a team setting. Volunteer coaches facilitate lessons that blend physical activity with life skill development to enable team members to adapt to whatever comes their way. At the end of the season, the team completes a 5K together.

Program Dates at Henry: Tuesday and Thursday from 4 to 5:15 PM, starting the week of March 3rd and ending with a 5K Event on May 10th. Registration is currently open and ends February 23rd.

Please see the flyer below for more information or register now!

Questions, contact Kim Torrence at kimachappell@yahoo.com.

Our team at Henry is also looking for GOTR coaches! If you are interested in learning more about coaching, please contact Kim Torrence.

Join the Let Me Run Team for 4th and 5th Grade Boys. Coached by Mr. Pettus and Mr. Figgs, registration will open Monday, January 27th. Please note, there is a cap on the number of students that can sign up (limited to 14 students), so don't forget to mark your calendars to register! Please see the flyer below for more information.

K-5th grade students are invited to come and enjoy a Sweetheart Dance with a family member or guardian on Thursday, February 13th from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Parkway Central Middle School Cafeteria. The cost is $30 per family and the ticket includes music, cookies, refreshments & a photo opp! All proceeds will go towards the PCMS PTO.

Registration is required and must be completed by February 9th. See the flyer below for more information. Please email info@pcms-pto.com with any questions.

Join us for Parkway’s third annual State of the District event! You will have the opportunity to meet and hear from our next superintendent, Dr. Melissa Schneider. We’ll showcase student performances and dive into the progress we’re making on our Strategic Plan through engaging sessions with district leaders.

When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 5

Where: Central High Commons

More information can be found on the Parkway website. We look forward to seeing you there!

Our “Henry Harmonizers” (our voluntary 5th grade choir that meets before school on Monday mornings) will be singing “God Bless America” at an Ambush game at the Family Arena on Saturday, February 8 at 6 PM.

• Our ticket price (per person, including each singer - anyone over the age of 2) is $25.75.

• All performers and supporters (family, friends, teachers, etc.) must purchase their tickets through this specific link to ensure you receive the group rate and are seated together.
• The ticket link will close on February 5th, so we encourage everyone to secure their tickets early. Please note the clear bag policies when attending.
• When you purchase your tickets, please send Mrs. Plesia an email letting her know you will be in attendance.

Parkway Alumni Association sponsors Dream Grants (up to $250) to help pay for extracurricular learning experiences and materials, or for free community resources, such as a job shadowing opportunity. Students are encouraged to submit requests that will help them expand their skills, gain knowledge or experience, or participate in school-related or community activities.

Click here to learn more about the Granting Dreams Program and how to apply. The Granting Dreams application period ends on Feb. 14th.

Parkway is committed to keeping students and staff safe during severe winter weather. We have now utilized all three planned snow days for the 2024-25 academic calendar. If severe weather requires the district to close in the future, we will conduct virtual learning days.

If schools close or dismiss early due to snow or ice, before- and after-school care will not be available, and activities will be canceled. Families will be notified via phone, text, email, local media, Parkway’s website, and social media.

As a reminder:

• Update your contact information in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
• Have a family plan for closings or delays.
• Ensure children are dressed warmly and arrange transportation if they walk to school

Learn more about Parkway’s winter weather protocols.

Adventure Club school year before and after care registration opens for new Parkway families at 6 a.m. on March 11th.

Space is limited, please plan to register as early as possible. Visit www.prcommunityed.org or call 636-891-6644 on March 11th to register.

Do you or someone you know have a student starting kindergarten next year?

Kindergarten registration is available online for the 2025-26 school year. If you do not have internet access or need assistance completing the online application, please call the Parkway Enrollment Hotline at (314) 415-9900.

More information about kindergarten registration can be found here.

In Jumpstart to Kindergarten, children will have the opportunity to become familiar with the kindergarten experience. Children must be five by August 1, 2025. A copy of the child's birth certificate must be on file with Parkway. This is a free program available to all Parkway residents.

Details

• Dates: June 9-27, 2025 (No School - June 19)
• Time: 9:00-12:15 p.m.
• Location (for those living in Henry, Mason Ridge, Pierremont attendance areas): Pierremont

Registration

Parkway Summer School registration will take place online via the Arux online registration system. Registration for Jumpstart to Kindergarten will open online February 2 at 11:00 a.m. You will need to have an account in the Arux system in order to register for Jumpstart to Kindergarten. View a step-by-step guide to creating an account. For questions, please contact lbangert@parkwayschools.net or 314-415-8075.

Summer Expo is the largest in-person summer camp expo in the Saint Louis area. Plan your child's summer activities with local and regional summer camp providers. Meet face-to-face with representatives and get answers to your questions.

Admission is FREE and open to families across the St. Louis area!

Click here to learn more!

Attention 1st Grade Parents: Please help us stock the lounge for the teachers/staff/administration. 1st Grade is responsible for the month of January. Please see the Sign Up Genius to sign up to bring items. You can drop off at the school office by the morning of Wednesday, January 29th. Thank you for being so thoughtful and generous for those taking care of our students!

Register here!

If you are able to help at Trivia Night with set up, tear down and/or registration, please click here to volunteer. Your help is much appreciated!

The auction is open for bidding. Please log in and register by clicking here.

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