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Park Hall's Weekly Newsletter

October 9, 2023

Park Hall's WeeklyNewsletterOctober 9, 2023

Important updates for the week of October 9, 2023

Park Hall families,


Our schools are heavily impacted by federally connected students – those parents/guardians who work on federal property in Maryland, live on federal property in Maryland, and/or are active duty military personnel. Because of this impact, we receive federal grant funds to operate and maintain our schools and enrich school programs. To receive these funds, the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) requires us to survey each student to determine eligibility.


SMCPS is encouraging all parents/guardians to please take the time to access and complete the Impact Aid Survey Form online, located in the Home Access Center (HAC). Once logged in, directions to access the online form can be found HERE. A video with instructions is available HERE. The form can now be accessed in Spanish by clicking on the Globe in the top right-hand corner once the form has been started. The deadline for the online submission of Impact Aid Program Survey forms is November 14, 2023.


Save the Date: This year’s SMCPS STEAM Festival will be held on Saturday, October 28th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds. Admission is free and open to the public. Wrap up the fall festival season with a day of learning, food trucks, and STEAM-related fun!


Effective communication is critical to the success of St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS). This will be crucial not only for emergencies but for our ability to communicate with families in general. Online Emergency Information Update Forms are now available through the student’s Home Access Center (HAC). Once logged in, directions to access the online form can be found HERE. A video with instructions is available HERE. It is vital that all information is updated in eSchool. The deadline for the online submission of Emergency Information Update forms is November 14th, 2023. Please click here for the Blank Emergency Form. If you have any questions, please contact Tiffany Shreve at tkshreve@smcps.org.


Picture day at Park Haill is 10/12/2023. Skip the order form and click here to preorder. The online code is: parkhall23.


All families are required to fill out the technology "Acceptable Use Policy" (see the link below) for each child attending a SMCPS school.

October is Farm to School Month

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5th Graders in Mr. Shaffer and Ms. Thomson's classes

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are studying corn and what a great experience this is!

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Hands-on activities and fun learning opportunities.

Calendar of Events

B week


Monday 10/9

  • Asynchronous Day-students work from home
  • Parent/Teacher Conference Day



Tuesday 10/10


  • Regular school day 8:45-3:30



Wednesday 10/11


  • Regular school day 8:45-3:30
  • PTA Spirit Night Panda Express (Use code 357906) and Crumble Cookie



Thursday 10/12


  • Regular school day 8:45-3:30
  • Picture Day
  • Park Hall Fundraiser kick off!



Friday 10/13


  • Regular school day 8:45-3:30
  • Character Tea by invitation only: Grades Pk-2 is at 9:15 and grades 3-5 is at 10:00

SAVE THE DATE - Future Events at Park Hall

  • October 20 2 hour early out and PTA Trunk or Treat 5:00-7:00 pm


  • October 23 PJ day
  • October 24 Sports/Jersey day
  • October 25 Tie Dye day
  • October 26 Wear Red day
  • October 27 80's Retro Dance day


  • October 27 Park Hall Just Dance Fundraiser


  • November 1 School Improvement Team Meeting at 3:45 and PTA at 5:00


  • November 7 Report Cards go home


  • November 10 Veteran's Day- No school
Park Hall Laptop Information for Students and Families
Click this button to learn about our SMCPS issued laptops
Home Access Center - click here
The Home Access Center will be open by August 18th. Families can see their child's assigned teacher. If you forgot your login information, please contact the main office at 301-863-4054.
Register to Become a Volunteer - click here
If you are interested in volunteering, chaperoning on a field trip, or helping out with field day, you must register to be a volunteer.
Bus and Bus Stop Locator- click here
Click the above button to look up bus numbers, bus stops, and approximate bus stop times.
Here Comes the Bus App - click here
Families can track their child's bus through the Here Comes the Bus App. Click the button above for more information and directions on how to set this up.

PTA News

  • All families and extended families are encouraged to join our fantastic PTA. Membership is $5.00 and families can join by clicking this link: https://phespta.memberhub.com/store?limit=21&live=true
  • Stay current with the PTA by visiting the PHES PTA Facebook page: www.facebook.com/groups/ParkHallPTA
  • The PTA sponsors movie nights, spirit nights, Trunk or Treat, the spring dance, teacher appreciation week, spring and fall outdoor clean-up days and much much more. Your support is much appreciated!!!
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Introduction to Park Hall Elementary

Park Hall Elementary School provides a rich educational experience that focuses on preparing well rounded students that are ready to succeed in their future college and career endeavors. Park Hall educates and inspires our diverse population in a safe and respectful environment. Students are engaged in authentic learning experiences that foster work habits and skills necessary to become collaborative, dedicated, and productive citizens.

Email: mlbell@smcps.org
Website: https://schools.smcps.org/phes/
Location: 20343 Hermanville Road, Park Hall, MD, USA
Phone: (301) 863-4054
Twitter: @phes_smcps