Park Hall's Weekly Newsletter
October 30, 2023
Important updates for the week of October 30, 2023
All students in third grade will be taking the NNAT3 assessment on Wednesday, November 1. Here is a letter to parents about this assessment: NNAT3 Parent Letter.
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.
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.
Calendar of Events
Monday 10/30
- Regular school day 8:45-3:30
Tuesday 10/31- Happy Halloween
- Regular school day 8:45-3:30
- Students may wear costumes today, PLEASE NO Weapons (knives, guns, or scary costume props) They will not be able to wear masks during instruction.
- 2:30 2nd Grade FASSTT (Families And Students Spending Time Together)
Wednesday 11/1
- Regular school day 8:45-3:30
- 3rd graders will be taking the NNAT3 Assessment today
- 3:45 School Improvement Team Meeting in Media Center
- 5:00 PTA Meeting in Media Center
Thursday 11/2
- Regular school day 8:45-3:30
- All County Chorus rehearsal 4:15
Friday 11/3
- Regular school day 8:45-3:30
SAVE THE DATE - Future Events at Park Hall
- November 7 Report Cards go home
- November 10 Veteran's Day- No school
- November 14 Family Fitness Night 5:30
- November 22-24 Thanksgiving Break
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!!!
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