Panther Family: Please take a minute to read this letter from our superintendent, https://5il.co/33vmu . We look forward to seeing you in the new year and wish you a happy and safe break!
Winter break is December 23rd, 2024 to January 3rd, 2025! We will return to school on Monday, January 6th. Have a safe and happy break!
Calendar Reminder: Wednesday, December 11th is a half day for students due to staff professional development!
Join us at Geno's on Wednesday, December 11th from 5pm to close and mention Panthers in Peru for a portion of your sales to go toward our Travel Club! Students are busy fundraising to make this 2025 summer trip a reality!
Wassailing is here! On Wednesday, December 4th from 6-8pm Parchment will be celebrating this holiday season! Join us at Parchment Middle School for cookies, ornament making, carolers, and more. The high school band will be performing throughout the community at the following times and places:
-6:30 outside the middle school
-7:00 down near the Advia building
-7:30 near Diamond Disciples
Bundle up and come out for this festive evening!
The Parchment Community food drive will be Monday, December 2nd and Thursday, December 5th from 4-6pm.
Donations can also be dropped off at the main entrance at Parchment HS.
Wish List Items: Cereal, Oatmeal, Peanut Butter, Jelly, Pasta/Sauce, Pancake Mix/Syrup, Soup/Crackers, Canned Fruits/Vegetables, Tuna, Macaroni and Cheese, Boxed Dinners, Shampoo, Toothbrushes/Toothpaste, Toilet Paper, Deodorant, Laundry Detergent
If you'd prefer to make a monetary donation for West Michigan Food Bank to purchase perishable food gift cards for each family, you can do so at: https://aws.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Holiday-Food-Drive-Donations/SdcqeBn
Don't forget to join the Career Connect Open House on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 from 5:00-7:30 p.m. at the Air Zoo (6151 Portage Rd, Portage, MI 49002). Visit https://www.kresa.org/apply for more information and how to apply.
Thanksgiving break is almost here! Have a safe and happy break, Panthers!
The next PSD Board of Ed meeting will be held at Parchment High School on November 25th at 6pm.
Kalamazoo County middle and high school students and families are invited to discover the
many free educational opportunities available to them at the Career Connect Open House! On Tuesday, December 3, 2024 from 5:00-7:30 p.m. at the Air Zoo (6151 Portage Rd, Portage, MI 49002), learn about all of the programs offered including CTE, EFA, and more. Visit https://www.kresa.org/apply for more information and how to apply.
It's time for parent teacher conferences for k-5! Check your building newsletter for details and we hope to see you November 12th, 14th, or 15th!
Calendar Reminder: PSD has half days next week! Wednesday, November 13th is staff professional development. November 14th and 15th are elementary conferences, middle school workdays, and high school exams. Don't forget you can visit the district website to see the school year calendar!
Can you believe we're already talking about Ski Club? Well, it's that time! We have a new advisor this year, Chris Tindle. Please follow the link, https://5il.co/30meo , to learn more about who is eligible to join ski club. All questions can be emailed to ParchmentSkiClub@gmail.com
[Photo Credit: Timber Ridge ski resort, Wlad Go]
Once again we're reaching out to the generous Parchment community for donations for our holiday dinner charity! Parchment High School student council and Harding's of Parchment are working to put together boxes of food donations for local families in need.
You can sponsor a whole dinner for $50 by going to https://aws.schoolpay.com/pay/for/Holiday-Dinner-Donation/SbDWqpI or you can mail other monetary donations to the high school by December 13th. Please make checks to PHS Student Council with "Attention Holiday Dinner".
Canned food will also be collected, so look for more information to come soon!
On Saturday, November 9th, PHS Student Council is hosting our annual Veteran's Appreciation Breakfast. Each year, we accept donations for the breakfast and for gift certificates for the veterans. If you or your business would like to help sponsor this event, please reach out to JLMcmanus@parchmentschools.org or simply drop off checks/gift cards to the high school office.
Have you been interested in learning self-defense? Check out this new opportunity to take a class at Northwood Elementary! Thursday evenings weekly beginning November 14th in the Northwood Gymnasium. Class times are, Youth Class - 6:00-7:00pm, Family Class - 7:00-8:00pm, Adult Class - 8:00-9:00pm. Need help choosing which class is for you? Check out this link https://5il.co/2zt6t to find the course descriptions.
To register, scan the QR code or go to the website:
https://sanchinryu.com/store/parchment-dojo-michigan/
Calendar Reminder: K-5 does not have school on Friday, November 1st due to a teacher workday. Please keep an eye out for building newsletters as we head into Parent Teacher conferences time November 12th, 14th, and 15th.
The next Board of Education meeting will be held on October 28th at 6pm at Parchment High School.
Looking to purchase a Super Book for the next year? PHS student council is selling the coupon books for $40 as a fundraiser! Please email JLMcManus@parchmentschools.org with questions or call 269-488-1173 to purchase one and support our students. Available until November 27th
It's time to RSVP to the annual Veterans Breakfast at PHS! This year food will be provided by Julianna's along with other local donations. The breakfast will take place from 8-10am on November 9th at Parchment High. Please call 269-488-1100 to rsvp and share the word with your local veterans and active duty service members!
