Calling all Parkside Knights ready to hit the pitch! Whether you’re returning to soccer or thinking about giving it a try, come out, meet the team, and show us what you’ve got!
🔥 OPEN PRACTICES
📅 Wednesday, August 26
📅 Thursday, August 27
⏰ 3:00–5:00 PM
📍 Piscataquog Field
⚽️ BOYS SOCCER TRYOUTS
📅 Monday, August 31 – Wednesday, September 2
⏰ 3:00–5:00 PM
📍 Piscataquog Field
👋 PARENT & PLAYER MEET-AND-GREET
📅 Monday, August 31
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 Piscataquog Field
Parents and players are invited to meet Coach Kadic, hear about the upcoming season, and learn what it means to be part of Parkside Boys Soccer!
💙 Bring your cleats. Bring your energy. Bring your Knight pride.
⚔️ THE FUTURE IS YOURS.
⚽️ YOUR SEASON STARTS HERE.
#ParksideKnights #ParksideSoccer #BoysSoccer #KnightPride #TheFutureIsYours #MiddleSchoolAtParkside

The Knight Family is growing, and we’re excited to introduce another amazing new member of our Parkside team — Ms. Butler, our new Spanish teacher! 📚
Ms. Butler brings 9 years of experience in education and is a graduate of Flagler College in St. Augustine, Florida. One of her favorite things about teaching is seeing just how much Spanish her students can learn in only one year! 🗣️✨
And she certainly brings some adventure to Parkside! Ms. Butler lived in Chile for 1½ years 🇨🇱 and enjoys hiking, traveling, and playing cribbage. Her favorite food? Taco salad! 🌮
What is she most excited about? Joining a school that she describes as “vibrant, growing, and fun!” We think she found the right place! ⚔️💙
Please help us give Ms. Butler a HUGE Parkside welcome!
⚔️ WELCOME TO THE KNIGHT FAMILY, MS. BUTLER!
💙 THE FUTURE IS YOURS.
#ParksideKnights #KnightFamily #WelcomeMsButler #MeetOurTeachers #ParksidePride #MiddleSchoolAtParkside #SpanishTeacher #TheFutureIsYours #BackToSchool2026

The Knight Family keeps growing, and we’re excited to welcome Ms. Knoess to Middle School at Parkside! 🎉
Ms. Knoess joins our ASD Program and brings an incredible 22 years of experience in education to our students. A graduate of the University of California, Davis, her favorite part of teaching is simple: working with awesome students! 📚✨
🌴 She’s originally from California
🌮 Her favorite food is tacos
🎵 She loves sports and music
💙 And she’s most excited about joining the amazing Parkside community!
With more than two decades of experience and a passion for students, we are thrilled to have Ms. Knoess joining our team.
⚔️ WELCOME TO THE KNIGHT FAMILY, MS. KNOESS! ⚔️
Drop a 💙 in the comments and help us give her a big Parkside welcome!
THE FUTURE IS YOURS.
#ParksideKnights #KnightFamily #MeetOurTeachers #WelcomeToParkside #ParksidePride #MiddleSchoolAtParkside #TheFutureIsYours #BackToSchool2026

Think you’ve got what it takes to become a Parkside Knight? 🏰⚔️
Whether you’ve been playing soccer for years or you’re ready to challenge yourself and try something new, we want to see YOU on the field!
🔥 PARKSIDE GIRLS SOCCER TRYOUTS 🔥
📅 August 25–27
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Piscataquog Field
Come ready to work hard, have fun, make new friends, and represent Parkside! No matter your experience level, bring your effort, your energy, and your Knight Pride. 💪⚽️
👟 Lace up your cleats.
💧 Grab your water bottle.
💙 Bring your PARKSIDE PRIDE.
Your team is waiting. Your season starts here.
⚔️ WORK HARD. PLAY TOGETHER. BE A KNIGHT! ⚔️
#ParksideKnights #ParksideGirlsSoccer #KnightPride #GirlsSoccer #BeAKnight #ParksideAthletics #TheFutureIsYours ⚽️💙🤍

READY TO SERVE. READY TO COMPETE. READY TO BE A KNIGHT.
Think you’ve got what it takes to hit the court? Come sharpen your skills at Open Gym, then bring your energy and compete for a spot on the Middle School at Parkside Volleyball Team!
🔥 VOLLEYBALL OPEN GYM
📅 August 19 & 20
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 West High School Gymnasium
⚔️ VOLLEYBALL TRYOUTS
📅 August 24, 25 & 26
⏰ 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 West High School Gym
💙🏐 NEW PLAYERS WELCOME!
Bring your hustle. Bring your heart. Bring your KNIGHT PRIDE!
THE COURT IS CALLING. WILL YOU ANSWER?
⚔️ MIDDLE SCHOOL AT PARKSIDE
THE FUTURE IS YOURS.
#ParksideKnights #KnightPride #ParksideVolleyball #VolleyballTryouts #TheFutureIsYours #GoKnights


The Knight Family is growing! 🎉 Please help us give a HUGE Parkside welcome to Ms. Prindle, who will be joining us as a 5th Grade Math & Science Teacher! 📚🧪➗
Ms. Prindle brings 10 years of experience to Parkside and says her favorite part of teaching is watching students learn, grow, and gain confidence in themselves. She’s especially excited to join a school filled with pride, kindness, and support for one another—and we think she’s going to fit right in! 💙
👏 WELCOME TO THE KNIGHT FAMILY, MS. PRINDLE!
We can’t wait for our students and families to meet you!
⚔️ Middle School at Parkside
💙 The Future Is Yours.
#WelcomeToParkside #KnightFamily #ParksideKnights #MeetOurTeachers #NewTeacher #FutureIsYours #ParksidePride #MiddleSchoolAtParkside #BackToSchool2026

When: August 20, 2026
SAVE THE DATE
Where: Victory Park, Manchester, NH
We’re excited to share that CelebratED is back for its 6th year. Last year we took a bold new step by focusing directly on supporting students as they head back to school. We provided 0ver 110 haircuts, distributed 500 plus backpacks and provided books to nearly 700 children!
📍 Victory Park and French Hall
📅 Thursday, August 20th
🕓 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
This year’s Back-to-School event will offer:
🎒 Backpack & School Supply Distribution
✂️ Haircuts & Clothing Support
💡 Family Resource Fair
📝 School Registration Assistance
We’re bringing together community partners to streamline resources, reduce barriers, and celebrate students as they return to school ready and confident.
We look forward to seeing you on August 20, 2026 for CelebratED!
https://manchesterproud.org/celebrated/
Online applications for the 2026–2027 school year are now open.
A completed application could help your household receive free or reduced-price school meals for the upcoming school year.
If you think your household may qualify—or you’re simply not sure—we encourage you to apply.
The only way to determine eligibility is to submit an application.
Why Apply?
✔ Help ensure every eligible student who qualifies receives the benefits they are entitled to.
✔ Applying does not reduce or take benefits away from another student.
✔ All student eligibility information is kept strictly confidential.
Apply Online Today: www.MySchoolApps.com
Why Apply Online?
✅ Faster processing
✅ Fewer errors than paper applications
✅ Secure and confidential
✅ Email confirmation that your application was successfully submitted
Paper applications will be available soon, but we encourage families to apply online whenever possible.
Only one application per household is required.
If you have questions or need assistance, please email Becky Mcfarland at rmcfarland@mansd.org
Food & Nutrition Services Web Page- https://www.mansd.org/page/food-nutrition-services


For more information, visit caphr.org or call 1-800-256-9880


Under the leadership of Robotics Coach Ms. Edgar, the team launched this year thanks to a DOE grant that provided funding for a brand-new robotics kit. Although the kit arrived later than expected, leaving students with only 18 days to build and program their robot before their first competition, the team rose to the challenge with determination and perseverance.
Their hard work paid off at their first competition in Bedford, where the rookie team earned the Judge's Choice Award. They continued to improve throughout the season, placing 12th out of 28 teams at their second competition and winning 2 of their 5 matches—an impressive accomplishment for a first-year team.
The Knyte Bytes finished their season strong at the Spring Scramble offseason event, earning 3rd place overall and bringing home another trophy.
Beyond competitions, Ms. Edgar emphasized the importance of community engagement and outreach. Team members showcased their robot at the School Connect event and participated in a schoolwide Pride celebration at Parkside, where each student was recognized by school administration and presented with a trophy commemorating the team's Judge's Choice Award.
The team was also invited to demonstrate their robot at the City Year Gala, where students shared their experiences and discussed their robot with members of the School Board, Superintendent Chmiel, Governor Ayotte, and U.S. Representative Chris Pappas.
In addition to their robotics accomplishments, the Knyte Bytes partnered with Team 501, the Powerknights from West High School, to support veterans and families in need during the holiday season. Together, the teams helped provide Christmas dinners to community members, with the Knyte Bytes collecting enough food for five complete dinners.
The team's involvement in robotics will continue this summer, as several members will join the Powerknights in partnering with MPAL to help run a Robotics Week program using XRP robots.
Ms. Edgar shared how proud she is of everything the team has accomplished during its first year. From earning awards and trophies to serving the community and representing Parkside at high-profile events, the Knyte Bytes have demonstrated resilience, teamwork, leadership, and a passion for learning.
Congratulations to Ms. Edgar and the Knyte Bytes on an outstanding rookie season. The future is bright for this talented group of student innovators! 🤖🏆





You can create 2 free custom pages as well if purchased and added on or before 5/19.
Last day to order: 5/21
Delivery date to Parkside: 6/12 (Shipping to the school is free.)
Cost:
Soft Cover Price Before Tax $16.62
Hardcover Price Before Tax $22.63
Your students will be bringing home a permission slip today (due back 4/22) for a field trip to SNHU Arena to hear a presentation from Ryan Day. Ryan Day is the head football coach at Ohio State University and a graduate of Manchester Central High School. He will be hosting an assembly for Manchester students on Friday, April 24. Ryan does work with the KidsMentalHealthFoundation.org - part of Nationwide Children's Hospital to reduce mental health stigma and encourage students to seek support if needed. He will talk about his personal experience as a student in Manchester - challenges he faced (death of a parent when he was in elementary school) and how he pushed on to keep moving through challenges. He wants to encourage students to connect to services in the school or community if they need support at any time.
The permission slips are due back to your student's team teachers by Wednesday, April 22.
Friday, April 24th
9:30 am Students begin arriving at the arena
10:15 am Assembly begins
11:15 am Q&A begins
11:30 am Students dismissed back to school
Thank you,
The Parkside Staff

Please remind remember to signup for Softball through FAMILY ID.
https://parkside.mansd.org/page/athletics

Dear Families,
Looking for a sport that builds confidence, improves physical fitness, and creates lifelong friendships? It’s time to try out for Track and Field!
Unlike other sports, track and field ensures that everyone plays. Whether your student is a natural sprinter, loves distance running, or wants to try throwing or jumping, we have a spot for them. Track and field isn't just about speed—it’s about character, self-discipline, and competing against yourself to get better every day.
Why Choose Track?
Unmatched Inclusivity: No benchwarmers! Every student contributes to the team.
Boosts Confidence: Kids thrive on setting personal bests and seeing their hard work pay off.
Physical & Mental Health: Regular activity improves sleep, reduces stress, and burns energy.
It’s a "Cheat Code" for Success: It builds a foundation of strength, speed, and endurance that helps in all other sports.
Tryout Details:
When: March 30th at 3:20PM
Where: West High School Track
What to Bring: Water bottle, athletic gear, and running shoes.
No experience? No problem! Our coaches are here to help your student find their speed and strength.
Come join a supportive community and get on the right track!
No experience? No problem! Our coaches are here to help your student find their speed and strength.
Come join a supportive community and get on the right track!
Are you ready to have fun, make new friends, and try something new? 🥎
Come check out softball! Whether you've played before or are brand
new, everyone is welcome to join.
Come to our Softball Interest Meeting on March 23rd at 2:30 in Room
M-111 in the modulars to learn more about the team, meet the coaches,
and see what it's all about!
Don't miss your chance to step up to the plate and be part of the
team. We hope to see you there!



