Attention families of 11th, 10th, 9th and 8th Graders ... 2023-2024 high school schedules are being sent home with students today (Wednesday). Along with the schedule, you'll receive a letter explaining how to handle schedule conflicts and request changes. You can read more here: https://www.mansd.org/article/1149248.
Program flyer: Registration is now open for Boys & Girls Club before- and after-school programs for the 2023-2024 school year. In addition to the main clubhouse on Union Street, the Boys & Girls Club operates on site at Jewett Street School and Highland-Goffe's Falls Elementary. You can register online at mbgchh.org or at the Union Street clubhouse.
Parkside is welcoming the families of our incoming 5th grade class to tour our building and meet 5th grade teachers on May 31 at 6 PM. Tours will run 6:00 to 6:30. and then an information session will take place from 6:30 to 7:00.
Click on the link below to find information on end of the year activities for our 8th graders.
https://www.smore.com/pvf8n
Summer is coming quickly and, along with our community partners, we've got summer programs for students of all ages. You can read more about the summer programs around the city and sign up today at https://www.mansd.org/page/summer-2023.
Thank you to all of our staff and their family members who participated in the Walk Against Hunger on Sunday. Our students will be participating in a school wide walk on Friday!
The state Board of Education is proposing changes to state minimum standards, known as Ed 306. As part of that process, a series of listening sessions has been scheduled around the state, including one at Memorial High School at 6 p.m. on June 5. You can find more information about the proposed rule changes here: https://bit.ly/NHED306.
A huge thank you to the MFD for bringing the Firefighter Challenge back to our middle schools. Congratulations to Parkside's winners and good luck at the city wide competition.
8th graders enjoyed a visit from the NHDOE's CTE Mobile Access RV! They had hands-on experiences with circuits, 3D computers, heavy equipment simulators, construction tools, CPR and cosmetology mannequins and more! Thank you Ms. Sacherski for planning the visit.
Parkside is happy to be welcoming families for Family Literacy Night, This evening is brought to you by GearUp and New Neighbor Connections. The night will include awesome student performances, food, connection and the presentation of the Jane M. Pollard Memorial Scholarship.
Need to register a new student? We're hosting an in-person registration event from 5-6:30 pm TONIGHT, Thursday, May 11, at Beech Street School. Assistance will be available. Please note: Students must be age 5 by September 30 to start school this fall. More info at https://www.mansd.org/o/msd/page/register-a-student.
Grateful for our school nurse, Mrs. Keefe, who helps to keep our students healthy and happy each day!
Parkside's Talent Show
Tonight at 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:45PM)
Tickets are $2 and are being sold at the door.
Come support Parkside's Stars.
Program flyer: Chandler's Ball 3 on 3 tournament will return this summer, with three divisions for players ages 10 to 21. Tournament cost is $15 per team, with proceeds supporting maintenance of Sheridan Emmitt Park. You can find more information on the attached flyer.
Registration is NOW OPEN for new students for the 2023-2024 school year! We are excited to welcome new students and families in September. Please note: In order to start school next school year, students must be age 5 by September 30. You can apply online today or sign up in person at one of our sign-up events. Find information on sign-up events and a link to register at https://www.mansd.org/article/1057652.
There is a two-hour delay for Manchester School District on Wednesday, March 15, due to winter storm clean-up. This affects Kindergarten through Grade 12 and full-day pre-kindergarten. Morning pre-kindergarten is cancelled. Afternoon pre-kindergarten starts at regular time.
You can find detailed start times for each school level under a two-hour delay at https://www.mansd.org/page/school-closings-and-delays.
Please use caution traveling in the morning.
Due to the winter storm, Tuesday, March 14, will be a remote learning day for students in Kindergarten through Grade 12. There is no pre-kindergarten on Tuesday. All after-school activities are cancelled on Tuesday.
Remote learning technical support will be available during the day Tuesday. To get support, you can call 603-413-3420 or email techsupport@mansd.org.
Three Important Updates from Parkside
1. 8th grade students are finalizing courses for next year this week on Aspen. Please consult with your student and their teachers regarding selections. The instructions for students, an informational slideshow and the course catalog are all below. All selections are due on Wednesday, March 8.
2. 3rd Quarter progress reports will be distributed to students on Tuesday, March 7. Please ask your student's teacher(s) directly if you have any questions about grades.
3. Manchester West Head Football Coach Andrew Provencher and staff will be visiting during the lunches on Tuesday, March 14th. They will be providing information for 8th graders interested in participating in freshman football at West and 5th, 6th and 7th graders looking to participate on the Parkside flag football team and/or register for youth tackle football. Flag football practices will begin in April. For additional information or to connect with Coach Provencher, feel free to email him at andrew.provencher@gmail.com.
Here is the link to the full update: https://www.smore.com/euzh4
Program flyer: NH Swim School presents Introduction to Swim Team this summer for middle and high school students. The program runs from July 3-August 10 at Livingston Park. Register online at www.manchesterswim.com.
There is no school next week – February 27 through March 3 – for February vacation. Have a happy, safe break and we'll see you back on Monday, March 6.
