Parkway Newsletter the Parkway Prowl - May 11, 2026

Posted Date: 05/10/26 (10:07 PM)

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Week of May 11, 2026

Coming Up at Parkway!

Weekly Family Update

Our first week of SBA Testing is complete. We have one more week of general SBA testing.

SBA Testing – Tuesday–Friday from 9 am - 12 pm
Keep it up! - Please help your child do their best by ensuring they get plenty of sleep, arrive on time, and come to school ready to show their learning during these important “academic game days.”

Monday, May 11 - Assembly Schedule with a Hands-Off Challenge Celebration at the end of the day.

Friday, May 15 – 6th Grade Google Meet with Tina Mullings (EMS Principal) & Gaemmi Jasman (EMS Counselor)

Students will learn about elective options for next year. All 6th Grade students will visit EMS on 4/28/2025.

Coming Up-

5/17–5/22 – SBA Make-Up Days
5/19 – Matilda Theater Manager visits Parkway
5/19 – Student/Principal Advisory Committee, 1:00–3:00 PM (Library)
5/21 – 5th Grade Energy Science Day (10:00 AM–1:55 PM), Big Bend CC
5/22 – Mile Day at EHS
5/26 – 4th Grade Visit (ASB Speeches) & Parent Night
5/27 – Spit Fest - 5th Grade
5/28 – 6th Grade Visits EMS
5/29 – 5th Grade Field Trip to Matilda (Wenatchee Numerica Performing Arts)
6/3 – Citizenship Celebration (Splash Zone)
6/4 – AR Parties
6/5 – Last Day of School – Slideshow & Early Release

Let's have a fantastic week. GO TIGERS!

A bulletin board displays information about ASB positions, responsibilities, and election process at Parkway Intermediate.

ASB Elections for 2026 - 2027

Timeline to ASB Elections

ASB elections are coming up! We’re looking for incoming 6th grade leaders to serve as president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer. If you’re ready to show your Tiger Pride, Tiger Drive, and be a positive voice at Parkway, check the ASB board for positions and application details!

Monday May 4th - May 8th: Students expressed interest in running for ASB officer positions.

Monday May 11th - Thursday May 14: Students are given an evaluation form that they, as a responsible student, will give to their PM teacher to fill out. The teacher will evaluate them and turn into the office.

Friday May 15: top three for each ASB role will be notified that they are now officially running for ASB for the next school year. They have the weekend to make no more than 3 Handmade posters. No props are allowed to advertise…. For example, no stickers. No pens, no buttons. If this happens, students will lose earned votes at the election per item confiscated.

Monday, May 18 - Friday, May 22 Posters are displayed in halls, Also this is the time that each of 12 candidates will write their speeches. No longer than 2 min speeches.

Tuesday, May 26- Students will give their speeches to the incoming 4th graders for Grant then Columbia Ridge.

Tues May 26th: During Tiger Time, the 12 candidates will do their speeches for our 5th graders.

A collection of colorful squishy toys, including balls and cubes, are arranged on a gray surface.

🚨PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT- The Squishy Situation!

We interrupt your regularly scheduled programming to bring you an important update…

The squishies have taken over.

What began as a well-intended tool to keep busy hands quiet and minds focused has… evolved. These once-helpful fidgets have multiplied at an alarming rate and are now making appearances everywhere—classrooms, hallways, and possibly even places we can’t explain.

We’ve witnessed it all:

Squishies being stretched beyond recognition
Squishies being tossed through the air
Squishies being… tasted (yes, really 😬)
And, of course, the mysterious layer of “squishy residue” that seems to follow them

While they may be the latest trend, they are quickly becoming more of a distraction than a support for learning—especially as we head into the final stretch of the school year.

So, we kindly ask for your help:

Please keep squishies at home.

If one must make the journey to school, it should remain tucked safely at the bottom of a backpack for true emergencies only.

Our focus is on finishing the year strong, staying engaged, and making the most of every learning moment.

Thank you for your support in helping us contain… the squishy situation.

Sincerely,

The Parkway Team 😄

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PARKWAY'S PTO NEEDS YOU!!

CALLING NEW MEMBERS & OFFICERS!

Many of the officers on our PTO have students moving up to the middle school next year and are looking for new members to take their place on the Parkway PTO Board. Please consider joining the team that supports the fun and learning at Parkway. Our next meeting is tomorrow!

CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UP FOR PTO COMMUNICATIONS!

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Talk About Attendance

Week of May 11: 🌟 Finish Strong!

The final stretch is here — every day helps your child prepare for next year.

💡 Tip: Keep structure and consistency through the last day.

Student Safety During Drop-Off and Pick-Up

SAFETY CONCERNS! The safety of our students is our top priority, and we need your partnership to help keep our drop-off and pick-up areas running smoothly and safely.

🚗 Morning Drop-Off

Students must use the crosswalks to safely cross Parkway Blvd. We noticed a number of students being dropped off across from the ball fields this week and we almost had a student get hit. Please drop off at the crosswalk and keep our students safe!!

⏰ Supervision Reminder

Student supervision begins at 8:45 AM on Mondays.
Supervision begins at 7:45 AM Tuesday–Friday.
Please do not drop off students before these times, as staff are not yet on duty.

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation in keeping our students safe. Together, we can ensure safe arrivals and dismissals for all!

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After School Clubs & Activities

MATH IS COOL TEAMS GO TO STATE

Both our 5th and 6th grade teams have been invited to send their top competitors to the state competition—an incredible accomplishment!

6th Grade State Competition: Saturday, April 25, 2026
5th Grade State Competition: Saturday, May 16, 2026

We are proud of your hard work and wish you the best of luck as you represent Parkway!

Final Enrichment Class Session for 2025-2026 Starts Monday!

Session 3- April 20 - May 21, 2026

Mondays, Starts April 20 - Ends May 18 🧵 Sew Much Fun! (6th Graders Only) - Learn basic sewing skills and create fun projects to take home. No experience needed — just creativity! (Limit 10)
Wednesdays, Starts April 22 - Ends May 20, 2026 📝 The Study Spot! - Your go-to hangout for homework help, snacks, and success! (Limit 24)
Thursdays, Starts April 23 - Ends May 21, 2026 🪡 Needle Little Fun (5th Graders given priority) - This is a hand stitching class for 5th-grade students! Learn to sew on a button or create fun projects using a needle and thread. (Limit 10)