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Parkway Newsletter the Parkway Prowl - May 26, 2026

Posted Date: 05/24/26 (09:00 AM)
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Week of May 26, 2026

The Parkway Prowl logo features a tiger mascot and bold text.
 
A group of young runners start a race on a track, with spectators in the bleachers.

Race to the Finish Line!

Principal’s Weekly Update
We had a fun and busy week! Sometimes pictures tell a better story than words, so this newsletter features a few snapshots of the fun and learning happening at Parkway. With only two weeks of school left, be sure to check the list below so you can stay on top of everything coming up!

FINAL TWO WEEKS!
5/26 – 4th Grade Visits (ASB Speeches) & Orientation Night at 5:30 PM
5/27 – Spit Fest for 5th Grade (5th Graders get to try out band instruments)
5/28 – 6th Grade Visits Ephrata Middle School (almost time to go!!)
5/29 – 5th Grade Field Trip to Matilda (Wenatchee)
6/3 – Citizenship Celebration (Splash Zone)
6/4 – AR Parties (5th: Bingo at the Church / 6th: Lions Park) & ALEKS Pizza Party
6/5 – Last Day of School – Slideshow & Early Release

Let the fun and learning continue all the way to the end!
Go Tigers! 🧡🖤
 

Talk About Attendance

Week of May 25: 🎊 Thank You, Families!
Your support made this year a success! Consistent attendance makes a big difference in learning and confidence.
💡 Tip: Set attendance goals for next fall — and enjoy a well-deserved summer!
 

Started the Week with 6th Grade Band Concert! Thank you, Mr. Pearce!

A school gymnasium hosts an art show and band performance, with student artwork displayed on walls and a band playing on the floor.
 

Energy Day at Big Bend Community College - Thank You, 5th Grade Teachers!

A group of people watch as small cars race down a multi-lane track.
Three children and an adult smile for a photo, all wearing medals, with a Grant PUD tent in the background.
A diverse group of students poses for a photo outdoors, holding small toy cars.
A young girl with glasses smiles and gives a thumbs-up while holding a small toy car.
A group of four people, including two children and two adults, smile for a selfie outdoors under a tree.
Two young boys hold open cardboard boxes lined with aluminum foil, possibly for a science project.
 

Mile Day - Thank You Mr. Hewitt & Mrs. Mickelsen for putting this together!

A group of young people run on a track during a sunny day, with bleachers and trees in the background.
A group of students and adults gather on a track near hurdles, with a football field and bleachers in the background.
Two children run on a track, one waving to the camera.
A group of young athletes stand at the starting line of a running track, ready for a race.
A group of young athletes are practicing on a running track with a coach observing.
A group of boys pose for a photo in a grassy park, some holding a football.
 

6th Grade Dissections in Sciene Class- Thank You, Mr. Visser & Miss Boruff!

Students and an instructor wearing safety goggles and masks conduct a science experiment with specimens.
Two students wearing masks and gloves work on a science experiment at a table, with a frog anatomy diagram on a screen in the background.
Two students in a science classroom wear goggles and gloves, posing with dissected frogs on their lab tables.
Students in a classroom wear masks and goggles while dissecting specimens at lab tables.
 

THANK YOU PARKWAY PTO!

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Parkway’s PTO for the incredible support you provide to our school community. Your efforts play a vital role in helping us celebrate our students through meaningful rewards and fun, memorable events.

We are especially grateful to all of the volunteers who generously give their time and energy. Your dedication makes a lasting difference in the experiences we are able to offer our students each day.

Thank you for all that you do to support Parkway!


Are you interested in getting involved? PTO is looking for OFFICERS FOR NEXT YEAR! Please reach out. You can send an email to parkwaypto19@gmail.com or kgilreath@ephrataschools.org
 
A graphic with a car icon and text that reads 'Morning Drop-Off Reminders'.

Morning Drop-Off Reminders

❄️ Supervision Reminder
  • 8:45 AM Mondays
  • 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!
Parkway Intermediate School logo featuring a tiger mascot, with school name and contact information.