Thank you to Parker families for launching the new Parker Parent/Caregiving Community Group. Parker was founded by local families who envisioned a different type of school and community. We value and appreciate the tremendous support and leadership of Parker families.
There are many ways to get involved in the PPCC, including joining the Facebook group, helping with Teacher/Staff Appreciation, welcoming new families to Parker and more. See the details below. We are planning many fun community events for new and returning families this Spring and summer. Please mark your calendars for a Parker community event kicking off our celebrations of our 30th year of school. This event will be held on June 14th at 5 pm at the Sterling Street Brewery on Jackson Road in Devens, MA. We hope to see you there.
Thank you for helping to make Parker a strong and vibrant community.
Brian
The Parker Parent/Caregiver Community Group (PPCC) invites you to join a virtual meeting scheduled for May 1 at 10AM. They will be discussing the upcoming Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week, end of year plans, and welcome activities for the next school year: https://zoom.us/j/94041404321
Your help is needed during Senior Project Exhibitions on May 2, 3, 6 and 7. This schedule lists each senior’s Essential Question along with the date and time of their Exhibition. Current Parker parents are encouraged to join a jury panel with other community members, a faculty member, and a current junior to help assess the presentation using a rubric. More information on what to expect and the rubric can be found in this document. A 2-hour time commitment is required, but no experience with subject matter is necessary. Please note: Immediate family members of this year’s seniors may not serve on jury panels. To sign up for a jury spot, please email Monique ([email protected]). You can let her know specific Exhibitions you are interested in or specific days/times you are available. Thank you for supporting the Class of 2024!
Join us in a year of connection and celebration as we journey towards 3 decades of student-centered educational excellence. Click here to see the celebratory events we are planning!
Parker still has COVID Antigen test kits for anyone who would like them. The expiration date has been extended to 10/31/24. If you are interested in test kits, please email Lisa at [email protected].
Vaping Resources: This link provides access to free resources for teachers, students, and parents to learn more about the dangers of vaping nicotine.
A limited number of yearbooks remain available for purchase. Click here to order your yearbook from Jostens. Yearbook ($60 – Buy Now) is the hard cover book. Lower on the page are the soft cover book (Exclusive Offer - $40 - Customize) and the Division 1 book (Exclusive Offer - $20 - Customize). The Division 1 book contains everything but sections for Division 2, Juniors, Seniors, and senior parent ad pages. Yearbooks will be distributed on the last day of school during the Big End (June 14).
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week is 5/6-5/10. The Parker Parent/Caregiver Community group will host a variety of events during the week. Help is still needed for food setup and cleanup on Friday 5/10. If you are interested in helping this day, please email Stephanie at
[email protected]. Monetary donations are also being accepted and can be sent via Venmo to @Stephanie-Maclary. Thanks for considering!
Summer is coming fast and so are the new Always Available Titles from Sora, Parker's eBook platform. These are books that can be checked out at any time of day and are always available no matter how many are being read at any moment. They include non-fiction, adventure, elementary, scary, middle school, fantasy, high school, and audio books! All Parker students and staff have access to Sora so always have a book on hand this summer.
Reminder students have an opportunity to receive dental care here at Parker School through the Caring for Kids program on Friday, May 17th. Please click here to learn more about the program and complete the consent form. Return the completed form to Nurse Lisa as soon as possible. The dental program provides a dental examination, x-rays, fluoride treatment, sealants, and teeth cleaning. There is no direct cost to the patient. However, if the child has insurance, the insurance will be billed. If you have any questions, please email Lisa Zick at [email protected].
Reminder Division 1 and 2 students will be testing on various days in May, following the schedule listed below. Please make every effort to have students in school and on time for these testing days. All students should eat a good breakfast each day and get a good night’s rest the night before – those two things are the best “test-prep” we can recommend! Students who miss any of these testing days will make-up the tests on days following the dates listed here. Students and families will receive more details in an email about ten days before each testing session.
10th Grade:
7th & 8th Grade:
If you have any questions, please contact Deb Merriam ([email protected]). All tests are untimed, and most students finish by mid to late morning. Parents/guardians and students will get grade/test specific emails with more details that will go home as each test date approaches.
Do you know how to find your way to Parker’s playing locations? We have a GREAT feature on our website with interactive Google maps - just enter your address to receive directions to any of our game and meet locations. Find this feature by clicking HERE.
Upcoming Dates of Note: | |
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Thu-Tue; May 2-7 | Senior Exhibitions |
Wed-Thu; May 8-9 | 7th/8th Grade Math MCAS |
Sat - May 11th | Alumni Gathering |
Mon-Tue; May 13-14 | 8th Grade Science MCAS |
Tue - May 14 | Board of Trustees |
Fri - May 17 | PROM |
Looking for help with or concerning: | Please contact: |
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a specific class or assignment | the teacher of that class (see Parker email list) |
technical support | email: [email protected] |
your family's or student's health | email: [email protected] |
mental health/emotional support needs | email: [email protected] |
food insecurity/free and reduced school lunch needs | email: [email protected] |
The Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School is committed to equal employment and educational opportunity for all members of the school community and prohibits discrimination on the basis of the basis of race, color, gender, pregnancy or pregnancy status, religion, gender identity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability, in the operation of the educational programs, activities, or employment policies.
Fax: 410-242-8628