Inside Parkway
January 6, 2022
Kindergarten registration
Kindergarten registration is underway. Find out more January 12 in the Wonderful World of Kindergarten webinar. Register for the webinar here.
If a Parkway full time employee wants to enroll their child in Parkway and they do not live in the district, contact Cindy Wester at cwester@parkwayschools.net.
Pictured: Kindergarten students from Sorrento Springs Elementary
People of Parkway - Jill Brenton
Jill Brenton has served Parkway for nearly 27 years.
Currently, Jill is our network administrator. In this role, she manages district wired and wireless networks. In addition, she helps support a large number of other systems, like security cameras and PA systems.
"Jill is energetic and enthusiastic about supporting Parkway students and staff," Chief Information Officer Jason Rooks said.
Thank you for your work and dedication, Jill!
Health and safety update
In case you missed it, please read the staff update from Dr. Marty that was sent yesterday, January 5. You can find the staff update here. A similar message was sent to Parkway parents as well.
Thank you for your ongoing support and focus on our students and families.
Trivia Night
Make plans to join us online for our Parkway Virtual Trivia Night on Saturday, Feb. 26, at 7 p.m. Anyone with online access can participate, so get your friends and family to join you online for this fun event.
Proceeds will benefit PAA programs that include Granting Dreams for Parkway students and recognition for exceptional teachers and operations staff. Purchase tickets or become a sponsor here.
Senior marches in Rose parade
Parkway West senior Kyle Schultz marched in the Rose parade January 1. He was selected to participate in the Tournament of Roses’ in Pasadena, California last spring.
Schultz march along with other musicians from across the country in the Bands of America Honor Band.
Watch the KMOV story here.
Yearbook advisor wins award
Congratulations to West High teacher Debra Klevens on her Distinguished Yearbook Advisor of the Year award from the Journalism Education Association.
In an era when yearbook advisors are required to innovate, comfort, and inspire, Klevens embodies all of those traits and more. Her forward-thinking nature helps her lead a group of students with a constant desire to innovate and achieve.
Southwest Middle teacher recognized
Southwest Middle Health and Physical Education teacher Dr. Paulo Ribeiro has been named the 2022 SHAPE America Central District Middle School Physical Education Teacher of the Year.
Dr. Riberio is now one of three finalists for National Middle School Physical Education Teacher of the Year which will be selected in April.
