Parsons Pirates Update
June 5, 2023
Message From the Principal
Dear Parsons Families,
Wow! It is the last full week of the school year. It has been an absolute pleasure getting to know all of you and your wonderful children. It has been an amazing experience joining the Parsons team this year and I look forward to a full year next year! It's a busy week ahead. Let's have fun and enjoy it!
Sincerely,
Sarah Aherne
Summer is Bright Spirit Week!
Tuesday-Wear Your Favorite Hat
Wednesday-Future's So Bright-Wear your sunglasses
Thursday-Luau/Beach Day!
Friday-Peace, Love Parsons-Class Colors/Fun Run Shirts
Classroom Candy Contest!
Field Day
End of Year Survey
Shout out a Parsons Staff Member
5th Grade Notes for End of Year Activities
Clap Out and 5th Grade Graduation on June 12
- Clap Out - 1:45 on Monday, June 12th
- Parents may arrive at 1:30. Bring a chair. The ceremony will be outside on the blacktop.
- Students will line the hallway. Parents will line up outside the 4th/5th doors.
- Graduation Ceremony will start around 2:00.
- There will be principal remarks and each teacher will speak and present certificates to their class. There will be a class picture taken on the playground.
- Kids will sign out following the ceremony. Families should head out by 3:15 so we are ready for school dismissal.
- 5th-grade party in the evening at Parsons. Check out below for the flyer! Thank you to Michelle and the 5th grade parents for all the help with this event!
Please No Dogs at Drop Off or Dismissal
Summer School and Summer Learning Opportunities
Summer School
Summer School will be hosted at Hunter Elementary.
Teachers will reach out to you if your child meets the criteria set by the district.
The session dates are June 26, 27, 28. July 10, 11, 12. July 17, 18, 19. July 24, 25, 26. July 31.-Aug 1, 2 Aug 7, 8, 9.
Summer School will run from 8:30-11:30 am. With a light snack provided.
Transportation will be offered to all Gibraltar residents.
The program will focus on Reading/ELA, Math, and STEM.
The registration deadline is May 31st.
Parents will get a brief confirmation email on June 9th.
Parents will get a welcome letter from their child’s summer teacher on June 23rd.
Students should be able to attend at least 15 of the 18 sessions.
Summer Learning Link
Here is a summer learning link for families that may want to do something extra and fun with their kids over the summer. The booklets are leveled by early learners, lower elementary, and upper elementary. The activities involve science, literacy, and math. There are lots of opportunities for students to read as well as explore the outdoors.Gibraltar Champions Summer Camp
When to Keep Your Child Home From School
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X1h-iSol2YD68QRJndqs3bNInfpnLoISC0h1E_B7-Ck/edit?usp=sharing
Upcoming Dates
June 6: Young 5s Graduation 2:00 in the gym
June 9: Field Day, 8th Grade Graduation
June 12: 5th grade party, 5th grade graduation outside, 5th Grade Clap Out
June 13: Half day dismissal 11:55
Mrs. Aherne
Email: ahernes@gibdist.net
Website: https://www.gibdist.net/parsons-elementary
Location: Parsons Elementary School, Middle Gibraltar Road, Gibraltar, MI, USA
Phone: (734) 379-7050