Principal Rubino's Weekly Update
W.S. Parker Middle School Newsletter; Fri., Sept. 9, 2022
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Dear Parker Middle School Families,
Friday, Sept. 9, 2022
You may be feeling a bit of information overload these first few weeks of school - I know I am too as a parent of an elementary school student and middle school student! This newsletter also has a lot of information in it for families and students.
To start off, Assistant Principal Peledge and I will be at the Reading Fall Street Faire this Sunday in the dunk tank! Stop by and try to dunk us in the water! Mr. Peledge will be there from 2 to 2:30 p.m. and I will be there from 4 to 4:30 p.m. We hope to see you there!
Our first session of after school activities begins the week of Sept. 19. Please click on the PDF below for a list of activities and information on how to sign up.
Don't forget about the Kindess Kits donations (see below). We will begin collecting donations on Monday.
Please be sure to visit the PlusPortal to sign the yearly forms. You must be on your computer in order to access the forms tab. Once the forms are signed, families who requested chargers will receive them and students can begin taking computers to and from school.
The two following announcements will also be emailed to students:
Are you interested in helping out your community? The Parker Service Club might just be for you. Check out the application below. The club meets every other Thursday after school in room 214.
Ms. Rubino wants to hear from you. Come join the Principal’s Student Council. Please join me after school on Wednesday, Sept. 28 in the cafeteria.
Have a wonderful weekend! Go Panthers.
Hope to see you at the Faire.
Best,
Ms. Rubino
Kindness Kits
The Pine Street Inn in Boston’s South End neighborhood serves more than 1,900 individuals daily and assists homeless individuals in areas including street outreach, prepared meals, housing, medical care, and job training. Once again, we at Parker are gathering items for the residents at the Pine Street Inn by creating “Kindness Kits” that include donations from all of you to individuals in need. On the morning of October 6, our eighth graders will pack the goods with the donations that have been collected during our drive here at school.
We can’t thank you enough for your donations and support. We will continue to collect until October 5.
Please make sure items are travel sized or small. Items Include:
6th Grade Teams: Health related donations including band aids, first aid kits, sunscreen, wet wipes/tissue packs, deodorant, chapstick, disposable razors, shaving cream, baby powder
7th Grade Teams: Personal hygiene items including toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, shampoo and conditioner, body wash, body lotion, combs and brushes, washcloths
8th Grade Teams: Adult socks, Feminine hygiene products, disposable ponchos, mini bottles of water, snacks including jerky, trail mix, granola bars
🍃🏵 🍃🏵 🍃🏵 🍃🏵
Reading METCO Found Family Program
Important Events
Back to School Night
Thursday, Sep 22, 2022, 06:30 PM
Parker Middle School, 45 Temple Street, Reading, MA, USA
News from the PTO
The Parker Middle School PTO will meet on the second Tuesday of each month beginning at 7 p.m. Families who wish to attend may meet in person or via Zoom.
The first meeting of the year will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. at Parker Middle School and via Zoom: https://readingpsma.zoom.us/j/89440949482
The PTO has been busy preparing for the students' arrivals on 08/31. Thanks to ongoing support we are able to once again supply each student with a planner that they will receive the first week of school. Please watch your mailbox for a welcome letter that will arrive the week of 08/29 for ways to support the Parker PTO. Save the date for our second annual Cupcake City fundraiser on Thursday, Sept. 22. Details to follow.
Parker PTO & Cupcake City Fundraiser
Who doesn’t love a good cupcake while supporting the Parker PTO? Take advantage of the early release day and head to Cupcake City for a sweet treat. Mention Parker and 20% of all sales will be donated to the PTO.
Everyday Flavors
Hostess ~ Peanut Butter ~Lemon ~ Red Velvet
Signature Chocolate ~ Vanilla ~ Oreo Cookie ~ Salted Caramel
Cupcakes are $3.75 each and gluten-free or vegan cupcakes are $4.25 each. Gluten-free and vegan need to be pre-ordered by September 20th. www.cupcake-city.com
Thursday, Sep 22, 2022, 12:00 PM
Cupcake City, Main Street, Reading, MA, USA
PARKER FAMILY FUN NIGHT!
Parker Middle School PTO presents
PARKER FAMILY FUN
NIGHT!
Lawn Games - Friday, October 14th
From 5-7 p.m.
○ Located outside on Parker Lawn (Gymnasium for inclement weather)
○ All grades and families welcome
*****Families are encouraged to pack picnics. Light refreshments will be served.*****
Resources for Parents
About us
Principal
Mr. Jason Peledge
Assistant Principal
Email: rochelle.rubino@reading.k12.ma.us
Website: https://www.reading.k12.ma.us/parker/
Location: 45 Temple Street, Reading, MA, USA
Phone: 781-944-1236
Twitter: @WSParkerMS