The McKelvey Messenger
May 21, 2021
Looking Ahead
5/24 - Distance learning for in-person students
5/24-28 - Character Council service project
5/25-5/26 - Virtual book & supply return 4:30-6:00pm
5/26 - 5th grade student vs. staff kickball game
5/31- Memorial Day - No School
6/3 - Last Day of School - half day (details below)
A Note from Mrs. Lackey
We are so proud of the continued hard work of our students and staff as the school year is drawing to a close. They are plugging away, learning like crazy and taking assessments that will celebrate their growth this year. We hope you have time to enjoy the summer-like weather with loved ones this weekend.
Kiara
#seeksilverlinings #mckproud #finishstrong
Last Day of School 6/3 - Half Day for Students
In-Person at McKelvey - school ends at 1:05pm
- No backpacks, please!
- Lunch will be served. Students may bring from home; the only Parkway choice is a turkey sandwich sack lunch.
All classes will be watching a pre-recorded Awards Assembly presentation on this day. We can't wait to celebrate this unforgettable year!
Celebrating Mrs. Boling!
Upcoming 5th Grade Celebrations
- May 26 - Student vs. Staff Kickball Game - students only may attend (rain date-May 28) - parents may join us virtually by registering for the Zoom webinar HERE.
- June 2 - Virtual 5th Grade Graduation - 1:45-2:30 on Zoom
*Due to Zoom capacity limitations, invitations with the Zoom link will be shared directly with families via email. If families choose to experience the event together, a recording will also be shared.
Virtual Student Supply Return, Spirit Wear & Yearbooks!
HAPPENING THIS WEEK!
Tuesday May 25 & Wednesday May 26 from 4:30-6:00 pm will be the final return of:
- All leveled classroom books
- McKelvey Library Books
- Math manipulatives
Basic school supplies, math workbooks, etc. are yours to keep!
*PTO will also have a table for Spirit Wear and Yearbook pick-up!*
June 3 (2-6pm) and June 4 (8am-4pm) - K-4 ONLY Technology (hot spots) and Chromebook returns must occur when the school year has completely ended. *PLEASE NOTE THE EXTENDED HOURS ON JUNE 3.
*If your student is attending summer school or moving from 5th to 6th grade in Parkway, they will keep their Chromebook. Hotpots will need to be returned to the school. A new hot spot will be sent to you at the beginning of the school year from technology.
Kindergarten 21-22 Update
- July 26 & 27 - Kindergarten Screening - Sign-Up Genius coming soon via e-blast to registered families
- August 16 - 3:00-4:00pm Kindergarten Welcomed Event: Meet the Teacher & Supply Drop
Click HERE for a virtual tour of McKelvey's Primary Center, a brand new home to McKelvey kindergarten and 1st grade classes in 2021-22.
Character Council is collecting school supply donations
Please note: You do not have to buy supplies. You are welcome to donate supplies your child did not use or barely used this past year.
*Virtual - there will be a donation box outside the main entrance on May 24th for students to drop off new/gently used supplies. Donations can also be made during book and supply return on the 25th and 26th.
*In Person - there will be donation bins in the front hallway and by the car riders door for students to drop off their supplies as they enter the building the week of May 25-28.
Counselors' Corner
Parents/Guardians,
Are you looking for summer activities for your child(ren)? Below are some options you may be interested in.
Various activities and camps found here
These nearby organizations offer summer programming for children:
Please continue to contact us with questions and concerns by using the Counselor Connection Form. Some helpful resources are listed below.
Resources:
Emergency Resources:
911
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
Behavioral Health Response Crisis Line: 1-800-811-4760
Saint Louis Crisis Nursery: 314-768-3201
Salvation Army: 211 (mortgage, utility bills, clothing, medication bills, etc.)
Mrs. Roth, Mrs. Lescher, & Miss Kerlin
McKelvey School Counselors
Nurse's Notes
Wow, the end of the school year is just a week away.
Just a reminder to all families of students with medication at school. This needs to be picked up by an adult before the last day of school and we cannot send any medication home with your child.
Please call me if you have any questions and have a wonderful long weekend!
Jane L. Sinnott, BSN, RN, NCSN
Nationally Certified School Nurse
Office: 314-415-6510
Parkway Virtual Art Show
As many of you know, we traditionally host a large in-person art show at Queeny Park featuring some of the artwork our students have created throughout the year. We created a small virtual art show featuring some of the artwork that our students across the district have created this year.
The art show at the end of the year is always a great reflection of what our students were able to create or accomplish this year. I hope you are able to take some time and look through some of the amazing work our students created CLICK HERE. On display from 5/14/2020 to 6/7/2020
Parkway Summer School
Registration is open for two of Parkway's most popular summer transition programs. Jumpstart to Kindergarten and Welcome to Middle School will be held August 2-6, 2021 and classes fill fast! CLICK HERE to get started.
For complete information about Parkway's Summer offerings for 2021, please visit the complete summer school site.
Family Resource Section
ATTENDANCE LINE: 314-415-6525
*report child's name, teacher, and reason for absence
CALENDARS:
Parkway 2020-2021 Academic Calendar (rev. 8/19)
K-12 In-Person Second Semester Calendar (Parkway)
Virtual ABCD Specials Rotation
In-Person ABCD Specials Rotation
HEALTH:
What to do if... Quarantine Guidance for Families
TECHNOLOGY:
Parkway's Video Resource Library
Getting Started with Chromebooks (Youtube)
More Tips and Tricks for your Chromebook (Youtube)
Welcome to Your Chromebook (Doc)
Chromebook Registration & Insurance (recommended for grades 3-11)
About Us
Email: klackey@parkwayschools.net
Website: https://www.parkwayschools.net/mckelvey
Location: Maryland Heights, MO, USA
Phone: (314) 415-6500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mckelveyelementaryschool
Twitter: @McKelveydragons