Friday
Announcements: January 17, 2003
Dear Parker Families,
"We won! We won! We actually won! Hey Anthony…. Can you believe that?" Even if I had wanted to block out the sound of that particular entrance to the school building on Tuesday evening at about 6:45, I would not have been able to do so. Sitting around the conference table in the Principal’s office in the thick of a Finance Committee meeting, my attention was immediately taken by the jubilance and amazement and pride of that basketball player, and then by the chorus of voices as the teammates swarmed in the hall to relive their moment. There was a great story being committed to a collective memory, being cemented through a shared re-telling in the archive of their team. I wasn’t part of the story, but I won’t forget the feeling of being witness to this energy.
Students have said, through the recent survey regarding Athletics at Parker, that they play sports for the experience of being part of a team, collaborating for a common goal, physical fitness and healthy living, and to experience healthy competition. While its true that winning is an important goal for team members, it is within the context of learning, building skill, and practicing the rules of fair play that winning is meaningful to Parker students. The real meaning of the moment in the hallway the other night resides somewhere deep inside the confluence of all that "stuff"; that moment was about getting something right, about putting it all together and finding that interdependence and hard work, and a sense of direction and hope could lead to an undeniable sense of accomplishment.
As a school, we’re deep into the season of hard work and the potential for great things to happen. Division 1 students completed gateways this week with their classmates, teachers, and family members bearing witness to the growth and accomplishments of the past two years. Division 2 students will gateway next week in three domains, and will take their places in Division 3 classes beginning the following Monday. Seniors are preparing to dig into the homestretch of their high school experience, beginning internships, structuring release time, and mining their last courses for the final pieces of work to be accepted for graduation portfolios. All around the school there’s a heightened sense of collective support and of mutual congratulation. We are forging another chapter in our community where we publicly acknowledge and celebrate the accomplishments of our students and the support and energy they have received from those who witness their victories.
The life of our school relies on so many intricate interconnections among and between students and teachers and families. Candid conversations about student progress, conferences that squarely assess student goals and achievements, identify struggles and attach possibilities to help students address and overcome those struggles are part of the everyday life of our school. Collections of experiences about the different ways gateways can look, different shapes for projects and other demonstrations of mastery, and exploring the range of student achievement are essential aspects of our work together. We’re in the heart of our academic year, and it’s hard work. Students are clustering in hallways to plan presentations, rehearse or debrief important schoolwork, and prepare for what’s next. This is what our school looks like these days: something between the intensity of a game without a clock and the sustained rigor of a long, important practice.
It’s easy to tell who wins in a basketball game- the numbers say it all. There’s a blissful simplicity in that. And yet there’s something a scoreboard inevitably leaves out of its verdict. There’s a chance that the hard line of a final score can’t communicate the spirit with which the students played, or the obstacles they overcame to even reach the floor. As we gather these days to celebrate the academic achievements of our students, we enter the arena already knowing the score.
We win. We win!
Here’s to a warm and wonderful weekend,
Teri Schrader
Principal
Mini-Grant Application Form
Please return to the PEF Box in the office by Monday, February 3
Dear Parker Community,
The PEF Board will be meeting soon to distribute funds from the recent holiday bazaar and other fundraising activities. If you have an idea for enriching the education of students at Parker, please fill out this form and return to the Parker office. Questions? Call Maryellen Grady 978-486-4064 or Joan Shankle 978-779-6301. Please remember to obtain Teri Shrader’s signature prior to submitting this to the PEF.
Name: __________________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________
Daytime Phone: __________ Evening Phone: __________
Project Title: ___________________________________________________________
Co-Sponsors (if any):______________________________________________________
A Brief Description of the Project and Benefit to Parker Students: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Total Amount Requested: _______________________
(Please attach an itemized budget for projects over $500 including 3 different estimates if applicable.)
Adjustments that can be made if project is not fully funded: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
If this grant is awarded it is expected that the recipients upon completion will provide a written report or other tangible demonstration of how the grant money was used and the benefits to the Parker School.
If funded, I (we) agree to carry out the goals of this project in accordance with the description and budget contained in this application or in accordance with any adjustment which is subsequently approved by the PEF. In the event that we do not carry out this project for whatever reason, we agree to account for and return all unused funds to the PEF forthwith.
Sponsors Signatures: __________________ __________________ _______________
__________________ __________________ _________________
Principal’s Signature (Required): __________________
Please add other sheets as necessary.
Attention Families of Students New to Parker!
Since your child is attending the Parker Charter School, a decision was made by your family to not have your child attend the local public high school in your town of residence. As a parent of a seventh grader at Parker, I too have chosen to associate with a school setting different than what is available in Acton, where I live.
I am a graduate student in the field of education at Antioch New England Graduate School, (Keene, NH.), and am interested in why families make such a choice and once they do, what experiences unfold for them and their child as the school year progresses. To begin collecting data for my project, I will be mailing out parent surveys early next week.
I hope you will take some time to express your thoughts by answering the survey and returning it to me as soon as possible. I greatly appreciate your participation. I will be sharing my findings with staff at Parker as they are always interested in what can be done to make each student's transition to this school community a smooth and successful one. I look forward to reading your comments. Debbie Kay
Early College Planning Night for
Parents of Students in
Division I and II and Parents of Juniors
Scott Prince, Senior Staffer of the Massachusetts Educational Finance Authority will deliver a wealth of information about Financial Planning for College.
Please take advantage of this opportunity and learn about Financial Planning for College.
When: Wednesday, February 5th from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Parker School
(snow date February 12th, same time)
This event is offered every three years, so please plan to join us.
Reminder
P.E.F. Board Meeting is at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 11, 2003.
Please watch for more information in Friday Announcements
COMING SOON
January, 2003
Monday, 1/20 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday - no school
Tuesday, 1/21 - Athletic Advisory Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. in Room 1
Tuesday, 1/21 - Jazz Band Concert at 7:00 p.m., musicians arrive at 6:30 p.m.
CALENDAR
PLEASE MARK THESE DATES! (Subject to change)
January, 2003
Tuesday, 1/21 - Athletic Advisory Council meeting at 7:00 p.m. in Room 1
Tuesday, 1/21 - Jazz Band Concert at 7:00 p.m., musicians arrive at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, 1/22 - Spaghetti Dinner presented by JohnBo’s Travel Group from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, 1/26 - Enrollment Information Session (1:00 –4:00 p.m.) (Snow date: Sunday, February 2)
Tuesday, 1/28 - School pictures using LifeTouch Studios
Tuesday, 1/28 - Parker Matters Parenting Series – "Food Fight!" from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
February, 2003
Wednesday, 2/5 - Early College Planning Night from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Thursday, 2/6 - Health Advisory Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m. in Room 1
Tuesday, 2/11 - P.E.F. Board Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Friday, 2/14 - Gateway Celebration from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. and Early Release (1:30 p.m. dismissal)
Monday, 2/17 - President’s Day - no school
Tuesday, 2/18 – Friday, 2/21 - Winter Recess
Tuesday, 2/25 - Parker Matters Parenting Series – "Party’s At Our House!" from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
March, 2003
Monday, 3/3 - Parent Forum
Tuesday, 3/11 - Trustees Meeting @ 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, 3/12 - Spring PLP Conference Day (no classes)
Tuesday, 3/25 - Parker Matters Parenting Series – "Didn’t I Already Finish High School?" from 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
April, 2003
Tuesday, 4/1 - Parent Forum
18 - Early Release (noon dismissal)
21 - 25 - Spring Recess
29 - Trustees Meeting @ 7:00 p.m.
Thank You!!!
Thank you to the family of Amy Williamson and other anonymous donors for snacks for the Nurse’s Office! They are greatly appreciated!
Help!!!
Wanted: Thoughtful individuals to talk about their religious faith. Jim Nehring and Katie Oliviero are looking for followers of various faith traditions to speak to their Division Three World Religions class sometime during the spring semester. We are looking for followers/practitioners of Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Islam, Christianity, and Judaism who could speak honestly about their faith and answer student questions. If you are interested in exploring this possibility or know someone who might be, please contact either of us at jim@parker.org or katieo@parker.org .
Thank you!
Chaperones needed for a field trip with the junior class to tour the University of Massachusetts Amherst and Hampshire College (both) on January 29th. Please contact Sue Whalley if you'd like to join us for a fun and informative adventure! swhalley@parker.org or 978-772-3293
We are in need of VHS blank tapes again, if you can help us with this we would be most grateful.
DIVISION III UPDATE
Classes are winding down for the end of the semester, (Friday, January 24), so you should see students working on final projects and final revisions for their classes at this point. Second semester begins Monday, January 27. Students have their new schedules at this point, so we encourage you to ask them about what they will be taking next semester. You can find a full listing of course descriptions and the schedule on the Div 3 portion of the Parker website (
www.parker.org). We will not have class updates for this week or next week given the imminent close of these classes.On Wednesday, January 29, Division Three students will be operating under a special schedule. Juniors will be attending a college trip to UMASS Amherst and Hampshire College with Sue Whalley and some parent volunteers. We recommend this trip for all juniors, even if these two specifics colleges do not interest them, as it allows them to get a sense of what college looks like and what one does when touring a campus. Juniors all have permission slips with more details for you. Please return them as soon as possible. On this same day, seniors will be given a release day to work on their senior projects. All seniors will be required to submit a proposal for how they will spend this day (e.g., doing interviews, visiting a necessary research site, going to the library, working out internship details, etc.) and then be required to show evidence of thoughtful use of this day on Thursday. We will be seeking parental signatures on these release plans so that you will know where you student plans to be. Any juniors or senior who will not be participating in the two plans above will be expected to be at school, in a dedicated work/study room for the day.
As of Monday, 1/27, Juniors are eligible for off campus privileges. The forms that parents need to sign (as well as a description of the program) are on their way home. A student must have parental permission to leave campus during school hours, and it is your prerogative as to whether you wish to grant your child these privileges or not.
ARTS & HUMANITIES (AH) UPDATE
Division I A/H
Congratulations to all mid-year gatewayers - Kyle Reeves, Chris Reeves, Pearl Jurist-Schoen, Ted Sisk, Chris Hill, Sasha White, Tom Sullivan, Paul Conant, David Mann, Shelley Danko, Emily Lindbeck and Mireille Nollet!
Classes are continuing their journey through South African history and Somehow Tenderness Survives while also taking some time to reflect on the first half of the year and their portfolios.
Students should also be reading their South Africa choice book - their written assignment on the book is due Monday, January 27.
Division II A/H
Students this week continue their research papers. After much hard work, final drafts are due on Tuesday, January 21. We finished the week with a look at the "I Have a Dream" speech, and we hope all have a restful and thoughtful weekend. Next week students will culminate the unit by developing a reflective group oral presentation. We commend everyone on their hard work and diligence – enjoy the weekend!
MATH, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (MST) UPDATE
Division I MST
This week, as with last week, our MST classes have been investigating weather indicators and the atmospheric factors that create them. Division I students have been investigating weather relationships using data from their weather journal, which each student has been filling with data for almost one month, now.
Challenge of the Week (COW) #9 is called the weather journal and requires of students that they demonstrate an understanding of the measures of central tendency ("averages") by analyzing temperature data and the data describing a weather relationship of their choice (see list of ten choices on purple COW handout). This COW is due today, Friday, January 17th.
As we approach the end of the semester students and parents should note that there are various ways that we measure students' satisfactory progress. They include: the demonstration of habits of learning, especially collaboration, organization, attentiveness, and involvement; the timely completion of assignments at the minimum level of "just
beginning/approaches" for 7th graders and "approaches/meets" for 8th graders; the practice of regularly revising work that is not at an appropriate level; and, of course, the respectful treatment of others. This might be a good time of year to review the student's Personal Learning Plan (PLP) at home to recall those practical strategies that will help ensure their progress.
Division II MST
Oceanography and Erosion classes are flowing along! In erosion, we have focused on two of the four main types of erosion, these being glaciers and water. In Oceanography, students made wave tanks and looked at the effect of erosion on beaches, as well as how the moon effects the tides. Students will be working on in-class projects all of next week. These will be presented Monday January 27th, the start of the new semester. Students should be working on both Math and Science revisions.
SPANISH UPDATE
Melodie's classes have been working with a Puerto Rican salsa song called "Prepara" - practicing verb conjugations, asking questions about the 'characters' in the song, and doing a Listening Project.
Margarita's 7th grade students are learning vocabulary related to body parts. They are writing descriptions of each other using their recently learned active vocabulary.
Margarita's 8th grade students have completed a listening project using an authentic piece of "Salsa" music. Students will begin the preterit tense and watch a movie in Spanish entitled "Nueva York".
David's students have just completed an authentic listening project based on the "Salsa" song "Prepara". Students will begin to view a Spanish movie entitled "Nueva York".
Damara's students have just completed an authentic listening project based on the "Salsa" song "Prepara". Students will begin to view a Spanish movie entitled "Nueva York". Students have begun a grammar unit on the preterit tense. Students must complete their diary log for Tuesday!
Dharma's students had a dance experience of merengue to learn what they would be dancing in the crowds of Santo Domingo. Many samples of Latin music and Dominican music were played so kids could define and compare.
*Next week there will be another assessment, based on a visual aid.
*Cultural journals on the Dominican Republic were due after nearly four weeks of work.
Emily's Division II students completed grammar work on the preterit tense and are moving ahead to the future tense.
Emily's Division III students are looking more at "Salome's" poems are they continue to read.
WELLNESS UPDATE
Alan’s Wellness Classes
In Alan's classes, students worked on their substances project in the library. Due to cold weather, we stayed inside on Tuesday instead of sledding and most classes viewed part of the movie "28 Days". This movie is about the story of a woman who ends up in rehab due to her abuse of alcohol. We will finish this film next week and follow up with discussion questions. On Thursday, students continued play with prisoner dodge-ball.
Also, I am looking for parent volunteers who may be able to assist with cross-country skiing on Tuesday or Thursday. Please contact me if you would consider this.
Deborah’s Wellness Classes
This week in Deborah's classes we are continuing our basketball module, some students are organizing into teams, others are developing their skills. Tuesdays have become an opportunity for students to pick up a game of ping-pong or spend the time getting some work done. This has worked out well. Thursday, students returned to the library to continue their work on the substance unit research projects.
Colin’s Wellness Classes
This week is in Colin's Wellness classes, we continued to enjoy the snow with sledding on Thursday. On Friday we played floor hockey for the first time this winter. Next week on Thursday we will take a break from the cold, and play floor hockey in the gym, and continue with basketball on Friday at the sports arena.
Katie’s Wellness Classes
This week in Katie's Wellness class we spent our Health class researching the group substance use projects in the Library. The students are progressing well on these projects and should start to plan out their project presentations which will occur in February. Next week we will be using the movie "28 Days" as a text to explore some of the intricacies and implications of addiction.
FROM THE NURSE’S OFFICE
The Nurse’s Office is in need of tissues, cough drops, throat lozenges and saltine crackers to handle the demands of the cold and flu season. Thanks for anything you can donate!
Until we get the food service program at Parker in full operation, snack items for forgotten lunches would also be appreciated. Thanks for your support!
FROM THE HEALTH ADVISORY COUNCIL
A Reminder: The next HAC meeting is scheduled for February 6, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. in Room 1. Agenda items will include an overview of the Wellness Sexuality Education Unit, an update on the pilot program for the school’s new food service program and a discussion concerning "competitive foods" offered at Parker. A reminder that all community members are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact Mary Ann Gapinski at the school.
FROM THE ATHLETIC ADVISORY COUNCIL
A Reminder: The initial meeting of the newly formed Athletic Advisory Council (AAC) is scheduled for Tuesday, January 21st at 7:00 p.m. in Room 1. The mission of this group, facilitated by Parker Athletic Director, Ben Benoit and Wellness Athletic Liaison, Alan Laubenstein is to review issues and concerns of the after school athletic program at Parker. The agenda will include a discussion surrounding the development of a mission statement for the athletic program, a look at potential fundraising, and time to address other issues and concerns. It is hoped that a parent representative from every Parker sport team including soccer, cross-country, basketball, skiing, baseball, softball and track and field would attend this meeting. We have a strong, developing program and need to address the issues that result from such expansion. Your input is appreciated. If you are interested in joining this group, but cannot attend this initial meeting, contact either Ben or Alan at the school.
FROM THE TRANSITION OFFICE
The Junior Class will be venturing out to U. Mass Amherst and Hampshire College on Wednesday, January 29th from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. The purpose of the trip is to introduce students to a very large, public university and a small, private and non-traditional school. Students will gain an understanding about how to "view" schools in general and the kinds of
questions to ask when they tour schools. This should help them prepare for the visits they will be doing on their own this spring, summer and next fall.
We are invited to formal tours of both schools and an information session at each.
The cost of the trip will be $15, and students will need to bring lunch because there may be no time to stop for this during this busy day. Financial Aid is available through Mary Ann Gapinski or Sue Whalley.
Permission slips have been distributed and will need to be returned by next Friday to the student's advisor. Please email me with any questions or concerns: swhalley@parker.org .
Would anyone like to come along? We still need a few chaperones!
UPDATE ON SPORTS
Schedule beginning Wednesday, January 20, 2003
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Boys Varsity |
No school |
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Girls Varsity |
No school |
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Boys MS |
No school |
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Girls JV |
No school |
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Girls MS |
No school |
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| Tuesday, 1/21 |
Boys Varsity |
Practice |
Job Corp |
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3:30 |
5:30 at JC |
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Girls Varsity |
Home vs. S. Lancaster |
SA |
2:45 |
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3:30 |
5:00 at SA |
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Boys MS |
Away vs. Notre Dame |
See website |
2:20 |
2:30 |
3:30 |
6:45 at school |
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Girls JV |
Practice |
School |
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3:30 |
5:00 at school |
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Girls MS |
Away vs. Notre Dame |
See website |
2:20 |
2:30 |
3:30 |
6:45 at school |
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| Wednesday, 1/22 |
Boys Varsity |
Home vs. S. Lancaster |
SA |
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3:30 |
5:00 at SA |
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Girls Varsity |
Practice |
SA |
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1:30 |
3:00 at SA |
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Boys MS |
Practice |
School |
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1:30 |
3:30 at school |
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Girls JV |
No Practice |
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Girls MS |
No Practice |
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| Thursday, 1/23 |
Boys Varsity |
Home vs. Essex |
SA |
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2:45 |
3:30 |
5:00 at SA |
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Girls Varsity |
Away vs. Essex |
See website |
2:05 |
2:15 |
5:00 |
7:15 at school |
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Boys MS |
Away vs. Carlisle |
See website |
2:20 |
2:30 |
3:30 |
6:30 at school |
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Girls JV |
Away vs. Essex |
See website |
2:05 |
2:15 |
3:30 |
7:15 at school |
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Girls MS |
Away vs. Carlisle |
See website |
2:20 |
2:30 |
3:30 |
6:30 at school |
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| Friday, 1/24 |
Boys Varsity |
Away vs. Lowell Catholic |
See website |
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5:45 |
7:00 |
9:00 at school |
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Girls Varsity |
Practice |
SA |
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3:30 |
5:00 at SA |
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Boys MS |
Practice |
SA |
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3:30 |
5:00 at SA |
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Girls JV |
Practice |
SA |
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3:30 |
5:00 at SA |
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Girls MS |
Practice |
School |
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3:30 |
5:00 at school |
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| Saturday, 1/25 |
Girls JV |
Practice |
School |
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9:00AM |
10:30 at school |
SA = Sports Arena JC = Job Corps DFC = Devens Fitness Center
Website:
www.parker.orgAthletic Policy Reminder:
All student-athletes are ineligible to practice/play until the following two criteria have been met:
Parent/Guardian has completed the Sports Health Information/Release Form and turned it in to Mary Ann.
Student has a current physical exam (within the past 12 months) on file with Mary Ann.
There are likely to be some scheduling changes during the season from the Game Schedules handed out. Please stay tuned to the coaches and Friday announcements for any changes.
The $150 Sports User Fee is due now for the winter season.
FROM THE SCHOOL MANAGER
Information about School Photographs
School pictures will be taken on Tuesday, January 28. We will be using LifeTouch Studios. Watch for more information next week!
Applications for private schools and special programs: When Parker students apply for admission to a private school or special program, we receive requests for transcripts, letters of recommendation, and copies of assessments. We ask that you help us by following the following process:
Please allow four weeks for Parker School to complete and mail the materials requested. If you are applying to more than one school or program, please have all the forms and envelopes ready at the same time, if possible.
If individual teachers must write and mail recommendations, please ask those teachers if they are willing and able to write a recommendation. Provide a stamped, addressed business-size envelope for each individual recommendation. Fill in your name, address, and any other requested information on the recommendation form. Remember to give the teacher at least four weeks to complete this task. Each private school has different requirements for mailing recommendations so please read the directions carefully. If the recommendations are all to be mailed together from Parker, please list for us the teachers whom you have asked.
You must sign any transcript request and fill in all requested information. Bring all materials to the Parker office addressed to the attention of Pat Tuzzolo, school manager. Include $5.00 per application for our printing and mailing costs. We will supply the proper envelope for mailing the transcript and other school materials.
Sibling Applications
DON’T FORGET!! It is that time of year again when we need to have application forms submitted from the siblings of current students who will be considering the Parker School in September, 2002. These application forms are due back in the office before Monday, February 4, 2002. Please call or stop by the office to pick up a blank form. Siblings are welcome to attend an Information Session but this is not a requirement.
Information Sessions
The next and last Information Session will be on Sunday, January 26 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. We would love to have some parent help especially from parents of 7th graders as well as parents of students who started at the Parker School in grade 9. We also need donations of juice, cookies and crackers. Please contact Pat if you can help.
pat@parker.orgDriver’s Education with Mike’s Auto School
Cindy Paradise from Mike’s Auto School will be starting Driver’s Education classes again beginning on Wednesday, February 26, 2003 from 1:45 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and will continue until Wednesday, May 21. You must be 16 years old by March 1, 2003. The total cost of the 10-week course is $340.00 due on Wednesday, February 26, 2003. Please pay Mike’s Auto School by banker’s check, money order or cash only, no personal checks will be accepted. There will be no classes on Wednesday, March 12 or Wednesday, April 23, 2003. Please sign up on the bulletin board outside the front office.
CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
American Math Competitions 10 and 12 - Wednesday, February 26
It is time for the American Mathematics Competitions, AMC 10 and 12. These national competitions are open to ALL students. They are designed to encourage students with interests in mathematics, as well as provide opportunities to recognize high-achieving students across the country. The actual competition takes place on Wednesday, February 26, during Choice Block and NAT. For more information, visit the AMC website:
http://www.unl.edu/amc/
The Francis W. Parker Charter School
Jazz Band Concert
Tuesday, January 21 at 7:00 p.m.
The Parker School Jazz Band have been practicing hard for their concert on Tuesday, January 21 at 7:00 p.m., be sure to mark it on your calendar, they sound great and we look forward to seeing you there.
Parker Jazz musicians please make sure to arrive at Parker by 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, 1/21.
MISCELLANEOUS
From the Kitchen
Lunch last week went really well, with 70 students and staff enjoying a great bowl of chili, cornbread, salad and blondies. We have our permit in hand from the Board of Health, and can now officially serve the entire school! Menus for Friday’s lunch will be posted outside the school in time for Thursday afternoon carpool pick-up. While we are in our pilot program, from now until February break, prices will be set a la carte, and may be subject to change.
Volunteers are still needed on Fridays to work in the kitchen from 9:00 – 3:00 p.m. Please email Karen at
karenh@parker.org to volunteer. There will be no lunch-truck available on Fridays when lunch is sold in the cafeteria.
Parker / Wachusett Ski Program has begun!
The ski program began on Thursday, January 9th and will run for six weeks. If school is canceled, skiing is also canceled. In the event of poor weather or other events that require cancellation, notice will be posted at the Parker School Office by 11:00 AM on the day in question and an email will be sent to the "Parker School List Server". If a cancellation occurs, it is the responsibility of the parent to arrange pick-up of the student and his/her equipment, at the end of the school day. Makeup sessions will be scheduled later in the season if cancellations occur.
Departure and Return Times
The bus will leave Parker promptly at 3:40 PM. It will be the students’ responsibility to get their equipment and themselves onto the bus quickly after school. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each trip and verified before returning. No notice is required if a student is unable to attend for any reason. But any student who fails to make the bus
on time will be assumed to have canceled, and will be required to make his/her own alternative arrangements to get home.
The bus will leave Wachusett Mountain for the return trip to Parker at 8:00 PM sharp. The buses will arrive at the Parker School at 8:30 PM.
The school will not be open, so please - be on time (8:30 p.m.) when picking-up your student!
You’re are invited to the
Perfect Pasta Party!!!!!
On January 22nd in Parkers very own exquisitely decorated Cafetorium.
The stunning culinary excellence of John Bo’s travel group will be served from 5:00pm-8:00pm, for the mere price of $5 in advance, and $7 at the door. The family cap will be $20.
Please join us and support our travels (to find out where we are going, you must attend!). Bring your family and friends for a night of spectacular cuisine.
We Hope to See Everyone There!!!
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Perfect Pasta Party Ticket Order Form
Return this form to John Bo’s mailbox or the office.
Name:________________ Student’s Name___________________
Student’s Advisor:_________________
Number of Tickets:__
Total Price ($5 x # of tickets, $20 family cap): _____
Please make all checks out to The Parker School, memo: John Bo’s Travel Group.
Division 3
Valentine's Day Winter Semi-Formal
February 7th, 7:30-10:30
~At Parker~
$7- this includes a free food and beverage bar!
*Out of School Guests Welcome*
Guests tickets must be bought in advance from Pat
(Don't forget their permission slips - must have written parents consent
and an emergency contact #)
Help Us Raise Money For Your Prom!
PARKER VOLUNTEER HOURS
Please include the hours you donated during the month of ________________, your help is invaluable. Thank you.
Parent’s Name: _____________________________________________ Month: ___________________
(Please print)
Child’s Name: _____________________________________________ Advisor: __________________
(Please print)
Activity: __________________________________________________ Hours: ____________________
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May, 2003
23 - Early Release (noon dismissal)
26 - Memorial Day - no school
Friday, 5/30 - Parent Forum
Friday, 5/30 - Community Potluck Supper
June, 2003
11 - Noon dismissal – Graduation, 6:00 p.m.
17 - Trustees Meeting @ 7:00 p.m.
24 - Last Day of Classes (or earlier)
25 - 27 - Faculty Work Days (or earlier)