Busy Week Ahead!

We have one busy week going on at Parkwood-Upjohn!

Tuesday, September 22
Open House and PTO Meeting

The Open House starts at 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.  Come see your child’s classroom, find out about the PTO, and sign-up to help out at Hoopla scheduled for November 13.

The PTO will be holding their first meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the gym.  This is a great time to see where you can help make Parkwood awesome!

Wednesday, September 23
Picture Day

Bring out those smiles for picture day!  You can order online at Lifetouch or order forms are available at the school.

Sunday, September 27
5th Grade Golf Fundraiser

This annual event raises funds for 5th grade camp.  We have a great course at The States in Schoolcraft with tee time starting at 11:00 a.m.  Even if you don’t have a team, come on out and we’ll pair you with a team.  We need food as well for the event.  Check out the Parkwood-Upjohn PTO website for more details.

Any questions regarding events can be directed to a PTO member or find information on the Facebook PTO page.

Week One in the Books!

One week down!  School is in session, and we have several events coming up over the next few weeks as school gets into full swing:

September 17 – School Improvement Team   4:15 – 5:15
Parkwood Upjohn Library
The School Improvement Team looks at ways to improve the learning environment at Parkwood.

September 18 – Parent/Teacher Mixer 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. 
Olson House, 230 Garland Street
This is an ADULT ONLY event with a chance to talk to teachers in a more casual setting.  Stop over for a snack and beverage to start your weekend.

September 21 – FIRST DAY OF PEEP!  Welcome!

September 22 – Open House  5:30 – 7:00 p.m.  PTO Meeting @ 7:00 p.m.
This is a chance to see your child’s classroom and learn more about Parkwood.  Stay for the first PTO meeting of the year at 7:00 in the GYM to hear what events are coming up during the school year and how you can be involved in making Parkwood great!

September 23 – PICTURE DAY
Bring out those smiles!

5th Grade Golf Outing – September 27 at States Golf Course
Benefiting 5th Grade Camp (see a 5th grade teacher for more details)

REMINDER:  There was a change in the start and end time this year.  Entry Bell is at 8:44 with Tardy Bell at 8:50 a.m.  Dismissal Bell is 3:50 p.m.  (full day) and 11:58 a.m. (half day).  If your child arrives after 8:50 a.m., you MUST sign them in at the office.  Also, please make sure you pick your child up at the end of the day and not before.  Early dismissals interrupt the learning environment.

More information and upcoming events are on the PTO website at www.ParkwoodUpjohnPTO.com