Annual PTA Events
September
Back to School BBQ Potluck
Tea and Tissues
This informal gathering happens on the first day of school. It provides an opportunity for parents of Kindergartners (and anyone else!) who would like a little support as they send their youngster off for their first day of school.
PTA General Meeting
Following curriculum night please join us in the library to learn more about the Parkwood PTA and how you can be involved. Everyone welcome!
Picture Day
Game Night – Natural Leaders
Parkwood P.A.C.K. Pizza Night
D.O.G.S. stands for “Dads of Great Students” and we welcome all dads, grandpas, uncles and other father figures to come see what this wonderful program is all about. More information can also be found here.
October
Curriculum Night
The school hosts an evening for parents to talk with their child’s teacher, see their child’s classroom, and most importantly learn what they will be studying that year and what the expectations are for student and parents.
PTA Board Meeting at Ridgecrest Pub
Everyone is welcome. Please join us to learn how you can help the PTA make Parkwood a better place!
5th Grade Camp
All 5th grade students attend Outdoor Education Camp. Parkwood students attend Camp Seymour, an excellent facility in Gig Harbor, WA.
Reflections
Reflections is a National PTA arts recognition program that helps students explore their own thoughts, feelings, and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence, and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful not only in school but in life.
Fall Fundraiser – Direct Ask
November
Early Release for Conferences
Family Carnival & Dance
PTA Meeting (Virtual)
Veteran’s Day Assembly
No School – Veteran’s Day
No school, Happy Thanksgiving!
December
Winter Sing Along Assembly
No School Winter Break
January
PTA Board Meeting
Everyone is welcome. Please join us to learn how you can help the PTA make Parkwood a better place!
Martin Luther King, Jr. Assembly
MLK Jr. Day, No School
February
No School Mid-Winter Break
March
PTA Board Meeting in the Flex Room
Everyone is welcome. Please join us to learn how you can help the PTA make Parkwood a better place!
Golden Acorn & Outstanding Educator Awards
These are PTA awards that recognize outstanding volunteer service to Parkwood and to recognize outstanding contributions by teachers and staff.
Volunteer Breakfast
April
PTA Board Meeting
Everyone is welcome. Please join us to learn how you can help the PTA make Parkwood a better place!
World Night
World Nights is a celebration of the diversity of cultures at Parkwood. Everyone is invited to bring a favorite cultural or family dish and there is a variety of cultural entertainment and decorations.
No School Spring Break
May
Teacher & Staff Appreciation,
Each year, the first full week of May is national teacher appreciation week. At Parkwood we treat our teachers & staff with a special something each day of the week to show our appreciation. Check your backpack mail for details.
Instrumental Year-End Concert
during the school day – Move-A-Thon
Each year the school hosts a Move-A-Thon on Halloween during school hours to get the kids up and moving and to raise money for field trips and teacher projects. Please keep an eye out for pledge forms in your child’s backpack mail.
PTA Board Meeting
Everyone is welcome. Please join us to learn how you can help the PTA make Parkwood a better place!
Talent Show, Silent Auction & Basket Raffle
Parkwood has TONS of talent and our annual talent show provides an opportunity for children to sing, to dance, put on a skit, play an instrument, etc. It is always loads of fun! Leading up to our annual talent show, the PTA hosts its spring fundraiser, a silent auction and basket raffle! A fun way to find some great treasures!
No School Memorial Day
June
Parkwood Yearbook Sales
A group of dedicated parents is working hard each year to produce a yearbook gathering the photographic memories from the school year. The yearbook is available for purchase toward the end of the school year in May/June and more likely than not your student will want a copy.\
Cruise into Summer School Dance
Come dressed to boogie in your best cruise attire at the Parkwood Family Dance. Hula Hoop contest! Photo booth! Pizza and snacks for sale! Fun Activities! Admission is free, but students must be accompanied by their grown up at all times.
PTA Meeting
Last Day Assembly and Early Release at 11:15 a.m.