Park Bulletins
The Park Bulletins email is sent every Thursday highlighting news and events with a link to this Bulletins page. This web page is always here for you — bookmark it and check back often for all-school, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School information.
On this page: All-School, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School news and information.
Join us for a special evening with Civil Rights Activist Sybil Jordan Hampton, Ed.D.
Monday, February 10 • 7 p.m.
The event is part of the Ellen Small Parents’ Association Speaker Series. Free and open to the public.
Educator, scholar, philanthropist Dr. Sybil Jordan Hampton followed in the footsteps of the Little Rock Nine two years after they desegregated Central High School in Little Rock. She on campus during the day speaking with all three divisions. We look forward to welcoming her to campus, and we hope you can join us!
Music, America, and the Power of Art: A Conversation with Wynton Marsalis at The Park School of Baltimore
Tuesday, February 11 • 7 – 8:30 p.m. (More tickets just released!)
A Civil Rights Trip Fundraiser • Tickets: $30 • All proceeds support student participation in the annual Civil Rights Trip for Baltimore high schoolers!
Please join 2025 Park School Resident Scholar Wynton Marsalis for an evening conversation about music, America, and the power of art. Park welcomes Mr. Marsalis to campus for a two-part engagement: his residency in our Upper School, and the open-to-the public speaking engagement on February 11.
Purchase Tickets HERE.
Lunar New Year Celebration
The Lunar New Year Celebration this year will welcome the year of the snake 🐍! Please join us for performances, food from different Asian countries, and various activities — it’s a really fun community-wide celebration! The event will start in the theater and everyone will move to the cafeteria and annex for food and activities. Free for everyone! Friends and family are welcome!
Date: Friday, February 7, 2025
Time: 3:30-5 p.m.
Location: Meyerhoff Theater and Cafeteria
Join the Baltimore County Lynching Memorial Project for a film screening and discussion
The Baltimore County Lynching Memorial Project will be hosting its 6th Annual Community Outreach Forum on February 8, 2025 from 10 a.m. -12:30 p.m. at Park. The in-person, free, public program will include a film screening and discussion as well as community education opportunities.
The highlight of the program will be a screening of the documentary, Shuttlesworth, about the life and times of the Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth. Though perhaps not as well known today as Martin Luther King, Jr., Rev. Shuttlesworth was one of the most important and influential leaders of the civil rights era. King himself called Shuttlesworth, “the most courageous civil rights fighter in the South.”
A post-screening discussion will include Dr. Terry Ann Scott, Director of the Institute for Common Power and author of the acclaimed book, Lynching and Leisure, and T. Marie King, social activist and an Emmy-nominated producer of Shuttlesworth will join the post-screening panel. The Community Forum is free and open to theh public but attendees are urged to register here.
The Park Fund!
The Park Participation Challenge is in the home stretch! Any grade reaching 80% participation in giving by March 14—or the grade with the most gifts—will get to vote on a pizza or ice cream party. Donations can be made online at www.parkschool.net/giving.
Questions? Email Anna Danz, Director of The Park Fund at adanz@parkschool.net.
Family Bingo!
Saturday, February 22
(Rain Date, Saturday, March 1)
Parents! Kids! Grandparents! Alumni! Friends! Neighbors!
Join us for this fun annual event presented by the Parents’ Association. Fabulous prizes and basket raffles! Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
We are in need of vounteers for the event! If you can help out for an hour, please sign up here to volunteer.
Buy Ice Cream! Support our Students!
Today is a great day to order ICE CREAM!
Support the Park Junior/Senior Prom and stock your freezer with the best ice cream in Baltimore. Money raised will help lower the cost of prom tickets, therefore making it accessible for everyone.
Head to the Taharka Brothers website (click school fundraisers, enter ParkSchool for fundraiser code) and choose 8 delicious pints of ice cream to enjoy in the comfort of your own home, keep it all for yourself or share with friends and family. Orders open until February 19 at 11 p.m.
No need to worry about being home for a frozen delivery- Taharka Brothers will drop off at Park School right after BINGO on February 22 from 3-5 p.m. in front of the school/carpool line.
Parents’ Night Out (Adults Only)!
Amazing Glaze
Tuesday, March 4 • 7-9 p.m.
Are you ready to get fired up?! Join us for a Parents’ Night Out on Tuesday, March 4 from 7-9 p.m. at Amazing Glaze, A Paint Your Own Pottery Studio in Mt. Washington. The Parents’ Association will provide the studio fee and you’ll be responsible for purchasing a piece of pottery of your choosing to paint! Enjoy drinks and light refreshments, catch up with old friends, and meet new ones! Let’s get this pottery started!
Register here. Spaces are limited.
Bruins Around the World — Sunday, March 2
We have a new date for our upcoming community-wide event! Bruins Around the World aims to bring our community together to share the cultures, traditions, and heritages that make our community so vibrant and unique. We invite community members to participate by hosting a station where you can showcase aspects of your cultural background. This could include traditional foods, music, art, clothing, or any other elements that represent your family’s heritage!
We will provide tables, linens, and other basic supplies, and community members are welcome to bring any additional decorations or materials to enhance their displays. If finances are a hindrance to participating, please indicate in this survey and we will work with you to ensure you are able to participate. We look forward to celebrating the many cultures that make up the Bruins family!
LET US DO THAT!
Do you need your leaves raked? Maybe your garage, shed, or basement needs cleaning? Do you need help moving furniture as you prepare for the holidays? Do you need child care? Would an elderly parent benefit from a visitor? Maybe you need a pet walked or cared for? Need help gift wrapping?
LET THE UPPER SCHOOL CIVIL RIGHTS TRIP PARTICIPANTS DO IT FOR YOU! RESPOND TO THIS FORM TO TELL US WHAT YOU NEED. All proceeds fund the Civil Rights Trip!
The Park School Store
Looking for some great holiday presents for the Bruins in your house? Check out all the latest BRUINS gear at the Park School Online Store! Park’s online school store offers an easy-to-navigate web page full of Park branded apparel, accessories, home decor, and other Bruins swag for all your Park spirit needs! Pick up your items on campus!
Parents’ Association Swag!
Support the PA and show your Park School Spirit!
Park Magnets, Stickers & Swag
Just added: Bruins Shoe Charms! $5
Express school spirit on your electronic device, water bottle, lunch container, or notebook with custom Park stickers offered by the Parents’ Association! They come in a variety of shapes, styles, and are durable, weatherproof, and dishwasher-safe. Each sticker is approximately 3.5″ x 3.5″. Purchase them individually or get a complete set for a discounted price!
New! Custom Park magnets offered by the Parents’ Association! They, too, come in a variety of shapes, styles, and are durable, weatherproof, and adhere to your car. Each magnet is approximately 3.5″ x 3.5″. Purchase them individually or get a complete set for a discounted price!
And don’t miss out on a limited-edition Park umbrella!
Click HERE for more information!
Lower School Announcements
Dates to Note:
- Lower School In-Person Spring Conferences will be taking place Friday, February 28 and Thursday, March 6.
Early Dismissal/Late Arrivals
For any early dismissal or late arrival updates, please email LSOffice@parkschool.net.
Please plan to come to the Lower School Bus Circle, park, and come in to sign your child in or out at the Lower School Office.
Important Dates
Friday, February 7 – Lunar New Year Celebration
Monday, February 10 – A Conversation with Civil Rights Activist Sybil Jordan Hampton, Ed.D.
Tuesday, February 11 – A Conversation with Wynton Marsalis
Friday, February 14 – SCHOOL CLOSED for Professional Activities Day
Monday, February 17 – SCHOOL CLOSED for Presidents’ Day
Saturday, February 22 – Family Bingo
Friday, February 28 – LOWER SCHOOL CLOSED for Parent Teacher Conferences
Tuesday, March 4 – Parent’s Night Out at Amazing Glaze
Thursday, March 6 – LOWER SCHOOL CLOSED for Parent Teacher Conferences
Monday, March 10 – Park Connects for Grades 3-5
March 17 -25 – SCHOOL CLOSED for Spring Break
Middle School Announcements
Seventh Grade Parent Coffee
Please join us in person on February 20, from 9–10 a.m. for a 7th Grade Parent Coffee. Middle School Dean of Students Shri Puri will share some examples of what your students are currently learning and will lead a conversation about the social, emotional, and academic tensions that permeate the lives of 12 and 13-year-olds.
Lunch
The cafeteria is open from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Here is a link to the menu. You can pay with cash, credit, debit, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or use your student ID number.
Important Dates
Friday, February 7 – Lunar New Year Celebration
Monday, February 10 – A Conversation with Civil Rights Activist Sybil Jordan Hampton, Ed.D.
Tuesday, February 11 – A Conversation with Wynton Marsalis
Friday, February 14 – SCHOOL CLOSED for Professional Activities Day
Monday, February 17 – SCHOOL CLOSED for Presidents’ Day
Thursday, February 20 – 7th Grade Parent Coffee
Saturday, February 22 – Family Bingo
Friday, February 28 – MIDDLE SCHOOL CLOSED for Parent Teacher Conferences
Tuesday, March 4 – Parent’s Night Out at Amazing Glaze
March 7-9 – 8th Grade Production
March 17 -25 – SCHOOL CLOSED for Spring Break
Upper School Announcements
Student Directed Plays! Tonight through this weekend!
Support your fellow students by coming to the Student-Directed Plays!!! The SDPs are four one act plays directed by students that will be taking place in the Meyerhoff theatre tonight, Friday, and Saturday at 7 p.m. each night!! There are no tickets and free admission, hope to see you there!
Student IDs
All students are given a student ID. If you are new to Park, we will take a photo for your ID during orientation. Returning students: if you have lost your ID, please fill out this form so that we can get you a new ID. Please note: we will replace any IDs lost over the summer, but after that, there will be a $5 replacement fee for any lost ID cards during the school year. In order to not incur a charge, this form must be filled out by August 30. Any requests made after August 30 will be charged.
Lunch
The cafeteria is open from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Here is a link to the menu. You can pay with cash, credit, debit, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or use your student ID number.
Reminders
*If you arrive after 8:30 a.m., please sign in at the US desk before going to class. If you need to leave during the day for an appointment, please have a parent email usattendance@parkschool.net and sign out at the US desk before you leave.
ATTENDANCE: If you are sick or late to school or must leave for an appointment, please have your parents contact the school at usattendance@parkschool.net or 410-339-4175. Any time you come or go from campus between 8:30 and 3:00, be sure to sign in/sign out at the Upper School front desk.
EARLY DISMISSAL: Students are not to dismiss themselves. Please have a parent email usattendance@parkschool.net or call 410-339-4175 if you need to leave early.
Important Dates
Friday, February 7 – Lunar New Year Celebration
Monday, February 10 – A Conversation with Civil Rights Activist Sybil Jordan Hampton, Ed.D.
Tuesday, February 11 – A Conversation with Wynton Marsalis
Friday, February 14 – SCHOOL CLOSED for Professional Activities Day
Monday, February 17 – SCHOOL CLOSED for Presidents’ Day
Saturday, February 22 – Family Bingo
Tuesday, March 4 – Parent’s Night Out at Amazing Glaze
Thursday, March 6 – 9-12th Grade Park Connects
March 17 -25 – SCHOOL CLOSED for Spring Break
