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 informationAll School Announcements
Kinetic Sculpture Race
Come root for Park’s entry to the Annual Kinetic Sculpture Race this Saturday, May 2, starting and ending at the American Visionary Arts Museum. Our entry this year is called Hundred Acre Wood and is a Winnie the Pooh-themed sculpture! Click the link below to see the schedule for the day and come have some fun!
See all of the details and the race map HERE.
Upper School Service Projects
Food Drive!
We need your help! We are Park Meals Matter, a student-led organization dedicated to fighting hunger and raising awareness for food insecurity. We are organizing the Week Against Hunger, a coordinated week of food drives, volunteer events, and awareness campaigns designed to combat food insecurity and empower students to take action in their communities. From May 3rd through May 10th, we are hosting a food drive!!
Please bring nonperishable goods. Here are some examples:
- 1. Canned Tuna or Chicken (5 ounces)
- 2. Granola Bars (crunchy or chewy)
- 3. Single-Serve Cereal Boxes
- 4. Fruit Snacks
- 5. Applesauce Pouches
- 6. Cake Mixes
- 7. Juice Boxes
- 8. Bags or Cans of Dried Beans
- 9. Peanut Butter
- Thank you for your support of this important cause!
Got old sports gear, give it a second life!
Hi Park community! For many people, sports are a huge part of growing up, but unfortunately, not every kid has the equipment to play. That’s where Gear For Good (G.F.G) comes in. We are a club with a mission to help kids access sports and the opportunities that come with them.
Sports accessibility is a major problem throughout the US and is not easily solved, but now you can help! We have partnered with Leveling the Playing Field (a non-profit with a similar goal) to host a sports equipment drive right here at Park!
From April 15th to May 15th, Park will have sports equipment boxes located at the front entrance and the high school commons for easy drop off. You can donate any gently used equipment, such as balls, cleats, helmets, sports utensils, or other sports gear you have that is taking up space. We really appreciate your support in helping kids receive your gear, for good!
For any additional information, please contact: [email protected]Follow our Instagram at: GearForGoodMedia
Sugar Day – Today! April 30
Join us for a fun afternoon of school spirit today, Thursday, April 30 at 4:30 p.m. as our softball and baseball teams take on Indian Creek at Park’s Sugar Campus! Pre-K through Grade 12 students! Parents! Alumni! Employees! Friends and Neighbors! Come dressed in white to show your spirit and cheer on our athletes as we celebrate together as a community. And the fun doesn’t stop when the final inning ends… Stay after the games for a delicious spread of pizza and desserts — because what’s Sugar Day without a little something sweet? We can’t wait to see you there — bring your energy and your team spirit!
The Lucille and Gordon Sugar Campus playing fields and meadows are located five minutes from Park’s main campus at 1424 Hillside Road, Stevenson, MD 21153.
Park Camps!
As summer approaches, there’s a real sense of excitement building around Park Camps! Our team is busy preparing for another fantastic season, and we can’t wait to welcome campers back to campus. This summer brings a number of exciting highlights—from our new Learn-to-Ride bike camps with PedalPower Kids, to an expanded Adventure Camp program that includes a week with an overnight camping experience. Our specialty camps continue to grow as well, with engaging offerings in cooking, athletics, arts, D&D, and more—giving campers plenty of ways to explore their interests and try something new. With 11 weeks of programming (June 9–August 21), including 7 weeks of our core day camp, there’s something for everyone throughout the summer. If you haven’t finalized your plans yet, now is a great time—many camps are filling quickly, and we’d love to have your camper join us for what’s shaping up to be an incredible summer.
La Food Marketa Fundraiser
Wednesday, May 6 • 11-8 p.m.
*Dine-In Only* Help support the Parents’ Association by having a delicious meal at La Food Marketa Quarry Lake on Wednesday, May 6 from 11-8 p.m. and the PA will receive 10% of the proceeds from the entire day’s sales. Thank you for your support!
The Park School Store
Located just off the Lobby of the Athletic Center, and open every day (check current hours!), the new School Store carries all of the latest Bruin swag, plus snacks, refreshments, and more!
School Store Hours:
Monday-Friday: 10:15 a.m -4:15 p.m.
Parents, if you’d like to set limits for purchasing for your child at the School Store or the Cafeteria, click HERE.
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 and magnets offered by the Parents’ Association!
And don’t miss out on a limited-edition Park umbrella!
Click HERE for more information!
Lower School Announcements
May Day Dismissal Plans
This is a friendly reminder to please fill out the May Day Dismissal Form (one for each child) by next Tuesday May 5th.
Just a reminder…
Students will be dismissed to the parents/caregivers (or a designated family) following the May Day program approximately at noon.
- If parents/caregivers are unable to attend the event, please make arrangements with another family to supervise your child and/or bring them home
- There is no Extended Day on May Day
- There is no afternoon bu service on May Day
For any early dismissal or late arrival updates, please email [email protected]. 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
Thursday, April 30 – Sugar Day
Wednesday, May 6 – Rising 6th Grade and New Middle School Parent Meeting
Friday, May 8 – May Day
Friday, May 15 – May Day Rain Date
Thursday, May 21 – Lower and Middle School Choral Concert
Monday, May 25 – SCHOOL CLOSED – Memorial Day
Friday, June 5 – Last Day of School!
Middle School Announcements
Middle School Soccer Clinic
We’re excited to invite our Middle School students to a FREE special soccer clinic on Saturday, May 2 from 9:30–11 A.M. on Kelly Field (rain or shine).
This clinic on the Kelly Field turf gives current 6th–8th Grade players a look at what Upper School soccer at Park is all about. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and apply skills in an engaging, and fun environment! All levels of play are welcome. Your child will be able to work with Head Varsity Coaches GEOFF MEYERS (Boys’ program) and CORY ZAJDEL (Girls’ program) and current VARSITY SOCCER TEAM MEMBERS on our turf field. Join us to advance your game, have a great time, and experience what it’s like to BE A BRUIN!
Register HERE!
Reminder:
Arriving Late, Missing School, or Leaving Early
Please call Natalia Johnson in the Middle School Office as soon as you know that your child will be absent from school (410-339-4185). You may also send her an email at [email protected]. Similarly, communicate with Natalia if your child will be picked up early from school, arriving late, or deviating from the normal school day in any way.
Important Dates
Thursday, April 30 – Sugar Day
Wednesday, May 6 – Rising 6th Grade and NEW MS Parent Meeting
Tuesday, May 19 – Middle School 8th Grade Advoc8 Documentation Day
Monday, May 25 – SCHOOL CLOSED – Memorial Day
May 27-29 – Activist Project Museum Display
Thursday, May 28 – 7th Grade Monument Dessert Night
Thursday, June 4 – 8th Grade Field Day
Friday, June 5 – 8th Grade Closing Ceremony and Reception
Friday, June 5 – Last Day of School!
Upper School Announcements
Is Your Challenge Waiver Filled Out? Please Read:
There are a number of parents who have not filled out their waivers for Park’s Challenge Course. If your child’s class uses the course and your child’s waiver has not been signed, they won’t be able to participate! Please fill out the Activity Agreement and Release Form for Student Participation in Challenge Course so that your child is ready and able to participate in challenge course activities throughout the school year.
Lunch
The cafeteria is open from 8 a.m.-2 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] or call 410-339-4175 if you need to leave early.
Important Dates
Thursday, April 30 – Sugar Day
May 7 – 9 – 9/10 Production: Ring Round the Moon
Friday, May 22 – Goldsoundz
Monday, May 25 – SCHOOL CLOSED – Memorial Day
Wednesday, May 27 – Senior Panel for Juniors and Families
Thursday, May 28 – Activist Project Museum Family Open House
Friday, May 29 – 8th Grade Trip
Tuesday, June 2 – Senior Sendoff for Graduating Seniors & Families
Wednesday, June 3 – Senior Project Presentations and Luncheon
Friday, June 5 – Last Day of School!
Monday, June 8 – Commencement
