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
Save the Date for Sugar Day! April 30!
Join us for a fun afternoon of school spirit on 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.
RSVP so we can plan for the festivities!
Family Canoeing Day
Saturday, April 18 • 10 a.m.-1 p.m
Join us at Lake Roland for a fun family day! Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy canoeing, hiking, and and family friendly activities organized by Park.
All ages Pre-K through 12 are welcome to the event, but all students must be with a parent, and anyone under 8 years old must have a parent or guardian in the boat with them at all times. Excursions will be tailored to age level/experience. Space is limited for those canoeing but all are welcome to join for the event!
Meet at the fishing pier (11), which can be found on this map.
Register HERE!
If you have questions or need to change your registration, please reach out to Emily Minter [email protected]
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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
Mini Session Family Portraits
Saturday, May 2 • 9 a.m. – Noon
Bring your family and strike a pose! Join us on Saturday, May 2, from 9 a.m.- Noon at Park School for Family Mini Photo Sessions—a quick, relaxed, and fun way to capture your family this spring. Whether it’s big smiles, silly faces, or that perfectly imperfect family moment, these sessions are a great way to update your photos while supporting our school community. Click HERE for more information!
The Park Fund Pizza Party Challenge
The Park Fund Pizza Party Participation Challenge is back! Any grade reaching 80% participation in giving by April 21 — or the grade with the most gifts — will be treated to a pizza party later in May. To donate, visit www.parkschool.net/giving or Venmo. Questions? Email Anna Danz, Director of The Park Fund at [email protected].
Thanks!
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
Parenting in the Digital Age
Wednesday, April 22, 8:30-10 a.m.
Join us for a facilitated technology discussion with Matt Doyle, Amy Ancona, and Meghan Marinucci. RSVP here.
Volunteer Drivers Needed for Viva House
Each month our fourth graders collect, sort, and pack food for our partner Viva House. We are in need of two parent drivers each month to transport the bags to Viva House! The dates that we need drivers are:
Friday, April 24
Friday, May 22
If you’re interested and able to help out, please click HERE to sign up! THANK YOU!!
Early Dismissal/Late Arrivals
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 16 – All School Strings Concert
Saturday, April 18 – Family Canoeing Day
Wednesday, April 22 – Parenting in the Digital Age : Facilitated Discussion with Matt Doyle, Amy Ancona and Meghan Marinucci
Friday, April 24 – Grandparents and Special Guests Visiting Day
Tuesday, April 28 – Lower and Middle School Jazz and Band Concert
Thursday, April 30 – Sugar Day
Wednesday, May 6 – Rising 6th Grade and New Middle School Parent Meeting
Friday, May 8 – May Day
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 16 – All School Strings Concert
Friday, April 17 – Middle School Spring Social
Saturday, April 18 – Family Canoeing Day
Tuesday, April 28 – Lower and Middle School Jazz and Band Concert
Thursday, April 30 – Sugar Day
Tuesday, May 19 – Middle School 8th Grade Advoc8 Documentation Day
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 16 – All School Strings Concert
Friday, April 17 – Goldsoundz
Saturday, April 18 – Family Canoeing Day
Wednesday, April 22 – US Choral, PJC, and Wind Ensemble Concert
Thursday, April 30 – Sugar Day
May 7 – 9 – 9/10 Production: Ring Around the Moon
