Weekly Updates

Attendance: Call by 9:30am

Absentee Hotline: 610-351-5900 Extension 25711

Absentee Email: IRATTENDANCE@parklandsd.org

 

Day Number

QUICK LINKS  

Lunch & Breakfast Menus

Application for Free and Reduced Price Meals

MySchoolBucks (online payments)

Food Services Dept. (610.351.5670)

Vacation Permit

Birthday Bag Order Form

Volunteer Clearance Instructions

District 5 THINGS for the WEEK AHEAD

Home Access Center (HAC) 

PSD Online Calendar 

PSD Transportation Dept (610.351.5690)

Community & Recreational Events

Community Advisory Council

Student and Family Support

 

SIGN UP TO RECEIVE TEXT MESSAGES: 
Parkland School District uses School Messenger, a rapid notification system, that allows for automated calls and emails to phone number(s) and email addresses the parent or guardian has provided to the District. This system will be used in the event of an emergency and to share important information.

To receive text messages, please do both of the following steps:

  1. Contact our main office to make the request, by phone call or email. Maximum 2 text numbers per student.
  2. Opt-in by texting the word “yes” to 67587 from each phone number specified.
 

 

 

IMPORTANT DATES

Mon, 1/20:  School Closed

Fri, 1/24:  Early Dismissal, 11:45 am

Tues, 1/28:  5th Grade D.A.R.E. Graduation, 9:15 am, Cafeteria (Parent Letter)

Fri, 1/31:  PTO Book Bingo, Cafeteria, 6:30 - 8:30 pm (Book Bingo Flyer)

2024/25 District Calendar

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KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

If you have a child who is turning 5 years old prior to September 1, 2025, it’s time to register for kindergarten.

Similarly, if you have a child who is enrolled in a private kindergarten program who you are planning to enroll for the first time in Parkland Schools for first grade, we invite you to register now. 

Please call the school office at 610-351-5810 or email Mrs. Heater at heaterc@parklandsd.net  to get information about registration.

 

EARLY DISMISSAL OPTIONAL BAGGED LUNCH

January 24th is an early dismissal day for Elementary students.   Parents may order a bagged lunch that day.  Bagged lunches will consist of turkey and cheese sandwiches, fruit, vegetable, and beverage and will be charged at their normal rate to students' cafeteria accounts.  On the early dismissal day, your child's bagged lunch will be delivered to the child's classroom prior to dismissal time.  To order a bagged lunch for your child(ren), please click on the link → https://forms.gle/RuRn5NXBQTBkWHjm9

Order forms are due by noon on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.   You only need to complete a form if you are requesting a lunch.  If you have questions concerning the bagged lunches, please reach out to the food services office at 610-351-5670.


January Building Readers - English

January Building Readers - Spanish

February Building Readers - English

February Building Readers - Spanish

 

IMPORTANT DATES

Mon, 1/20:  School Closed

Fri, 1/24:  Early Dismissal, 11:45 am

Tues, 1/28:  5th Grade D.A.R.E. Graduation, 9:15 am, Cafeteria (Parent Letter)

2024/25 District Calendar

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EARLY DISMISSAL OPTIONAL BAGGED LUNCH

January 24th is an early dismissal day for Elementary students.   Parents may order a bagged lunch that day.  Bagged lunches will consist of turkey and cheese sandwiches, fruit, vegetable, and beverage and will be charged at their normal rate to students' cafeteria accounts.  On the early dismissal day, your child's bagged lunch will be delivered to the child's classroom prior to dismissal time.  To order a bagged lunch for your child(ren), please click on the link → https://forms.gle/RuRn5NXBQTBkWHjm9

Order forms are due by noon on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.   You only need to complete a form if you are requesting a lunch.  If you have questions concerning the bagged lunches, please reach out to the food services office at 610-351-5670.


January Building Readers - English

January Building Readers - Spanish

Community Events & Recreational Programs




COLD WEATHER ADVISORY

The weather is getting colder and we ask that you please dress your children appropriately for the cold weather - including jackets, scarves, hats and gloves.  Students will go outside for recess when the feels-like temperature is above 20 degrees.

 

INCLEMENT WEATHER/EARLY CLOSING INFORMATION

Please click on the link for information regarding inclement weather closings from Dr. Madson, Superintendent:

https://www.parklandsd.org/departments/transportation/inclement-weatherearly-closing-information

 

 

IMPORTANT DATES

SONGFEST 2024 

3rd & 4th Grade Students

Thursday, December 12, 2024

9:30 am ONLY

 

Sat, 12/14:  PTO Holiday Shop & Pancake Breakfast, 8:00 to 11:00 am

Holiday Shoppe & Pancake Breakfast Flyer

 

Mon, 12/16 - Fri, 12/20:  Holiday Spirit Week (Flyer)

 

Mon, 12/16:  PTO “HOME ALONE” Movie Night, Roxy Theatre, 6:00 pm

Movie Night Flyer w/QR Code

 

BOOK SWAP

Tues, 12/17 - Kindergarten & 1st Grade

Weds, 12/18 - 2nd & 3rd Grade

Thurs, 12/19 - 4th & 5th Grade

Book Swap Flyer



 

Mon, 12/23 through Fri, 1/3:  SCHOOL CLOSED - Holiday Break

 

Mon, 1/6:  Return to School

 

2024/25 District Calendar

 

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COLD WEATHER ADVISORY

The weather is getting colder and we ask that you please dress your children appropriately for the cold weather - including jackets, scarves, hats and gloves.  Students will go outside for recess when the feels-like temperature is above 20 degrees.

 

INCLEMENT WEATHER/EARLY CLOSING INFORMATION

Please click on the link for information regarding inclement weather closings from Dr. Madson, Superintendent:

https://www.parklandsd.org/departments/transportation/inclement-weatherearly-closing-information


December Building Readers - English

December Building Readers - Spanish

January Building Readers - English

January Building Readers - Spanish

 

IMPORTANT DATES

Weds, 12/4:  5th Grade Band, Orchestra & Chorus Concert, 7:00 pm, Cafeteria

Tues, 12/10:  PTO Meeting, 9:15 am

SONGFEST 2024

Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grade Students

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

9:30 am & 2:00 pm

Please Note:  Both shows will be identical.  Parents should only attend one show.
 

3rd & 4th Grade Students

Thursday, December 12, 2024

9:30 am ONLY

 

Sat, 12/14:  PTO Holiday Shoppe & Pancake Breakfast, 8:00 to 11:00 am

Holiday Shoppe & Pancake Breakfast Flyer

Mon, 12/16:  PTO “HOME ALONE” Movie Night, Roxy Theatre, 6:00 pm

Movie Night Flyer w/QR Code

 

BOOK SWAP

Tues, 12/17 - Kindergarten & 1st Grade

Weds, 12/18 - 2nd & 3rd Grade

Thurs, 12/19 - 4th & 5th Grade

Book Swap Flyer

 

Mon, 12/23 through Fri, 1/3:  SCHOOL CLOSED - Holiday Break

Mon, 1/6:  Return to School

 

2024/25 District Calendar

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IRONTON GIVING TREE

Hello Ironton Families! 

If you would like to buy a gift for an Ironton family this holiday season, please click on the sign up genius link to participate.  GIVING TREE SIGN UP GENIUS

  • Unwrapped gifts can be dropped off at Ironton's main office during the hours of 8:15 AM- 4:00 PM  
  • Please send in your donation with your child or drop it off at the main office by Friday, December 13th. 

Thank you for your support! ❤

Carolyn Segata, School Counselor


 

COLD WEATHER ADVISORY

The weather is getting colder and we ask that you please dress your children appropriately for the cold weather - including jackets, scarves, hats and gloves.  Students will go outside for recess when the feels-like temperature is above 20 degrees.

 

INCLEMENT WEATHER/EARLY CLOSING INFORMATION

Please click on the link for information regarding inclement weather closings from Dr. Madson, Superintendent:

https://www.parklandsd.org/departments/transportation/inclement-weatherearly-closing-information

 

 

REPORT CARDS

Report Cards were made available in the Home Access Center (HAC) on Friday November 15th.  Please review and print a copy for your records. The school district does not supply a printed version of the report card. 

Visit THIS LINK to access the HAC website. If you do not recall your login information and/or password or if you need to set up your account for the first time, there are links at the bottom of the HAC login page to address these issues. If you are a new HAC user, complete instructions are available here.


 

IMPORTANT DATES

BOOK SWAP

Thurs, 11/21 - 4th & 5th Grade

Book Swap Flyer


EARLY DISMISSAL DATES, 11:45 AM

Mon, 11/25 through Weds, 11/27

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES - November 25th & 26th

For more information, please click on the link:  Conference Parent Letter

SCHOOL CLOSED - Thanksgiving Holiday

Thurs, 11/28 through Mon, 12/2

Tues, 12/3:  Return to School

Weds, 12/4:  5th Grade Band, Orchestra & Chorus Concert, 7:00 pm, Cafeteria

 

2024/25 District Calendar

 

SONGFEST 2024 - SAVE THE DATE!

Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grade Students

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

9:30 am & 2:00 pm

Please Note:  Both shows will be identical.  Parents should only attend one show.

 

3rd & 4th Grade Students

Thursday, December 12, 2024

9:30 am ONLY

 

Sat, 12/14:  PTO Holiday Shop & Pancake Breakfast, 8:00 to 11:00 am

Mon, 12/16:  PTO “HOME ALONE” Movie Night, Roxy Theatre, 6:00 pm

Movie Night Flyer

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COLD WEATHER ADVISORY

The weather is getting colder and we ask that you please dress your children appropriately for the cold weather - including jackets, scarves, hats and gloves.  Students will go outside for recess when the feels-like temperature is above 20 degrees.

 

INCLEMENT WEATHER/EARLY CLOSING INFORMATION

Please click on the link for information regarding inclement weather closings from Dr. Madson, Superintendent:

https://www.parklandsd.org/departments/transportation/inclement-weatherearly-closing-information


 

Ironton Elementary Spirit Wear Sale

ATTENTION IRONTON FAMILIES!!  The PTO’s Spirit Wear SALE is open!

T-shirts, long sleeve t-shirts, hoodies, sweatpants, and more with two great design options to choose from.  Start thinking Christmas or holiday gifts or just for yourself and family to show your school spirit! 

The sale ends on Monday, November 25th to ensure items will be complete and distributed in time for Christmas.   Please click on the link below to view items and place your order.

Spirit Wear Order Link

Any questions please reach out to Becky at raisingsonsplus1@gmail.com.

 

Ironton Holiday Shop Vendor Form

We are looking for vendors for our annual Holiday shop at Ironton Elementary School.

WHEN:  Saturday, December 14, 2024

TIME: 8:00AM-11:00AM

COST: $25 (Free if you have a child who attends Ironton)  

Please complete the form here → Holiday Shop Vendor Form

If you have any questions please contact Becky at beckymiller2122@gmail.com.