Parkmont Panther Update 06-01-2026

June 3, 2026
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Parkmont June Update

06-01-26

Hello Parkmont Panther Families

Welcome to this edition of the Parkmont Update! We're excited to share the latest happenings and updates from our school community to keep you informed and engaged.
 
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Panther News and Updates

Hello Parkmont Panther Families,

As we close another wonderful year at Parkmont Elementary, we want to give a special shout-out to our families whose students are moving on to middle school. Thank you for your years of support, partnership, and encouragement. Watching our Parkmont Panthers grow into confident, capable young people has been a privilege, and we are excited to see all they will accomplish in the years ahead.

Your dedication to our school community has helped make Parkmont a place where students feel valued, supported, and inspired to succeed. Whether through volunteering, attending school events, supporting learning at home, or simply cheering on your children each day, your contributions have made a lasting impact. We are grateful for the trust you have placed in us throughout your elementary school journey.

I'd like to take a moment to thank our wonderful PTA for their unwavering support. A special thank you to Anna Chen, PTA President for her boundless energy and enthusisam. Thanks also to Ms. Chen and all the volunteers who made the fifth grade promotion so special. The fifth grade students had an incredible send off to middle school. Ms. Chen has large shoes to fill and we will all miss her.

To the families who will be returning next year, we look forward to continuing our partnership as we begin an exciting new chapter together. As our school theme evolves from Climbing to Success to Roots and Wings, we will celebrate the strong foundations that help our students grow while encouraging them to explore new opportunities, take positive risks, and soar toward their dreams.

Thank you for being an important part of the Parkmont family. We wish our departing students every success in middle school and look forward to welcoming our returning Panthers back for an exciting 2026–27 school year filled with growth, learning, and community.

Warmly,

Walt Lewis, Proud Principal

Beginning of the Year Dates

Following are our beginning of the year dates:

7/23/26 - AERIES Parent Portal Opens - Annual Update Required for Emergency contact and address information. Check your email.
8/3/26 - Office Opens
8/7/26 - Your Child's Teacher listed in AERIES Parent Portal (5PM)
8/10/26 - Chalk the Walk Event (4PM-5PM)
8/10/26 TK Back to School Night (5PM)
8/11/26 - First Day of School
8/18/26 - K-3 Back to School Night (5PM)
8/18/26 - 4-5 Back to School Night (5:30PM)
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Chalk the Walk

Chalk the Walk is an annual event where we invite students, families and neighbors to come and decorate our courtyard with uplifting messages as a surprise for all of our students on the first day of school! Please join us on Monday, 8/10 between 4:00-5:00 PM.

Bell Schedule for 2026-27

Our 2026-27 Bell Schedule is changing. After our board reviewed our current bell schedule for compliance to state requirements, it turns out we needed to add ten minutes to our bell schedule.


I did want to pull out the proposed start and end times for our Bell Schedule:

TK Every Day:
AM - 8:00AM-11:20AM
PM - 11:30AM-2:50PM

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Kindergarten: 8:05AM-1:27PM
Grade 1-3: 8:05AM-2:19PM
Grade 4-5: 8:05AM-2:35PM

Wednesday and Minimum Days:
Kindergarten: 8:05AM-11:36AM
Grade 1-3: 8:05AM-1:08PM
Grade 4-5: 8:05AM-1:20PM

Essentially, we are starting five minutes earlier and ending five minutes later (on avaerage per grade level).

We ubnderstand this is a significant change. Thank you for your felexibility as we adjust our schedule to be in complinace.

The full bell schedule is in the following link:

Supply Lists

Many families have asked about school supplies for the 2026–27 school year. Below is a link to our recommended supply list. Please note that these items are voluntary donations to help support classroom learning.
We want all students to have the materials they need to be successful. If your family is unable to provide supplies, no worries—Parkmont will have supplies available for all students. We appreciate any donations and thank you for supporting our classrooms and students.

PTA 2025-26 Recap!

Are you aware of all the programs, financial support, volunteer opportunities, and eventsthat our Parkmont PTA has provided throughout the 2025–26 school year?

Our PTA has been an incredible partner in helping make Parkmont a vibrant, supportive, and enriching place for every student. Through fundraising, volunteerism, and community engagement, they have provided resources and opportunities that directly benefit our Parkmont Panthers both inside and outside the classroom.

Attached is a flyer highlighting the many ways our PTA has supported students, staff, and families this year. From funding important programs and classroom resources to organizing memorable events and creating opportunities for families to connect, the impact of their work can be seen across our entire campus.

Every membership, donation, volunteer hour, and act of support helps make a difference for our students. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to making Parkmont such a special place to learn and grow!

PTA Board for 2026-27

Hello Parkmont Families,

Congratulations to our incredible PTA Board for the upcoming school year 2026-2027!

Your willingness to step up, give your time, and support our school community means so much to our students, families, and staff. Because of your leadership, creativity, and dedication, our school continues to be a place where everyone feels connected, supported, and inspired.

We’re so grateful for each of you and excited for all the wonderful things you’ll accomplish together in the year ahead. Wishing you a successful, joyful, and impactful term!

2026-2026 Board Member Role
Principal - Mr. Walter Lewis
President - Parita Balwani
2nd VP of Programs & Donations = Jaya Vikram
Recording Secretary - Rukmani Tiwari
Treasurer -- Dheepikaa Muralidharan
Financial Secretary - Sivaraman Ravichandran
Auditor - Balachandra Maddina
Historian - Akansha Mahadule
Membership - Sandheep Navaratnarja
 
● We will continue to accept interest for the open roles: 1st VP of Admin & Communications and Parliamentarian.
● All are welcome and encouraged to volunteer for a position.
● We also need volunteers for various committees and programs.
● To be considered, please submit your name, desired position or interest, contact email, and phone number to [email protected]

PTA Needs You!

Our PTA does amazing work to support ALL students at Parkmont. Our PTA hosts events for our entire community, provides funding to assist with classroom needs, and provides volunteers for our many activities and events. Let's all join this wonderful organization as part of the membership drive.
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Spirit Wear Flyer

Parkmont Spirit Wear

Start the school year off with new gear from our limited time Parkmont collection - polos, quarter zips, hoodies, and super-soft tri-blend tees, designed by top graphic artists. This is spirit wear you want to wear! Save 25% OFF sitewide. Shop Now!
 

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