High School News

Edline is Changing to Parent Internet Viewer

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:00:00 -0400

September 3, 2010

Edline was available for students and parents to access current grades and attendance. We are now converting our gradebook system to Pinnacle Gradebook. The parent view for this is called Parent...

Summer Food Service Program Information

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 12:00:00 -0400

June 17, 2010

The Parchment Food Service Department announces the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program for Children. Free meals will be made available to children 18 years of age and under or persons...

Rock The Park

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 12:00:00 -0400

June 4, 2010

ROCK THE PARK youth concert at The Stage in Kindleberger on Saturday July 10th from 11:00 am-3:00 pm. FREE ADMISSION. Come and see four great local bands: Please Promise, Lost Cause, Dunktank, and...

Bowl Free All Summer Long

Fri, 28 May 2010 12:00:00 -0400

May 28, 2010

Eastland Bowl, located at 5570 Gull Road, is offering 2 FREE games of bowling daily for children ages 3-18 all summer NOW until August 31st from 5pm-7pm. Shoe rental not ncluded. Registration is...

No School on Memorial Day

Fri, 21 May 2010 12:00:00 -0400

May 21, 2010

There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, May 31 in honor of the Memorial Day holiday. Please enjoy the long weekend with your family!

Auditions for the Kindleberger Summer Festival Plays

Fri, 14 May 2010 12:00:00 -0400

May 14, 2010

Kindleberger Summer Festival play auditions will be held Sunday May 16 or Monday, May 17 at Parchment High School auditorium. Children ages 9-18 may try out for the youth play, "Cinderella, A Dream...

Kalamazoo Nature Center Camp

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 12:00:00 -0400

April 23, 2010

Kalamazoo Nature Center Camp application forms are now available in the office. Scholarships are offered (Campership Program) that covers up to 80% of the program fees. The Nature Center provides...

Earth Day Celebration

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:00:00 -0400

April 9, 2010

The Kalamazoo Nature Center is holding an Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 17 and admission is FREE all day! The trails and Interpretive Center are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. as well as the...

Safe Kids Clinics

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:00:00 -0400

April 9, 2010

Safe Kids Kalamazoo County, in partnership with sports medicine doctors, certified athletic trainers, and brain injury experts, invite you to participate in a safe sports clinic to learn more than...

Testing Out 2010

Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:00:00 -0400

April 9, 2010

8TH GRADE STUDENTS - CONCERNING HIGH SCHOOL NEXT SCHOOL YEAR.
CHANGES IN TESTING OUT DATES -SPRING TESTING OUT for 2010-2011

PLEASE NOTE: Changes have been made in our Testing Out...

Parchment Students to Compete in National Marketing Event

Sat, 20 Mar 2010 12:00:00 -0400

(as featured in the Kalamazoo Gazette)

March 20, 2010

Source: By Jennifer Wezensky
Job Title: Special to the Gazette

PARCHMENT - Three Parchment High School seniors will be competing at the International Career and Development...

Spring Break

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:00:00 -0400

March 19, 2010

The Parchment School District will be on Spring Break from Monday, March 29 to Friday, April 2. School will resume on Monday, April 5. We hope that you enjoy the time off with your friends and families!

Annual Maple Sugar Festival

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:00:00 -0500

March 12, 2010

Saturday, March 20th, is the 45th Annual Maple Sugar Festival. Some of the events scheduled are a pancake breakfast, ice cream with maple syrup, horse-drawn wagon rides & more. Check out their...

Scrapbook Day

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 12:00:00 -0500

March 12, 2010

It's not too late to sign up for the 12-Hour Scrapbooking Day at PHS on Saturday, April 24 from 9 a.m. To 9 p.m. The total cost is only $30 for table space, goody bags, juice & muffins, lunch,...

Education for Employment - New Date

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:00:00 -0500

February 19, 2010

Attention parents of 8th graders: There will be an Education for Employment (EFE) Open House on Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2010 from 5:30 - 8:00 pm. It will be held at the Air Zoo (6151 Portage Road). Learn...

H1N1 Clinic Rescheduled

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:00:00 -0500

February 19, 2010

The Kalamazoo County Health and Community Services will be offering a FREE H1N1 flu shot clinic at Parchment High School on Monday, February 22 from 3:30 to 5:30. The H1N1 flu virus is still...

Chuck-a-Puck Fundraiser

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:00:00 -0500

Family Fun Night

February 5, 2010

Parchment Music Boosters presents Chuck-A-Puck Fundraiser - a night of fun for the entire family on Saturday, February 27th at 7:30 p.m. at Wings Stadium. Buy your tickets in advance to reserve...

School Board Meeting

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 12:00:00 -0500

January 8, 2010

Mark your calendar for the next school board meeting, to be held on Monday, January 25th at 7:00 p.m. at the Northwood Library.

Flu Vaccine

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:00:00 -0500

December 17

December 11, 2009

Kalamazoo County Health and Community Services will have a SEASONAL FLU CLINIC on December 17, 2009 for anyone that needs their SEASONAL FLU VACCINE. It will be a walk-in clinic from 3-6pm. The...

Emergency Closing Review

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 12:00:00 -0500

December 4, 2009

This is an excellent time to review your family's plan. Please let us know if we need to update your child's information at school. If school is cancelled or dismissed early, would your child...

Mark Your Calendars

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 12:00:00 -0500

Winter Break

December 4, 2009

We will begin our winter break on Monday, December 21, 2009. School will resume on Monday, January 4, 2010.

Please be sure that your children are prepared to be outdoors for recess with...

Parchment Music Boosters Fundraiser

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 12:00:00 -0500

December 4, 2009

Hockey tickets would be a great family gift or stocking stuffers! The KWINGS Hockey Game on Saturday, February 27 will feature the band's Chuck-a-Puck fundraiser. Hockey fans may purchase a puck...

Alumni Open House

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -0400

"Go Panthers Go; Keep your colors flying high!"

November 1, 2009

The Panther Fight Song was very familiar to the 75 PHS Alumni who gathered on October 9, 2009, in the new High School Commons prior to the Homecoming game. They came with friends and family to...

Did you know...

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -0400

Parchment Schools Foundation

November 1, 2009

The Parchment Schools Foundation was established in 1985 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation by administrators, parents and residents of the Parchment School District to provide support for...

Holiday Sharing Card

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -0400

November 1, 2009

The Parchment Schools Foundation hopes you will consider making a donation to their Holiday Sharing Card this holiday season. The Foundation receives and administers funds for supplemental...

Teachers Use Grants to Enhance their Learning

Sat, 31 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -0400

(as featured in the Kalamazoo Gazette)

October 31, 2009

Source: By Kalamazoo Gazette staff

KALAMAZOO - Local teachers traveled to Costa Rica, Washington, D.C., and other locations throughout the United States to bring new experiences and techniques back to their classrooms - all with...

Parchment to Host KVA Cross Country League Championship on 10/20

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -0400

October 16, 2009

Parchment High School is the host for the 2009 KVA Cross Country Championships. The meet is on Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at Haven Church, 5350 N. Sprinkle Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49004.

Please...

Parchment School District Wins 2009 WebAward

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -0400

October 12, 2009

Parchment School District's website has won a "Standard of Excellence" WebAward from the Web Marketing Association for outstanding achievement in web development in the "Schools" category.

Pesticide Advisory

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0400

September 18, 2009

Pesticide Advisory:

As part of the Parchment School District's Integrated Management Program, pesticides are occasionally used.

You have the right to be informed prior to any...

2009-10 School Board Meeting Dates...

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

Mark Your Calendars!

August 27, 2009

Mark Your Calendar for meetings of the Parchment School Board for the 2009-2010 school year.

All meetings are held at the High School unless otherwise noted and begin @ 7:00 p.m.

2009-2010 Breakfast & Lunch Prices...

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

August 27, 2009

2009-2010 Breakfast & Lunch Prices

Breakfast

Elementary. $1.00 ($.30 reduced)
Middle and High School. $1.25 ($.30 reduced)

Lunch

Building Open House Dates

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

August 27, 2009

To welcome back students and their families, all of our buildings are inviting you to an open house.

Please call your prospective building for the exact times.

Open House Dates for...

Class of 1975 Reunion

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

August 27, 2009

Attention Parchment High School - Class of 1975!

The 30-something class reunion is scheduled for Saturday, October 3 at Eesley Place in Plainwell.

Also, please join us at Parchment...

Euchre Fun Night to Raise Funds for Grad Bash

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

August 27, 2009

Euchre Fun Night For Seniors in High School to Seniors in Life!!!!!!!

Saturday September 12, 2009
6:00 p.m.

Parchment Middle School
307 N. Riverview Drive

$10.00 per...

Learn More about Parchment Preschool & Childcare Center

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

August 27, 2009

Parchment Preschool and Childcare Center is located at Northwood Elementary, 600 Edison St. Our program services children ages 3 (and potty trained) through 12 years of age and offers enrichment...

Looking for Parchment Alumni - Class of 1999!

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

August 27, 2009

The class of 1999 is getting their 10-year reunion under way. Please contact Angela (Knapp) Menet @ 269/491-1166 or Amy (Wittenberg) Hansen at for...

Meeting Times & Dates for Parent Group Organizations

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

August 27, 2009

Parents Expected and Welcomed . . .

Mark your calendars and please join us for the various parent group organizations in the Parchment School District:

Middle School 2nd...

Parchment Lions Club Basketball Fundraiser October 17th

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

August 27, 2009

The Parchment Lions Club is proud to present a fund raiser
basketball game on October 17th @ 7PM in the new Parchment High School gym.

The renowned "HARLEM AMBASSADORS" will present...

Picture Dates - Say Cheese . . .

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

August 27, 2009

Picture Dates - Say Cheese . . .

Middle School: September 10

High School: September 8

North Elementary: September 17

Central Elementary: September 17

School Bell Times for 2009-10

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

August 27, 2009

The following are the school bell times for 2009-10 school year:

High School
1916 East G Avenue
7:40 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Half-day dismissal:10:50 a.m.

Middle...

Information about Schools of Choice 105c

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

August 26, 2009

The Parchment School District will accept students for enrollment in the 2009/2010 school year from contiguous school districts whose boundaries touch the Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service...

No Smoking Policy

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

Your Health is Important to Us

August 26, 2009

The Board of Education recognizes that the use of tobacco presents a health hazard which can have serious consequences both for the user and the non-user. We want to promote a healthy environment...

Student Medical Insurance

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0400

August 26, 2009

The Parchment School District does not provide medical or accident insurance coverage for students or student athletes. However, we do offer parents the opportunity to participate in group accident...

Air Zoo Now Offering Free General Admission!

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -0400

June 5, 2009

Wow! What a deal! The Kalamazoo Air Zoo is offering an amazing promotion for the summer! In celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the opening of the original Air Zoo and the 5th Anniversary of...

Summer Concerts in Kindleberger Park

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -0400

June 5, 2009

We've got the BLUES at The Stage at Kindlegerger! The 2009 Summer Concert Series begins on Sunday, June 14 at 6:30 p.m. with the Crossroads Blues Band! This group has many influences from different...

Summer & Fall Program Registration Available Now!

Fri, 22 May 2009 12:00:00 -0400

May 22, 2009

Summer & fall pricing and registration information for childcare, preschool and summer mini camps are now available. Please stop in or call the Northwood Elementary office at 488-1360 if you would...

Parchment High School Band News

Thu, 21 May 2009 12:00:00 -0400

May 21, 2009

The Parchment High School Winter Drumline Percussion Ensemble won first place at the Michigan Color Guard Circuit (MCGC) competition in Novi, Michigan on Sunday, March 22nd.

Out of eight...

Parchment High School Student Council Elections

Wed, 20 May 2009 12:00:00 -0400

May 20, 2009

Elections are taking place now for the 2009-10 school year. We are looking for new members with new ideas. The following positions still need to be filled:

Student Council President ...

Men and Women Power Lifters Compete at State

Tue, 19 May 2009 12:00:00 -0400

May 19, 2009

Congratulations to the power lifters who competed at the State Championship. All lifters broke their own personal best records and represented Parchment High School with tremendous class and...

Parchment's Energy Management Program Continues Saving

Tue, 12 May 2009 12:00:00 -0400

May 12, 2009

The Parchment School District's Energy Management Program has saved over $700,000 in avoided electric and gas costs since its inception in July 2002. That savings -- more than $100,000 per year --...

High School Winter Drumline Percussion Ensemble Wins First Place

Mon, 11 May 2009 12:00:00 -0400

May 11, 2009

The Parchment High School Winter Drumline Percussion Ensemble won first place at the Michigan Color Guard Circuit (MCGC) competition in Novi on March 22nd. Out of eight competing units in...

High School DECA State Career Development Conference

Sun, 10 May 2009 12:00:00 -0400

May 10, 2009

Parchment sent 24 students to compete in the 63rd annual DECA State Career Development Conference in Dearborn, Michigan competing in areas of business aptitude testing.

In all, six students...

High School Students Participate in Regional HOSA Competition

Sun, 10 May 2009 12:00:00 -0400

May 10, 2009

Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is a national student organization that promotes career opportunities for students going into the health care industry.

The Kalamazoo Regional...

Band Boosters Rummage Sale to be Held May 9

Fri, 08 May 2009 12:00:00 -0400

May 8, 2009

It's time again for the Parchment Band Boosters annual rummage sale this Saturday, May 9, at the Middle School from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Proceeds will go towards the Disney trip next spring.

Preschool Enrollment Information

Fri, 01 May 2009 12:00:00 -0400

May 1, 2009

We are fortunate to have preschool program for children ages 2 1/2 to 5 at Northwood Elementary and are filling slots now for next year's classes.

If you have a child turning 4 before...

Students Headed to International Marketing Competition

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400

(as featured in the Kalamazoo Gazette)

April 27, 2009

Source: by Alison Black | Special to the Gazette

PARCHMENT -- Business is a big sell at Parchment High School.

Approximately 70 of the high school's students are now affiliated with DECA, an international association of students studying...

Childcare, Preschool and Summer Mini Camps Fall & Summer Program Registration

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400

April 17, 2009

Summer & fall pricing and registration information for childcare, preschool and summer mini camps is now available.

Please stop in or call the Childcare Center office if you would like to...

Kindergarten and Preschool Applications Accepted Now

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400

April 16, 2009

We are fortunate to have preschool programs for children ages 2 � to 5 at Northwood, and are filling slots now for next year's classes. If you have a child who is turning 4 before December 1st, he...

Parchment Band News

Sat, 04 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400

April 4, 2009

The Parchment Winter Drumline received 2nd place out of 5 in Scholastic A at the Troy Athens MCGC competition in February.

The Parchment Band received STRAIGHT ONES and ALL A'S at the...

Kindergarten and Preschool Applications Accepted Now

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400

April 3, 2009

We are fortunate to have preschool programs for children ages 2 � to 5 at Northwood, and are filling slots now for
next year's classes.

If you have a child who is turning 4 before...

Springtime Severe Weather Procedure Reminder

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400

April 3, 2009

Spring sometimes brings severe weather along with the green grass and the daffodils. Our School District Policy states that we will remain in session during a tornado watch, a tornado warning or a...

Emergency School Closing TV & Radio Station List

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0400

April 2, 2009

TV and Radio Stations that the Parchment School District will use to communicate information for Tornado Watch or Warnings, Severe Weather Warning or closure of any kind have changed since the...

Band Boosters to Hold Rummage Sale

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -0400

March 27, 2009

The Parchment Band Boosters are planning a Rummage Sale for Saturday, April 18th from 9:00-4:00 pm. More details will be coming.

Kinship Care Program

Fri, 20 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -0400

March 20, 2009

An Information Series will be held every Tuesday until May 19 for families raising grandchildren, nieces or nephews, brothers or sisters.

It is held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at King Westwood...

Grad Bash Fundraisers Continue in Anticipation of Big Night

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -0400

(as featured in the Kalamazoo Gazette)

March 19, 2009

Source: Richard E. Holcomb
Job Title: Special to Hometown Gazette

BY RICHARD E. HOLCOMB
Special to Hometown Gazette

PARCHMENT -- The current economy affects us on many levels. Organizations and businesses are forced to enact cutbacks due to lack of...

Severe Weather Procedure

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -0400

March 16, 2009

Michigan weather often brings unexpected severe conditions. Our School District Policy states that we will remain in session during a tornado watch, a tornado warning or a severe weather warning.<...

Kalamazoo Nature Center Camp Applications Available

Fri, 06 Mar 2009 12:00:00 -0500

March 6, 2009

Kalamazoo Nature Center Camp application forms are now available in the Middle School office.

Scholarships are offered (Campership Program) that cover up to 80% of the program fees.

Parchment Grad Bash Selling "Enjoy the City" Books

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 12:00:00 -0500

Get great coupons to local restaurants and businesses

February 10, 2009

Parchment Grad Bash 2009 is selling the Kalamazoo Enjoy the City books for $20.

This...

High School Construction Project Continues

Sat, 24 Jan 2009 12:00:00 -0500

Gym is Officially Open!

January 24, 2009

Construction at Parchment High School continues to go smoothly. The gym project is now completed, and opened with a special Gym Jam celebration on January 17.

Parchment Community...