Dear Panther Family,
As we enter the holiday season, I want to express my sincere gratitude for your continued partnership, support, and commitment to Parchment School District. Our focus remains on what matters most: our students, our community, and the future of our schools. As we continue shaping the path forward, we are committed to listening, learning, and working together to create the strongest possible future for every student.
Under our guiding theme of One Parchment, we are focused on strengthening the connections that unite our schools, families, and community. A stronger district begins with a shared sense of pride, purpose, and belonging, along with a commitment to ensuring every student has access to the opportunities, resources, and support needed to succeed.
This work includes strengthening academic programming, creating greater alignment in instruction across grade levels, and expanding student supports. Our goal is to ensure every child is challenged, encouraged, and equipped to reach their full potential. By working together, we can build greater consistency across our schools, foster stronger relationships, and create a brighter future for Parchment—one student, one school, and one community at a time.
We are also excited to explore new opportunities to make our district operations more efficient and sustainable through electric school buses. Parchment’s compact geographic footprint makes our district an ideal setting to evaluate the potential benefits of this technology, including operating costs, reliability, and environmental impact. Be sure to keep an eye out for our three new electric buses on the roads after Thanksgiving! We look forward to learning from this initiative and sharing our progress with the community.
There are also many opportunities to come together and celebrate our Panther community throughout the holiday season:
● Veterans Dinner | November 10, 5:00–7:00 p.m. Join the PHS Student Council as we honor and recognize those who have served our country.
● Staff Basketball Game | November 19 at 6:00 p.m. Come cheer on our district staff as they take the court at Parchment High School.
● Wassailing Events | December 2, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Join us at Parchment Middle School for an evening of caroling, performances, crafts, games, and holiday fun.
While this season brings opportunities for celebration, we also recognize that the holidays can be a challenging time for some individuals and families. A simple check-in, an offer of assistance, or an unexpected act of kindness can make a meaningful difference. I encourage you to take a moment to review the resources included in this newsletter, whether your family could benefit from additional support or you are looking for ways to lend a helping hand to others.
As the year draws to a close, I am especially grateful for the countless ways our students, staff, families, and community members continue to support one another. The strength of our district is not measured solely by our accomplishments, but also by the relationships we build, the opportunities we create, and the care we show one another. That is what makes Parchment special, and it is something we should all take pride in.
Thank you for being an important part of our Panther family and for the role you play in making our schools and community a wonderful place to learn, grow, and belong.
On behalf of everyone at Parchment School District, I wish you and your loved ones a holiday season filled with peace, connection, and joy.
