Delightful Moments

 

Mrs. Hayes called all of us to gather in the gym.

News?  An announcement of some kind...we wondered.

Then a woman appeared, looking for Mrs. Gray.

(We think Principal Hayes was keeping a secret!)

Our Kristi Gray was named
a 2026 Golden Apple educator!

WTHI-TV News Director Susan Dinkel 

made the surprise announcement.

There was no keeping Mrs. Gray's class in their seats.

Being a part of this history is pretty exciting.

Congratulations!

Enjoy the moments on a special day:

https://www.wthitv.com/features/golden-apple/lawrenceville-teacher-wins-golden-apple-award-for-dedication-to-students/article_711c968f-fbcf-4464-8ed8-bcb85d89a1e1.html   

It's Our Way

The Artemis ll mission successfully accomplished the 1st
lunar flyby in over 50 years, returning to Earth on April 10th.

Mrs. Gray's 2nd graders have

been preparing for a rocket launch.

Gather materials, measuring, and
designing is all part of the process.

Partners check with each other,
if needed, as they assemble their crafts.

It's all systems "go" for them to finish
and be ready for blast-off on Friday, April 17th.

Good Luck!

Grand News from School

  

Eastern Illinois University recently named our

very own Mrs. Mendenhall as a Distinguished

Music Educator.

Congratulations on this special honor!    

  

Days of Honor and Celebration

We were thrilled to have Officer Nick Earnest
and his majestic K9 named Lucian, at Parkside during 

Red Ribbon Week 2025.

All hands on deck, as Officer Middlecoat answered

pupils' questions about how to safely avoid substance abuse.  

In a Veterans Day salute, fourth graders proudly
performed songs & readings honoring both the history
and service of  the men and women of the United State Military.  

Guests, many of whom are veterans, were invited 

 to view "The Wall of Honor," during their visit to Parkside.  

  

The project, originally started by Mrs. Amy Ryan, invites
pupils to interview and share information about a beloved veteran. 

A wonderful thing has happened!  The news about
 our "The Wall of Honor" has spread, along with the tributes.

Students, staff, relatives, and friends near & far are involved. 

#ParksideProud

Join Us at a Parkside Tradition!

 

WAKO Radio professional Mr. Arvin Hawkins invited us to

explain details of our "Family Reading Night" celebration.

Kendrick's research of the event, sponsored by the
 State Librarian, has been celebrated in Illinois for over 30 years.

Hayden reported that Mrs. Hayes feels the evening will be a

fine way for guests to celebrate a love of books & learning.

She's hosted lots of fun and laughter, for 18 years.

Did you know we have an annual school-wide reading goal

of 30,000 AR points?  Lynnex mentioned Mrs. Hayes and

teachers challenge us to read both at home & in school. 

Aubrey revealed a special, new treat at the event this year.  
Fourth graders researched leaders across history & have recreated their stories for you to enjoy.  Come and hear
how Parkside's "Famous Persons Project" comes alive!

"Family Reading Night" is celebrated on
Thursday November 20th from 4:00 - 6:30 P.M. 

*Fun  *Games  *Crafts 

*Books  *Surprises

Your "Sunday Smile!"

Thanks to 1st Grade teacher Drewsella Compton for creating a QR code
that enables you to follow "Shining Moments" all year long.

#SpreadTheWord!

Fourth graders have been keeping "tabs" on the
pumpkins that Mrs. Ryan's students planted on our campus
 

There's no lack of creativity or fun in our Preschool classes.

When writing, Mrs. Stevenson's Kindergarteners are mastering  

the use of handy little "Spacemen" to include spaces between words.  

We're celebrating "Family Reading Night," (4:00 - 6:30 P.M.) 

on Thursday November 20th.  Save the date and join in on all the fun! 

We're "on-the-way" to achieving our reading goal of 30,000 + AR points.

Mr. Bailey's third graders' writing project is reaching

out to a favorite professional football team or a business.
Ryder had the honor of hearing from The Dallas Cowboy organization.

Come back here to "Shining Moments" as we share Parkside's important
celebration of honor and pride for veterans from our
community, both past and present.

A Special October

 

"Boots Up," during Red Ribbon Week.

Did you hear Mrs. Ryan's class grew pumpkins?  

Giddy-up!

Mrs. Morgan recently accompanied

her father on his Honor Flight, to Washington D.C. 

Pupils made cards for Mrs. Morgan's
dad, during art classes.  Thank you Mrs. Shick!

Hooray!  The Cozy Cup Cafe is
 open again and the entire staff is amazing!  

"We believe we can change the world."