
Inside Parkway
September 29, 2022

Relevant information and updates for Parkway employees
Check out Inside Parkway online, our employee website, for more information and resources throughout the year. Staff newsletters will be archived on this website.
Substitutes still needed
As you may know, we're in critical need of substitute teachers. Substitute teaching is a great opportunity to be a mentor and help students become the best versions of themselves. They are essential to ensuring our students continue to learn and grow every day. If someone you know may be a good fit, please share this link to apply.
Free and fun opportunities for physical activity
Social Group Activities:
- In person zumba and yoga @ Claymont, 4:20 pm learn more and sign up for a class
- In person zumba @ Transportation, 5 pm on Tuesdays learn more
- Join Pedal Parkway for 3 more rides this fall and get in the loop for the spring session! Learn more
Individual Activities:
- Central Middle Gym is open for employees, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Monday -Thursday learn more
- Virtual zumba and yoga on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, learn more and sign up for a class
We have a bond issue on the November 8 ballot
As you may know, Parkway is on the November 8 ballot with a no-tax-rate-increase bond issue. Learn more about Proposition S here.
See what's in it for our schools here. Key projects funded by Prop S would ensure more safe, secure and accessible learning environments for our students. If approved, Prop S will fund projects across all 29 Parkway schools for the next six years (2023-2028) to keep our aging buildings in good working order.
Wellness resources for you
- Mental Wellbeing Support (Two new supports are available, six total)
- Thirteen classes with Community Ed, 50% off for Parkway employees
- Save time and money with healthcare at CareATC
Tee up with Parkway Alumni Association
Save the date to play golf at the Parkway Golf Tournament on Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, at 10 a.m.! The PAA will host this annual event again at Forest Park Golf Course, one of the most popular public golf courses in the Midwest.
Fees this year are $120 per golfer - the fee includes snacks and lunch on the course and appetizers during the awards presentation following the tournament. Register early online today!
Know what to do in an emergency
Find out what you'll hear in an emergency and what it means. Click here to view our emergency response guide. Print a PDF here. Parkway Security Department's crisis response procedures can be found here and covers everything from important phone numbers and reporting procedures.
People of Parkway – Doug Hoover
Doug Hoover has been the Director of Bands and Music Department Leader at Parkway Central for over 30 years now. During that time he has touched the lives of staff and students a like. The impact he has was evident on his first day of school photo with comments like "Legend," "mentor," "friend," and so many more. It's clear the numerous awards and news features are secondary to his passion for teaching.
Socially Awesome - What's trending on Parkway's social media?
National Arts in Education Week
We celebrated National Arts in Education Week by asking students what art means to them. Click here to see what they said.
National Voter Registration Day
We put together an infographic resource regarding voter registration. For the full infographic of need to know info click here.
Parkway Homecoming 2022
Homecoming season is in the books! For photos of the festivities click here.
Staff feature photo – The staff at Shenandoah Valley Elementary
Today's newsletter background features the staff at Shenandoah Valley Elementary.
If you have a group photo of your school staff or department that you would like to be featured in an upcoming staff newsletter, email connect@parkwayschools.net
Upcoming dates
October
- Disability History and Awareness Month
- National School Principal Month
- Walk and Bike to School Month
October 3-7 Fire Prevention Week
October 4-5 No Events or Testing (Yom Kippur)
October 5 Walk and Bike to School Day
October 6 Early Release Day
October 7-10 Fall Break - No Classes
October 10-14 National School Lunch Week
For more information on district events, click here.