Welcome to Summer Academy 2024, where adventure awaits! We are excited to embark on this journey of learning and fun with our students. The newsletter link below contains all of the essential details about Summer Academy, including information on the parent orientation happening tonight at PJH.
https://secure.smore.com/n/pdn13
Congratulations to our Parker Junior High Falcons who were promoted to high school at tonight's graduation ceremony. Reach for the stars and continue to make us proud.
The stars were bright last night for the celebratory 8th grade dance. The students posed for 📸 and 🕺 🪩 💃🏼 to the 🎶.
A heartfelt thank you to the Parker Junior High PTO, parent volunteers, and PJH staff who made last night's dance one to remember!
Share your favorite photos in the comments ⬇️
Join your friends from our SD 161 schools for an end-of-school-year celebration next Tuesday, May 28, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Parker Junior High School. See you there!
Congratulations to the newly inducted members of the Parker Junior High National Junior Honor Society.
Thank you to Ms. Fotopoulos and Ms. Senodenos for putting together such a lovely celebration of the students who were recognized tonight.
Together, the NJHS raised over $2,000 this year through their fundraising efforts. The students voted and decided to donated the money to St. Jude Children's Hospital, Tinley Park PAWS, and Feed My Starving Children.
Congratulations to all of the NJHS members. You make us Falcon proud!
Thank you Parker Instructional Coaches (Tiffaney Washington and Stephanie Levy) and Media Center Specialist (Sarah Rudenga). We appreciate the hard work you do for our scholars and staff everyday!
‼️ Hats off to PJH 8th grader Xavier for setting a new school record in the 400m dash at State! We are proud of your incredible performance. Keep flying past those finish lines! 👟 ⚡️
#FlashbackFriday to our BOGO book fair and Family Reading Night! It was filled with exciting activities, delicious food from the food trucks, and, of course, BOOKS! Huge thanks to everyone who joined us and to the amazing organizers. 📚 Looking for a fantastic summer read? Swing by and chat with Ms. Rudenga before the school year ends!
Yesterday students from the third and fourth quarter were recognized for their positive behavior in and out of the classroom. Parker Junior High is thrilled to recognize the good choices our students make. Keep up the good work, Falcons!
Don't miss the choir concert tonight at 6:30 in the North gym.
See you there!
Huge shout out to Parker JHS Grade Level Deans. We appreciate your hard work displayed with our scholars and staff everyday!
Last week we shared with you that the Lost and Found is overflowing with hats, coats, jackets and shoes.
‼️ Parents can check the Lost and Found Items in the Main Lobby on May 17th from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
Happy Monday,Falcons!
Big Shout Out to our amazing Physical Education Team! Thank you for keeping our students actively engaged while having fun! We appreciate your creativity and flexibility. Again thank you for all that you do! #ParkerProud
Thank you Math Team for providing the tools necessary for scholar success! We appreciate your energy displayed everyday!
Last week, PJH staff and Dr. Smith welcomed our incoming 6th-grade families during an informational meeting. We look forward to seeing our #FUTUREFALCONS walking the halls of Parker Junior High.
Have you read this week's newsletter? Click the link to catch up on all information related to PJH for this week. https://secure.smore.com/n/0hmtg
Thank you to the INCREDIBLE Social Science Teachers at Parker Jr. High School. The time, effort, and care to provide rigor to our scholars has not gone unnoticed. Your students, parents, and administrators say thanks for all that you do! #ParkerProud
HIP HIP HOORAY to our AVID Team! AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination. AVID Team, thanks so much for preparing our scholars to be college and career ready! #ParkerProud
Thank you to our special education teachers at Parker! You go above and beyond every day to support our scholars. We appreciate you!
Have you misplaced something at school? Our lost and found is overflowing with goodies waiting to be reunited with their owners. We have jackets, water bottles, and maybe even a few shoes! Swing by over the next two weeks to reclaim your lost items before they are donated to a local charity.
Thank you!
