Which students will go to
Rosa Parks Elementary?
All students living in the Rosa Parks Elementary community will go to the
new elementary.
How do I register my
Kindergarten student?
Kindergarten registration will be March 6th at the Rosa Parks
Elementary beginning at 1:00. If you have a child that will be
entering Kindergarten, please register them that day. Bring a copy of
your child’s birth certificate and an immunization record to the
registration. If you have not registered your child yet, please
visit the office.
Will there be any buses to
this school?
No. According to school district guidelines, this will be a
“walking school” meaning that there will be no school buses. Bussing
will be provided for band, orchestra and Quests students. Take a
look at this article about the walking trend.
Make Way For The Walking Bus.
Will it be safe for my
child to walk or ride their bike?
Many students will be walking or riding bikes to our school every
day. Staff and student safety patrols will be present to keep your
children safe. We would encourage your child to walk with an adult and
to stick with groups of friends from your neighborhood. Not only is it
fun, it is also healthy.
I live in Parkside and
that’s a long walk to school. Should I drive my child to school?
You certainly could. However, groups of parents in Parkside and
Turnstone are dealing with the distance by coordinating neighborhood
walking groups. We fully support this type of thinking.
Is this an arts magnet
school?
No. This is a neighborhood school in which all subjects will be
taught and not one subject focused on more than any other. We hold high
expectations for our students in the areas of math, science and
literacy. We plan to pursue the arts in creative ways to enhance the
academic achievement of all of our students.
If you include the arts,
does that mean that other subjects will receive less instructional time?
No. Through the process of integration, the arts will blend into
other subject areas. Examples may include learning a math concept
through a drama experience, a song about Civil Rights, or scientific
drawings.
Will there be an E.L.L.
program for students that don’t speak English?
Rosa Parks Elementary will not house an E.L.L. program. Students requiring
E.L.L. services will receive them at another district school.
Is there a PTSA? How do I
join?
Yes.
Will there be a Boys and
Girls Club at the school?
Yes- it will offer before and after school activities.
Will orchestra or band be
offered at the school?
Yes. Both orchestra and band will be offered but not at
Rosa Parks Elementary.
Students will attend these activities at Dickinson (Orchestra) and
Evergreen Jr. High (band). Transportation for these activities (buses)
will be provided.
What extracurricular
programs will be available at the school?
Right now we are planning a variety of extracurricular activities.
Some possibilities include chess club, math club, Battle of the Books,
after-school drama, and a skateboard club. We will definitely have
plenty of fun, educational activities.
What opportunities will
there be for my 5th or 6th grader?
Safety patrol is a great opportunity for 5th and 6th
graders. In addition, 6th graders will have Outdoor
Education camp in the spring and will have other leadership
possibilities in the school.
When will we get to vote on
the name of the school?
Click here.
Who decided the school
mascot and school colors?
Our students! Just like students got to vote for the name, they
will be able to vote for school colors and a mascot.
