Welcome
Dear Parkdale Families,
Welcome to Parkdale High School! As we plan for a new school year, we remain committed to maintaining high standards of learning for every student. The collective experiences and expertise of our teachers, our students’ willingness to engage in learning and the support of our parent community help make Parkdale High School the best school in PGCPS.
We are excited about the possibilities ahead for this school year. The teachers and staff members at Parkdale High School are dedicated to educating all of our students in an engaging, supportive, and collaborative environment. We look forward to partnering with you to ensure the social emotional well being and academic success of our students.
To kick off the year on a positive note, we have some important information and dates to share with you:
SchoolMAX Parent Portal
Registering for the SchoolMAX Family Portal will be critical to tracking your student’s progress and receiving important school communications and announcements. If you have not registered, we encourage you to visit the SchoolMAX Information Page for details about registering. Once you have registered, you can use the PGCPS Family Portal to view grades and attendance for your student, and it will allow us to communicate with you through School Messenger. This will also allow us to send information to you by phone, email, and/or text. You may contact Ms. Sandra Powell
(sandra.powell@pgcps.org) for any questions pertaining to the SchoolMax Family Portal.
School IDs
Parkdale student uniforms with student ID badges will be strictly enforced to maintain a safe and secure environment.
Mandatory Uniform Policy
Bottoms:
● Khaki (tan) - colored pants, skirts, skorts or shorts
● No leggings or sweatpants
Tops:
● Plain polo or golf-style shirts, either short sleeve or long sleeve
○ 9th and 10th Grade - White
○ 11th and 12th Grade - Black
Student ID:
● A student ID badge must be worn at all times, suspended from the student's neck on a breakaway class color lanyard. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Outerwear:
● Black or white HOODLESS sweaters and sweatshirts may be worn; however, No HOODED items will be allowed to
be worn in the school building. Outwear can not have any inappropriate language or designs.
Head Coverings
● Head coverings are allowed for religious or medical purposes only.
Shoes
● Closed-toe shoes only. For safety reasons, No CROCS.
Book Bags
● As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure learning environment, all book bags, backpacks, briefcases, cross-body bags, etc., must be clear, with NO EXCEPTIONS. Personal items may be kept in a small pouch within the clear book bag. This measure will help us ensure the safety of everyone in our school community.
Staying Engaged and Connected
PGCPS alert system called School Messenger is an important means of school-to-home communication. All contact information in this alert platform is imported directly from the School Max Family portal. It is important that we have the correct phone numbers, email, and home addresses for your scholar. Click here to learn how to register, reset your password, or change your address information.
Transportation
If you require transportation to and from school, the transportation department will send specific information directly to eligible students and families.
School Hours/Early Dismissal
Classes begin promptly at 7:45 a.m. and conclude at 2:25 p.m. Students should arrive at school by 7:30 a.m. Early dismissal MUST be completed by 1:45 pm; we will not honor early dismissals after that time.
Academic Concerns
Please ensure the classroom teacher is the first person you email or call regarding your child’s academics. If the matter is still unresolved, please contact your child’s grade-level professional school counselor or administrator by email or phone. A school directory is forthcoming.
Please help us to ensure your scholar’s academic success by:
● making attendance to school a priority - instruction begins promptly at 7:45 a.m. daily.
● expecting and monitoring homework Monday through Friday and projects on a regular basis.
● monitoring weekly academic progress through SchoolMAX.
● allotting time for reading and reviewing lessons on a nightly basis.
● communicating on a regular basis with teachers.
● stressing the importance of following all school policies and procedures.
o no outside/fast food deliveries (i.e., UberEats, Door-Dash, Grub-Hub, Carryout, or any other sources of
delivery including parents).
o once students arrive at school, they are not permitted to leave school grounds without parental consent( Under no circumstances). Parents/Guardians must report to the main office to sign out students, and must present appropriate photo ID.
Throughout the year, we will offer a wide array of clubs, sports teams, and activities catering to various interests. Please get involved and maximize your high school experience. We encourage all students to set personal goals, embrace new challenges, and take advantage of the support from our dedicated faculty and staff.
Parkdale High School is not just a place for learning; it's a community that nurtures talents, dreams, and ambitions. As you enter the new academic year, we are confident that our scholars will continue to make us proud with their accomplishments and contributions.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to our administrative team. We are here to support you in every way possible.
Sincerely,
Tasha Graves
Dr. Tasha Graves
Principal