Parsons Tennis is training the next generation of players during Summer Tennis Camp. Following warm-ups, these Pre-K and Kindergarten children were learning the basics of controlling their racquets, the ball, and their form under the tutelage of seasoned players.
1 day ago, Colleen Williamson
One of the 1st - 5th grade students participating in the Summer Tennis Camp this month may well be one of the next future state tennis champions from Parsons High School. The youths spent the morning honing their basic skills in preparation for one day dominating the court.
1 day ago, Colleen Williamson
The Chamber, Parsons USD 503 representatives, City Commissioners, memorial designer Jim Kutz, attendees of Douglass School, and residents of Parsons gathered for the ribbon cutting at the Douglass School Memorial today. The QR Code on the memorial provides access to history.
4 days ago, Colleen Williamson
We have just a few more elementary yearbooks left at each elementary building. Cost is $25.00.
4 days ago, Parsons District Schools
Kids Eat Free! Summer Food Program - Labette Health Food & Nutrition!
10 days ago, Matthew Peak
Parsons USD 503 celebrated the retirement of four of its staff Wednesday, who altogether have devoted 67 years to the district. Retiring were Belinda Cornell, Brenda Ozier, Eric Swanson, and Krisiti Nelson. We wish you all the best in your retirement!
16 days ago, Colleen Williamson
School's Out! Have a great summer!
17 days ago, Colleen Williamson
Reminder: Early dismissal today!
17 days ago, Colleen Williamson
Think you might want to drive a school bus? Come give it a try!
Friday was Park Day for Garfield second grade. Students had a blast getting outside in the sunshine and getting active.
28 days ago, Colleen Williamson
We celebrate our School Communicators today for all they do!
29 days ago, Colleen Williamson
The audience erupted with laughter and applause Thursday as Parsons Middle School students presented the play "The 10 Best/Worst Things About Middle School." Under the direction of Barb McCoy, students characterized the best /worst years of your life - the friends, memories, life lessons, and of course the inevitably haunting embarrassments that leave emotional scars for years to come. Kudos for a great performance!
29 days ago, Colleen Williamson
Thanks to a grant written by Guthridge Fourth Grade Teacher Cody Holmes to Teach Kind Science, and assistance from PHS Health Careers Teacher Mary Friess, Holmes' students were able to dissect a synthetic frog and compare the anatomy with human anatomy on a model. The fourth graders, assisted in the dissection by PHS CNA students, had a great learning experience.
29 days ago, Colleen Williamson
At around 1:30 this afternoon, the Parsons Police Department received a phone call from a male making a threat against the Parsons High School. PHS was immediately put into a Secure Hold and all other buildings were put into a Hold. Multiple Parsons Officers responded to the high school interior and perimeter.
The PPD was later notified by the State Fusion Center that multiple threats were being received statewide. This appears to be a statewide SWATTING incident.
The safety and security of our students and staff remain our top priority. Thank you for your cooperation, patience, and support.
about 1 month ago, Matthew Peak
Parsons USD 503 administrators and staff often put themselves in the hot-seat, so to say, by being targets as rewards or for fundraisers. PHS Principal Rob Barcus, Assistant Principal Tyler Thompson and Athletic Director Chris Ball were left wishing for the "hot seat" as they became willing victims subjecting themselves to getting soaked with buckets of ice water Tuesday. The sudden drop in temperatures to the 50s didn't deter these dedicated authority figures from helping the FCCLA raise funds to compete at nationals, but by the end, getting taped to a wall or getting a pie in the face probably sounded pretty good.
about 1 month ago, Colleen Williamson
The last Orchestra concert of the year is for kids! Bring them out!
