Parsons USD 503 staff returned Monday and after a wonderful breakfast together, and catching up, they participated in information sessions, ice breakers, and trainings. Staff are excited for another year of educating our amazing students! #PKallDay
Parsons USD 503 administration and board members continued their annual tradition of serving a "Thank You" breakfast to all staff Monday, as they returned to their schools and classrooms. Let's Go Vikes. #PKallDay.
Back to School Bash for 6th to 8th Graders - Presented by Curious Minds
Better Life Nutrition reached out to customers recently, encouraging donations of school supplies for Parsons USD 503 students. Customers gladly obliged to help students in need. Thank you Better Life for your kindness and consideration for USD 503 students!
Gearing up for a good school year. substitute teachers were provided with a training opportunity today. About 25 subs, with a variety of experience, attended and engaged in the professional development, enhancing their skills in working with students to help them succeed.
Maintenance and cafeteria staff underwent CPR training Wednesday. They are also trained on the use of AEDs and Epi Pens. All staff in USD 503 is trained for the event of an emergency, helping insure someone is able to respond if CPR or other temporary emergency aid is needed.
New teachers to the district participated in orientation and training Wednesday, helping familiarize them with various aspects of the district and introduce them to applications and programs they will be using in their classrooms.
New staff to USD 503 were invited to have lunch with Board of Education members, district and building administrations, and department directors., helping acquaint them with other people in the district.
District maintenance personnel worked Monday morning repainting parking lines and handicap parking spots around Parsons High School - one more step in preparations for the start of the 2024-2025 school year. Thank you gentlemen, for all your hard work this summer!
In-person enrollment is underway at all schools from 9 to 6 p.m. today. If you haven't enrolled yet and are new to the district, or just need a little assistance, there are people on hand to help. Four-year-old preschool screenings are also being conducted at Lincoln. Welcome!
The city is in the process of painting crosswalks by schools. Please exercise caution. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/G2KixVvoHwGwGyNE/?mibextid=WC7FNe
An integral part of one of the best seasons in Parsons Vikings football history, Cade Brown has earned the 2023-24 Parsons Sun High School Boys Athlete of the Year honor.
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Enroll your PHS student by Friday, Aug. 9, and they will automatically be entered in our drawing!
Parsons Elementary School principals returned to work today, preparing for the start of 2024-2025 school year. Teachers return Aug. 19 and students begin Aug. 22, with a full day for all grades. Enrollment is open online. Enjoy the rest of your summer break!
Youth in K-6th Grade are invited to play flag football free, thanks to Shaun Hill..
K-6th grade Girls Youth Volleyball registration is now open.
Check Enrollment off your To-Do list by enrolling today and help staff out by not waiting until the last minute. The start of school is just around the corner.
Drought took its toll last year and Hinman Tree Service has been hard at work removing several dead trees from around Parsons District Schools, helping ensure safety of students, staff and property. Initial discussions have taken place regarding replacing memorial trees.
SCAM ALERT: It appears someone is pretending to be USD 503 Superintendent Lori Ray via text and is soliciting gift cards for USD 503 staff. It's a SCAM.
Anything from Ms. Ray or the district will come to you through Thrillshare. Please help spread the word! Thank you.
