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Intermediate School Summer To-Do List

This is an online version of the handout provided at the New Family Barbecue. It is meant to be a guide for items that you can do ahead of the start of school, however, it is not exhaustive. Please continue to monitor your email regarding additional updates and further instructions to ensure your family is fully prepared for the start of the school year. If you have any questions, please email info@fwparker.org. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you soon!
 
Please note, items are listed chronologically, and those with asterisks (*) are optional.

July

  • Review your Profile in the Portal and update information as needed (available Monday, July 15).

  • Subscribe to the Blue Calendar (available Monday, July 15).

  • Submit your tuition payment via Blackbaud Tuition Management by Monday, July 15.

  • Learn how to use the Parker Portal with Director of Communications Nick Saracino and Director of Technology Pete Evans at Parker Portal 101 on Wednesday, July 17 at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.*

  • Submit your Magnus Health Requirements through the Portal by Saturday, July 20.

  • Set up a food service account (additional information will be available in July).*

August

  • Review Start of School Information to be sent via email the week of August 12, including:
    • Submit the digital Technology Use Agreement form before Friday, August 30.
    • Items to be reviewed before the first day of school, Wednesday, September 4:
      • Class List
      • Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
      • Planned Absence Process
      • Early Dismissal and Late Arrival Process

  • Review information about Extended Day programs, Parker PM (after school care) and Parker PLUS (after school classes); registration will be available in September.*

  • Attend the Parents’ Association New SK–5th Grade Ice Cream Social on Tuesday, August 27 from 3:30–5 p.m.*

  • Attend Intermediate School Parent/Guardian/Teacher Intake Meetings on Wednesday, August 28 and Thursday, August 29.

September

  • Attend the JK–5 Open House on Tuesday, September 3 from 2–3:30 p.m.

  • Attend the First Day of School on Wednesday, September 4.

  • Sign Up for a New Parent Meeting: Parker Community Overview with the Development and Alumni Office.

  • Attend IS Curriculum Night on Tuesday, September 10 at 6 p.m.
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