Membership in the PTO allows you to join with other interested parents, teachers and faculty members to improve opportunities for our Parkway Christian students.

Your family’s membership dues help Parkway Christian by providing immediate funds for the needs of our students and teachers. Your contributions are used to provide a variety of enriching programs and activities for students, which would otherwise be unavailable.

By joining the PTO and volunteering at the school, you will be investing in the lives and education of all the Parkway Christian students!

The PTO would like to thank you for your continued prayers, generosity and support.

Our annual fundraiser allows us to spend an evening of fellowship, charity, and good times with one another. The event includes a delicious dinner, music, dancing, and silent and live auctions. The Gala night provides a great opportunity to unite our Parkway community as we share the common goal of raising funds to enhance our school and the education of our children. This year the monies raised from our Gala will go towards funding an indoor gymnasium with stage for school programs and performances.

In order for us to reach our fundraising goals and to fuel our future successes, we count on the continued support of our generous donors and families with our upcoming silent and live auctions. Parkway Christian School donors and sponsors, not only help our school, but also promote their business and products to a target audience of nearly 250 attendees. Auction items will be displayed, individuals can bid and purchase tickets online at www.BiddingForGood.com/parkway increasing a company’s visibility to several hundred more supporters of Parkway Christian School who are not able to attend the Gala.

If you or someone you know would like to donate an item or service to our annual gala, please email Rebecca Bossman, our Administrator of Program Advancement (rbossman@pcs-fl.net) or call her (954-424-6425).

Volunteer Opportunities

Our parent volunteers make Parkway Christian School great! There are many ways for parents and grandparents to get involved and help our school.

Classroom Volunteering (includes but not limited to: centers, field trips, parties, etc.)

School Store

Media Center

Parent Ambassador Program

Special Events (i.e. Boosterthon, Grandparents Day, How Down, Book Fair, Christmas Shop, etc.)

Lunch Room Volunteer - to volunteer click here http://vols.pt/ZP3Ukx

Parkway Christian School families can leave a lasting legacy both physically and monetarily. Parkway Christian School invites you to be a part of a very special commemorative opportunity and support the school with a one-time donation that will last a lifetime.

The Legacy Walk (formerly known as The Children's Walk) is proudly displayed throughout the breezeway with commemorative bricks purchased by our Parkway families. Partner with us and leave a lasting memory.

Buy a brick (or 2) for the school’s the Legacy Walk in honor of a child, in memory of a loved one, to recognize your company…or simply show your love of God and commitment to our children’s future.

Bricks are $100 each

4” x 8” Bricks

3 Lines per Brick

20 characters per line (including spaces and punctuation)

Contact Susan Smith, susansmith@pcs-fl.net, to leave your legacy today.

Probably the easiest way to give back– Box Tops for Education!

For every Box Top you clip, Parkway Christian School will receive 10 cents. That may not sound like a lot, but it adds up quickly!

Support while you shop. Amazon Smile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to Parkway Christian School.

One Friday a month from September through May the school has an optional Spirit Day. Students may choose to dress out of uniform on these days for a minimum donation of $1 per student per day. The money collected goes to a different charity each month.

Here are the chairties we support with links to their site:

September 7 - Kid’s Cancer Awareness

October 5 - Women’s Mission in Guatemala

November 2 - Harvest Drive

December 14 - Sheridan House Toy Drive

January 11 - Sally Walker Scholarship

February 8 - Jump Rope for Heart

February 19-22 - Middle School Spirit Week

March 1 - Sheridan House Single Mom Ministry

April 12 - JDRF

May 3 - Star Wars May the 4th

As members of Parkway Christian Church, we confess that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, and proclaim him Lord and Savior of the world. In Christ’s name and by His grace, we accept our mission of witness and service to all people. We rejoice in God, the maker of heaven and earth, and in the covenant of love, which binds us to God and one another. Through baptism into Christ, we enter into newness of life and are made one with the whole people of God. In the communion of the Holy Spirit, we are joined together in discipleship and in obedience to Christ. Within the universal 7 church, we receive the gift of ministry and the light of scripture. In the bonds of Christian faith, we yield ourselves to God who we serve, the One whose kingdom has no end. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen. Christian spirituality is a way of life that relates to who and what we are and to whom and what God is as revealed in Jesus Christ and as experienced through the Holy Spirit. We encourage one another in the spiritual disciplines and practices through which we open ourselves to being shaped by God. Those disciplines include prayer, Bible study, worship, stewardship, service, study of the church’s tradition and hospitality to strangers. Our spiritual development ministries range from teaching children to love Jesus to helping adults live Christ-like lives. One of these ministries is Parkway Christian School. We are devoted to excellence in the spiritual development of the children attending, as well as their educational development. Our goal is to prepare students to live in a diverse society with their Christian Faith centered on Christ’s love, example, and teaching. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen.

●To aim to glorify God in all that we do.

● To build the foundation of our school on Christ, Character and Community.

● To maintain an innovative curriculum that strives towards excellence.

● To demonstrate character traits and the Fruit of the Spirit from Galatians. We expect responsible, ethical, and Christ-centered behavior both personally and professionally.

● To encourage open communication and creative thinking.

● To promote teamwork among the entire Parkway family that will enhance our community spirit.

● To encourage and enhance student, parent, and family relationships.

Parkway’s Portrait of a Graduate allows parents, constituents and prospective students to get a snapshot of what our students look like when they graduate. Our goal is to create and maintain a partnership between home and school to develop the following qualities.

Poised

Self-advocacy

Selfless

Goal Oriented

Virtuous

Forward Thinker

Confident

Character Driven

Motivated

Disciple of Christ Relational

Global Awareness

Organized

Positive Digital Citizen

Respectful

Effective Communicator

Responsible

Critical/Analytical Thinker

Well Rounded

Involved in Community Outreach

Art is just one of the specials we offer at Parkway Christian School. Here, students study and imitate various artists. Elementary students also experience Meet the Masters, a program that conducts specialized lessons that turn classrooms into art studios.

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All elementary students begin typing instruction in 1st grade. By fourth grade students are becoming knowledgeable in Google Docs and Slides.

•Morning Care

Morning Care, beginning every morning at 7:00 AM, is available to all Parkway Christian School students. Students participating in Morning Care are supervised by a school employee in the Multipurpose Room. All students arriving at Parkway Christian School prior to 7:30 AM must be dropped off by their parents in Morning Care. Students are directed to the Breezeway promptly at 8:00 AM.

•After School Care

After School Care begins the first day of school and is available to all students at Parkway Christian School. Parents need to register students up for After School Care ahead of time. All students in Kindergarten Prep through Grade 8 who are not picked up at dismissal or are participating in an Enrichment Program are escorted to After School Care. After School Care ends at 6:00 PM.

During their time there, all students participate in a range of age appropriate activities including homework assistance, free play, and snack.

•Sibling Care

Parkway has three dismissal times. In order to avoid multiple pick ups for parents, Sibling Care was created. Sibling Care is staffed and monitored by our Teacher Aides and Child Care Staff.

Kindergarten Prep and Kindergarten dismiss at 2:05 PM, 1st through 5th grades dismiss at 2:30 PM and Middle School dismiss at 3:00 PM. Sibling Care is available to families that have students with different dismissal times. Siblings may be picked up at the latest dismissal time. Students in Sibling Care are supervised until parents pick up their students.

Kindergarten Prep and Kindergarten students in Sibling Care have snack time before being dismissed with their eldest sibling at either 2:30 PM or 3:00 PM. First through fifth grade students in Sibling Care are supervised until the 3:00 PM car line.

As an extension of Parkway Christian School's After School Program, enrichment classes are designed to complement a rigorous day of academic learning. By providing students with invaluable opportunities to explore, enrichment classes help nurture students' creative and extracurricular interests. These classes enhance a student's education by bringing new concepts to light or by using old concepts in new ways. Activities are fun for the student, but they also impart knowledge.

We offer a myriad of exciting after school enrichment classes for students in KP through Fifth Grade. Some of the most popular activities include Sports Mania, Tennis, Mind Lab, Dance, Karate, Breakfast Bunch and Bricks4Kidz. Enrichment classes are available based on interest.

Hot lunches are available and provided by SLA Management, an outside catering service for an additional cost. Parents may choose to order a hot lunch at an additional cost or pack a nutritious lunch for their child. Each child is able to have a prepaid lunch account.

All SLA school lunches mirror the National School Lunch standards for daily values of protein, vegetables, fruit, dairy and grain. SLA management staff is comprised of seasoned food executives who are motivated to make a positive contribution to our children's development. Beyond delicious nutritious meal options, their goal is to create a cafe atmosphere that provides a positive stress free dining experience for all students.

SLA's Build-A-Meal™ program allows students to choose from a variety of daily entrees and healthy side items, including fresh fruit and fresh vegetables on a daily basis.

Click on the following link to see our current menu:

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It is imperative that students adhere to the school’s dress code. Uniforms are required to be worn by all students.

Uniform bottoms, i.e. shorts, pants, skirts, and skorts must be solid navy or khaki and may be purchased at a store of your choice. Girls may also wear navy, khaki or the #1 plaid (from Ibiley Uniforms) dresses, jumpers, skirts and skorts. You may purchase #1 plaid items at www.Ibiley.com. The best way to gauge proper attire is to lean toward purchasing the French Toast or Dickies brand. Denim jeans are not acceptable on uniform days. Parkway Christian School polo shirts (available in red, green, navy, and white) with the school logo must be purchased through the school and are to be worn daily with appropriate uniform bottoms, except on PE days and specially designated dress down days. Boys and girls must wear belts, if belt loops are present, and keep their shirts tucked in at all times. Girls’ skirt length should be no shorter than two inches above the knee and shorts should be bermuda style in length. Students may not wear sandals or slip-ons of any kind and must wear closed shoes.

On PE days, students must wear the PE grade appropriate uniform purchased from Parkway. Socks need to be worn with athletic sneakers.

Jackets, sweatshirts, or sweatpants, other than those purchased from Parkway, may not have any graphics, writing, stripes or designs and must be a solid navy or gray. Coats/jackets and hats, when necessary, may be worn when students are outside of the school building only. Long sleeve T shirts under the school polo shirt or P.E. shirt may be worn but must be solid red, white, navy or green and may not have any graphics, writing, stripes or designs. Leggings may be worn under dresses, skirts or shorts and must be solid navy, gray, or white and may not have any graphics, writing, stripes or designs. We recommend choosing to dress on the conservative side in order to avoid infractions. Uniform infractions are issued to students not following the PCS uniform code. Elementary parents will be notified of uniform infractions, including repeated un-tucked shirts. Students will receive a $25 administrative detention on every fourth uniform infraction in a quarter.

“Spirit Day” or any “dress down day” (out of uniform) attire must be on the conservative side. The following items are not allowed at any time: open shoes, sandals, slippers or slip-ons of any kind, girls’ skirt length no shorter than two inches above the knee, spaghetti strap tops, ‘short’ shorts, overly tight clothing, writing/words/graphics on the backside of bottoms, clothing items with tears/rips/holes, bandannas, or any head dress or hats, unless specifically stated for any special occasions, while inside. Administration reserves to right to determine if items of clothing are inappropriate. Parents may be asked to bring appropriate clothing when necessary.

As members of Parkway Christian Church, we confess that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, and proclaim him Lord and Savior of the world. In Christ’s name and by His grace, we accept our mission of witness and service to all people. We rejoice in God, the maker of heaven and earth, and in the covenant of love, which binds us to God and one another. Through baptism into Christ, we enter into newness of life and are made one with the whole people of God. In the communion of the Holy Spirit, we are joined together in discipleship and in obedience to Christ. Within the universal 7 church, we receive the gift of ministry and the light of scripture. In the bonds of Christian faith, we yield ourselves to God who we serve, the One whose kingdom has no end. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen. Christian spirituality is a way of life that relates to who and what we are and to whom and what God is as revealed in Jesus Christ and as experienced through the Holy Spirit. We encourage one another in the spiritual disciplines and practices through which we open ourselves to being shaped by God. Those disciplines include prayer, Bible study, worship, stewardship, service, study of the church’s tradition and hospitality to strangers. Our spiritual development ministries range from teaching children to love Jesus to helping adults live Christ-like lives. One of these ministries is Parkway Christian School. We are devoted to excellence in the spiritual development of the children attending, as well as their educational development. Our goal is to prepare students to live in a diverse society with their Christian Faith centered on Christ’s love, example, and teaching. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen.

●To aim to glorify God in all that we do.

● To build the foundation of our school on Christ, Character and Community.

● To maintain an innovative curriculum that strives towards excellence.

● To demonstrate character traits and the Fruit of the Spirit from Galatians. We expect responsible, ethical, and Christ-centered behavior both personally and professionally.

● To encourage open communication and creative thinking.

● To promote teamwork among the entire Parkway family that will enhance our community spirit.

● To encourage and enhance student, parent, and family relationships.

Parkway’s Portrait of a Graduate allows parents, constituents and prospective students to get a snapshot of what our students look like when they graduate. Our goal is to create and maintain a partnership between home and school to develop the following qualities.

Poised

Self-advocacy

Selfless

Goal Oriented

Virtuous

Forward Thinker

Confident

Character Driven

Motivated

Disciple of Christ Relational

Global Awareness

Organized

Positive Digital Citizen

Respectful

Effective Communicator

Responsible

Critical/Analytical Thinker

Well Rounded

Involved in Community Outreach

Church Office

954-476-0020

Parkway Christian Church

Visit Their Website>>>

Dear Families,

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Every day I have the pleasure of meeting many prospective families while giving tours, and one of the comments I hear frequently is that Parkway “just feels like family.” I couldn’t agree more! My journey at Parkway began as a mom when I was looking for a Mommy and Me Class. In making friends, I heard about Parkway and their commitment to a Christian education in a loving family environment. I took a tour and was surprised to find how much I felt at home. I immediately enrolled my middle son, and enrolled my youngest son the next year. Our experience at Parkway Christian Preschool was so amazing that my sons have continued their education in our Elementary School.

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Shortly after we began at Parkway, I was blessed with the opportunity to begin working at the Preschool, where teamwork and friendship are fostered both in the classroom and among the staff. Parkway Christian Preschool’s staff stays rooted in the knowledge that we are here to provide our students with a well-rounded, Christian start to their educational journey. Throughout my journey at Parkway, I have worn many hats. From starting out in our Parent Teacher Organization, to teaching in the classroom, and now serving as Director, one thing remains same: our priority is to create a community among our students, parents, staff, and the church while giving each child the educational building blocks needed for a successful future.

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I hope that you will fall in love with Parkway and all that it has to offer-- just like I did. Our family welcomes you and your family. Thank you so much for visiting our website and taking an interest in our wonderful school. Please call the Preschool office with any questions that you may have, or schedule a tour and come see what we’re all about!

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In His Service,

Jennifer Cardona

Director

Parkway Christian Preschool

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Parkway Christian Preschool has been providing quality care in a loving environment for over 50 years. We are a fully licensed preschool (license #45839), and we follow all of the regulations set by the Department of Children and Families of Broward County.

Our Parkway Christian Preschool program is based on Christian ideals and values, and encompasses the total development of the child. The Christian environment increases a child’s awareness of God’s love and fulfills the child’s emotional, spiritual, and intellectual needs. We encourage social development with peers as well as building on adult relationships.

Our program promotes the child’s development of good self image and teaches the children to treat each other with love and kindness. We strive to build confidence, responsibility, and independence as we work to develop the child’s visual, auditory, and perceptual skills. All of these elements provide experiences that are the building blocks for future learning.

Must be 2 years old by Sept. 1st and be potty trained

• 2 days per week – Tuesday and Thursday

• 3 days per week – Monday, Wednesday & Friday

• 5 days per week – Monday through Friday

We are happy to offer both Morning Care and After Care to accommodate parents' busy schedules.

Morning Care: 7:30 am – 8:30 am

After Care: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Nap time is also available during After Care if the parents so desire.

Must be 3 years old by Sept. 1st and be potty trained

• 2 days per week – Tuesday and Thursday

• 3 days per week – Monday, Wednesday & Friday

• 5 days per week – Monday through Friday

We are happy to offer both Morning Care and After Care to accommodate parents' busy schedules.

Morning Care: 7:30 am – 8:30 am

After Care: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Nap time is also available during After Care if the parents so desire.

Must be 4 years old by Sept. 1st and be potty trained

• 5 days per week - Monday through Friday

• PCPS is a Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) provider

We are happy to offer both Morning Care and After Care to accommodate parents' busy schedules.

Morning Care: 7:30 am – 8:30 am

After Care: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Nap time is also available during After Care if the parents so desire.

Chapel: Each week, our preschool students attend Chapel. Within the service, we pray, sing, collect an offering and hear a short message. Our messages are Bible-based and our goal is to share classic Bible stories with the children in order to teach them that God loves them and cares for them today and always. Computers: During Computer Class, each child has use of his/her own computer station and set of headphones. The Computer Teacher provides a well-supervised program in which students play educational computer games and are introduced to the fundamentals of computer technology in an age-appropriate manner. Music: Through musical application, the students practice skills and concepts that have been introduced in the classroom. Every class incorporates sign language, participation skills, steady beat, following directions, inner voice, call and response, and movement that corresponds with each class's developmental level. The children also learn to sing songs that they perform at various musical programs throughout the year. Spanish: The Spanish program is designed to introduce our students to a second language. This is done through the use of songs and games, with emphasis on the basics such as colors, numbers, greetings, and theme related vocabulary words. Physical Education: The P.E. program allows our 3-day and 5-day students to participate in developmentally appropriate activities that target their fine and gross motor skills. Children have the opportunity to engage in a fun-based program that is designed to promote health and nutrition and encourages them to try new concepts such as cooperative play and exploration.

After School Activity programs are a wonderful addition to your child’s preschool day. Classes are held immediately after the normal school day.

At an additional cost, you may register your child for some of these exciting classes!

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• Dance

• Cooking

• Gymnastics

• Sportsmania

• Art

• Sensory Exploration

• AND SO MUCH MORE!

Parkway Christian Preschool's summer programs promote creative learning in a fun and exciting environment.

We have a variety of in-house field trips and fun activities planned for everyone. We offer:

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Summer Camp

Kindergarten Readiness Camp

Summer VPK

Please contact us for more information.

"Our experience with Parkway Christian Preschool has been nothing short of fantastic. From the attention and care given to our daughter, to the love and learning she is getting, we feel we are giving her the best start possible!"

- LAURA BETTERIDGE

"Enrolling our oldest daughter in Parkway Christian Preschool was one of the best decisions we have made for her educational future. Having our son start at Parkway this year was one of the easiest decisions we've made for him and we are looking forward to the day their little sister will start going to class too. Parkway Christian Preschool prepares the kids for success in their school careers in a loving environment. Every aspect of the school, from the great teachers and amazing office staff, is welcoming and supportive to every family that is enrolled. They create so many different ways to interact and get involved during the school year. Thank you for Parkway Christian Preschool and everything that it represents."

- THE OCHOA FAMILY

"We are very fortunate to have been part of the Parkway family for four years now, first with my son and now with my daughter. The teachers and staff have created a family-oriented environment that is perfect for learning, growth, and fun! I always feel that my children are very well taken care of and that their education is well-rounded and truly thought out, to the very last detail. I thank God for our Parkway family and we are so appreciative that our children have been able to experience a positive, loving, preschool environment."

- SASHA MURPHY

Parkway Christian School’s Middle School program strives to provide the highest level of education to ensure that each one of our students reaches their optimum potential. Our educators provide a plethora of learning experiences that go far beyond the textbook. These experiences include differentiated instruction, activities that appeal to the multiple intelligences, and scenarios that will prepare them for real life situations. Parkway Christian’s philosophy is to guide and educate the “whole child”. Parkway uses a modified block schedule for the four core classes with two meeting every other day for an hour and ten minutes and 45 minute classes for elective and non-core classes meeting every other day.

The MS Tribe is an initiative to build relationships between middle school students, teachers, and staff members. It is a community of teachers and students coming together with the main purpose of encouraging one another while creating positive social relationships. This is done through weekly gatherings. All members build relationships through devotionals, icebreakers, and more.

Our Language Arts curriculum includes high level reading comprehension in genres such as: fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and includes essay writing and learning a general command of the English language.

Our Math curriculum offers two areas of study. For students who are ready to take on a more challenging math program, we offer a high school Algebra class for middle school students.

Our Regular Math Program

Math computations and concepts are taught using an integrated approach. Students in Sixth Grade begin with Course 2 and move on to Course 3 in Seventh Grade. Eighth Grade students learn middle school algebra, which combines PreAlgebra and Algebra together to give students a strong algebraic foundation for high school math. Mastery of basic math concepts and higher level thinking are emphasized in each class.

For Eligible 8th Grade Students

We have established criteria for Eighth Grade students to earn a high school regular OR high school honors math credit. This criterion meets the standards for both public and private high schools. Students who are going to public high school are still required to take and pass the Algebra I EOC, which is a state requirement. Please contact Mrs. Garcia for specific qualifications.

Our Science program aims to give students an in-depth look at Earth Science, Life Science and Physical Science within a Biblical framework. Our curriculum gives students the opportunity to explore the world around them through observation, investigation, theorization and more. Students receive an enhanced approach to learning through hands-on lab work and engaging classroom activities.

Our Social Studies program deepens students' understanding of the world around them while increasing their knowledge of America from beginning to present. Lessons in World History, Civics and American History allow for important class discussions related to the the long-term, world-wide impact governmental decisions have on everyone. Our goal is to sharpen students' minds and to engage them in thinking critically about important topics that greatly affect present and future generations.

6th Grade:

• Life Skills

• Spanish

• S.T.E.M.

• Public Speaking

• Theology

• Personal Fitness

7th Grade:

• Spanish

• S.T.E.M.

• Debate

• Teen Health I

• Theology

• Personal Fitness

8th Grade:

• Career Research & Exploration

• Entrepreneurship I

• Spanish* (High school credit for eligible students; Please contact Mrs. Bossman for more.)

• Theology

• Personal Fitness

• Art Appreciation

• Home & Garden Skills

• Musical Theatre (Yearlong)

• Panther Productions

• SLAM [Strategy, Logic and More]

• Student Government (Yearlong)

• Yearbook (Yearlong)

Please note these are subject to change.

As members of Parkway Christian Church, we confess that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, and proclaim him Lord and Savior of the world. In Christ’s name and by His grace, we accept our mission of witness and service to all people. We rejoice in God, the maker of heaven and earth, and in the covenant of love, which binds us to God and one another. Through baptism into Christ, we enter into newness of life and are made one with the whole people of God. In the communion of the Holy Spirit, we are joined together in discipleship and in obedience to Christ. Within the universal 7 church, we receive the gift of ministry and the light of scripture. In the bonds of Christian faith, we yield ourselves to God who we serve, the One whose kingdom has no end. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen. Christian spirituality is a way of life that relates to who and what we are and to whom and what God is as revealed in Jesus Christ and as experienced through the Holy Spirit. We encourage one another in the spiritual disciplines and practices through which we open ourselves to being shaped by God. Those disciplines include prayer, Bible study, worship, stewardship, service, study of the church’s tradition and hospitality to strangers. Our spiritual development ministries range from teaching children to love Jesus to helping adults live Christ-like lives. One of these ministries is Parkway Christian School. We are devoted to excellence in the spiritual development of the children attending, as well as their educational development. Our goal is to prepare students to live in a diverse society with their Christian Faith centered on Christ’s love, example, and teaching. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen.

●To aim to glorify God in all that we do.

● To build the foundation of our school on Christ, Character and Community.

● To maintain an innovative curriculum that strives towards excellence.

● To demonstrate character traits and the Fruit of the Spirit from Galatians. We expect responsible, ethical, and Christ-centered behavior both personally and professionally.

● To encourage open communication and creative thinking.

● To promote teamwork among the entire Parkway family that will enhance our community spirit.

● To encourage and enhance student, parent, and family relationships.

Parkway’s Portrait of a Graduate allows parents, constituents and prospective students to get a snapshot of what our students look like when they graduate. Our goal is to create and maintain a partnership between home and school to develop the following qualities.

Poised

Self-advocacy

Selfless

Goal Oriented

Virtuous

Forward Thinker

Confident

Character Driven

Motivated

Disciple of Christ

Relational

Global Awareness

Organized

Positive Digital Citizen

Respectful

Effective Communicator

Responsible

Critical/Analytical Thinker

Well Rounded

Involved in Community Outreach

Church Office

954-476-0020

Parkway Christian Church

Visit Their Website>>>

Parkway Christian School

Standards of Ethical Conduct

Employees of an educational institution are held to a higher standard by parents, students, colleagues, and members of the public. As educational professionals, Parkway Christian School (PCS or the School) has a responsibility to provide the children we teach with the opportunity to obtain the best education possible which includes establishing, implementing, maintaining, and evaluating the learning environment in which the spiritual, emotional, psychological, academic and social needs of the students are met.

PCS supports and endorses a strict policy of respect toward students and expects employees to act at all times as adult role models. The School is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes kindness, acceptance, and embraces differences among individuals.

PCS strives to ensure an ideal learning and working environment for all, with employees adhering to the following directives:

• Create and maintain a learning atmosphere which affirms the dignity of the student.

• Treat students and colleagues with civility and respect.

• Foster a stimulating and productive learning environment in which the pros and cons of debatable issues are fairly acknowledged.

• Nurture and protect intellectual freedom for students and colleagues.

• Require all employees to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the School’s students at all times

• Prohibit any type of bullying or harassment activity among students and not tolerating unlawful harassment of students and employees. The term "harassment" includes, but is not limited to, slurs, jokes, and other verbal, graphic or physical conduct relating to an individual's race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, or disability. "Harassment" also includes sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, offensive touching, and other verbal, graphic or physical conduct of a sexual nature.

• Avoid unacceptable discriminatory conduct based on such factors as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, or political beliefs.

• Seek to make the School a hospitable community for all students and colleagues, and should be sensitive to the harmful consequences of professional or student conduct or comments in classroom discussions or elsewhere that perpetuate stereotypes or prejudices involving such factors.

• Employees shall maintain the highest level of honesty, integrity, and professionalism in their dealings with students, parents, their co-workers, and the public.

• Employees should act with integrity, including being honest and candid, while still maintaining the confidentiality of information where required.

• Employees must maintain the confidentiality of all confidential information of the School, its students, parents and other family members, customers, suppliers, or joint venture parties that is entrusted to them, except when disclosure is legally mandated, such as any personal information that potentially pertains to a concern of student abuse, abandonment, or neglect, or is expressly authorized by the School

• Employees shall comply with all applicable laws, school policies, rules, and regulations. It is the personal responsibility of each employee to adhere to the standards and restrictions imposed by such laws, policies, rules, and regulations.

• Employees have an obligation to keep children and the School’s campus safe by ensuring that all standard safety rules and guidelines are followed, whether in the classroom or on campus, on a field trip, on the bus, or at any school-related event.

• Employees must promptly report any concerns relating to child abuse, abandonment, or neglect in accordance with the procedures set forth in the School’s Child Abuse Reporting Policy.

• Employees must not seek any personal advantage or to seek any advantage on behalf of the School, through illegal or unethical practices.

• No employee should take unfair advantage of anyone through manipulation, concealment, abuse of privileged information, misrepresentation of material facts, or any unfair dealing practice.

Training Requirement

All instructional personnel, educational support employees and administrators are required as a condition of employment to complete training on these standards of ethical conduct.

Misconduct by School Employees

All employees, educational support employees and administrators are obligated to report any employee misconduct that affects the health, safety, or welfare of children.

Examples of misconduct include:

• Any interaction or communication that may reflect even the appearance of impropriety or make students feel uncomfortable.

• Swearing, making inappropriate sexual, racial or ethnic comments.

• Yelling or abusive actions toward a student.

• Drinking or using illegal drugs at school, around or with students, or at any school-related event when students are present.

• Touching students or their clothing in non-professional ways or inappropriate places, or touching a student with aggression, in frustration, or when highly emotional.

• Speaking with innuendo to suggest a relationship or sexual subjects.

• Engaging students to complete personal errands for you.

• Conduct based on such factors as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, or political beliefs.

Reporting Employee Misconduct

Any employee who becomes aware of any existing or potential employee misconduct is required to promptly notify the Head of School, Nikki Koski at nkoski@pcs-fl.net; Human Resources, Rebeca Rodriguez at rrodriguez@pcs-fl.net; or the Preschool Director, Jennifer Cardona at jcardona@pcs-fl.net.

Any employee who becomes aware of any existing or potential employee misconduct by an administrator is required to promptly notify, Human Resources, Rebeca Rodriguez at rrodriguez@pcs-fl.net.

Legally sufficient allegations of misconduct by Florida certified educators will be reported to the Office of Professional Practices Services. Policies and procedures for reporting misconduct by instructional personnel or school administrators which affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student are posted in the Human Resources Office, Employee Lunch Rooms, Employee Mail Areas, and on our Web Site at pcs-fl.net/welcome.

Child Abuse Reporting Obligations

All employees and agents have an affirmative duty and legal responsibility to report all actual and suspected cases of child abuse. Any information received that leads to a suspicion that a child has been abused, neglected, or abandoned must be reported by calling

1-800-96-ABUSE or reporting online at: http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/abuse/report/.

Florida Statutes require that all school personnel immediately (within 24 hours) report situations involving potential child abuse, neglect, or abandonment. The statute contains these definitions:

• “Abuse”: any willful act or threatened act that results in any physical, mental, or sexual injury or harm that causes or is likely to cause the child’s physical , mental, or emotional health to be significantly impaired.

  • Signs of Physical Abuse: The child may have unexplained bruises, welts, cuts, or other injuries; broken bones; or burns. A child experiencing physical abuse may seem withdrawn or depressed, seem afraid to go home or may run away, shy away from physical contact, be aggressive, or wear inappropriate clothing to hide injuries.

  • Signs of Sexual Abuse: The child may have torn, stained or bloody underwear, trouble walking or sitting, pain or itching in genital area, or a sexually transmitted disease. A child experiencing sexual abuse may have unusual knowledge of sex or act seductively, fear a particular person, seem withdrawn or depressed, gain or lose weight suddenly, shy away from physical contact, or run away from home.

  • Patterns of Abuse: Serious abuse usually involves a combination of factors. While a single sign may not be significant, a pattern of physical or behavioral signs is a serious indicator and should be reported.

• “Neglect”: when a child is deprived of, or is allowed to be deprived of, necessary food, clothing, shelter, or medical treatment or a child is permitted to live in an environment when such deprivation or environment causes the child’s physical, mental, or emotional health to be significantly impaired or to be in danger of being significantly impaired.

  • Signs of Neglect: The child may have unattended medical needs, little or no supervision at home, poor hygiene, or appear underweight. A child experiencing neglect may be frequently tired or hungry, steal food, or appear overly needy for adult attention.

• “Abandonment”: a situation in which the parent or legal custodian of a child, or in the absence of a parent or legal custodian, the caregiver responsible for the child’s welfare, while being able, makes no provision for the child’s support and makes no effort to communicate with the child, which situation is sufficient to evince a willful rejection of parental obligations.

Liability Protections

Any person, official, or institution participating in good faith in any act authorized or required by law, or reporting in good faith any instance of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect to the department or any law enforcement agency, shall be immune from any civil or criminal liability which might otherwise result by reason of such action. (F.S. 39.203)

An employer who discloses information about a former or current employee to a prospective employer of the former or current employee upon request of the prospective employer or of the former or current employee is immune from civil liability for such disclosure or its consequences unless it is shown by clear and convincing evidence that the information disclosed by the former or current employer was knowingly false or violated any civil right of the former or current employee protected under F.S. Chapter 760. (F.S. 768.095)

Rev. April 2022

As members of Parkway Christian Church, we confess that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, and proclaim him Lord and Savior of the world. In Christ’s name and by His grace, we accept our mission of witness and service to all people. We rejoice in God, the maker of heaven and earth, and in the covenant of love, which binds us to God and one another. Through baptism into Christ, we enter into newness of life and are made one with the whole people of God. In the communion of the Holy Spirit, we are joined together in discipleship and in obedience to Christ. Within the universal 7 church, we receive the gift of ministry and the light of scripture. In the bonds of Christian faith, we yield ourselves to God who we serve, the One whose kingdom has no end. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen. Christian spirituality is a way of life that relates to who and what we are and to whom and what God is as revealed in Jesus Christ and as experienced through the Holy Spirit. We encourage one another in the spiritual disciplines and practices through which we open ourselves to being shaped by God. Those disciplines include prayer, Bible study, worship, stewardship, service, study of the church’s tradition and hospitality to strangers. Our spiritual development ministries range from teaching children to love Jesus to helping adults live Christ-like lives. One of these ministries is Parkway Christian School. We are devoted to excellence in the spiritual development of the children attending, as well as their educational development. Our goal is to prepare students to live in a diverse society with their Christian Faith centered on Christ’s love, example, and teaching. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen.

●To aim to glorify God in all that we do.

● To build the foundation of our school on Christ, Character and Community.

● To maintain an innovative curriculum that strives towards excellence.

● To demonstrate character traits and the Fruit of the Spirit from Galatians. We expect responsible, ethical, and Christ-centered behavior both personally and professionally.

● To encourage open communication and creative thinking.

● To promote teamwork among the entire Parkway family that will enhance our community spirit.

● To encourage and enhance student, parent, and family relationships.

Parkway’s Portrait of a Graduate allows parents, constituents and prospective students to get a snapshot of what our students look like when they graduate. Our goal is to create and maintain a partnership between home and school to develop the following qualities.

Poised

Self-advocacy

Selfless

Goal Oriented

Virtuous

Forward Thinker

Confident

Character Driven

Motivated

Disciple of Christ Relational

Global Awareness

Organized

Positive Digital Citizen

Respectful

Effective Communicator

Responsible

Critical/Analytical Thinker

Well Rounded

Involved in Community Outreach

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Please gather the following documents before beginning the application process. An application fee will be due when your child is assessed. The application amount is listed on the application.

• Birth Certificate (All Students)

• Copies of past 2 years (1 year if applying for Grade 1) of the following: (Grades 1 & Up)

• Report Cards (Official Copies)

• Standardized Testing Results (Official Copies)

Please note your application is NOT complete until all documents are uploaded in your application portal.

Parkway Christian School is designed for families of preschool, elementary and middle school aged children who desire a faith-based education for their children with high standards in academics and student conduct delivered in a loving environment.

Parkway Christian School admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, disability, national or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

• All students applying for grades KP - 8 will have an admission entrance assessment.

• A non-refundable application fee per student (grades KP - 8 applicants) covers the assessment and review process. This fee may be due when your child's assessment takes place. Please refer to the current Tuition and Fees information sheet for amount due.

• All students are subject to interviews with Administration.

• When applicable, applicants must have an evaluation filled out by the student’s prior teachers and school administrator.

• With completed Admission Application, parents must provide copies of the following for Administrative review: prior standardized test scores and report cards.

• With completed Admission Application, parents must provide a copy of child’s birth certificate.

• A student’s admission acceptance status, decided by the admissions team, includes but is not limited to, assessment results, prior school and standardized testing records, and if PCS can meet the student’s individual needs. Assessment results are not provided in writing.

If you are ready to apply, click here.

Please note many grades are currently in wait pool status and we only accept applications for the current and/or upcoming school year.

As an extension of Parkway Christian School's After School Program, enrichment classes are designed to complement a rigorous day of academic learning. By providing students with invaluable opportunities to explore, enrichment classes help nurture students' creative and extracurricular interests. These classes enhance a student's education by bringing new concepts to light or by using old concepts in new ways. Activities are fun for the student, but they also impart knowledge.

We offer a myriad of exciting after school enrichment classes for students in KP through Fifth Grade. Some of the most popular activities include Sports Mania, Tennis, Mind Lab, Dance, Karate, Breakfast Bunch and Bricks4Kidz. Enrichment classes are available based on interest.

•Morning Care

Morning Care, beginning every morning at 7:15 AM, is available to all Parkway Christian School students. Students participating in Morning Care are supervised by a school employee in the Multipurpose Room. All students arriving at Parkway Christian School prior to 7:30 AM must be dropped off by their parents in Morning Care. Students are directed to the Breezeway promptly at 8:00 AM.

•After School Care

After School Care begins the first day of school and is available to all students at Parkway Christian School. Parents need to register students up for After School Care ahead of time. All students in Kindergarten Prep through Grade 8 who are not picked up at dismissal or are participating in an Enrichment Program are escorted to After School Care. After School Care ends at 6:00 PM.

During their time there, all students participate in a range of age appropriate activities including homework assistance, free play, and snack.

•Sibling Care

Parkway has three dismissal times. In order to avoid multiple pick ups for parents, Sibling Care was created. Sibling Care is staffed and monitored by our Teacher Aides and Child Care Staff.

Kindergarten Prep and Kindergarten dismiss at 2:05 PM, 1st through 5th grades dismiss at 2:30 PM and Middle School dismiss at 3:00 PM. Sibling Care is available to families that have students with different dismissal times. Siblings may be picked up at the latest dismissal time. Students in Sibling Care are supervised until parents pick up their students.

Kindergarten Prep and Kindergarten students in Sibling Care have snack time before being dismissed with their eldest sibling at either 2:30 PM or 3:00 PM. First through fifth grade students in Sibling Care are supervised until the 3:00 PM car line.

Hot lunches are available and provided by SLA Management http://www.slamgmt.com, an outside catering service for an additional cost. Parents may choose to order a hot lunch at an additional cost or pack a nutritious lunch for their child. Each child is able to have a prepaid lunch account.

All SLA school lunches mirror the National School Lunch standards for daily values of protein, vegetables, fruit, dairy and grain. SLA management staff is comprised of seasoned food executives who are motivated to make a positive contribution to our children's development. Beyond delicious nutritious meal options, their goal is to create a cafe atmosphere that provides a positive stress free dining experience for all students.

SLA's Build-A-Meal™ program allows students to choose from a variety of daily entrees and healthy side items, including fresh fruit and fresh vegetables on a daily basis.

Click on the following link to see our current menu:

http://slamgmt.us6.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=54cd6cfa78e9f428e7dbd06ee&id=f4e992b189&e=85c0ddd7eb

It is imperative that students adhere to the school’s dress code. Uniforms are required to be worn by all students.

Uniform bottoms, i.e. shorts, pants, skirts, and skorts must be solid navy or khaki and may be purchased at a store of your choice. Girls may also wear navy, khaki or the #1 plaid (from Ibiley Uniforms) dresses, jumpers, skirts and skorts. You may purchase #1 plaid items at www.Ibiley.com. The best way to gauge proper attire is to lean toward purchasing the French Toast or Dickies brand. Denim jeans are not acceptable on uniform days. Parkway Christian School polo shirts (available in red, green, navy, and white) with the school logo must be purchased through the school and are to be worn daily with appropriate uniform bottoms, except on PE days and specially designated dress down days. Boys and girls must wear belts, if belt loops are present, and keep their shirts tucked in at all times. Girls’ skirt length should be no shorter than two inches above the knee and shorts should be bermuda style in length. Students may not wear sandals or slip-ons of any kind and must wear closed shoes.

On PE days, students must wear the PE grade appropriate uniform purchased from Parkway. Socks need to be worn with athletic sneakers.

Jackets, sweatshirts, or sweatpants, other than those purchased from Parkway, may not have any graphics, writing, stripes or designs and must be a solid navy or gray. Coats/jackets and hats, when necessary, may be worn when students are outside of the school building only. Long sleeve T shirts under the school polo shirt or P.E. shirt may be worn but must be solid red, white, navy or green and may not have any graphics, writing, stripes or designs. Leggings may be worn under dresses, skirts or shorts and must be solid navy, gray, or white and may not have any graphics, writing, stripes or designs. We recommend choosing to dress on the conservative side in order to avoid infractions. Uniform infractions are issued to students not following the PCS uniform code. Elementary parents will be notified of uniform infractions, including repeated un-tucked shirts. Students will receive a $25 administrative detention on every fourth uniform infraction in a quarter.

“Spirit Day” or any “dress down day” (out of uniform) attire must be on the conservative side. The following items are not allowed at any time: open shoes, sandals, slippers or slip-ons of any kind, girls’ skirt length no shorter than two inches above the knee, spaghetti strap tops, ‘short’ shorts, overly tight clothing, writing/words/graphics on the backside of bottoms, clothing items with tears/rips/holes, bandannas, or any head dress or hats, unless specifically stated for any special occasions, while inside. Administration reserves to right to determine if items of clothing are inappropriate. Parents may be asked to bring appropriate clothing when necessary.

As an extension of Parkway Christian School's After School Program, enrichment classes are designed to complement a rigorous day of academic learning. By providing students with invaluable opportunities to explore, enrichment classes help nurture students' creative and extracurricular interests. These classes enhance a student's education by bringing new concepts to light or by using old concepts in new ways. Activities are fun for the student, but they also impart knowledge.

We offer a myriad of exciting after school enrichment classes for students in KP through Fifth Grade. Some of the most popular activities include Sports Mania, Tennis, Mind Lab, Dance, Karate, Breakfast Bunch and Bricks4Kidz. Enrichment classes are available based on interest.

•Morning Care

Morning Care, beginning every morning at 7:15 AM, is available to all Parkway Christian School students. Students participating in Morning Care are supervised by a school employee in the Multipurpose Room. All students arriving at Parkway Christian School prior to 7:30 AM must be dropped off by their parents in Morning Care. Students are directed to the Breezeway promptly at 8:00 AM.

•After School Care

After School Care begins the first day of school and is available to all students at Parkway Christian School. Parents need to register students up for After School Care ahead of time. All students in Kindergarten Prep through Grade 8 who are not picked up at dismissal or are participating in an Enrichment Program are escorted to After School Care. After School Care ends at 6:00 PM.

During their time there, all students participate in a range of age appropriate activities including homework assistance, free play, and snack.

•Sibling Care

Parkway has three dismissal times. In order to avoid multiple pick ups for parents, Sibling Care was created. Sibling Care is staffed and monitored by our Teacher Aides and Child Care Staff.

Kindergarten Prep and Kindergarten dismiss at 2:05 PM, 1st through 5th grades dismiss at 2:30 PM and Middle School dismiss at 3:00 PM. Sibling Care is available to families that have students with different dismissal times. Siblings may be picked up at the latest dismissal time. Students in Sibling Care are supervised until parents pick up their students.

Kindergarten Prep and Kindergarten students in Sibling Care have snack time before being dismissed with their eldest sibling at either 2:30 PM or 3:00 PM. First through fifth grade students in Sibling Care are supervised until the 3:00 PM car line.

Hot lunches are available and provided by SLA Management http://www.slamgmt.com, an outside catering service for an additional cost. Parents may choose to order a hot lunch at an additional cost or pack a nutritious lunch for their child. Each child is able to have a prepaid lunch account.

All SLA school lunches mirror the National School Lunch standards for daily values of protein, vegetables, fruit, dairy and grain. SLA management staff is comprised of seasoned food executives who are motivated to make a positive contribution to our children's development. Beyond delicious nutritious meal options, their goal is to create a cafe atmosphere that provides a positive stress free dining experience for all students.

SLA's Build-A-Meal™ program allows students to choose from a variety of daily entrees and healthy side items, including fresh fruit and fresh vegetables on a daily basis.

Click on the following link to see our current menu:

http://slamgmt.us6.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=54cd6cfa78e9f428e7dbd06ee&id=f4e992b189&e=85c0ddd7eb

It is imperative that students adhere to the school’s dress code. Uniforms are required to be worn by all students.

Uniform bottoms, i.e. shorts, pants, skirts, and skorts must be solid navy or khaki and may be purchased at a store of your choice. Girls may also wear navy, khaki or the #1 plaid (from Ibiley Uniforms) dresses, jumpers, skirts and skorts. You may purchase #1 plaid items at www.Ibiley.com. The best way to gauge proper attire is to lean toward purchasing the French Toast or Dickies brand. Denim jeans are not acceptable on uniform days. Parkway Christian School polo shirts (available in red, green, navy, and white) with the school logo must be purchased through the school and are to be worn daily with appropriate uniform bottoms, except on PE days and specially designated dress down days. Boys and girls must wear belts, if belt loops are present, and keep their shirts tucked in at all times. Girls’ skirt length should be no shorter than two inches above the knee and shorts should be bermuda style in length. Students may not wear sandals or slip-ons of any kind and must wear closed shoes.

On PE days, students must wear the PE grade appropriate uniform purchased from Parkway. Socks need to be worn with athletic sneakers.

Jackets, sweatshirts, or sweatpants, other than those purchased from Parkway, may not have any graphics, writing, stripes or designs and must be a solid navy or gray. Coats/jackets and hats, when necessary, may be worn when students are outside of the school building only. Long sleeve T shirts under the school polo shirt or P.E. shirt may be worn but must be solid red, white, navy or green and may not have any graphics, writing, stripes or designs. Leggings may be worn under dresses, skirts or shorts and must be solid navy, gray, or white and may not have any graphics, writing, stripes or designs. We recommend choosing to dress on the conservative side in order to avoid infractions. Uniform infractions are issued to students not following the PCS uniform code. Elementary parents will be notified of uniform infractions, including repeated un-tucked shirts. Students will receive a $25 administrative detention on every fourth uniform infraction in a quarter.

“Spirit Day” or any “dress down day” (out of uniform) attire must be on the conservative side. The following items are not allowed at any time: open shoes, sandals, slippers or slip-ons of any kind, girls’ skirt length no shorter than two inches above the knee, spaghetti strap tops, ‘short’ shorts, overly tight clothing, writing/words/graphics on the backside of bottoms, clothing items with tears/rips/holes, bandannas, or any head dress or hats, unless specifically stated for any special occasions, while inside. Administration reserves to right to determine if items of clothing are inappropriate. Parents may be asked to bring appropriate clothing when necessary.

Giving back and volunteering is a big part of being a PCS student. Parkway Christian School students gain an understanding of the importance of service leadership through various programs and activities. Most activities are coordinated by students and parents after seeing a need within the community.

The following highlight some of the ways our students have reached out to their local community and the world:

•Character Trait Education and Recognition

•Seafarer’s House

•Middle School Student Government

•Jump Rope for Heart

•National Junior Honor Society

•Fire Safety Awareness

•Elementary Student Council

•Shamrocks for Muscular Dystrophy

•Panther Cub Mentoring

•Student of the Month (Town of Davie)

•Safety Patrol

•Monthly Spirit Days (monies collected go to various charities, i.e. Ronald McDonald House, JDRF, Haiti Outreach and many more)

•Panther Pride

•Pinnacle Award

•Harvest Drive

Panther-Cub Mentoring Program enhances the student relationships among grade levels. Older students pair up with younger students in order to mentor and help them with various tasks. Projects can take many forms. Here are just a few: •Homework/class work help •Tutoring •Projects •Reading/story time •Eating lunch •Playground time •Special events/holidays

Students learn leadership and service through coordinating and and participating in various activities. Activities include volunteering, fundraising and service.

Students participate in activities to enhance the student life experience at Parkway Christian School. Students that are in this class run for office, provide service to teachers and staff, fundraise and provide school spirit opportunities for fellow students.

PCS participates in the National Junior Honor Society, a national organization established to recognize outstanding middle level students. PCS middle school students become eligible for membership in the Panther Chapter of NJHS after the second semester of their 6th and 7th grade years by demonstrating excellence in the areas of service, scholarship, (GPA of 3.6 in core classes and Spanish), leadership, and citizenship. Once inducted, members are expected to maintain a 3.6 GPA in their core and Spanish classes, attend meetings, participate in various service projects throughout the year, including a minimum of 6 hours of service with one organization, and continue to show and grow in excellence. NJHS members are required to pay annual membership dues.

AAA School Safety Patrols benefit students, schools, and communities. Students gain safety awareness, leadership, teamwork, pride, citizenship and respect for law enforcement. Schools benefit from opportunities to promote traffic safety awareness, peer-to-peer education, character-building opportunities, a constructive outlet for students’ energy and a positive relationship with parents, law enforcement, and the overall community. Communities benefit from safer environments for pedestrians and motorists, a spirit of volunteerism and civic-mindedness, as well as, a positive collaboration with law enforcement.

Parkway Christian School participates in competitive sports against other schools. PCS is sanctioned by the FHSAA (Florida High School Athletic Association) and is a member of the Small School Athletic League (SSAL) and the Schools United Athletic Conference (SUAC). Because PCS teams are competitive, cuts are made during try-outs and equal playing time is not guaranteed for all athletes.

Students that meet ALL of the following requirements are eligible to try-out and participate in PCS sports teams/squads:

• Be in Grade 3 and up.

• Have a “C” or above in academics.

• Be current in all receivable accounts.

• Create an Athlete Clearance Account

• Have had an up-to-date sports physical completed by a doctor turned into Athlete Clearance.

  • Students will not be allowed to try out without the form. Physicals are acceptable for one calendar year.

• Be injury free (i.e. no casts on, etc).

Try-outs are mandatory on all days for all prospective athletes.

Students are not permitted to tryout for multiple sports in one season. If a student can not make tryouts for sickness, vacation, etc, a written email to the athletic department needs to be sent 24hrs in advance. If an email is not sent it may result in your student not being able to try out.

Students that are members of any PCS sports team/squad must meet the following requirements in order to play/participate in games:

• Pay a fee to participate in each sport.

• Administration reserves the right to restrict an athlete from trying out and/or playing due to violations of school policy and/or lack of effort such as “zeros” in assignments/class work/homework, etc.

• Parents of PCS athletes are required to have an active email address and text phone number set up to receive school messages.

• Parents may be required to transport their student athletes to off campus practices and may be asked to drive their student athletes to games. All requirements and rules apply to all Parkway sports teams/squads.

Athletic Clearance

The FHSAA requires all student athletes to complete a sports physical prior to playing sports. Parents can click HERE to download the Sport's Physical Form.

The NFHS ( National Federation of State High School Associations) requires all athletes to complete the following three courses linked below.

• Sudden Cardiac Arrest

• Concussions

• Heat Illness Prevention

When submitting Physicals and FHSAA Courses you will be using Athlete Clearance

https://athleticclearance.fhsaahome.org

Steps for Submitting Physicals:

• Create an account at Athlete Clearance

• Login and click "Start Clearance."

• Select the 2024-2025 school year and our school.

• Select all sports your child will try out for (does not guarantee making the team).

• Complete the Student Information, Parent/Guardian Information, and Medical Information pages.

• Answer school-specific questions.

• Read and sign all forms on the signatures page.

• Upload the EL2 Physical pages and video certificates.

• Submit the application for administrative approval.

The elementary program at Parkway Christian School is a Christ centered program with accelerated academics. The faculty of the school holds high expectations of the curriculum as well as the success of the students. Through keeping Christ in our program, and the dedication of staff, we continue to excel year after year.

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At Parkway, we strive to be a school of academic excellence. Our goal is to meet and exceed our school standards. Our students take the NWEA MAP test twice a year. This test measures a student's growth over the course of time. "It is an adaptive achievement and growth test. It creates a personalized assessment experience by adapting to each student’s learning level—precisely measuring progress and growth for each individual student." Teachers use these results to individualize and differentiate classroom instruction.

Elementary Art was designed to expose students to various art mediums and explore art. Students are taught color, composition, shading, lines, color wheel, primary and secondary colors, and much more. Students are given the opportunity to grow and develop skills in a non-traditional atmosphere.

The Bible Curriculum is designed to give elementary students a complete overview of the Bible through lessons, discussions and Bible stories. Bible lessons begin in KP with the Creation story and various stories of God’s Love throughout the Old Testament. Students in Fourth and Fifth grade begin in the New Testament and are challenged through the story of Jesus life, death, and the start of the church to build a relationship with Christ.

The Language Arts curriculum was designed to start students in KP with basic language skills and develop understanding of written and expressive language. Students are taught letter formation, spelling patterns and grammar skills. Students are encouraged to express themselves through writing as young as four years old. The program is designed to grow with students and challenge students to express their thoughts, ideas and creativity through writing. Language Arts includes grammar, writing, spelling, and handwriting.

Math computation and concepts are taught using an integrated approach. Students in KP through Fifth grade are taught foundational mathmatical skills that allow students to enter Middle School with a strong mathematical foundation. Mastery of basic math concepts and higher level thinking are emphasized in each class.

Elementary Music was designed to expose students to music, music theory, rhythm, instruments and more. Students are introduced to music in various forms and are taught to enjoy and appreciate music. All elementary students participate in a musical program that incorporates singing, sign language and acting.

Physical Education in KP through Eighth grade educates, challenges and encourages physically active and healthy lives. The students are taught the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for physical fitness and team sports. The goal of the program is to promote regular, enjoyable physical activity and sportsmanship.

The Reading curriculum was designed to start students in KP with basic reading skills, phonemic awareness, sound/symbol association and much more. Students are taught letter identification, phonics skills, word attack skills, reading, phrasing, vocal expression, fluency, comprehension, literary skills, genres, vocabulary, etc. The program is designed to grow with students and challenge students to read for both enjoyment and knowledge. Reading encompasses vocabulary, reading and phonics (KP-1).

Recess and play are very important aspects of the learning experience. KP-Fifth grade students are given an opportunity for free play every single day. According to the CDC, recess helps in:

Increasing students' levels of physical activity.

Improving students' memory, attention, and concentration.

Helping students stay on-task in the classroom.

Reducing disruptive behavior in the classroom.

Improving students' social and emotional development.

The Science curriculum begins in KP with exposing students to the Scientific Method through various hands-on, thematic units. Students grow and learn about various scientific themes, such as plants, animals, planets and basic physics. The curriculum is developed to plant seeds of questioning, observation and investigation in the students. “Hands on” lab work and engaging classroom activities are used to broaden their learning.

Social Studies lessons are taught to help engage the students in making a difference in our family, community, country and the world today. Concepts begin with 'my family' and expand to 'our nation'. Students are taught to view the world from a Christian perspective and how our past impacts our future. Family, Community, Nation, Culture, Government and more is taught as lenses for which to view the world. Each class works on projects both individually and collaboratively.

The Spanish program develops and advances proficiency while promoting basic language acquisition principles. The course explores Spanish-speaking cultures and total physical response strategies to motivate and engage the students. The students develop immediate language skills and are equipped with lifelong language acquisition strategies.

Technology is taught to students in Third through Fifth grade on a weekly basis. Technology is integrated into the classroom on a weekly basis for grades KP – Fifth through iPads and our PC lab. Lessons in technology help students understand the importance of being a positive digital citizen. Students in Third through Fifth grade are taught in a PC lab and use Windows programs. Students are taught the parts of the computer and are exposed to various programs and lessons that develop technology skills that are required for Middle School and beyond.

Media is taught to students in KP – Third grade on a weekly basis and is integrated into the classroom weekly for Fourth and Fifth grade. Lessons in Media are designed to help students become familiar with a library and how to effectively use a library. Technology is integrated into the library in the form of Android devices.

Membership in the PTO allows you to join with other interested parents, teachers and faculty members to improve opportunities for our Parkway Christian students.

Your family’s membership dues help Parkway Christian by providing immediate funds for the needs of our students and teachers. Your contributions are used to provide a variety of enriching programs and activities for students, which would otherwise be unavailable.

By joining the PTO and volunteering at the school, you will be investing in the lives and education of all the Parkway Christian students!

The PTO would like to thank you for your continued prayers, generosity and support.

Our annual fundraiser allows us to spend an evening of fellowship, charity, and good times with one another. The event includes a delicious dinner, music, dancing, and silent and live auctions. The Gala night provides a great opportunity to unite our Parkway community as we share the common goal of raising funds to enhance our school and the education of our children. This year the monies raised from our Gala will go towards funding an indoor gymnasium with stage for school programs and performances.

In order for us to reach our fundraising goals and to fuel our future successes, we count on the continued support of our generous donors and families with our upcoming silent and live auctions. Parkway Christian School donors and sponsors, not only help our school, but also promote their business and products to a target audience of nearly 250 attendees. Auction items will be displayed, individuals can bid and purchase tickets online at www.BiddingForGood.com/parkway increasing a company’s visibility to several hundred more supporters of Parkway Christian School who are not able to attend the Gala.

If you or someone you know would like to donate an item or service to our annual gala, please email Rebecca Bossman, our Administrator of Program Advancement (rbossman@pcs-fl.net) or call her (954-424-6425).

Volunteer Opportunities

Our parent volunteers make Parkway Christian School great! There are many ways for parents and grandparents to get involved and help our school.

Classroom Volunteering (includes but not limited to: centers, field trips, parties, etc.)

School Store

Media Center

Parent Ambassador Program

Special Events (i.e. Boosterthon, Grandparents Day, How Down, Book Fair, Christmas Shop, etc.)

Lunch Room Volunteer - to volunteer click here http://vols.pt/ZP3Ukx

Parkway Christian School families can leave a lasting legacy both physically and monetarily. Parkway Christian School invites you to be a part of a very special commemorative opportunity and support the school with a one-time donation that will last a lifetime.

The Legacy Walk (formerly known as The Children's Walk) is proudly displayed throughout the breezeway with commemorative bricks purchased by our Parkway families. Partner with us and leave a lasting memory.

Buy a brick (or 2) for the school’s the Legacy Walk in honor of a child, in memory of a loved one, to recognize your company…or simply show your love of God and commitment to our children’s future.

Bricks are $100 each

4” x 8” Bricks

3 Lines per Brick

20 characters per line (including spaces and punctuation)

Contact Susan Smith, susansmith@pcs-fl.net, to leave your legacy today.

Probably the easiest way to give back– Box Tops for Education!

For every Box Top you clip, Parkway Christian School will receive 10 cents. That may not sound like a lot, but it adds up quickly!

Support while you shop. Amazon Smile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to Parkway Christian School.

One Friday a month from September through May the school has an optional Spirit Day. Students may choose to dress out of uniform on these days for a minimum donation of $1 per student per day. The money collected goes to a different charity each month.

Here are the chairties we support with links to their site:

September 7 - Kid’s Cancer Awareness

October 5 - Women’s Mission in Guatemala

November 2 - Harvest Drive

December 14 - Sheridan House Toy Drive

January 11 - Sally Walker Scholarship

February 8 - Jump Rope for Heart

February 19-22 - Middle School Spirit Week

March 1 - Sheridan House Single Mom Ministry

April 12 - JDRF

May 3 - Star Wars May the 4th

Giving back and volunteering is a big part of being a PCS student. Parkway Christian School students gain an understanding of the importance of service leadership through various programs and activities. Most activities are coordinated by students and parents after seeing a need within the community.

The following highlight some of the ways our students have reached out to their local community and the world:

•Character Trait Education and Recognition

•Seafarer’s House

•Middle School Student Government

•Jump Rope for Heart

•National Junior Honor Society

•Fire Safety Awareness

•Elementary Student Council

•Shamrocks for Muscular Dystrophy

•Panther Cub Mentoring

•Student of the Month (Town of Davie)

•Safety Patrol

•Monthly Spirit Days (monies collected go to various charities, i.e. Ronald McDonald House, JDRF, Haiti Outreach and many more)

•Panther Pride

•Pinnacle Award

•Harvest Drive

Panther-Cub Mentoring Program enhances the student relationships among grade levels. Older students pair up with younger students in order to mentor and help them with various tasks. Projects can take many forms. Here are just a few: •Homework/class work help •Tutoring •Projects •Reading/story time •Eating lunch •Playground time •Special events/holidays

Students learn leadership and service through coordinating and and participating in various activities. Activities include volunteering, fundraising and service.

Students participate in activities to enhance the student life experience at Parkway Christian School. Students that are in this class run for office, provide service to teachers and staff, fundraise and provide school spirit opportunities for fellow students.

PCS participates in the National Junior Honor Society, a national organization established to recognize outstanding middle level students. PCS middle school students become eligible for membership in the Panther Chapter of NJHS after the second semester of their 6th and 7th grade years by demonstrating excellence in the areas of service, scholarship, (GPA of 3.6 in core classes and Spanish), leadership, and citizenship. Once inducted, members are expected to maintain a 3.6 GPA in their core and Spanish classes, attend meetings, participate in various service projects throughout the year, including a minimum of 6 hours of service with one organization, and continue to show and grow in excellence. NJHS members are required to pay annual membership dues.

AAA School Safety Patrols benefit students, schools, and communities. Students gain safety awareness, leadership, teamwork, pride, citizenship and respect for law enforcement. Schools benefit from opportunities to promote traffic safety awareness, peer-to-peer education, character-building opportunities, a constructive outlet for students’ energy and a positive relationship with parents, law enforcement, and the overall community. Communities benefit from safer environments for pedestrians and motorists, a spirit of volunteerism and civic-mindedness, as well as, a positive collaboration with law enforcement.

Giving back and volunteering is a big part of being a PCS student. Students gain an understanding of the importance of service leadership through various programs and activities. Most activities are coordinated by students and parents after seeing a need within the community.

Some of the ways our students have reached out to their local community and the world are:

• Character Trait Education and Recognition

• Middle School Student Government

• National Junior Honor Society

• Fire Safety Awareness

• Elementary Student Council

• Panther Cub Mentoring

• Student of the Month (Town of Davie)

• Safety Patrol

• Monthly Spirit Days (Monies collected go to various charities, i.e. Sheridan House, JDRF, Joe DiMaggio and many more)

• Panther Pride

• Pinnacle Award

• Harvest Drive

Panther-Cub Mentoring Program enhances the student relationships between grade levels. Older students pair up with younger students in order to mentor and help them with various tasks.

• Projects can take many forms. Here are just a few:

• Homework/class work help

• Tutoring

• Projects

• Reading/story time

• Eating lunch together

• Playground time

• Special events/holidays

Students learn leadership and service through coordinating and participating in various activities. Activities include volunteering, fundraising and service.

Students participate in activities to enhance the student life experience at Parkway Christian School. Students that are in this class run for office, provide service to teachers and staff, fundraise and provide school spirit opportunities for fellow students.

PCS participates in the National Junior Honor Society, a national organization established to recognize outstanding middle level students. PCS middle school students become eligible for membership in the Panther Chapter of NJHS after the second semester of their Sixth and Seventh grade years by demonstrating excellence in the areas of service, scholarship (GPA of 3.6 in core classes and Spanish), leadership and citizenship. Once inducted, members are expected to maintain a 3.6 GPA in their core and Spanish classes, attend meetings, participate in various service projects throughout the year-including a minimum of 6 hours of service with one organization-and continue to show and grow in excellence. NJHS members are required to pay annual membership dues.

AAA School Safety Patrols benefit students, schools, and communities. Students gain safety awareness, leadership skills, teamwork experience, pride in their work and respect for law enforcement. Schools benefit from opportunities to promote traffic safety awareness, peer-to-peer education, character-building opportunities, constructive outlets for students’ energy, positive relationships with parents, law enforcement and the overall community. Communities benefit from safer environments for pedestrians and motorists, a spirit of volunteerism and civic-mindedness, as well as a positive collaboration with law enforcement.

•Morning Care

Morning Care, beginning every morning at 7:00 AM, is available to all Parkway Christian School students. Students participating in Morning Care are supervised by a school employee in the Multipurpose Room. All students arriving at Parkway Christian School prior to 7:30 AM must be dropped off by their parents in Morning Care. Students are directed to the Breezeway promptly at 8:00 AM.

•After School Care

After School Care begins the first day of school and is available to all students at Parkway Christian School. Parents need to register students up for After School Care ahead of time. All students in Kindergarten Prep through Grade 8 who are not picked up at dismissal or are participating in an Enrichment Program are escorted to After School Care. After School Care ends at 6:00 PM.

During their time there, all students participate in a range of age appropriate activities including homework assistance, free play, and snack.

•Sibling Care

Parkway has three dismissal times. In order to avoid multiple pick ups for parents, Sibling Care was created. Sibling Care is staffed and monitored by our Teacher Aides and Child Care Staff.

Kindergarten Prep and Kindergarten dismiss at 2:05 PM, 1st through 5th grades dismiss at 2:30 PM and Middle School dismiss at 3:00 PM. Sibling Care is available to families that have students with different dismissal times. Siblings may be picked up at the latest dismissal time. Students in Sibling Care are supervised until parents pick up their students.

Kindergarten Prep and Kindergarten students in Sibling Care have snack time before being dismissed with their eldest sibling at either 2:30 PM or 3:00 PM. First through fifth grade students in Sibling Care are supervised until the 3:00 PM car line.

As an extension of Parkway Christian School's After School Program, enrichment classes are designed to complement a rigorous day of academic learning. By providing students with invaluable opportunities to explore, enrichment classes help nurture students' creative and extracurricular interests. These classes enhance a student's education by bringing new concepts to light or by using old concepts in new ways. Activities are fun for the student, but they also impart knowledge.

We offer a myriad of exciting after school enrichment classes for students in KP through Fifth Grade. Some of the most popular activities include Sports Mania, Tennis, Mind Lab, Dance, Karate, Breakfast Bunch and Bricks4Kidz. Enrichment classes are available based on interest.

Hot lunches are available and provided by SLA Management, an outside catering service for an additional cost. Parents may choose to order a hot lunch at an additional cost or pack a nutritious lunch for their child. Each child is able to have a prepaid lunch account.

All SLA school lunches mirror the National School Lunch standards for daily values of protein, vegetables, fruit, dairy and grain. SLA management staff is comprised of seasoned food executives who are motivated to make a positive contribution to our children's development. Beyond delicious nutritious meal options, their goal is to create a cafe atmosphere that provides a positive stress free dining experience for all students.

SLA's Build-A-Meal™ program allows students to choose from a variety of daily entrees and healthy side items, including fresh fruit and fresh vegetables on a daily basis.

Click on the following link to see our current menu:

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It is imperative that students adhere to the school’s dress code. Uniforms are required to be worn by all students.

Uniform bottoms, i.e. shorts, pants, skirts, and skorts must be solid navy or khaki and may be purchased at a store of your choice. Girls may also wear navy, khaki or the #1 plaid (from Ibiley Uniforms) dresses, jumpers, skirts and skorts. You may purchase #1 plaid items at www.Ibiley.com. The best way to gauge proper attire is to lean toward purchasing the French Toast or Dickies brand. Denim jeans are not acceptable on uniform days. Parkway Christian School polo shirts (available in red, green, navy, and white) with the school logo must be purchased through the school and are to be worn daily with appropriate uniform bottoms, except on PE days and specially designated dress down days. Boys and girls must wear belts, if belt loops are present, and keep their shirts tucked in at all times. Girls’ skirt length should be no shorter than two inches above the knee and shorts should be bermuda style in length. Students may not wear sandals or slip-ons of any kind and must wear closed shoes.

On PE days, students must wear the PE grade appropriate uniform purchased from Parkway. Socks need to be worn with athletic sneakers.

Jackets, sweatshirts, or sweatpants, other than those purchased from Parkway, may not have any graphics, writing, stripes or designs and must be a solid navy or gray. Coats/jackets and hats, when necessary, may be worn when students are outside of the school building only. Long sleeve T shirts under the school polo shirt or P.E. shirt may be worn but must be solid red, white, navy or green and may not have any graphics, writing, stripes or designs. Leggings may be worn under dresses, skirts or shorts and must be solid navy, gray, or white and may not have any graphics, writing, stripes or designs. We recommend choosing to dress on the conservative side in order to avoid infractions. Uniform infractions are issued to students not following the PCS uniform code. Elementary parents will be notified of uniform infractions, including repeated un-tucked shirts. Students will receive a $25 administrative detention on every fourth uniform infraction in a quarter.

“Spirit Day” or any “dress down day” (out of uniform) attire must be on the conservative side. The following items are not allowed at any time: open shoes, sandals, slippers or slip-ons of any kind, girls’ skirt length no shorter than two inches above the knee, spaghetti strap tops, ‘short’ shorts, overly tight clothing, writing/words/graphics on the backside of bottoms, clothing items with tears/rips/holes, bandannas, or any head dress or hats, unless specifically stated for any special occasions, while inside. Administration reserves to right to determine if items of clothing are inappropriate. Parents may be asked to bring appropriate clothing when necessary.

Membership in the PTO allows you to join with other interested parents, teachers and faculty members to improve opportunities for our Parkway Christian students.

Your family’s membership dues help Parkway Christian by providing immediate funds for the needs of our students and teachers. Your contributions are used to provide a variety of enriching programs and activities for students, which would otherwise be unavailable.

By joining the PTO and volunteering at the school, you will be investing in the lives and education of all the Parkway Christian students!

The PTO would like to thank you for your continued prayers, generosity and support.

Our annual fundraiser allows us to spend an evening of fellowship, charity, and good times with one another. The event includes a delicious dinner, music, dancing, and silent and live auctions. The Gala night provides a great opportunity to unite our Parkway community as we share the common goal of raising funds to enhance our school and the education of our children. This year the monies raised from our Gala will go towards funding an indoor gymnasium with stage for school programs and performances.

In order for us to reach our fundraising goals and to fuel our future successes, we count on the continued support of our generous donors and families with our upcoming silent and live auctions. Parkway Christian School donors and sponsors, not only help our school, but also promote their business and products to a target audience of nearly 250 attendees. Auction items will be displayed, individuals can bid and purchase tickets online at www.BiddingForGood.com/parkway increasing a company’s visibility to several hundred more supporters of Parkway Christian School who are not able to attend the Gala.

If you or someone you know would like to donate an item or service to our annual gala, please email Rebecca Bossman, our Administrator of Program Advancement (rbossman@pcs-fl.net) or call her (954-424-6425).

Volunteer Opportunities

Our parent volunteers make Parkway Christian School great! There are many ways for parents and grandparents to get involved and help our school.

Classroom Volunteering (includes but not limited to: centers, field trips, parties, etc.)

School Store

Media Center

Parent Ambassador Program

Special Events (i.e. Boosterthon, Grandparents Day, How Down, Book Fair, Christmas Shop, etc.)

Lunch Room Volunteer - to volunteer click here http://vols.pt/ZP3Ukx

Parkway Christian School families can leave a lasting legacy both physically and monetarily. Parkway Christian School invites you to be a part of a very special commemorative opportunity and support the school with a one-time donation that will last a lifetime.

The Legacy Walk (formerly known as The Children's Walk) is proudly displayed throughout the breezeway with commemorative bricks purchased by our Parkway families. Partner with us and leave a lasting memory.

Buy a brick (or 2) for the school’s the Legacy Walk in honor of a child, in memory of a loved one, to recognize your company…or simply show your love of God and commitment to our children’s future.

Bricks are $100 each

4” x 8” Bricks

3 Lines per Brick

20 characters per line (including spaces and punctuation)

Contact Susan Smith, susansmith@pcs-fl.net, to leave your legacy today.

Probably the easiest way to give back– Box Tops for Education!

For every Box Top you clip, Parkway Christian School will receive 10 cents. That may not sound like a lot, but it adds up quickly!

Support while you shop. Amazon Smile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to Parkway Christian School.

One Friday a month from September through May the school has an optional Spirit Day. Students may choose to dress out of uniform on these days for a minimum donation of $1 per student per day. The money collected goes to a different charity each month.

Here are the chairties we support with links to their site:

September 7 - Kid’s Cancer Awareness

October 5 - Women’s Mission in Guatemala

November 2 - Harvest Drive

December 14 - Sheridan House Toy Drive

January 11 - Sally Walker Scholarship

February 8 - Jump Rope for Heart

February 19-22 - Middle School Spirit Week

March 1 - Sheridan House Single Mom Ministry

April 12 - JDRF

May 3 - Star Wars May the 4th

Membership in the PTO allows you to join with other interested parents, teachers and faculty members to improve opportunities for our Parkway Christian students.

Your family’s membership dues help Parkway Christian by providing immediate funds for the needs of our students and teachers. Your contributions are used to provide a variety of enriching programs and activities for students, which would otherwise be unavailable.

By joining the PTO and volunteering at the school, you will be investing in the lives and education of all the Parkway Christian students!

The PTO would like to thank you for your continued prayers, generosity and support.

Our annual fundraiser allows us to spend an evening of fellowship, charity, and good times with one another. The event includes a delicious dinner, music, dancing, and silent and live auctions. The Gala night provides a great opportunity to unite our Parkway community as we share the common goal of raising funds to enhance our school and the education of our children. This year the monies raised from our Gala will go towards funding an indoor gymnasium with stage for school programs and performances.

In order for us to reach our fundraising goals and to fuel our future successes, we count on the continued support of our generous donors and families with our upcoming silent and live auctions. Parkway Christian School donors and sponsors, not only help our school, but also promote their business and products to a target audience of nearly 250 attendees. Auction items will be displayed, individuals can bid and purchase tickets online at www.BiddingForGood.com/parkway increasing a company’s visibility to several hundred more supporters of Parkway Christian School who are not able to attend the Gala.

If you or someone you know would like to donate an item or service to our annual gala, please email Rebecca Bossman, our Administrator of Program Advancement (rbossman@pcs-fl.net) or call her (954-424-6425).

Volunteer Opportunities

Our parent volunteers make Parkway Christian School great! There are many ways for parents and grandparents to get involved and help our school.

Classroom Volunteering (includes but not limited to: centers, field trips, parties, etc.)

School Store

Media Center

Parent Ambassador Program

Special Events (i.e. Boosterthon, Grandparents Day, How Down, Book Fair, Christmas Shop, etc.)

Lunch Room Volunteer - to volunteer click here http://vols.pt/ZP3Ukx

Parkway Christian School families can leave a lasting legacy both physically and monetarily. Parkway Christian School invites you to be a part of a very special commemorative opportunity and support the school with a one-time donation that will last a lifetime.

The Legacy Walk (formerly known as The Children's Walk) is proudly displayed throughout the breezeway with commemorative bricks purchased by our Parkway families. Partner with us and leave a lasting memory.

Buy a brick (or 2) for the school’s the Legacy Walk in honor of a child, in memory of a loved one, to recognize your company…or simply show your love of God and commitment to our children’s future.

Bricks are $100 each

4” x 8” Bricks

3 Lines per Brick

20 characters per line (including spaces and punctuation)

Contact Susan Smith, susansmith@pcs-fl.net, to leave your legacy today.

Probably the easiest way to give back– Box Tops for Education!

For every Box Top you clip, Parkway Christian School will receive 10 cents. That may not sound like a lot, but it adds up quickly!

Support while you shop. Amazon Smile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to Parkway Christian School.

One Friday a month from September through May the school has an optional Spirit Day. Students may choose to dress out of uniform on these days for a minimum donation of $1 per student per day. The money collected goes to a different charity each month.

Here are the chairties we support with links to their site:

September 7 - Kid’s Cancer Awareness

October 5 - Women’s Mission in Guatemala

November 2 - Harvest Drive

December 14 - Sheridan House Toy Drive

January 11 - Sally Walker Scholarship

February 8 - Jump Rope for Heart

February 19-22 - Middle School Spirit Week

March 1 - Sheridan House Single Mom Ministry

April 12 - JDRF

May 3 - Star Wars May the 4th

Membership in the PTO allows you to join with other interested parents, teachers and faculty members to improve opportunities for our Parkway Christian students.

Your family’s membership dues help Parkway Christian by providing immediate funds for the needs of our students and teachers. Your contributions are used to provide a variety of enriching programs and activities for students, which would otherwise be unavailable.

By joining the PTO and volunteering at the school, you will be investing in the lives and education of all the Parkway Christian students!

The PTO would like to thank you for your continued prayers, generosity and support.

Our annual fundraiser allows us to spend an evening of fellowship, charity, and good times with one another. The event includes a delicious dinner, music, dancing, and silent and live auctions. The Gala night provides a great opportunity to unite our Parkway community as we share the common goal of raising funds to enhance our school and the education of our children. This year the monies raised from our Gala will go towards funding an indoor gymnasium with stage for school programs and performances.

In order for us to reach our fundraising goals and to fuel our future successes, we count on the continued support of our generous donors and families with our upcoming silent and live auctions. Parkway Christian School donors and sponsors, not only help our school, but also promote their business and products to a target audience of nearly 250 attendees. Auction items will be displayed, individuals can bid and purchase tickets online at www.BiddingForGood.com/parkway increasing a company’s visibility to several hundred more supporters of Parkway Christian School who are not able to attend the Gala.

If you or someone you know would like to donate an item or service to our annual gala, please email Rebecca Bossman, our Administrator of Program Advancement (rbossman@pcs-fl.net) or call her (954-424-6425).

Volunteer Opportunities

Our parent volunteers make Parkway Christian School great! There are many ways for parents and grandparents to get involved and help our school.

Classroom Volunteering (includes but not limited to: centers, field trips, parties, etc.)

School Store

Media Center

Parent Ambassador Program

Special Events (i.e. Boosterthon, Grandparents Day, How Down, Book Fair, Christmas Shop, etc.)

Lunch Room Volunteer - to volunteer click here http://vols.pt/ZP3Ukx

Parkway Christian School families can leave a lasting legacy both physically and monetarily. Parkway Christian School invites you to be a part of a very special commemorative opportunity and support the school with a one-time donation that will last a lifetime.

The Legacy Walk (formerly known as The Children's Walk) is proudly displayed throughout the breezeway with commemorative bricks purchased by our Parkway families. Partner with us and leave a lasting memory.

Buy a brick (or 2) for the school’s the Legacy Walk in honor of a child, in memory of a loved one, to recognize your company…or simply show your love of God and commitment to our children’s future.

Bricks are $100 each

4” x 8” Bricks

3 Lines per Brick

20 characters per line (including spaces and punctuation)

Contact Susan Smith, susansmith@pcs-fl.net, to leave your legacy today.

Probably the easiest way to give back– Box Tops for Education!

For every Box Top you clip, Parkway Christian School will receive 10 cents. That may not sound like a lot, but it adds up quickly!

Support while you shop. Amazon Smile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you’ll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to Parkway Christian School.

One Friday a month from September through May the school has an optional Spirit Day. Students may choose to dress out of uniform on these days for a minimum donation of $1 per student per day. The money collected goes to a different charity each month.

Here are the chairties we support with links to their site:

September 7 - Kid’s Cancer Awareness

October 5 - Women’s Mission in Guatemala

November 2 - Harvest Drive

December 14 - Sheridan House Toy Drive

January 11 - Sally Walker Scholarship

February 8 - Jump Rope for Heart

February 19-22 - Middle School Spirit Week

March 1 - Sheridan House Single Mom Ministry

April 12 - JDRF

May 3 - Star Wars May the 4th

Membership in the PTO allows you to join with other interested parents, teachers and faculty members to improve opportunities for our Parkway Christian students.

Your family’s membership dues help Parkway Christian by providing immediate funds for the needs of our students and teachers. Your contributions are used to provide a variety of enriching programs and activities for students, which would otherwise be unavailable.

By joining the PTO and volunteering at the school, you will be investing in the lives and education of all the Parkway Christian students!

The PTO would like to thank you for your continued prayers, generosity and support.

Our parent volunteers make Parkway Christian School great! There are many ways for parents and grandparents to get involved and help our school.

Current Opportunities:

• Classroom Volunteering (includes but not limited to: centers, field trips, parties, etc.)

• School Store

• Media Center

• Parent Ambassador Program

• Special Events (i.e. Booster, Grandparents Day, Hoedown, Book Fair, Christmas Shop, etc.)

• Lunch Room Volunteer - to volunteer, email kaubrey@pcs-fl.net

As members of Parkway Christian Church, we confess that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, and proclaim him Lord and Savior of the world. In Christ’s name and by His grace, we accept our mission of witness and service to all people. We rejoice in God, the maker of heaven and earth, and in the covenant of love, which binds us to God and one another. Through baptism into Christ, we enter into newness of life and are made one with the whole people of God. In the communion of the Holy Spirit, we are joined together in discipleship and in obedience to Christ. Within the universal 7 church, we receive the gift of ministry and the light of scripture. In the bonds of Christian faith, we yield ourselves to God who we serve, the One whose kingdom has no end. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen. Christian spirituality is a way of life that relates to who and what we are and to whom and what God is as revealed in Jesus Christ and as experienced through the Holy Spirit. We encourage one another in the spiritual disciplines and practices through which we open ourselves to being shaped by God. Those disciplines include prayer, Bible study, worship, stewardship, service, study of the church’s tradition and hospitality to strangers. Our spiritual development ministries range from teaching children to love Jesus to helping adults live Christ-like lives. One of these ministries is Parkway Christian School. We are devoted to excellence in the spiritual development of the children attending, as well as their educational development. Our goal is to prepare students to live in a diverse society with their Christian Faith centered on Christ’s love, example, and teaching. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen.

●To aim to glorify God in all that we do.

● To build the foundation of our school on Christ, Character and Community.

● To maintain an innovative curriculum that strives towards excellence.

● To demonstrate character traits and the Fruit of the Spirit from Galatians. We expect responsible, ethical, and Christ-centered behavior both personally and professionally.

● To encourage open communication and creative thinking.

● To promote teamwork among the entire Parkway family that will enhance our community spirit.

● To encourage and enhance student, parent, and family relationships.

Parkway’s Portrait of a Graduate allows parents, constituents and prospective students to get a snapshot of what our students look like when they graduate. Our goal is to create and maintain a partnership between home and school to develop the following qualities.

Poised

Self-advocacy

Selfless

Goal Oriented

Virtuous

Forward Thinker

Confident

Character Driven

Motivated

Disciple of Christ Relational

Global Awareness

Organized

Positive Digital Citizen

Respectful

Effective Communicator

Responsible

Critical/Analytical Thinker

Well Rounded

Involved in Community Outreach

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Standards of Ethical Conduct

Employees of an educational institution are held to a higher standard by parents, students, colleagues, and members of the public. As educational professionals, Parkway Christian School (PCS or the School) has a responsibility to provide the children we teach with the opportunity to obtain the best education possible which includes establishing, implementing, maintaining, and evaluating the learning environment in which the spiritual, emotional, psychological, academic and social needs of the students are met.

PCS supports and endorses a strict policy of respect toward students and expects employees to act at all times as adult role models. The School is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes kindness, acceptance, and embraces differences among individuals.

PCS strives to ensure an ideal learning and working environment for all, with employees adhering to the following directives:

Create and maintain a learning atmosphere which affirms the dignity of the student.

Treat students and colleagues with civility and respect.

Foster a stimulating and productive learning environment in which the pros and cons of debatable issues are fairly acknowledged.

Nurture and protect intellectual freedom for students and colleagues.

Require all employees to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the School’s students at all times

Prohibit any type of bullying or harassment activity among students and not tolerating unlawful harassment of students and employees. The term "harassment" includes, but is not limited to, slurs, jokes, and other verbal, graphic or physical conduct relating to an individual's race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, or disability. "Harassment" also includes sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, offensive touching, and other verbal, graphic or physical conduct of a sexual nature.

Avoid unacceptable discriminatory conduct based on such factors as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, or political beliefs.

Seek to make the School a hospitable community for all students and colleagues, and should be sensitive to the harmful consequences of professional or student conduct or comments in classroom discussions or elsewhere that perpetuate stereotypes or prejudices involving such factors.

Employees shall maintain the highest level of honesty, integrity, and professionalism in their dealings with students, parents, their co-workers, and the public..

Employees should act with integrity, including being honest and candid, while still maintaining the confidentiality of information where required.

Employees must maintain the confidentiality of all confidential information of the School, its students, parents and other family members, customers, suppliers, or joint venture parties that is entrusted to them, except when disclosure is legally mandated, such as any personal information that potentially pertains to a concern of student abuse, abandonment, or neglect, or is expressly authorized by the School

Employees shall comply with all applicable laws, school policies, rules, and regulations. It is the personal responsibility of each employee to adhere to the standards and restrictions imposed by such laws, policies, rules, and regulations.

Employees have an obligation to keep children and the School’s campus safe by ensuring that all standard safety rules and guidelines are followed, whether in the classroom or on campus, on a field trip, on the bus, or at any school-related event.

Employees must promptly report any concerns relating to child abuse, abandonment, or neglect in accordance with the procedures set forth in the School’s Child Abuse Reporting Policy.

Employees must not seek any personal advantage or to seek any advantage on behalf of the School, through illegal or unethical practices.

No employee should take unfair advantage of anyone through manipulation, concealment, abuse of privileged information, misrepresentation of material facts, or any unfair dealing practice.

Training Requirement

All instructional personnel and administrators are required as a condition of employment to complete training on these standards of ethical conduct.

Misconduct by School Employees

Employees and administrators are obligated to report any employee misconduct that affects the health, safety, or welfare of children.

Examples of misconduct include:

Any interaction or communication that may reflect even the appearance of impropriety or make students feel uncomfortable Swearing, making inappropriate sexual, racial/or ethnic comments

Yelling or abusive actions toward a student

Drinking or using illegal drugs at school, around or with students, or at any school-related event when students are present

Touching students or their clothing in non-professional ways or inappropriate places, or touching a student with aggression, in frustration, or when highly emotional

Speaking with innuendo to suggest a relationship or sexual subjects

Engaging students to complete personal errands for you

Conduct based on such factors as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, or political beliefs.

Reporting Employee Misconduct

Any employee who becomes aware of any existing or potential employee misconduct is required to promptly notify the Head of School, Human Resources or the Preschool Director.

Any employee who becomes aware of any existing or potential employee misconduct by an administrator is required to promptly notify the Head of School, Human Resources or the Preschool Director.

Legally sufficient allegations of misconduct by Florida certified educators will be reported to the Office of Professional Practices Services. Policies and procedures for reporting misconduct by instructional personnel or school administrators which affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student are posted in the School’s office, Human Resources Office, Employee Work Room, Employee Lunch Rooms, School’s Cafeteria.and on our Web Site at www.pcs-fl.net.

Child Abuse Reporting Obligations

All employees have an affirmative duty and legal responsibility to report all actual and suspected cases of child abuse. Any information received that leads to a suspicion that a child has been abused, neglected, or abandoned must be reported by calling 1-800-96-ABUSE or reporting online at http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/abuse/report/.

Florida Statutes require that all school personnel immediately (within 24 hours) report situations involving potential child abuse, neglect, or abandonment. The statute contains these definitions: “Abuse”: any willful act or threatened act that results in any physical, mental, or sexual injury or harm that causes or is likely to cause the child’s physical , mental, or emotional health to be significantly impaired.

Signs of Physical Abuse: The child may have unexplained bruises, welts, cuts, or other injuries; broken bones; or burns. A child experiencing physical abuse may seem withdrawn or depressed, seem afraid to go home or may run away, shy away from physical contact, be aggressive, or wear inappropriate clothing to hide injuries.

Signs of Sexual Abuse: The child may have torn, stained or bloody underwear, trouble walking or sitting, pain or itching in genital area, or a sexually transmitted disease. A child experiencing sexual abuse may have unusual knowledge of sex or act seductively, fear a particular person, seem withdrawn or depressed, gain or lose weight suddenly, shy away from physical contact, or run away from home.

Patterns of Abuse: Serious abuse usually involves a combination of factors. While a single sign may not be significant, a pattern of physical or behavioral signs is a serious indicator and should be reported.

“Neglect”: when a child is deprived of, or is allowed to be deprived of, necessary food, clothing, shelter, or medical treatment or a child is permitted to live in an environment when such deprivation or environment causes the child’s physical, mental, or emotional health to be significantly impaired or to be in danger of being significantly impaired.

Signs of Neglect: The child may have unattended medical needs, little or no supervision at home, poor hygiene, or appear underweight. A child experiencing neglect may be frequently tired or hungry, steal food, or appear overly needy for adult attention.

“Abandonment”: a situation in which the parent or legal custodian of a child, or in the absence of a parent or legal custodian, the caregiver responsible for the child’s welfare, while being able, makes no provision for the child’s support and makes no effort to communicate with the child, which situation is sufficient to evince a willful rejection of parental obligations.

Liability Protections

Any person, official, or institution participating in good faith in any act authorized or required by law, or reporting in good faith any instance of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect to the department or any law enforcement agency, shall be immune from any civil or criminal liability which might otherwise result by reason of such action. (F.S. 39.203)

An employer who discloses information about a former or current employee to a prospective employer of the former or current employee upon request of the prospective employer or of the former or current employee is immune from civil liability for such disclosure or its consequences unless it is shown by clear and convincing evidence that the information disclosed by the former or current employer was knowingly false or violated any civil right of the former or current employee protected under F.S. Chapter 760. (F.S. 768.095)

Rev. April 2019

As members of Parkway Christian Church, we confess that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, and proclaim him Lord and Savior of the world. In Christ’s name and by His grace, we accept our mission of witness and service to all people. We rejoice in God, the maker of heaven and earth, and in the covenant of love, which binds us to God and one another. Through baptism into Christ, we enter into newness of life and are made one with the whole people of God. In the communion of the Holy Spirit, we are joined together in discipleship and in obedience to Christ. Within the universal 7 church, we receive the gift of ministry and the light of scripture. In the bonds of Christian faith, we yield ourselves to God who we serve, the One whose kingdom has no end. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen. Christian spirituality is a way of life that relates to who and what we are and to whom and what God is as revealed in Jesus Christ and as experienced through the Holy Spirit. We encourage one another in the spiritual disciplines and practices through which we open ourselves to being shaped by God. Those disciplines include prayer, Bible study, worship, stewardship, service, study of the church’s tradition and hospitality to strangers. Our spiritual development ministries range from teaching children to love Jesus to helping adults live Christ-like lives. One of these ministries is Parkway Christian School. We are devoted to excellence in the spiritual development of the children attending, as well as their educational development. Our goal is to prepare students to live in a diverse society with their Christian Faith centered on Christ’s love, example, and teaching. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen.

●To aim to glorify God in all that we do.

● To build the foundation of our school on Christ, Character and Community.

● To maintain an innovative curriculum that strives towards excellence.

● To demonstrate character traits and the Fruit of the Spirit from Galatians. We expect responsible, ethical, and Christ-centered behavior both personally and professionally.

● To encourage open communication and creative thinking.

● To promote teamwork among the entire Parkway family that will enhance our community spirit.

● To encourage and enhance student, parent, and family relationships.

Parkway’s Portrait of a Graduate allows parents, constituents and prospective students to get a snapshot of what our students look like when they graduate. Our goal is to create and maintain a partnership between home and school to develop the following qualities.

Poised

Self-advocacy

Selfless

Goal Oriented

Virtuous

Forward Thinker

Confident

Character Driven

Motivated

Disciple of Christ Relational

Global Awareness

Organized

Positive Digital Citizen

Respectful

Effective Communicator

Responsible

Critical/Analytical Thinker

Well Rounded

Involved in Community Outreach

Church Office

954-476-0020

Parkway Christian Church

Visit Their Website>>>

Parkway Christian School

Standards of Ethical Conduct

Employees of an educational institution are held to a higher standard by parents, students, colleagues, and members of the public. As educational professionals, Parkway Christian School (PCS or the School) has a responsibility to provide the children we teach with the opportunity to obtain the best education possible which includes establishing, implementing, maintaining, and evaluating the learning environment in which the spiritual, emotional, psychological, academic and social needs of the students are met.

PCS supports and endorses a strict policy of respect toward students and expects employees to act at all times as adult role models. The School is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes kindness, acceptance, and embraces differences among individuals.

PCS strives to ensure an ideal learning and working environment for all, with employees adhering to the following directives:

Create and maintain a learning atmosphere which affirms the dignity of the student.

Treat students and colleagues with civility and respect.

Foster a stimulating and productive learning environment in which the pros and cons of debatable issues are fairly acknowledged.

Nurture and protect intellectual freedom for students and colleagues.

Require all employees to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the School’s students at all times

Prohibit any type of bullying or harassment activity among students and not tolerating unlawful harassment of students and employees. The term "harassment" includes, but is not limited to, slurs, jokes, and other verbal, graphic or physical conduct relating to an individual's race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, or disability. "Harassment" also includes sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, offensive touching, and other verbal, graphic or physical conduct of a sexual nature.

Avoid unacceptable discriminatory conduct based on such factors as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, or political beliefs.

Seek to make the School a hospitable community for all students and colleagues, and should be sensitive to the harmful consequences of professional or student conduct or comments in classroom discussions or elsewhere that perpetuate stereotypes or prejudices involving such factors.

Employees shall maintain the highest level of honesty, integrity, and professionalism in their dealings with students, parents, their co-workers, and the public..

Employees should act with integrity, including being honest and candid, while still maintaining the confidentiality of information where required.

Employees must maintain the confidentiality of all confidential information of the School, its students, parents and other family members, customers, suppliers, or joint venture parties that is entrusted to them, except when disclosure is legally mandated, such as any personal information that potentially pertains to a concern of student abuse, abandonment, or neglect, or is expressly authorized by the School

Employees shall comply with all applicable laws, school policies, rules, and regulations. It is the personal responsibility of each employee to adhere to the standards and restrictions imposed by such laws, policies, rules, and regulations.

Employees have an obligation to keep children and the School’s campus safe by ensuring that all standard safety rules and guidelines are followed, whether in the classroom or on campus, on a field trip, on the bus, or at any school-related event.

Employees must promptly report any concerns relating to child abuse, abandonment, or neglect in accordance with the procedures set forth in the School’s Child Abuse Reporting Policy.

Employees must not seek any personal advantage or to seek any advantage on behalf of the School, through illegal or unethical practices.

No employee should take unfair advantage of anyone through manipulation, concealment, abuse of privileged information, misrepresentation of material facts, or any unfair dealing practice.

Training Requirement

All instructional personnel and administrators are required as a condition of employment to complete training on these standards of ethical conduct.

Misconduct by School Employees

Employees and administrators are obligated to report any employee misconduct that affects the health, safety, or welfare of children.

Examples of misconduct include:

Any interaction or communication that may reflect even the appearance of impropriety or make students feel uncomfortable Swearing, making inappropriate sexual, racial/or ethnic comments

Yelling or abusive actions toward a student

Drinking or using illegal drugs at school, around or with students, or at any school-related event when students are present

Touching students or their clothing in non-professional ways or inappropriate places, or touching a student with aggression, in frustration, or when highly emotional

Speaking with innuendo to suggest a relationship or sexual subjects

Engaging students to complete personal errands for you

Conduct based on such factors as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, or political beliefs.

Reporting Employee Misconduct

Any employee who becomes aware of any existing or potential employee misconduct is required to promptly notify the Head of School, Human Resources or the Preschool Director.

Any employee who becomes aware of any existing or potential employee misconduct by an administrator is required to promptly notify the Head of School, Human Resources or the Preschool Director.

Legally sufficient allegations of misconduct by Florida certified educators will be reported to the Office of Professional Practices Services. Policies and procedures for reporting misconduct by instructional personnel or school administrators which affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student are posted in the School’s office, Human Resources Office, Employee Work Room, Employee Lunch Rooms, School’s Cafeteria.and on our Web Site at www.pcs-fl.net.

Child Abuse Reporting Obligations

All employees have an affirmative duty and legal responsibility to report all actual and suspected cases of child abuse. Any information received that leads to a suspicion that a child has been abused, neglected, or abandoned must be reported by calling 1-800-96-ABUSE or reporting online at http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/abuse/report/.

Florida Statutes require that all school personnel immediately (within 24 hours) report situations involving potential child abuse, neglect, or abandonment. The statute contains these definitions: “Abuse”: any willful act or threatened act that results in any physical, mental, or sexual injury or harm that causes or is likely to cause the child’s physical , mental, or emotional health to be significantly impaired.

Signs of Physical Abuse: The child may have unexplained bruises, welts, cuts, or other injuries; broken bones; or burns. A child experiencing physical abuse may seem withdrawn or depressed, seem afraid to go home or may run away, shy away from physical contact, be aggressive, or wear inappropriate clothing to hide injuries.

Signs of Sexual Abuse: The child may have torn, stained or bloody underwear, trouble walking or sitting, pain or itching in genital area, or a sexually transmitted disease. A child experiencing sexual abuse may have unusual knowledge of sex or act seductively, fear a particular person, seem withdrawn or depressed, gain or lose weight suddenly, shy away from physical contact, or run away from home.

Patterns of Abuse: Serious abuse usually involves a combination of factors. While a single sign may not be significant, a pattern of physical or behavioral signs is a serious indicator and should be reported.

“Neglect”: when a child is deprived of, or is allowed to be deprived of, necessary food, clothing, shelter, or medical treatment or a child is permitted to live in an environment when such deprivation or environment causes the child’s physical, mental, or emotional health to be significantly impaired or to be in danger of being significantly impaired.

Signs of Neglect: The child may have unattended medical needs, little or no supervision at home, poor hygiene, or appear underweight. A child experiencing neglect may be frequently tired or hungry, steal food, or appear overly needy for adult attention.

“Abandonment”: a situation in which the parent or legal custodian of a child, or in the absence of a parent or legal custodian, the caregiver responsible for the child’s welfare, while being able, makes no provision for the child’s support and makes no effort to communicate with the child, which situation is sufficient to evince a willful rejection of parental obligations.

Liability Protections

Any person, official, or institution participating in good faith in any act authorized or required by law, or reporting in good faith any instance of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect to the department or any law enforcement agency, shall be immune from any civil or criminal liability which might otherwise result by reason of such action. (F.S. 39.203)

An employer who discloses information about a former or current employee to a prospective employer of the former or current employee upon request of the prospective employer or of the former or current employee is immune from civil liability for such disclosure or its consequences unless it is shown by clear and convincing evidence that the information disclosed by the former or current employer was knowingly false or violated any civil right of the former or current employee protected under F.S. Chapter 760. (F.S. 768.095)

Rev. April 2019

•As members of Parkway Christian Church, we confess that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, and proclaim him Lord and Savior of the world.

•In Christ’s name and by His grace, we accept our mission of witness and service to all people. We rejoice in God, the maker of heaven and earth, and in the covenant of love, which binds us to God and one another.

•Through baptism into Christ, we enter into newness of life and are made one with the whole people of God. In the communion of the Holy Spirit, we are joined together in discipleship and in obedience to Christ.

•Within the universal 7 church, we receive the gift of ministry and the light of scripture. In the bonds of Christian faith, we yield ourselves to God who we serve, the One whose kingdom has no end. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen.

•Christian spirituality is a way of life that relates to who and what we are and to whom and what God is as revealed in Jesus Christ and as experienced through the Holy Spirit. We encourage one another in the spiritual disciplines and practices through which we open ourselves to being shaped by God. Those disciplines include prayer, Bible study, worship, stewardship, service, study of the church’s tradition and hospitality to strangers. Our spiritual development ministries range from teaching children to love Jesus to helping adults live Christ-like lives. One of these ministries is Parkway Christian School. We are devoted to excellence in the spiritual development of the children attending, as well as their educational development.

•Our goal is to prepare students to live in a diverse society with their Christian Faith centered on Christ’s love, example, and teaching. Blessing, glory and honor be to God forever. Amen.

●To aim to glorify God in all that we do.

● To build the foundation of our school on Christ, Character and Community.

● To maintain an innovative curriculum that strives towards excellence.

● To demonstrate character traits and the Fruit of the Spirit from Galatians. We expect responsible, ethical, and Christ-centered behavior both personally and professionally.

● To encourage open communication and creative thinking.

● To promote teamwork among the entire Parkway family that will enhance our community spirit.

● To encourage and enhance student, parent, and family relationships.

Parkway’s Portrait of a Graduate allows parents, constituents and prospective students to get a snapshot of what our students look like when they graduate. Our goal is to create and maintain a partnership between home and school to develop the following qualities.

Poised

Self-advocacy

Selfless

Goal Oriented

Virtuous

Forward Thinker

Confident

Character Driven

Motivated

Disciple of Christ

Relational

Global Awareness

Organized

Positive Digital Citizen

Respectful

Effective Communicator

Responsible

Critical/Analytical Thinker

Well Rounded

Involved in Community Outreach

Church Office

954-476-0020

Parkway Christian Church

Visit Their Website>>>

Parkway Christian School

Standards of Ethical Conduct

Employees of an educational institution are held to a higher standard by parents, students, colleagues, and members of the public. As educational professionals, Parkway Christian School (PCS or the School) has a responsibility to provide the children we teach with the opportunity to obtain the best education possible which includes establishing, implementing, maintaining, and evaluating the learning environment in which the spiritual, emotional, psychological, academic and social needs of the students are met.

PCS supports and endorses a strict policy of respect toward students and expects employees to act at all times as adult role models. The School is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes kindness, acceptance, and embraces differences among individuals.

PCS strives to ensure an ideal learning and working environment for all, with employees adhering to the following directives:

1. Create and maintain a learning atmosphere which affirms the dignity of the student.

2. Treat students and colleagues with civility and respect.

3. Foster a stimulating and productive learning environment in which the pros and cons of debatable issues are fairly acknowledged.

4. Nurture and protect intellectual freedom for students and colleagues.

5. Require all employees to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the School’s students at all times.

6. Prohibit any type of bullying or harassment activity among students and not tolerating unlawful harassment of students and employees.

   1. The term "harassment" includes, but is not limited to, slurs, jokes, and other verbal, graphic or physical conduct relating to an individual's race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, or disability.

7. Avoid unacceptable discriminatory conduct based on such factors as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, or political beliefs.

8. Seek to make the School a hospitable community for all students and colleagues, and should be sensitive to the harmful consequences of professional or student conduct or comments in classroom discussions or elsewhere that perpetuate stereotypes or prejudices involving such factors.

9. Employees shall maintain the highest level of honesty, integrity, and professionalism in their dealings with students, parents, their co-workers, and the public.

10. Employees should act with integrity, including being honest and candid, while still maintaining the confidentiality of information where required.

11. Employees must maintain the confidentiality of all confidential information of the School, its students, parents and other family members, customers, suppliers, or joint venture parties that is entrusted to them, except when disclosure is legally mandated, such as any personal information that potentially pertains to a concern of student abuse, abandonment, or neglect, or is expressly authorized by the School.

12. Employees shall comply with all applicable laws, school policies, rules, and regulations. It is the personal responsibility of each employee to adhere to the standards and restrictions imposed by such laws, policies, rules, and regulations.

13. Employees have an obligation to keep children and the School’s campus safe by ensuring that all standard safety rules and guidelines are followed, whether in the classroom or on campus, on a field trip, on the bus, or at any school-related event.

14. Employees must promptly report any concerns relating to child abuse, abandonment, or neglect in accordance with the procedures set forth in the School’s Child Abuse Reporting Policy.

15. Employees must not seek any personal advantage or to seek any advantage on behalf of the School, through illegal or unethical practices.

16. No employee should take unfair advantage of anyone through manipulation, concealment, abuse of privileged information, misrepresentation of material facts, or any unfair dealing practice.

Training Requirement

All instructional personnel and administrators are required as a condition of employment to complete training on these standards of ethical conduct.

Misconduct by School Employees

Employees and administrators are obligated to report any employee misconduct that affects the health, safety, or welfare of children.

Examples of misconduct include:

• Any interaction or communication that may reflect even the appearance of impropriety or make students feel uncomfortable.

• Swearing, making inappropriate sexual, racial/or ethnic comments.

• Yelling or abusive actions toward a student.

• Drinking or using illegal drugs at school, around or with students, or at any school-related event when students are present.

• Touching students or their clothing in non-professional ways or inappropriate places, or touching a student with aggression, in frustration, or when highly emotional.

• Speaking with innuendo to suggest a relationship or sexual subjects.

• Engaging students to complete personal errands for you.

• Conduct based on such factors as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, or political beliefs.

Reporting Employee Misconduct

• Any employee who becomes aware of any existing or potential employee misconduct is required to promptly notify the Head of School, Human Resources or the Preschool Director.

• Any employee who becomes aware of any existing or potential employee misconduct by an administrator is required to promptly notify the Head of School, Human Resources or the Preschool Director.

• Legally sufficient allegations of misconduct by Florida certified educators will be reported to the Office of Professional Practices Services. Policies and procedures for reporting misconduct by instructional personnel or school administrators which affects the health, safety, or welfare of a student are posted in the School’s office, Human Resources Office, Employee Work Room, Employee Lunch Rooms, School’s Cafeteria.and on our Web Site at www.pcs-fl.net.

Child Abuse Reporting Obligations

All employees have an affirmative duty and legal responsibility to report all actual and suspected cases of child abuse. Any information received that leads to a suspicion that a child has been abused, neglected, or abandoned must be reported by calling 1-800-96-ABUSE or reporting online at http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/abuse/report/

Florida Statutes require that all school personnel immediately (within 24 hours) report situations involving potential child abuse, neglect, or abandonment. The statute contains these definitions:

• “Abuse”: any willful act or threatened act that results in any physical, mental, or sexual injury or harm that causes or is likely to cause the child’s physical , mental, or emotional health to be significantly impaired.

• Signs of Physical Abuse: The child may have unexplained bruises, welts, cuts, or other injuries; broken bones; or burns. A child experiencing physical abuse may seem withdrawn or depressed, seem afraid to go home or may run away, shy away from physical contact, be aggressive, or wear inappropriate clothing to hide injuries.

• Signs of Sexual Abuse: The child may have torn, stained or bloody underwear, trouble walking or sitting, pain or itching in genital area, or a sexually transmitted disease. A child experiencing sexual abuse may have unusual knowledge of sex or act seductively, fear a particular person, seem withdrawn or depressed, gain or lose weight suddenly, shy away from physical contact, or run away from home.

• Patterns of Abuse: Serious abuse usually involves a combination of factors. While a single sign may not be significant, a pattern of physical or behavioral signs is a serious indicator and should be reported.

• “Neglect”: when a child is deprived of, or is allowed to be deprived of, necessary food, clothing, shelter, or medical treatment or a child is permitted to live in an environment when such deprivation or environment causes the child’s physical, mental, or emotional health to be significantly impaired or to be in danger of being significantly impaired.

• Signs of Neglect: The child may have unattended medical needs, little or no supervision at home, poor hygiene, or appear underweight. A child experiencing neglect may be frequently tired or hungry, steal food, or appear overly needy for adult attention.

• “Abandonment”: a situation in which the parent or legal custodian of a child, or in the absence of a parent or legal custodian, the caregiver responsible for the child’s welfare, while being able, makes no provision for the child’s support and makes no effort to communicate with the child, which situation is sufficient to evince a willful rejection of parental obligations.

Liability Protections

• Any person, official, or institution participating in good faith in any act authorized or required by law, or reporting in good faith any instance of child abuse, abandonment, or neglect to the department or any law enforcement agency, shall be immune from any civil or criminal liability which might otherwise result by reason of such action. (F.S. 39.203)

• An employer who discloses information about a former or current employee to a prospective employer of the former or current employee upon request of the prospective employer or of the former or current employee is immune from civil liability for such disclosure or its consequences unless it is shown by clear and convincing evidence that the information disclosed by the former or current employer was knowingly false or violated any civil right of the former or current employee protected under F.S. Chapter 760. (F.S. 768.095)

Rev. April 2019

$200 due with online application (non-refundable)

*The Preschool does not have an application fee

Elementary & Middle School:

$785* per student

• Kindergarten Preparatory enrollment fee due with application

• Kindergarten – Eighth Grades $785 enrollment fee due after acceptance upon enrollment

*Enrollment fee includes: recurring academic expenses for textbooks, classroom materials, student resources, standardized testing, science lab materials, technology, and class t-shirts. This fee is due upon acceptance and re-enrollment.

The Preschool Enrollement Fees: (Non-Refundable)

2 Day Class: $285

3 Day Class: $295

5 Day Class: $315

*Enrollment fees are paid at time of registration and cover the cost of materials, supplies, one set of headphones for computer class, one school T-shirt, & the FACTS Enrollment Fee.

Elementary & Middle School Tuition Rates for the 2022-2023 School Year: Click Here

Preschool Tuition Rates for the 2022-2023 School Year: Click Here

Elementary & Middle School Discounts:

• Loyalty Discount: Families enrolled at Parkway Schools for the 2019/2020 school year & have maintained continued enrollment

  • Elementary Students (K - 5th) receive a $370 annual tuition credit per student

  • Middle School Students (6th - 8th) receive a $520 annual tuition credit per student

• Sibling Discount: Applicable to the younger students (includes siblings at the Preschool excluding the VPK program)

  • 2nd child receives a 15% tuition discount

  • 3rd child and additional receive a 50% tuition discount

  • If you have a preschool sibling, please refer to the preschool tuition sheet for sibling discount policy

• Parkway Christian Church Members: Receive a 10% tuition discount

  • Must be a registered and participating member of Parkway Christian Church. Parkway Christian Church members must be active in church ministries and make regular contributions. Attendance and contributions are reviewed quarterly.

• Friends of Parkway: Receive a 10% tuition discount when you make a per student, tax deductible donation equal to one month's tuition. Payable to Parkway Christian Church, must be before August 1st

• Active Duty Military Personnel: Receive a 10% tuition discount

  • Must provide proof of active status

• Pastor Discount: Active pastors receive a 10% tuition discount

  • Must provide proof of active status

• Prepay Discount: Tuition paid in full by July 31st is eligible for a 3% discount

• First Responder Personnel: Receive a 10% tuition discount

  • Firefighters, local and state law enforcement officers, EMT, and parametics with proof of active status will qualify for this discount

Preschool Discounts:

• Sibling Discount: Applicable to youngest student(s)

  • Second student receives a $500 annual tuition discount

  • Third student receives a $700 annual tuition discount

  • Fourth student and additional receive a $900 annual tuition discount

• Parkway Christian Church Members: Receive a 10% tuition discount

  • Must be a registered and participating member of Parkway Christian Church. Parkway Christian Church members must be active in church ministries and make regular contributions. Attendance and contributions are reviewed quarterly.

• First Responder Personnel: Receive a 10% tuition discount

  • Firefighters, local and state law enforcement officers, EMT, and paramedics. Must provide proof of active status.

• Active-Duty Military Personnel: Receive a 10% tuition discount

  • Must provide proof of active status.

• Clergy Discount: Active clergy receive a 10% tuition discount.

  • Must provide proof of active status.

• Prepay Discount: Tuition paid in full by July 31 is eligible for a 3% discount.

Elementary & Middle School:

Additional Fees:

• Eighth Grade Graduation Fee: $250.00 (Includes 1 yearbook and Spanish field trip final)

• Major Field Trips - Costs are approximate

  • Fourth grade-St. Augustine field trip: $800

  • Fifth grade-TBA

  • Sixth grade-Dude Ranch trip: $600

  • Seventh grade-TBA

  • Eighth grade-Boston or D.C trip: $1,500

Other Expenses:

• Uniforms- All grades (costs vary)

• School supplies (costs vary)

• Minor field trips-all grades (costs vary)

Preschool:

• Before/After Care: $7.50 per hour & $3.75 per 1/2 hour

Mrs. Koski

Head of Schools