Parkway Elementary School
Welcome to Parkway Elementary School, where we encourage our students and staff to “always be kinder than necessary.” As a community, we teach our children in a nurturing and positive environment. Thank you for visiting our website to learn more about our school.
A Message from Our Principal
Dear Parkway Families,
As we settle into November and the leaves fall outside our windows, I find myself reflecting on all the things I’m grateful for in this season. At the top of my list is the privilege of being Parkway School’s principal. Each day, I’m reminded of how lucky I am to be part of this school community—full of warmth, curiosity, and care. There are few things as heartwarming as the spontaneous hugs, quick waves in the hallway, and heartfelt stories of growth that students and teachers share with me. Whether it’s a student excitedly telling me about learning to read their first chapter book or a teacher beaming with pride over a class discussion that was especially thoughtful, these moments fill my days with joy.
This month, we’re kicking off an initiative to celebrate students who exemplify kindness and positivity: our Principal for the Day program. Teachers will nominate students who consistently demonstrate a caring, supportive attitude toward their peers and our school community. Those students will then be entered into a drawing, and one lucky student will be selected to be our honorary principal for a day! Parents, if your child receives a nomination, you’ll get a special email from Mrs. Stone, our school counselor, to let you know. We’ll continue to draw one name per month to give as many students as possible the chance to experience this.
Our goal with Principal for the Day is to celebrate the big and small ways students contribute to our school’s positive atmosphere. By recognizing acts of kindness and responsibility, we hope to reinforce the importance of empathy and leadership, traits we know will serve them well throughout their lives. The "principal" for each day will get to join me in welcoming students, visiting classrooms, and making decisions during the school day.
As we embrace this season of gratitude, I want to thank each of you for supporting our school community. Your encouragement at home shines through in the wonderful energy students bring with them each day. In addition, your efforts to balance screen time, family moments, and school routines truly make a difference, creating an environment that helps your children thrive.
Take Care,
Suzanne Barbi
Suzanne Barbi
Parkway Elementary School Principal