Getting to know our amazing Mrs. Johnson!
What inspired Mrs. Johnson to be a teacher: When I was a senior in high school I needed some classes and someone told me about a class where I could do some work in an elementary school. I found someone I knew who taught 2nd grade and I worked in her class for a semester. I loved it so much I added more time in second semester. I had an amazing year with this teacher and even went back the next year while I was in college. During these 2 years I was able to try so many different things and I loved it all! I finally knew what I wanted to be when I “grew up” because of this wonderful opportunity.
Mrs. Johnson's favorite part about Parkside: My favorite part about working at Parkside is the fabulous teachers and staff, the students and the community. I’ve been at Parkside for awhile and am grateful to know so many wonderful families! There are lots of families that I have had the privilege of teaching all the kids.
Fun Fact: I played on a dodgeball team for several years as an adult.
Hobbies: I love being with my family. We spend a lot of time at indoor and outdoor playgrounds right now. I love going to Jazz games.
Mrs. Johnson's Favorite teacher: Mrs. Barney was the teacher that was my mentor when I did the elementary tutor program in high school. She was the person that made me want to become a teacher and I am so grateful for her. I would not be a teacher if it wasn’t for her.
What inspired Mrs. Johnson to be a teacher: When I was a senior in high school I needed some classes and someone told me about a class where I could do some work in an elementary school. I found someone I knew who taught 2nd grade and I worked in her class for a semester. I loved it so much I added more time in second semester. I had an amazing year with this teacher and even went back the next year while I was in college. During these 2 years I was able to try so many different things and I loved it all! I finally knew what I wanted to be when I “grew up” because of this wonderful opportunity.
Mrs. Johnson's favorite part about Parkside: My favorite part about working at Parkside is the fabulous teachers and staff, the students and the community. I’ve been at Parkside for awhile and am grateful to know so many wonderful families! There are lots of families that I have had the privilege of teaching all the kids.
Fun Fact: I played on a dodgeball team for several years as an adult.
Hobbies: I love being with my family. We spend a lot of time at indoor and outdoor playgrounds right now. I love going to Jazz games.
Mrs. Johnson's Favorite teacher: Mrs. Barney was the teacher that was my mentor when I did the elementary tutor program in high school. She was the person that made me want to become a teacher and I am so grateful for her. I would not be a teacher if it wasn’t for her.
Students who had 95% or better attendance in first term were entered into a drawing to win a new scooter! The energy at our assembly was electric and we are so happy for our first attendance reward winner! Congratulations Panthers!!!
The first graders in Mrs. Jones' class were working to demonstrate how many fewer whiteboards there were from markers. The conversations, collaboration, and the connections were golden! Parkside Panthers love learning!
Get to know the Amazing Mrs. Allen!
What inspired Mrs. Allen to become an educator?
Ever since I can remember I knew I wanted to be a teacher and that hasn’t changed. I love being around kids and their honesty, sincerity and finding joy in the little things.
Mrs. Allen's favorite part about working at Parkside:
I love Parkside because of the amazing staff and students who make it feel like a real community where we're all friends and not just a workplace.
Fun Fact about Mrs. Allen:
I have 5 sons and 1 daughter-in-law!
Hobbies and Interests:
I love to read all kinds of books, play pickleball and watch just about any sport - especially if my sons are playing.
A favorite book, quote, or piece of advice that inspires Mrs. Allen:
"Without gratitude, everything can feel like nothing. But with gratitude, nothing can feel like everything."
Who was Mrs. Allen's favorite teacher?
My favorite teacher was my 1st grade teacher, Mrs. Giles. I love how she made me feel in her class - like I could do anything. And she definitely made school a place I wanted to be.
What inspired Mrs. Allen to become an educator?
Ever since I can remember I knew I wanted to be a teacher and that hasn’t changed. I love being around kids and their honesty, sincerity and finding joy in the little things.
Mrs. Allen's favorite part about working at Parkside:
I love Parkside because of the amazing staff and students who make it feel like a real community where we're all friends and not just a workplace.
Fun Fact about Mrs. Allen:
I have 5 sons and 1 daughter-in-law!
Hobbies and Interests:
I love to read all kinds of books, play pickleball and watch just about any sport - especially if my sons are playing.
A favorite book, quote, or piece of advice that inspires Mrs. Allen:
"Without gratitude, everything can feel like nothing. But with gratitude, nothing can feel like everything."
Who was Mrs. Allen's favorite teacher?
My favorite teacher was my 1st grade teacher, Mrs. Giles. I love how she made me feel in her class - like I could do anything. And she definitely made school a place I wanted to be.
Say cheese! Lunch is always fun ...and today the cheesy pizza crunchers at lunch were a BIG hit!!
Day after day, these five heroes rescue us from mayhem and mishaps with nerves of steel and hearts of gold. With Mr. Dave as the fearless leader, this super crew tackles the toughest jobs and keeps our school shining!
Get to Know the Incredible Mrs. Lloyd!
Inspiration: I love kids and love watching them learn!
Favorite thing about Parkside: The faculty and staff cares about each other and cares about our students.
Fun Fact: I am a huge Boston Red Sox fan!
Hobbies: I love to read, travel, go shopping, and sit on the beach.
Quote/Book: I love the Harry Potter series! One of my favorite quotes is from Professor Dumbledore, "It is our choices...that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities."
Favorite Teacher: My favorite teacher was my high school AP US History teacher. He made every lesson engaging and exciting. I always looked forward to going to his class. He also showed he cared for his students.
Inspiration: I love kids and love watching them learn!
Favorite thing about Parkside: The faculty and staff cares about each other and cares about our students.
Fun Fact: I am a huge Boston Red Sox fan!
Hobbies: I love to read, travel, go shopping, and sit on the beach.
Quote/Book: I love the Harry Potter series! One of my favorite quotes is from Professor Dumbledore, "It is our choices...that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities."
Favorite Teacher: My favorite teacher was my high school AP US History teacher. He made every lesson engaging and exciting. I always looked forward to going to his class. He also showed he cared for his students.
Getting to Know the Amazing Mrs. Ridge!
Inspiration: When I was in college, I volunteered in my brother’s kindergarten class during winter break and knew right then that I wanted to be a teacher! When the next semester started, I changed my major to elementary education and eventually taught 5th grade for eight years before I stayed home with my own children.
Why she loves Parkside: I love getting to know each and every student at our school. I love being able to teach them art for the entire seven years they are here at Parkside!
Fun Fact: I grew up on a farm in Idaho and started driving tractors around the farm when I was 12.
Hobbies: I love being creative, but I also love playing sports, especially pickleball, skiing, and biking.
Quote: I like this quote from “Anne of Green Gables” because it reminds me to be positive and to look for the good all around me. “I don’t know what lies around the bend, but I’m going to believe that the best does!” - Anne Shirley
Favorite teacher: My favorite teacher was my 5th grade teacher Mr. Berg because he let me stay in at recess and grade papers and record them in his grade book (I guess I was destined to be a teacher)!
Inspiration: When I was in college, I volunteered in my brother’s kindergarten class during winter break and knew right then that I wanted to be a teacher! When the next semester started, I changed my major to elementary education and eventually taught 5th grade for eight years before I stayed home with my own children.
Why she loves Parkside: I love getting to know each and every student at our school. I love being able to teach them art for the entire seven years they are here at Parkside!
Fun Fact: I grew up on a farm in Idaho and started driving tractors around the farm when I was 12.
Hobbies: I love being creative, but I also love playing sports, especially pickleball, skiing, and biking.
Quote: I like this quote from “Anne of Green Gables” because it reminds me to be positive and to look for the good all around me. “I don’t know what lies around the bend, but I’m going to believe that the best does!” - Anne Shirley
Favorite teacher: My favorite teacher was my 5th grade teacher Mr. Berg because he let me stay in at recess and grade papers and record them in his grade book (I guess I was destined to be a teacher)!
The talented Parkside Choir opened tonight's Clinton City Council meeting with a beautiful rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" under the direction of Mrs. Supino and Mrs. Twogood. Way to go, Panthers!
Kindergarten students had a great time being creative as they played "Keepy Uppy" in PE today!
Menu for September 15-19
Parkside Elementary students made cards and posters to give to our Clinton City first responders to say "Thank You". Principal Vincent and Dr. Moses gave the messages from our students and some treats to our amazing community partners at a special 9-11 Remembrance early this morning. It's another great day to be a Parkside Panther!
6th grade students had the opportunity to try their hand at playing instruments. Thank you to Mrs. Dempsey for giving our students the gift of music by teaching orchestra!
These amazing Panthers were the winners of the first Golden Sneaker Award! Mrs. Whitesides (holding the trophy), our incredible PE teacher, has "Leveled Up" the game this year with this award for one deserving class each week. Congratulations to Mrs. Supino's class for setting the bar high by being outstanding in PE prep!
DSD is hiring bus drivers and bus assistants. If interested, please call 801-402-7500
OR apply at dsdjobs.net
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Get ready to press start on a brand new school year! Back to School Night is Thursday, August 14th from 4-6 at Parkside Elementary. Come meet your teacher, say hi to your friends, join the PTA, and see the school! We are so excited to see you! Panthers, Level Up!
Popsicles with the Principal was a huge success! It was so fun to see so many of our Panthers and their families! See you at Back to School Night August 14th 4-6pm
Is your 4-year-old starting kindergarten next year?
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reading, math, and science skills—in just 15 minutes a day!
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Waterford UPSTART is a no-cost online program that helps your child build
reading, math, and science skills—in just 15 minutes a day!
Enroll now: http://signup.waterford.org/davisschooldistrict25
#KindergartenReady #EarlyEducation
Throwback Thursday! Our Panthers participated in the DSD STEM Olympiad and brought home awards in Krypto, Spheros, and Data Detectives. Way to go Panthers!
