Kratzer Elementary School

Do you have a current Parkland 4th or 5th grader enrolled in band or orchestra at school?

Come enjoy a fun week of music-making and exploration with the Parkland School District Instrumental Music staff. Let us help to reinforce what has been learned during the year while rekindling interest in this great activity for kids.

Camp will be held at Orefield Middle School, 8/3-8/6, 8:30am-11:30am.

Enrollment and tuition due by June 30th. Register here: https://trst.in/3J6arY

The Morning Call showcased the Class of 2026 President in their Senior Profile today, which is a series that features local graduates. Check out the article here (no subscription required): https://www.mcall.com/2026/06/02/parkland-high-school-senior-angelina-zaiter-profile/?share=enlaapargitirore20lr

Second Grade Career Day was spectacular! Thank you to our talented parents who volunteered their time to showcase their careers! The students had a wonderful experience!!

Our 5th grade picnic was so much fun! Thank you to all of our parent volunteers who made this day a success!!

Today at Kratzer, we had a new Principal for a few hours! Introducing Mr. Fazaa! Mr. Fazaa had a busy day! His goal was to make his few hours the best ever for our students and staff. Way to go!!!

Is your current 3rd grader interested in instrumental music next year? Join us at the Instrumental Music Exploration Area during the 23rd Annual Festival of the Arts at Parkland High School.

Saturday | 10 AM – 2 PM

Students can:
• Hold and explore different instruments
• Learn how each instrument sounds and works
• Discover which instrument may be the perfect fit
• Get excited for FREE instrumental music lessons in 4th grade

Special thanks to Zeswitz Music and Montero Violins for sponsoring this hands-on experience!

Celebrating National School Nurse Day!
Today, Parkland School District proudly honors our exceptional school nurses who provide compassionate care and vital health services to our students every day. We encourage our Parkland community to take a moment today to express gratitude to these healthcare heroes who help keep our schools healthy, safe, and ready to learn!

SIP, SIP, HOORAY! Our 5th graders have been working hard to earn this awesome reward! Thank you to the 5th Grade Picnic Committee for funding this incentive! 🥤🍡

To celebrate Earth Day, Mrs. Hein shared her love of Hydroponics with all of our Kindergarten students! They loved this activity so much!! ❤️