Middle School at Parkside

Congratulations to Parkside's SRO Det. Shannon Jackson for being recognized as the Queen City Rotary Club's Officer of the Year! We are lucky to have you working with our students and giving back to our community.

Parkside Middle School's FTC Robotics Team, the Knyte Bytes, wrapped up an impressive inaugural season filled with competition success, community outreach, and meaningful learning experiences.

Under the leadership of Robotics Coach Ms. Edgar, the team launched this year thanks to a DOE grant that provided funding for a brand-new robotics kit. Although the kit arrived later than expected, leaving students with only 18 days to build and program their robot before their first competition, the team rose to the challenge with determination and perseverance.

Their hard work paid off at their first competition in Bedford, where the rookie team earned the Judge's Choice Award. They continued to improve throughout the season, placing 12th out of 28 teams at their second competition and winning 2 of their 5 matches—an impressive accomplishment for a first-year team.

The Knyte Bytes finished their season strong at the Spring Scramble offseason event, earning 3rd place overall and bringing home another trophy.

Beyond competitions, Ms. Edgar emphasized the importance of community engagement and outreach. Team members showcased their robot at the School Connect event and participated in a schoolwide Pride celebration at Parkside, where each student was recognized by school administration and presented with a trophy commemorating the team's Judge's Choice Award.

The team was also invited to demonstrate their robot at the City Year Gala, where students shared their experiences and discussed their robot with members of the School Board, Superintendent Chmiel, Governor Ayotte, and U.S. Representative Chris Pappas.

In addition to their robotics accomplishments, the Knyte Bytes partnered with Team 501, the Powerknights from West High School, to support veterans and families in need during the holiday season. Together, the teams helped provide Christmas dinners to community members, with the Knyte Bytes collecting enough food for five complete dinners.

The team's involvement in robotics will continue this summer, as several members will join the Powerknights in partnering with MPAL to help run a Robotics Week program using XRP robots.

Ms. Edgar shared how proud she is of everything the team has accomplished during its first year. From earning awards and trophies to serving the community and representing Parkside at high-profile events, the Knyte Bytes have demonstrated resilience, teamwork, leadership, and a passion for learning.

Congratulations to Ms. Edgar and the Knyte Bytes on an outstanding rookie season. The future is bright for this talented group of student innovators! 🤖🏆

A spoonful of talent, a dash of chaos, and one magical weekend ahead ☂️✨ Don’t miss Mary Poppins performed by our Parkside Middle School stars! If you missed tonight's show there is another performance Saturday at 5:30.

If you are interested in purchasing a Yearbook, you can pre-order one now here: https://account.treering.com/create-account/1015366004554923?PassCode=1015366004554923

You can create 2 free custom pages as well if purchased and added on or before 5/19.

Last day to order: 5/21
Delivery date to Parkside: 6/12 (Shipping to the school is free.)

Cost:
Soft Cover Price Before Tax $16.62
Hardcover Price Before Tax $22.63

Treering Yearbooks

Dear 7th and 8th Grade Families,
Your students will be bringing home a permission slip today (due back 4/22) for a field trip to SNHU Arena to hear a presentation from Ryan Day. Ryan Day is the head football coach at Ohio State University and a graduate of Manchester Central High School. He will be hosting an assembly for Manchester students on Friday, April 24. Ryan does work with the KidsMentalHealthFoundation.org - part of Nationwide Children's Hospital to reduce mental health stigma and encourage students to seek support if needed. He will talk about his personal experience as a student in Manchester - challenges he faced (death of a parent when he was in elementary school) and how he pushed on to keep moving through challenges. He wants to encourage students to connect to services in the school or community if they need support at any time.
The permission slips are due back to your student's team teachers by Wednesday, April 22.
Friday, April 24th
9:30 am Students begin arriving at the arena
10:15 am Assembly begins
11:15 am Q&A begins
11:30 am Students dismissed back to school
Thank you,
The Parkside Staff

Softball tryouts will be in the gym at 245 on Wednesday April 1st & Friday April 3rd.

Please remind remember to signup for Softball through FAMILY ID.
https://parkside.mansd.org/page/athletics

Please consider donating to the Parkside Food Pantry. Donate Grocery
Gift Cards, snacks or paper goods (toilet paper, paper towels).Your gift helps fill plates. Cash or check donations can be delivered to the Parkside Middle School main office. Include “Food Pantry” on the memo line or envelope.

Dear Families,

Looking for a sport that builds confidence, improves physical fitness, and creates lifelong friendships? It’s time to try out for Track and Field!
Unlike other sports, track and field ensures that everyone plays. Whether your student is a natural sprinter, loves distance running, or wants to try throwing or jumping, we have a spot for them. Track and field isn't just about speed—it’s about character, self-discipline, and competing against yourself to get better every day.

Tryout Details:
When: March 30th at 3:20PM
Where: West High School Track
What to Bring: Water bottle, athletic gear, and running shoes.
No experience? No problem! Our coaches are here to help your student find their speed and strength.
Come join a supportive community and get on the right track!

Parkside Families,

Are you ready to have fun, make new friends, and try something new? 🥎
Come check out softball! Whether you've played before or are brand
new, everyone is welcome to join.

Come to our Softball Interest Meeting on March 23rd at 2:30 in Room
M-111 in the modulars to learn more about the team, meet the coaches,
and see what it's all about!

Don't miss your chance to step up to the plate and be part of the
team. We hope to see you there!

The Knights lost a hard fought game against Amherst 35-20 in the Tri-County Championship. The Girls B team will look to win the City Championship this week at Southside. We are Parkside!