Weekly Updates 2026-27 School Year

SEPTEMBER 3, 2026

4-Day Weekend: School is closed Friday, Sept 4, and Monday, Sept 7, for Labor Day. Classes resume Tuesday, Sept 8.

New Athletics Calendar Bookmark : Cheer on the Trojans! Bookmark our new Athletics Calendar for team schedules. Catch this Friday's football game at Freedom—get tickets online.

Golf Tournament Hole Sponsorships Still Available! Support Parkland students at our Sept 25th golf tournament! Player spots are sold out, but you can still fund innovative teacher grants by purchasing a $200 hole sign. Register here.

If I don't get SNAP, can I still get free or educed lunch? The answer is yes.

Free & Reduced Lunch: Is your family eligible? Complete your School Meal Application today! Recent federal changes mean fewer students are automatically approved this year. If you haven't received a 2026-2027 Eligibility Letter, it's easy to check: Applying is quick and confidential. You only need your household income information from the last three months to apply online. Questions? Call Food Services: 610-351-5670 or visit www.schoolcafe.com/Parklandsd

If you love to drive, you will love school bus driving!

NOW HIRING: School Bus Drivers

Daily pay: $157.35
Benefits: Paid holidays, sick leave, and personal leave
Retirement: Eligible for PSERS retirement benefits
Training: FREE CDL training provided, no experience required
Contact: 610-351-5690 or visit 2657 Stadium Dr, Orefield, PA

Archive of Weekly Updates

August 27, 2026

August 27, 2026

AUGUST 27, 2026

WELCOME BACK!

Our 5 THINGS for the WEEK AHEAD comes out every Thursday to keep you updated throughout the school year:

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1. Don't miss the school district wall calendar in your child's backpack! Also, please read the first day letter for crucial back-to-school info. Note that next week is a 4-day week (no school September 4-7 in observance of Labor Day).

2. Visit our first-week web portals for answers to Frequently Asked Questions and all you need to know to start the school year strong.

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3. Have you downloaded the new Parkland App? This new app is how we will communicate with students and families all year long. Links to download it and more information are on our Parkland App webpage.

4. Protect your child's Chromebook with our Device Protection Plan - available for $20 (grades 4-12) and $10 (grades K-3) per year. But hurry, enrollment closes September 30th! Otherwise, the Standard Repair Plan (SRP) will apply. Learn more at www.parklandsd.org/dpp.

5. Food Service Accounts: Food Services uses School Cafe for deposits and payments to student cafeteria accounts. New deposits and payments can be made via the www.schoolcafe.com/ParklandSD website, or by sending cash or check (payable to PSD Cafeteria) to the Food Services Office at 2619 Stadium Drive, Orefield, PA 18069. Breakfast is free for all students this year. Families needing assistance with paying for meals may apply for meal benefits at SchoolCafe.com.

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