Cecil H. Parker Elementary School 

"The Sun Always Shines Over Parker School"

The above motto captures the philosophy of our school.  The sun always shines over our students, parents, faculty and the broader community that we serve in many wondrous ways.  Every morning we affirm our love and care for each other.  We view that all individuals deserve our respect and kindness.  The sun shines through the good works and deeds of our pupils, parents, faculty and community on a daily basis.

No matter if it rains, sleets or snows, our parents are assured of courteous and efficient assistance whenever they visit our school.  A pleasant and eager office staff takes pride in its ability to service parents' needs.  This approach adds to positive and harmonious communication between the home and school.

Children are also assured every day that they will receive love, care, and respect from the school faculty. We display a keen interest in the academic and social growth of our children. Our scholarly efforts are focused on excellence.  Teachers and staff give willingly of their time and talent to make Parker a prosperous place for children. Our students' test scores outshine many of their peers in our state.  Another evidence of this is that pupil attendance is at an all-time high, and far exceeds the state standard.

Faculty and staff feel that their efforts on behalf of children are appreciated and valued. This is accomplished through open communication and ongoing support from the school administration. The result is a more delightful and stimulating work environment for all.  The sun shines through their many daily accomplishments.

The broader community also enjoys a sense of pleasant cooperation with our school. In an ongoing effort to extend its relationship with the community, school officials have visited local churches, tenant associations, and civic groups. The school continues to be available to spread its message of care to all community members.

Cecil H. Parker Elementary School carries out its service to 390 students through the combined efforts of 22 outstanding classroom teachers, and a support staff of more than twenty-one superlative staff members including specialists (Art, Physical Education, Reading, Music, media, Band, Strings, Literacy, ELL, Resource Room and Inclusion), teacher assistants, a speech therapist, nurse, psychologist and social worker.  Their efforts are supported by a PTA that is as helpful as it is active.

A number of programs exist to encourage children's academic and social growth. These include a balanced literacy block averaging two hours daily,standards-based classroom instruction, America's Legislators Back to School Week, Community Caring, Peer to Peer, EPIC Parenting Workshops, A and B honor Roll, Curriculum Night, Career Day, Henry Flagg Spelling Bee, Book Fairs, RIF Distribution Days, Reading Recovery, Junior Achievement, student council, mentoring program with community leaders, a student newspaper, a school yearbook, African Drummers, Drama Club, Snack Cafe, Holiday Boutique, Boys' Mentoring Program, a varied music program featuring school band, orchestra, student choir, teachers' and parents' choir and praise dancers, peer mediation, after school tutoring, basketball team, recreation programs, Girls' Leadership Program, career education program, and the Parker School Store.

Come and visit Parker School, where the sun always shines.