DOWEA Parker Elementary School

06/13/2026

06/09/2026

Hey DoDEA Americas Students! Ready for an epic summer adventure? Second Lady Usha Vance’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge is here — and this year we’re celebrating the 250th anniversary of America’s founding with even more fun and discovery!

Here’s how to join the adventure:

Read 12 books of your choice (any genres — fiction, nonfiction, classics, or new favorites!) between June 1 and September 4.

Track your reads on the official log.

Submit it for a personalized certificate, an America 250-themed bookmark, a special prize, and a chance to win a trip to Washington, DC with a chaperone!

Every page you turn is a new journey — exploring new worlds, meeting unforgettable characters, and learning something fresh. Let’s make this the best summer of reading yet and show the nation what DoDEA readers can do!

Grab your free reading log and learn more at: wh.gov/read

Who’s in? Drop a 📖 and tell us what book you’re starting with!

This summer, as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, we are excited to invite all children (K-8) to join in the Second Lady’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. Participants will read and track 12 books of their choice between June 1 and September 4. Every book counts!

06/05/2026

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04/22/2026

We were honored to welcome the Commanding General and his team to our school today, along with our superintendent, Dr. Laliberte. They spent time visiting classrooms and engaging with our amazing students, making it a truly memorable experience for all.

A special thank you to Ms. Kannada and Dr. Beard-Archie for warmly welcoming our guests and showcasing the heart of our wonderful school community. Days like today remind us how special our school truly is!

04/21/2026

Parker Parents,

⚖️We have two events happening soon at Parker Elementary. May 1st is Law Day, and this year's theme is, "The Rule of Law and the American Dream." JAG will join us and give a brief presentation to our 4th - 6th grade students. The topics are listed on the flyer. If you DO NOT want your child to participate in that presentation, please email your child's teacher and CC [email protected] no later than April 29th 3 pm to OPT OUT. If you want your child to participate, you don't need to do anything.

🦺Safety is our #1 priority! On May 6th, all grade levels will receive basic safety information from the installation's Safety Office. The topics are included on the Safety Day flyer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out.

04/16/2026

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ What a GREAT day for our 1 Mile Run!

Our boys and girls showed up, gave it their all, and absolutely crushed it! We are so proud of every single student who participated—you all did an amazing job!

💪👏A special shoutout goes to our top runners, Elizabeth and Aiden—way to go!

🥇And the fun didn’t stop there… our top fundraising students earned the chance to chop off Coach Fenn’s hair! ✂️😂 Now THAT’s a reward to remember! Thank you to everyone who helped make this event such a success!

04/14/2026

📢 Early Release Reminder!

Today is an early release day! Students will be dismissed at 2:25 PM.

Please make sure transportation arrangements are up to date:

🚗 Transportation changes end at 1:30 PM

🏫 Front office pickup ends at 2:00 PM

Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth and safe dismissal!

04/10/2026

Students at Ellis D. Parker Elementary School collected donations for three local animal shelters during the school’s 100th day celebration, turning a math lesson into an act of community service.

03/17/2026

Parker families, here’s an important update from our page. In the coming days, we will transition from Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) to Department of War Education Activity (DOWEA).
Our name may be changing, but our dedication to Parker students, families and educators remains the same.

03/16/2026

Weather Update Reminder for Parker ES Families

An email was sent out yesterday—this is a reminder that due to anticipated bad weather, Parker ES will operate on a 2-hour delayed start today. School will open at 10:00 a.m.

Please note:
• No AM Pre-K
• Breakfast will not be served
• Lunch and dismissal will remain at their normal times

If you have any questions, please contact the school office at 334-369-7100 or [email protected].

Stay safe, and we look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow!