**PARKSIDE COLOUR RUN!** We're so excited to announce our upcoming Parkside Colour Run on Friday 2nd October 2026! As part of our exciting House Launch Day, our children will be taking part in a fun-filled Colour Run designed to celebrate our Parkside values of Independence, Kindness & Respect, Pride, and Resilience & Determination

Pupil Parliament Elections! Our children have been busy placing their ballot slips and making their voices heard as they vote for their next Pupil Parliament representatives! It has been truly heart-warming to hear all of our candidates share their inspiring reasons for wanting to take on this important role and make a difference within our school community. This year's Pupil Parliament theme is "Community" and we're excited to see the ideas and positive change our pupils will bring to this year's action plan. We can't wait to share the results and reveal this year's Pupil Parliament Action Plan!

SECRETS OF THE SEASON – AUTUMN EDITION Looking for a fun and meaningful way to embrace the beauty of autumn as a family? Secrets of the Season – Autumn Edition is a 4-week online course designed for families of all ages to explore the wonders of the season through creative activities, simple seasonal ideas and the principles of Hygge. What to expect: Creative, family-friendly activities Ideas to help you connect with and enjoy the changing season Simple ways to support family health, wellbeing and happiness Flexible activities you can enjoy together at home Starts:Wednesday 30th September Duration: 4 weeks /12 hours Includes an introductory Zoom session, themed weekly email packs and access to digital resources. **Staffordshire residents:** FREE\ **Outside Staffordshire:** £30 Suitable for all ages To reserve your place or find out more, contact Rebecca 07525 120117 **Communityforestservices@gmail.com** Why not slow down, enjoy the season and discover some of autumn's little joys together?

PUPIL PARLIAMENT ELECTION DAY! It's time for our pupils to have their voices heard and make a difference! **Friday 18th September** marks our exciting **Pupil Parliament Election Day** at Parkside Primary School! Before election day, pupils will have the opportunity to share their ideas with their class and tell us: Why would you make a great Parkside MP? What idea would you introduce to improve our whole Parkside community? This is a fantastic opportunity for our pupils to speak up, share their ideas, show leadership and help shape our school community. Who will step forward and become our next Parkside MPs? Good luck to everyone taking part we can't wait to hear your brilliant ideas!