09/11/2026
Fun times at the start of high school football season! π
Tonight I had the opportunity to attend the Parkway Sports Sponsors kickoff and the first big rivalry game of the season, Parkway West vs. Parkway Central! And of course, there was plenty of school spirit, excitement, and bragging rights on the line with the Mayorβs Cup going to the winner! π
I was especially excited to spend some time with Dr. Melissa Schneider, Parkwayβs new superintendent, and wish her the very best for the school year ahead.
She really ROCKS! π What Iβve enjoyed seeing already is how she gets out there with the students, parents, and community. Sheβs not just sitting behind a desk; sheβs showing up, getting involved, and becoming part of the Parkway family. Iβm excited to see all she will accomplish!
It was also great catching up with Jeanette Wilmes, Parkwayβs Sports Marketing & Communications Specialist, who does such a great job bringing the schools, students, and community together through Parkwayβs sports and activities.
And this one is especially meaningful to me because both West and Central hold a special place in my heart. As a proud Parkway parent, I had a student graduate from each of these two schools! ππ So seeing these two schools go head-to-head tonight brought back some great memories.
Iβm proud to be sponsoring Parkwayβs Sports & Activities Marketing Program this year and was honored to be invited to the kickoff. Itβs going to be a fun year supporting the students, schools, and activities that make Parkway such a special part of our community.
Hereβs to a great school year and a great football season! π
And yesβ¦ that Mayorβs Cup is something to brag about! ππ