Taking College Level Courses Expands Pathways to Higher Ed for Parkland Students
Elevating Excellence: Dual Credit Opportunities Expand Pathways to Higher Education for Parkland Students
Parkland is dismantling the walls between secondary and post-secondary education by allowing students to earn college credits on and off campus through district-approved higher education partners. This initiative provides an opportunity for college-level rigor while significantly reducing the overall cost of a degree, supported by a vast network of partnerships that align with students' career and academic interests.
Dr. Mark Madson discusses all the opportunities with the team who leads this effort: Assistant PHS Principals Dr. Terry Meehan and Terri Plattner and Assistant Superintendent Dr. Michelle Minotti.
28 Jul 2026
Living Legends: Parkland Retirees Share Interesting History
Dr. Mark Madson sits down with retirees and living legend former administrators of the Parkland School District who all retired at least 20 years ago:
Dr. Lee Kreidler – Former Assistant Superintendent (1975–1998)
Joan Failla – Former Kernsville Elementary Principal (1991–2000)
Ken Zellner – (1963-2004) Parkland High School graduate, former Schnecksville teacher (starting in 1967), and Coordinator of Curriculum and Instruction for 7 years, completing 37 years total as a Parkland staff member.
Rich Houck – Hired in 1969 to teach at James W. Good Elementary (now Cetronia Elementary), later becoming Principal of Ironton Elementary
31 Mar 2026
The Rise of Flag Football, Unified Sports and Parkland Athletics Update
Join Dr. Madson as he sits down with Athletic Director, Andy Stephens and Girls' Flag Football Coach Art George as they discuss the rise in popularity of Girls' Flag Football, the new program at PHS and the future of the sport. Andy Stephens will also talk about plans to launch a Unified Sports Bocce Ball team next fall.
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