A Vision for Parkview High School: A Community Member’s Dream

A Vision for Parkview High School: A Community Member’s Dream

Hello, fellow Parkview Patriots! Today, I want to share with you a vision, a dream of what our beloved Parkview High School could look like in the future. This is not an official plan from the Little Rock School District, but a rendering drafted by a member of our community who, like all of us, cares deeply about our school.

Imagine our current football/track field, but picture it upgraded with bleachers on both the home and away sides. Now, connect that field to a brand new arena. The upper level of this proposed facility would feature a dual-sided press box and hospitality suites, offering panoramic views of both the football field and the basketball court.

But the vision doesn’t stop there. Picture our open green space transformed into additional parking lots and tennis courts. This would not only enhance accessibility but also expand our sports facilities.

The best part? This vision aims to achieve all these upgrades without acquiring new land and with minimal disruptions to the environment and our surrounding neighborhoods.

This is a dream that respects our history, our environment, and our community. It’s a dream that sees Parkview not just as it is, but as it could be.

Please remember, that this is a community-drafted rendering and not an official plan from the Little Rock School District. But it’s a testament to the passion and commitment of our community, and a reminder of what we can envision together.

Stay tuned for more updates and let’s continue dreaming big for our school! #ParkviewDreams #CommunityVision #EcoFriendlyCampus

Walter Washington

Parent of Two Parkview Students

Sage Meadows Subdivision Resident

Member of the Parkview PTSA

Location: 2501 John Barrow Rd, Little Rock, AR 72204, USA

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  1. WalterLeeJrDecember 7, 2023 at 10:54 PM

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