Welcome To Our School Blog!
Message From Our FORCE Staff
October 30, 2019
We hope that you have enjoyed this short school week! Well, it's the official END OF TRIMESTER 1 today - that's right, we are 1/3 of the way through the 2019/2020 school year already - it is flying by! We had some very awesome moments here on The Farm from Aug. 8 - Oct. 30th, from the amazing learning in the classroom, to fun on the playground, School SING, assemblies, and community events! We can't wait for more awesomeness coming up in Trimester 2!
REMEMBER - there is NO SCHOOL Tomorrow (10/31) and Friday (11/1/19) for our teacher professional development days - 2 days of learning for our staff that helps enhance the learning and experiences for our students!
Our hope with this blog is to try to keep it updated weekly so that you can be informed of upcoming events, news, happenings, and important information regarding Fiddyment Farm Elementary and the great experiences your child will be having here at our school this year.
We love feedback from parents on suggestions on how to keep our school amazing! Have any concerns or any new ideas? - Please share them with us and answer our short survey!
As always, we want to thank our community of parents and guardians for supporting Fiddyment Farm School, our students, and our staff!
Have a wonderful 4 day weekend!
Ryan Poulsen - Principal
&
Fiddyment Farm Staff
Our school mission is to maximize learning for each member of our FORCE!
We are the F.O.R.C.E.
F - Focused O - Organized R - Respectful C - Compassionate E - Encouraging
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Thursday - October 31 - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day
Friday - November 1 - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Work Day
NOVEMBER 4 - NOVEMBER 8 - CONFERENCE WEEK SCHEDULE!!!
Tuesday - November 5 - Peter Pan Play - Assembly
Thursday- November 7 - School SING
Monday - November 11 - NO SCHOOL - Veterans Day
Tuesday - November 12 - Happy Birthday Mrs. Bigon and Mrs. Malone
Tuesday - November 12 - After School Enrichment - "Early Engineers"
Wednesday - November 13 - Happy Birthday Mrs. Castillo
Wednesday- November 13 - Author Visit Assembly - Jessie Bennett
Wednesday- November 13 - After School Enrichment - "Spanish"
Wednesday- November 13 - After School Enrichment - "Chess Club"
Thursday - November 14 - 2nd Grade Field Trip - Nimbus Fish Hatchery
Thursday - November 14 - After School Enrichment - "Mad Science"
Friday - November 15 - POPCORN Friday!
Friday - November 15 - 3rd Grade Market Day
Friday - November 15 -After School Enrichment - "Spanish"
Friday - November 15 -After School Enrichment - "Honeycode"
A HUGE THANK YOU to all of the amazing parent volunteers that came to set up and work the with the Harvest Festival this year! It was a wonderful event, and we got a ton of positive feedback about the Trunk or Treat, games, food, and fun! It was so well enjoyed by families and of course our students!
And of course, all of the planning, organizing, and running around like mad -
Carrie DeHerrera, Nina Bostwick, and Desiree Champaco
THANK YOU SO MUCH for stepping up to chair this event - you all did an amazing job, and I'm sure we speak for everyone when we say your hard work is truly appreciated!!!!
This is a reminder that NEXT week is Parent-Teacher Conference Week! The school will be on a modified "Conference" schedule with a shortened school day!
Please see the schedule below and please make all appropriate accommodations to have your children picked up at the correct times! - Thank you!
Our JEDI COUNCIL Student Leadership team has organized a canned food drive to help those less fortunate and many of our families have already graciously donated - THANK YOU!
If you haven't had a chance to donate to the canned food drive yet, there is still time!
They're running the canned food drive from now until November 8th. The top classes in tk-1, 2-3, and 4-5 grade ranges will win a prize.
Here is the wish list of items needed!
We are collecting Box Tops for Educational funds again this year! Our box top contest is just around the corner - and this year- it is even easier to collect Box Tops - you can scan them digitally with the app - Check out the flyer below - Thank you for your support!
Get a jump start on this year's Yearbook and order early! This way, you won't have to stress about it and rush to get it bought in the Spring!
And - ordering is ALL ONLINE - super easy - check out below!
We are overflowing!!! If you know your child did not come home with a jacket, sweatshirt, hat, lunchbox, etc, etc, etc, - please come claim it! The LOST and FOUND rack is located by the front gate every day at pick up time! - THANK YOU!
Parent Teacher Club (PTC)
We truly value the partnership between the school and our families, and no one fosters that better than our Fiddyment Farm Parent Teacher Club! The parents/guardians that help volunteer with school events and activities are very special and very much appreciated!
Check out the PTC Newsletter with some info on upcoming events and information to start off the year!
We would LOVE your help! If you are interested in volunteering here at Fiddyment Farm, please click on the link to our district website - Volunteer Policy Page. There you will find information about the policy, the difference between Category I and Category II Volunteer, and all the needed paperwork in PDF form to get started! - Thank you for your time!
Each Friday is spirit day - students and staff are encouraged to wear their school spirit shirts, or sport the school colors - black and gold! The class with the most students to sport their spirit for the day, wins the coveted "Spirit Stick" as a reward, to keep in their classroom for a week! This week, Mrs. Bews' 4/5 combo class keeps the Spirit Stick AGAIN with 96% of her students rockin' the black and gold or their school spirit wear! Way to Room 23 - Can any classroom stop em?
Every School SING, we acknowledge some amazing FORCE students here at Fiddyment who consistently demonstrate our character traits, of being FOCUSED, ORGANIZED, RESPECTFUL, COMPASSIONATE, AND ENCOURAGING!
Last Friday at School SING we acknowledged some amazing students for showing they they can stay ORGANIZED with their school work and in the classrooms!
Check them out below!!
KINDERGARTEN
Mrs. Bogert/Evans
- Sara N. - Sara is SUPER organized! She keeps her work area clean ands she does a great job following directions. Well Done, Sara!
Mrs. Dyas
- Brooklyn S. & Ben S. -In room 4, Brooklyn is always helping her table keep track of their bits and pieces. She likes to organize the table tub. Ben shows he is organized by remembering all of the tools he needs to make learning possible each day. Thanks for helping us stay on track!
- Dominic P. - In Room #11 our focused leader is Dominic - thanks for taking care of our classroom and keeping it organized!!!
- Colette W. & Vinnie S. - Colette always comes to school ready to learn. She knows where to keep her supplies and how to turn in her completed work all on her own. She helps her table stay organized and on task. I count on her to always be a role model. Thanks Colette for being such an awesome part of room 12! Vinny is always organized and ready to learn. He tries his best on all assignments and uses neat writing. He takes pride in a job well done! I can count on Vinny to help his table stay on task. He is such to clean up after his own self and even of others at his group. I am proud of you Vinny for winning the ORGANIZED award!
- Marissa K. - In room 10 we are honoring Marissa for being an ORGANIZED member of the FORCE! Way to go Marissa!
1ST GRADE
Mrs. Ely
- Colin N. - Colin is being recognized in Room 1 as an ORGANIZED superstar! We are so lucky to have him in our class. Way to go, Colin.
Miss Johnson
- Madelyn T. -Room 8 would like to congratulate Madelyn T. for being SO organized! She always helps clean up materials and knows where things go in the classroom. It is so helpful! Way to go!
- Jackson S. - Jackson is being recognized in Room 9 for being organized! Jackson always comes to school ready to learn-he has his materials and never needs any reminders to unpack or pack up at the end of the day. Jackson is organized with his writing folder, too. We are proud of you Jackson-keep up the good work!
- Myah W. - Myah is very organized in Room 5. She always makes sure her group's supplies are in their places and her table is neat and clean. She loves to help organize and file papers in the classroom. Great job Myah!
- Mazie T. - Ms. Purcell's 1st grade class would like to recognize Maizie T. for being ORGANIZED! Maizie loves to have everything neat and clean at her table, and is always asking her teacher if she has any "organizing projects" she can help her with...way to go Maizie!!!
2ND GRADE
Mrs. Benato
- Davin C. - In Room 16, we are recognizing Davin for being Organized. He always pays attention to detail, is always prepared for school and knows the routines, as well as having his area neat and organized. Way to go, Davin!
- Mia P. - Mia is being recognized as an ORGANIZED student in Room 14. She is great at keeping track of her work and putting her materials in the correct place. Way to go Mia!
- Keane M. - Keane is receiving the award for being ORGANIZED! To be an active learner, you have to be organized with your supplies and most importantly, your thoughts. Keane comes to school prepared and ready to learn daily. He continues to challenge himself and grow as a learner. I am so proud of Keane. Congratulations!
- Jaxon G. - I am very proud to give Jaxon the "Organized" award! Jaxon does a fantastic job keeping his materials neat in his desk. He is also helpful in keeping our classroom organized by always putting things back in the right spot! Way to go Jaxon!
3RD GRADE
Mr. Denney
- Gabriella S. - Gabriella comes in on her recess time to make sure she her desk is always organized. She will also help others get their things in order too when she has extra time. Well done lady!
- Nicholas M. - Nicholas is SO on top of things! He's a wonderful example of being organized and a great role model for our class. Great job Nicholas!
- Mason B. - Mason is chosen as our "Organized" student from room 20. Mason always know where his work is and has never lost an assignment. His desk is organized and clean! Keep up the great work, Mason!
- Ashveer K. - Room 25 is recognizing Ashveer for being ORGANIZED! Ashveer always has his materials ready and works hard to keep his things organized. Way to go, Ashveer!
- Declan B & Emmerie L . - Room 26 would like to recognize Declan for being super ORGANIZED! Declan is always prepared for his learning! He comes into class each day with a positive attitude for learning, he is always ready for new lessons & activities, and he is always helping others around him. We are so proud of you, Declan! Keep up the great work! Room 26 would like to recognize Emmerie for being super ORGANIZED! Emmerie comes to school each day prepared for learning. She is wonderful at having all her materials organized and ready to go during class lessons & activities. We are so proud of you, Emmerie! Keep up the great work!
4TH GRADE
Mrs. Andrada
- Kendall G. - Kendall has done an outstanding job staying organized in class this year. She always has the materials she needs and knows where everything is at all times.
Mrs. Bews
- Noah W. - Noah has been a wonderfully organized student. He keeps his belongings and workspace neat and tidy. He is always prepared and ready to go for each lesson! Way to go Noah!
Mrs. Cianci
- Reese. - This week in room 22 we would like to recognize Reese T. for being our organized student of the week. Reese stands out an organized writer in 4th grade. She does a great job of explaining her stories in a well thought out and organized way. Way to go Reese!
5TH GRADE
Mrs. Adams
- Jewel A. - Students say she is organized because her desk is clean, she can get her supplies out quickly and she is always ready.
Mrs. Bews
- Althea P. - Althea is such a wonderful student. She is always neat and tidy and leads by example when it comes to organization! Althea is also always willing to help keep our classroom organized as well! Way to go Althea, keep it up!
Mrs. Grilione
- Aayden O. - Aayden takes responsibility for himself in all areas and keeps his work and desk organized.
Mrs. Morgan
- Hailey B. - Hailey works hard to stay organized. She takes time to make sure things are where they should be and is always willing to lend a hand organizing things in the classroom or helping a peer. Her hard work is appreciated. Way to go, Hailey!
School SING will return next Thursday - where we will acknowledge more amazing FORCE students for being ORGANIZED at school - Check back here next Friday for a list of students and picture!
This school year, we are re-focusing our PBIS (Positive Behavior Expectations and Supports) structure to be more simplified for our students. We are going to continue with our character themes of F.O.R.C.E. - Focused, Organized, Respectful, Compassionate, Encouraging, and put more emphasis on good character traits and habits.
On the behavior side, to simplify the "behavior" expectations, we have chosen
Be Safe - Be Responsible - Be Respectful
These are very simple for our students to understand, and are easy to reinforce and celebrate when students follow expectations and make good choices! These 3 main behavior expectations, will also carry over to Chilton Middle School, as they use the same 3.
When students do make good choices and follow behavior expectations, and show great character qualities of the F.O.R.C.E., they will be acknowledged at different times of the year, in different ways, from awards, to FORCE Tickets, to prizes - we want to acknowledge our FORCE students for showing up every day and being a true "FORCE" in our school!
If your child comes home with a FORCE ticket stub - they made a really good choice at school and should be encouraged to continue their positive choices and behaviors in the future!
Our REMIND account is back online this year and we are excited to have another outlet to communicate with our families! Last year we were unable to use it because of district guidelines, but now they have been approved for district and school use again!
The app is downloadable on ios and android and is basically a way to receive text message reminders from the school on upcoming events, with no privacy concerns or personal phone numbers shared.
If you are already signed up from before, you will start getting text reminders soon - and you can always opt out as well.
If you are new to Fiddyment, or new to Remind and you would like to receive school reminders via text, here is how to do it:
If you are you looking for some amazing enrichment opportunities for your child, we have some awesome after school programs starting up in September at Fiddyment! There is a wide range of selection, from Art, Science, Engineering, Chess, Coding, and Spanish.
Thank you for reading our blog and supporting Fiddyment Farm Elementary School!
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