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5th Grade Celebration Details-

The last week of school:

Monday, June 5

Make Up EOG Testing Reading, Math and Science
4:10pm After School Courtyard Gardening- all invited
All library books due. Please continue to return any that you still have this week.

Tuesday, June 6

Read to Achieve Test for 3rd Graders who did not pass the Reading EOG
5:00pm Neighborhood Visits to Portree Place and Blue Bird Court En Espanol

Wednesday, June 7

Make Up EOG Testing
2:15pm 5th Grade Rehearsal for Celebration (please do not sign students out early today)
5:00pm Neighborhood Visit to Lake Wheeler/Dix Park neighborhood En Espanol

Thursday, June 8

9:45am 5th Grade Celebration in Cafeteria
NO LUNCH VISITORS TODAY!!!

Friday, June 9

Last Day of School!
5th Grade Picnic- 11:00-12:30pm in FWES Courtyard
Report cards go home after 12:30pm

June 12 and June 13- Teacher Workdays

Readministration and Readministration for 3rd-5th Graders who opt in and are eligible to retake the EOG- Invitations to these days will go home after EOG scores are returned.

FWES Friday Folder Updates:

Last Week of School Events- Use this document to see the events planned at FWES this week for students to close out the 2022-23 school year.

EOG Score Letters for 3rd and 4th Grade Home Today! Student EOG scores are being sent home today along with information about those students eligible for Read to Achieve (3rd grade only- will be June 6th) and/or NC Readministration of EOG on June 12th and/or 13th. Please review the information carefully and reach out to your child’s teacher if you have any questions.

Family Transitions- Are you moving or not returning to FWES? Please let Marcia Tracy-Dale (mtracy-dale@wcpss.net) know so we can plan accordingly with the hiring of teachers and creating classrooms for the 2023-24 school year! Thank you!

FWES Transitions and Farewells…..

Schools staff are no different from other individuals as change is sometimes needed and changes can impact work status, too. We have a few staff who will be leaving FWES this year and moving on to new professional challenges. We are so thankful for all they have contributed to our school community and send them on their way with our appreciation and best wishes! Thank you for doing the same!

Taylor Dunn
Anna Daley
Alison DiOrio
Mariana McHenry
Velda Bell
Melissa Harper

Due to decreased enrollment, WCPSS has also decided to close our Special Education ECS program at this time, so our amazing ECS staff will be moving to new schools to continue sharing their gifts with ECS students and their families:

Elizabeth Mitchell
Josette White
Sonali Musham

📚 Library Books -

Please continue to return any library books that you still have. Updated copies of books checked out will be sent home today or Monday, and email notices will be sent this afternoon. It takes teamwork to get library books back from 650 students, so thank you to everyone for your patience, emails, and effort to find books that end up in all sorts of places, including the classroom! I appreciate your help, and your patience as we get books back on the library shelves. Any questions or concerns, email czaccardi@wcpss.net.

Detalles de la Invitación a la Celebración y Picnic de 5º Grado de 2023

Reminder ONLY 4 people per student allowed to the Celebration on June 8th (no FWES K-4 students allowed to attend) due to space limits. No limit to participants the Picnic on June 9th.

Please read all information carefully so you are prepared for the events of the last two days of the year.

After School Gardening: Help Mrs. Long and PTA volunteers get our garden ready for summer and harvest after school the next several weeks. Just come around into the courtyard after walker or carpool pick up and be a helper!

June 2nd 4:10pm- TODAY!!!

June 5th 4:10pm

June 8th 4:10pm

Gardening and Grounds Volunteers Needed this Summer!!! Learn about how you can help ensure our Community Garden continues to give back to our community the harvested produce throughout the summer. It is a great opportunity to serve our school and others!

Summer Farmer Families Sign Up (help one day a week for a month to keep things growing)!

Teacher Characteristics for 2023-24

Each year Mrs. Pierce invites families to provide her with information on the characteristics that would support their student’s success in the upcoming year. This information is used to guide in the placement of students into classrooms during the summer. All input must be received no later than Thursday, June 15, 2023.

Please note that requests that identify a specific teacher name request will be discarded, as it is most important that families share the characteristics that are beneficial to the student’s success.

Families wishing to contribute may do so using the form below:

Fill out the Teacher Characteristics form at this link to provide your input by June 15, 2023

We are blessed at FWES to have an incredible teaching staff who work tirelessly to serve all students well each year… there is no requirement to submit this information as any FWES teacher will be amazing for your IB Learner next year!

FWES PTA Updates:

PTA’s final newsletter is here!

Summer Garden:

Farmer Families help keep our school garden growing all summer. Click HERE for information on helping with watering the garden, harvesting, and other volunteer opportunities in our garden and grounds.

Lost and Found:

Lost and Found - please take a LAST LOOK before the last day of school!

Friday, June 2nd- 3rd and 4th Grade Families Only

All 3rd and 4th graders who have completed BOTH the Reading EOG and the Math EOG will have an envelope in their folder today with their scores.

Scores are reported at these levels-

Level 5= Superior Command
Level 4= Solid Command
Level 3= Sufficient Command
Not Proficient "NP" = Not Proficient

No other detailed information is available at this time but there will be parent reports available in the summer with more information for families.

3rd Grade Only:

Students who scored an "NP" in reading but do NOT have a Good Cause Exemption are required to take the State Read to Achieve Test on Tuesday, June 6th. There is nothing you need to do for your child to participate. There is a letter in your envelope to share this information.

Students who scored an "NP" in reading but have already met a Good Cause Exemption earlier in the year- will NOT take the State Read to Achieve Test on Tuesday, June 6th. See the sticker added to your letter if this applies to your student.

3rd Grade students are NOT eligible for a readministration of the EOG in Reading due to Read to Achieve.

Students who scored an "NP" on the Math EOG who had almost all "3s" on his/her report card all year in Math are eligible for the readministration of the 3rd Grade Math EOG on Tuesday, June 13th. If your student is eligible, a letter about this eligibility is included with your score letter. Please review the letter and update us with whether or not your child will participate by Monday, June 5th so we can make appropriate arrangements.

4th Grade Only:

IF your child had almost all "3s" on his/her report card all year in Reading and/or Math but scored an "NP"- they are eligible to participate in a readministration on June 12th or 13th and information about the readministration is included with the letter. Please review the letter and update us with whether or not your child will participate by Monday, June 5th so we can make appropriate arrangements.

Please reach out to your child's teacher if you have any questions about the materials you receive today.

Yours,

Winston Pierce, Principal

Monday, May 29 (to 3rd-5th Grade Families Only)

EOG Starts tomorrow for YOUR child.....

There are many requirements for testing security that are required of all schools in the state of North Carolina and reminders of many of those are included below. Your understanding and cooperation are appreciated!

MAKE SURE YOUR CHROMEBOOK IS PLUGGED IN AND CHARGING!!!! ALL EOG testing is completed on line and students will need their charged chromebook to take the test.
ALL PERSONAL DIGITAL DEVICES SHOULD BE LEFT AT HOME on EOG DAYS
- PHONES AND WATCHES ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE ROOM WHERE TESTING IS BEING COMPLETED
- Students who will need these devices at the end of the day will need to power down and give them to the teacher during testing. Devices can be returned when all testing is completed.
- Devices that are not turned in to the teacher and create a testing interuption due to a noise (including vibration) may result in disciplinary action due to causing a testing irregularity that could cause all students in the classroom to have to retake the test.
Make sure your child gets a good night's sleep tonight
Breakfast is available for free for all 3rd-5th graders at FWES or make sure your child has a good breakfast at home
Make sure your child is in the building no later than 9:15am.
- Students will not be allowed to enter classrooms after testing has begun!! On time arrival each day of EOG is critical to allow your child time to get settled and be ready to begin.
Students may have a water bottle at their seat on the floor during the EOG- please send a water bottle with your student.
Students may have a book to read when they finish testing- the book must be a fiction text- no non-fiction/informational texts are allowed.
EOG Testing will last until 12:30-1:00pm each day of testing. Students cannot leave a tested setting until all of the testing time is completed and all test materials (including online verification) are collected, counted and returned to our testing coordinator. Please DO NOT plan to pick your child up before 1:00pm on EOG days.

Tuesday- EOG Reading

Thursday- EOG Math

Friday- EOG Science- 5th Grade

Yours,

Winston Pierce, Principal

Friday, May 26

FWES End of Year Family Calendar of Events- Draft 2- a few minor updates!

**No Visitors for Lunch ALL Week- daily changes in lunch schedule- K-2 lunch in classrooms and 3-5 depends on when all testing is completed.

Monday, May 29

Memorial Day Holiday- No School

Tuesday, May 30

Reading End of Grade Test
NO VISITORS for Lunch K-5
4:10pm After School Courtyard Gardening- all invited

Wednesday, May 31

Reading EOG Make-Up testing
NO VISITORS for Lunch K-5

Thursday, June 1

Math End of Grade Test
NO VISITORS for Lunch K-5

Friday, June 2

8:30am Walk to School Day- last one of the year
Science End of Grade Test- 5th Graders
Make up Reading and Math 3rd/4th
NO VISITORS for Lunch K-5
4:10pm After School Courtyard Gardening- all invited

The last week of school:

Monday, June 5

Make Up EOG Testing Reading, Math and Science
4:10pm After School Courtyard Gardening- all invited

Tuesday, June 6

Read to Achieve Test for 3rd Graders who did not pass the Reading EOG
5:00pm Neighborhood Visits to Portree Place and Blue Bird Court

Wednesday, June 7

Make Up EOG Testing
2:15pm 5th Grade Rehearsal for Celebration (please do not sign students out early today)
5:15pm Neighborhood Visit to Lake Wheeler/Dix Park neighborhood

Thursday, June 8

9:45am 5th Grade Celebration in Cafeteria
NO VISITORS for Lunch K-5

Friday, June 9

Last Day of School!
5th Grade Picnic- 11:00-12:30pm in FWES Courtyard
Report cards go home after 12:00pm

June 12 and June 13- Teacher Workdays

Readministration and Readministration for 3rd-5th Graders who opt in and are eligible to retake the EOG- Invitations to these days will go home after EOG scores are returned.

FWES Friday Folder Updates:

EOG Information- Information is linked here for 3rd-5th grade families to review about the EOG testing, including links to sample tests and NCDPI sites with more information to review.

We have drafted the schedule of the many end of year events in May and June for the 2022-23 school year. Use this calendar to begin planning your schedules so you do not miss out on events for your student. We are hopeful there will be few changes to this information but please be aware that adjustments could still occur.

May 30th 4:10pm

June 2nd 4:10pm

June 5th 4:10pm

June 8th 4:10pm

Summer Farmer Families Sign Up (help one day a week for a month to keep things growing)!

Summer Reading Program with Wool E Bull and the Durham Bulls- check out this flier for more information on how to register! Keep reading this summer!

Teacher Characteristics for 2023-24

Families wishing to contribute may do so using the form below:

Fill out the Teacher Characteristics form at this link to provide your input by June 15, 2023

FWES PTA Updates:

Summer budget passed at the PTA General Body Meeting on May 24th.

PTA budget summary can be found here.

Walk to school (06/02):

Last Walk To School Day 6/2 - we particularly welcome outgoing 5th grade families to join for a special activity!

Yearbooks:

Yearbooks distributed on Thursday May 25th. Contact yearbook@fwespta.org if you want to order. Yearbooks are limited and are $35 cash or check made out to FWES PTA.

Summer Garden:

Farmer Families help keep our school garden growing all summer. Click here for information on helping with watering the garden, harvesting, and other volunteer opportunities in our garden and grounds.

Lost and Found:

Lost and Found - please take a LAST LOOK before the last day of school!

PTA Board positions for 2023-24:

The PTA board is looking to fill the following board positions. Please find descriptions of roles here. Please contact nominations@fwespta.org if you are interested!

Nominating chair
Membership chair
Staff appreciation chair
Project parents coordinator
Health and wellness chair
Teacher task team chair
Spirit Rock chair
Spirit Wear chair
Campus Beautification chair
5th Grade celebration chair
Go Play Save Chair
World Dance Chair
Volunteer Coordinator

Tuesday, May 23- to 5th Grade Families Only

Please plan to join us on June 8th and 9th to celebrate our 5th Grade IB Learners!

celebration picnic

Additional Information and Details about the upcoming events is outlined below for your reference.

FWES 5th Grade Celebration and 5th Grade Picnic Invitation Details 2023

For students:

5th Grade Celebration, June 8th 9:45am

Students should dress their best for this special event.
- If students are remaining at school following the celebration, they may want to bring a change of clothes for the rest of their day.
Students should arrive to school on time- between 8:45-9:15am

5th Grade Picnic, June 9th 11:00am

Students who purchased a 5th Grade Shirt should wear them on Friday, June 9th for the Picnic Celebration Event
Students will be given the opportunity to go through the cafeteria line to get a lunch prior to the start of the picnic event or they can bring a picnic lunch or eat a picnic with their family.

For families:

5th Grade Celebration, June 8th 9:45-11:15am

Guests of students will be limited to a maximum of 4 guests per 5th Grade student due to cafeteria fire code capacity, as all classrooms will be attending the celebration together.
- FWES younger siblings will not be allowed to be signed out to attend the event due to their own classroom activities. These younger siblings are invited to join the family and their 5th grader at the Picnic Event on Friday, June 9th to celebrate.
Families will be allowed to enter the cafeteria at 9:25am. Please plan ahead for waiting and lining up outside the building, especially for individuals who may have struggles with standing.
Small celebration items are welcomed (such as flower bouquets, small balloon on a stick-pencil size, etc.) but larger items such as helium balloons, large signs, etc. will not be allowed in the cafeteria due to space constraints.
Photo Opportunities
- As students walk across the stage, there will NOT be a stopping point for photos to be taken.
- Following the celebration- students will walk with their teachers out to the front area of the school. Families will then leave the cafeteria and meet students outside for photos.
- The front campus of FWES will have many locations set up with props for families to take photos of their 5th grader AFTER the celebration event. Please plan to bring your camera to capture the fun!
- Students will remain with their teacher outside for 30-45 minutes after the celebration and then return to the classroom for the remainder of the school day.
Student Dismissal- If you want to sign out your student following the celebration event and your photos- see your child’s teacher out front and sign them out on the appropriate form. Students who leave prior to 12:30pm will be counted absent for the day.

5th Grade Picnic, June 9th 11:00am-12:30pm FWES Courtyard

For safety and security, families will be sent a Picnic Ticket for the picnic event (a paper copy will go home and it will also be sent via email and talking points to show on your phone). This ticket must be shown to a school staff member to be allowed entry into the picnic area.
- Families may not enter the building, except to use the designated restrooms and travel from the courtyard to the office for sign out/exit, during the picnic event.
Lunch food will not be provided- families are encouraged to bring their own picnic lunch, chairs, blankets, etc.
- FWES PTA will provide small snacks for students at the picnic
Extended family and siblings are welcome to join the family at the picnic- just share the “ticket” with them for entry.
- FWES siblings may be signed out at the front office beginning at 10:50am to attend with the family and will need to be signed back in if returning to their classroom after the picnic.
Final Report cards will be available from your child’s teacher at the picnic between 12:00-12:30 pm if you are signing out your student for the remainder of the day. Students staying all day will receive report cards at the end of the day.
Students may be signed out for the remainder of their day with teachers at the picnic. Students signed out prior to 12:30pm will be counted absent.

Friday, May 19

FWES End of Year Family Calendar of Events- Draft 2- a few minor updates!

IB Learner Profile - Knowledgeable

P2- Other People Matter Mindset

FWES GOLD Celebration Week!

Monday, May 22

Tuesday, May 23

Last day for library books to be checked out
GOLD Celebrations- Kinder- 10:30-11:45am; 5th- 2:00-3:15pm

Wednesday, May 24

GOLD Celebration- 1st and 3rd- 2:00-3:15pm
5:30pm- Kindergarten Orientation for 23-24 Families- FWES Cafe
6:00pm- PTA Meeting (New Officer Election; Summer Budget Vote, updates)- FWES Cafe
6:20pm- FWES Handbell Spring Concert
6:45-7:45pm- Family Picnic and Playground

Thursday, May 25

GOLD Celebrations- 2nd 1:35-2:50pm; 4th 2:00-3:15pm

Friday, May 26 -

ALL library books due
5th Grade Talent Show- 9:30 K-2; 10:30 3-5
**No Visitors for Lunch- adjusted lunch schedules

*No school Monday, May 29th- Memorial Day Holiday

The following week at FWES:

**No Visitors for Lunch ALL Week- daily changes in lunch schedule- K-2 lunch in classrooms and 3-5 depends on when all testing is completed.

Monday, May 29

Memorial Day Holiday- No School

Tuesday, May 30

Reading End of Grade Test
NO VISITORS for Lunch K-5
4:10pm After School Courtyard Gardening- all invited

Wednesday, May 31

Reading EOG Make Up testing
NO VISITORS for Lunch K-5

Thursday, June 1

Math End of Grade Test
NO VISITORS for Lunch K-5

Friday, June 2

Science End of Grade Test- 5th Graders
Make up Reading and Math 3rd/4th
NO VISITORS for Lunch K-5
4:10pm After School Courtyard Gardening- all invited

The last week of school:

Monday, June 5

Make Up EOG Testing Reading, Math and Science
4:10pm After School Courtyard Gardening- all invited

Tuesday, June 6

Read to Achieve Test for 3rd Graders who did not pass the Reading EOG
5:00pm Neighborhood Visits to Portree Place and Blue Bird Court

Wednesday, June 7

Make Up EOG Testing
2:15pm 5th Grade Rehearsal for Celebration (please do not sign students out early today)
5:15pm Neighborhood Visit to Lake Wheeler/Dix Park neighborhood

Thursday, June 8

9:45am 5th Grade Celebration in Cafeteria

Friday, June 9

Last Day of School!
5th Grade Picnic- 11:00-12:30pm in FWES Courtyard
Report cards go home after 12:30pm

June 12 and June 13- Teacher Workdays

Readministration and Readministration for 3rd-5th Graders who opt in and are eligible to retake the EOG- Invitations to these days will go home after EOG scores are returned.

FWES Friday Folder Updates:

EOG Information- Information is linked here for 3rd-5th grade families to review about the EOG testing, including links to sample tests and NCDPI sites with more information to review.

EOG K-2 Lunch Delivery Volunteers and Hall Monitor Volunteers Needed- If you are a registered volunteer, use this link to sign up to assist. Thanks!

Library Books Due back by May 26: This weekend an email will go out with all the books your student has checked out so you can start looking for any that are overdue. On Monday, a paper copy will be sent home. Please send any library books in, even if they aren’t on the list. Sometimes students forget to scan a book! The email will be called “FWES Library Books” and will list the name of the books and give a picture of the cover for most of them. If you have any questions, email Christine Zaccardi: czaccardi@wcpss.net

May 30th 4:10pm

June 2nd 4:10pm

June 5th 4:10pm

June 8th 4:10pm

Summer Reading Program with Wool E Bull and the Durham Bulls- check out this flyer for more information on how to register! Keep reading this summer!

reading

Teacher Characteristics for 2023-24

Families wishing to contribute may do so using the form below:

Fill out the Teacher Characteristics form at this link to provide your input by June 15, 2023

Club Sponsor Interest for 2023-24

It was so exciting in 2022-23 to begin clubs again at FWES for our students!

It is time now, to begin thinking about clubs for the 2023-24 school year. We had several this year but would look forward to adding a few more so more students can participate in these additional inquiry experiences.

Clubs are a great way to support teacher/family interests and student inquiry. Thank you for considering what you might like to share with students: Chess, Photography, Robotics, Knitting, etc. If you are interested in continuing a club or starting a new one next year, please indicate that information here.

Completing this form does not obligate you for next year but gives a starting point when there is the need for quick turn around time in the fall:) We are going to consider some scheduling options that allow for more equitable access but in the past, Clubs have been scheduled on Thursdays either before school from 8:00-8:45 or after school from 4:15-5:00pm- we may start with these proposed times but explore other times to provide more equitable access for our students.

For those new to FWES- here is a link to the list of Clubs and descriptions from the 2022-23 school year.

Are you moving? Will you NOT return to FWES for the 2023-24 school year?

So that we can best prepare with the teachers we will need next year, please notify Marcia Tracy-Dale if your student will NOT return to FWES for the 2023-24 school year.

Email her at: mtracy-dale@wcpss.net

Kindergarten Registration for 2023-24!

Kindergarten registration for next year started on October, 2022. If you- or someone you know- has a child who will be 5 on or before August 31, 2023- please remind them to register for kindergarten as soon as possible.

Kindergarten Registration 23-24

Kindergarten Registration- espanol- 23-24

FWES PTA Updates:

End Of Year Picnic is on May 24th, 6-8PM:

PTA General Body Meeting (Summer Interim Budget, Elections)
Handbells concert
Family picnic!

picnic

Friday, May 12

Mrs. Pierce’s Video Message

IB Learner Profile - Knowledgeable

P2- Creativity

Monday, May 15

7:45am Optional Handbell Rehearsal

Tuesday, May 16

4:10pm Optional Handbell Rehearsal

Wednesday, May 17

5th Grade Talent Show Rehearsal- during specials

Thursday, May 18

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Kids Run Club and Kids Yoga Club
4:30pm Battle of the Books Competition- Inquiry Center

Friday, May 19

Field Day Rain Date
7:45am PTA Board Meeting- Inquiry Center- all welcome

The following week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Knowledgeable

P2- Other People Matter Mindset

FWES GOLD Celebration Week!

Monday, May 22

Tuesday, May 23

Last day for library books to be checked out
GOLD Celebrations- Kinder- 10:30-11:45am; 5th- 2:00-3:15pm

Wednesday, May 24

GOLD Celebration- 1st and 3rd- 2:00-3:15pm
5:30pm- Kindergarten Orientation for 23-24 Families- FWES Cafe
6:00pm- PTA Meeting (New Officer Election; Summer Budget Vote, updates)- FWES Cafe
6:20pm- FWES Handbell Spring Concert
6:45-7:45pm- Family Picnic and Playground

Thursday, May 25

GOLD Celebrations- 2nd 1:35-2:50pm; 4th 2:00-3:15pm

Friday, May 26 -

ALL library books due
5th Grade Talent Show- 9:30 K-2; 10:30 3-5
**No Visitors for Lunch

*No school Monday, May 29th- Memorial Day Holiday

FWES Friday Folder Updates:

5th Grade Families Only!

Sunday, May 14th- Last day to order 5th Grade T-Shirt! Order Shirt Here

EOG Information- Information is linked here for 3rd-5th grade families to review about the EOG testing, including links to sample tests and NCDPI sites with more information to review.

FWES End of Year Family Calendar of Events- Draft 2- a few minor updates!

Free (for eligible families) Healthy Habits Summer Camp- Poe Health Center- Register Here

FWES CASS Newsletter May 2023.docx

Teacher Characteristics for 2023-24

Families wishing to contribute may do so using the form below:

Fill out the Teacher Characteristics form at this link to provide your input by June 15, 2023

Club Sponsor Interest for 2023-24

It was so exciting in 2022-23 to begin clubs again at FWES for our students!

For those new to FWES- here is a link to the list of Clubs and descriptions from the 2022-23 school year.
Parent sponsors must be approved volunteers and a parent sponsored club must have 2 adults present at each meeting/activity.
Please complete the form more than once if you have interest in more than one club.

Thank you for considering how you might share your interest(s) with our students! Follow up will occur at the beginning of the 2023-24 school year.

Are you moving? Will you NOT return to FWES for the 2023-24 school year?

So that we can best prepare with the teachers we will need next year, please notify Marcia Tracy-Dale if your student will NOT return to FWES for the 2023-24 school year.

Email her at: mtracy-dale@wcpss.net

Kindergarten Registration for 2023-24!

Kindergarten Registration 23-24

Kindergarten Registration- espanol- 23-24

FWES PTA Updates:

PTA May Newsletter is here!!

End Of Year Picnic is on May 24th, 6-8PM:

PTA General Body Meeting (Summer budget, elections)
Handbells concert
Family picnic!

Cultural arts performance:

Last week Bright Star Theatre Company took our students on a fun-filled journey through history to meet many famous women including Harriet Tubman, Susan B Anthony, Nellie Bly, Madam C.J. Walker, Amelia Earhart and Mae Jemison. The PTA was happy to bring in this cultural arts performance.

Friday, May 5

FWES PTA Appreciation Theme Days 2023

Next week at FWES……

IB Learner Profile - Knowledgeable

P2- Prudence

Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week at FWES!!!!! Please take time this week to show your appreciation to our incredIBle, hard working and caring staff at FWES. They all put their heart and soul into our school community and your students- show them you notice!

Monday, May 8

High 5! Share a list of 5 things you love about FWES Staff and High 5 them at school
7:45am Handbell Optional Rehearsal

Tuesday, May 9

You have us hooked on Books- send in a book for a teacher or make a recommendation
Early Release at 1:45pm
FWES PTA provides lunch for staff! Thank you!
Cary Chamber Honors FWES Teachers tonight at their Honor a Teacher Event!
- Anna Daley
- Kivany Finney
- Cara Musumeci
- Traci Quinn
- Kathryn Thompson

Wednesday, May 10

We would be “Muffin” without you! Send in a treat for staff or share a favorite recipe
Summer Remediation and Retest Opt In info due (3rd-5th only- info will go home on May 2nd)

Thursday, May 11

We want to shower you with love letters! Write a card/note or email of appreciation
7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Hands on Science

Friday, May 12

Thank you for helping us BLOOM! Send a flower or draw a flower for staff members
FWES Field Day!!
- 9:30-10:45am K/1st
- 11:15am-12:30pm 4th/5th
- 2:00-3:15pm 2nd/3rd
Reminders for ALL students and volunteers- Most events are OUTSIDE!!!
- Dress for the weather forecast!!!
- Wear tennis shoes
- Put on sunscreen at home
- Bring a water bottle
- Bring/wear a hat
- Be ready to have some fun!!!!

The following week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Knowledgeable

P2- Creativity

Monday, May 15

7:45am Optional Handbell Rehearsal

Tuesday, May 16

4:10pm Optional Handbell Rehearsal

Wednesday, May 17

5th Grade Talent Show Rehearsal- during specials

Thursday, May 18

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Kids Run Club and Kids Yoga Club
4:30pm Battle of the Books Competition- Inquiry Center

Friday, May 19

Field Day Rain Date
7:45am PTA Board Meeting- Inquiry Center- all welcome

FWES Friday Folder Updates:

Teacher and Staff Appreciation- May 8-12, 2023

To help make next week’s appreciation week the best it can be for all FWES staff- we ask that each family take time to recognize at least 2 FWES staff who have made a difference for their student this year. We will be sharing the entries with the respective staff as another layer of appreciation during the week.

Thank you for helping us #WCPSSThankATeacher! **WCPSS will be having an online contest for showing appreciation- that information will also be shared with families as soon as it is available!

EOG Information- Information is linked here for 3rd-5th grade families to review about the EOG testing, including links to sample tests and NCDPI sites with more information to review.

3rd-5th Grade Families ONLY- EOG Retest Opt In Opportunity- complete form by May 10th- Please respond at the links in the bottom of the letters linked below about your child’s possible participation in an EOG retest if they do not demonstrate proficiency on the EOG. Retesting is June 12 and 13 and once scores are returned, official information will be sent to families, but we need to know if you would want to participate ahead of time so we can plan for buses and cafeteria food:)

Please read the documents linked below and use the link at the bottom to respond. A paper copy was also sent home today with your student.

Información importante sobre las pruebas: lea y responda utilizando el enlace del documento.

Una copia en papel también fue enviada a casa con su estudiante hoy.

EOG Restesting Opt In Letter 2023

Nueva prueba Opt-In carta 2023

Student Support Services May Newsletter(Link is below)

FWES CASS Newsletter May 2023.docx

FWES End of Year Family Calendar of Events- Draft 2- a few minor updates!

WCPSS Family Survey- Wake County Family Survey has been shared with families via messenger. The information FWES collects from this anonymous process helps us identify strengths and needs is very helpful to our planning process. The Family survey runs through May 12, 2023. We need your help to ensure we hear from as many family voices as possible. We are sharing the link for the survey in this communication in hopes that you will take a few minutes to help us with this important work. If you have not yet done so, please complete this survey before May 12th. surveys.panoramaed.com/wakecounty/family.

Necesitamos sus comentarios.

Ayúdenos a hacer que la experiencia escolar de su hijo

sea tan positiva y beneficiosa como sea posible dando

respuestas honestas y meditadas a las preguntas en

nuestra encuesta familiar del 10 de abril al 12 de mayo.

Kindergarten Registration 23-24

We will have this survey accessible on one of our office computers until May 12th if you would prefer to do this at your next school visit.

Access Survey here:

Are you moving? Will you NOT return to FWES for the 2023-24 school year? So that we can best prepare with the teachers we will need next year, please notify Marcia Tracy-Dale if your student will NOT return to FWES for the 2023-24 school year.

Email her at: mtracy-dale@wcpss.net

Kindergarten Registration for 2023-24! Kindergarten registration for next year started on October, 2022. If you- or someone you know- has a child who will be 5 on or before August 31, 2023- please remind them to register for kindergarten as soon as possible. Schools need to know kindergartners who will be starting school so they can hire the kindergarten teachers needed. Last minute registrations create challenges in the school and larger class sizes- both things we want to avoid for incoming kindergartners! Thank you!

Kindergarten Registration- espanol- 23-24

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

Hook-a-book volunteers needed: Hook-a-book sign ups

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock

PTA May Newsletter is here!!

Teacher and Staff Appreciation week is next week!

Tuesday (May 9^th): "You have us hooked on BOOKS"
- Please send in a book or write down a book recommendation.
Wednesday (May 10^th): "We would be MUFFIN without you."
- Please send in a treat or piece of fruit for the staff or share your favorite recipe.
Thursday (May 11^th): "We want to shower you with love (letters)"
- Please send in a card or write a letter to our staff. You could also send an email!
- ***Thank you to Cary Chiropractic for offering mini massages to our staff in school today!***
Friday (May 12^th): "Thank you for helping us BLOOM."
- Bring in a flower/plant or draw a picture of a flower to brighten our staff’s day.

Save the date for End Of Year Picnic on May 24th

PTA General Body Meeting, Handbells concert, and new family picnic!

Congratulations to all 2022-2023 FWES Reflections Participants

2022-2023 FWES Reflections Celebration

Congratulations to Nayeli Percy : FWES National PTA Reflections Winner (Visual Arts Award of Excellence) Including a $200 Scholarship

"Different is Beautiful“

Check Out a Slide Show Highlighting all FWES Reflections Participants & Winners

Tuesday, May 2- EOG Retest Message for 3rd-5th Grade Families Only

Please read the documents linked below and use the link at the bottom to respond. A paper copy was also sent home today with your student.

Información importante sobre las pruebas: lea y responda utilizando el enlace del documento.

Una copia en papel también fue enviada a casa con su estudiante hoy.

EOG Restesting Opt In Letter 2023

Nueva prueba Opt-In carta 2023

Yours,

Winston Pierce, Principal

Friday, April 28

FWES CASS Newsletter May 2023.docx

Next week at FWES……

IB Learner Profile - Knowledgeable

P2- Zest/Enthusiasm

Saturday, April 29

Campus Clean Up 1-3pm- with support from Cary Rotary and High School Students!

Monday, May 1

National Principal’s Day

Tuesday, May 2

3rd-5th receive Summer Opt In info to retake EOG*** please review today!
4:30-7:00pm Conference Night with Interpreters

Wednesday, May 3

Cultural Arts Performance- Bright Star Theater
- 9:30 K-2; 10:30 3-5

Thursday, May 4

7:45am Handbells Rehearsal
8:00am Kids on the Run Club
8:00am FWES Reflections participant breakfast celebration

Friday, May 5

8:30am Walk to School Day- Kildaire Plaza
9:30am Kindergarten Letterland Parade- K families invited

The following week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Knowledgeable

P2- Prudence

Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week at FWES!!!!!

Monday, May 8

7:45am Handbell Optional Rehearsal

Tuesday, May 9

Early Release at 1:45pm
FWES PTA provides lunch for staff! Thank you!
Cary Chamber Honors FWES Teachers tonight at their Honor a Teacher Event!
- Anna Daley
- Kivany Finney
- Cara Musumeci
- Traci Quinn
- Kathryn Thompson

Wednesday, May 10

Summer Remediation and Retest Opt In info due (3rd-5th only- info will go home on May 2nd)

Thursday, May 11

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Hands on Science

Friday, May 12

FWES Field Day!!
- 9:30-10:45am K/1st
- 11:15am-12:30pm 4th/5th
- 2:00-3:15pm 2nd/3rd
Reminders for ALL students and volunteers- Most events are OUTSIDE!!!
- Wear tennis shoes
- Put on sunscreen at home
- Bring a water bottle
- Bring/wear a hat
- Be ready to have some fun!!!!

FWES Friday Folder Updates:

FWES in Forbes Magazine! If you did not yet see this article- we appreciate the recognition of our 20 years of IB/PYP accomplishments by Jim Clash, journalist for Forbes Magazine. He reached out to these globally minded individuals to send video messages to our school and school community on our 20^th birthday about the impact of our work on our students and their infinite future opportunities due to being a learner in an International Baccalaureate school (and a public school no less!).

Forbes Magazine- Cohen, Daltrey, Andretti, Brewer, Congratulate Farmington Woods School On 20 Years Of IB Excellence

These personalities' video messages are embedded in our 12 minutes of birthday greetings from many others in our local community and beyond who are connected to FWES that are being shared this week to celebrate our 20 years! You might recognize some familiar faces as you watch!

Happy Birthday Farmington Woods IB/PYP Magnet Elementary School! (video messages- 12 minutes)

Slide Deck about our sister IB/PYP school in Turkey for the poster making action project.

Teacher and Staff Appreciation- May 8-12, 2023

Thank you for helping us #WCPSSThankATeacher! **WCPSS will be having an online contest for showing appreciation- that information will also be shared with families as soon as it is available!

Student Support Services May Newsletter(Link is below)

FWES End of Year Family Calendar of Events- Draft 1!

Necesitamos sus comentarios.

Ayúdenos a hacer que la experiencia escolar de su hijo

sea tan positiva y beneficiosa como sea posible dando

respuestas honestas y meditadas a las preguntas en

nuestra encuesta familiar del 10 de abril al 12 de mayo.

PTA April Newsletter is here!!

We will have this survey accessible on one of our office computers until May 12th if you would prefer to do this at your next school visit.

Access Survey here:

FWES PTA Updates:

Campus Work Day on 4/29/23 1-3pm

Park at the back, meet in courtyard, and bring gloves and a bottle of water

Get Involved!

Hook-a-book volunteers needed: Hook-a-book sign ups

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock

Spring Book Fair (Shop here online till May 2) : Thank you for supporting the Inquiry Center!

Save the date for End Of Year Picnic (May 24th)!

What: PTA General Body Meeting, Handbells Concert. (More details coming soon!)

Friday, April 21

FWES End of Year Family Calendar of Events- Draft 1!

This week at FWES…..It's our Birthday Week!

IB Learner Profile - Thinker

P2-Perseverance

Administrative Assistant Appreciation Week! Thank you to Ms. Farr, Mrs. Tracy-Dale and Mrs. Fish in our office!

Happy 20th Birthday PYP at FWES this week!

Monday, April 24

First Grade Field Trip Agape Environmental Center (Daley and Waznak)

Tuesday, April 25

Student Led Conferences Night 4:30-7:00pm
PTA Book Fair Family Shop Night 5:00-8:00pm
FWES Magnet Recognition at WCPSS Board of Education Meeting 5:30pm- watch Mrs. Goodrum on WCPSS You Tube channel!

Wednesday, April 26

Thursday, April 27

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Battle of the Books
WCPSS Teacher of the Year Banquet to Honor Brittany Packer, FWES Teacher of the Year!

Friday, April 28

Birthday Celebration Day at FWES!!!
- Birthday T-Shirts and Stickers for Everyone (thanks FWES PTA)
- Classroom Action Project to support PYP School in Turkey impacted by earthquakes
- Birthday Celebration during lunch in Cafeteria (no visitors for lunch today)

Saturday, April 29

Campus Clean Up 1-3pm in Courtyard!

The following week at FWES….

IB Learner Profile - Knowledgeable

P2- Zest/Enthusiasm

Monday, May 1

National Principal’s Day

Tuesday, May 2

4:30-7:00pm Conference Night with Interpreters

Wednesday, May 3

Cultural Arts Performance- Bright Star Theater
- 9:30 K-2; 10:30 3-5

Thursday, May 4

7:45am Handbells Rehearsal
8:00am Kids on the Run Club
8:00am FWES Reflections participant breakfast celebration

Friday, May 5

8:30am Walk to School Day- Kildaire Plaza
9:30am Kindergarten Letterland Parade- K families invited

FWES Friday Folder Updates:

Administrative Assistant Appreciation Week! Our front office staff are essential to the running of our school each day. Attendance, money collection, staff payroll, sick students/injuries, medication administration, phones, intercom and everything else in between keep them busy from start to finish each day! Please take time this week to show your appreciation for Ms. Farr, Mrs. Fish and Mrs. Tracy-Dale as they are an incredible team!

National Magnet Recognition for FWES! It was my honor to represent FWES this week at the National Magnet Schools of America conference and receive two national recognitions:

National Certified Magnet School- there are only 163 certified magnet schools in the US and we were one of the first and just completed the process again and are thrilled to remain a certified magnet school!
National Merit Award School of Excellence- Annual the merit awards are given to magnet schools for not only the success of their magnet theme but their commitment to student achievement and diversity.

These recognitions would not be possible without the tireless work and commitment of our amazing staff and the leadership of Anna Goodrum, magnet coordinator. Please take time this week to show your appreciation to each person in our building for what they do to support the success of our students and our school!

Birthday Week Activities! As we cross a significant milestone of being an IB/PYP authorized school, we wanted to create a celebration week that engages students in activities that help them reflect on the unique and amazing things we do because we are IB/PYP- including our big event on Friday in taking action to make the world a better place! Thank you to the FWES PTA

Show FWES Spirit by wearing an FWES Shirt M-Th! PTA will provide EVERY student and staff member with a birthday FWES shirt to wear on Friday of this week to celebrate!
Take Action at Home! Being an IB world school reminds us all to find ways to make the world a better place. We’d love to see our students and families taking action outside of the school day- record your action (and photos if you have them) here: FWES Takes Action
School Activities
- Birthday Decorations- Our halls will be decorated all week with birthday themed decorations to make sure we all feel the significance of our celebration
  - Check out our collaborative mural by our students with Mrs. Smith to commemorate 20 years…. It is stunning!
- Birthday Bingo- All classrooms have a bingo board of 20th Birthday activities to complete throughout the week together.
- FWES Takes Action- We have a sister PYP school in Turkey whose community was almost at the epicenter and devastated by the recent earthquakes. In communicating with the school’s PYP coordinator, they are in need of things that lift up their community by showing that others care and know of their struggles.
  - On Friday- Every homeroom will complete a brief lesson on earthquakes and the results of this natural disaster on the community. They will then create a poster that shows caring and support for the school community. These posters will be laminated and then mailed to the school to hang throughout their halls to show support from across the globe.
  - During a team meeting this week- each teacher will then also create small poster messages of support for their colleagues at the school that will also be mailed.
- Oso delivers treats at lunch Friday! No birthday celebration is complete without a treat- and while we don’t allow treats for individual birthdays we decided 20 years of success deserved some treats. Oso, our bear mascot, will be delivering them throughout the lunch block on Friday! Sorry, but due to the energy likely in the cafeteria on Friday- and the need to keep all students in the cafeteria to celebrate together, no visitors will be allowed for lunch this Friday- thank you for your cooperation!

Field Day Volunteers Needed with Mr. Eller: https://forms.gle/ejxDtEA6JeNhcjwF7

We are hoping to get as many as fifty parent volunteers for each grade level's field day. Join us for a day of fun activities.

Best Wishes to Mrs. Sinclair, FWES counselor! Mrs. Sinclair has made the difficult decision to leave FWES and pursue another career path. We appreciate all she has done to serve our school in her role and wish her well on her new endeavor. Her last day will be Tuesday, May 9th. If you need anything from her before then, please reach out and she will be happy to assist. Mrs. Naftel will be available to support all students and families for the last month of the year.

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Ayúdenos a hacer que la experiencia escolar de su hijo

sea tan positiva y beneficiosa como sea posible dando

respuestas honestas y meditadas a las preguntas en

nuestra encuesta familiar del 10 de abril al 12 de mayo.

PTA April Newsletter is here!!

We will have this survey accessible on one of our office computers until May 12th if you would prefer to do this at your next school visit.

Access Survey here:

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

IB/PYP Birthday celebration at school needs volunteers: PYP Birthday celebration sign up
Hook-a-book volunteers needed: Hook-a-book sign ups

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock

Campus Clean Up Day- Saturday, April 29th from 1-3pm with volunteers from high schools and Cary Rotary- come out to help get LOTS done in our garden!

Spring Book Fair is Ongoing - Inquiry Center gets 25%!!

Please note there will be no class viewing/buying times this year - only family buying times.
- April 25: 5-7:30PM
Online store (April 19 - May 5): https://www.scholastic.com/bf/farmingtonwoodselemschool

Yearbooks:

LIMITED Yearbooks available (Pre-orders required): https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1121660/Farmington-Woods-Elementary-School/

We have a few past yearbooks available if anyone is interested. Please contact Lauri (yearbook@fwespta.org) if interested.

Friday, April 14

This week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Thinker

P2- Humor

FWES PTA Spring Book Fair Begins! Volunteers still needed to assist!

Monday, April 17

First Grade Field Trip Agape Environmental Center (Long, Cambridge, Hennigan, and Clark)

Tuesday, April 18

2nd Grade Trip to Durham Museum of Life and Science

Wednesday, April 19

Thursday, April 20

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Hands on Science Club
3rd Quarter Report Cards go Home
5th Grade Talent Show Registration Forms Due TODAY!
Conference window Evening Event- 4:30-7:00pm
PTA Spring Book Fair- Family Shop- 5:00-8:00pm (Note- shopping does not begin until 5:00pm; some conferences may be at 4:30pm but the book fair will open at 5:00pm and shopping families must remain outside until 5:00pm)

Friday, April 21

Teacher Workday- No School for Students
PTA Spring Book Fair- Family Shop- 9:00am-12:00pm (school access will be limited to the Inquiry Center and teachers will not be available due to required trainings)

The following week at FWES….

IB Learner Profile - Thinker

P2-Perseverance

Administrative Assistant Appreciation Week! Thank you to Ms. Farr, Mrs. Tracy-Dale and Mrs. Fish in our office!

Happy 20th Birthday PYP at FWES this week!

Monday, April 24

First Grade Field Trip Agape Environmental Center (Daley and Waznak)

Tuesday, April 25

Student Led Conferences Night 4:30-7:00pm
PTA Book Fair Family Shop Night 5:00-8:00pm

Wednesday, April 26

Thursday, April 27

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Battle of the Books
WCPSS Teacher of the Year Banquet to Honor Brittany Packer, FWES Teacher of the Year!

Friday, April 28

Birthday Celebration Day at FWES!!!
- Birthday T-Shirts and Stickers for Everyone (thanks FWES PTA)
- Classroom Action Project to support PYP School in Turkey impacted by earthquakes
- Birthday Celebration during lunch in Cafeteria (no visitors for lunch today)

FWES Friday Folder Updates:

Staffing Updates for Families:

Welcome New Nurse- Beth Lilliston elilliston@wcpss.net. Mrs. Knox is now serving our region as a nurse supervisor.
Welcome Lisa Cruz and Enola Grice (welcome back) to help serve in Mrs. Plotkin’s vacant position for the 4th Quarter!
- Lisa Cruz- Retired elementary principal and former special education teacher will be on campus M, T and Th each week.
- Enola Grice- FWES Retired Media Specialist will be on campus M and W each week.
- Thanks for welcoming these ladies to FWES- we are appreciative of their help!

5th Grade Talent Show- 5th Grade Talent show is an annual event that is exciting for our 5th graders. Please be sure to note and meet all the required deadlines if your student is hoping to audition.

Talent Show Registration Form is due by April 20th.

Field Day Volunteers Needed with Mr. Eller: https://forms.gle/ejxDtEA6JeNhcjwF7

We are hoping to get as many as fifty parent volunteers for each grade level's field day. Join us for a day of fun activities.

Necesitamos sus comentarios.

Ayúdenos a hacer que la experiencia escolar de su hijo

sea tan positiva y beneficiosa como sea posible dando

respuestas honestas y meditadas a las preguntas en

nuestra encuesta familiar del 10 de abril al 12 de mayo.

April student services newsletter

We will have this survey accessible on one of our office computers until May 12th if you would prefer to do this at your next school visit.

Access Survey here:

Linking to Learning Sessions Spring 2023/Conexión a Sesiones de Aprendizaje- Use Sign Up Genius/ to register to attend and learn more about conceptual math and Canvas learning management system beginning in 2023-24/La serie del semestre de primavera contará con la oportunidad de aprender más sobre matemáticas conceptuales, cómo usar el sistema de aprendizaje Canvas y cómo apoyar este aprendizaje en casa.

FWES End of Year Family Calendar of Events- Draft 1!

FWES PTA Updates:

PTA April Newsletter- hard copies are in Friday Folders, too.

Get Involved!

Sign up to help with Spring Book Fair: Book fair volunteer sign up
- Help Needed April 20th and 25th 5:00-8:00pm and April 21st (workday) 9:00am-12:00pm
PYP 20th Birthday celebration needs volunteers: PYP Birthday celebration sign up
- Help Needed Sunday, April 23rd to Chalk the Walk and Friday, April 28th to help with cupcakes and Oso the bear mascot in the cafeteria 11:00am-1:30pm
Hook-a-book volunteers needed: Hook-a-book sign ups

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock

Spring Book Fair is Coming, CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS!!

Please note there will be no class viewing/buying times this year - only family buying times.

We need your help! Book fair volunteer sign up

Online store to shop online: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/farmingtonwoodselemschool

Thursday, March 30th

Happy Spring Break!!! Students return on April 10th.

The Next week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Thinker

P2- Optimism

Monday, April 10

Welcome back! Quarter 4 of the year begins!

Tuesday, April 11

9:30am 3rd Grade Trip to NC Arboretum (Crow, Dula, Flanigan)

Wednesday, April 12

9:30am 3rd Grade Trip to NC Arboretum (Thompson, Quinn, Williams)
4th to Blue Diamond Gemstone (Musumeci and Packer)

Thursday, April 13

4th to Blue Diamond Gemstone (Pusateri and Bell)

Friday, April 14

Kindergarten Trip to Museum of Life and Science
7:45am FWES PTA Board Meeting- FWES Inquiry Center
9:30am 5th Grade Career Fair

Saturday, April 15

WCPSS Job Fair- Knightdale High School; Join our team!

The Next week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Thinker

P2- Humor

FWES PTA Spring Book Fair Begins!

Monday, April 17

First Grade Field Trip Agape Environmental Center

Tuesday, April 18

2nd Grade Trip to Durham Museum of Life and Science

Wednesday, April 19

2nd Grade Trip to Durham Museum of Life and Science

Thursday, April 20

3rd Quarter Report Cards go Home
Conference window Evening Event- 4:30-7:00pm
PTA Spring Book Fair- Family Shop- 5:00-8:00pm (Note- shopping does not begin until 5:00pm; some conferences may be at 4:30pm but the book fair will open at 5:00pm)

Friday, April 21

Teacher Workday- No School for Students

Friday, March 24

Spring Spirit Week- March 27-30!!

The Next week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Reflective

P2- Humility

Monday, March 27

SPORT your favorite team or workout wear!

Tuesday, March 28

Dress in your favorite DECADE wear!

Wednesday, March 29

Favorite COLOR day- wear your favorite color from head to toe!

Thursday, March 30

BEACH DAY- rock your best beach style (no swimsuits please)
End of Quarter 3

Friday, March 31

Teacher Workday- No School for Students

March 31-April 9, 2023 Spring Break- No School for Students

FWES Updates:

Congratulations to our 5th Graders! We saw how our 5^th graders (whether they started here in K or just joined us this year) embrace and demonstrate all attributes of the Learner Profile as they chose serious global topics, researched and found a way to take action to make a difference. We saw them all being inquirers, thinkers, caring, open minded, knowledgeable and reflective in their academic achievements of the Exhibition work. In addition as presenters we saw them be communicators, principled, risk takers and balanced. We also saw how they have grown from young learners learning about the world in steps beyond their egocentric view to embrace perspectives from across the globe!

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

Hook-a-book volunteers needed: Hook-a-book sign ups

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock
Order yearbooks (Order by April 1 - only way for a guaranteed yearbook): https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1121660/Farmington-Woods-Elementary-School/

Lost and Found

Our Lost and Found is full again - please have your student check for missing items NOW as much will be purged after Spring Break.

Spring Book Fair is Coming!!

More information here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Iu-CvlS_29bB9RIMjT9tPB3ZebwLNzob/view?usp=sharing

Past Yearbooks:

We have a few past yearbooks available if anyone is interested. Please contact Lauri (yearbook@fwespta.org) if interested.

Friday, March 17 Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Next Week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Reflective

P2- Forgiveness

Saturday, March 18th- Campus Clean Up 1-3pm

Sunday, March 19th- Last Day to order PTA Spring Spirit Wear

Single Subject Acceleration Test Request Week

Monday, March 20

International Happiness Day!

Tuesday, March 21

Wednesday, March 22

Thursday, March 23

7:45am Handbells Rehearsal
8:00am Battle of the Books
2nd Grade Field Trip to IMAX
PYP Exhibition Night! All families invited to attend presentations.
- 5:30pm 5th Graders due at FWES to prepare- families can remain outside or join in cafe with school counselors
- 5:30-6:00pm School Counselors Available in Cafe for Middle School Registration Info and Questions
- 6:00pm Doors Open for 5th Grade Families and Guests to move to Presentation Rooms
- 6:10-7:45pm Presentations Ongoing in all Presentation Rooms

Friday, March 24

Early Release at 1:45pm
Kindergarten Collaboration Rotation with Specialists in AM
College Shirt Day!
ALL Single Subject Acceleration (SSA) request for testing due by 4:00pm TODAY

Spring Spirit Week- March 27-30!! Preview to Start preparing:)

The Next week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Reflective

P2- Humility

Monday, March 27

SPORT your favorite team or workout wear!

Tuesday, March 28

Dress in your favorite DECADE wear!

Wednesday, March 29

Favorite COLOR day- wear your favorite color from head to toe!

Thursday, March 30

BEACH DAY- rock your best beach style (no swimsuits please)
End of Quarter 3

Friday, March 31

Teacher Workday- No School for Students

March 31-April 9, 2023 Spring Break- No School for Students

FWES Updates:

Single Subject Acceleration (SSA) Requests for 2023-24: Please review the overview linked here, along with the required documents and timelines.

WCPSS Deadline to request testing for traditional calendar schools is Friday, March 24th at 4:00pm. No late requests will be accepted.

Middle School Presentation from March 14 & 16th ←-click on the link to view slides

To register for Middle School at home

Find your elective choices listed by school by clicking here (electives choices vary by school). The electives you see for your middle school is what will be offered next year. It may be a good idea to write your elective choices down to make it easier to select courses in Powerschool.

Your child(ren) will need to login to their Wake ID account
Click on Homebase (NC EdCloud) then click on Powerschools
Click here for written directions (in english and spanish) that provide step by step directions on registering for electives.

Questions? Email Mrs. Sinclair esinclair@wcpss.net or Mrs. Naftel at snaftel@wcpss.net

FWES Dismissal Reminders:

All Dismissal Changes MUST be in writing: To maintain the safety of all students any changes in how your child will go home in the afternoon must be in writing.
- Handwritten notes to the teacher are the safest option- because if a teacher is absent, information sent to their email or through Talking Points will not be received. Handwritten notes can be given to a substitute- emailed info cannot.
Walkers must have parent waiting at 3:40pm: Please remember that walkers are dismissed at 3:40pm and it is the expectation that walkers who are meeting an adult (who do not have permission to walk alone) will have an adult ready at the front entrance by 3:40pm. Parents who are regularly late to pick up walkers may be required to use the carpool line for pick up due to the challenges that having to ring the doorbell and sign out has for the other dismissal processes that are still occurring from 3:45-4:30pm.
Carpool ends at 4:10pm: If you are using carpool to pick up your child, please be reminded that you need to be at school to get your child by 4:10pm each day. Thank you for making sure you plan for timing accordingly!

FWES PTA Updates:

Campus work day this Saturday, Mar 18, 1-3pm

Wear gloves and bring tools for removing weeds both large and small. Meet in the bus loop parking area as we are primarily working around the cafeteria and art room.

Get Involved!

Spirit Wear Sale ends on March 19th: https://www.fwespta.org/spirit-wear

Hook-a-book volunteers needed: Hook-a-book sign ups

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock
Order yearbooks (Order by April 1 - only way for a guaranteed yearbook): https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1121660/Farmington-Woods-Elementary-School/

Friday, March 10

PTA MARCH NEWSLETTER IS HERE!

World Dance is TONIGHT! If you did not RSVP- there will be 100 wristbands at the door for entry- there is no fee but the wristbands maintain fire code regulations regarding the # of people in the cafeteria:)

ALL ACCESS is through the Playground Side of the Campus- NOT the front doors.

5:30pm- Food Trucks start serving and Outdoor Games and Activities are available

6:00pm- Cafe doors open for music, dancing and culture sharing until 8:00pm

**Adults MUST accompany students to the World Dance.

Social Worker Appreciation week- Thank you Mr. Clowers! We missed it last week and are so sorry- please share your appreciation for Mr. Clowers and the support he provides our school community as our social worker!

Next Week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Reflective

P2- Being Present and Giving Others My Attention

Monday, March 13

Tuesday, March 14

6:00pm 5th Grade Middle School Registration Virtual Info Session with FWES Counselors

Wednesday, March 15

Thursday, March 16

7:35am SIT Meeting
7:45am Handbells
8:00am Kids Run Club and Yoga Club
6:00pm Sesión de información virtual de registro de la escuela intermedia de 5to grado - en español

Friday, March 17

7:45am PTA Board Meeting- Inquiry Center
10:00am 4th Grade Event for 4th Grade Families at FWES

Saturday, March 18

Campus Clean Up Event 1-3pm

Sunday, March 19

Last Day to Place Spring Spirit Wear Orders

The Next Week preview……

IB Learner Profile - Reflective

P2- Forgiveness

Single Subject Acceleration Test Request Week

Monday, March 20

International Happiness Day!

Tuesday, March 21

Wednesday, March 22

Thursday, March 23

2nd Grade Field Trip to IMAX
PYP Exhibition Night! All families are invited to attend presentations.
- 5:30pm 5th Graders due at FWES to prepare- families can remain outside or join in cafe with school counselors
- 5:30-6:00pm School Counselors Available in Cafe for Middle School Registration Info and Questions
- 6:00pm Doors Open for 5th Grade Families and Guests to move to Presentation Rooms
- 6:10-7:45pm Presentations Ongoing in all Presentation Rooms

Friday, March 24

Early Release at 1:45pm
2nd Grade Collaboration Rotation with Specialists in AM
College Shirt Day!
ALL Single Subject Acceleration (SSA) request for testing due by 4:00pm TODAY

Spring Spirit Week- March 27-30!! Preview to Start preparing:)

FWES Updates:

Single Subject Acceleration (SSA) Requests for 2023-24: Please review the overview linked here, along with the required documents and timelines.

WCPSS Deadline to request testing for traditional calendar schools is Friday, March 24th at 4:00pm. No late requests will be accepted.

Rising 6th Grade Registration Info

-Find your elective choices listed by school by clicking here (elective choices vary by school). The electives you see for your middle school is what will be offered next year. It may be a good idea to write your elective choices down to make it easier to select courses in Powerschool.
-Your child(ren) will need to login to their Wake ID account
-Click on Homebase (NC EdCloud) then click on Powerschools
-Click here for written directions (in english and spanish) that provide step by step directions on registering for electives.

Questions? Email Mrs. Sinclair esinclair@wcpss.net or Mrs. Naftel at snaftel@wcpss.net

Counselors will be sharing important information regarding transition to Middle on Tuesday, Mar 14, 2023 & Thursday Mar 16, 2023. These presentations will be virtual through Google Meet. Please contact Ms. Sinclair or Mrs. Naftel if you have questions about this event! (esinclair@wcpss.net or snaftel@wcpss.net )

5th Grade Exhibition

All students in their last year of the IB PYP showcase their growth and learning as an IB Learner through an Exhibition. Our 5th graders, with the guidance of their teachers and volunteer mentors, have been working on their Exhibition since late fall. As part of the process, students select a globally significant issue that they research and then present their findings- including the action they decide can make a difference for the issue they selected.

As groups are finalizing their work to present to an audience on Exhibition Night 2023, they are also finalizing their action projects. Some action projects will be shared via Friday Folder to inform the larger community- and ask for support.

FWES Exhibition is Thursday, March 23rd (details on specific times will be shared next week)

Homelessness/Loss of Family Due to War Food Drive March 6-23, 2023

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

Spirit Wear Sale: https://www.fwespta.org/spirit-wear
Hook-a-book volunteers needed: Hook-a-book sign ups

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock
Order yearbooks (By April 1st) https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/ybAdDesigner/1121660/-/2022080909175794759/CATALOG_SHOP/

PTA Board needs you next year!

The PTA is looking for volunteers that may be interested in serving on the PTA Board next year! If you’re interested, please fill the letter of interest and email to nominations@fwespta.org by March 15th. Descriptions of positions can be found here.

Spirit Wear Sale: Orders due March 19th!

Order Link

Friday, March 3

Mrs. Pierce's Video Message

Next week at FWES

IB Learner Profile - Reflective

P2- Being Present and Giving Others My Attention

Monday, March 6

Spring PTA Spirit Wear Sale Begins

Tuesday, March 7

Teacher Workday- No School for Students

Wednesday, March 8

6:00pm "Descifrando la ciencia de la lectura en la escuala primaria"

Thursday, March 9

5th Grade Exhibition Panel Review

Friday, March 10

5th Grade Exhibition Panel Review
FWES PTA World Dance Event 6:00-8:00pm! https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/worlddance

The following week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Reflective

P2- Being Present and Giving Others My Attention

Monday, March 13

Tuesday, March 14

6:00pm 5th Grade Middle School Registration Virtual Info Session with FWES Counselors

Wednesday, March 15

Thursday, March 16

7:35am SIT Meeting
7:45am Handbells
8:00am Kids Run Club and Yoga Club
6:00pm Sesión de información virtual de registro de la escuela intermedia de 5to grado - en español

Friday, March 17

7:45am PTA Board Meeting- Inquiry Center
10:00am 4th Grade Event for 4th Grade Families at FWES

Saturday, March 18

Campus Clean Up Event 1-3pm

FWES Updates:

**Items that did not make the video message:)

Art to Remember Orders due by MONDAY, March 6th!!!! Search by your child's name (may need to try variations of your child's name to match:)

Yearbook Orders Due April 1- Order Here: http://Jostens.com

Staffing Update: We are so proud of Elizabeth Plotkin, Instructional Facilitator at FWES, as she will be leaving FWES to become an assistant principal. Mrs. Plotkin has been part of the FWES family for 7 years and began her work with us as a part time assistant principal (funding did not allow that position to continue but we are so happy Mrs. Plotkin continued at FWES anyway). She will join a former FWES Teacher- now principal, Catherine Shearin, at Highcroft Elementary School on March 31, 2023. Please join us in wishing Mrs. Plotkin well as she continues to share her leadership talents in a school!

Cary Chamber of Commerce Honor a Teacher finalists for Teaching Excellence at FWES

Thank you for taking time to nominate our amazing staff for their teaching excellence. I was notified this week that the following teachers are the 5 finalists from FWES who will be recognized and a final winner selected at the Chamber event on May 9, 2023.

Congratulations to….

Anna Daley

Kivany Finney

Cara Musumeci

Traci Quinn

Kathryn Thompson

5th Grade Families- Middle School Registration Virtual Information Sessions

March 14th 6:00pm- English

16 de marzo a las 6:00 p. m. con intérprete de español

Single Subject Acceleration (SSA) Requests for 2023-24: Please review the overview linked here, along with the required documents and timelines.

WCPSS Deadline to request testing for traditional calendar schools is Friday, March 24th at 4:00pm. No late requests will be accepted.

Classroom Snack Donations- Reminder: Please only send in the items listed below to your teacher for donations to classroom snack needs. This week cookies and chips were brought by students and we are asking for your cooperation to align with Board Policy 6140.

Cereal Bars
Pouch Applesauce (no spoons needed)
Raisins
Granola Bars
Pretzels

5th Grade Exhibition

FWES Exhibition is Thursday, March 23rd (details on specific times will be shared next week)

Homelessness/Loss of Family Due to War Food Drive March 6-23, 2023

State PTA Reflections Winners from FWES! We are excited to share that three FWES students have won recognition at the state level for their creative pieces submitted to the NC PTA Reflections contest. The 1st place winner’s work will move on to compete at the national level!

NCPTA Announces 2022 - 2023 Reflections Contest Winners

This year, over 400 students from 47 Wake County schools participated in the Reflections contest. We are proud of each of the 15 FWES students who submitted work to the contest!

Five FWES students competed at the state level. Congratulations to the following students who placed and to the first place winners who will be moving on to the National level of competition!

MUSIC COMPOSITION (click here to hear the original composition)

Primary (K-2nd Grade)

3rd Place-Niamh Romero, Farmington Woods Elementary, Cary

Title: Invisible Voice

Artist Statement: I composed this song because at school we read a book called Invisible Boy. I loved that book so I called my song Invisible Voice. I liked the book as the boy feels no one can see him but when a new boy comes to class, he is kind to him when the rest of the class makes fun of the new boy. I feel that this song is very generous and kind and a little bit sad because the invisible boy feels a little sad. I feel happy when I play my songs on my keyboard.

SPECIAL ARTIST WINNERS

Outstanding Interpretation

Ayoub Abaraouz, Farmington Woods Elementary, Cary

Title: Me

Artist Statement: See me happy.

VISUAL ARTS

Intermediate (3rd-5th)

1st Place-Nayeli Percy, Farmington Woods Elementary, Cary

Title: Different is Beautiful

Artist Statement: Some people think that being different means they are weird in a bad way, but I believe that everyone is different and that is beautiful. I recorded myself saying “Different is beautiful” and created the sound wave out of clay to “show my voice”. I was inspired by a conversation that I had with my mom about how my friends’ personalities remind me of different colors because they are all so unique and that is what I love about them.

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

World Dance Volunteers needed: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c094aacac2fa5fbc07-world#/
Spirit Wear Sale: https://www.fwespta.org/spirit-wear
Hook-a-book volunteers needed: Hook-a-book sign ups

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock
Order yearbooks (By April 1st) https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/ybAdDesigner/1121660/-/2022080909175794759/CATALOG_SHOP/

PTA MARCH NEWSLETTER IS HERE!

World Dance is coming up (https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/worlddance)

We can’t have this event without your help - WE NEED LOTS OF VOLUNTEERS! SIGN UP HERE!

Limited Entry (capped at 300), RSVP Here: http://evite.me/UMVr8fq3cy
Flyer: http://bit.ly/3YjKIHE

PTA Board needs you next year!

Spirit Wear Sale: Orders due March 19th!

Order Link

Friday, February 24

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1X6FsouBKHWRC_IA58yKO1NbVn6v-mtde/view?usp=sharing

Next week at FWES

IB Learner Profile - Communicator

P2- Teamwork

Monday, February 27

Tuesday, February 28

Spring Individual and Group Photos
Spirit Night at Crossroads Moe’s Southwestern Grill.

Wednesday, March 1

Thursday, March 2

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Kids on the Run Club
Cultural Arts- Dave McDonald- “Kids Make Comics!” 9:30am K-2; 10:30 3-5
SSA Info Session with Mrs. Rowe 6:00pm Virtual Meeting

Friday, March 3

Q3 Interim Reports Home (mid-point Q3)
8:30am Walk to School Day
SSA Info Session with Mrs. Rowe 12:00pm Virtual Meeting

The following week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Reflective

P2- Being Present and Giving Others My Attention

Monday, March 6

Spring PTA Spirit Wear Sale Begins

Tuesday, March 7

Teacher Workday- No School for Students

Wednesday, March 8

Thursday, March 9

5th Grade Exhibition Panel Review

Friday, March 10

5th Grade Exhibition Panel Review
FWES PTA World Dance Event 6:00-8:00pm! https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/worlddance

FWES Updates:

Career Day Apr 14, 2023 9:30-10:30am in the Cafeteria

FWES Counseling Department is hosting its Annual Career Fair in April and the counselors would love to partner with parents and guardians to expose students to a variety of careers in order to jumpstart their thinking about the future. If you are interested in volunteering please click on the link below and either Ms. Sinclair or Mrs. Naftel will reach out to you to provide you with more information and next steps. After polling the 5th grade class, the top requests from our students are to hear from volunteers with experience in the following career fields:

Single Subject Acceleration (SSA) Requests for 2023-24: Please review the overview linked here, along with the required documents and timelines. Mrs. Rowe will hold virtual parent meetings on March 2nd at 6:00pm or March 3rd 12:00pm to share more information and answer your questions.

WCPSS Deadline to request testing for traditional calendar schools is Friday, March 24th at 4:00pm. No late requests will be accepted.

Snacks During School Day: A reminder to families that students are given time each day to eat a snack while at school. On most days, snack is done while students are also working on instructional activities. Families are asked and reminded to send a snack with your student each day. We are aware that some days a snack may be forgotten and teachers will try to have extra snacks available, but they are not guaranteed to be available. It is the family responsibility to send a daily snack for their student.

If you want to help provide extra snacks to your child’s classroom for forgotten snacks, we ask that you use the list of items below to send in to the teacher. The school and teachers ask that extra snacks should match our healthy snack guidelines:

Cereal Bars
Pouch Applesauce (no spoons needed)
Raisins
Granola Bars
Pretzels

Please do not send chips, cookies and other items that do not support mid-day nutritional needs of our students as they do not meet the during the school day nutritional requirements of WCPSS Board Policy 6140 (Section C-3 that requires all snack items available during the day to students- which would include shared snacks in classrooms- comply with smart snack guidelines). We will not be allowed to share these items with students during snack time and will return them to families.

WCPSS Dress Code Reminders:

Please review the information from WCPSS Policy 4316 related to student dress code and in particular the section related to head coverings:

g) Head coverings (including hats, hoods, sweat bands, and bandanas) are generally prohibited in the school building. However, students may wear head coverings in the school building as an expression of sincerely held religious belief (e.g., hijabs or yarmulkes) or cultural expression (e.g., geles) or to reasonably accommodate medical or disability-related issues (e.g., protective helmets).

Thank you for helping support this policy for your student each day- especially as it relates to wearing hats, hoods, sweat bands and bandanas in the building. Teachers and administrators will provide students with gentle reminders when the policy is not being followed and your partnership is appreciated. Hats, hoods and sweatbands are welcome when students are outside the building, as indicated in the policy.

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

Picture Day volunteers needed: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F4EAAAB2AA6FE3-spring
World Dance Volunteers needed: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c094aacac2fa5fbc07-world#/
Hook-a-book volunteers needed: Hook-a-book sign ups

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock
Order yearbooks: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/ybAdDesigner/1121660/-/2022080909175794759/CATALOG_SHOP/

Spirit Night on February 28, 5-8PM @Crossroards Moe’s Southwestern Grill

World Dance is coming up (https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/worlddance)

Limited entry due to Fire Code, Please RSVP Here: http://evite.me/UMVr8fq3cy

PTA Board needs you next year!

Campus Work Day This Weekend (Rescheduled to Sunday, February 26, 1-3pm due to weather)

We will be starting in the bus loop parking area with cutting away plants that don't belong, picking up sticks, and refreshing the pots in front of the school. Some courtyard jobs will include weeding, planting a small bush, and repairing a portion of the amphitheater hill that's missing some dirt. If there's a good turnout we will tackle the overgrown hill by the art classroom as Mrs. Smith's classroom window has been obstructed by weeds and vines for a while now.

Bring gloves, tools, and a water bottle. No bathroom access will be available.

garden

Friday, February 17 (sent Monday, February 20th)

(Lgomezdelcampo@wcpss.net)

Next week at FWES

IB Learner Profile - Communicator

P2- Social Intelligence

Monday, February 20

President’s Day- No School for Students

Tuesday, February 21

Wednesday, February 22

Thursday, February 23- 2-23-23 Day!

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Battle of the Books

Friday, February 24

College Shirt Day!

Saturday, February 25

FWES Campus Clean Up 1-3pm

The following week at FWES:

IB Learner Profile - Communicator

P2- Teamwork

Monday, February 27

Tuesday, February 28

Spring Individual and Group Photos

Wednesday, March 1

Thursday, March 2

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Kids on the Run Club
Cultural Arts- Dave McDonald- “Kids Make Comics!” 9:30am K-2; 10:30 3-5

Friday, March 3

Q3 Interim Reports Home (mid-point Q3)
8:30am Walk to School Day

FWES Updates:

Safety Support Needed: Only Use Parking Spots in Lower Lot: If you are coming to FWES to pick up your child as a “Walker” but you drive to the campus; you MUST park in a parking spot in the lower lot and walk to meet your student. Student safety is our first priority and as there is no supervision or crosswalk available to the lower lot, it is not safe for your child or other students when families do not park in designated spaces.
- Students are dismissed at 3:40pm and families should be ready to meet them on the sidewalk at that time- not waiting in the parking lot.
- Students who have permission to leave campus and walk without an adult will be required to remain on the sidewalk and walk to the crossing guard- and not allowed to enter the parking lot to meet a parent.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping all students and pedestrians at FWES safe at dismissal each day!

Pre K Application for WCPSS Pre School Programs: The Wake Pre-Kindergarten application is open for the 2023-24 school year. Paper applications are available in our front office, or you may apply online here. These programs are for children who will be 4 years old by Aug. 31, 2023. Please submit your application by Friday, June 16 if you are interested.
- If you need assistance with you completing your application, please see the support sessions available:

Wake County Public School System

Every Tuesday, 1 to 4 p.m., through June 13

Crossroads 2/110 Corning Road, Cary

Contact: Varenka GomezdelCampo

Wake County Smart Start

Every Thursday, 1 to 4 p.m., year-round (support for other applications as well)

4901 Waters Edge Drive, #101, Raleigh

Contact: Ana Gallo (agallo@wakesmartstart.org)

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

Picture Day volunteers needed: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080F4EAAAB2AA6FE3-spring
World Dance Requests: https://forms.gle/wi7CaRLNaChsj1LTA
Hook-a-book volunteers needed: Hook-a-book sign ups

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock
Order yearbooks: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/ybAdDesigner/1121660/-/2022080909175794759/CATALOG_SHOP/

World Dance is coming up (https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/worlddance)

Save the date: March 10th, 6-8PM, Cafeteria
RSVP Here: http://evite.me/UMVr8fq3cy

Friday, February 10

(Lgomezdelcampo@wcpss.net)

*Note- Mrs. Pierce will be out of the building until Tuesday, February 21st and will not be checking email. Emails will be returned the week of February 21st. Please reach out the front office staff if there is something they can assist you with in my absence. Thank you!

Next Week at FWES…..

IB Learner Profile - Communicator

P2- Love

Love the Bus Week- Although a challenging year, we show love to our bus drivers this week for all they do with the shortages, driving multiple routes, working very long hours to get students home and more! Thank your Bus Driver at FWES this week!

Monday, February 13

Tuesday, February 14

Happy Valentine’s Day! We love our FWES Family!

Wednesday, February 15

Thursday, February 16

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Run Club and Yoga Club

Friday, February 17

Cary Chamber Honor a Teacher Nomination 2023 due TODAY by 5pm

The following week at FWES…..

IB Learner Profile - Communicator

P2- Social Intelligence

Monday, February 20

President’s Day- No School for Students

Tuesday, February 21

Wednesday, February 22

Thursday, February 23- 2-23-23 Day!

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Battle of the Books

Friday, February 24

College Shirt Day!

Saturday, February 25

FWES Campus Clean Up 1-3pm

FWES Updates:

Q2 Report Cards Home Today- Please check backpacks for report cards and other progress documents on your student’s learning and progress during the 2nd Quarter.

Valentine’s Day- The week of Valentine’s day we will be focusing on the IB Learner Profile trait of being a communicator and the P2 Character Strength of showing love. What great ways to connect our learning to the holiday.

Reminders about Valentine’s Day:

Parties are not allowed as part of the Instructional School day. Please do not expect a party or try to plan one for your child’s classroom.
Foods with limited nutritional value (such as candy)- may not be consumed during the school day and all food must be individually packaged and prepared in a commercial kitchen.
- No Homemade foods
- Items attached to Valentine’s Cards will not be eaten during the school day- but sent home for parent permission.
Valentine Cards for classmates are invited, but please ensure that all students receive a card as we are a school supporting our mission of building a better and more peaceful world through respect:)

Teachers will provide class lists and a time for valentine distribution at school and all valentines and attached items such as stickers, pencils, candy- will be sent home with students at the end of the day on February 14th.

Pre K Application for WCPSS Pre School Programs: The Wake Pre-Kindergarten application is open for the 2023-24 school year. Paper applications are available in our front office, or you may apply online here. These programs are for children who will be 4 years old by Aug. 31, 2023. Please submit your application by Friday, June 16 if you are interested.
- If you need assistance with you completing your application, please see the support sessions available:

Wake County Public School System

Every Tuesday, 1 to 4 p.m., through June 13

Crossroads 2/110 Corning Road, Cary

Contact: Varenka GomezdelCampo

Wake County Smart Start

Every Thursday, 1 to 4 p.m., year-round (support for other applications as well)

4901 Waters Edge Drive, #101, Raleigh

Contact: Ana Gallo (agallo@wakesmartstart.org)

ART NEWS from Mrs. Smith

Students who participated in creating original compositions for the PTA Reflections program will receive their artwork back this month. 2022 - 2023 Wake County PTA Council Reflections Winners Visual Arts Primary 🥈(Second Place) Faith Thomason Farmington Woods "Arctic Fox" Visual Arts Intermediate 🥇(First Place) Nayeli Percy Farmington Woods "Different is Beautiful" Special Artists (not ranked) 🥇Ayoub Abaraouz Farmington Woods Elementary "Me" These five works have been submitted to the state level for judging. We will be in touch again soon when state winners are announced, and with information about a celebration for all FWES participants at school. Congratulations again, and thank you for supporting your child!

5th Grader, Samuel Phelps will represent Farmington Woods For the Gifts of Gold Art Show. Gifts of Gold visual arts display is held annually in conjunction with Pieces of Gold. Gifts of Gold is co-sponsored by the office of Raleigh Arts and the City of Raleigh Arts Commission. Artwork will be displayed in the lobby of Memorial Auditorium with a recognition ceremony on February 28th @ 4:30 pm.

Congratulations to 50 of our Farmington Woods Artists!!!! They created art inspired by Black History Month and will be displayed at Marbles Kids Museum in the month of February.

Coming Soon!!!!!!!! ART TO REMEMBER Fundraiser Keepsakes. You will receive a packet with information soon. Our school is participating in a creative fundraiser with Art to Remember that allows you to purchase keepsake products customized with your child's art. There are over 60 products and many are less than $15. These make great gifts and a percentage of every purchase goes right back to our school. Click on the link below and enter the online order code shown on your child's order form or to search for your child's artwork. Then, have fun shopping! https://arttoremember.com/school/X9HYYA

Thank You,

Mrs. Smith, Art Teacher

Friday, February 17, 2023 at 5pm is the DEADLINE

Cary Chamber of Commerce Honor A Teacher Nominations- “Teaching Excellence”

Excellence in teaching – we know it when we see it. It can be the teacher who spends extra time with the students who need it most, or the teacher who is creative enough to inspire a real love of learning in a student. Perhaps it’s a teacher who cares enough to be involved with their students beyond the classroom. Whatever their methods, certain teachers make a real impact on students and their learning abilities.

We would like to recognize one such teacher and we need your help. The Cary Chamber of Commerce has been a leader in supporting education in our community through numerous programs and activities. One of the most critical needs of Wake County schools is that of attracting and retaining the best classroom teachers. With the Cary Chamber of Commerce's Honor a Teacher Program we hope to help our school system in meeting that challenge.

Building on the success of the Discovery Award first sponsored by the Ashworth family in 1991, followed by the Clara Knoll Award in 2000 by Barry and DJ Mitsch, the Cary Chamber has secured sponsors to develop a teaching awards program for all schools in the Cary Area.

We are asking our community to nominate teachers for this award. Included with your nomination, please describe why you feel this particular teacher deserves this award. Nominations must be submitted no later than Friday, February 17 at 5:00pm. These nominations will then be narrowed down to finalists that will be interviewed by a designated committee.

Use the link below to nominate a deserving FWES Teacher:)

Cary Chamber Honor a Teacher Nomination 2023

Nominations are accepted until 5:00pm on February 17, 2023.

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

World Dance Requests: https://forms.gle/wi7CaRLNaChsj1LTA
Hook-a-book volunteers needed: Hook-a-book sign ups

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrockz
Order yearbooks! https://bit.ly/3YxJ0Da

Updates:

PTA budget updates were approved by the General body on Feb 1st, details can be found here.
We had a very successful PTA family engagement program last night - the talk on “Big Feelings: Helping Kids Manage Emotions” was well attended. Cary Teen Council was so great at entertaining and helping us serve pizza!

World Dance is coming up!

Save the date: March 10th, 6-8PM, Cafeteria
We need your help with cultural exchange ,songs, games and more: https://forms.gle/wi7CaRLNaChsj1LTA

Spirit Rock Reservation Reminders:

Please check the PTA website to see if the date is available before submitting a request.
Make sure to submit payment via Memberhub with the reservation request (this seems to be easier to do on a computer rather than a mobile device for some). Reservations will not be confirmed without payment and payment must be received at least 48 hours before the requested date.
Your reservation starts at 5pm the day before the date requested and ends at 4:59 the last day of your reservation. Please do not plan on painting unless you have received a confirmation from the Spirit Rock email.

Friday, February 3

Next week at FWES…..

IB Learner Profile - Communicator

P2- Cheering on Others’ Success

National School Counselor Appreciation Week! Thank you Mrs. Naftel and Mrs. Sinclair!

Monday, February 6

Tuesday, February 7

5th Grade Trip to Morehead Planetarium

Wednesday, February 8

1st Grade Trip to NCSU for Performance- Alphabet Rockers

Thursday, February 9

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Hands On Science Club

Friday, February 10

2nd Quarter Report Cards Go Home

The following week at FWES….

IB Learner Profile - Communicator

P2- Love

Monday, February 13

Tuesday, February 14

Happy Valentine’s Day! We love our FWES Family!

Wednesday, February 15

Thursday, February 16

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Run Club and Yoga Club

Friday, February 17

*Note- Monday, February 20th is President’s Day- No School for Students or Staff!

FWES Updates:

Farmington Woods IB/PYP Magnet Elementary is excited to share that we have been designated a National Magnet School of Excellence by Magnet Schools of America for 2023! As a learning community, this recognition is due to our collaborative work as students, staff and families!

Welcome New FWES Staff:

Mariana McHenry- 1st grade support teacher. Mariana has joined our team as a recent graduate from ASU and excited to begin her career as part of our 1st grade team. She is providing teaching support throughout the grade level by delivering whole group lessons and small group supports. If you have a 1st grader, ask them about Ms. McHenry!
Carolina Salicidos Matthews- K-5 Instructional Assistant. Ms. S has joined our team as a K-5 Instructional assistant after working all fall as a substitute in the 1st grade support teacher position referenced above. She knows our students, school routines and procedures and is excited to be with us through the end of the year. She will be working in various classrooms and with various students, along with substituting when needed in classrooms. Welcome Ms. S!

Valentine’s Day- The week of Valentine’s day we will be focusing on the IB Learner Profile trait of being a communicator and the P2 Character Strength of showing love. What great ways to connect our learning to the holiday.

Reminders about Valentine’s Day:

Parties are not allowed as part of the Instructional School day. Please do not expect a party or try to plan one for your child’s classroom.
Foods with limited nutritional value (such as candy)- may not be consumed during the school day and all food must be individually packaged and prepared in a commercial kitchen.
- No Homemade foods
- Items attached to Valentine’s Cards will not be eaten during the school day- but sent home for parent permission.
Valentine Cards for classmates are invited, but please ensure that all students receive a card as we are a school supporting our mission of building a better and more peaceful world through respect:)

Visitors for Lunch- Important Safety Reminder- We love having families come to have lunch with your student at school. It is such a special time for the student and we’d encourage all parents to try to come at least once in the school year. As a reminder, you do not have to be a registered volunteer to come for lunch- however, what that means is that you may ONLY take your student to a picnic table or tables in the hall for lunch. Additional friends from a classroom cannot join you for lunch. You are welcome to sit at the tables with your student and their friends in the cafeteria. Thank you for your cooperation!

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

World Dance Requests (Respond by Feb 7th): https://forms.gle/wi7CaRLNaChsj1LTA
FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock

Updates:

PTA budget updates were approved by the General body, details can be found here.
We had a very successful PTA family engagement program last night - the talk on “Big Feelings: Helping Kids Manage Emotions” was well attended. Cary Teen Council was so great at entertaining and helping us serve pizza! (Slides for the talk here)

World Dance is coming up!

Save the date: March 10th, 6-8PM, Cafeteria
We need your help with volunteering, cultural exchange, and songs, and more!! Please see and respond here: https://forms.gle/wi7CaRLNaChsj1LTA

dance

Yearbook (Preorder yours NOW!):

Fifth grade families: Create a recognition ad for Your Student and celebrate the memorable moments from throughout their year. The deadline to order is February 09, 2023 - This is a hard deadline.

Friday, January 27

Cary Chamber Honor a Teacher Nomination 2023

Next week at FWES….

IB Learner Profile - Open Minded

P2- Leadership

Saturday, January 28

NC Museum of History African American Cultural Celebration Event- 10:30am-4:30pm
- Click link above for all details and schedule of events to kick off Black History Month beginning February 1st!

Monday, January 30

GOLD Bowling Trip
- 9:45am Pre K and Kinder
- 10:45am 1st Grade

Tuesday, January 31

Wednesday, February 1

Black History Month Begins
World Read Aloud Day
FWES PTA Events 6:00-7:45pm
- Pizza Slice/Water Bottle Snack (no charge and first come first served until supply is out) Starts 6:00pm
- 6:30-7:45pm Movie for FWES Students* in Cafe
- 6:30pm PTA General Membership Meeting in Inquiry Center (with Spanish Interpreter)
- 6:45pm Parent Presentation- “Big Feelings”- Helping my child…..; Presented by Dr. Megan Trapasso, FWES School Psychologist and Brandon Clowers, FWES School Social Worker*
  - *Content may not be appropriate for students and therefore supervision with a movie will be provided in the cafeteria
  - Spanish Interpreter available

Thursday, February 2

GOLD Bowling Trip
- 9:45am 2nd Grade
- 10:45am 5th Grade

Friday, February 3

8:30am FWES Walk to School Day
GOLD Bowling Trip
- 9:45am 3rd Grade
- 10:45am 4th Grade and Mitchell

The following week at FWES….

IB Learner Profile - Communicator

P2- Cheering on Others’ Success

National School Counselor Appreciation Week! Thank you Mrs. Naftel and Mrs. Sinclair!

Monday, February 6

Tuesday, February 7

5th Grade Trip to Morehead Planetarium

Wednesday, February 8

1st Grade Trip to NCSU for Performance

Thursday, February 9

Friday, February 10

2nd Quarter Report Cards Go Home

FWES Updates:

NCSU Education Students at FWES- We are a partner school for the NCSU Department of Education for observations, internships and student teaching. For the spring semester, FWES is hosting Sophomore education students in several K-2 classrooms for primarily observation and helping and Junior education students in several 3-5 classroom for extensive observation and small group support. We are excited to help support future educators with experiences in classrooms with the amazing educators at FWES!
- So if your child mentions another adult in their classroom, it is likely related to this partnership:)

Share your work/career/job with our 5th graders! 5th Grade Career Fair April 14th 9:30-10:30am
- Calling Parents & Guardians - The Counseling Staff would love to partner with you in order to provide a showcase of possible careers for our 5th grade students. Please click on this link for more details about volunteering for this event! All volunteers will need to sign a Guest Speaker form in order to participate. Thank you for your help in making this a wonderful event!

WAKE UP AND READ:

Farmington Woods is going to participate in Wake County's WAKE Up and Read Program again this year.

WAKE Up and Read is a community coalition committed to ensuring each and every child - regardless of race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status - is reading on grade level by the end of 3rd grade. They believe that literacy is a right and all children need access to high quality books. Building inclusive home libraries is one of their biggest initiatives and they need your support!

Farmington Woods will collect books from JAN 17th - FEB 24th . Please have your child bring any donated books to the Inquiry Center or you can drop them in the carpool lane or inside the lobby.
We’ll be collecting new and gently-read books for babies and children up to 12 years old.
Last year we collected 476 books. Let’s see if we can collect 1,000 books to donate this year!!
Any questions, please contact Christine Zaccardi email: czaccardi@wcpss.net.

Cary Chamber of Commerce Honor A Teacher Nominations- “Teaching Excellence”

Use the link below to nominate a deserving FWES Teacher:)

Nominations are accepted until 5:00pm on February 17, 2023.

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

World Dance Requests (Fill by Feb 7th): https://forms.gle/wi7CaRLNaChsj1LTA
FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2

Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock

Save the date for PTA GENERAL BODY MEETING And Session with School Psychologist and Social Worker:

When: February 1st. 6:30-8:00 PM

Childcare for students provided in cafeteria by PTA volunteers and Cary Teen Council for parents attending sessions. (Pizza snack available, first come first served)

Yearbook (Order Here):

Fifth grade families: Create a recognition ad for Your Student and celebrate the memorable moments from throughout their year. The deadline to order is February 09, 2023 - This is a hard deadline.

World Dance is coming up!

Save the date: March 10th, 6-8PM, Cafeteria
We need your help with volunteering, cultural exchange, and songs! More details here: https://forms.gle/wi7CaRLNaChsj1LTA

MLK Day of Service feedback survey:

Thank you to all who made it to the MLK Day of Service! Please fill out this survey to tell us how you liked the event or what would you like to see in future!

Friday, January 20, 2023

January Student Services Newsletter

Next week at FWES….

IB Learner Profile - Open Minded

P2- Perspective

Monday, January 23

10:00am Last Magnet Info Session and Tour
6:00pm District 9 Board Advisory Council Meeting with Tyler Swanson- Green Hope High School

Tuesday, January 24

Wednesday, January 25

Last Day for WCPSS Magnet Applications for the 2023-24 school year!

Thursday, January 26

Last Day of Quarter 2 (report cards will go home in February)
Multicultural Children’s Book Day Event- In Inquiry Center and Classrooms with Guest Readers

Friday, January 27

Teacher Workday- No School for Students

Saturday, January 28th

NC Museum of History African American Cultural Celebration Event- 10:30am-4:30pm
- Click link above for all details and schedule of events to kick off Black History Month beginning February 1st!

The following week at FWES….

Monday, January 30

GOLD Bowling Trip
- 9:45am Pre K and Kinder
- 10:45am 1st Grade

Tuesday, January 31

Wednesday, February 1

FWES PTA Events 6:00-7:45pm
- Pizza Slice/Water Bottle Snack (no charge and first come first served until supply is out) Starts 6:00pm
- 6:30-7:45pm Movie for FWES Students* in Cafe
- 6:30pm PTA General Membership Meeting in Inquiry Center (with Spanish Interpreter)
- 6:45pm Parent Presentation- “Big Feelings”- Helping my child…..; Presented by Dr. Megan Trapasso, FWES School Psychologist and Brandon Clowers, FWES School Social Worker*
  - *Content may not be appropriate for students and therefore supervision with a movie will be provided in the cafeteria

Thursday, February 2

GOLD Bowling Trip
- 9:45am 2nd Grade
- 10:45am 5th Grade

Friday, February 3

8:30am FWES Walk to School Day
GOLD Bowling Trip
- 9:45am 3rd Grade
- 10:45am 4th Grade and Mitchell

FWES Updates:

Sick Student Updates
- WCPSS Recommended Actions for Sick Students/Students with COVID (updated)

Sick students will go to the office health room. Parents will be contacted and the symptoms presented shared.
- Students with a fever, vomiting or sick to the point they are unable to participate in the typical school day will need to be picked up immediately.
- Families will make a decision about picking up students if they do not present with the symptoms above- the office will call to let a family know and you may come get them or they will go back to class
Returning to School
- Students with fever must be fever free for at least 24 hours before returning
- Students must be feeling better and symptoms improving before returning
- No negative covid test is required for returning to school after illness
Positive Covid Test (with symptoms or without)
- 5 day quarantine is no longer required (recommended but not required); however students must be fever free for 24 hours, have improving symptoms and have the energy to participate in the school day
Masking
- Masking is not required in any circumstance related to illness
- Masks are always optional for students, family visitors and staff

Share your work/career/job with our 5th graders! 5th Grade Career Fair April 14th 9:30-10:30am

- Calling Parents & Guardians- The Counseling Staff would love to partner with you in order to provide a showcase of possible careers for our 5th grade students. Please click on this link for more details about volunteering for this event! All volunteers will need to sign a Guest Speaker form in order to participate. Thank you for your help in making this a wonderful event!

WAKE UP AND READ:

Farmington Woods is going to participate in Wake County's WAKE Up and Read Program again this year.

Farmington Woods will collect books from JAN 17th - FEB 24th . Please have your child bring any donated books to the Inquiry Center or you can drop them in the carpool lane or inside the lobby.
We’ll be collecting new and gently-read books for babies and children up to 12 years old.
Last year we collected 476 books. Let’s see if we can collect 1,000 books to donate this year!!
Any questions, please contact Christine Zaccardi email: czaccardi@wcpss.net.

Cary Chamber of Commerce Honor A Teacher Nominations- “Teaching Excellence”

Use the link below to nominate a deserving FWES Teacher:)

Cary Chamber Honor a Teacher Nomination 2023

Nominations are accepted until 5:00pm on February 17, 2023.

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

Sign up to greet multicultural readers on Jan 26th, Multicultural book day: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0d4eadae29a7fb6-greeters#/

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes2
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock

Order your yearbooks (here):

Fifth grade families: Create a recognition ad for Your Student and celebrate the memorable moments from throughout their year. The deadline to order is February 09, 2023!

2022-2023 Wake County PTA Reflections Contest Winners:

Congratulations to the five following FWES students (400 students participated in the contest)! They will be moving on to the state level. Well done all!!

Faith Thomason, 2nd Place, Visual Arts, Primary : Arctic Fox
Nayeli Percy, 1st Place, Visual Arts, Intermediate : Different is Beautiful
Niamh Romero, 2nd Place, Music, Primary : Invisible Voice
Henry Garbade, 1st Place, Music, Intermediate : Sonatina in B Minor
Ayoub Abaraouz, Special Artist : Me

Spirit Rock:

Parents painting the rock are requested to plan to have enough time for the paint to dry. Climbers: climb at your own risk!

Please take the MLK Day of Service feedback survey here!

Friday, January 6, 2023- Happy New Year to ALL!

Traditional School Calendar 2022-23

The Next Week’s Calendar

IB Learner Profile - Open Minded

P2- Open Mindedness

Monday, January 9

Tuesday, January 10

Wednesday, January 11

Thursday, January 12

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Hands on Science Club
WCPSS Magnet Mini-Fair- at FWES Cafe 9:30-11:30am- Elementary Schools Only

Friday, January 13

10:00am Magnet Info Session and Tour
1:30pm Magnet Info Session and Tour

The Next Week…

IB Learner Profile - Open Minded

P2- Identifying and Appreciating the Good in Others

Monday, January 16

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Holiday- No School
FWES Day of Service (See PTA section for options)

Tuesday, January 17

FWES PTA Sponsored Cultural Arts- Didgeridoo Down Under Performances K-2 9:30; 3-5 10:30

Wednesday, January 18

Thursday, January 19

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Cross Country Cubs Run Club
8:00am Kids Yoga Club
10:00am Magnet Info Session and Tour
1:30pm Magnet Info Session and Tour

Friday, January 20

7:45am FWES PTA Board Meeting
1:30pm Magnet Info Session and Tour

FWES Updates:

Welcome New FWES Families!

In the last month we have welcomed almost 20 new students and families to our school community. We are happy to have you with us and please reach out to your teacher and/or the front office if you have questions or need support.

Some important documents that may assist you in your transition to FWES include:

School Communication for Families (electronic unless hard copies are requested):

Friday Folders

School Messenger Messages- email and text information reminders and updates

FWES School Supply List 2022-23 by grade level

WCPSS Parent/Student Handbook 2022-23

FWES Family/Student Handbook 2022-23- version 10-20-2022

WCPSS Lunch Menus 2022-23

WCPSS Student Accident Insurance Information 2022-23

Before and After School Programs

Healthy Active Students at Farmington Woods 2022-23

FWES Birthday Celebration Options- January Reminder (please read as no food is allowed)

FWES Family Resources for 2022-23

FWES Transportation Procedures and Information

FWES Dismissal Reminders:

Changing Dismissal Transportation:

**Any and ALL transportation changes must be communicated in writing with your child’s teacher. While email, Dojo and Talking Points work very well for most communications- please note that if your child’s teacher is out at a training or out sick, no one will see or read your message.

The best option is to write a hand written note and send it to school with your child if their transportation will change in the afternoon- that allows any adult in the classroom to get the message and plan for the need.

**Regular and consistent dismissal processes for students is the best way for students and teachers to manage daily dismissal and ensure the safe and correct dismissal of all students. Please avoid changing dismissal patterns on a daily basis for the well being of your student and the student’s safety at dismissal.

Dismissal Reminders:

Buses and other District Vehicles- Thank you for your patience and understanding when there are route changes that result in a late arrival home for your student. The district is working to fill vacancies and monitor arrival times, but we know it has been very late for some students and families.
- Please follow our Twitter Bus Feed FWES Family Student Handbook 2022-23 (10-20-2022).pdf
  - There is usually only one person in the office to answer the door, phone calls and communicate with staff waiting with students on buses. There will be times when no one can answer and your patience continues to be appreciated.
- Please download Here Comes the Bus to see your child’s bus GPS in live time to know when to expect the bus to arrive with your child at home.
  - Reminder- Kindergartners and 1st Graders MUST have an adult at the bus stop or the drive will not let them exit the bus and will then bring them back to the school.
Walkers- Walkers need to be met at the front of the school no later than 3:45pm in the afternoon. Students who have not connected with an adult by 3:45pm will be sent back to class and adults arriving will be required to show photo ID and sign out the student in the office.
- The lower parking lot is for bus traffic only- if spaces are not available, cars may not block the flow of traffic for buses to dismiss. Please do not park unless there is an available space.
- *Regular late arrival to walkers may result in families being required to use carpool
Carpool-
- Cars MUST display the FWES Carpool Tag until your child is loaded! Please do not take the tag down after Mr. Eller radio’s your number. Our safety patrol and staff on duty will not allow a student into a car without a carpool #.
  - If you do not have a tag, you will be required to go to the office WITH a photo ID
- Carpool Ends at 4:10pm- As with walkers, if you are going to use carpool, please arrive at FWES no later than 4:09PM to pick up your student.
- No Left Turn at FWES Entrance during Arrival and Dismissal
  - Please review the Carpool Procedures Video to be reminded about the procedures and Cary Police recommendation to prohibit left turns into the FWES campus during arrival and dismissal. Thank you!

WCPSS Notice:

Annual WCPSS Asbestos Notification to Parents and Staff

Annual WCPSS Asbestos Notification to Parents and Staff- en Espanol

Finishing the 1st Semester in 3 weeks!

We will hit the middle of the school year on January 26, 2023. Now that we are back to school consistently in January, our amazing teachers will begin completing end of quarter assessments along with Middle of Year (MOY) benchmarks in Reading and Math for all students. Every piece of data that is collected is used by teachers and teams to plan lessons to meet the needs of the students.

Thank you for returning to a routine that involves school and school practice/homework activities:

Arriving on time to school and staying until dismissal
Coming to school prepared with materials needed for learning
Completing at least 1 Dreambox lesson a day on the Chromebook (more is better, but at least 1 a day will support positive growth for students)
Reading nightly for at least 20 minutes

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

Stock the staffroom: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/2WLtEIN?ref_=wl_share
FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e45ada723a1fec34-fwes
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock

We need your input!

Where should the PTA spend our energy and money? Please take this quick survey! Survey link

Order your yearbooks here:

Fifth grade families: Create a recognition ad for Your Student and celebrate the memorable moments from throughout their year. The deadline to order is February 09, 2023!

January 16th Day of Service:

Friday, December 16, 2022

FWES Gift of Reading 2022

Closing out 2022…..

Monday, December 19

Gift of Reading- Mixed Up Monday (dress all mixed up!)

Tuesday, December 20

Gift of Reading- Reading Logs Due and Tacky Sweater Tuesday

Wednesday, December 21

Gift of Reading- Reading Log drawings to choose books to take home for Winter Break
Specialist Collaboration Rotation- 1st Grade
1:45pm Early Release

Winter Break December 22-January 2, 2023- Students and Staff return on Tuesday, January 3, 2023!

Have a Wonderful Winter Break! We look forward to seeing you all in 2023!

The Next Year’s First Week Calendar

IB Learner Profile- Open-Minded

Second Step Unit Focus- Problem Solving

Monday, January 2

New Year Holiday- No School

Tuesday, January 3

Wednesday, January 4

Kindergarten to Marbles Museum

Thursday, January 5

7:35am School Improvement Team Meeting
7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Kids on the Run Club
4th Grade to NC Symphony
1st Grade Walking Field Trip to Kildaire

Friday, January 6

8:30am FWES Walk to School Day- Meet Mr. Eller at Kildaire Plaza

Saturday, January 7

WCPSS Virtual Magnet Fair for K-8 Schools- 9:00-11:00am

FWES Friday Folder:

Interim Reports for Quarter 2 are coming home with students today.

Reading Logs due Monday- send paper copies to teachers
- Parent may also verify on this form: Gift of Reading- Reading Log Verification 2022
Either document must be received by 4:00pm on Monday, December 19th for a student’s name to be entered into the drawing on Tuesday morning during the FWES News
Last Theme Days….
- Monday- Mix Up Monday- mix/match your clothes, socks, etc.
- Tuesday- Tacky Sweater Tuesday- find tacky crazy sweater to wear!

Bowling Field Trip Permission Slips….

Permission Slips were due today- if you have not yet returned your child’s permission slip- please make sure you turn it in on Monday. There are several steps we have to take in order for a child to participate on a field trip; including the requirement we have permission slips 30 days ahead of the trip. Thank you!

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

Stock the staffroom: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/2WLtEIN?ref_=wl_share

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e45ada723a1fec34-fwes
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock

We need your input!

Where should the PTA spend our energy and money? Please take this quick survey! Survey link

Shopping holiday season:

As you shop this holiday season, please remember to link your accounts at Harris Teeter, Publix, Lowes and Amazon Smile to Farmington Woods Elementary. The school receives a portion of your sales!

Friday, December 9, 2022

FWES Gift of Reading 2022

The Next Week’s Calendar

IB Learner Profile- Caring

P2- Gratitude

Monday, December 12

Gift of Reading- Exercise your brain and read- Jersey’s/Sport Gear
1:30pm Magnet Information Session and Tour

Tuesday, December 13

Gift of Reading- Twin Tuesday- find a person to dress like twins today

Wednesday, December 14

Gift of Reading- Wild Animal Wednesday- bring an stuffed animal to read with today
Bedtime Stories tonight at 7pm. Click on https://bit.ly/FWESbedtime to join. (See below for info)

Thursday, December 15

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Kids Run Club and Kids Yoga Club
Gift of Reading- Relax and Read in your PJs- Guest Reader day (see below to sign up)

Friday, December 16

Gift of Reading- Flashlight Friday- bring a flashlight to read with today
Q2 Interim Reports go home

Closing out 2022…..

Monday, December 19

Gift of Reading- Mixed Up Monday (dress all mixed up!) and Reading Logs Due

Tuesday, December 20

Gift of Reading- Tacky Sweater Tuesday and Drawings for Book Winners for Winter Break

Wednesday, December 21

Specialist Collaboration Rotation- 1st Grade
1:45pm Early Release

Winter Break December 22-January 2, 2023- Students and Staff return on Tuesday, January 3, 2023!

FWES Friday Folder:

Annually, FWES celebrates the gift that lasts a lifetime in December- the Gift of Reading! Beginning December 12th- each classroom will designate 30 minutes of time for students to read self-selected books and teachers will read, too. For younger grades, this time might include read alouds and listening to stories, too. The only homework during the gift of reading is to read at least 20 minutes each night and record that time on a reading log (a gift to families, too:) Each day will have a theme experience to add an element of fun, too!

A hard copy of the theme days will be sent home, along with a reading log, on Friday, December 9th. Returned completed reading logs/online verification form will enter student names into a drawing to win books to take home to enjoy over winter break.

Gift of Reading; Reading Log 2022

Registered volunteers will be invited to join classrooms on Thursday, December 15th during a designated hour block to read to the class or small group of students. Please use this form to express your interest in coming in to read as part of the Gift of Reading.

Gift of Reading Guest Reader- Thursday, December 15, 2022 Must sign up by December 12th!!!!

Bedtime Stories:

Wednesday, December 14

Join Ms. Zaccardi tonight at 7 pm for a Bedtime Story! Bring your stuffed animal and snuggle up in a cozy spot to hear a read aloud. Click on https://bit.ly/FWESbedtime to join. You’ll be able to view it anytime from 7 pm until Monday morning (12/19). See you at bedtime!

NO LEFT TURN INTO FARMINGTON WOODS DURING ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL

Please be reminded that there should be no left turn into or out of the FWES driveway during arrival and dismissal. Unfortunately the tree company who removed the large tree that fell during the hurricane ran over our sign… but we are working to replace.

For the safety of ALL, especially pedestrians, the Cary Police Department indicates there should be no left turns. The crossing guard is not a traffic policemen and cannot direct traffic, so we really need our FWES families to follow the procedures. Cary Police has been notified of the concerns shared by many drivers and pedestrian families and may be patrolling the area in the next several school weeks.

Thank you for contributing to the safe arrival and dismissal of our students and families!

Permission Forms for Semester GOLD Celebration were sent home today

Farmington Woods IB/PYP Students will participate in Field Trip to Buffaloe Bowling Lanes in Cary for our Semester 1 Gold Celebration. Each student will travel and bowl for 90 minutes on either January 30th, February 2nd or February 3rd depending on grade level. For students to be eligible to participate, they will have 120 DOJO Ticket points by the end of Quarter 2 and submit the required parental permission form to classroom teacher for the field trip by Friday, December 16th. We are looking forward to taking a few minutes to celebrate and reinforce our GOLD program.

FWES PTA Updates:

Get Involved!

Stock the staffroom: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/2WLtEIN?ref_=wl_share

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e45ada723a1fec34-fwes
Reserve the Spirit Rock: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock

We need your input!

Where should the PTA spend our energy and money? Please take this quick survey! Survey link

Shopping holiday season:

As you shop this holiday season please remember to link your accounts at Harris Teeter, Publix, Lowes and Amazon Smile to Farmington Woods Elementary. The school receives a portion of your sales!

FWES Gift of Reading 2022

Next Week’s Calendar:

IB Learner Profile: Caring

P2- Kindness

Saturday December 3

Campus Cleanup: 10AM - 1:00PM: Please bring wheelbarrows, gloves, cardboard, and yard tools.

Monday, December 5

Early Release at 1:45pm

Tuesday, December 6

7:35am School Improvement Team Meeting
Neighborhood Visit 5:00-5:30pm Portree Place; 5:45-6:15pm Blue Bird Court
- En Espanol- FWES llega a su vecindario!

Wednesday, December 7

Thursday, December 8

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Hands On Science Club
Neighborhood Visit 5:00-5:30pm Corner of Grissom and Curfman; Dix Park Neighborhood
- En Espanol- FWES llega a su vecindario!

Friday, December 9

7:45am FWES PTA Board Meeting

The Next Week’s Calendar

IB Learner Profile- Caring

P2- Gratitude

Monday, December 12

Gift of Reading- Exercise your brain and read- Jersey’s/Sport Gear
1:30pm Magnet Information Session and Tour

Tuesday, December 13

Gift of Reading- Twin Tuesday- find a person to dress like twins today

Wednesday, December 14

Gift of Reading- Wild Animal Wednesday- bring an stuffed animal to read with today

Thursday, December 15

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Kids Run Club and Kids Yoga Club
Gift of Reading- Relax and Read in your PJs- Guest Reader day (see below to sign up)

Friday, December 16

Gift of Reading- Flashlight Friday- bring a flashlight to read with today
Q2 Interim Reports go home

Closing out 2022…..

Monday, December 19

Gift of Reading- Mixed Up Monday (dress all mixed up!)

Tuesday, December 20

Gift of Reading- Reading Logs Due and Tacky Sweater Tuesday

Wednesday, December 21

Gift of Reading- Reading Log drawings to choose books to take home for Winter Break
Specialist Collaboration Rotation- 1st Grade
1:45pm Early Release

Winter Break December 22-January 2, 2023- Students and Staff return on Tuesday, January 3, 2023!

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information:

Gift of Reading Guest Reader- Thursday, December 15, 2022

Permission Forms for Semester GOLD Celebration were sent home today

Farmington Woods IB/PYP Students will participate in Field Trip to Buffaloe Bowling Lanes in Cary for our Semester 1 Gold Celebration. Each student will travel and bowl for 90 minutes on either January 30th, February 2nd or February 3rd depending on grade level. For students to be eligible to participate, they will have 120 DOJO Ticket points by the end of Quarter 2 and submit the required parental permission form to classroom teacher for the field trip by Friday, December 16th. We are looking forward to taking a few minutes to celebrate and reinforce our GOLD program.

FWES PTA Updates:

Volunteering: Please click here for ways to get involved!

Events/News: Please click here for all of our updates and calendar of events

FWES PTA December Newsletter

Campus Cleanup:

When: Dec 3, 10am and 1pm.

What: We will be spreading mulch, planting pansies, and weeding. Please bring wheelbarrows, gloves, cardboard, and yard tools.

Spirit Rock:

Spirit rock reservations are now open for the rest of the school year! Reservation link: https://www.fwespta.org/spiritrock

We need your input!

Where should the PTA spend our energy and money? Please take this quick survey! Survey link

FWES Ornaments: Lew Wilson creates custom FWES ornaments and wall hangings! Place orders on www.lewwilsonart.com with code FWES by Dec 5 to receive by Christmas. 20% of sales go to school!

Tuesday, November 22, 2022

Next Week’s Calendar:

November 28-December 2, 2022

IB Learner Profile: Caring

P2- Gratitude

Monday, November 28

Tuesday, November 29

Wednesday, November 30

4th Grade Field Trip to NC Legislature
5th Grade Field Trip to Marbles/IMAX

Thursday, December 1

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Run Club

Friday, December 2

8:30am Walk to School Day- Meet Mr. Eller at Kildaire Plaza

Saturday, December 3

10:00am FWES Grounds Clean Up Day!

The following week at FWES- December 5-9, 2022

IB Learner Profile: Caring

P2- Kindness

Monday, December 5

Early Release at 1:45pm

Tuesday, December 6

7:35am School Improvement Team Meeting
Neighborhood Visit 5:00-5:30pm Portree Place; 5:45-6:15pm Blue Bird Court
- En Espanol- FWES llega a su vecindario!

Wednesday, December 7

Thursday, December 8

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Hands On Science Club
Neighborhood Visit 5:00-5:30pm Corner of Grissom and Curfman; Dix Park Neighborhood
- En Espanol- FWES llega a su vecindario!

Friday, December 9

7:45am FWES PTA Board Meeting

FWES Gift of Reading Starts December 12th- look info on December 9th!

FWES PTA Updates:

Volunteering: Please click here for ways to get involved!

Events/News: Please click here for all of our updates and calendar of events

Reflections arts contest: Thank you for supporting our students! We got 18 entries, out of which 15 will make it to county level selections! We will be in touch with next steps.

PTA Wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving!

Friday, November 18, 2022

Counseling and Student Services November Newsletter

Next week at FWES- November 21-25, 2022

IB- Risk Taker

P2- Leadership

Saturday, November 19

Native American Indian Heritage Celebration- Saturday, November 19th Family Activity Event!

Monday, November 21

PTA Pizzas for FWES Staff:) Thank you for the support!

Tuesday, November 22

7:35am SIT Meeting

November 23-25- Thanksgiving Holiday- No School

The following week at FWES- November 28-December 2, 2022

Monday, November 28

Tuesday, November 29

Conferences for those signed up with the teacher- 4:30-7:00pm

Wednesday, November 30

4th Grade Field Trip to NC Legislature
5th Grade Field Trip to Marbles/IMAX

Thursday, December 1

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Run Club

Friday, December 2

8:30am Walk to School Day- Meet Mr. Eller at Kildaire Plaza

Saturday, December 3

10:00am FWES Grounds Clean Up Day!

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information:

Native American Indian Heritage Celebration Month: November is Native American Indian Heritage Celebration Month. North Carolina has 8 recognized trips: the Coharie, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, the Haliwa-Saponi, the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, the Meherrin, the Sappony, the Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation and the Waccamaw Siouan. To learn more, attend the Native American Indian Celebration Day at the NC Museum of History on Saturday, November 19th.

Learn about the many events planned for the day tomorrow here: Native American Indian Heritage Celebration- Saturday, November 19th

News from Mr. Eller- PE will be OUTSIDE- Weather permitting, PE classes will start in the gym for instruction and exercise and move outside for motor skills (kicking) until winter break so please remind students to wear layers including hats and gloves.

Congratulations to these amazing staff members for being chosen by their peers to represent Farmington Woods Elementary!

Brittany Packer is the Farmington Woods Teacher of the Year representative for 2023!

Precious Perrin is the Farmington Woods Instructional Assistant of the Year for 2023!

Congratulations to these team members for being recognized for their outstanding work each day!

FWES PTA Updates:

Volunteering: Please click here for ways to get involved!

Events/News: Please click here for all of our updates and calendar of events

November Staff Appreciation:

Papa Murphy's Pizza is offering a family sized pizza and chocolate chip cookie take and bake bundle for $12.00. Please sponsor a meal for one of our hard working, amazing FWES staff!! Food will be delivered to the school for staff to take home on November 21.

FWES PTA Diversity Equity Inclusion:

Nov. 7-11th was National School Psychology Week: Please fill out this 1-minute survey for our psychologist Dr. Trapasso

Native American Heritage Month continues.

Learn more about the Haliwa-Saponi here and watch this 2-min video on their public arts project to share and celebrate their cultural identity.

Shopping Reminders!

Remember to link your accounts at Amazon (smile.amazon.com and sign up for PTA North Carolina Congress Farmington Woods PTA) , Harris Teeter, Publix, and LowesFoods to FWES school! They donate a portion of your transaction to the school!

Thursday, November 10, 2022

No School Tomorrow- Friday, November 11, 2022

Don't forget to order some cooler weather spiritwear- sweatshirts and pajama pants are on sale through Sunday: Spirit Wear Sale Going on Now!: http://fwes.spiralstores.com/

Mrs. Pierce’s Video Message

IB- Risk Taker

P2- Supporting others when they struggle

November 14-18, 2022

**Book Fair Week!, Signup to help! https://signup.com/go/tynREhW

Monday, November 14

3rd Grade Field Trip- Quinn, Thompson and Williams
10:00am Magnet Info Session and Tour

Tuesday, November 15

Wednesday, November 16

Thursday, November 17

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Clubs: Run Club and Yoga
1st Grade In House Morehead Planetarium “Trip”
4:30-8:00pm Family Night- Book Fair
- 6:00pm Storyteller Donna Washington in Cafe
Spirit Night @VPizza, 5PM onwards

Friday, November 18

Report Cards go home for Q1 with Students
7:45am FWES PTA Board Meeting- Room 204

The next week at FWES- November 21-25, 2022

IB- Risk Taker

P2- Leadership

Monday, November 21

PTA Pizzas for FWES Staff:)

Tuesday, November 22

7:35am SIT Meeting

November 23-25- Thanksgiving Holiday- No School

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information:

Veterans Day: There is no school tomorrow in honor of the Veterans Day holiday. We are honored to recognize veterans in our FWES school community through the slide deck linked below. Take a look at how many FWES families are connected to Veterans- and our own Mr. Eller:) Thank you all for taking time to honor your veteran and thank you for the service!

FWES Honors Veterans in our Community 2022

A great read aloud story about Veterans for families to watch and read together:

Storytime Channel for Kids: Veterans: Heroes in Our Neighborhood

FWES PTA Updates:

Volunteering: Please click here for ways to get involved!

Events/News: Please click here for all of our updates and calendar of events

Thank you for your support at Fun Run!

Book Fair:

Our Bedford Fall Book Fair is coming up! Please sign up here to help! Our young readers (K-1) especially need help with choosing books!

Spirit Night @VPizza on 17th November:

10% of all sales go to Farmington Woods Elementary School

November Staff Appreciation:

Spirit Wear Sale Going on Now!: http://fwes.spiralstores.com/

Friday, November 4, 2022

FWES PTA Fall Book Fair- November 14-21, 2022: Sign Up here to help!

Friday, November 4, 2022

This week at FWES:

IB- Risk-Taker

P2- Bravery

School Psychologist Appreciation Week! Thank you Dr. Trapasso!

November 5-11, 2022

Saturday, November 5 (10AM - 1PM)

Campus Cleanup: Please bring lots of cardboard for smothering weeds, wheelbarrows and pitchforks for mulch, and clippers/primers for weeds.

Monday, November 7

Fall Picture Retakes- for students who were absent or those who need a retake
Veterans Day Slides Due completed
PTA Reflections Entries due: https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/reflections

Tuesday, November 8

Election Day- FWES is Polling Site
WCPSS Schools- Teacher Workday- No School for Students
Conference Window Opens for FWES families- closes December 9th

Wednesday, November 9

Thursday, November 10

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Clubs: Hands on Science
Early Release Day- Students dismissed at 1:45pm

Friday, November 11

Veterans Day Holiday- No School

The next week at FWES:

November 14-18, 2022

**Book Fair Week!

Monday, November 14

3rd Grade Field Trip- Quin, Thompson and Williams
10:00am Magnet Info Session and Tour

Tuesday, November 15

Wednesday, November 16

Thursday, November 17

7:45am Handbell Rehearsal
8:00am Clubs: Run Club and Yoga
1st Grade In House Morehead Planetarium “Trip”
4:30-8:00pm Family Night- Book Fair
- 6:00pm Storyteller Donna Washington in Cafe

Friday, November 18

Report Cards go home for Q1 with Students
7:45am FWES PTA Board Meeting- Inquiry Center

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information:

Fall Picture Retakes- Monday, November 7th: For newly enrolled students, those who were absent on picture day or those who received photos but would like a retake. If you received photos- please return them to school with your student on Monday or write a note to the teacher to make sure the school is aware that you want your child’s photo retaken Monday morning.

Honoring FWES Community Veterans: FWES would like to honor Veterans in our FWES Community in recognition of Veterans Day on Friday, November 11th. All families are invited to add a slide to our slide deck to recognized a veteran in your family. The slide deck will be shared in the November 10th Friday folder and on the FWES News as our school’s recognition of the Veterans and how they demonstrate the IB Learner profile attribute of being a Risk Taker; along with Positivity Character Strengths of bravery, supporting others and leadership. Please open the slide deck here- click the plus sign on the tool bar and create your slide to share (if you are not sure how our 2nd-5th graders can easily help!). Please completed your slide by November 7th. FWES Veterans Day Slide Deck click here to access the slide deck and create your slide to add.

FWES PTA Updates:

Volunteering: Please click here for ways to get involved!

Events/News: Please click here for all of our updates and calendar of events

Thank you for your support during Fun Run!!

November 17th, 4:30 - 7:00PM Family Night with a special storytelling event at 6:00pm with storyteller extraordinaire Donna Washington!

Staff Appreciation: Buy a Papa Murphy's Meal for our staff families to take home on Nov 21!

#Vote: Election Day Nov. 8th. Find information here on early voting sites and public transportation. Same day registration IS available during early voting. Election Day voting information. The polls are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday Nov. 8th.

Friday, October 28. 2022

FWES PTA Fall Book Fair- November 14-21, 2022

This week at FWES:

IB- Risk-Taker

Monday, October 31

Reminder that costumes, masks, etc. are NOT to be worn or brought to FWES today.

Tuesday, November 1

Wednesday, November 2

PTA FUN RUN EVENT!!! (Parents interested in watching the event- not serving as a PTA volunteer-are invited to attend- but see additional information below)
- 9:40- Pre K, K, 1
- 10:30- 2nd/3rd (Quinn, Thompson, Williams)
- 11:20- 4th/5th
- 12:30- 3rd (Crow, Dula, Flanigan)
6-7pm Academia Familiar- “Las matematicas de hoy: Yo no aprendi las matematics asi! (K-5to)” Esta presentacion sera en espanol

Thursday, November 3

Rain date for PTA FUN RUN

Friday, November 4

Teacher Workday- No School for Students

Saturday, November 5

Campus Cleanup

The next week at FWES:

Monday, November 7

PTA Reflections Entries due- turn in to FWES Front Office or Mrs. Smith

Tuesday, November 8

Election Day- FWES is a Polling Site
WCPSS Schools- Teacher Workday- No School for Students
Conference Day

Wednesday, November 9

Thursday, November 10

Early Release Day- Students dismissed at 1:45pm

Friday, November 11

Veterans Day Holiday- No School

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information:

November Birthday Reminder: Please make a note that birthday treats such as cupcakes, cookies and other goodies are NOT aligned with the WCPSS Board Policy 6140 during the school day. Thank you for saving those treats for your family at home. Check out the Birthday Reminder link for some other ideas for birthdays in November.

Fun Run Family Viewing- Wednesday, November 2nd: Families are invited to come to FWES on November 2nd to watch and cheer students on during their assigned Fun Run times (see above). If you are interested in coming to watch- you may park and walk directly to the back field where the tracks will be set up and Fun Run Staff and PTA will direct you to the viewing areas. You may watch and cheer from these areas and may not enter the building prior or with the class after the run.

*Those interested in volunteering to help the PTA with some of the volunteer spots on Wednesday should sign up with the link below AND MUST be eligible to volunteer. Eligibility will be verified and shared with PTA and many apologies (from FWES and WCPSS) for the long delays for volunteer registrations to be processed and schools to be notified.

Honoring FWES Community Veterans: FWES would like to honor Veterans in our FWES Community in recognition of Veterans Day on Friday, November 11th. All families are invited to add a slide to our slide deck to recognized a veteran in your family. The slide deck will be shared in the November 10th Friday folder and on the FWES News as our school’s recognition of the Veterans and how they demonstrate the IB Learner profile attribute of being a Risk Taker; along with Positivity Character Strengths of bravery, supporting others and leadership. Please open the slide deck here- click the plus sign on the tool bar and create your slide to share (if you are not sure how our 2nd-5th graders can easily help!). Please completed your slide by November 7th; *If you completed a slide last year and want it included again- please email Mrs. Pierce at awpierce@wcpss.net and she can add it to the slide deck for 2022. FWES Veterans Day Slide Deck click here to access the slide deck and create your slide to add.

FWES IB/PYP Academic Integrity Policy- As an IB/PYP school, we are required to develop an Academic Integrity Policy and share it with all stakeholders annually. This policy will be reviewed in all classrooms as it relates to the appropriate grade/classroom in the next two weeks. You will also hear from your child’s teacher and be asked to sign off on your understanding of the policy and how it will be taught and implemented at FWES for your student. If you have any questions about the policy, reach out to Anna Goodrum, IB/PYP Coordinator at agoodrum@wcpss.net.

Updated Farmington Woods Homework and Grading Plan 22-23- Small updates have been made for the 2022-23 school year to eliminate references to virtual learning and to support changes with Chromebooks in kindergarten.

NC Read to Achieve Policy- K-3 Families with a focus on 3rd grade families

Read to Achieve Information for Families
WCPSS Read to Achieve Overview for Parents 2022- presentation shared on October 20th
WCPSS Informacion General de NC Read to Achieve- Bienvenido a los Socios de Nuestra NC Familia 2022 - presentation shared on October 20th

FWES PTA Updates:

Volunteering: Please click here for ways to get involved!

Events/News: Please click here for all of our updates and calendar of events

FWES PTA FUN RUN EVENT- Wednesday, November 2nd!!!

9:40- Pre K, K, 1
10:30- 2nd/3rd (Quinn, Thompson, Williams)
11:20- 4th/5th
12:30- 3rd (Crow, Dula, Flanigan)

Sign up here to volunteer at Fun Run! : We are even more excited that parents and families can volunteer and cheer on our students this year!! All volunteers must be pre-approved.

Reflection entries are now due on November 7th! https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/reflections

November 17th, 4:30-7:00PM Family Night with a special story telling event at 6:00pm with storyteller extraordinaire Donna Washington!
We need volunteers! Sign up here!

Action needed by Oct 28: Take the WCPSS Bell Schedule Survey

WCPSS’s family survey is about the school bell schedules based on the American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement from September 1, 2014 which recommends school start times no earlier than 8:30 AM for high school students.

#Vote: Election Day Nov. 8th. Find information here on early voting sites and public transportation. Same day registration IS available during early voting.

FWES PTA is in need of a First Vice President. Please reach out to president@fwespta.org for more information!

Friday, October 21, 2022

Mrs. Pierce’s Message

We loved seeing so many families last night- our building was so busy and it was a great evening to feel our FWES community working together! Please provide feedback on the evening- even if you could not attend- using the link below.

New flat panel interactive screens are arriving next week to FWES and will be installed in classrooms:) This WCPSS provided technology is a welcome upgrade as our projectors, Promethean Boards and other tools currently in place are not working consistently for teachers. Thank you to the FWES PTA who helped with some "stop gap" panels the last two years, too!

FWES PTA Global Fun Run Fund Raiser begins Monday! One of the reasons our PTA was able to support the school's need for projection devices the last two years- when we did not have funding or resources to replace devices is due to their fund raising efforts. The Global Fun Run event is the primary fund raiser for the FWES PTA and funds raised support projects and needs throughout the school community and to support the IB mission and School vision. Thank you for your support of our PTA as a partner in supporting our school's success!

This Week at FWES:

IB- Principled

P2- Fairness

FWES Fun Run Begins with Apex Fun Run!

New Flat Panels delivered to FWES and Installation begins this week:)

Monday, October 24

Apex Fun Run Kick Off Day! Look for information to come home with your student(s).
6:00pm BAC District 9 Meeting- Apex High School

Tuesday, October 25

3rd Grade CogAt Testing 9:45-10:45am

Wednesday, October 26

3rd Grade CogAt Testing 9:45-10:45am
6:00-7:00pm Trunk or Treat FWES PTA Event- front parking lot FWES
- Treats: We need treat donations. There will be a drop-off location by the school’s front office from October 5-14. Treats can include commercially-packaged candy or non-food items such as pencils, erasers, stickers, tattoos, small toys, glow sticks, etc.

Thursday, October 27

7:45-8:45am Handbell Rehearsal
7:35am School Improvement Team Meeting
Read for the Record Day
3rd Grade CogAt Testing 9:45-10:45am

Friday, October 28

College Shirt Day!

The next week at FWES:

IB- Risk-Taker

Monday, October 31

PTA Fall Spiritwear Sale begins- grab your sweatshirts for cooler weather!

Tuesday, November 1

Wednesday, November 2

PTA FUN RUN EVENT!!!
- 9:40- Pre K, K, 1
- 10:30- 2nd/3rd (Quinn, Thompson, Williams)
- 11:20- 4th/5th
- 12:30- 3rd (Crow, Dula, Flanigan)
6-7pm Academia Familiar- “Las matematicas de hoy: Yo no aprendi las matematics asi! (K-5to)” Esta presentacion sera en espanol

Thursday, November 3

Rain date for PTA FUN RUN

Friday, November 4

Teacher Workday- No School for Students

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information:

Family Partnership Night Feedback (Thursday, October 20th)- please use this link to a VERY short survey to provide us with feedback on our family event last night. Your feedback- whether or not you attended- will assist us in planning future events that will meet the needs of our families- so please attend even if you were unable to attend.

Counseling and Student Services October Newsletter: FWES CASS Newsletter October 2022

Read for the Record will be on Thursday October 27th

Thursday is Read for The Record Day, led by Jumpstart, where millions of adults and children all over the world read the same book, building community through reading. We’ve ordered books for K-3 classrooms that will be delivered soon! For more information, including resources to sound effects, activity guides, and access to the digital book, click here!

Honoring FWES Community Veterans: FWES would like to honor Veterans in our FWES Community in recognition of Veterans Day on Friday, November 11th. All families are invited to add a slide to our slide deck to recognized a veteran in your family. The slide deck will be shared in the November 4th Friday folder and on the FWES News as our school’s recognition of the Veterans and how they demonstrate the IB Learner profile attribute of being a Risk Taker; along with Positivity Character Strengths of bravery, supporting others and leadership. Please open the slide deck here- click the plus sign on the tool bar and create your slide to share (if you are not sure how our 2nd-5th graders can easily help!). Please completed your slide by November 3rd. FWES Veterans Day Slide Deck

Action needed by Oct 28: Take the WCPSS Bell Schedule Survey

As part of the school bell times study, we are seeking input from students, parents, and staff regarding start and end times for elementary, middle, and high schools. Please provide your input by Oct 28.

Kindergarten registration begins Oct. 14

Kindergarten registration for the 2023-24 school year opens on Friday, Oct. 14. All families with children who will turn five on or before Aug. 31, 2023 should register your child online. Use the address lookup tool to find your base school and view your year-round and magnet application school choices. Learn more about the registration process at wcpss.net/kindergarten.

Magnet, year-round and early college schools applications open Oct. 14

Apply for a magnet, year-round or early college school for the 2023-24 school year beginning Friday, Oct. 14. Early college applications are due Dec. 14. Magnet and year-round school applications are due Jan. 25. Learn about magnet themes and schools, the application process, and upcoming information sessions and events at wcpss.net/magnet. Review the timeline for all applications and events for the 2023-24 school year.

WCPSS Magnet Fair is Saturday, October 29th from 9:00am-12:00pm at Enloe High School to explore Magnet Middle School options for our 5th graders!

*Many other magnet events are also shared at the link above for families.

FWES PTA Updates and Information:

Volunteering: Please click here for ways to get involved!

Events/News: Please click here for our updates and calendar of events

Trunk or Treat is on October 26th! Click here for more event details.

Diwali, also known as the Hindu festival of lights is October 22 to October 26 this year. Wishing you all a Happy Diwali from the PTA!

Action needed by Oct 28: Take the WCPSS Bell Schedule Survey

#Vote: Election Day Nov. 8th.

Early Voting begins Oct. 20th. Find information here on early voting sites and public transportation. Same day registration IS available during early voting.

Watch Candidate Forums for each of Wake County’s 9 School Board districts.

FWES PTA is in need of a First Vice President. Please reach out to president@fwespta.org for more information

Friday, October 14, 2022

Mrs. Pierce's Video Message

IB- Principled

P2- Integrity

Bullying Prevention Spirit Week!

Monday, October 17

Put Bullying to Rest- Wear PJs to School

Tuesday, October 18

Team Up Against Bullying- Wear Team Jersey or Shirt
Global Maker Day

Wednesday, October 19

World Unity Day- Wear Orange

Thursday, October 20

Stamp Out Bullying- Wear Crazy Socks
FWES Family Partnership Night- 6:00-8:00pm- Parents and students!!! Come join us and read more below!

Friday, October 21

Be the “I” in Kind at FWES- Wear FWES Spiritwear or colors blue and gold

IB- Principled

P2- Fairness

FWES Fun Run Begins with Apex Fun Run!

New Flat Panels delivered to FWES and installation begins this week:)

Monday, October 24

6:00pm BAC District 9 Meeting- Apex High School

Tuesday, October 25

3rd Grade CogAt Testing 9:45-10:45am

Wednesday, October 26

3rd Grade CogAt Testing 9:45-10:45am
6:00-7:00pm Trunk or Treat FWES PTA Event- front parking lot FWES
- Treats: We need treat donations. There will be a drop-off location by the school’s front office from October 5-21. Treats can include commercially-packaged candy or non-food items such as pencils, erasers, stickers, tattoos, small toys, glow sticks, etc.

Thursday, October 27

7:45-8:45am Handbell Rehearsal
7:35am School Improvement Team Meeting
Read for the Record Day
3rd Grade CogAt Testing 9:45-10:45am

Friday, October 28

PTA Reflections Entries Due (see more info below)

FWES Updates and Information:

Reminder- Photo ID is ALWAYS required for entry into the building

As we send our thoughts to those families who lost loved ones last night in our community due to violence, it is important to revisit and remember that our school will do all we can to maintain safety of our campus for students and staff.

Beginning late last year after another horrific event, it was recommended that schools require ID before entry is allowed to maintain safety. At FWES there is nothing more important than the safety of our wonderful school family and we took that recommendation seriously- and continue to do so each day.

Thank you for your cooperation with office staff who may recognize you but are checking ID for EACH and EVERY person before allowing entry as a process for the safety of your student and all others.

Hug your family close this weekend!

Family Partnership Night is THURSDAY, October 20th!

Based on feedback from families, we have made adjustments to create an evening of opportunities to engage families- and students- as our partners at FWES. Please check the Friday Folder to find a hard copy of the many participatory events available for families on Thursday evening. ALL FWES staff are going to be involved and look forward to seeing all of our families.

A pair of teachers at each grade level will be sharing grade level information and content
Other teachers on the grade level will be providing some “make and take” experiences for students and families to have support materials for reading and math at home
Specialists will have their classrooms open for families to experience the specials content
Special areas staff will also have open spaces to visit
Counselors will be doing a make and take calm down bottle
And more…..

We have tried to find something to fit everyone’s needs and hope you’ll join us!

Counseling and Student Services OCTOBER NEWSLETTER

Many resources for staff and students through our Counseling and Student Services (CASS) Team at FWES. To access the links you see below- click on the newsletter link above. Thanks!

Bullying Prevention Spirit Week! Check out the spirit days planned for next week and start planning for your participation!

Club Information for 2022-23

Club Application for Club Lottery 2022-23

Hard copies are included in the Friday Folder and the application must be completed and returned by 3:45pm on Thursday, October 20th to be included in the lottery drawing process.

From Academically/Intellectually Gifted Teacher Diane Rowe:

Dear Parents and Guardians:

Would you like to learn more about the WCPSS K-5 AIG (Academically/Intellectually Gifted) program or the Third Grade Explorers program? There will be multiple sessions available for you to select as one of your choices on Thursday, October 20 during our FWES Family Partnership Evening, plus a virtual google meet the morning od Friday, October 21. If you will be unable to attend on either Oct. 20 or 21, you can review the slide decks (linked in the invitation below) that will be presented during the live and virtual meetings.

3 Explorers Parent Meeting Invitation FWES 2022-23

AIG Informational Parent Meeting Invitation 2022-23 FWES

I look forward to sharing this information with you!

Mrs. Diane Rowe, AIG Teacher

Family Academy- en Espanol

FWES PTA Updates and Information:

Trunk or Treat: The candy monsters for our Trunk or Treat event will be standing outside the school every morning through next Friday. Please feed them! We will need all the candy/goodies that we can get More information on Trunk or Treat here and sign up to decorate your trunk here!

PTA Reflections Contest:

Explore the Arts and Express Your Voice through the Reflections Arts Contest!

This year’s theme: Show Your Voice!

The National PTA Reflections Program is an arts recognition and achievement program for PreK-12th grade students. It offers students an opportunity to express themselves creatively in six different art categories and to receive positive recognition for original works of art inspired by a pre-selected theme. The contest begins at the school level. FWES students enter in the appropriate division: Primary (PreK-2^nd), Intermediate (3^rd -5^th) or Special Artist (ECS). Winning art will move up to County level competition, then potentially to State and Nationals! All submissions will be made digitally and entries are due by Oct 28, 2022. For full rules and entry form visit https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/reflections. For more information email reflections@fwespta.org.

REPLAY IT- Share your FWES photos to be shared throughout the FWES Yearbook 2022-23. Read the flier here to see how to easily upload pictures.

National Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15th - Oct. 15, this week:

Oct. 11-19 | NC Latin American Film Festival | Free
Various locations on Duke and UNC-Chapel Hill campuses
Oct. 15, 1pm | Day of the Dead ofrenda workshop | $35 for 1 adult +1 child (flyer) | Diamante Arts & Cultural Center, Raleigh
Watch: “Our America: Todos Unidos” – a celebration of Latino and Hispanic culture from ABC News

Volunteering opportunities

Trunk or Treat: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e44a4ac2da7f9c07-fwes

Stock the staffroom: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/2WLtEIN?ref_=wl_share

FWES Clothes Closet restocking (We are especially looking for Boys L, XL sizes): Signup here - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes1. Contact Anna Watkins at sproutamc@gmail.com for more information.

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e45ada723a1fec34-fwes

Open PTA positions:

Vice President: FWES PTA is in need of a First Vice President. The main function of this role is to simply support the President. This person will attend monthly board meetings and executive committee meetings. They will have a voting voice on the board. They will learn the ins and outs of the PTA and be closely involved with decision making. If this sounds right for you, please reach out to president@fwespta.org for more information

10-7-2022

Kindergarten & 1st Grade: Picture Book Study

Many thanks offered to all of you who have reached out about my status as a Finalist for WCPSS Principal of the Year. While I was not the chosen winner at the event Thursday evening, I can tell you I believe I won 12 years ago when I was appointed the principal of Farmington Woods IB/PYP Magnet Elementary. Our school is such a special place and each day it is a joy to come to work! The staff welcomed me this morning and then there was a pom pom parade after the news where I got to see all students- and was able to hold back my tears of joy until the end- as they held signs and cheered for me. There is no luckier principal than me! Thank you all so much for your support- it is truly a community effort!

With love and appreciation, Winston Pierce

Well before I was selected for this honor and the event date was known, I scheduled a brief vacation- so while it truly is a joy to come to FWES each day- I will be away from the building M-W of next week and return on October 13th. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!

This Week:

IB- Principled

P2- Self Control

National School Lunch Week!

Saturday, October 8

Campus Cleanup 10:00am-12:00pm

Monday, October 10

Indigenous Peoples Day- No School for Students- Teacher Workday

Tuesday, October 11

Wednesday, October 12

Cultural Arts Performance- Music Beyond Borders

Thursday, October 13

Friday, October 14

PTA Board meeting (7:45AM at Inquiry Center - all are welcome!)

The Next Week….

IB- Principled

P2- Integrity

Bullying Prevention Spirit Week!

Monday, October 17

Put Bullying to Rest- Wear PJs to School

Tuesday, October 18

Team Up Against Bullying- Wear Team Jersey or Shirt
Global Maker Day

Wednesday, October 19

World Unity Day- Wear Orange

Thursday, October 20

Stamp Out Bullying- Wear Crazy Socks
FWES Family Partnership Night- 6:00-8:00pm- Parents and students!!! Come join us and read more below!

Friday, October 21

Be the “I” in Kind at FWES- Wear FWES Spiritwear or colors blue and gold

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information:

No School for Students Monday, October 10th- WCPSS Celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day!

October is Bullying Prevention Month- Our counselors are sharing district lessons regarding bullying prevention in classrooms throughout the month.

They are also sponsoring a Bullying Prevention Spirit Week October 17-21- see the calendar of events below and the flier linked above- we look forward to showing how our IB Learners are Principled and Caring and take care of each other through preventing bullying.

FWES Family Partnership Evening! Mark your calendar for October 20th and come to FWES to partner with all of our staff in a variety of activities designed for families AND students.

Be sure to read page 2 of the flier linked above for ALL of the amazing learning partnership events that will be available throughout the evening. Some will be on a schedule and others will be floating and drop in- each designed to connect school learning and the home to support the success of all students!

FWES PTA Updates and Information:

Spirit Wear deliveries are delayed: The spirit wear deliveries were delayed due to the Hurricane. They will be delivered next week.

Outdoor Movie Night is today! Enjoy some Storytelling followed by the screening of the movie Coco at the Greentop this Friday (Oct 7) with your friends! Starts at 6:30PM.

Campus Cleanup this Saturday 10/8 at 10am: We will be planting and spreading mulch. Please bring wheelbarrows and rakes/shovels for moving mulch, and tools for digging into harder ground for planting. Gloves and water bottles are always helpful too. Any questions please contact Anna Watkins at sproutamc@gmail.com

Volunteering opportunities

Stock the staffroom: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/2WLtEIN?ref_=wl_share

FWES Clothes Closet restocking (We are especially looking for Boys L, XL sizes):

Please contact Anna Watkins at sproutamc@gmail.com with questions or for more information.
Signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes1

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e45ada723a1fec34-fwes

From Lost and Found committee:

With the hustle and bustle of the school day students tend to misplace some of their belongings. Items that have been left behind get placed in our Lost and Found. Our Lost and Found is getting quite full with items that have been misplaced, including many items from last year!

We would like to ask you all to have your student visit the lost and found area this week and next to see if their belongings are there.

The deadline to pick up items remaining in the lost and found is 10/7. After this date remaining items will be donated to make room for new items.

DEI (Diversity, equity, & inclusion, PTA Equity team)

Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur—the Day of Atonement—is considered the most important holiday in the Jewish faith. It’s a high holiday that follows Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. This year, it was observed from sundown Tuesday to sundown Wednesday.

What to say? Even if you’re not Jewish, it is respectful to share well wishes to your friends and colleagues who do observe. It’s a time of fasting, thinking, and self-examination, so it’s not exactly a “happy holiday.” A simple Yom Kippur greeting: "Have an easy fast"

National Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15th - Oct. 15.

This month celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of Latino/a/x-Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. This week:

Oct. 6 | 4-8pm | $1 or pay what you can | Old Mill Farm 8913 NC 751, Durham

Hispanic Heritage Month festival at Old Mill Farm with food trucks, music, and more. Ticket sales benefiting nonprofit El Futuro to help support mental health services for the Latino community.

Oct. 11-19 | NC Latin American Film Festival | Free
Various locations on Duke and UNC-Chapel Hill campuses
Oct. 15, 1pm | Day of the Dead ofrenda workshop | $35 for 1 adult +1 child (flier) | Diamante Arts & Cultural Center, Raleigh
Learn how to make your own offering for the traditional Mexican 3-day celebration. Children and adults are welcome
Staying home? Watch: “Our America: Todos Unidos” – a celebration of Latino and Hispanic culture from ABC News

Local Diwali Celebrations Sat., Oct. 8th

Diwali, also known as the Hindu festival of lights, will begin on October 22 and end on October 26 this year. But you can join local celebrations happening this weekend:

Oct. 8, 10am - 10pm | Hum Sub Diwali | Free | Koka Booth Amphitheatre
Oct 8, 3pm | Cary Diwali Celebration 2022 | Free | Downtown Cary, 316 N. Academy St.

PTA Reflections Contest:

Explore the Arts and Express Your Voice through the Reflections Arts Contest!

This year’s theme: Show Your Voice!

The National PTA Reflections Program is an arts recognition and achievement program for PreK-12th grade students. It offers students an opportunity to express themselves creatively in six different art categories and to receive positive recognition for original works of art inspired by a pre-selected theme. The contest begins at the school level. FWES students enter in the appropriate division: Primary (PreK-2^nd), Intermediate (3^rd -5^th) or Special Artist (ECS). Winning art will move up to County level competition, then potentially to State and Nationals! All submissions will be made digitally and entries are due by Oct 28, 2022. For full rules and entry form visit https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/reflections. For more information email reflections@fwespta.org.

Advocacy:

#Vote

Do you know if you’re registered to #vote yet? Not sure? Check your voter registration status by clicking here! Checking Your Registration | NCSBE. November 8, 2022 is election day. Need to update your voter registration? That’s easy too! Forms can be found online and submitted by mail. They are available in both English and Spanish- be sure to click here for more detailed instructions! The deadline to register to vote in the 2022 election is October 14, 2022 at 5pm.

This November all nine Wake County School Board seats are on the ballot. WakeEd Partnership, the Wake County PTA Council and the Raleigh Chamber have joined together to present a series of nonpartisan virtual forums so the candidates can discuss important issues in public education. Forums will be recorded and posted to a special YouTube channel for viewing on-demand. Please take a moment to submit your questions for our School Board candidates at https://forms.gle/46wvG7u3UkyVN3hr6. More details to come!

Open PTA positions:

10-2-2022

Due to power outages, there is no video message this week:)

We hope you all have been safe and have power to meet your needs to start the 1st week in October!

FWES lost a large tree at the front of the school but otherwise our campus had no other damage- other than debris- like everywhere else in our community:)

IB Learner Profile: Principled

Custodian Appreciation Week- Thank you Ms. Anita!

Monday, October 3

Global Read Aloud begins in classrooms

Tuesday, October 4

Wednesday, October 5

World Teacher Day! Show your teacher how much you appreciate them today- don’t forget our Specialists, other Special Teachers, and IAs too!

Thursday, October 6

Friday, October 7

8:30am Kildaire Plaza- International Walk to School Day
6:30pm Family Outdoor Movie Night- Coco

IB- Principled

P2- Self Control

National School Lunch Week!

Monday, October 10

Indigenous Peoples Day- No School for Students- Teacher Workday

Tuesday, October 11

Wednesday, October 12

Cultural Arts Performance- Joe Troop Bluegrass

Thursday, October 13

Friday, October 14

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information:

Mark your Calendar- October 20th 6:00-7:55pm- Family Partnership Night at FWES..... families AND students are invited to attend and participate in a variety of activities you can enjoy together! More information will be available soon!

Global Read Aloud

Each year FWES takes part in the Global Read Aloud. The idea is to have one book to connect the world. Readers from all over make global connections over amazing books. While each teacher chooses how connected they will be, the books remain the same. Beginning on October 3, and ending November 11, these are the books our students will read, along with millions of other students across the globe:

2nd & 3rd Grade: Stuntboy, in the Meantime

4th & 5th Grade: Thirst

CASS SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER

Many resources for staff and students through our Counseling and Student Services (CASS) Team at FWES. To access the links you see below- click on the newsletter link above. Thanks!

October Birthday Reminder- Please review as a reminder that food items are not permitted for birthdays, but there are several other options outlined in this reminder flier.

FWES PTA Updates and Information:

FWES PTA Events Calendar:

October 7 (Friday)

Walk to School (8:30 AM at Kildaire Plaza)

Outdoor Movie Night

movie

October 8 (Saturday)

Campus Cleanup

October 26

Trunk or Treat

trunk

ReplayIT- Share your pictures with the FWES Yearbook team to help add a variety of candids to our final yearbook. The ReplayIt link provides directions on how to upload your pictures to share. Deadline for pictures is March 1, 2023.

pictues

Campus Cleanup:

Next Campus Clean Up date is 10/8 at 10am! We will be planting and spreading mulch. Please bring wheelbarrows and rakes/shovels for moving mulch, and tools for digging into harder ground for planting. Gloves and water bottles are always helpful too. Any questions please contact Anna Watkins at sproutamc@gmail.com

Volunteering opportunities

Stock the staffroom: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/2WLtEIN?ref_=wl_share

FWES Clothes Closet restocking (We are especially looking for Boys L, XL sizes):

Please contact Anna Watkins at sproutamc@gmail.com with questions or for more information.
Signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes1
FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e45ada723a1fec34-fwes

National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15th - Oct. 15):

This month celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of Latino/a/x-Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Upcoming events:

hispanic

Oct. 1 | 5-7pm | free register here | 101 Soccer Park Dr., Cary

Noche Latina – North Carolina Football Club Hispanic Heritage Celebration with live performances from Colombian and Brazilian groups before a 7 p.m. NCFC game

Oct. 1 | 5-7pm | $5 for 10 and under, $15 for adults | 5104 Western Blvd. Ste B, Raleigh

Learn salsa! Family-friendly salsa dance class hosted by Diamante Arts & Cultural Center

Oct. 6 | 4-8pm | $1 or pay what you can | Old Mill Farm 8913 NC 751, Durham

Hispanic Heritage Month festival at Old Mill Farm with food trucks, music, and more. Ticket sales benefiting nonprofit El Futuro to help support mental health services for the Latino community.

Online Learning Lab (ages 9+)

Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino, ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United State. This guide allows learners of all ages to engage with inspirational and informative stories that explore the American Latino experience. Its activities will challenge readers to think about the causes of immigration, design a mural that tells a story about community, and explore profiles of Latinas and Latinos who have made the country what it is today. #AmericanLatinoMuseum

PTA Reflections Contest:

Explore the Arts and Express Your Voice through the Reflections Arts Contest!

This year’s theme: Show Your Voice!

The National PTA Reflections Program is an arts recognition and achievement program for PreK-12th grade students. It offers students an opportunity to express themselves creatively in six different art categories and to receive positive recognition for original works of art inspired by a pre-selected theme. The contest begins at the school level. FWES students enter in the appropriate division: Primary (PreK-2^nd), Intermediate (3^rd -5^th) or Special Artist (ECS). Winning art will move up to County level competition, then potentially to State and Nationals! All submissions will be made digitally and entries are due by Oct 28, 2022. For full rules and entry form visit https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/reflections. For more information email reflections@fwespta.org.

Advocacy:

#Vote

Open PTA positions:

Vice President: FWES PTA is in need of a First Vice President. The main function of this role is to simply support the President. This person will attend monthly board meetings and executive committee meetings. They will have a voting voice on the board. They will learn the ins and outs of the PTA and be closely involved with decision making. If this sounds right for you, please reach out to president@fwespta.org for more information

9-23-2022

Spirit Night (29th September):

Week of September 26-30

IB Learner Profile: Inquirer

Positivity Project Character Strength: Other People Matter

Note: Mrs. Pierce is out doing an IB/PYP Evaluation Visit of another PYP school September 26th-28th. Thank you!

Monday, September 26

Teacher Workday- No School for Students!

Tuesday, September 27

Wednesday, September 28

Fall School Picture Day!
- Order on line mylifetouch.com FWES Code: EVTPPKXX4

Thursday, September 29

Spirit Night at Sassool 4-8pm- support FWES and grab a delicious dinner

Friday, September 30

Q1 Interim Reports Home with Students (mid-quarter progress on 1st Quarter Standards)
College Shirt Day!
Thank you Mrs. Grice! Happy Retirement!

Next Week:

IB Learner Profile: Principled

Custodian Appreciation Week- Thank you Ms. Anita!

Monday, October 3

Global Read Aloud begins in classrooms (details in next week’s folder)

Tuesday, October 4

Wednesday, October 5

World Teacher Day! Show your teacher how much you appreciate them today- don’t forget our Specialists, other Special Teachers, and IAs too!

Thursday, October 6

Friday, October 7

8:30am Kildaire Plaza- International Walk to School Day
6:30pm Family Outdoor Movie Night- Coco

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information:

Thank you Mrs. Grice! We are so thankful that Mrs. Grice has been part of the Farmington Woods community for almost 40 years. She started as a dedicated volunteer and then became the Media Specialist. She has helped countless children find books that became their favorites and encouraged others to dive into content to do research on their inquiries. In addition, she has been a mentor, sounding board and resource to staff in so many ways.

Mrs. Grice is retiring on Friday, September 30th and while she will miss this place that is like a 2nd home; she is looking forward to spending more time with her family and grandchildren.

We appreciate her work and are excited for her to begin a new book series with this next chapter!

*Mrs. Grice respectfully does not want a large celebration or send off and as a school we will respect her wishes. If your family would like to wish her well and thank her for the difference she has made, please consider donating a book in her honor to the Inquiry Center or send cards, notes and/or pictures that she can add to her home library to remind her of the difference she has made for so many!

College Shirt Day! IB learners never stop learning and many of our IB learners will continue learning after high school graduation in college. To begin those conversations and learn about the many college options, FWES will sponsor College Shirt Day the last Friday of every month. We encourage our staff and students to share college shirts and to talk about them with others.

Of course FWES spirit wear is also welcomed on any Friday, too!

Hispanic Heritage Month continues this weekend.

In the Raleigh area there are some events you might be interested to learn about:

Do you like to read, dance, and be creative? The Duraleigh Rd. Library in Raleigh is having an event to celebrate HHM this Saturday afternoon. Check it out!

Do you like international foods and music? Check out this festival! St. Eugene's International Food and Music Festival in Wendell, NC

FWES PTA Updates and Information:

Have some Mediterranean Food from Sassool on 29th September for dinner while supporting the school!

sassool

Movie Night (7th October):

We will have an outdoor Movie Night on 7th October at school, showing Coco!

movie

Volunteering opportunities

Fall Picture Day (Sept 28th): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080f4eaaab2aa6fe3-fall

Restock the FWES Clothes Closet!
Please contact Anna Watkins at sproutamc@gmail.com with questions or for more information.
Signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes1
FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e45ada723a1fec34-fwes

Go Play Save

Families, please return any unsold books to the front office, and order envelopes to the blue PTA mailbox if you haven’t done so already!

PTA Reflections Contest:

Explore the Arts and Express Your Voice through the Reflections Arts Contest!

This year’s theme: Show Your Voice!

The National PTA Reflections Program is an arts recognition and achievement program for PreK-12th grade students. It offers students an opportunity to express themselves creatively in six different art categories and to receive positive recognition for original works of art inspired by a pre-selected theme. The contest begins at the school level. FWES students enter in the appropriate division: Primary (PreK-2^nd), Intermediate (3^rd -5^th) or Special Artist (ECS). Winning art will move up to County level competition, then potentially to State and Nationals! All submissions will be made digitally and entries are due by Oct 28, 2022. For full rules and entry form visit https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/reflections. For more information email reflections@fwespta.org.

reflections

Cultural Crafternoon | Wake County Government

Reservations now open for everyone! Reserve your date through the end of the calendar year (excluding dates already reserved by the PTA).

DEI:

National Hispanic Heritage Month started on Sept. 15th and continues through Oct. 15. This month celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of Latino/a/x-Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

Event this weekend:

Sep. 24 | 4-5pm | free | Cultural Crafternoon at Oberlin Regional Library

For kids of all ages:

Or start with the Smithsonian’s virtual Learning Lab

Nuestra América: 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the United States | Smithsonian Learning Lab

hispanic heritage

Advocacy:

Please take a moment to submit your questions for our School Board candidates at https://forms.gle/46wvG7u3UkyVN3hr6. More details to come!

Open PTA positions:

Vice President: FWES PTA is in need of a First Vice President. The main function of this role is to simply support the President. Please reach out to president@fwespta.org for more information

9-19-2022

Friday, September 16, 2022

Week of September 19-23

IB Learner Profile: Inquirer

Positivity Project Character Strength: Love of Learning

Monday, September 19

Lunch Visitors may begin for Kindergarten students*

Tuesday, September 20

7:35am SIT Meeting- Inquiry Center

Wednesday, September 21

Thursday, September 22

PTA General body meeting and Family Picnic 6:00pm Green Top and Playground

Friday, September 23

Week of September 26-30

IB Learner Profile: Inquirer

Positivity Project Character Strength: Other People Matter

*Mrs. Pierce out for IB- Sept 26-28

Monday, September 26

Teacher Workday- No School for Students!

Tuesday, September 27

Wednesday, September 28

Fall School Picture Day!
- Order on line mylifetouch.com FWES Code: EVTPPKXX4

Thursday, September 29

Friday, September 30

Q1 Interim Reports Home with Students (progress so far on 1st Quarter Standards)

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information:

PTA Reflections Content Information (en espanol): The national PTA Reflections contest honors creativity and expression of students. Use the links above to learn more about the program and how your child might consider submitting an entry for review. Entries are due October 28 ,2022

Hispanic Heritage Month- As FWES celebrates the wonderful diversity of our school community, we will be recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month on the FWES News with information and student sharings. Classroom will also incorporate learning experiences, too. The link above provides families with some information and activities that can be done at home to learn together about the Hispanic Culture- have fun with it the next month!

Pencil Box open Tues and Thurs beginning September 20th! Our school has a pencil box that is open between 8:45-9:05am each Tuesday and Thursday. The Pencil Box has school supplies like pencils, erasers, notepads and other items that are school appropriate. Prices run from $.25 to $3.00 (for larger items like pencil pouches). It is exciting for students to shop for their preferred items to add to their classroom school supplies:)

Notes for the Pencil Box:

Cash only is accepted for purchase
Students must be in the line for shopping by 9:05am- those after 9:05am will be sent to their classroom and need to try to arrive earlier another day
- The initial several weeks typically create long lines and there can be many students who don’t get a chance to shop due to the length of the line but rest assured that the lines get shorter and the novelty wears off and there are still 33 more weeks of shopping left in our school year at the Pencil Box!
If items become a distraction in the classroom- teachers may as students to put them in the bookbag and keep them at home- such as a mobile phone shaped eraser that a student might pretend talk on during the math lesson:)

Welcome Kindergarten Lunch Visitors! We have now had our two weeks to establish procedures and routines with our kindergartners and would welcome visitors to join them for lunch at the class assigned lunch time:)

Lunch Visitor Reminders:

For Kindergarten visitors- if your child is struggling with separation and/or the length of the school day…. We find that having a visitor at lunch DOES NOT HELP and we ask that you wait until your child is more prepared for your visit. It may be important for all kindergartners that you explain the rules from Mrs. Pierce- that you can meet them in the cafeteria and will have to leave the cafeteria when they line up to go with their teacher back to the classroom- to help any misunderstanding by our students. Tell them is it Mrs. Pierce’s rule to put it on me:)
ID will be required to enter the building
All visitors must sign in at the office and wear the visitor badge visible while in the building
Lunch visitors may only go to the office and cafeteria- lunch visitors may not go to the classroom before or after lunch
Lunch visitors can join their student at the lunch tables or take THEIR student outside to a picnic table or eat at a tall table in the lobby. No other students may go with a family to eat lunch outside of the cafeteria.
The cafeteria is not equipped due to supply shortages to feed visitors for lunch. Please plan to bring your own lunch from home.

FWES PTA Updates and Information

Save the date for PTA General body meeting

Please join us on September 22nd, 6-7:30PM for a PTA general body meeting and FAll picnic. Please review PTA 2022 - 2023 Budget for General Body Approval for the day.

picnic

Spirit Wear:

Please visit: https://www.fwespta.org/spirit-wear to get your spirit wear. Sale ends on Sunday September 18!

Go Play Save

(Please visit https://www.fwespta.org/fundraising/goplaysave for all details)

Families, our GoPlaySave fundraiser deadline is approaching! We have reached almost 75% of our goal and would love your support to make that 100%! Please consider these reasons to participate:

The GoPlaySave coupon book is filled with tons of great buy one get one free coupons to help your friends and family save money and support local businesses throughout the year. Enjoy BOGO to places like:
- Restaurants, putt putt golf, bowling, trampoline parks, ropes courses and more.
Great dollar off your purchase coupons to Lidl Grocery.
There are also great savings to get your haircut, oil changed, golf, clothing boutiques and much more!

Please turn in all orders or any unsold books to the school by next Tuesday, September 20th.

You can also go directly to our school storefront (https://www.goplaysavetriangle.com/fundraisers/farmington-woods-elementary) where you can pay for the paper book with a credit card, purchase the mobile book, or purchase the paper/mobile book bundle to get double the amount of coupons!

PTA Reflections Contest:

Explore the Arts and Express Your Voice through the Reflections Arts Contest!

This year’s theme: Show Your Voice?

The National PTA Reflections Program is an arts recognition and achievement program for PreK-12th grade students. It offers students an opportunity to express themselves creatively in six different art categories and to receive positive recognition for original works of art inspired by a pre-selected theme. The contest begins at the school level. FWES students enter in the appropriate division: Primary (PreK-2^nd), Intermediate (3^rd -5^th) or Special Artist (ECS). Winning art will move up to County level competition, then potentially to State and Nationals! All submissions will be made digitally and entries are due by Oct 28, 2022. For full rules and entry form visit https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/reflections. For more information email reflections@fwespta.org.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/2WLtEIN?ref_=wl_share

Reservations now open for everyone! Reserve your date through the end of the calendar year (excluding dates already reserved by the PTA).

Advocacy:

Please take a moment to submit your questions for our School Board candidates at https://forms.gle/46wvG7u3UkyVN3hr6. More details to come!

Volunteering opportunities

Restock the FWES Clothes Closet!

Please contact Anna Watkins at sproutamc@gmail.com with questions or for more information.
Signup: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes1

FWES Community Garden needs help! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e45ada723a1fec34-fwes

Stock the staffroom: Let’s show our amazing teachers and staff how much we appreciate their tireless work day in and day out with some delicious snacks and goodies for the staffroom! We have created an Amazon Wishlist - purchases will be shipped directly to the school :-)

Open PTA positions:

Vice President: FWES PTA is in need of a First Vice President. The main function of this role is to simply support the President. This person will attend monthly board meetings and executive committee meetings. They will have a voting voice on the board. They will learn the ins and outs of the PTA and be closely involved with decision making. If this sounds right for you, please reach out to president@fwespta.org for more information

Community Garden Chair: The main role of the Community Garden Chair is to support, maintain, and enhance learning opportunities utilizing the Community Garden at FWES. Specific responsibilities include: Managing Sign Up Genius for Volunteer Watering Schedule and Harvesting Source Supplies for Planting and Caretaking, Seasonal Upkeep and Planning Facilitating Garden Volunteer Opportunities for Staff and Students/ Does This Sound Like You? For more information contact: services@fwespta.org

9-9-2022 FWES Friday Folder

Mrs. Pierce's Video Message

Mark your Calendars:

Chinese Mid-Autumn Mooncake Festival begins- Saturday, September 10th!

9/11 Day of Rembrance and Service is Sunday, September 11th!

Week of September 12-16

IB Learner Profile: Inquirer

Positivity Project Character Strength: Curiosity

Monday, September 12

Lunch Visitors for 1st-5th Grades may join for lunch*

Tuesday, September 13

6:00pm Board Advisory Council Meeting- District 9- Cary High School

Wednesday, September 14

Thursday, September 15

International Dot Day- Wear Dots Today to celebrate Creativity!!!
Hispanic Heritage Month Begins

Friday, September 16

Instructional Assistant Appreciation Day!

Week of September 19-23

IB Learner Profile: Inquirer

Positivity Project Character Strength: Love of Learning

Monday, September 19

Lunch Visitors may begin for Kindergarten students*

Tuesday, September 20

7:35am SIT Meeting- Inquiry Center

Wednesday, September 21

Thursday, September 22

PTA General body meeting and Family Picnic 6:00pm Green Top and Playground

Friday, September 23

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information

Lunch Visitors (1st-5th September 12th and Kinder, September 19th)- We have been working for the last two weeks with our 1st-5th graders to establish routines and procedures in the cafeteria. We are ready to invite families to join us for lunch as your schedule might allow for 1st-5th graders only. Kindergarten families can begin the week of September 19th.

Some lunch visitor reminders:

You must sign in at the office and you are only allowed to walk to the cafeteria. Volunteer clearance is not required for a lunch visit- so all are welcome- just know you must only go to the cafeteria to meet the class and leave from there- you may not go to the classroom before or after lunch.
There is no option for adults to purchase lunch in the cafeteria at this time- so please bring your own lunch for your visit. You may bring a lunch for your child, too.
- No food may be brought to be shared with other students.
Families may sit at the class assigned table in the cafeteria or may choose to take YOUR student out to the picnic tables outside the cafeteria to have lunch.
- No other students may accompany you outside.

Thank you for your cooperation and we hope you can join us soon!

Out of This World Educator Awards- First Bank

We encourage you to consider nominating someone in your school for First Bank's “Out of This World Educator” Awards. This is a chance to honor and celebrate the best, brightest, most amazing educators who inspire learning every day.

Winners will be celebrated at a special awards ceremony in October and will be awarded $5,000. Nomination deadline is Sunday, Sept. 18. Visit https://localfirstbank.com/projectlaunch/awards/to begin the nomination process.

To qualify for a nomination, the nominee can live anywhere in the Carolinas and serve students of any age in traditional or non-traditional learning environments. This includes current or former teachers, professors, instructional assistants, coaches, counselors, mentors, tutors, administrators, facilitators, directors and more.

Action Wednesdays at FWES! As an IB school, we encourage our students to learn and to take action with their learning or based on their learning. Action can be to make themselves a better learner, make our school a better place, make the community a better place or make the world a better place. We take time each Wednesday on the FWES News to highlight action our IB Learners are taking.

Use this link embedded in the action image on the website to share action your IB Learner has taken and please share a photo that can be used in the slide deck, if you can. As soon as we begin to receive action items they will be added to the FWES News broadcast and to the slide deck. Click on the “Action Wednesdays” link above to view previous actions shared at FWES.

The PTA Reflections Art Contest- “Show Your Voice”- Due by October 28th

The National PTA Reflections Program is an arts recognition and achievement program for PreK-12th grade students. It offers students an opportunity to express themselves creatively in six different art categories and to receive positive recognition for original works of art inspired by a pre-selected theme.
The 2022–2023 Reflections Contest theme is Show Your Voice… Students are invited to reflect on this theme and create work(s) of art in one or more of the available categories:
- Dance Choreography,
- Film Production,
- Literature,
- Music Composition,
- Photography, and/or
- Visual Arts.
The contest begins at the school level. FWES students enter in the appropriate division: Primary (PreK-2nd), Intermediate (3rd-5th) or Special Artist (ECS). Winning art will move up to County level competition, then potentially to State and Nationals!
Each entry must have a title and be accompanied by an artist statement (between 10-100 words). The artist statement communicates what inspired the work, how it relates to the theme, and the content of the work. The artist's statement carries a lot of weight in the judging process, so write carefully!

All submissions will be made digitally and entries are due by Oct 28, 2022. For full rules and entry form visit https://www.fwespta.org/programsevents/reflections. For more information email reflections@fwespta.org.

You can view last year's winners at https://ncpta.org/programs-events/reflections-arts-program/2021-2022-state-reflections-winners/

FWES PTA Updates and Information

Save the Date!!!!

Outdoor Movie Night on the Greentop Oct. 7th! More details coming soon!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ADA723A1FEC34-fwes1

PTA Members: ability to make priority reservations ends on September 9th!

Reservations for the Spirit Rock will be open for PTA members ONLY from August 29th through September 9th. PTA members: you can reserve your date through the end of the calendar year (excluding dates already reserved by the PTA). Starting September 10th, reservations will be open to everyone! Join the FWES PTA here if you want to take advantage of the early reservation window for PTA members.

Go Play Save

(Please visit https://www.fwespta.org/fundraising/goplaysave for all details)

Our GoPlaySave Fundraiser is in full swing and will continue until September 20th. By now, you should have received a GoPlaySave fundraising packet from your child. Please take a minute to read the fundraising letter and scan the QR code to set up your child’s student link and share it with friends and family! You can also find more information on our PTA website..

Please keep these tips for participating and selling in mind:

50% from every sale goes directly back to my school's PTA.
The GoPlaySave coupon book is filled with tons of great buy one get one free coupons to help your friends and family save money and support local businesses.
It only takes using 2-3 coupons to save enough money to make back the purchase price of the book, but there are over 1,000 coupons available and they aren't all restaurants (hardware stores, office supply stores, bowling, ballet, trampoline parks, escape rooms, planetarium, rock climbing, water parks and so much more)!
The mobile edition has a "Near Me" feature that lets you view which coupons are available for businesses in your immediate vicinity.
If you buy a paper book, keep it in your car so you will always have it handy for all of the savings!

Thank you for your support!

Volunteering opportunities

Let's work together to restock the FWES Clothes Closet! The Clothes Closet is used throughout the school year for emergency clothing changes as needed. Please review the Sign Up Genius for current needs. Please only donate VERY GENTLY USED OR NEW clothing and socks, and only BRAND NEW IN PACKAGE underwear. Please contact Anna Watkins at sproutamc@gmail.com with questions or for more information.

The FWES Community Garden is going strong but we NEED YOUR HELP to keep it growing and thriving. We are piloting a new sign up idea in which families/volunteers sign up for a week at a time. You can also pair up with another family to share a week! When your week comes up, keep an eye on the weather and check in with either Meredith Wilson or Amy Long to see about what needs watering and when (if you are unsure). And - if something comes up and you can't make your weekly watering commitment, no problem! Just let us know as soon as you know and we will arrange for coverage - or arrange for a swap. IF YOU ARE NEW TO WATERING AND NEED A DEMO, LET US KNOW AND WE'LL MAKE IT HAPPEN!! Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e45ada723a1fec34-fwes

Spirit Wear

Please visit: https://www.fwespta.org/spirit-wear to get your spirit wear. Sale ends on Sunday September 18!

spirit wear

Open PTA positions:

Vice President: FWES PTA is in need of a First Vice President. The main function of this role is to simply support the President. This person will attend monthly board meetings and executive committee meetings. They will have a voting voice on the board. They will learn the ins and outs of the PTA and be closely involved with decision making. If this sounds right for you, please reach out to president@fwespta.org for more information
Community Garden Chair: The main role of the Community Garden Chair is to support, maintain, and enhance learning opportunities utilizing the Community Garden at FWES. Specific responsibilities include: Managing Sign Up Genius for Volunteer Watering Schedule and Harvesting Source Supplies for Planting and Caretaking, Seasonal Upkeep and Planning Facilitating Garden Volunteer Opportunities for Staff and Students/ Does This Sound Like You? For more information contact: services@fwespta.org

9-2-2022 FWES Friday Folder

Mark your Calendars:

Week of September 5-9

IB Learner Profile: Inquirer

Substitute Teacher Appreciation Week

Monday, September 5

No School- Labor Day Holiday

Tuesday, September 6

All Kindergartners Report for their 1st Day of Kindergarten!
Kindergarten Kick Off- for PARENTS of Kindergartners- 9:15am- Inquiry Center!
11:00am Kindergarten Got Questions?

Wednesday, September 7

Thursday, September 8

2:00pm Kindergarten Got Questions?

Friday, September 9

3rd Grade Beginning of Grade Reading Test 9:30-11:30am

Week of September 12-16

IB Learner Profile: Inquirer

Positivity Project Character Strength: Curiosity

Monday, September 12

Lunch Visitors for 1st-5th Grades may join for lunch

Tuesday, September 13

6:00pm Board Advisory Council Meeting- District 9- Cary High School

Wednesday, September 14

Thursday, September 15

International Dot Day- Wear Dots Today!!!
Hispanic Heritage Month Begins

Friday, September 16

Instructional Assistant Appreciation Day!

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information

Low Balance/Charged Lunches Letters: Students who have charged lunches this week or who have a low lunch account balance will receive notices in the Friday Folder each week. If you have a low balance, please add money to your child’s account. If you have charged lunches (you are allowed to charge only up to 3 meals)- you will need to repay that balance and then add additional funds to your child’s account.

More info here: Meal charges policy | Cuentas de Alimentos

Free Meal Application for 2022-23: If your family is in need of food assistance at school, you must complete a new Free Meal Application for the 2022-23 school year. If you do not submit and become eligible, students will need to pay for lunch each day: Breakfast $1.50 and Lunch $3.00 each day.

Power Pack Food Program/Programa de Comida- If your student is in need of additional food at home, please use this form to let our Student Services team know so the student can be enrolled in our Power Pack program to receive food items each week to supplement.

Additional Walker Permission- complete by 5pm on Monday for implementation on Tuesday, September 6th.

Kindergarten Kick Off for Parents! Tuesday, September 6th from 9:00-9:45am in the FWES Inquiry Center. Join other kindergarten parents and our school counselors for coffee, donuts and bagels for: meet and greet, strategies for a successful transition to kindergarten and some Q & A. Please plan to stay after walking your kindergartner to the classroom on Tuesday!

FWES PTA Updates and Information

Join the PTA!: https://www.fwespta.org

Go Play Save

(Please visit https://www.fwespta.org/fundraising/goplaysave for all details)

Our GoPlaySave Fundraiser has started with a bang and will continue until September 20th. Kindergarten families who were not able to pick up their packets at their Meet the Teacher today should get an envelope sent home with their student on Tuesday. Please go to https://www.fwespta.org/fundraising/goplaysave for more information and keep these tips for selling in mind.

50% from every sale goes directly back to my school's PTA
It only takes using 2-3 coupons to save enough money to make back the purchase price of the book, but there are over 1,000 coupons available and they aren't all restaurants (hardware stores, office supply stores, bowling, ballet, trampoline parks, escape rooms, planetarium, rock climbing, water parks and so much more)!
The mobile edition has a "Near Me" feature that lets you view which coupons are available for businesses in your immediate vicinity. This is great for when you are in a new area and don't know where to go eat.
If you buy a paper book, keep it in your car so you will always have it handy for all of the savings!

Thank you for your support!

Spirit Wear

Please visit: https://www.fwespta.org/spirit-wear to get your spirit wear! The sale runs through September 11th!

Open PTA positions:

Vice President: FWES PTA is in need of a First Vice President. The main function of this role is to simply support the President. This person will attend monthly board meetings and executive committee meetings. They will have a voting voice on the board. They will learn the ins and outs of the PTA and be closely involved with decision making. If this sounds right for you, please reach out to president@fwespta.org for more information
Community Garden Chair: The main role of the Community Garden Chair is to support, maintain, and enhance learning opportunities utilizing the Community Garden at FWES. Specific responsibilities include: Managing Sign Up Genius for Volunteer Watering Schedule and Harvesting Source Supplies for Planting and Caretaking, Seasonal Upkeep and Planning Facilitating Garden Volunteer Opportunities for Staff and Students/ Does This Sound Like You? For more information contact: services@fwespta.org

8-26-2022

Friday Folder- August 26th

Mark your Calendars:

Monday, August 29

1st-5th Grade 1st Day of 2022-23 School Year!
Kindergarten Staggered Entry Last Names A-C

Tuesday, August 30

Kindergarten Staggered Entry Last names D-L
FWES PTA Go Play Save Coupon Book Fundraiser Begins

Wednesday, August 31

Kindergarten Staggered Entry Last names M-R

Thursday, September 1

Kindergarten Staggered Entry Last names S-Z

Friday, September 2

7:45am FWES PTA Board Meeting- FWES Inquiry Center
8:30am Walk to School Day #1- Meet at Kildaire Plaza and walk with Mr. Eller- Parents must walk with students. Enjoy!
11:45am Kindergarten Class Rosters Posted at Front Doors
12:00-1:00pm Kindergarten Meet the Teacher Event (for parents and students)
Walk to School day
1:45pm- Early Release for 1st-5th Graders

Monday, September 5

No School- Labor Day Holiday

Tuesday, September 6

All Kindergartners Report for their 1st Day of Kindergarten!
Kindergarten Kick Off- for PARENTS of Kindergartners- 9:15am- Inquiry Center!

FWES Friday Folder Updates and Information

FWES School Day Security Update:

It is our responsibility to keep our campus secure and safe each day. As we approach the 1st day of school, it is important to review and consider how we can work together to keep our campus safe each day.

Procedures at FWES for 2022-23:

FWES has had an additional 40 security cameras installed during the summer to allow maximum surveillance of indoor and outdoor campus areas.
Photo ID will be required for ALL visitors before being allowed access to the building. Please make sure you bring a photo ID when you visit FWES this year!
- Photo ID will be required at the door before entry is allowed for signing students in/out from school at the front office.
- During dismissal, families without carpool tags or who are late to pick up students from walkers and/or carpool must show photo ID to have a student signed out. Please bring ID when coming to FWES for dismissal.
Entry to the building while waiting on dismissal walkers will not be allowed. Please make sure bathroom needs for young children are taken care of before coming for dismissal.

Thank you for your cooperation with school staff each day as we maintain a secure campus for students and staff!

Updated Technology Security, too:

Email firewalls have been blocking email delivery to many school staff, particularly emails generated from yahoo.com accounts and organizations to who send large batches of email through a program. If you send an email and do not hear from a staff member in 48 hours, please try to send again and call the school to check on it:) There are several steps needed to allow emails that get blocked to be able to go through- so your patience is appreciated.

No streaming outside of building :( In the 2022-23 school year, the FWES Morning News can no longer be streamed outside of our in school network. If you want to watch the news it will be broadcast in the Lobby each morning!

Transportation Information- procedures with video links to show process!

FWES Walker Permission for 2022-23 (2nd-5th grade only)- complete if your child is a walker after school and has permission to leave campus without being with an adult to walk home. Complete no later than Sunday, August 28th at 12:00noon!

Got Questions Sessions- If you have questions or inquiries about FWES to start the year, please join us at one of our Got Questions Sessions this week to get a live school team member to assist you. These sessions are not intended to be conferences, but a way to get answers to your quick questions.

Tienes preguntas?

Habrá intérpretes disponibles en cada sesión.

Birthdays at School Reminder: A quick reminder that birthdays are not celebrated during the school day. Please do not send cupcakes or cookies or other items to school for your child’s birthday.

FWES is a Nationally Certified Magnet School!

Excited to share that FWES has once again is proud to announce that it has been recognized as a nationally certified magnet school. Nationally certified magnet schools provide high-quality, innovative educational options to families and students that promote choice, diversity and academic excellence. #CertifiedMagnetSchool

FWES PTA Updates and Information:

Go Play Save

Get ready for our first big fundraiser of the year! We are very excited and appreciate your participation to make this super successful.

The GoPlaySave coupon book fundraiser begins Tuesday, August 30th for families in Grades 1-5 and on Friday, September 2nd for Kindergarten families.
Money raised from the GoPlaySave fundraiser will help fund Cultural Arts Programs, Classroom Start Up Funds and Mini Grants, Family Engagement Events, Staff Appreciation, our Community Garden, and much more.

The Fundraising Packet your child will bring home includes:

A GoPlaySave Paper Coupon Book filled with over $10,000 in local savings to amazing local businesses that include Lidl Grocery, Ruckus, V Pizza, Learning Express, and Game On Escapes.
An information sheet that includes a QR code that you can scan to personally make a purchase, as well as set up a custom link to share with friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers.

Please note that you will receive an email every time someone purchases through your child’s link and additional books will be sent home with your child to fill these orders (mobile activation code will be sent to people that purchase the mobile book).

Thank you in advance for your support!

Open PTA positions:

Vice President: FWES PTA is in need of a First Vice President. The main function of this role is to simply support the President. This person will attend monthly board meetings and executive committee meetings. They will have a voting voice on the board. They will learn the ins and outs of the PTA and be closely involved with decision making. If this sounds right for you, please reach out to president@fwespta.org for more information

Board Advisory Council representative: FWES is in Wake County School Board District 9. Each district has an advisory council who works with the School Board Member throughout the year. FWES needs a new representative to participate with Mrs. Pierce and report back to the PTA and families from the 4 scheduled meetings in 2022-23 (Sept. 13, Oct. 24, Jan. 23 and March 20). If you are interested, please read the guidelines from WCPSS School Board policy linked below AND email Sarah Barrett, PTA President at president@fwespta.org by September 1st to share your interest and confirm your understanding of the attendance requirements and responsibilities. If more than one parent is interested in serving in this role, the PTA Board of Directors and Mrs. Pierce will work to identify a representative for FWES. Representatives must then complete a nomination form and it must be approved by District 9 School Board representative- Karen Carter. Board Advisory Council WCPSS Board Policy and Guidelines

Community Garden Chair: The main role of the Community Garden Chair is to support, maintain, and enhance learning opportunities utilizing the Community Garden at FWES. Specific responsibilities include: Managing Sign Up Genius for Volunteer Watering Schedule and Harvesting Source Supplies for Planting and Caretaking, Seasonal Upkeep and Planning Facilitating Garden Volunteer Opportunities for Staff and Students/ Does This Sound Like You? For more information contact: services@fwespta.org

https://www.yubbler.com/school/farmington-woods-elementary

Yubbler for FWES School Supplies:

Make back to school shopping easy! Shop with Yubbler and give back to the FWES PTA at the same time. All the supplies from the FWES school supply list can be purchased at one time and shipped to you. Save 5% if you purchase before July 30th.

Join us for our first Walk to School Day on September 2nd!

Meet us by 8:30am at the back left corner of the Farmington Woods Drive/Kildaire Farm Road plaza at the Torero's Mexican restaurant (the plaza where Starbucks is). Email Cheryl Schoen at bmdcarter2000@hotmail.com for more info!

8-20-2022

Summer Update- August 19th