FWES Family/Student Handbook 2025-26 (will be updated by August 1, 2025)

• FWES Handbook Highlights EN/ESP

 

2025-2026 WCPSS Traditional Calendar

Back to School Events 2025-26

FWES School Supply Lists 2025-26   

                                Yubbler- PTA ordering resource for school supplies

2025-26 Free/Reduced Lunch Application (application required EACH year) 

FWES PTA Information 25-26

 

Friday, August 22, 2025

Mrs. Pierce’s Video Message 

FWES Friday Folder    Kindergarten Staggered Entry Information 25-26   Mon, August 25- 1st Day of School for 1st-5th Graders!                                Last Names A-C for Kinder Staggered Entry                               11:00-11:45am FWES Got Questions?  Tues, August 26- Last Names D-L for Kinder Staggered Entry                                12:30-1:15pm FWES Got Questions? Wed, August 27 - Last Names M-R for Kinder Staggered Entry                                2:30-3:15pm FWES Got Questions?  Thurs, August 28- 9:30 4th Grade GOLD Assembly                                2:15pm 1st Grade GOLD Assembly Fri, August 29-    12:45pm- Kinder Rosters with Teacher Assignment                                   Posted at Front of School                                1:00pm- Doors Open for Kindergarten Meet your                                    Teacher   Mon, September 1- Labor Day Holiday- No School Tues, Sept. 2- ALL Kindergartners report for their 1st Day!                          9:20am- Kinder Adults (parents, grandparents, guardians,                              etc.) Kindergarten Kick Off Event with FWES Counselors-                              In Inquiry Center after drop off!  FWES Friday Folder Updates:    FWES Got Questions?- As you start the year, do you have questions we can answer for you about processes, procedures, etc? There will be school leadership on line at the times listed below to answer your general school questions. Please pop in so we can assist you!    The links to these virtual open meetings are included here, but will not be posted on the website for safety. Please refer to the emailed version of the Friday Folder if you want to join in one of the sessions.    Monday, August 25th- 11:00-11:45am Tuesday, August 26th- 12:30-1:15pm Wednesday, August 27th- 2:30-3:15pm     Please join FWES Counselors so you can learn how to get involved with the Kindergarten team, important information about communication from the classroom, and meet fellow families!   Quarter 1 Standards and IB Units What will your child be learning in the first 9 weeks of school? See each grade level standards here for 1st Quarter (Aug 25-Oct 31).    FWES Birthday Reminders- August/September Birthdays- We do not have birthday parties or celebrations at FWES during the school day. We have processes for recognizing students, but remind families that sweet treats may not be sent to school. There are suggestions that align with our instructional programming if you are interested in recognizing your child’s birthday by donating a book to the Inquiry Center, reading a book to the class and donating it to the classroom library or sharing pencils/erasers/fun notebooks with classmates. Please review the information included in this reminder notice- it will be sent at the beginning of each month as a reminder throughout the year. Thank you for your cooperation!    Girls on the Run Program: After school opportunity being provided at FWES on Mondays and Wednesdays through the Girls on the Run organization.  Registration opens August 25, 2025.  Mentors and Coaches needed   Note- The Girls on the Run program is not endorsed or connected to FWES or WCPSS but an independent program renting space on the campus of FWES to operate.    FWES Transportation Information: ***Expect delays at dismissal this week and next.  Bus Rider Procedures  Routes will have new students and new drivers and may take longer in the AM and PM- please monitor on Here Comes the Bus for accuracy.  Carpool Procedures Registration will be available in the school lobby between 8:45-9:15am daily this week if you did not register for a carpool #.  Pick up will be slow as students become familiar with new #s and new students and new families become familiar with our processes.  *** If your child is a carpooler- you MAY NOT park and get your child out of the carpool area with your carpool tag. Please remain in your car and be patient! It WILL get better in a few weeks!  Walker Procedures It is VERY crowded on the street and parking lots- plan AHEAD to arrive to meet your student at 3:40pm. If you are not available by 3:45pm, students will be sent back to the classroom to wait with their teacher. Late walker pick ups will need Photo ID to pick them up after they have returned to the classroom.  If you do not give walker permission to your 2nd-5th Grader to walk away from school without an adult by 5:00pm SUNDAY, you will need to plan to meet them on the porch- they will NOT be allowed to walk alone.  The form will reopen for new walker permission each evening next week by 7:00pm and will close at 12:00noon each day.

FWES PTA   You belong in PTA!  Join the PTA before September 15 and you’ll be automatically entered to win fun raffle prizes and get prioritized access to reserve the FWES Spirit Rock.    Whether you’re ready to volunteer often, help occasionally, or simply show your support by joining, there’s a place for you. There are no requirements.  Volunteer Signup   Do you know a local business that would support our amazing school? Sponsorships help us provide better resources, programs, and opportunities for our students and staff - and in return, local businesses get great exposure and the satisfaction of making a real difference.  Contact us to find out more!   Find out more about your new teacher’s favorite things - Teachers and Staff Preferences List   Help our staff start the year off right - stock the staffroom from our Amazon wishlist.   Follow us to stay informed!  Website  Facebook  Instagram  Linktree

 

 

 

Friday, August 15, 2025

Mrs. Pierce’s Video Message 

FWES Friday Folder 

 

FWES Calendar Notes: 

Office Hours 9:00am-3:00pm

 

Sat, August 16- 8:00-10:30am Campus Clean Up Day! 

 

Mon, August 18- Medication Early Drop Off 9am-3pm

Tues, August 19- FWES Office Closed for full day Staff Meeting

Wed, August 20- 4:30pm Rosters Posted Front Doors

                             4:30-6:30pm Welcome Back PTA Picnic- Playground

Thurs, August 21- FWES Office Opens 10:30am

                                           4:00-6:00pm Meet the Teacher 1st-5th

                                                     Open House for Kinder

                                   School Supply List 25-26; Order from PTA Yubbler

Friday, August 22- FWES Office closed 8:30am-12:30pm Required Staff Trainings

 

Mon, August 25- 1st Day of School for 1st-5th Graders! 

 

Kindergarten Staggered Entry Information 25-26

 

FWES Friday Folder Updates: 

 

Medication Early Drop Off- August 15 or 18 (9:00am-3:00pm) or at Open House

The front office will accept medication for students on August 15th and 18th for those who want to get a head start on Open House. Please review the Medication Drop Off Requirements to be prepared for drop off. The procedure below is required for any and ALL medications dropped off at school for students throughout the school year. 

 

Quarter 1 Standards and IB Units- Review the academic standards and IB Units of Inquiry that each grade levels will learn in Quarter 1 of 2025-26. 

 

Got Questions- The week of August 25th there will be FWES Got Questions virtual times on the calendar for families to ask questions to help with the transition to the start of the school year. Links will be shared via email and/or Talking Points (with the new system, my access to talking points is not working currently); for security, they will not be posted publicly for access:) 

 

FWES Birthday Reminders- August/September Birthdays- We do not have birthday parties or celebrations at FWES during the school day. We have processes for recognizing students, but remind families that sweet treats may not be sent to school. There are suggestions that align with our instructional programming if you are interested in recognizing your child’s birthday by donating a book to the Inquiry Center, reading a book to the class and donating it to the classroom library or sharing pencils/erasers/fun notebooks with classmates. Please review the information included in this reminder notice- it will be sent at the beginning of each month as a reminder throughout the year. Thank you for your cooperation! 

 

Registering for the YMCA Before and After School Programs. Through this link you have access to information about the program and the registration process- FWES YMCA Programs

 

Girls on the Run Program: After school opportunity being provided at FWES on Mondays and Wednesdays through the Girls on the Run organization. 

Registration opens August 25, 2025. 

Mentors and Coaches needed

 

Note- The Girls on the Run program is not endorsed or connected to FWES or WCPSS but an independent program renting space on the campus of FWES to operate. 

 

Important Documents to Read and Review for 2025-26: 

 

FWES Family Handbook 2025-26

FWES Handbook Highlights 2025-26 (most critical info from handbook)

 

FWES & WCPSS Personal Electronic Devices Policy- New 2025-26! 

 

FWES Transportation Information:

• Bus Rider Procedures    
• Routes for 25-26 will be posted today in Infinite Campus- create a log in to access
• Carpool Procedures
• Pre-register for a carpool tag (by 8/18 to pick up at Open House)- or Register at Open House; link for registration is in the Carpool Document
• Walker Procedures
• Parent Permission Form to Walk away from campus without meeting an adult- for 2nd-5th graders only- link for permission is in the Walker document- note- if an adult will be meeting the student, no need to fill out the form! 

 

FWES PTA

 

You belong in PTA!  Join the PTA before September 15 and you’ll be automatically entered to win fun raffle prizes and get prioritized access to reserve the FWES Spirit Rock. 

 

Campus Work Day - August 16 at 8am!  Take action and get the school looking great before students return. Bring gloves, any yard tools you have, and a willingness to pitch in.  Sign up here. More information - Garden & Grounds

 

We can’t wait to see you at our back to school Family Picnic -  August 20 from 4:30 - 6:30pm. Everyone is welcome!  

 

Help our staff start the year off right - stock the staffroom from our Amazon wishlist.

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Friday, August 8, 2025 

Mrs. Pierce’s Video Message 

FWES Friday Folder 

FWES Calendar Notes: 

Office Hours 9:00am-3:00pm

Office Closed- August 19th all day; August 22nd Office opens at 12:30pm 

 

Mon, August 11- School Improvement Team Meeting 

                             5:00pm Neighborhood Visit (Portree Pl and Blue Bird Ct)

Tues, August 12- 5:00pm Neighborhood Visit (Dix Park Area- Curfman St)

Fri, August 15- FWES Bus Routes Published for 25-26

                          Early Medication Drop Off  9am-3pm

Sat, August 16- 8:00-10:30am Campus Clean Up Day! 

 

Mon, August 18- Early Medication Drop Off 9am-3pm

Tues, August 19- FWES Office Closed for full day Staff Meeting

Wed, August 20- 4:30pm Rosters Posted Front Doors

                             4:30-6:30pm Welcome Back PTA Picnic- Playground

Thurs, August 21-4:00-6:00pm Meet the Teacher 1st-5th

                                                     Open House for Kinder

                                 School Supply List 25-26; Order from PTA Yubbler

Friday, August 22- Office closed 8:30am-12:30pm Required Staff Trainings

 

Mon, August 25- 1st Day of School for 1st-5th Graders! 

Kindergarten Staggered Entry Schedule M-Th

 

Meet the Teacher/Open House Reminders

 

Bus Routes- To protect student safety, bus routes for 25-26 are only visible through the Parent Portal of Infinite Campus. They are posted today, so please claim your account to see your bus assignment and route times. 

Neighborhood Visits next week! - Come out to see us in YOUR neighborhood! We will be bringing backpacks, school supplies and some surprises, too! 

 

Registering for the YMCA Before and After School Programs. Through this link you have access to information about the program and the registration process- FWES YMCA Programs

Girls on the Run Program: After school opportunity being provided at FWES on Mondays and Wednesdays through the Girls on the Run organization. 

Registration opens August 25, 2025. 

Mentors and Coaches needed

Note- The Girls on the Run program is not endorsed or connected to FWES or WCPSS but an independent program renting space on the campus of FWES to operate. 

 

Important Documents to Read and Review for 2025-26: 

FWES Family Handbook 2025-26

FWES Handbook Highlights 2025-26 (most critical info from handbook)

FWES & WCPSS Personal Electronic Devices Policy- New 2025-26!

 

FWES Transportation Information:

• Bus Rider Procedures    
• Routes for 25-26 will be posted today in Infinite Campus- create a log in to access
• Carpool Procedures
• Pre-register for a carpool tag (by 8/18 to pick up at Open House)- or Register at Open House
• Walker Procedures
• Parent Permission Form to Walk without meeting an adult- for 2nd-5th graders only

 

Welcome New FWES Staff for 25-26:

Nicole Carmona, Lead Secretary

Bailee Alphin, Cross Categorical Kindergarten Teacher

Camile Thompson, Cross Categorical Kindergarten Instructional Assistant

Shreparna Ghosh, Cross Categorical Kindergarten Instructional Assistant

Kathir Pandi, Pre K Instructional Assistant

Danielle Malzi, Occupational Therapist

Niki Montague, Cross Categorical Resource Teacher (formerly, Ms Wilbanks 2nd grade teacher at FWES)

Hollie Horrigan, 5th Grade Teacher (Participate Teacher from London)

Gayle Watson, 50% K-5 Instructional Assistant

Shikha Gupta, K-5 Instructional Assistant

Carla Slates, K-5 Instructional Assistant

 

Returning Staff in New Roles:

Allison Williams, Magnet Coordinator and Instructional Facilitator

Laura Holste, Full Time ESL 

Hilda Jones, 50% K-5 Instructional Assistant

 

Medication Drop Off- Early August 15 or 18 or at Open House

The front office will accept medication for students on August 15th and 18th for those who want to get a head start on Open House. Please review the Medication Drop Off Requirements to be prepared for drop off. The procedure below is required for any and ALL medications dropped off at school for students throughout the school year. 

Medication

Medication will be administered to students with the proper form (1702) on file signed by the parent and physician, as is required by Wake County Policy. These forms are linked here and available online and at the Front Office. All over the counter medications (such as Tylenol, cough drops, and rash creams) must also be accompanied by a physician’s form. All medications must be sent in the original container with the pharmacist’s label attached. All medication should be brought to school by the parent. Medications without the proper medical documentation will be held in the office and not administered to the child.

Prior to the first day of school:

Have your child’s physician sign and complete his/her section of the Form 1702.

Return the Form 1702 along with medications (if needed) beginning August 19th or before your child’s first day of school.

 

MEDICATION CANNOT BE ACCEPTED AT THE SCHOOL WITHOUT THE COMPLETED FORM 1702

*In the absence of emergency medications, school staff will call 911 in any emergency*

Important medication information:

The parent/guardian or other responsible adult must bring the newly completed Form 1702 or have it faxed to the school at 919-704-2196.

Medications(s) must be in a labeled container from the pharmacy with detailed instructions.

Check the expiration date of the medication you send to the school. Please make sure the medication will NOT expire within 60 days from the start of school.

During the school year, you will be notified and given 2 weeks to pick up expired medication(s). After 2 weeks, expired medications will be discarded.

The label on the medication container and the orders from the physician must match.

A completed 1702 Form must accompany any over-the-counter medication.

 *Medication(s) include but are not limited to: pills, pain medication, cough drops/syrup, ointments/creams, inhalers, epi pens, etc.

 

FWES PTA

You belong in PTA!  Connect at our events, volunteer to help, or attend a meeting.  FWES PTA welcomes and encourages everyone to be part of our amazing community.  Please join us!  

Join the PTA before September 15 and you’ll be automatically entered to win fun raffle prizes and get prioritized access to reserve the FWES Spirit Rock. 

Campus Work Day - August 16 at 8am.  Take action and get the school looking great before students return. Bring gloves, any yard tools you have, and a willingness to pitch in.  Sign up here. More information - Garden & Grounds

Join the PTA Team.  We have several open positions for the upcoming school year - we can’t run our programs and services without volunteers!  Email president@fwespta.org for more information!

We can’t wait to see you at our back to school Family Picnic -  August 20 from 4:30 - 6:30pm. Everyone is welcome!  

Help our staff start the year off right - stock the staffroom from our Amazon wishlist.

Follow us to stay informed!  Website  Facebook  Instagram

 

Monday, July 21, 2025

Mrs. Pierce’s Video Message 

FWES Friday Folder 

 

FWES Calendar Notes: 

Office Hours 9:00am-3:00pm

 

Tuesday, August 5- After School Digital Line Up for Registration

Wed/Thurs, August 6-7- After School In Person Registration

 

Mon, August 11- School Improvement Team Meeting 

                             5:00pm Neighborhood Visit (Portree Pl and Blue Bird Ct)

Tues, August 12- 5:00pm Neighborhood Visit (Dix Park Area- Curfman St)

Fri, August 15- FWES Bus Routes Published for 25-26

 

Tues, August 19- FWES Office Closed for full day Staff Meeting

Wed, August 20- 4:30pm Rosters Posted Front Doors

                             4:30-6:30pm Welcome Back PTA Picnic- Playground

Thurs, August 21-4:00-6:00pm Meet the Teacher 1st-5th

                                                     Open House for Kinder

Friday, August 22- Office closed 8:30am-12:30pm Required Staff Trainings

 

Mon, August 25- 1st Day of School for 1st-5th Graders! 

 

Kindergarten Staggered Entry Information 25-26

Kindergarten Information Webpage 25-26

 

Summer Meals for Students 2025- Review the locations of FREE summer meals across the community for any child 18 years old and younger. 

 

Back to School Information- Get Reading for 2025-26! 

🧩#fwesbuildingconnectionsforlearning 🧩

 

School Supply List

Back to School FWES Activities 2025

• Rosters for 1st-5th Grade Posted Wednesday, August 20th 4:30pm
• PTA Back to School Picnic - Wednesday, August 20th 4:30-6:30pm
• Meet the Teacher (1st-5th)/Open House (Kindergarten) - Thursday, August 21st 4:00-6:00pm 

 

Volunteer Renew/Registration - Please register or renew your volunteer registration for 2025-26 as soon as possible to avoid long wait times. 

• New Registrations- approval can take 2-3 weeks and up to 6 weeks when all schools return in August
• Renewal Registrations - must be renewed and updated for school selection by October 1, 2025 to continue into the new school year. 

 

After School Registration - Review the document linked here to learn about the After School Program Registration process and timeline beginning on August 5th. FWES After School Site

 

Carpool and Walker Procedures

Please review Carpool and Walker procedures for 25-26 linked below. Families new to Farmington Woods should watch the procedures video and review it with new students, too. 

FWES Carpool Procedures- note that there is an opportunity to pre-register for a carpool tag that will be ready for quick pick up at Meet the Teacher/Open House. 

FWES Walker Procedures- note that there is also an opportunity to provide permission for 2nd-5th graders to walk off campus without an adult. This permission must be given annually, so if your child had permission last year, it is required to be completed again. 

Club Sponsor Interest For 25-26- we welcome registered volunteers who are interested in sharing personal interests and inquiries through a club at FWES either before or during the school day. Please use this form to share your interest. Additional follow up will happen at the beginning of August to create the final options for students. Thank you for considering this meaningful opportunity to make a difference!

 

FWES PTA Information 25-26

You belong in PTA!  Connect at our events, volunteer to help, or attend a meeting.  FWES PTA welcomes and encourages everyone to be part of our amazing community!  Please join us!   Todos son bienvenidos en la PTA.  Por favor únete a nosotros.  

 

Join the PTA before September 15 and : 

• You’ll be automatically entered to win fun raffle prizes. It's a sweet way to support our school and maybe score a treat!
• Get prioritized access (currently through December 2025) to reserve the FWES Spirit Rock.  You can paint it to show school spirit or mark another special occasion that your child or friend is celebrating!  
• FWES Needs YOU This Summer!  Get involved and support our school! 
• Help our garden grow!  Keep the FWES Community Garden thriving and donating. No experience needed - just a willingness to help.   Sign up for Watering and Farmer Family
• Bathroom Painting Project. On August 4 - 6, help refresh our school bathrooms. No painting experience necessary - just wear old clothes and bring positive energy. More information and sign up here.
• Campus Work Day - August 16 at 8am.  Help get the school grounds looking great before students return. Bring gloves, any yard tools you have, and a willingness to pitch in.  Sign up here.
  More information - Garden & Grounds
• Project Parents - If you have the skills, tools, or time to help with any of these tasks, contact garden@fwespta.org . Together, we can keep our campus thriving for all our students to enjoy!
• Repair picnic tables and garden fences
• Rebuild Bed #4 and its fences this fall
• Replace one wheel on the donated wagon
• Repair the corner of the existing preschool bed
• Install a liner in the preschool bed
• Scrape the spirit rock 
• Join the PTA Team.  We have several open positions for the upcoming school year - we can’t run our programs and services without volunteers! Ready to get involved and make a difference?   Email pta@fwespta.org for more information!
• Order next year's school supplies through Yubbler and have them shipped directly to your house - all the grade's required items are listed and it's so convenient.  Receive 5% off in July and support FWES!  tinyurl.com/yubbler
• Save the date for our back to school Family Picnic -  August 20 from 4:30 - 6:30pm. Everyone is welcome!  There will be fun on the playground after checking class rosters.  Food trucks on site or bring your own. 

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