Mr. Clark's Bengal Message for the week of 09/22/2024
New/Updated Announcements
Good evening Bengal Family. We had a great week at FVMS last week as we hosted our first event in our brand new auditorium. Here are a few updates and reminders as we head into another great week at FVMS.
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National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)
Congratulations to all of our students that were inducted into the NJHS on Wednesday. Great job Bengals.
Athletics
This week we kick off our Fall Athletic Season. If you plan to attend any of the home games this year, please use this MAP as a guide on where to park.
Students are welcome to stay after school to attend the games and cheer on their peers. We will make an announcement at the end of the day with instructions on where students should report if they are staying for the athletic games. Tickets cost $6 and can be purchased through the GoFan app or with cash at the event. We accept cash at all athletic events.
Tuesday, September 24th - Girls Volleyball & Soccer Home vs. Apex Friendship Middle School
Wednesday, September 25th - Football Home vs. Apex Friendship Middle School
Fundraiser Kick-Off
We’re thrilled to announce an exciting way to support Fuquay-Varina Middle School! On September 25, 2024, we will kick off our ROAR FOR MORE fundraiser, aimed at raising essential funds for our students and staff.
What Will the Funds Support?
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- Educational resources for students and staff
- Cultural arts programming
- Family engagement events
- Hospitality
- Field trip subsidies
- Technology subscriptions
We’re excited about the impact this fundraiser will have and can’t wait to get started!
A Few Things to Note:
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- The program is incredibly easy for you—just a few minutes of your time is all it takes.
- Students can earn rewards at the individual, classroom, and school-wide levels!
- This is an online, donation-based fundraiser. You can share donation requests via email or text with friends and family anywhere in the world. (We also accept cash and checks!)
- Students will receive more details later this week after our Launch Party presentation on Wednesday, September 25th. Please help your student register and share their fundraiser page with friends, family, and on social media that night. Students who complete their registration and share their page on the first night will receive popsicles this week!
Thank you for your support, and let’s make this fundraiser a huge success!
CHECK OUT OUR PROMO VIDEO FOR FUNDRAISER!!!
Fall Picture Day
Students will take their fall pictures on Friday, September 27th. Students should have received their picture forms during homeroom last week. If you did not receive a form, please reach out to your child's homeroom teacher. We will have a make-up day for pictures next month for students that are absent on Friday.
AIG Nominations
The goal of the Academically/Intellectually Gifted Program (AIG) is to provide an appropriately challenging educational program for students who perform, or show potential for performing, at remarkably high levels of accomplishment when compared to others of their age, experience, or environment.
If you would like to nominate your child for AIG consideration, please use this tool to inform and guide you through the process. https://forms.gle/FwUJPzCUksDGsspt7
(Students who are already identified do not need to reapply, unless it is to add an additional area of service.)
Career Development
Ms. Elkins is currently scheduling opportunities to connect our students with the world of work. If you would like to assist us in building our career exploratory program for the school year, please complete this form so you can be contacted. You may also reach out to Ms. Elkins directly by emailing: pelkins@wcpss.net
Club Guest Speakers
Several of our clubs would like to connect our students with local professionals. If your career involves activities that match one of following clubs, we would love to have you as a virtual or in person guest speaker. Please use the following links to sign up for a speaking spot. You may email Ms. Elkins (pelkins@wcpss.net) if you have any questions or concerns.
FVMS Bengal Roars Newsletter Club
Community Announcements
Fuquay-Varina Baseball Club
The Fuquay-Varina Baseball Club is hosting tryouts/workouts the week of October 6th. View the flyer below for additional information regarding the tryouts.
Winter Guard Program
The Holly Springs Junior Hawks is a winter guard program open to all middle-school aged students. It is a fun, unique experience. If you have seen the color guard in marching bands, this is similar except it is indoors and to recorded music. This program will give your student experience that he/she could transfer to the high school level. Both FVHS and WSHS have winter guard programs. Check it out.
Rock the Vote
There is an amazing opportunity for students and their families to participate in—Rock The Vote, happening on October 19th, 2024, at Campbell University Law School.
This event is designed to educate and empower students and their communities on the importance of civic engagement, voting rights, and the power of making their voices heard. There will be interactive sessions, guest speakers, and a chance for students to learn firsthand how they can make a difference in their communities. It’s a great way for students to get involved early and develop an understanding of their role as future voters and active citizens. You may click on this LINK for the flyer and the QR code to register.
Ongoing Announcements
Order your yearbook now!
You read that right! The 2025 yearbook is on sale now 🤩 order your copy early this year so you don't forget!
2025 Josten's Yearbook Purchasing Link
Send us your Back to School pictures!
Another new school year has started, and the Yearbook Club is looking for your "Back to School" photos! We are excited to announce our brand-new photo sharing website provided by Josten's that is super easy to use! Click the link, provide some simple information, verify that it's you, and you're all set to start sharing your photos on the secure photo library that can only be accessed by the Yearbook Advisor.
https://photos.jostens.com/6UQ8NU
We can't wait to see all those smiling faces!
Volunteer Registration
Volunteers no longer need to register to be a volunteer at a WCPSS school. You may now register at this LINK to become a volunteer at our school. If you plan to serve as a volunteer during the school year, please complete the registration form.
The volunteer renewal process will be quick and simple for all volunteers who were approved for the 2023-24 school year. The renewal window will close on October 1, 2024.
Upcoming Holidays/Teacher Workdays (No School)
- October 3: Teacher Workday - No school for students
- October 14: Teacher Workday - No school for students
- November 1: Teacher Workday - No school for students
Stay Connected with what’s happening at FVMS
- FVMS Website: https://www.wcpss.net/fuquayvarinams
- FVMS Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/FuquayVarinaMS?s=20
- FVMS Instagram: @fuquayvarinams
- FVMS PTA Site: https://linktr.ee/fvms_pta
- WCPSS Website: https://www.wcpss.net/
- WCPSS Homework Resources: https://www.wcpss.net/domain/16067
- Latest Principal’s Message: https://www.wcpss.net/domain/12384
- Contact Us: https://www.wcpss.net/Page/34655
- 2024-25 School Calendar: WCPSS Calendar