Congratulations to our Staff Member of the Week, Ms. J. Thomas! Students nominated her, noting her as a former 1st-grade teacher and her current role as a 3rd-grade teacher. They say she makes learning fun, and their parents appreciate how she supports struggling students and responds to emails. Remember to nominate someone by Wednesday this week for our next winner! https://forms.gle/thywcfQqfHYqyQti9
Mark your calendars for October 15th for our Fern Creek Fall Festival! 🍁 Join us for a FREE family event filled with fall fun, laughter, and time together! 🧡 Are you interested in helping sponsor something for the event? Please contact our PTA President, Mary Fowler, at ferncreekelementarypta@gmail.com We can’t wait to see you there! 🍂✨
Congratulations to our Staff Member of the Week, Ms. Boyd! She was nominated by Nicole Guiher because she "helped our daughter, who has adhd be able to learn to write and has made her feel important and smart, and honestly, I think she’s magic. She has put our nerves to rest and so much more. She really is amazing with the kids and parents, and she actually cares." Remember to nominate someone this week by Wednesday for our next winner! https://forms.gle/thywcfQqfHYqyQti9
Congratulations to our Staff Member of the Week, Ms. Boyd! She was nominated by Nicole Guiher because she "helped our daughter, who has adhd be able to learn to write and has made her feel important and smart, and honestly, I think she’s magic. She has put our nerves to rest and so much more. She really is amazing with the kids and parents, and she actually cares." Remember to nominate someone this week by Wednesday for our next winner! https://forms.gle/thywcfQqfHYqyQti9
Next Wednesday, September 23, is Family Conference Day. If you have not scheduled with your child's teacher yet, you can request a conference using this link. There will be no school for students on that day.
Hello Parents & Friends,
Our Tiger League basketball players and cheerleaders had a great first weekend last Saturday, and what would make next week even more exciting would be some additional help from you!
Volunteers will help with ticket taking and working the concession stand for two hour and fifteen minute shifts. Please register to volunteer here. This is our first real opportunity to assist our students and take something off our teachers' plates. I'd love to have these spots filled!
DON'T FORGET:
-Our first PTA meeting of the year is next Tuesday, September 22 at 5:30 p.m. in the cafeteria! We will be voting on our bylaws and budget as well as discussing ideas for the remainder of the year.
-Nominate a teacher or staff member for Staffer of the Week! Winners are shared on the school Facebook page every Sunday.
-September newsletter attached
We are proud to honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino, Latina, and Latinx Americans throughout our schools.
Follow along all month for stories and highlights from across JCPS!
Our newly formed PTA has some exciting events planned this fall!
See more information below or register to join the PTA here: https://forms.gle/CnzRRMAcekvpQJLf7
Our next meeting is September 22 at 5:30p in the school cafeteria. All are welcome!
Please direct all questions to President Mary Fowler at ferncreekelemntarypta@gmail.com
Congratulations to our Staff Member of the Week, Guidance Counselor Ms. Holcomb! She was nominated by Shauna Hedges because she "is always available to help no matter how busy she can be" and "my little girl thinks the world of her and she has made a huge impact in her life." She was also nominated by a student who says "On Monday she said my hair was pretty. It made me smile and happy because I was having a rough morning." Remember to nominate someone this week by Wednesday for our next winner! https://forms.gle/thywcfQqfHYqyQti9
Congratulations to our Staff Member of the Week, Ms. Montgomery! Students say that this week she "Stayed patient with us this week and still got things done when it was hard," and a parent complimented her for helping their child with things they didn't understand so they could grow more in math and reading. Way to go, Ms. Montgomery! Remember to nominate someone this week by Wednesday for our next winner! https://forms.gle/thywcfQqfHYqyQti9
HEAT UPDATE | Friday JCPS outdoor athletics start time moved to 8 p.m.
Due to the heat advisory on Friday, September 4, JCPS schools must adhere to the following updated schedule requirements:
- Football Games: Must now start at 8 p.m. or later (pushed back from 7 p.m.)
- Outdoor Practices and Other Competitions: Must be held in the morning or start at 8 p.m. or later
Reminder: All outdoor practices and competitions remain canceled today, Thursday, September 3.
Thank you in advance for prioritizing student safety. Please contact your coach or athletic director for updated information.
Football Games: Must start at 7 p.m. or later
Practices and Other Competitions: Must be held in the morning or start at 7 p.m. or later
As a reminder, all outdoor practices and competitions are canceled today, Thursday, September 3.
Thank you in advance for prioritizing student safety. Please contact your coach or athletic director for updated information.
September is here! Please read our monthly newsletter for timely updates and our school calendar. https://bit.ly/4qLooGL
