Welcome to Ferndale Schools

Celebrating Our Seniors
Graduation season is in full swing, and we are so excited to share these moments with our Family. Here are just a few of the smiling faces.
FHS Convocation was held on Wednesday, May 25th in the Auditorium.
University High School graduation was held on the Golden Eagles Football Field on Thursday, May 26th. Fly high, Eagle grads!

Job Fair - Summer & Fall Employment
Come to the Ferndale Schools Job Fair, and learn about the incredible job opportunities and benefits of joining our Ferndale Family!
June 1st from 3:30 - 6:30 at FHS!
Immediate Openings - Summer School
- Paraeducators
Fall 2022 - Support Staff Positions
- Early Childhood Relief Assistant
- Grant Funded Associate Teacher
- Nurse (part time - FECC)
- Nutritionist (part time - FECC)
- Building Subs (all buildings)
- Lunch Monitors
- Substitute Teachers
- Substitute Paraeducators
- Bus Drivers and Attendants
- Security Staff
- School Age Child Care (SACC) Leaders and Assistants (PreK, Elementary)
- Special Education Paraeducators

Summer Reading with Ferndale Library
The Ferndale Area District Library is kicking off their summer reading program. The kickoff party is on June 18th, featuring magic, comedy and ice cream! Get the facts on their summer theme, "Oceans of Possibilities" and more upcoming events on their facebook page and website, www.FADL.org/summer

Preregister for SACC Before & After Care
A preregistration form is now available for AM and PM childcare through our School-Aged Child Care (SACC) program. This is a fee-based service offered to Ferndale Schools families. Pricing can be found at FerndaleSchools.org/SACC

Juneteenth Community Events Encourage Student Participation
Two of our communities will be hosting Juneteenth events this year, to commemorate our newest National holiday. They are also calling for students to get involved. Ferndale & Hazel Park are seeking students to participate in a poetry reading at their event on June 19th. Oak Park is hosting an essay writing contest for 6-12 grade students and a flag design contest for elementary students. Participation is limited to Oak Park city residents and Oak Park Schools families.
You can learn more about the historical legeacy ofJuneteenth from the National Museum of African American History &Culture right here. We hope to see our families and community members at both celebrations!
Ferndale & Hazel Park Juneteenth Celebration
Green Acres Park
620 W Woodward Heights Blvd
Hazel Park, MI 48030
Saturday, June 18, 2022
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Poetry Readings by Middle and High School students will begin at 2:00 pm.
Oak Park Juneteenth Celebration
Oak Park Community Center
14300 Oak Park Blvd
Oak Park, MI 48237
Sunday, June 19th, 2022
Times To Be Determined
Juneteenth Flag Flyer | Juneteenth Essay Flyer | Juneteenth Essay Rubric

State of the District Mixtape
Every year, we present the annual state of the district. Once again, we are presenting this year's State of the District as a series of short videos, available for asynchronous viewing.
View the 2022 State of the District Mixtape, which can be viewed all together as a single video or clicked through in any order.

UPDATE: Superintendent Search Criteria
The Board of Education has approved the final selection criteria it will use to evaluate candidates.
- Is able to lead district diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts.
- Possesses the leadership skills, knowledge and sensitivity required to respond to the opportunities and challenges presented by a diverse student body and community.
- Has a strong moral compass that is rooted in justice and equality.
- Is a strong communicator in speaking, listening and writing.
- Is able to delegate and oversee the work of staff (i.e. leading by example) and appropriately maintain accountability.
- Is strongly committed to a “student centered” philosophy in all decisions.
- Promotes a positive and professional environment that includes mutual trust and respect among faculty, staff, administrators and Board.
- Commitment and experience working with all genders, races, and socio-economic groups.
- Has classroom experience in a K-12 setting.
- Is willing to listen to input, but is a decision maker.
To view the full job posting flyer, click the link!

7th Grade Overnight Camps Take Learning and Fun Out of the Classroom
The 7th graders enjoyed amazing weather for their overnight camping trip at Camp Cavell. The students travelled to Lexington on May 5th and 6th with Mr. Wallace and Mr. Turner.
They learned to skip stones, kayak, hike, make s’mores, climb trees, and so much more!
Students were also invited to play games and complete challenges that build community while teaching cooperation, problem solving,and creative thinking.
We look forward to planning next year’s camp, and hope to see even more families and students there.




District Vision
At FPS, we are a school family of continual learners. We support each and every student to develop their purpose, plan, and passion. We encourage and honor dialogue about the histories, cultures, and goals of our communities. We actively and intentionally facilitate equitable access and representation, meaningful participation, and high expectations for ALL.
This Week
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27 May
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LaNiece' Stewart: Cheer & Dance 4:30 PM to 8:00 PMLaNiece' Stewart: Cheer & DanceDate: May 27Time: 4:30 PM to 8:00 PMLocation: FHS - FHS Room 231 Dance studioCalendar: District Calendar
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30 May
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Memorial Day / No SchoolDate: May 30Location: All Sites - All SpacesCalendar: District Calendar
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Memorial Day — No SchoolDate: May 30Location: All Sites - All SpacesCalendar: District Calendar
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NO SCHOOL, Memorial Day 12:00 AM to 2:00 AMNO SCHOOL, Memorial DayDate: May 30Time: 12:00 AM to 2:00 AMLocation: FMS - Off Site Event - See Description for DetailsCalendar: District CalendarVisit https://ferndalehighschool.bigteams.com/main/event/scid/MI482208974/eventid/73219775 for more information!
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FHS counseling: COVID SAFETY ROOM 7:30 AM to 9:30 AMFHS counseling: COVID SAFETY ROOMDate: May 30Time: 7:30 AM to 9:30 AMLocation: FHS - FHS Main Office Conference RoomCalendar: District Calendar
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FUEL: FUEL NO SCHOOL Memorial Day 8:38 AM to 3:38 PMFUEL: FUEL NO SCHOOL Memorial DayDate: May 30Time: 8:38 AM to 3:38 PMLocation: Ferndale Upper El (Kennedy) - FUEL Building WideCalendar: District Calendar
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Stacy Schock: IMPACT HOUR - SCHOCK 11:00 AM to 11:30 AMStacy Schock: IMPACT HOUR - SCHOCKDate: May 30Time: 11:00 AM to 11:30 AMLocation: FHS - FHS Info Tech Room (Computer Lab)Calendar: District Calendar
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LaNiece' Stewart: Cheer & Dance 4:30 PM to 8:00 PMLaNiece' Stewart: Cheer & DanceDate: May 30Time: 4:30 PM to 8:00 PMLocation: FHS - FHS Room 231 Dance studioCalendar: District Calendar
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31 May
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FHS counseling: COVID SAFETY ROOM 7:30 AM to 9:30 AMFHS counseling: COVID SAFETY ROOMDate: May 31Time: 7:30 AM to 9:30 AMLocation: FHS - FHS Main Office Conference RoomCalendar: District Calendar
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FUEL: 5th Grade Camp 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMFUEL: 5th Grade CampDate: May 31Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMLocation: Ferndale Upper El (Kennedy) - FUEL Cafeteria, FUEL Off PremisesCalendar: District Calendar5th grade overnight camp @Camp Carvell...Leave FUEL May31 @ 9am...Pick-up @ Camp Carvell on June 2nd @ 11am
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Stacy Schock: IMPACT HOUR - SCHOCK 11:00 AM to 11:30 AMStacy Schock: IMPACT HOUR - SCHOCKDate: May 31Time: 11:00 AM to 11:30 AMLocation: FHS - FHS Info Tech Room (Computer Lab)Calendar: District Calendar
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FHS Baseball Boys Varsity vs Southfield High School A & T (MHSAA DISTRICT GAME #1) 4:30 PM to 6:30 PMFHS Baseball Boys Varsity vs Southfield High School A & T (MHSAA DISTRICT GAME #1)Date: May 31Time: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PMLocation: FMS - Off Site Event - See Description for DetailsCalendar: District CalendarVisit https://ferndalehighschool.bigteams.com/main/event/scid/MI482208974/eventid/74133390 for more information!
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FHS Softball Girls Varsity @ OPEN (MHSAA PRE DISTRICT GAME) 4:30 PM to 6:30 PMFHS Softball Girls Varsity @ OPEN (MHSAA PRE DISTRICT GAME)Date: May 31Time: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PMLocation: FMS - Off Site Event - See Description for DetailsCalendar: District CalendarTransportation: District Bus Depart: 03:15 PM Visit https://ferndalehighschool.bigteams.com/main/event/scid/MI482208974/eventid/73565562 for more information!
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FHS Soccer Girls Varsity @ Marian High School (MHSAA DISTRICT GAME #2) 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMFHS Soccer Girls Varsity @ Marian High School (MHSAA DISTRICT GAME #2)Date: May 31Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PMLocation: FMS - Off Site Event - See Description for DetailsCalendar: District CalendarFacility: Clarenceville HS FROM: 5:00 PM Transportation: District Bus Depart: 3:45 PM Visit https://ferndalehighschool.bigteams.com/main/event/scid/MI482208974/eventid/74779605 for more information! Click here to watch this event live!
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FHS USA: USA 6:00 PM to 8:30 PMFHS USA: USADate: May 31Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PMLocation: FHS - FHS Media Center (Nest)Calendar: District Calendar
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FHS: FERNDALE COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND 7:30 PM to 9:30 PMFHS: FERNDALE COMMUNITY CONCERT BANDDate: May 31Time: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PMLocation: FHS - FHS Classroom 229Calendar: District Calendar
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1 Jun
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FHS counseling: COVID SAFETY ROOM 7:30 AM to 9:30 AMFHS counseling: COVID SAFETY ROOMDate: Jun 1Time: 7:30 AM to 9:30 AMLocation: FHS - FHS Main Office Conference RoomCalendar: District Calendar
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FUEL: FUEL Early Dismissal @ 2:38 pm 8:38 AM to 2:38 PMFUEL: FUEL Early Dismissal @ 2:38 pmDate: Jun 1Time: 8:38 AM to 2:38 PMLocation: Ferndale Upper El (Kennedy) - FUEL Building WideCalendar: District Calendar
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FUEL: 5th Grade Camp 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMFUEL: 5th Grade CampDate: Jun 1Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMLocation: Ferndale Upper El (Kennedy) - FUEL Cafeteria, FUEL Off PremisesCalendar: District Calendar5th grade overnight camp @Camp Carvell...Leave FUEL May31 @ 9am...Pick-up @ Camp Carvell on June 2nd @ 11am
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FHS: Job Fair 2:30 PM to 6:30 PMFHS: Job FairDate: Jun 1Time: 2:30 PM to 6:30 PMLocation: FHS - FHS Main CommonsCalendar: District Calendar
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LaNiece' Stewart: Cheer & Dance 4:30 PM to 8:00 PMLaNiece' Stewart: Cheer & DanceDate: Jun 1Time: 4:30 PM to 8:00 PMLocation: FHS - FHS Room 231 Dance studioCalendar: District Calendar
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Hannah Cole: FMS Talent Show 5:30 PM to 6:30 PMHannah Cole: FMS Talent ShowDate: Jun 1Time: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PMLocation: FHS - FHS AuditoriumCalendar: District Calendar
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2 Jun
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COMMENCEMENT 12:00 AM to 2:00 AMCOMMENCEMENTDate: Jun 2Time: 12:00 AM to 2:00 AMLocation: FMS - Off Site Event - See Description for DetailsCalendar: District CalendarVisit https://ferndalehighschool.bigteams.com/main/event/scid/MI482208974/eventid/73219781 for more information!
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FHS counseling: COVID SAFETY ROOM 7:30 AM to 9:30 AMFHS counseling: COVID SAFETY ROOMDate: Jun 2Time: 7:30 AM to 9:30 AMLocation: FHS - FHS Main Office Conference RoomCalendar: District Calendar
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FUEL: 5th Grade Camp 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMFUEL: 5th Grade CampDate: Jun 2Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AMLocation: Ferndale Upper El (Kennedy) - FUEL Cafeteria, FUEL Off PremisesCalendar: District Calendar5th grade overnight camp @Camp Carvell...Leave FUEL May31 @ 9am...Pick-up @ Camp Carvell on June 2nd @ 11am
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Stacy Schock: IMPACT HOUR - SCHOCK 11:00 AM to 11:30 AMStacy Schock: IMPACT HOUR - SCHOCKDate: Jun 2Time: 11:00 AM to 11:30 AMLocation: FHS - FHS Info Tech Room (Computer Lab)Calendar: District Calendar
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FHS: SEOC Youth Group 12:30 PM to 1:00 PMFHS: SEOC Youth GroupDate: Jun 2Time: 12:30 PM to 1:00 PMLocation: FHS - FHS Info Tech Room (Computer Lab)Calendar: District Calendar
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FHS: FHS COMMENCEMENT 7:30 PM to 9:00 PMFHS: FHS COMMENCEMENTDate: Jun 2Time: 7:30 PM to 9:00 PMLocation: FHS - Off Site Event - See Description for DetailsCalendar: District Calendar630PM STUDENT CALL TIME
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FHS: SENIOR ALL NIGHT PARTY 10:30 PM to 11:45 PMFHS: SENIOR ALL NIGHT PARTYDate: Jun 2Time: 10:30 PM to 11:45 PMLocation: FHS - Off Site Event - See Description for DetailsCalendar: District CalendarFARMINGTON ZAP ZONE
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