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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.

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Another Musical Week at FLower

This week, the adults and families of our Ferndale Lower Elementary kindergartners were invited to participate in music class. Kindergarten music students— led by Mrs. Duncanson—hosted informal performances (AKA “informances”) for parents and families. Students showed how they sing hello, participate in story time, play glockenspiels, and move throughout their movement space. Families of our Kindergartners were able to see first hand how music education begins in our school.

Miss Grammatico and her 2nd graders put on their "Making the Band" concert on Tuesday night. The students sang songs such as "We Got the Beat," "Twist and Shout," "Footloose," "Stand by Me," and "Dancing in the Street." The students shined on stage, rocking out with their inflatable guitars! They even had the audience shining lights on them because they were all shining stars! It was an amazing night.

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UHS Graduates 105 Golden Eagles

In an outdoor ceremony at the Ferndale Football Field, 105 new graduates were recognized and celebrated this Thursday. We are so proud of all these scholars on their achievement, and we cannot wait to see what lies ahead for them.

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Little Eagles Meet Their Community Helpers

Ferndale Early Childhood Center students were invited to meet several community servants this week for Community Helpers Day! Fire Fighters, Police Officers, Public Works Staff, and Bus Drivers all rolled up in their big vehicles to bring aboard our littlest learners. Students explored, asked questions, and learned about these important programs within our neighborhoods.

VIDEO—Little Eagles Explore Public Safety Vehicle

VIDEO—Little Eagles Explore Construction Vehicle

 

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Author Jack Cheng Acknowledges Student Readers and Revisits Class

Last summer, seven of Mr Blatt’s 6th grade students read the manuscript for Jack Cheng’s forthcoming YA novel, The Many Mask of Andy Zhou. The group read the book before meeting with Jack on a hot July day. The students gave him excellent feedback, which Jack wrote down and used in his following draft. On Tuesday of this week, Jack hand delivered seven copies of the book prior to its June 6th release date for our final FMS book club meeting. Each copy of the book was signed with a custom drawing from Jack. Mr. Blatt said, "This was so special to the kids and me. Jack is a true writing talent—an artist really. [This was] so great to be included, and then so thoughtfully acknowledged." The class contribution to the writing process was included the end of the book in the acknowledgment section.

The acknowledgement reads, "To the beta readers from Mr. Blatt's ELA classes at Ferndale Middle School, AKA the Hi-Chew Crew. (Let's do that again!)"

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8th Graders Go To Washington D.C.

FMS parents and staff took 81 eight grade students to Washington D.C. last week (May 17th-20th) for an incredible annual learning experience to supplement classroom learning. The group of almost 90 took a long bus ride to the nation's capitol to tour architectural treasures, historical sites and memorials. Stops included the US Holocaust Memorial Museum, the African American Museum of History and Culture, Arlington National Cemetery, Ford’s Theatre, the National Mall and the Capitol Building. The group also saw monuments to Dr. Martin Luther Kind Jr., President Abraham Lincoln, President Thomas Jefferson, and President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, as well as war memorials for the fallen soldiers of the Vietnam and Korean Wars.

Mt. Vernon, the plantation estate of President George Washington, was also on the sights list, where students saw first hand the luxurious home of the Revolutionary War General and our nation's first President, as well as the living quarters of the 317 enslaved Africans who built and maintained the elaborate property.

Everyone got their steps, had some laughs together, and appreciated the journey through our national history. Thank you so much to the eight adult chaperones (5 parents and 3 teachers) who made this trip possible.

korean war memorial

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Girls Run Club Completes 5K

The FUEL Girls On The Run Club completed a 5K this weekend. The coaches wrote a heartfelt congratulations:

To our awesome girls on the run: Fantastic job this weekend! We are so, so proud of you for training so hard all season and going all out for our 5k. Even as the temperature rose and the breeze stopped, the girls kept pushing through and finished strong. They went 3.1 miles! It has been such a pleasure coaching for you amazing girls this season. Congrats on completing your first 5k, and we hope to see you run many more. Great work on an awesome season: Alma, Chloe, Phoebe, Frankie, London, Kyra, Alona, Charlotte, Chelsea, Miriam, Violet, Margot, Apple, Izabella, Brooklyn, Tyler, and Sophia!

With love, your coaches: Coach Sophie, Coach Kyla, Coach Danielle, and Coach Adam

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Administration Claps-Out Class of 2023!

Dr. Goodrum and Central Office staff members celebrated the seniors on their final day required in the building.  The smiles and excitement could be felt as these students recall lifelong memories of their time together as Ferndale Golden Eagles.

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3 UHS Track Athletes Qualify for States

Congratulations to UHS Students Indi Tate, Xavier Davis, and Jerome Ellis who qualified for the track state finals yesterday. Indi was regional champion in the girl's long jump and Xavier was regional champion in the boy's long jump. Jermone earned 2nd place in both the discus and shot put, qualifying him for the state finals in both events as well. Congrats to these UHS athletes!

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This Week

  • 30 May
    • FLower and FUEL: 5th Grade Camp
      Date: May 30
      Time: 9:20 AM to 9:00 PM
      Location: Ferndale Upper El (Kennedy) - FUEL Off Premises
      Calendar: District Calendar
      location TBA
    • FMS: Virtual Class 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
      FMS: Virtual Class
      Date: May 30
      Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
      Location: FMS - FMS Info Tech Station (Computer Lab)
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • FMS: Virtual Class 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
      FMS: Virtual Class
      Date: May 30
      Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
      Location: FMS - FMS Info Tech Station (Computer Lab)
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • FHS Soccer Girls Varsity @ Marian High School (MHSAA District Semi Final )
      Date: May 30
      Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
      Location: FMS - Off Site Event - See Description for Details
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Facility: Marian H.S. FROM: 5:30 PM Transportation: District Bus Depart: 4:15 PM Visit https://ferndalehighschool.bigteams.com/main/event/scid/MI482208974/eventid/76442471 for more information! Click here to watch this event live!
  • 31 May
    • Early Release Wednesday (excluding ½ days or non-student days)
      Date: May 31
      Location: All Sites - All Spaces
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • FHS: Senior Breakfast 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
      FHS: Senior Breakfast
      Date: May 31
      Time: 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
      Location: FHS - FHS Media Center (Nest)
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • FUEL: Last Early Dismissal Wednesday @2:38pm
      Date: May 31
      Time: 8:00 AM to 2:38 PM
      Location: Ferndale Upper El (Kennedy) - FUEL Building Wide
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • FLower and FUEL: 5th Grade Camp
      Date: May 31
      Time: 9:20 AM to 9:00 PM
      Location: Ferndale Upper El (Kennedy) - FUEL Off Premises
      Calendar: District Calendar
      location TBA
    • FMS: Virtual Class 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
      FMS: Virtual Class
      Date: May 31
      Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
      Location: FMS - FMS Info Tech Station (Computer Lab)
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • FMS: Virtual Class 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
      FMS: Virtual Class
      Date: May 31
      Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
      Location: FMS - FMS Info Tech Station (Computer Lab)
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • All District: Early Release Wednesday
      Date: May 31
      Time: 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
      Location: Ferndale Lower El (Roosevelt) - FHS Building Wide, FMS Building Wide, FUEL Building Wide, Lower El B
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Early Release will occur every Wednesday throughout the school year beginning the first Wednesday after Labor Day through the last Wednesday in May (excluding ½ days or non-student days)
    • FHS: SEL Workshop 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
      FHS: SEL Workshop
      Date: May 31
      Time: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
      Location: FHS - FHS Media Center (Nest)
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • GRADUATION DAY 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
      GRADUATION DAY
      Date: May 31
      Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
      Location: FMS - Off Site Event - See Description for Details
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Visit https://ferndalehighschool.bigteams.com/main/event/scid/MI482208974/eventid/76442488 for more information!
  • 1 Jun
    • FLower and FUEL: 5th Grade Camp
      Date: Jun 1
      Time: 9:20 AM to 9:00 PM
      Location: Ferndale Upper El (Kennedy) - FUEL Off Premises
      Calendar: District Calendar
      location TBA
    • FMS: Virtual Class 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
      FMS: Virtual Class
      Date: Jun 1
      Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
      Location: FMS - FMS Info Tech Station (Computer Lab)
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • FMS: Virtual Class 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
      FMS: Virtual Class
      Date: Jun 1
      Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
      Location: FMS - FMS Info Tech Station (Computer Lab)
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • Special Education Dept.: Special Education PAC Meeting
      Date: Jun 1
      Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
      Location: FHS - FHS Media Center (Nest)
      Calendar: District Calendar
  • 2 Jun
    • K-5: ½ Day Students / PM Records
      Date: Jun 2
      Location: All Sites - All Spaces
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • Lower Elementary: June Fair 12:00 AM to 12:30 AM
      Lower Elementary: June Fair
      Date: Jun 2
      Time: 12:00 AM to 12:30 AM
      Location: Ferndale Lower El (Roosevelt) - Lower El Building Wide
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • Time: TBA -FHS Track Boys/Girls Varsity @ OPEN (MHSAA State Meet)
      Date: Jun 2
      Time: 12:00 AM to 2:00 AM
      Location: FMS - Off Site Event - See Description for Details
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Facility: Forest Hills Eastern HS FROM: TBA Transportation: District Bus Depart: 1:00 PM Visit https://ferndalehighschool.bigteams.com/main/event/scid/MI482208974/eventid/76482644 for more information! Click here to watch this event live!
    • FUEL: FUEL 1/2 Day of school Dismissal @ 11:53am
      Date: Jun 2
      Time: 8:00 AM to 11:53 AM
      Location: Ferndale Upper El (Kennedy) - FUEL Building Wide
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • FMS: Virtual Class 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
      FMS: Virtual Class
      Date: Jun 2
      Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
      Location: FMS - FMS Info Tech Station (Computer Lab)
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • FMS: Virtual Class 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
      FMS: Virtual Class
      Date: Jun 2
      Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
      Location: FMS - FMS Info Tech Station (Computer Lab)
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment (CIA): Camille Hibbler Event
      Date: Jun 2
      Time: 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
      Location: FHS - Courtyard, FHS Cafeteria, FHS Main Commons
      Calendar: District Calendar
    • FLower: June Fair 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
      FLower: June Fair
      Date: Jun 2
      Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
      Location: Ferndale Lower El (Roosevelt) - Lower El Building Wide, Lower El Playground
      Calendar: District Calendar
      All tables, chairs trash cans.
    • FUEL: All-District JUNE FAIR!
      Date: Jun 2
      Time: 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
      Location: Ferndale Upper El (Kennedy) - Off Site Event - See Description for Details
      Calendar: District Calendar
      Parking lot, grassy grounds, play ground of Lower Elementary
  • 3 Jun

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