Central Offices (2610 Pinecrest Drive) lost power this morning. The building is closed to visitors today, Tuesday, September 29, and Central Office staff are working remotely.
All schools are open and operating on their normal schedule. This outage affects only the Central Office building.
What this means for you:
Our main phone line (248-586-8651) may not be working. Please email the department you need, or contact your child's school directly.
If you had an appointment at Central Offices today, such as enrollment, a records request or a meeting, staff will contact you to reschedule or meet virtually.
For questions about your child or school, please call or email your school's main office as usual.
We have contacted DTE Energy and will share an update as soon as one is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Ferndale Public Schools
All schools are open and operating on their normal schedule. This outage affects only the Central Office building.
What this means for you:
Our main phone line (248-586-8651) may not be working. Please email the department you need, or contact your child's school directly.
If you had an appointment at Central Offices today, such as enrollment, a records request or a meeting, staff will contact you to reschedule or meet virtually.
For questions about your child or school, please call or email your school's main office as usual.
We have contacted DTE Energy and will share an update as soon as one is available.
Thank you for your patience.
Ferndale Public Schools
There's only ONE Girl Scouts.
Girl Scouts is fun for the whole family! Join us and meet new friends at our
Family Information Meeting
Free! Bring your grown-up(s) along.
Monday, September 28 @ 6:00 p.m.
Ferndale Lower Elementary – Media Center
Play, create, explore, and more. There's only ONE Girl Scouts, where belonging feels easy, and confidence blooms from the inside and shines on the outside.
Contact Recruiter: Mackenzie Uppleger
Cell: 313-969-9742
Email: muppleger@gssem.org
Scan the QR code or visit www.gssem.org/join to learn more.
Girl Scout membership must be renewed annually. The membership year is October 1 – September 30.
Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan
Girl Scouts is fun for the whole family! Join us and meet new friends at our
Family Information Meeting
Free! Bring your grown-up(s) along.
Monday, September 28 @ 6:00 p.m.
Ferndale Lower Elementary – Media Center
Play, create, explore, and more. There's only ONE Girl Scouts, where belonging feels easy, and confidence blooms from the inside and shines on the outside.
Contact Recruiter: Mackenzie Uppleger
Cell: 313-969-9742
Email: muppleger@gssem.org
Scan the QR code or visit www.gssem.org/join to learn more.
Girl Scout membership must be renewed annually. The membership year is October 1 – September 30.
Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan
Dear Ferndale Families and Community Members,
Ferndale Schools invites you to celebrate Homecoming with us on Friday, Sept. 25!
• For the full Homecoming Week schedule — Spirit Week, dances, alumni reunions and more — visit our Homecoming page:
https://www.ferndaleschools.org/page/homecoming
• Read our full news release here:
https://www.ferndaleschools.org/article/3140926
We hope to see you there celebrating Eagle pride!
Go Eagles,
Ferndale Public Schools
Ferndale Schools invites you to celebrate Homecoming with us on Friday, Sept. 25!
• For the full Homecoming Week schedule — Spirit Week, dances, alumni reunions and more — visit our Homecoming page:
https://www.ferndaleschools.org/page/homecoming
• Read our full news release here:
https://www.ferndaleschools.org/article/3140926
We hope to see you there celebrating Eagle pride!
Go Eagles,
Ferndale Public Schools
Ferndale Public Schools is inviting students and families to learn about the Acorn2Oak Grants program, a Leadership Oakland and Oakland County initiative that awards funding to young people with a project or dream worth chasing. The next application review round closes Monday, September 15, and the district encourages any eligible student to apply before the deadline.
Acorn2Oak grants of up to $1,000 are open to Oakland County residents ages 8 to 18 and can support a wide range of pursuits, including:
• Business and Entrepreneurial Development — for aspiring young entrepreneurs
• Community Impact — for youth making a difference in their communities
• Educational Achievement — for academic programs, competitions or training
• Extracurricular Investment — for activities that align with personal growth
Students and families can learn more, view eligibility details and apply online at acorn2oakgrant.com/application. Questions about the program can be directed to Acorn2Oak at info@acorn2oakgrant.com.
Acorn2Oak grants of up to $1,000 are open to Oakland County residents ages 8 to 18 and can support a wide range of pursuits, including:
• Business and Entrepreneurial Development — for aspiring young entrepreneurs
• Community Impact — for youth making a difference in their communities
• Educational Achievement — for academic programs, competitions or training
• Extracurricular Investment — for activities that align with personal growth
Students and families can learn more, view eligibility details and apply online at acorn2oakgrant.com/application. Questions about the program can be directed to Acorn2Oak at info@acorn2oakgrant.com.
⏰ Wednesday Early Release Reminder
A reminder that EVERY Wednesday is an Early Release Day. Please plan for students to be dismissed at the following times:
• FECC: 8 am - 2 pm
• Ferndale Lower: 8:20 AM – 2:20 PM
• Ferndale Upper: 8:38 AM - 2:38 PM
• FMS: 8 am - 2 pm
• FHS: 8 am - 2 pm
• TCEC: 8:30 AM - 1:50 PM
A reminder that EVERY Wednesday is an Early Release Day. Please plan for students to be dismissed at the following times:
• FECC: 8 am - 2 pm
• Ferndale Lower: 8:20 AM – 2:20 PM
• Ferndale Upper: 8:38 AM - 2:38 PM
• FMS: 8 am - 2 pm
• FHS: 8 am - 2 pm
• TCEC: 8:30 AM - 1:50 PM
FPS ALL CLEAR: The tornado warning has been lifted and Shelter status has ended. Drop-offs and pick-ups may resume. Beginning at 4:30 p.m., buses temporarily rerouted for safety will resume and finish their regular routes. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
URGENT FPS WEATHER ALERT: A tornado warning has been issued. Students and staff are in Shelter status. All drop-offs and pick-ups are paused, and buses in transit are being rerouted to the nearest school for safety. Please do not travel to our schools and seek a safe location. We will update families when Shelter status is lifted.
Athletics Weather Update
Today’s 4:00 p.m. football game will proceed as scheduled.
Due to the possibility of thunderstorms and lightning in the area, all outdoor athletic activities are being closely monitored. If lightning is detected, Athletics will follow the required 30-minute waiting protocol, which may result in delays or schedule changes.
We will continue to monitor weather conditions and communicate any changes as needed.
REMINDER: No School Friday & Monday!
Ferndale Public Schools will be closed Friday, September 4, and Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day weekend.
Enjoy the long weekend! We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday, September 8. 💛🤎
Ferndale Public Schools will be closed Friday, September 4, and Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day weekend.
Enjoy the long weekend! We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday, September 8. 💛🤎
⏰ Wednesday Early Release Reminder
A reminder that EVERY Wednesday is an Early Release Day. Please plan for students to be dismissed at the following times:
• FECC: 8 am - 2 pm
• Ferndale Lower: 8:20 AM – 2:20 PM
• Ferndale Upper: 8:38 AM - 2:38 PM
• FMS: 8 am - 2 pm
• FHS: 8 am - 2 pm
• TCEC: 8:30 AM - 1:50 PM
Thank you for planning accordingly for Wednesday dismissal!
A reminder that EVERY Wednesday is an Early Release Day. Please plan for students to be dismissed at the following times:
• FECC: 8 am - 2 pm
• Ferndale Lower: 8:20 AM – 2:20 PM
• Ferndale Upper: 8:38 AM - 2:38 PM
• FMS: 8 am - 2 pm
• FHS: 8 am - 2 pm
• TCEC: 8:30 AM - 1:50 PM
Thank you for planning accordingly for Wednesday dismissal!
Dear FLower Families,
Please review the important dismissal times and Kindergarten first-week schedule below.
FLower Daily Schedule
• Breakfast doors open: 8:02 AM
• School begins:** 8:20 AM
• Regular dismissal (Mon., Tue., Thu., Fri.):** 3:20 PM
• Early Release Wednesdays:** 2:20 PM
• Half-Day dismissal:** 11:35 AM
Kindergarten First Week
• Monday, Aug. 31:** Half day for students with last names **A–L**
• Tuesday, Sept. 1:** Half day for students with last names **M–Z**; bus transportation to school only. Pickup is at 11:35 AM.
• Wednesday, Sept. 2: Half day for all Kindergarten students
• Thursday, Sept. 3:** First full day for **all Kindergarten students
• Friday, Sept. 4 & Monday, Sept. 7:** **No School – Labor Day Weekend
• SACC: After Care is available until 6 PM for registered students. Half-Day Camp information will be communicated by SACC.
For additional back-to-school information, schedules and important resources, please visit the
FLower Welcome Back page: https://www.ferndaleschools.org/o/fles/page/welcome-back
Questions? Contact the FLower Main Office at (248) 586-8800
Thank you for your partnership!
Ferndale Public Schools & FLower Administration
Please review the important dismissal times and Kindergarten first-week schedule below.
FLower Daily Schedule
• Breakfast doors open: 8:02 AM
• School begins:** 8:20 AM
• Regular dismissal (Mon., Tue., Thu., Fri.):** 3:20 PM
• Early Release Wednesdays:** 2:20 PM
• Half-Day dismissal:** 11:35 AM
Kindergarten First Week
• Monday, Aug. 31:** Half day for students with last names **A–L**
• Tuesday, Sept. 1:** Half day for students with last names **M–Z**; bus transportation to school only. Pickup is at 11:35 AM.
• Wednesday, Sept. 2: Half day for all Kindergarten students
• Thursday, Sept. 3:** First full day for **all Kindergarten students
• Friday, Sept. 4 & Monday, Sept. 7:** **No School – Labor Day Weekend
• SACC: After Care is available until 6 PM for registered students. Half-Day Camp information will be communicated by SACC.
For additional back-to-school information, schedules and important resources, please visit the
FLower Welcome Back page: https://www.ferndaleschools.org/o/fles/page/welcome-back
Questions? Contact the FLower Main Office at (248) 586-8800
Thank you for your partnership!
Ferndale Public Schools & FLower Administration
🚨 BACK TO SCHOOL BLAST RESCHEDULED! 🚨
Due to the forecast for scattered thunderstorms this afternoon, Ferndale Public Schools is rescheduling today’s Back to School Blast to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for everyone.
📅 NEW DATE: Friday, August 28
⏰ 4–7 p.m.
📍 Ferndale High School Football Field
Same Back to School Blast. New date! 🎒🦅💛
We appreciate our families and community partners for their flexibility, and we can’t wait to celebrate the start of the school year with you on Friday!
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post.
#TheFutureIsFerndale #FerndaleSchools #BackToSchool
Due to the forecast for scattered thunderstorms this afternoon, Ferndale Public Schools is rescheduling today’s Back to School Blast to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for everyone.
📅 NEW DATE: Friday, August 28
⏰ 4–7 p.m.
📍 Ferndale High School Football Field
Same Back to School Blast. New date! 🎒🦅💛
We appreciate our families and community partners for their flexibility, and we can’t wait to celebrate the start of the school year with you on Friday!
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post.
#TheFutureIsFerndale #FerndaleSchools #BackToSchool
Calling all Eagles! The countdown to the new school year is on, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you at our Back to School Blast!
Join us for an evening filled with:
🎒 School supplies
🤝 Community resources
🎶 Music & family fun
💙 Connections with the Ferndale Schools community
📅 Wednesday, August 26
🕓 4–7 p.m.
📍 Ferndale High School Football Field
871 Pinecrest, Ferndale, MI 48220
Whether you’re a returning family or joining us for the first time, this is the perfect way to kick off an amazing school year. We hope to see you there!
#TheFutureIsFerndale #FerndaleSchools #BackToSchool #FerndaleFamily #EaglePride
Join us for an evening filled with:
🎒 School supplies
🤝 Community resources
🎶 Music & family fun
💙 Connections with the Ferndale Schools community
📅 Wednesday, August 26
🕓 4–7 p.m.
📍 Ferndale High School Football Field
871 Pinecrest, Ferndale, MI 48220
Whether you’re a returning family or joining us for the first time, this is the perfect way to kick off an amazing school year. We hope to see you there!
#TheFutureIsFerndale #FerndaleSchools #BackToSchool #FerndaleFamily #EaglePride
Calling all Eagles! The countdown to the new school year is on, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you at our Back to School Blast!
Join us for an evening filled with:
🎒 School supplies
🤝 Community resources
🎶 Music & family fun
💙 Connections with the Ferndale Schools community
📅 Wednesday, August 26
🕓 4–7 p.m.
📍 Ferndale High School Football Field
871 Pinecrest, Ferndale, MI 48220
Whether you’re a returning family or joining us for the first time, this is the perfect way to kick off an amazing school year. We hope to see you there!
#TheFutureIsFerndale #FerndaleSchools #BackToSchool #FerndaleFamily #EaglePride
Join us for an evening filled with:
🎒 School supplies
🤝 Community resources
🎶 Music & family fun
💙 Connections with the Ferndale Schools community
📅 Wednesday, August 26
🕓 4–7 p.m.
📍 Ferndale High School Football Field
871 Pinecrest, Ferndale, MI 48220
Whether you’re a returning family or joining us for the first time, this is the perfect way to kick off an amazing school year. We hope to see you there!
#TheFutureIsFerndale #FerndaleSchools #BackToSchool #FerndaleFamily #EaglePride
Join us on May 7 from 6pm to 7:15pm for Kindergarten round up at Ferndale Lower Elementary! Learn more about kindergarten, enjoy tours, speak with staff and even tour a school bus! We hope to see you there!
Michigan Secretary of State's Office (SOS) Pop-Ups are offering FREE State of Michigan ID Cards for students, thanks to a secured community partnership with @dcimovement (Detroit Change Initiative). Other SOS services at Pop-Ups include Driver's License/ID, transfer title, disability placard application and renewal. Parents/Guardians are asked to please bring original birth certificate with raised seal and social security cards for student IDs.
Please join us on April 23 from 10am to 3pm at FECC for the next SOS pop-up and on May 4 from 10am to 3pm at Ferndale Lower Elementary School. Please see the attached flyer for dates/times of SOS Pop-Ups. If families have questions or need assistance procuring a birth certificate, please reach out to Lacetia.Walker@ferndaleschools.org.
Please join us on April 23 from 10am to 3pm at FECC for the next SOS pop-up and on May 4 from 10am to 3pm at Ferndale Lower Elementary School. Please see the attached flyer for dates/times of SOS Pop-Ups. If families have questions or need assistance procuring a birth certificate, please reach out to Lacetia.Walker@ferndaleschools.org.
Please join the Ferndale Community Concert Band for a FREE concert at Ferndale High School on March 29th at 3pm! Donations are welcome. We hope to see you there.
Please join us April 8 at 6pm at Ferndale Administration Building, 2610 Pinecrest for "Soup with the Supe" to discuss Connection, Conversation and Community in a new community-centered format. Please RSVP as childcare and a light meal are provided:
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Join us on April 11 for a FREE health and wellness fair at Ferndale High School from 11am to 2pm! Free medical screenings, CPR training, healthy living resources, exercises, food and fun! We hope to see you there!
Join Giggle Pickles Sat. March 14, from 4pm to 7pm at J's Penalty Box Sports Bar (22726 Woodward Ave., Ferndale) for Dill Pickle Pizza, and other pickle related treats. 25% of sales of all pickle foods will be donated to help get the FMS Giggle Pickles Robotics Team to the 1st Tech Challenge World Championship in Houston! Learn more at: GigglePicklesRobotics.org.
