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

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 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.

⏰ 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


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.

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. 💛🤎

⏰ 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!

🚨 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

Please join us for dinner on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at Savvy Sliders at 9 Mile and Pinecrest for a Ferndale High School fundraiser 5:00 PM until 10:00 PM.

Eblast - 52 Inductees! NHS Ceremony - Fashion Design - The Good Doctor - Tom Turkey at Lower & More! https://tinyurl.com/NOV-22-2024

Your Voice Matters! FPS Stakeholder Survey Open Now Ferndale Public Schools values your input and invites you to participate in the FPS Stakeholder Survey. Your feedback is crucial as we work to create an even better learning environment for all our students. 🗓 Survey Open: November 18–29 📋 Survey Link:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FPSSurvey2024

Eblast - November 15th - NHS Induction @ UHS - Future Coders - Veterans Day & More! Our weekly district EBlast - Updates from inside your schools and across the community. https://tinyurl.com/NOV-15-2024

This week's Eblast - FHS Band Win - Heart Check SUCCESS - Anti Bullying @ FUEL! https://tinyurl.com/NOV-08-2024

This week's Eblast - Harvest Festival - TCEC Spirit Week - New Science @ New Lower! https://tinyurl.com/NOV-01-2024

This week's Eblast - FPS Points of Pride - Hijinx & Hilarity Concert - STEAM Lessons & More! https://tinyurl.com/OCT-25-2024-EBlast

Eblast – 1st Assembly at New Lower / College Fair / FECC Primary Colors & Unity / Winter Sports Info!... more! https://tinyurl.com/OCT-18-2024-EBlast

FHS Orchestra & Choir Presents Hijinx & Hilarity Concert! This is a Ferndale tradition and a free show for the community. Costumes are encouraged, there is trick-or-treating on stage and the winner of the costume contest gets to conduct the orchestra!

Eblast - October 4th, 2024 Updates from inside your schools and across the community. FMS Grade Level Meeting - Volleyball Teacher Appreciation - Public Safety Visits FLower https://tinyurl.com/2yc6ch7b

Student Count Day for the State of Michigan is Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024! BE PRESENT, BE POWERFUL! It is important for students to attend classes as verification of their attendance on Wednesday; It is one of two days during the school year when the enrollment taken helps to determine how much state aid schools receive. Students are more likely to succeed in academics when they attend school consistently. This graphic shows the impact good attendance can have on your child's academic success. Please make every attempt to be present on this day and EVERY DAY! We will see you BRIGHT AND EARLY on COUNT DAY! GO EAGLES!