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One District United e-Newsletter
A publication of Ferguson-Florissant School District
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Upcoming Dates:
Monday, Nov. 6
No School for Students/District Offices Open
Staff professional development
Tuesday, Nov. 7
No School for Students/District Offices Open/Teacher Work Day
Election Day
Wednesday, Nov. 8 @ 6 p.m. (Watch Live)
Board of Education Recognition & Monthly Meeting
Administration Center
Thursday, Nov. 9 @ 6 p.m.
Red Tail Cadet Informational Meeting/High School Students
Administration Center
Nov. 20-24
No School/District Closed/Thanksgiving Break
Emergency Notification Test
Ferguson-Florissant will conduct a test of its emergency notification system for staff and parents on Monday, November 6, at 7 p.m. This test ensures that we have accurate contact information for you in case of an emergency or closure due to weather.
How the emergency test will work:
A phone and text message will be sent to your home and cell phone numbers on file, and you will receive an email to all addresses on file.
Is your contact info updated in case of an emergency?
If you need to update your contact information, log in to the Parent Portal.
STEAM Academy High School Ranked Best in America
STEAM Academy at McCluer South-Berkeley has been rated among the best in the country, according to the 2023-24 U.S. News & World Report. Out of 17,680 high schools nationally, STEAM Academy ranked No. 6,216. In Missouri, the school ranked 84 out of 718 high schools, placing the school in the top 12% of high schools in the state. Learn more about the recognition in the Channel 5 news story.
In the News....📰
Nature Schools Make the Outdoors Their Classroom
McCluer Students Share About their College Application Experience
School Board Earns Urban Excellence Award
Ferguson-Florissant Community Celebrates Homecoming
The Ferguson-Florissant community came together to celebrate homecoming festivities. Community events included parades, football games, bonfires, the naming of the homecoming court, and more. See highlights and photos in the photo gallery.
McCluer North Gives Back
McCluer North students took some time this fall giving back to the local retirement community. See more.
FFSD First Responder Breakfast
As a finale for School Safety Week, Ferguson-Florissant School District hosted a First Responder breakfast for all of our community First Responders. We are so thankful for the opportunity to give back to those who do so much for our community. Learn more here.
All District Mediation Tournament 🏅
The first ever FFSD All-District Mediation Tournament took place this fall. Students showcased their mediation skills, resolving conflicts like pros. Thank you to all of the scholars for their dedication and hard work in making history by participating in a tournament that is the first of its kind. And congratulations to all the team and individual award recipients. Check out the photo gallery.
Stressing Over a Test? Need Homework Help? Connect with a Varsity Tutor!
Varsity Tutors are available for On Demand tutoring, On Demand classes, and Live Classes are available. Access 24/7 tutoring at no cost to you! Need some extra homework or study help? Log in to Varsity Tutors to connect with a live tutor 24 hours a day, every day. Real, live tutors are available to help you with every subject — free of charge! To access a Varsity Tutor, students can sign into the Clever Portal and tap “Varsity Tutors.” Learn more here.
FFSD Hosts Senior Community
The District hosted a senior citizen luncheon in October for senior residents 55+. It was a great afternoon spent learning about the latest updates in the District and how to stay connected with our schools. Our senior friends enjoyed lunch, a student musical performance and were hosted by Innovation culinary students. Check out photos from the afternoon. We look forward to seeing everyone next year.
Be a HERO! Here. Everyday. Ready. On Time.
Attendance Matters! Student success starts with good attendance and is the responsibility of the student, family and school. School attendance is one of the most reliable predictors of student success. Students who attend school regularly have a better chance of building a strong foundation as they move from kindergarten to high school.
Did you know?
Chronic absence means your child has missed 10% or more of the school year for any reason to date. Missing just two days a month adds up to missing ten percent of the school year. When students are chronically absent, the risk of falling behind increases. Learn more here.
Hazel Heath Services for Students
FFSD families, did you know that every student in our schools has access to Hazel Health’s providers that specialize in pediatric medical or therapy care? Students can get what they need from the comfort of school or home without families missing work. These services are offered to every FFSD student at no cost to families. To take advantage of this service, sign up today! my.hazel.co/fergflor
Looking for More Winter Uniform Options?
Brrr...it's starting to get colder outside. Now is a great time to add sweaters, cardigans, fleeces, blazers, long-sleeve shirts, and more to your uniform selection. Families can order from TrayJay's online store or other retailers. When ordering from TrayJay's you can customize your order and have your items delivered straight to your home. Visit the online TrayJay's store today.
We're Looking For You! 💙
Come join a school district on the cutting edge of innovation, state-of-the-art instruction, and a champion for educational equity. We are looking for dedicated teachers and staff members who have a passion for student success to join our dynamic team for the 2023-24 school year.
- Excellent pay with health and wellness benefits
- Health clinic dedicated to Ferguson-Florissant employees
- Employer paid health benefits for Ferguson-Florissant employee
- Pension plan with employer match
If you know someone who would be a good fit for these positions, feel free to share!
We have jobs currently posted on our website, so click here to see them all!
Together, these are our schools. Our community. Our students. Our stories. Join us in telling it. The Ferguson-Florissant School District, located in suburban St. Louis, serves nearly 10,000 students from preschool through 12th grade with an excellent comprehensive educational program.