One District United e-Newsletter
A publication of Ferguson-Florissant School District
Robinwood is an Elite 8 March 'Math' Madness National Finalist
Congratulations to Robinwood Intermediate School. They are an Elite 8 March ‘MATH’ Madness Finalist. Drum roll……one of the top 8 schools in the nation for completing and passing the most Imagine Math Lessons. They are in the running for making the top 4 in the country during Imagine Learning’s March ‘Math’ Madness Competition. The national school finalists are:
Renaissance Charter School at West Palm Beach of Charter Schools USA, FL
Hollywood Academy of Arts and Science-Elementary of Charter Schools USA, FL
Bayou Boeuf Elementary School of Lafourche Parish School Board, LA
Robinwood Elementary School of Ferguson-Florissant School District R2, MO
Pioneer Valley Elementary of Bethel School District 403, WA
Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School of Nogales Unified School District 1, AZ
Paulding Middle School of Lucia Mar Unified School District, CA
Heckethorn Elementary of Clark County School District, NV
Learn more here.
FFSD Hosts K-6th Grade Family Math Night
FFSD hosted a K-6th Grade Family Math Night. It was a fun evening where families enjoyed experiences related to all areas related to math. During the event, parents and students visited stations and participated in hands-on activities such as Imagine Math stations, math manipulatives, fraction tiles, pattern blocks, and more. Students were busy solving problems in order to fill in their passports. The evening ended with a light family dinner and prizes to take home. Thanks to all the families and staff who made this night possible. View the photo gallery here: https://bit.ly/3iczqCl
FFSD Transportation Earns High Safety Rating
Ferguson-Florissant School District Transportation Department received a high pass rating on its annual safety inspection from the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Thanks to our drivers and mechanics for maintaining the safety of our buses. Congrats FFSD Transportation Department, on your hard work and dedication every day to keep our students safe.
Eighth-grader is Named FFSD 2022 Spelling Bee Champion
Congratulations to GiGi Hackl, who is the Ferguson-Florissant School District 2022 Spelling Bee Champion. Hackl competed against elementary and middle school students who represented their respective schools as building-level winners.
Kudos to Namari Carson, eighth-grader at Ferguson Middle, who is the FFSD 2022 Spelling Bee Runner-Up.
Vote for School Board Candidates on April 5
Three candidates filed to be placed on the April 5 election ballot to fill two open seats on the Ferguson-Florissant Board of Education. Those who filed to serve a three-year term on the board are, in order of filing and as their names will appear on the ballot, incumbent Dr. Sheila Powell-Walker, Terry M. Turner and Jillian Dunn.
Candidates are elected using cumulative voting. In cumulative voting, voters can cast as many votes as there are seats. With two open seats in the election, each voter has two votes to cast. Voters can cast both of their votes for one candidate or one vote each for two candidates. Learn more about each candidate here: https://bit.ly/3IR1vLf
FFSD High School Athletes Sign Letters of Intent
Joined by their coaches, family and friends, several FFSD student-athletes officially made a commitment to play a sport and continue their academic career at the next level. The National Signing Day ceremony was delayed when in-person classes were cancelled due to weather and road conditions earlier in February. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3vFYtpa
District Building Teachers of the Year
FFSD is proud to announce the selection of building Teachers of the Year.
These outstanding teachers were selected by members of the school community based on teacher, student, parent and community nominations because of their skillful delivery of instruction, commitment to teaching and learning, and leadership within their school buildings. The teachers will move forward for consideration for the 2022-23 FFSD District Teacher of the Year honor.
School Based Health Services Offered to FFSD Families
We are excited to announce a new student health service available for students in the Ferguson-Florissant School District. Students now have access to on-demand virtual medical visits through our partner, Hazel Health.
This partnership is designed to increase access to quality health care for all students, safely keep healthy students in school, positively impact attendance and provide convenience - particularly for working parents. All students will need a signed consent form to access this service. Parents/Guardians: If you would like for your child to have access to this service, please sign up using the Health Form.
How does it work?
Students have access to virtual medical visits right in the school nurse's office. The school nurse will communicate with a student’s parent when the nurse feels a medical visit is warranted. Hazel Health providers can evaluate your child’s symptoms and provide the appropriate type of treatment. If your child is sick at home, parents can also access Hazel Health medical visits from home from 7 a.m.- 5 p.m. on school days. Contact a medical provider from home by clicking here: https://my.hazel.co/fergflor/info
Please note:
- Parents will have the ability to opt-in or out of the program at any time, and no student will participate or be treated unless a parent has given their consent.
- This service is NOT intended to replace an established relationship with your primary care physician. It is designed to increase access to quality health care for all students, safely keep healthy students in school and occasionally provide convenience - particularly for working parents.
- Sick children should still stay home from school, but if an issue arises once a student is on campus, Hazel Health is a convenient option for parents who have given their consent.
Duchesne Celebrates Read Across America Week
Read Across America Week at Duchesne Primary School ends with a favorite -- Dress like a book character day! Read more here.
Halls Ferry Honors Culture, Achievement and Pride During Black History Month
Halls Ferry Intermediate School participated in Black History Month spirit week with activities expressing culture, achievement, and pride. Read more here.
Kindergarten Registration | Saturday, April 9
Join us for kindergarten registration on Saturday, April 9 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at McCluer (1896 S. New Florissant Rd. 63031). Kindergarten students must be 5 years old on or before July 31, 2022, to enroll. Don’t miss the opportunity to register early, meet your child’s principal, meet kindergarten teachers, and receive free school supplies and required immunizations right on-site – all in one place!
Upcoming Events
March 21-26
Spring Break | District Offices Closed
Tuesday, March 29
End of 3rd Quarter
Tuesday, April 5
No School - Election Day | PD for Staff | District Offices Open
Saturday, April 9 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Kindergarten Registration
McCluer High School
1896 S. New Florissant Rd. (M1 Gym Door 6)
The Ferguson-Florissant School District, located in suburban St. Louis, serves more than 10,000 students from preschool through 12th grade with an excellent comprehensive educational program. Fully accredited by the state of Missouri, the Ferguson-Florissant School District operates seven Pre-Kindergarten through 2nd-grade schools, six intermediate schools (3rd through 5th grade), two 6th grade centers, two middle schools, two A+ and NCA-CASI - accredited high schools, a cutting-edge STEAM middle school, and a STEAM high school, a student-centered learning Innovation School and a Restoration and Wellness Center. In addition, the District includes a nationally recognized early education program, the award-winning Challenger Learning Center space education facility, and the Little Creek Nature Area, a 97-acre nature preserve that offers experiential learning opportunities for students in science, biology, ecology, and related areas of study.