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Congratulations to our Boys' Basketball team! They took home the championship trophy at the HSE intermediate tournament on Saturday at RSI! We are proud of you not only for your win but your growth, sportsmanship, & representing our Falcon character throughout the season! Congratulations to players and coaches! Thank you to our fans & parents for all your support throughout the season!

This week as a school we turned our focus on safety to bus transportation. We discussed how important it is to allow our bus drivers to be focused as they are driving to get everyone to and from their homes safely each and every day. Our students can do this by following the bus expectations listed on the HSE website's Transportation page. Thank you for your collaboration in working to keep all of our Falcons safe!

• Jan 22 - 8:15am First Choir Rehearsal, 5:30pm Girls' Basketball Home Game @ FCI vs HIJH
• Jan 23 - 4-5pm Science Bowl Competition,
• 5:30pm Girls' Basketball Game Away at Hamilton Heights Middle School,
• 6:00pm Creating Positive Relationships 5th Grade Parents Information Meeting
• Jan 24 - 8:15am Student Council
• Jan 25 - 4:30-6:30pm FALCON FRENZY Girls' Basketball Home Game @ FCI vs RSI
• Jan 29 - 8:15am Choir,
• 5:30pm Girls' Basketball Game Away at Highland Middle School, Anderson
• Jan 31 - Learning Clubs
• Feb 1 - 5:30pm Girls' Basketball Home Game @ FCI vs Pendleton

Every year, we gather input from various stakeholder groups about possible revisions to our Student Handbook. Please consider reviewing our current Student Handbook and offering feedback for enhancement; these suggestions could be revisions, removals, or additions. Please indicate all suggestions in the Student Handbook Feedback form. Thank you for your assistance in this important process!

Welcome to Falcon Frenzy 2024!

The basketball game for the Falcons Girls’ Basketball Team against the Riverside Hawks is Thursday, January 25th from 4:30pm - 6:00pm!

Register at this link!

https://my.cheddarup.com/c/fci-falcon-frenzy-basketball-game?cart=4970b67b-2aa8-4be6-99af-2b57af7dd855%21%2170761708

Event admission is $1.00.

All students are welcome to stay after school to attend the game who have completed the permission slip & paid their $1 entry fee online - both are required. We will distribute wristbands for those students that purchased a ticket online for the game. Students must wear their wristband to the game.

Note: Families who do not complete online admission by 1/24 may still have their child attend the game. However, they will be required to go home as usual and be brought back to school for the game, paying their $1 cash at the door.

We would also like to make this game a BLUE OUT!!

All students are encouraged to wear their Falcon gear to the game. We still have some Falcon Frenzy T-shirts available if you would like to purchase. Available sizes - Youth S-XL and Adult S-3XL. Please indicate on the form if you would like to purchase a T-shirt and the size. If we have that size available, we will contact you to purchase for $15 per T-shirt.

• Deadline for online admission ticket purchase is Wednesday, January 24th at 11:59pm.

The Falcon Concession Stand will be open for the basketball game. The concession stand will be offering popcorn ($2), drinks ($2-3), candy ($1-3).

The funds we raise will be used to help the boys' and girls' basketball teams purchase new uniforms!

We also have a link for donations and any amount would be appreciated! Thanks for your support of our PTO.

**Please note when you register online the cost will include an additional system fee.

Go Falcons!

Pick-up: 6:00pm

Please assist us in making pick-up from the FALCON FRENZY basketball game smooth by referring to the following directions and map below:

• 5th grade drop-off and pickup is in FRONT OF THE SCHOOL. Drivers should drive north on Olio to enter the lot then turn south on Olio when exiting the lot. [Pull up past the flag pole along the sidewalk as far as possible along the curb so the maximum amount of vehicles can be along the sidewalk.]

• 6th grade drop-off and pickup is in the BUS PARKING LOT on the north side of the building. Drivers should drive south down Olio to enter the lot then turn north on Olio when exiting the lot. Pull up toward the ball fields as far as possible along the curb so the maximum amount of vehicles can be along the sidewalk.]

IMPORTANT: If you enter the wrong line, you will need to leave the line and drive to the other side of the building to pick up your child. For safety purposes, we will not allow students to walk around the building nor will we allow them to walk across the parking lot to a vehicle. Please note that we do anticipate heavy traffic during the dismissal from the game and we ask that everyone is patient with the pickup process so that we can ensure all students are picked up safely. Please see the attached map below for a visual view of the pickup procedures.

Fall Creek Intermediate will be participating in the Indiana Math Bowl Competition. This academic team is open to all 5th and 6th grade students. Math Bowl requires students to be quick and flexible mathematical thinkers. Students will work in teams to quickly answer a variety of math problems based on Indiana State Standards for grades 4-7. In the 2024 competition, the content areas of focus are algebraic thinking. Print out the attached permission slip and return the lower portion to Mr. Teal by Friday, February 10.

Join FCI's Spring Choir led by our music teachers, Mrs. Spangler and Mrs. Young. The performance for families and friends will be held on March 6. Print out the permission form and return the lower portion to school to sign up! Forms are also available at the Club Hub.

Karyn Mitchel from Creating Positive Relationships (CPR) is hosting a Parent Seminar for FCI 5th grade parents on Tuesday, January 23rd at 6:00pm in the FCI cafeteria.

CPR curriculum is NOT taught in the 5th grade. Instead, the parent information session is offered to support conversations at home.

At the parent support meeting, strategies will be given to parents on how to begin conversations that help your child navigate the changes that occur physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially during puberty. While this evening is designed for 5th grade parents specifically, all parents are welcome.

Creating Positive Relationships (CPR) is a Human Sexuality curriculum developed to build character in young people, empowering them to develop healthy relationships, benefitting their communities and society. The curriculum focuses on teaching students the basics of puberty and sexually transmitted infections (STI’s); personal relationships; physical, emotional, social, and mental health; love vs. crush; and media/technology impact on relationships. This year, the Creating Positive Relationships curriculum will be taught by FCI’s physical education teachers to all 6th grade students during PE rotation beginning at the end of February through the end of March and completed prior to spring break.

Any family that intended to opt-out and not wish for their child to participate in the CPR curriculum must have logged into Skyward and completed out the custom form for CPR. If no response is received prior to the start of CPR instruction, your child will participate in the Creating Positive Relationships curriculum during the February/March timeframe at FCI.

A webinar is available that explains our 6th grade lessons on the Creating Positive Relationships website: https://www.cpr4teens.org/parents/webinar-info/

Should you have questions or concerns about CPR, please contact your child’s PE teacher for more information.

This month 5th grade students have their second school counseling classroom lesson. This round focused on college and career planning! Students were introduced to 5 post secondary pathways. These included: 4-year college, Community College, Trade School, Military, and On The Job Training. Students learned what education or training is required for each pathway, what the benefits are, and possible careers within the pathway. In groups students discussed their interests and current plans for their futures. To close, students completed a 5th Grade Pathway Plan in which they outlined their hobbies/activities, subjects they enjoy in school, and careers they may be interested in. They also did some goal setting to help them grow in their academic success as well as employability skillset. A copy of their Pathway Plan can be found in their school email account.

To explore more career related activities at home, you can visit the following resources for Indiana students and families. It's never too early to start thinking about and planning for their futures!

https://learnmoreindiana.org/

https://learnmoreindiana.org/college/resources/career-discovery

https://www.lmimagazines.org/

In each Falcon Flyer, we will preview upcoming Social and Emotional Learning lessons that your child & their team will focus on for the next two weeks. Of course, the skills and strategies are interwoven throughout all we do.

6th Grade

5th Grade

Calling all students, parents, teachers, and school staff members! The Indiana Pacers are excited to help raise money for our school! As part of the Indiana Pacers School Fundraising program, you will be able to provide discounted tickets for our School Night with the Pacers (as well as other select games) to family, neighbors, co-workers, and anyone else you can think of! The best part is that a portion of every ticket purchased goes directly back to our school.

Students can also win prizes based on the number of tickets they sell.

There are three alternate game dates if you can not attend our school's night on Feb 26.

See the attached flyers with more information!

FALCON FRIDAY - SPIRIT DAYS

FCI will be celebrating Falcon Fridays (Spirit Day) once a month. On Falcon Fridays students and staff are encouraged to show their Falcon pride by wearing FCI gear or school colors.

Falcon Fridays will be the first Friday of each month starting in September, unless the first Friday falls during an HSE scheduled break.

We look forward to seeing your Falcon Pride each month!

NEIGHBORHOOD STOCK THE STAFF LOUNGE

Help us treat the FCI Staff! We are looking for neighborhoods, or groups of families, willing to stock the lounge each month with pre-packaged snacks and drinks.

Questions should be directed to snacks@ptofci.org

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45AEA62BA0FEC07-neighborhood1

FAMILY SURVEY AND COMMITTEE INTEREST FORM

The PTO is planning for the 2023-24 school year! We are asking all Falcon families to please complete a short survey to help us in these efforts.

Please click this link to access the survey, committee descriptions/responsibilities, and additional information throughout the year.

Link to survey: https://forms.gle/PD2KRzLKFAMGLY7M8

Find more information from the PTO here: @ptofci | Linktree

Many items have once again accumulated in our hallways and in the lost & found area at FCI. Check in with your child to see if they have all of their items like lunch boxes, water bottles, sweatshirts, and jackets.

Spring Sport Early Bird Registration Begins January 1st

Mark your calendars! Early bird registration for spring baseball, softball, soccer, boys and girls lacrosse, rugby, boys and (new) high school volleyball, track and field and (new) pickleball opens January 1st at myathletics.com. Season information including divisions and program fees will be updated on our site at the end of December. Information packets will be posted here. Please note, the pickleball offering will begin after most spring sport seasons end to encourage multi-sport participation.

Apply For Spring Registration Scholarships

We offer registration scholarships for children who are on free and reduced lunch within the district. Families can apply for one per season per child and must apply and be accepted during our early bird registration period. For spring sports these dates are 1/1 – 1/31. Email info@myathletics.com.

Fishers Youth Assistance Program (FYAP) is offering a free weekend snack program for youth attending one of the Hamilton Southeastern Schools who qualify for the reduced lunch program or have increased need during this time.

To be part of this free program, you must sign up your family online. https://forms.gle/ZDZ4mtJ2sXoaRRRx6

If you have any questions about the registration, please email fyapfood@gmail.com

Monday, January 22, rot C

• 8:15-9:00am - Choir practice
• 2:-00-3:00pm - PTO meeting
• 4:00-5:00pm - Girl Scout meeting (Troop 4921)
• 5:30-7:30pm - Girls' basketball game @ FCI vs. HIJ

Tuesday, January 23, rot C

• 4:00pm-5:00pm - Science Bowl Competition
• 5:30-7:30pm - Girls' basketball game away @ Hamilton Heights Middle School
• 6:00-7:00pm - 5th grade parent CPR meeting (cafe)

Wednesday, January 24, rot C

• 8:15-9:05am - Student Council
• 4:00-5:00pm - Science Bowl Competition
• 4:00-6:00pm - Girls' basketball practice

Thursday, January 25, rot C

• 4:00pm-5:00pm - Science Bowl Competition
• 4:30-6:30pm - Falcon Frenzy - Girls' basketball game @ FCI vs. RSI

Friday, January 26, rot C

• 7:30-9am - Girls' basketball practice

Monday, January 29, rot C

• 8:15-9:00am - Choir practice
• 5:30-7:30pm - Girls' Basketball game away @ Anderson Intermediate

Tuesday, January 30, rot C

• 4:00-6:00pm - Girls' basketball practice

Wednesday, January 31, rot C

• 8:15-9:05am - FCI Connect
• 3:10-3:50pm - SOAR - Learning Clubs
• 4:00-5:00pm - Girl Scout Meeting troop 4321
• 4:00-6:00pm - Girls' Basketball practice

Thursday, February 1, rot C

• 5:30-7:30pm - Girls' Basketball game @ home vs. Pendleton

Friday, February 2, rot C

• 7:30-9am - Girls' basketball practice

Work when your kids are in school and be off when they are. Food service is looking for full and part-time employees to work a school year schedule. Positions are available at various schools and includes a free lunch.

Apply @ https://www.applitrack.com/hamiltonse/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Food+Service

Morning Drop-off

• Students may enter the cafeteria beginning at 8:45am.
• If you arrive early to have your child enter at 8:45am, please do not park right in front of the cafe doors. Pull all the way to the end of the curb near the handicap parking spaces. Look for a cone to be added to the curb as a guide this week so you know where to pull up to.
• If you want to arrive early but NOT have your child enter the building before 9:05am, please do NOT park along the curb. This creates issues with traffic flow as well as safety issues. You may opt to park in the parking lot then join the line when you are ready to drop your child off for school.
• Students should exit the vehicle from the curb side for safety.

Afternoon Pick-up

• Pull all the way up to the end of the curb. Look for a cone to be added to the curb as a guide this week so you know where to pull up to.
• Do NOT stop early/mid-way on the curb as it slows down the pick-up line and keeps traffic flowing into the parking lot. Pull to the end of the curb nearest the handicap parking.
• Students are instructed to meet you at the end of the curb when your vehicle stops.
• Students should enter the vehicle from the curb side for safety.

We will continue to work with students to pay attention to look for your vehicles to move pick-up along in the afternoon.

Please ensure that you are staying within the cones during drop-off and pick-up. This means patiently waiting in the "zipper" lines as well as not going around the cones at the ends of the aisles regardless of time of day. Students should also exit & enter vehicles on the side nearest the curb.

Additionally, when entering and exiting our parking lot, please be extremely cautious. This is why it is suggested that all travel northbound to both enter and then when exiting our parking lot. Doing otherwise, makes it challenging to enter & exit across the traffic on Olio especially with the traffic into and out of Fall Creek Junior High.

All of our practices are constructed for the safety of our students & families! Let's remember that our children are watching! We can set the good example! Thank you, Falcon family!

• Buzzer protocol - When you ring the buzzer for entry, remember that the office staff will ask you your name, intent, child's name/homeroom to ensure those that enter FCI should enter.
• Photo ID - Whether picking up or dropping off, please have photo ID such as your driver's license ready for identification purposes.
• Door 1 entry - All visitors must enter via door 1 regardless of time of day. Please do not come in the cafeteria door with students before school.
• Bus lot - Do not enter the bus lot prior to bus arrival or while buses are in the lot.
• Drop-off - Please make all attempts possible to have your child exit your vehicle on the side of the curb. Exit the opposite side and walking in between cars is not safe.

Per HSE Policy, visitors and volunteers must have their Safe Visitor Badge scanned by office staff to check-in to the building.

If you do not have a Safe Visitor Badge, please find the directions to apply for one listed here https://www.hseschools.org/departments/school-safety under Visiting and Volunteering.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Tobi Fields at 317-594-4100.

If you or someone you know is at risk of self-harm, suicide, or harmful towards others, please contact one of the following (All lines are free, confidential, and available 24/7):

Community Health Network - Call 800-662-3445 or Text HELPNOW to 20121
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - Call 800-273-8255
LookUP - Call 800-284-8439 or Text LookUp to 494949

Mental Health Issues are common and treatable. Hamilton Southeastern Schools has a contract with Community Health Network and has a mental health therapist working with students in each of our schools. If you have questions or concerns please reach out to your school’s school counselor for further information.

All students in HSE Schools deserve to come to school free of fear and to feel safe to be their authentic selves. Discrimination of any type is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated at HSEHS Schools – this includes sexual harassment (Title IX) and discrimination based on disabilities or race (Titles II and VI).

If students ever experience any type of harassment, we ask that they report this immediately to an administrator, school counselor or trusted adult. Beyond reporting directly to building officials, HSE Schools has an entire support system in place for filing concerns and complaints, which can be located on our District website. https://www.hseschools.org/about/legal-notes

Assistant Principal - Mr. Marc Williams (mwilliams@hse.k12.in.us)

Email: FCI-General@hse.k12.in.us
Website: https://fci.hseschools.org/
Location: 12011 Olio Road Fishers, IN 46037
Phone: (317) 915-4220
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fall-Creek-Intermediate-Falcons/536020973132615
Twitter: @FCI_Falcons