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FFSD e-Newsletter
A publication of Ferguson-Florissant School District
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District Receives Community Partnership Award from St. Louis Community College- Florissant Valley
Ferguson-Florissant School District has been named the recipient of the 2023 Dr. Rance Thomas Excellence in Community Partnership Award from St. Louis Community College-Florissant Valley.
“I am impressed with the Ferguson-Florissant School District, and it goes without saying that Dr. King would be proud of their efforts to provide “Equity and Access for All,” said Jeff L. Pittman, Ph.D., chancellor of St. Louis Community College. “They are doing so many things right for their students.”
In the selection process for the annual award, the MLK Celebration Committee determines a person or organization that best reflects service that improves the entire community. Learn more.
Join Us for the Teacher & Counselor Career Fair | Sat. Feb. 4
A large part of our students’ success is FFSD’s partnership with our staff and families. We are looking for dedicated teachers and counselors who have a passion for student success to join our dynamic team for the 2023-24 school year. The FFSD Teacher & Counselor Career Fair will be held at McCluer High School on Saturday, February 4, 2023, from 9 a.m. - noon for interested applicants. Learn more.
STEAM Academy @MSB Counselor Named Counselor of the Year
Rayna Blackshear, counselor at STEAM Academy at McCluer South-Berkeley High School, has been named the 2022-23 Counselor of the Year by the St. Louis Suburban School Counselor Association (SLSSCA) for her leadership and outstanding service. Learn more.
Four File for Three School Board Seats
Four candidates filed to be placed on the April 4 election ballot to fill three 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. Kevin M. Martin, incumbent Dr. Donna Paulette-Thurman, Jamal E. Bailey, and incumbent Tiffany Bush.
The election is Tuesday, April 4, 2023. The terms of Dr. Donna Paulette-Thurman, Dr. Kevin M. Martin and Tiffany Bush expire in April 2023. Learn more about the board candidates here.
Huge Success at the Dudes, Dads & Donuts Event
Our community is full of men who care. That is the main takeaway from the Dudes, Dads, and Donuts community event. The turnout was amazing, and the engagement was uplifting. Thank you to everyone who made this such a successful event. Learn more.
Stressing over a test? Need extra homework help? Connect with TutorMe!
Access 24/7 tutoring at no cost to you! Need some extra homework or study help? Log in to TutorMe to connect with a live tutor 24 hours a day, every day. Real, live tutors are available to help with every subject for FFSD students in grades 3-12 .
*Need homework help?
*Need AP course or AP test help?
*Need essay or research paper feedback?
*Have a math question?
*Need help preparing for a test?
Tutors are available for it all!
The best part, it’s FREE for FFSD families and provided by the District. To access TutorMe, students just sign into Clever on their Chromebook, where the program is already uploaded, and tap “TutorMe.” It’s that easy! Learn more https://bit.ly/3H5CptV.
Shared Images of Success - Bright Spots Seen Around FFSD
We have so many great things happening in our District. Check out the Ferguson-Florissant School District Shared Images of Success video series that highlights success stories from around the District. You can see a new SIS video each month at monthly Board of Education meetings or on the District YouTube channel.
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday, Feb. 8 @ 6 p.m. (Watch Live)
Board of Education Meeting
Administration Center
8855 Dunn Road
Thursday, Feb. 16
No School/District Offices Open
Friday, Feb. 17
No School/District Offices Closed
FFSD Wellness Day
Monday, Feb. 20
No School/District Offices Closed
Presidents' Day
Wednesday, Mar. 8 @ 6 p.m. (Watch Live)
Board of Education Meeting
Administration Center
8855 Dunn Road
Wednesday, Mar. 22
Last Day of 3rd Quarter
Mar. 27-31
No School/District Offices Closed
Spring Break
Monday, Apr. 3
No School/District Offices Open
Professional Development for Staff
Tuesday, Apr. 4
No School/District Offices Open