The Fowler Weekly

December 9-13, 2024

MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Good Day All,

I was at an educational law conference this past week from Wednesday through Friday. Being out of the building for multiple days is so strange! I miss the hustle and bustle, the students, the challenges and as someone who is so dedicated and loyal, I always feel the pull to remain on sight. I’ve learned a lot at the conference and I feel so appreciative having such a strong team around me that allows me the flexibility, and ease of mind, to be absent from the building.

We have a fun, celebratory assembly at the end of the school day on Friday, 12/13! Our leadership students have been working hard to put together a fun program for our entire school. As the MC of the event, I’ve been told there may be a costume I’ll be wearing. I’m both excited and terrified. We’ll post some pictures of the event.

It’s hard to believe that 2024 is almost over and as we come into the final weeks of school before an extended, two week winter break I just want to thank you all for the continued support for our electronics policy, focus on academic improvement and continuing to be Fowler Falcons biggest fans! I am so lucky to work in a community and school that is strong and supportive.

CP

COMMUNICATION

Please take a minute to read this: this is our next to last communication that will come as “The Fowler Weekly” in your email.

Beginning with the first communication in January, The Fowler Weekly, will be delivered via ParentSquare. It will look like this:

and will be titled something like “1 new message form Fowler Middle School today”. We want to be sure you continue to know how to locate our communication with you. There are several reasons why TTSD is converting to this form of communicating:

ParentSquare has the ability to translate our communication into over 100 languages. It will automatically send the communication in the language that you have registered with us as the language you prefer for communication.
ParentSquare lets YOU can determine when you would like to receive communication; at the time we send it, or in a “digest” at a specified time each day.
As a district and as a school, we will be using Parent Square exclusively in order to relieve the constant inundation in your email accounts.
This is all so much easier if you have the ParentSquare App. Get started here. Here are Step by Step Instructions for setting up your account. (There are QR codes on these instructions that can be used to access the app) Here is a Link to District website page with more information.

HAPPENINGS

Homework Help will run this week, and then will be over until the next round of ASA (After School Activities). Reminder: Students MUST BE enrolled prior to attending. They can enroll with the ASA Fall Form.

Scholastic Book Fair Be true to your SHELF

Are you ready for the book fair!?! Have you completed your e-wallet? It’s this week!

There’s more info on our school’s Book Fair homepage:

https://www.scholastic.com/bf/fowlermiddleschool5

While you’re there, set up a Book Fair eWallet - the digital payment account that allows your child to shop for books at the Fair without cash. Then share your eWallet link so friends and extended family can add funds. The eWallet is refillable, but any amount leftover can be used on Scholastic’s website. Otherwise, cash, card, and apple pay are accepted at the registers. Every purchase benefits our school!

All Students had a chance to sign up to participate in our 1st Community Day of the 2024-2025 school year this Friday during the afternoon assembly. A huge shout out and thank you to the Student Leadership Team, and their teacher Amy Grube, for all of the hard work that has gone into this event.

Fowler’s Winter Well-Being Warm hearts in cold weather. Click on picture to donate. Help us brighten a family’s world by donating gift cards!

Gift Card Drive for Families in Need

This season, brighten a family's life by donating gift cards! Your generosity can provide essentials like groceries, clothing, or a warm meal to those facing tough times. Gift cards offer flexibility, dignity, and a chance for families to meet their unique needs. Join us in spreading joy and making a meaningful impact in our community. Every card counts! And, the deadline is Tuesday, December 10, this week! Simply drop them off at the Main Office.Accepted Gift Cards:

Target
Walmart
Winco
Fred Meyer
Amazon

Next week the Lost & Found will leave! Is your student missing a coat? Lunchbox? Shoe? Umbrella? Sock? Backpack? Water bottle? Wrist brace? Spiral? Binder? Please have them check the Lost & Found area as the pile of belongings is quite large! If you, as a parent/guardian would like to come in and look around, you are welcome to do so before students arrive (7:30-8:15am) and during the day (9:00-10:30) or (1:00-3:00) or after school (3:15-4:00). We will have you sign in as a visitor and take you over to look at the small mountain. Questions? Call the Main Office at (503)431-5000.

picture border of backpack jacket shoe lunch container water bottle sock umbrella notebook

PSO

A message from the PSO:

It’s that time of year again! We will be supplying our amazing staff with holiday treat boxes to celebrate the season. We will deliver boxes to staff by Wednesday, December 18th. You can sign up using the link below and drop treats off in the front office between Thursday, December 12 and no later than 4pm on Monday, December 16th.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0548A4AC28ABFA7-53354646-staff

Please take a minute to check out this opportunity, there are still several slots available!

12-12 Please join us for the PSO Meeting on Dec. 12th at 6:00pm in the library!

PSO has a Dining for Dollar$ event on the books on Tuesday, December 17 at MOD Pizza on Hazel Fern Rd. And it runs all day! Take this flyer or use MODGIVES25 to order online. MOD will donate 25% of your bill for Fowler PSO-can’t beat that! Grab dinner before the Band Concert or while you’re out running errands. Mark making dinner off your list!

IMPORTANT DATES

December 17 PSO Dining for Dollars

December 17 Winter Band Concert

December 19 Winter/Holiday Choir Concert

December 23-January 3 Winter Break

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

MONDAY, 12/9

Regular Schedule

Homework Help, 3:15-4:15pm

TUESDAY, 12/10

Regular Schedule

Families in Need Contributions Due

Homework Help, 3:15-4:15pm

REAP, 3:15-4:15pm

WEDNESDAY, 12/11

Late Start Schedule

Homework Help, 3:15-4:15pm

REAP, 3:15-4:15pm

THURSDAY, 12/12

Regular Schedule

Homework Help, 3:15-4:15pm

PSO Meeting 6:00pm

FRIDAY, 12/13

Special Schedule

DISTRICT NEWS

TTSD students, their families, and staff now have access to mental health care coordination services at no cost through Care Solace.

As a central hub of care, Care Solace streamlines communication and coordination to connect individuals with the right resources and appropriate levels of care.

With a team of more than 500 dedicated Care Companions, Care Solace connects Tigard-Tualatin School District to over 560,000 licensed mental health and substance use treatment providers.

To learn more about Care Solace and its services, visit caresolace.org.

TTSD and TTEA are negotiating a new contract. Get the latest information from the TTSD website's Labor Relations page, which is updated regularly.