I hope you had a wonderful weekend and were able to enjoy the beautiful weather.

We are looking forward to seeing all of our families at this year's Parent-Teacher Conference meetings September 25th-27th. This is an essential opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher and discuss their progress. Please plan to attend and make the most of this important time. Our goal is 100% participation!

Speaking of conferences, the PTO Book Fair will be open this week. This is an excellent time to purchase Christmas gifts and foster a love of reading!

What sets Falcon Ridge apart from other schools? Our unwavering commitment to rigor, both in academics and character development. Current research studies indicate that America has dropped to the middle of the pack for student achievement, but at Falcon Ridge, we are determined to rise to the top.

This year, our theme is Cowboy Up: Raising the Rigor. We believe in holding our students to the highest standards, not just in their schoolwork and homework, but also in their manners and behavior. At Falcon Ridge, we are dedicated to helping our students grow into responsible, respectful, and well-rounded citizens. Together, we will ensure that every student leaves our school prepared to excel in all areas of life.

Have a restful Fall Break.

Sincerely,

Dr. Jorgensen

As part of our continuous commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all our students, we kindly remind you of our designated student pickup protocol.

For the safety of our students, we ask that you please adhere to the following guidelines during the student pickup process:

Designated Pickup Spot: Please arrive at the designated pickup spot indicated by the school. This helps streamline the pickup process and ensures a smooth flow of traffic.

Teacher Supervision: Our teachers will be present at the pickup spot to assist with safely escorting students to your vehicles. This also allows us to verify that the student is being picked up by an authorized person.

Communication: If there are any changes to the pickup routine, such as a different authorized person picking up the student, please inform the school office in advance. This will help us avoid any confusion and ensure the safety of your child.

Patience and Courtesy: We kindly ask for your patience during the pickup process, especially during peak times. Your courtesy towards fellow parents and staff is greatly appreciated.

By adhering to these guidelines, we can collectively maintain a secure environment for all students. We sincerely thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

Thank you for your ongoing support in prioritizing the safety of our students.

We are so excited that the sports season has begun! Here is some important information regarding practices and home games:

• Elementary students and siblings must be accompanied by an adult and can come to games when doors open

• Siblings of students can not stay after school during practices due to not have staff to supervise students who are not participating

• The main doors will be unlocked at 3:30 for home game guests

Today we kick off with our 2024/25 Book Fair. We will be open all week for students to drop by during school hours, and remain open after school and during parent teacher conferences to allow parents to shop when school is not in session.
Monday 10:00-3:30
Tuesday 8:15-3:30
Wednesday 8:15-7:00
Thursday 10:00-6:00
Friday 8:00-12:00

The annual Falcon Ridge Trunk or Treat will take place on 10/11 at 6:00pm. If you would like to decorate a trunk or donate items for the trunks to pass out please refer to the communication sent out last week, or reach out to the PTO by email.

Mark your calendars for Falcon Ridge Family Farmstead night on October 21st. More details to follow.

Upcoming events:
9/23-27 Book Fair
10/11 Trunk or Treat
10/21 Farmstead night/Kiss the Pig

Why is this important? Classroom instruction and learning happen when students are present. Also, Falcon Ridge receives funding based on average daily attendance. Thank you for your support!

YTD: 96.38%

K - 99.16%
1st - 97.93%
2nd - 95.86%
3rd - 96.20%
4th - 98.18%
5th -96.66%
6th - 97.57%
7th - 90.93%
8th - 96.96%

9/23-9/27 PTO Book Fair

9/24 - Volleyball Game at Calvary Christian @ 4:30pm

9/25 - Cross Country Meet at Payette @ 5:00pm

9/25-9/27 - Parent Teacher Conferences (NO SCHOOL 9/26-9/27)

9/30-10/4 - Fall Break

10/8 - School Board Meeting @ 6:30pm

10/9 - STEM Club @ 3-4:30pm

10/9 - Cross Country Meet at Melba @ 5:00pm

10/10 - PTO Meeting @ 6:00pm

10/11 - PTO Trunk or Treat @ 6:00pm

Email: cjorgensen@falconridgecharter.org
Twitter: @coach_jorgensen