Dear High School Families,

As we enter the second month of the year, I want to take a moment to express my appreciation for the continued support and involvement of our school community. February is always a time to reflect on the progress we've made, both academically and personally, and to celebrate the achievements of our students.

We have seen remarkable growth in our classrooms, and I am proud of the dedication our students are showing towards their studies. As we move forward, I encourage our students to maintain their focus and continue working hard to finish the semester strong. Progress reports were just emailed on 2/5, so please review those and encourage your student to connect with their teachers if there are any questions.

This month, we will be celebrating a variety of important events and activities, including Valentine's Day/Kindness activities, Black History Month celebrations, SAT Day, athletic signing days and academic competitions. These events are not only great opportunities for our students to learn and grow, but they also help foster a sense of community within our school.

Please continue to support your child’s learning at home. Whether it's reviewing homework, engaging in meaningful conversations about their day, or encouraging them to participate in after-school activities, your involvement makes a significant difference in their success.

Warm regards,

Megan Brink

High School Principal

2/6- Chorus Solo & Ensemble

2/6-2/9 Student Astronaut Challenge

2/7- Black History Month Celebration, 6:00 p.m.

2/10- 14 KINDNESS WEEK

2/10- HOSA Trip to FAMU

2/10- Pre-MPA Orchestra Concert

2/14- Early Release Day

2/15- HS Dance Marathon

2/17- President's Day, No School

2/17-2/21- Junior Trip to Washington D.C.

2/19- TSC Dental Hygiene Presentation for Exercise Science and CNA

2/21- 2/23 - NSTEM Trip to Embry- riddle

2/21-2/23- Science Olympiad Regional Competition

2/21- TSC Preview Day

2/22- Concert Chorus @FSU Brahm's Requiem

2/25- Chorus MPA

2/26- Athletics Guest Speaker- Nutrition

2/26- Orchestra MPA

2/27- Women in STEM Honor Society Field Trip

2/27- Theatre Showcase and Living Theatre Museum

2/28- Band District MPA

3/1- MAO March Regional

Please take a moment to check FOCUS for your student's attendance. We have a busy campus with busy students! Please double check your student's attendance to verify that all absences that should be excused are excused. Not only do we want accurate attendance records, but this also impacts your student's ability to participate in the exam exemption at the end of the year. If you need an attendance correction, please contact attendance@fsus.school.

Every high school student at FSUS has an account/access for Xello! Students can access it through their Clever account. Take a moment to review this with your student. Students can utilize a course planner linked to our courses and explore career and college profiles. For any questions, contact Coach April McGriff.

Congratulations to Brooke Baum for being elected the Florida Association of Student Councils District 1 Secretary! She and a group of our Student Council members attended the District 1 conference in Pensacola in January.

Afolabomi Ibilaiye

Afolabomi is a natural leader both inside and outside the classroom. Academically, he excels in our Math Accelerated Program (MAP) as well as our other coursework. He is also active in our school community as a member of the National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS), art club, and Singing Seminoles. Most impactful, though, is who Afolabomi is as a person. He is the student who is always quietly being helpful: cleaning up something you left behind, organizing materials for an absent student, helping a student open the stuck zipper on his backpack without asking for any recognition. He is incredibly well liked by his peers with no shortage of friends who adore him, but also always willing to reach out to someone new or be there for someone in need of a partner. He has the perfect balance of empathy, heart, and ideas to be a “dreamer” as well as the problem solving, critical thinking skills, and motivation to act to be a “doer.”

Legend Sands

What truly sets Legend apart is his empathy and thoughtfulness. He consistently demonstrates kindness and understanding, whether supporting his peers or offering help. He pays attention to the small details and is considerate in how he helps others, making him a trusted friend and a natural leader.

Legend admires his two older brothers, both athletes who inspire him with their dedication and drive. His father, a coach, has taught him the importance of discipline and hard work, not just in sports, but in life. For Legend, true health is about more than strength – it’s about building resilience, inside and out.

Above all, Legend has a huge heart and cares deeply for his family and friends. He’s always been concerned for others, offering guidance, love, and encouragement. Legend does what’s right, even when it’s not the easy choice, standing firm in his values and never following the crowd.

Legend Sands leads with heart, empathy, and perseverance. He is an excellent model of being both a dreamer and a doer—someone who inspires through action and shows that true leadership comes from within.

Khloe Woodson

Khloe Woodson has been a member of the Florida State University School family for nine years. Khloe is a passionate student known for her compassion and caring attitude for everyone she comes in contact with.

Khloe has a remarkable ability to lead by example. Khloe has a genuine desire to make the world a better place. Much like Dr. King’s vision of a “beloved community”, Khloe fosters an environment where collaborations and mutual respect are at the forefront of everything she does.

Khloe embodies Dr. King’s belief that “we must learn to live together as brothers and sisters, or perish together as fools.” Khloe fosters understanding and brings others together in ways that are truly remarkable.

It is a privilege to work with such an inspiring young person, and I look forward to seeing the many ways Khloe will continue to contribute to the betterment of our community and beyond.

Gabrielle Bowden

Gabrielle Bowden, who the school affectionately calls Gabby, is a passionate and dedicated student at Florida State University School, known for her commitment to the ideals and beliefs of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Our students nominate superstar teachers for the PROS Award. One teacher or staff member is selected by Mrs. Wilkinson and Mrs. Brink from those nominations. Our PROS awards so far have gone to.....

Past Winners:

Jeremy Mello (HS Social Studies)

Connie Eichler (Finance)

Jazmine Hernandez (HS Science)

Allison Westphal (clinic)

Danny Bailey (attendance)

Kaleigh Taylor (HS Social Studies)

Karen Ward (Culinary)

Nominate a faculty or staff member to receive the P.R.O.S recognition!

During Counselor Appreciation Week, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to Ms. Kinney and Mr. Gonner, who make a profound impact on the lives of those they serve. Your guidance, empathy, and unwavering support create an environment where individuals feel seen, heard, and understood. You help shape futures, build resilience, and inspire hope. Thank you for your dedication and for making the world a better place, one person at a time. Your work is truly invaluable, and we appreciate everything you do.

Congratulations to Jizelle Reiley, Jessiah McGrew, Nicholas Rose!

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Look here for possible volunteer opportunities. Please contact Mrs. Brink or Mrs. Kinney if there are volunteer opportunities you would like to share with students.

· Saturday, Feb. 8th - Chaires Elementary School Annual Panther Prowl. To sign-up, visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C45ADA623A2FE3-54351922-student

Questions for our student services team? Please see contact information below:

Academic Dean for 9th/10th Grade- Ms. April McGriff, amcgriff@fsu.edu

Academic Dean for 11th Grade/Dual Enrollment- Mr. Todd McNeil, tmcneil@fsu.edu

Academic Dean for 12th Grade/9-12 Counselor- Ms. Jennifer Kinney, jkinney@fsu.edu

Dean of Discipline Grades 9-12, Mr. Kevin Helms, khelms@fsu.edu

Attendance Dean, Mr. Danny Bailey, wbailey@fsu.edu

Testing Coordinator, Ms. Lisa Kelley, lkelley@fsu.edu

CollegeBoard and AP Testing, Ms. Megan Crombie, mcrombie@fsu.edu

We have many different supportive resources for our students.

Please note the following and reach out as needed:

Student Records- records@fsus.school

Admissions- admissions@fsus.school

FOCUS Troubleshooting- focus@fsus.school

Attendance- attendance@fsus.school

Clinic- clinic@fsus.school

Other Services:

• Bullying/Anonymous Reporting- (https://airtable.com/appSnRUYeEyLL2Cb7/pagqaSyuclVKoCUit/form)
• Counseling Services- https://www.fsus.school/health
• ESE/504 Information- Matt McCloskey and Monica Broome, mbroome@fsu.edu

• Free & Reduced Lunch- Click cafeteria and set up through PayPams (https://www.fsus.school/payment)
• Title I Coordinator- The goal of the FSUS Title I program is to increase student achievement by supporting students, families, and teachers.- Dr. Christopher Small, clsmall@fsu.edu
• Title IX Deputy Coordinator (Harassment)- Monica Broome, mbroome@fsu.edu (https://www.fsus.school/parent2)

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