Football Playoffs - Round #1 - Friday, November 1st at 7:00 p.m.

Based on the Sunday Draw for Division #3, Fenton will host Linden in the first round of playoffs this Friday, November 1st at 7:00 p.m. Because Fenton's overall record was better, we will have home field advantage. Tickets are only available through GoFan.

Daylight saving time will end for the year at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, Nov. 3, when we "fall back" and gain an extra hour of sleep. Next year, it will begin again on Sunday, March 9, 2025.

1. November 1st - Early Admission Deadline for Most Michigan Colleges/Universities (see Senior section below for info on Common App, Parchment for transcripts, & other college resources).

2. Lace Up for Learning 5K Run - Registration Deadline - November 2nd at 9:30 a.m.

Monday (11/4/24):

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
• FAPS Board of Education Meeting - 6 p.m.

Tuesday (11/5/24): Election Day

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).

Wednesday (11/6/24):

• After School Tutoring: Cancelled due to Staff Meeting.
• Staff Meeting - 2:45 to 3:45 p.m.

Thursday (11/7/24):

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
• FAPS Ski & Snowboard Club Info Meeting at 5:30 pm @ Tomek-Eastern Elementary
• School Play - The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza at 7:00 p.m.

Friday (11/8/24):

• School Play - The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza at 7:00 p.m.

Saturday (11/9/24)

• School Play - The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza Olympiaganza at 7:00 p.m.

Students at FHS participated in a Walk to End Alzheimer's on Tuesday, October 29th at the track located at the Ivan Williams field. Students purchased bracelets for $5.00 to participate in the walk, raising over $350 for the cause!

The end of the 1st marking period is October 25th and Teacher Grades are due on Friday, November 1st. After we also get grades from our outside partners (i.e. GCI, Mott, U of M, etc.) we will release grades via Parent Vue/Student Vue.

Remember, 1st marking period grades are worth 40% of the semester grade. Semester grades are determined as follows: 1st mp (40%) + 2nd mp (40%) + Semester Exams (20%) = Overall semester grade. Example grade calculation using 75% 1st marking period and 80% second marking period and a 70% on semester exam grade ; (.75)(.40) + (.80)(.40) + (.70)(.20) = .30 + .32 + .14 = .76 = 76% or C for the overall semester grade.

1st marking period (8/22 - 10/25/24) = 40% of 1st semester grade

2nd marking period (10/30 - 1/17/25) = 40% of 1st semester grade

Semester Exams (January 15, 16, & 17, 2025) = 20% of 1st semester grade

Overall semester grades are what gets put on the official transcript in January.

The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza, audiences are treated to a classical education, rendered within a contemporary context, and presented in an unconventional manner utilizing interactive participation, elements of slapstick, and general theatrical insanity.

Two battling narrators attempt to both educate and entertain by offering their interpretations of such famous myths as Pandora’s Box, Jason & the Argonauts, and Hercules, with this entire melee culminating in a bizarre, musical dance-influenced version of The Iliad, guaranteed to provide a wild and fun-filled ride for audiences of all ages.

Monday (11/11/24): Veterans Day

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).

Tuesday (11/12/24):

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
• Club Photos during SRT

Wednesday (11/13/24):

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).

Thursday (11/14/24):

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
• Club Photos during SRT

Friday (11/15/24):

• NHS Blood Drive #2

Saturday (11/16/24)

• Ambassadors' Concert - 7:00 p.m.

Fenton High School's National Honor Society is hosting its SECOND blood drive of the year on Friday, November 15th in the FHS Auxiliary Gym. Please check out the height & weight chart for young donors (see below) and start getting your permission slips/consent to donate forms filled out and turned in to Mrs. Hazlett.

For more info: Contact: vhazlett@fentonschools.org

Monday (11/18/24): American Education Week

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).

Tuesday (11/19/24):

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).

Wednesday (11/20/24):

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).

Thursday (11/21/24):

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).

Friday (11/22/24):

Monday (11/25/24): American Education Week

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).

Tuesday (11/26/24):

• After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).

Wednesday (11/27/24):

• No School - Thanksgiving Break

Thursday (11/28/24):

• No School - Thanksgiving Break

Friday (11/29/24):

• No School - Thanksgiving Break

1. Application for Free & Reduced Breakfast/Lunch - which also includes discounts on Pay to Play, AP & IB Testing Fees, Chromebook fees, Summer School, etc. https://fenton.familyportal.cloud/

2. After School Tutoring Permission Slip:

Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1odiS4mRzklpQaUQ73mTuUSwPYgWIW0u1/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=103600241834367633096&rtpof=true&sd=true

3. Bus Routes: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2673/FPS/4721453/Fenton_Bus_Routes___Stop_Times_2024.pdf

4. Cell Phone Policy: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-b5GkqWwuQmFvARZHkNoICxojtwysp0G/view?usp=sharing

5. Lunch Menu: https://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=2409121612125386&page=menus

6. Medication Form: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xHcajfjWo3vXFDHGqU7bFpGkmJxLxnTtECAv-bg_FZc/edit?usp=sharing

7. No Outside Food Deliveries: Prior approval must also be obtained for parents wanting to deliver outside food items to his/her student and friends as this competes with what is sold in the cafeteria as part of the federal school lunch programs, creates confusion, incorrectly implies students can order food for delivery to the cafeteria, and arrangements must be made to find an alternate location for food consumption for the group.

8. Parking Registration Form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4pr5MSTF2M3BTWhJh4q3Eo2x9UZYgfR4-b6y8aCfFznT4Ug/viewform

Parents:

We know you get busy, but at the high school level, students who accumulate over 10 days of absences during a semester, especially when those absences are unexcused, have to appeal for their credit at the end of the semester.

Please don't put yourself and your child in that situation. Be sure to call when they are out absent or by noon the next day (after you receive the robocall to remind you).

Thanks.

Congratulations to the State Bank FHS Athlete of the Week for the week of August 26, 2024.

See the slide deck button below for previous winners!

Coach Muzer is heading to the MHSAA Cross Country State Finals this Saturday with 2 of our athletes!

Freshmen Gavin Katic and Gerard Gilmour both qualified this past weekend!

Gavin & Gerard were given a Drum Line Escort out of the building on, Thursday, 10/31/24 at 2:35 PM to wish they well on their upcoming competition.

If you are interested in FHS Winter Sports, tryouts begin:

October 28: Gymnastics & Ice Hockey

November 11: Boys' Basketball, Competitive Cheer, Skiing & Wrestling

November 20: Girls' Basketball, Bowling, Boys' Swim & Dive

Remember, to tryout you must have a sport physical dated after April 15, 2024 and be completely registered on the Final Forms website at:

https://fenton-mi.finalforms.com

Pay to Participate Fee is $230 for the 2024-25 school year.

Academic Eligibility: 10th - 12th grade students must pass 4 out of 6 classes plus SRT in the previous semester. Incoming 9th grade students are automatically eligible for the first semester of their freshman year, and transition to the criteria above beginning with the second semester.

Boys Basketball - Coach Schroeder

email: tschroeder@fentonschools.org

Girls Basketball - Coach Kutchey

email: dkutchey@fentonschools.org

Bowling - Coach Ron Little

email: rlittle@fentonschools.org

Gymnastics - Coach Danielle (Dani) Wolanin

email: daniwolanin@gmail.com

Hockey - Coach Jason Warda

email: jasonwarda@gmail.com

Boys & Girls Alpine Ski - Coach Dave Sprague

email: alpinelandscape_mi@yahoo.com

Boys Swim and Dive - Coach Brad Jones

email: bjones@fentontigers.org

Wrestling - Coach Buddy Poyner

email: budrobusiness@gmail.com

The Ski & Snowboarding Club will have its annual meeting on Thursday, 11/7/24 @ Tomek Elementary Cafeteria @ 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Mt. Holly Ski School Rep will be there at 6:00 pm to answer questions for NEW members. Families will be able to sign up for this year's club membership, and get updated information for new and returning members.

A few slight changes for this year include: SAME student card BOTH skiers & snowboarders, BOTH (ski & SB) will receive 2 lesson coupons on their membership card.

Items still the same: Membership cards $30/each (Student & Adult)

Mon.-Fri (3pm-close) Lift Tickets $30/each

Mon.-Fri (3pm-close) Rentals $30/each

All ADULT lift tickets MUST be bought at the ticket window

(we can sell you rentals)

Buy Club night tickets from School Sponsor (Mrs. Eastman or Mrs. Loria)

Students must be at least 7yrs old to participate

Middle School & High School Sponsor-

Melani Loria- mloria@fentonschools.org

Elementary Sponsor - Sara Eastman - Seastman@fentonschools.org

This week, our school community will focus on the Other People Mindset of Knowing That My Words and Actions Affect Others, which means having an awareness that everything that we say and do can affect others — and our relationships with them.

Whether we speak, email, text, or post, our words and actions can have a positive or negative effect. The words and actions we choose can lift others up or bring them down, and they also impact us. When we all think carefully about our words and actions and show respect and care for those around us, we create a happier and healthier community.

Link to Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VqvO_D_H6E

The most famous of all the units fighting in Cuba, the "Rough Riders" was the name given to the First U.S. Volunteer Cavalry under the leadership of Theodore Roosevelt. Roosevelt resigned his position as Assistant Secretary of the Navy in May 1898 to join the volunteer cavalry. The original plan for this unit called for filling it with men from the Indian Territory, New Mexico, Arizona, and Oklahoma. However, once Roosevelt joined the group, it quickly became the place for a mix of troops ranging from Ivy League athletes to glee-club singers to Texas Rangers and Indians.

Roosevelt and the commander of the unit Colonel Leonard Wood trained and supplied the men so well at their camp in San Antonio, Texas, that the Rough Riders were allowed into the action, unlike many other volunteer companies. They went to Tampa at the end of May and sailed for Santiago de Cuba on June 13. There they joined the Fifth Corps, another highly trained, well supplied, and enthusiastic group consisting of excellent soldiers from the regular army and volunteers.

The Rough Riders saw battle at Las Guásimas when General Samuel B. M. Young was ordered to attack at this village, three miles north of Siboney on the way to Santiago. Although it was not important to the outcome of the war, news of the action quickly made the papers. They also made headlines for their role in the Battle of San Juan Hill, which became the stuff of legend thanks to Roosevelt's writing ability and reenactments filmed long after.

Students in Mrs. Gray's U.S. History classes "took to the halls" earlier this week to help bring to life this piece of U.S. History.

Mr. Smith and his Video Production student invite you to check out two new FHS Newscast Videos from this week. The first is the FHS News Spooktacular (basically a collection of silly, Halloween-themed short skits/moments) and the 1st Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest.

The Spooktacular is a touch over 10 minutes and the Carving Contest is just over 12 minutes.

Link: https://fhsnews.myportfolio.com/

This is a reminder that we have a "Community Bulletin Board" on our district website where we post digital flyers related to community events, local clubs or activities, community sports programs, etc... Please visit the link to see what's happening throughout our community! #WeAreFenton

https://www.fentonschools.org/page/community-bulletin-board

A great big THANK YOU to Dunkin Donuts who provided $5.00 gift cards for every FHS student and staff member. The cards were handed out in SRT this week. Students who DO NOT have a SRT because he/she is off campus for GCI or another class, see Mrs. Denicolo in the Main Office to collect your card!!

Are you, or do you know, a high school student that is looking to change the world for the better? Or young people who are very engaged in politics? Young people have innovative ideas and aren’t mired in the cynicism of so many adults. We want engaged young people to apply for the Genesee County Youth Commission.

The Genesee County Board of Commissioners and Michigan State University Extension 4-H Youth Development programs are collaborating to create an advisory group. These youth will learn about county government, share concerns with the Genesee County Board of Commissioners, and work to improve our community.

Youth Commission members will meet twice monthly, usually on the 1st & 2nd Wednesday of the month from 4-5:30 at the Genesee County Administration Building from January through June. The program will also include a trip to Lansing. There is no cost to participate, but students are expected to be fully engaged, and will need to take care of their own transportation.

Please apply at https://forms.gle/ZcsH9CcurtmPYjnQ9 by December 1st. We will be selecting one high-school age youth from each County Commissioner’s district. If you have more questions, contact Darren Bagley at bagleyda@msu.edu.

Community Share is a FREE resource for our Fenton community families. It is located in the World of Wonder Early Learning Center. Community Share is run and maintained by Fenton Area Public Schools and Joy Inc.

1. Families can donate their gently used clothing, childrens’ items and household essentials, as well as take what they need.
2. Donations can be done Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays between 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM and "shopping" hours are Monday-Thursday 10:00 AM-2:00 PM.
3. Community Share serves a threefold purpose:

• To keep items out of landfills by allowing families to pass on items they are no longer using,
• Allow families access to a free resource to get what they need
• Provide a work site for high school students to practice their job skills.

For questions, please contact the WOW office at 810-591-8349.

Link To Community Share Newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/r8bky

This week's SPECIAL EDITION Career & College Readiness newsletter is packed with exciting updates just for you! From hands-on experiences in fields like health sciences and construction trades to interactive exhibits that make learning fun, our field trips are a great way to explore new interests, meet professionals, and dive into real-world opportunities.

Take a look to catch the highlights of recent trips and see what’s next on our adventure list—

don’t miss out!

The Varsity Tutors Platform gives your student more opportunities to learn at their own pace. 24/7 on-demand chat tutoring and on-demand essay review are live tutoring resources to help your

student with any questions about homework, classwork, or test prep. Live group classes, recorded classes, and celebrity-led StarCourses allow your student to learn more about the subjects they’re interested in, and add a touch of fun. Assessments and self study practice problems provide

opportunities to drill skills towards mastery. And college prep & admissions resources ensure that

your student has the best resources available to secure their future.

Link: https://varsitytutorsforschools.zendesk.com/hc/en-us

Step #1: Sign In Through the Varsity Tutors Website

1. Visit varsitytutors.com/login
2. Type in your email address & password (create a free account first)
3. Click on (Sign in)

Step #2: Join Your Tutoring Session

1. Upcoming scheduled tutoring session will appear at the top of the page for quick access. You can click (Join your session) to begin.
2. When you log in near the start time of an upcoming session, a countdown will appear to automatically take you to that session. You can click (Start Now) to skip the countdown.

As promised at Senior Parent Night and in the Senior Class Meeting, here is a list of college application "waiver codes" that will save you money when applying to colleges (see list in Career & College Readiness newsletter below).

The Genesee Opportunity (GO) stipend provides Genesee County high school graduates with money for college, career training, or certification licensing fees. To be eligible, you must reside in Genesee County, Michigan or on a property that is taxed by a Genesee County school district and be a graduate, from a high school in Genesee County. Graduates must be enrolled in an eligible training program or post-secondary educational institution and submit an application by the due date. The GO stipend can only be awarded one time and must be used within the first 12 months after graduation or GED completion.

The GO stipend is not based on income or grades, and is funded through a millage approved by Genesee County voters.

Last year, 21 Fenton High School Seniors (Class of 2024) were awarded the Wilsterman scholarship totaling over $420,000.

Don't miss out on your chance to apply for this scholarship (see information & website below).

The Genesee Intermediate School District has launched the new Beyond Graduation website. This website is for Genesee County residents, ages 14-26. The site provides information and resources for career and college planning, skilled trades, and apprenticeship programs, and transition planning for students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan.

A major focus of the site is on helping high school students plan their future beyond graduation, and to help guide them through important decisions on how to get there.

A toolkit that contains sample content, graphics, and promotional materials has been developed to assist educators with sharing information about the Beyond Graduation website in their schools and community.

The Beyond Graduation toolkit, along with toolkits for promoting College Planning and Genesee Opportunity (GO), is located here:

Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/199zuoUMscs-7A6zgYpn3Z4Pa20M8L0mz

Michigan Community College Guarantee is designed to help students pursue their dreams, goals, and aspirations in Michigan. Graduating high school seniors are eligible to earn a skill certificate or degree at the local community college tuition-free. Students from the Class of 2023 and beyond may be eligible for the Community College Guarantee, which includes:

• In-idstrict tuition, contact hours and mandatory fees
• An additional $1,000 Michigan Achievement Bonus award for Pell-eligible students, which can be used toward additional college costs.

Parchment allows families/students to request, send, and, store transcripts. It also includes powerful tools to research colleges and admissions. We advise NOT to use school email addresses during the registration process, as there may be a need to access this resource beyond high school years.

To access Parchment, please follow these steps:

1. Login/ Register - Sign in at www.parchment.com and click Sign Up to log in or register.

2. Add School - Click Get Started, and add high school(s).

3. Select Destinations- Select destinations such as colleges, NCAA, Common Application, or yourself, and review your selection.

4. Provide Consent- Complete waiver form and e-sign the transcript authorization form.

5. Payment - Provide debit/credit card payment if fees are required.

6. Track Order - Order Status will be emailed and updated in Parchment account.

Within Mometrix’s library of free college admissions and placement resources, you will find study guides, flashcards, videos, and other study materials that will help you succeed on exams shown below.

As you prepare to take your exam, it is critical to have a solid grasp of your current level of concept mastery to know your strengths and weaknesses in order to plan your studies accordingly.

By measuring your level of understanding of the concepts, topics, and ideas that you will encounter with Mometrix’s practice tests, you will be able to identify potential areas of improvement.

From there, Mometrix’s free college admissions and placement study resources will provide you with study tips and hints designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge you will need to succeed on test day.

Link to Website: https://www.mometrix.com/academy/college-admissions-and-placement/

Here are the links for Summer Work Permits:

Under 16 years: https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/ber/wage-and-hour/work-permits

Age 16–17 yrs: https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/ber/wage-and-hour/work-permits

Every Friday, FHS will push out a Weekly Update to students/parents. These updates are also posted on the Fenton Area Public Schools website and are housed there for families to be able to refer back to them.

1. Go to www.fentonschools.org

2. Click on Schools & select Fenton High School

3. Go to heading "Our School"

4. Look for subheading called "Weekly Updates"

1. E-Funds

2. How To Join A Google Classroom

3. Parent Vue/Student Vue

4. Student/Parent Google Tutorials Sheet

ProtectMiChild is a free, secure program that keeps kids safe from adult-oriented advertising via social media, text, and email.

Parents can register their children’s social media handles, phone numbers, and email addresses to block ads for products like alcohol, tobacco, pornography, and online gaming.

Link to Website: https://www.protectmichild.com/

The following Health & Wellness Links have move to "Our Parents", under the heading "Health & Wellness" with links attached.

1. Easter Seals - for those in need of therapeutic services

2. Homebound & Hospitalized Services - for those who are too sick/ill to attend school

3. MI - ABLE - for those with disabilities

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

ABOUT THE LIFELINE

https://988lifeline.org/

Kinship care is the full-time care, nurturing and protection of children by family members, close family friends or other important adults in the child’s life. This could include grandparents, aunts, uncles, older siblings, family friends or members of their tribes or clans.

Contact: 800-535-1218 (Monday - Friday, 9-4 PM).

WEBSITE: kinship.msu.edu EMAIL: kinship@msu.edu

If you need assistance, and are in the Fenton, Lake Fenton, or Linden school districts, Fenton Area Resources & Referral Network (aka FARR) can help with emergency assistance and resources. See contact info below.

​

FARR

P.O. Box 529

Fenton, MI 48430

​Phone - (810) 750-6244

Fax - (810) 885-0286

​Email - FARRNetworkHelp@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fentonhs48430

Instagram: @fenton_hs

Twitter: @Fenton_HS

Website: www.fentonschools.org

Office Hours: Monday through Friday - 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

FHS Administration:

Michael Bakker, Principal

mbakker@fentonschools.org

Zachary Bradley, Assistant Principal:

zbradley@fentonschools.org

Laura Lemke, Assistant Principal:

llemke@fentonschools.org

Edward Uhrik, Athletic Director/Assistant Principal:

euhrik@fentonschools.org

Counselors:

Brian Halas - Last Names A - F

bhalas@fentonschools.org

Michelle Pietraszkiewicz - Last Names G - N:

mpietraszkiewicz@fentonschools.org

Craig Golembiewski - Last Names O - Z:

cgolembiewski@fentonschools.org

Career & College Readiness Coordinator:

Lindsay Grady:

lgrady@fentonschools.org

Email: mbakker@fentonschools.org
Website: www.fentonschools.org
Location: 3200 West Shiawassee Avenue, Fenton, MI, USA
Phone: (810) 591-2600