
Trailblazer Times
January 10, 2025
REMINDERS AND UPDATES FROM MRS. WOODALL
Happy New Year and Welcome Back, Trailblazers!
It was awesome seeing all the smiling faces back on Wednesday. I loved catching up on holiday adventuresβsounds like everyone had a blast! Whether you were hitting the slopes, relaxing at home, or somewhere in between, I hope you feel recharged and ready for an amazing semester ahead.
Mother Nature threw us a curveball with these two snow/ice days, but hey, who doesnβt love a little extra time to cuddle with the pups? We cannot wait to see everyone bright and early on Monday, January 13th, for a "B" day!
I want to congratulate all of our learners who are are getting their learners' permits and share the process for obtaining the Verification of Enrollment or VOE. This is a requirement for obtaining a Texas Learners License as a teenager. See here for more information. Please allow 2 school days to fulfill the request through our campus PEIMS specialist, Bernice Perez. The learner will need to fill out the request form with Mrs. Perez. She will no longer be able to fulfill requests on the same day the request is made. Thank you for understanding!
Seniors and senior parents, it's officially 2025! Be sure and check the Class of 2025 section of the newsletter and senior website often as graduation information is updated.
Welcome to competition season at the Innovation Academies! As you can see from the upcoming events, our UIL teams and Career & Technical Student Organizations are gearing up for another successful season. Stay tuned!
As always, please do not hesitate to reach out if there are any questions, comments or concerns. Hereβs to a fantastic 2025βweβre just getting started!
IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS
- January 8th - First Day of 4th Six Weeks/First Day of 2nd Semester
- January 15th - DECA District Competition in Irving
- January 17th - February 8th: Ft. Worth Stock Show
- January 17th - 18th: HOSA Area Competition at BBIA/FSA
- January 20th - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday for Staff & Students
- February 4th @ 5:30 p.m. - All Pro Dad Meeting
- February 4th @ 6:00 p.m. - PTSA Meeting
- February 8th - SkillsUSA District Competitions, Various Locations
- February 8th - German Regional Contest at BBIA/FSA
- February 8th from 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Valentine's Dance at BBIA/FSA
- February 13th - Last Day of 4th Six Weeks
- February 14th - Bad Weather Makeup Day -No School
- February 15th - 22nd: FFA Week
- February 17th - Presidents' Day Holiday for Staff & Students
- February 18th - First Day of 5th Six Weeks
- February 18th - Ready2Work Expo & Destination Success - Details Coming Soon
- February 24th - March 1st: Tarrant County Stock Show
COUNSELOR'S CORNER
Seniors: Last year, EECU awarded $60,000 in college scholarships to 12 seniors within the DFW metroplex. The 2025 Scholarship application window is now open, and current seniors can apply online through January 31, 2025 at EECU Scholarship | EECU.
PTSA NEWS YOU CAN USE
Our main source of fundraising is generated through our cookie sales which occur every Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. This year we have had difficulty bringing in the needed amount due to various circumstances and we would love to offer you an opportunity to donate to help us meet our fundraising goals. These funds will go towards monthly staff appreciation events and student social activities. If you would like to contribute please visit this link. Click here.
We sell cookies every Tuesday & Wednesday from 10:00 - 11:30AM! Cookies are $1.00 per bag and we accept payment via cash, Zelle, & Cheddar Up. If you are interested in volunteering to lend a hand with cookie sales, you can sign up here! WE NEED YOUR HELP! Your support helps us improve our schools. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054DA5AB2CA4F94-50614892-cookie πͺπͺπͺ
Hi, parents! As you might know we have started an All Pro Dad Chapter here at Frontier STEM Academy. All Pro Dad is a monthly gathering where dads get to spend quality bonding time & build strong relationships with their children! This of course is not limited only to dads, although all children must be accompanied by an adult. All Pro Dad will feature fun activities and a character-based curriculum that helps dads start meaningful conversations with their kids! Stay tuned for information regarding our next meeting and please contact our team captain, Dion Brugger, at Dion.Brugger@familyfirst.net if you would like more information.
Upcoming All Pro Dad Meetings:
February 4th @ 5:30-6:30PM
April 15th @ 5:30-6:30PM
May 6th @ 5:30-6:30PM
Keep up with us on Facebook @Frontier STEM/Ben Barber Innovation Academy PTSA and Instagram @fsabbiaptsa.
Click this link to nominate your favorite teacher to get flamingoed! π¦©
ππππ CLASS OF 2025 NEWS & UPDATES ππππ
It is officially 2025! We know there may be many graduation questions, especially if you are the first learner in your family to graduate from Frontier STEM Academy. The FSA graduation will be held at the Dr. Jim Vaszauskas Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, May 22nd at 8:00 p.m. Mansfield ISD will continue to update graduation information on the Mansfield ISD Graduation Information Page. Below is a timeline with some specific information.
First week of March:
- An email with information on special seating requests will be sent, and
- Jostens will deliver graduation caps and gowns to FSA.
Mid-March to mid-April: Ms. Fisher, the Class of 2025 sponsor, will collect pictures from parents and learners for the senior slideshow, which will be played at graduation prior to learners entering the auditorium.
First week of April: An email with information on the specific number of tickets each graduate will receive will be sent to learners and families. Please note:
- Tickets are free and will be distributed at FSA.
- If a learner is not in good standing academically, absent failing, or owes fines, a hold will be placed on their tickets, and
- Tickets will be placed in an envelope and learners will draw their tickets out of a bucket and then envelopes with ticket sections (locations) are randomly placed in the bucket.
Early May:
- An email with a link to help our announcer properly pronounce each graduateβs name will be sent, and
- Graduation ticket distribution (more information to follow).
Thursday, May 22nd at 8:00 p.m.: Frontier STEM Academy Graduation Ceremony πππ
We will continue to provide information and updates as we progress through this semester. We canβt wait for the big day!
Frontier Administrative Team
Principal - Michelle Woodall
- Class of 2025 Administrator
Academic Associate Principal - Stephanie Martinez
- Class of 2027 Administrator
Facilities Associate Principal - Dustin Streitz
- Class of 2026 Administrator
- Student Management (last names A - H)
CTE Specialist - Jennifer Goodson
- Student Management (last names I - O)
Assistant Principal - April "Adams" Jackson
- Class of 2028 Administrator
- Student Management (last names P - Z)
STEM Integration Coach - Larita Nunez
- ALL the things!
District STEM Director - Victoria Webster
District CTE Director - LeighAnn Tamplen
Frontier counselors are here for you!
John Williams, Lead
- A - K
Jennifer Roberts
- L - Z
Sarah Buckner
- District CTE Counselor