Fremont Middle School

August 9, 2024

A Message From the Principal

Good afternoon,

We are so excited to enter into the last week of the 25-26 school year next week. Friendly reminder that we do not have school on Memorial Day, May 26th, 2025.

We have some fun activities planned this last week. On Tuesday, May 27th, 8th graders have a field trip to Brookfield Zoo. On Wednesday, May 28th, they will head to CLC to practice for graduation. We will be at the graduation venue from approximately 9:45 am - 11:30 am. Graduation will be held later that evening at 6:30 pm at the CLC Physical Education Center or Building F. Students should report prior to graduation at 6:00 pm. The 7th grade band will be performing, along with 8th grade Choir. All spectators for graduation must have a graduation ticket to enter the venue. Doors will open at 6:10 pm.

Our 6th and 7th graders will have engaging activities and learning through Friday, May 30th. On May 29th, 6th grade will be bowling at Bowlero in the afternoon and 7th grade will have a Career Day in the morning. Please reach out in advance to Karolina O'Malley (komalley@fsd79.org), if you plan to drop your student off late or early, due to a medical appointment or other excused reason for absence. Our final day of school is May 30th and 6th and 7th graders will be dismissed at 1:13 pm.

As we wrap up another incredible school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the growth, accomplishments, and challenges we've faced together. Whether it was through classroom achievements, sports victories, or community-building events, we have truly made this year special. To our eighth graders, you are about to take on high school, and I know you will carry the lessons and friendships from this year into the next chapter of your journey. To all of our students, thank you for your hard work and resilience. Have a wonderful, restful summer, and I can’t wait to see what next year brings!

Warm Regards,

Emily Loerakker

Fremont MS Principal

Student Council - Final Spirit Weeks!

Fremont MS - Next Year's Courses

Thank you for indicating interest for new electives we have available to next year's 7th and 8th grade. If parents/guardians do not fill out the form, we will place students on the same elective pathway as they are during the 24-25 school year. If you would like to make an adjustment, please fill out the following form based on your student's grade level during the 25-26 school year.

Students will also be moved to the next grade level based on their current placement in Math and ELA. In cases where students have been recommended a different placement, Emily Loerakker will send an email out to families with more information and opportunity for summer activities to support advanced placement.

All students will receive their schedule during the first week of August by logging into Teacherease.

Special Event Dismissal Schedule - May 30

In keeping with past District practice, the final scheduled day of instruction for the elementary, intermediate, and middle schools (May 30) will follow our Special Event Dismissal Schedule. Students will be dismissed at the following times:

Middle School: 1:13 p.m.

Elementary & Intermediate Schools: 2:08 p.m.

Summer Online Learning Access

This Summer Online Learning Access document highlights the programs that students have access to over the summer, should you wish to access them for independent summer learning. These are the same online, personalized, self-paced, student-directed programs FSD79 uses during the school year. Prior to summer break, your child’s current classroom teacher(s) will provide reminders regarding the necessary login information needed to access these tools.

Fremont Public Library - Summer Reading Program

Early Pick-Up Procedures

If your student needs to be picked up early, please notify our main office at 847-566-9384 or send an email to the receptionist, Karolina O'Malley, at komalley@fsd79.org. A parent/guardian or designated person must present identification to pick a student up early. Please note that the latest pickup time is 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and 1:30 PM on Wednesday. Parents cannot park in handicapped parking spots near the gym as it interferes with bus pick up.

Absences

If your child will be absent from school because of illness, doctors appointments, vacation, or for any other reason, please call 847-566-9384 and select option 2 to report it to the school office by 8:00 a.m. the day of the absence. Keeping track of all the students on a daily basis is a huge task, and we greatly appreciate prompt notification of any absence.

Sincerely,

Emily Loerakker

Fremont Middle School Principal

Nick Atchley

Fremont Middle School Assistant Principal

2024-25 FSD79 School Calendar

Important Dates

No School - May 26
8th grade Graduation (all guests must have ticket) May 28 @ 6:30 pm - CLC
Last day of school - May 30 - Dismissal 1:13 pm

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

The Fremont PTO would like to send a huge thank you to all our volunteers this year. We truly appreciate your time and efforts in helping make this school year a great success for our Fremont Community! We hope you have a wonderful summer break!

To stay in the know of what Fremont PTO is up to, follow and tag us on social media:

Instagram: @fremontpto

Facebook: Fremont PTO

EVA AWARD WINNER ANNOUNCED

Congratulations and thank you to Rosa Schotke, this year's recipient of the Excellence in Volunteering Award (EVA). Rosa has volunteered with the PTO for over 10 years. She had helped in the Elementary School laminating items for our teachers as well as volunteering her time at various PTO events. Her efforts and commitment will be missed!

UPCOMING DINE-IN NIGHT - CULVER’S

We invite you to join us for our final Dine-In Night Fundraiser at Culver’s on Wednesday, May 29th, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Culver’s is located at 220 Oak Creek Plaza, Mundelein, IL 60060. We appreciate your continued support and hope to see you there!

1st DAY SCHOOL SUPPLIES

It's that time of year! Time to start thinking about purchasing your 1st Day School Supply kits for the 2025/2026 school year! I know it’s crazy to think that it’s time already but before you know it, summer will be here. It's important you order your supplies before it's too late! Let’s start the school year with the exact supplies your teacher requested, and give your child the confidence they need to conquer next year!

Elementary school: http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/32164

Intermediate school: http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/1177849

Middle school: http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/32165

Questions? Please email Elisabeth Reigle at fsdvpis@gmail.com

SUMMER FUNDRAISER!

Lake County Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is hosting a special 4-week class this summer for just $49. Not only will you get to train, but 80% of the proceeds will be donated to the PTO in support of our students and school community.

Class Dates: June 9 – July 3

Location: Lake County Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Registration Fee: $49

Don't miss this opportunity to learn and give back at the same time. Sign up today and make a difference! Please register by May 30th - thank you!

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SHOP. SCAN. EARN.

Forget the scissors - Box Tops for Education has gone digital! Simply download the Box Tops for Education app (see www.boxtops4education.com for more info), select Fremont School District 79 (in Mundelein, IL) as your beneficiary, and you're all set! Enter the code H02P2R0D when you register for bonus points. Then simply scan your receipts after shopping, and watch the points (and $$) add up for our schools!

ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK NOW!

It’s not too late to order your student's 2024-2025 yearbook. Use the correct school code from the list below when you order!

PTO MEMBERSHIP/ONLINE DIRECTORY FOR 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

If you already have an account in Membership Toolkit, thank you for creating and/or updating your Membership Toolkit account last year.

If you don't have an account in Membership Toolkit, set it up now for free! Once you have created an account in Membership Toolkit your child will appear in the online directory immediately (that's if you choose to do so). To create an account, go to fsd79.membershiptoolkit.com and follow the directions in the attached form (Online Student Directory Set Up Instructions 2024-2025).

To gain access to the Online Student Directory your account must be active and you must pay the $15 PTO Membership Family Fee. If you paid your PTO Membership fee through your TeacherEase account before June 15th, your payment has been confirmed and you currently have access to the Online Student Directory. If you didn’t pay your PTO Membership Family Fee before June 15th, you can pay the $15 PTO Membership Family fee thru Venmo @Fremont-PTO; or by bringing or sending the attached form with your cash payment or check made payable to Fremont PTO to any school front office. The option to pay the PTO Membership Fee thru your TeacherEase account is no longer available. Once we receive confirmation of your payment, we will give you access to the online directory. Please note it may take up to one week to be granted access to the online directory. If you need assistance, please email FSD79membershiptoolkit@gmail.com.

Don't forget to download the FREE Membership Toolkit app to your smartphone-search "Membership Toolkit" in your app store.

BIRTHDAY BOARD

Celebrate your Fremont Student's special day! "Happy Birthday, Your Child's Name" can appear on the Fremont Electronic Message Board. Just complete the Birthday Board Request Google Form 2024-2025; or complete the birthday board form and send it back to any school front office with your $5 payment per birthday message. If you have any questions, please contact Christie Johnson at cjohnson@fsd79.org.