Falcon Ridge Family Updates

Welcome to the start of another exciting school year! As your principal, I am thrilled to welcome both our returning students and those new to our community. The beginning of the school year is always filled with anticipation and enthusiasm, and I can’t wait to see the energy that our students will bring to their learning.

At Falcon Ridge, our mission is centered on academic excellence and rigor, as well as character development. We believe that education is not only about achieving high academic standards but also about shaping individuals who are responsible, respectful, and ready to contribute positively to society.

Our theme this year is "Cowboy Up: Raising the Rigor." Our dedicated staff has been working hard to prepare engaging lessons, challenging programs, and a warm, welcoming environment for all our students. Whether your child is stepping into our school for the first time or continuing their journey with us, we are here to ensure they have a successful and fulfilling year.

We also encourage open communication and strong partnerships between home and school. Please feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher, our office staff, or myself with any questions, concerns, or ideas you may have. Together, we can create a positive and enriching experience for every student at Falcon Ridge.

In addition to academic excellence, we are excited to offer a variety of extracurricular activities and programs that will allow our students to explore their interests and develop new skills. We encourage all students to get involved and take advantage of these opportunities to make the most of their time at Falcon Ridge.

As we embark on this new school year, I am filled with optimism and excitement. I look forward to seeing the incredible growth and accomplishments our students will achieve this year. Let’s make this a memorable and successful year for all!

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Here’s to a fantastic school year!

Sincerely,

Dr. Jorgensen

We are so excited to see students back at school on MONDAY (8/19/24). Here are a few things to remember:

• School starts on Monday- doors open at 7:50am, the tardy bell rings at 8:05am

• Mondays are early release at 1:30pm - Please make sure your student knows how they are getting home.
• Middle School Sports begin Tuesday 8/20/24.

• Yearbooks are available for a limited time on myschoolbucks.com.

• School Spirit Wear is available for purchase until 8/22/24.

• If you have student medication- all medication needs to be taken to the office by a parent or guardian.

• Lunch accounts can be paid on myschoolbucks.com.

• Please remember that students are not permitted to have cell phones or smartwatches. Use of any electronic devices such as cell phones or smart watches (any screened watches) must be turned off and in the student’s backpack at all times.

• Please take a moment to check the Dress Code in the school Handbook.

We wanted to communicate an important procedural change that will be starting on Monday at 8:05. In order to increase rigor and eliminate distractions, hallways will be Voice Level 0 (silent) during school hours. Please see the Q & A below:

Q: Can students talk during arrival when we are greeting them in the hallways?

A: Yes, Voice Level 0 will not start until the 8:05 bell rings.

Q: Will middle school students need to have Voice Level 0 during transitions?

A: Yes, middle school students will have Voice Level 0 during transitions between classes.

Q: What about the lunch line as students wait for their lunch?

A: Yes, students will have Voice Level 0 in the lunch line, until they are greeted by one of our lunch ladies. At this time, they may communicate with the lunch crew.

Q: Can students talk in the gym?

A: Students may talk as they pass through the gym.

Q: Can students talk while they are lining up to come in the building from recess or break?

A: It is best practice to expect the students to line up using Voice Level 0 to ensure the noise does not carry into the building as they enter.

Thanks for stopping by our photo booth. It was great to meet so many new and familiar faces. We are excited to see what this school year has in store for our students and teachers.

Upcoming Events

8/30/24 Pieology Dining Out - Dine-in restaurant, order online or in the app with promo code

9/3/24 PTO monthly meeting

Dear Falcon Ridge Public Charter School Parents and Students,

Welcome to the new school year at Falcon Ridge! Whether you're returning or joining us for the first time, we're thrilled to have you as part of our community.

I am Nathan Bushard, Chairman of the Falcon Ridge Public Charter School Board. Our board is dedicated to supporting the school's mission of academic excellence and student development.

I'm joined on the board by Josh Kristovich, Alice Heida, Mercy Clarkson and Ric Wolters. Together we are committed to ensuring a positive and successful school experience for every student.

We invite you to join us at our monthly board meetings, held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM here at the school. It's a great opportunity to learn more about our school's policies, initiatives, and to share your thoughts with us.

As we begin this journey together, we encourage you to stay informed about school activities and ways to get involved. Your participation and feedback are invaluable as we work to create a nurturing environment for all our students.

We look forward to a fantastic school year ahead!

Warm regards,

Nathan Bushard

Chairman, Falcon Ridge Public Charter School Board

• 8/19 - First day of school

Email: cjorgensen@falconridgecharter.org
Twitter: @coach_jorgensen