FES Newsletter February Edition
February 12th, 2024
Kindergarten Screening is now Open
Kindergarten Screening for the 2024-2025 school year will
be held at the Fredericktown Board of Education Office on
Thursday, April 25th. During this time, parents/guardians complete
enrollment paperwork while students complete a kindergarten
screening. The screening process should take approximately 20
minutes to complete.
Please contact Nicky Gaddis (Elementary Secretary) today at
(740) 694-2781 to schedule your Kindergarten Screening
appointment.
Our staff and teachers look forward to meeting you and your child!
Flu Season ... Notes from the School Nurse
We have had a lot of illness going around recently and wanted to provide a few reminders. First, please make sure to let the office know that your student will be out for the day. Second, when your student returns, send a medical excuse or a note/email to the office. Parent notes must be received within 3 days of the absence in order to be excused.
Kindness Challenge
Mr. Mickey Cochran, Retired Navy Veteran, Presents to 5th Grade
Mr. Mickey Cochran, a Fredericktown resident, presented to our 5th graders regarding his experiences during the Vietnam War, and his reasons for serving. Our students shared responses from the experience that captured the essence and power of his presentation. Thank you, Mr. Cochran, for sharing with our students. Here's what two of our students wrote about his presentation.
Mr. Cochran, a retired Navy veteran, came in to talk to the fifth graders on February 1, 2024 about his involvement in the Vietnam War. I was inspired by his words and experiences. Mr. Cochran stated, “I joined the army to protect America, families, and you.” Mr. Cochran also stated, “Be a leader or a great follower.” I am going to use this lesson and be an amazing leader right now and in the future. I am so glad that this wonderful man, Mr. Cochran came in to share his life stories and lessons with us.
Written by Reaghan Snow
Today Fredericktown Elementary, grade 5, had an assembly. A Navy veteran by the name of Mr. Cochran, a Fredericktown native, came to teach us about his incredible job, and why he serves. Mr. Cochran started his service as a veteran when he was 18. He got different vehicle parts for squadrons in need of parts. I, as a 5th grader, learned that veterans have done so much for all of us. He and other veterans serve for us. For our freedom. He is in the Navy. He is a hero. He is a veteran.
Written by Nash Matheny
Our thank you goes out to Mr. Cochran for sharing with our students and attempting to shape young citizens. They were positively impacted by his passion for service and his commitment to our country.
Fredericktown Elementary School PTO Fundraiser
The Fredericktown Elementary School PTO is coordinating their annual fundraiser. We are very appreciative of the PTO for supporting many initiatives. Money earned from the sale of items will be used to help the Elementary PTO pay for future field trips, assemblies, and more! I would like to thank the community and PTO for supporting our kids. Basic information is provided in the attachment. Thanks again!