Falcon Forum Parent Newsletter

4th Quarter Semester 2024-2025 Newsletter

Mission Statement and Values

Fairmont's Mission Statement:

Falcons respect and support each other while advancing and achieving our goals with integrity, effort, and individual determination.

Falcon Values: "Falcons RISE" : Respect - Integrity - Support - Effort

Calendar of events

April 15th Band Pre-Festival Concert
April 15th and 16th - ELA ISAT Testing for ALL 7th and 8th graders
April 16th - PSAT Testing for all 9th graders
April 22nd and 23rd - MATH ISAT Test for all 7th and 8th graders
April 24th - Fairmont Community Hope Walk
May 13th - Orchestra POP concert, 7-8pm
May 15th - Choir POP concert, 7-9pm
May 15th - Freshman Farewell
May 16th - Fun in the Sun Student Celebration day
May 22nd - Last day of school

Fairmont Community Calendar please access this calendar for important dates and times.

Boise School District Calendar

Please take a minute to review the district and school calendar approved for students for holiday breaks, parent teacher conference information as well as quarter and semester end dates.

From the Principal

Dear Fairmont Jr. High Parents and Guardians,

As we enter the final quarter of the school year, we encourage our students to stay focused, engaged, and finish strong. This is a crucial time for academic progress, preparation for next year, and celebrating achievements. Additionally, third-quarter grades are now available on Infinite Campus. Please take a moment to review your child’s progress and reach out to teachers with any questions.

Please continue to support your child by monitoring assignments, encouraging good study habits, and staying connected with teachers. Important events, including testing, end-of-year activities, and celebrations, are coming up—stay tuned for details!

Thank you for your partnership in making this year a success. Let’s make this last quarter a great one!

Jeff Roberts, Principal

Falcon's RISE!

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TESTING DATES April 15, 16, 22, and 23

As we approach ISAT and PSAT testing, I'd like to emphasize the importance of these assessments. These tests help measure student progress, guide instruction, and, in the case of the PSAT, prepare students for future college readiness exams. Encouraging your child to do their best ensures they demonstrate their knowledge and skills effectively.

Here are some key reminders to help students succeed:
✅ Get plenty of rest the night before the test.
✅ Eat a healthy breakfast for energy and focus.
✅ Arrive on time to start the day stress-free.
✅ Read all directions carefully and take time to check answers.
✅ Stay positive and confident—a great attitude goes a long way!

Thank you for supporting your child’s success. Let’s work together to help them shine on the ISAT and PSAT!

YEARBOOK - AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE

Parents, don’t forget—you can still buy a yearbook! They cost $30and can be purchased in person with cash, check, or credit card. You can also order online with a credit card through our student webstore: https://boiseschools.schoolcashonline.com/. Just click "Register" to get started.

If you have any trouble, the SchoolCash Online parent help desk is available at schoolcashonline.com/Home/Support.

Get yours before they’re gone!

CHROMEBOOKS

We have a limited number of extra Chromebook loaners, so it’s important for students to take care of their devices and bring them to school every day charged and ready to use.. In most cases, Chromebooks don’t need to go home and can be safely stored in your student’s locker.

Please remember that the damage deposit only covers accidental damage. If a device needs to be replaced, the cost is $225.

Thank you for helping us keep our Chromebooks in good condition!

Capital Performing Arts Summer Kids Camp!

Capital High School Performing Arts Department is excited to announce our second annual Summer Camp!

Fun and engaging classes will be offered in Band, Choir, Orchestra, Percussion, and Theater.

The camp is open to ANY student who is going into grades 4-8 next school year. Here is our link to register.

Camp Details:

Location: Capital Auditorium/Performing Arts Classrooms
Dates: July 21-24
Daily Times: 8:30-3:30
Camp Showcase Performance: July 24 at 7:00 pm
Campers will bring a sack lunch and water bottle each day
Instruments will be provided by request (see registration form)

Camp Cost:

$100: Early Bird Pricing, due by May 16.
$150: Late registration/paying at the door
Scholarships: Camp is free to those who qualify for free/reduced lunch!
Camp fees will benefit the Capital Performing Arts Department!

Camp Staff will include certified Capital Performing Arts Teachers as lead teachers and outstanding Capital Band, Choir, Orchestra, and Theater students as camp counselors!

Students entering grades 9 and 10 who are interested in signing up to volunteer as a camp counselor can do so here.

Vaccination Clinic Opportunity

Fairmont is hosting an immunization clinic with the help of Central District Health at school in early May. If you are interested in bringing your student up to date, please pre-register using the links below:

Fairmont organizará una clínica de vacunación en la escuela a principios de mayo, con la ayuda de Central District Health. Si le interesa que su estudiante esté al día con sus vacunas, por favor, pre inscríbase usando los enlaces a continuación.

English https://tinyurl.com/5fbwd9t7
Spanish https://tinyurl.com/3tfyxa9k

Please contact Hollis Wyatt, our school nurse (hollis.wyatt@boiseschools.org) with any questions or to request paper forms!

Free Tutoring

Boise School District is excited to offer 24/7 online tutoring and academic resources through a new partnership with Varsity Tutors, free for students until 2030.

Varsity Tutors provides flexible learning support, including on-demand chat tutoring, essay reviews, live group classes, and celebrity-led StarCourses. Students can learn at their own pace with access to live and recorded lessons, plus additional self-study tools to enhance their skills in any subject.

All secondary students already have Varsity Tutors accounts and can access these resources via Classlink on My Apps.

Parents and students can explore the Varsity Tutors Academic Support Launchpad to learn more. For login help, follow the instructions provided through Classlink on My Apps.

ATTENDANCE

ATTENDANCE MATTERS!

Regular attendance is key to academic success—missing more than 10% of school days (5+ days per quarter) is considered chronic absenteeism and negatively impacts performance.
Boise School District Policy #3121: Students must attend at least 90% of school days per semester to avoid losing credit or promotion.

LEAVING CAMPUS

Fairmont is a closed campus. Students need a Permit to Leave (PTL) for any departure during school hours. Obtain a PTL with a parent note or call (208-854-4790 ext. 1) at least 1 hour in advance. Leaving without a PTL results in truancy and possible detention.

Infinite Campus

If you haven’t already done so, download the Infinite Campus App for real-time access to attendance, grades, schedules and more. See the link for instructions. Infinite Campus App

Parents if you need help logging into Infinite Campus, email amy.lindenberg@boiseschools.org for assistance.

Athletics

Spring Sports has Begun. All interested athletes MUST have all of their paperwork, including physical, turned in before they are allowed to tryout/practice.

If you have any questions, please contact Athletic Director Terance King at terance.king@boiseschools.org