Congratulations to 2024-25 FAPS Teacher of the Year Nominees
Here are Fenton Area Public Schools "Teacher of the Year" Nominees for the 2024-25 school year! CONGRATULATIONS to all of our nominees, and THANK YOU to LaFontaine Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Fenton for your generous support of our teachers and school district!
Congratulations to:
1. Ms. Kasie Stout - World of Wonder
2. Ms. Shannon Groves - North Road Elementary School
3. Ms. Leslie Guerra - State Road Elementary School
4. Ms. Kristie Horst - Tomek-Eastern Elementary School
5. Ms. Stephanie Chapman - Fenton AGS Middle School
6. Ms. Heather Mulligan - Fenton High School
Genesee County Broadband Initiative
Genesee county is looking to help bring better internet connectivity to communities within Genesee to those who don't have high speed or have unreliable internet. They are asking Genesee County residents to fill out a short survey to gather resident input on the priority of internet access that hinder residents from getting online.
If you live outside of Genesee County, this survey does not apply to you.
Is your Internet slow, unreliable or both? Next Genesee, a partnership between Genesee County and Merit Network, is set to take the first step on the path toward better Internet for our more than 400,000 residents. To help us take this first step, please click the link for a quick survey so that we can identify areas of need. Please SHARE! Paper surveys are available upon request by calling 810-257-3278 or by email at broadband@geneseecountymi.gov.
Survey link: merit.edu/nextgenesee/
September: Week of September 23 - 27, 2024 - HOMECOMING WEEK
Monday (9/23/24)
- After School Tutoring 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
- Powder Puff Football Game - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday (9/24/24)
- After School Tutoring 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
- Meet the Board Candidates - 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Board Office
Wednesday (9/25/24)
- After School Tutoring 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Thursday (9/26/27)
- After School Tutoring 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
- Last Day for HOCO Ticket Sales
Friday (9/27/24) - Half Day of School/Dismissal at 10:54 a.m.
- Positivity Day
- HOCO Parade at WOW on Ellen Street at 5:00 pm
- HOCO Football vs. Kearsley - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday (9/28/24)
- HOCO Dance - 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. - All tickets are Pre-Sale, No Sales at Door
Voting Information
In 2023, Governor Whitmer signed House Bill 4569 into law, which allows future Michigan voters to pre-register to vote when they turn 16 years old. This pre-registration enables eligible voters to vote as soon as they turn 18. To use this pre-registration process, a person must be at least 16 years old but not older than 17 and-a-half years old. If you pre-register, you can participate in early in-person or absentee voting for an election as long as you will be 18 on or before the date of the election. Those eligible to vote who are already older than 17.5 years old, were previously allowed to register under MI law.
Click HERE to learn more about the Preregistration process.
Click HERE to Register or Preregister to vote.
Click HERE to learn about upcoming elections and options for voting.
September/October: Week of September 30 - October 4, 2024
Monday (9/30/24)
- After School Tutoring 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Tuesday (10/1/24)
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Wednesday (10/2/24) - Count Day #1
- Custodial Appreciation Day
- After School Tutoring cancelled due to FHS Staff Meeting
- FHS Staff Meeting from 2:45 - 3:45 p.m. in Lecture Room
Thursday (10/3/24) - County Day #2
- After School Tutoring 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Friday (10/4/24)
- Miller Industries Manufacturing Day (9:00 - 12:00 noon) - Trip is limited to 15 students.
- Football vs. Linden (away) - Stuff the Bus Event
PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Testing
ATTENTION ALL SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS! You may now sign up for the PSAT/NMSQT in the Counseling Office. This is an excellent practice experience for the SAT, which you are required to take your junior year as part of the state testing and can be used for admittance to college. Furthermore, students who take the PSAT/NMSQT as juniors may qualify for National Merit awards and scholarships. It is highly recommended that all college prep students take this test!
Date of Test: Monday, October 14th from 7:45 AM – 10:45 AM
Cost: $20.00, which is due at the time you sign up. Checks can be made out to FHS.
Sign up by: Friday, October 4th (in the Counseling Office).
October: Week of October 7 - 11, 2024
Monday (10/7/24):
- After School Tutoring: Cancelled due to Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Parent/Teacher Conferences 4 - 7 p.m. in the Aux Gym & FHS Cafeteria
Tuesday (10/8/24)
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Wednesday (10/9/24)
- Data Dig Day 8:00 - 2:30 p.m.
- After School Tutoring: Cancelled due to Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Parent/Teacher Conferences 4 - 7 p.m. in the Aux Gym & FHS Cafeteria
Thursday (10/10/24)
- SRT Class Meeting with Jostens - Seniors for Cap & Gown & 10th Grade for Class Rings
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Friday (10/11/24) - No School due to Parent/Teacher Conferences
- No School for GCI due to Professional Development Day
October: Week of October 14 - 18, 2024
Monday: (10/14/24)
- PSAT/NSMQT Testing (for those who signed up by October 4th)
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Tuesday: (10/15/24):
- Anthony Grupido - Presentation in SRT
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Wednesday (10/16/24):
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
- School Improvement/Building Leadership Team Mtg. - 2:45 - 3:45 p.m.
Thursday (10/17/24):
- Anthony Grupido - Presentation in SRT
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
- Key Club Meeting at 2:45 pm.
Friday (10/18/24):
- FHS Varsity Football Crossover Game (opponent TBD)
Links to Important FHS Items
1. Application for Free & Reduced Breakfast/Lunch - which also includes discounts on Pay to Play, AP & IB Testing Fees, Chromebook fees, Summer School, etc. https://fenton.familyportal.cloud/
2. Bus Routes: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2673/FPS/4721453/Fenton_Bus_Routes___Stop_Times_2024.pdf
3. Cell Phone Policy: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-b5GkqWwuQmFvARZHkNoICxojtwysp0G/view?usp=sharing
4. Lunch Menu: https://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=2409121612125386&page=menus
5. Medication Form: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xHcajfjWo3vXFDHGqU7bFpGkmJxLxnTtECAv-bg_FZc/edit?usp=sharing
6. No Outside Food Deliveries: Prior approval must also be obtained for parents wanting to deliver outside food items to his/her student and friends as this competes with what is sold in the cafeteria as part of the federal school lunch programs, creates confusion, incorrectly implies students can order food for delivery to the cafeteria, and arrangements must be made to find an alternate location for food consumption for the group.
7. Parking Registration Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4pr5MSTF2M3BTWhJh4q3Eo2x9UZYgfR4-b6y8aCfFznT4Ug/viewform
Powder Puff Football
Senior Powder Puff Practice Schedule: (Players must attend at least 4 out of 6 practices to play in the game) - Remaining practice dates
9/21 - 10 am - 12 pm - Uniform Decoration Day (Does not count as a practice)
9/22 - 2 pm - 3:30 pm - Walk through at football field
Junior Powder Puff Practice Schedule: (Still looking for Parents to Coach) - contact Jennifer Wright at jwright@fentonschools.org for more information.
Note Juniors: Join the Remind Code: @26powder and Google Form for roster/t-shirt order https://forms.gle/HjovGHTVwXhaxQx97 and girls need to bring $20.
Board Game Club - Mondays & Fridays from 2:40 to 3:30 p.m. in Room #-155
Do you want a club where you can hang out and have fun?
Board Game Club might be right for you! We hang out on Monday and Friday afternoons until 3:30 and play board games. You can bring a friend, you can bring a game, or you can come on your own and play a game that we have.
It is a drop in club, so join us when you can.
Mondays and Fridays in room 3-155 until 3:30.
Our first meeting will be this Friday, September 6.
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Constitution Day
In honor of Constitution Day, FHS will be engaged in a Mock Election. SRT teachers were each assigned a state along with the electoral votes that correspond with that state. SRT teachers discussed how the electoral college works and showed a brief video.
SRT's are tasked with researching their assigned state's election stats and creating a large poster to hang outside their classroom with the a) State Name, b) Number of electoral votes, and 3) Key symbols representing that state.
On Election Day, students in SRT will vote and teacher will tally their class and send the results to the Social Studies Department who will then tally the winner based on electoral votes.
Link to Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9H3gvnN468
Video Productions Presents the FHS Newscast #2
Students in Mr. Smith's Video Production classes produce a newscast to practice the skills of choosing story lines, interviewing, filming, editing, and then broadcasting.
Check out the latest FHS News: https://fhsnews.myportfolio.com/
Community Bulletin Board
This is a reminder that we have a "Community Bulletin Board" on our district website where we post digital flyers related to community events, local clubs or activities, community sports programs, etc... Please visit the link to see what's happening throughout our community! #WeAreFenton
Greater Flint Educational Consortium (GFEC) & U of M Flint Host Teacher Education Symposium
The Greater Flint educational Consortium (GFEC) and University of Michigan Flint is pleased to host the 3rd Annual Teacher Leadership Symposium for Genesee County high school juniors and seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in Education – early childhood education, elementary education, secondary education, special education, and MORE!
The event will be held on October 17, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at UM Flint in the Harding Mott University Center. Only 210 spots are available, so early registration is recommended.
Mrs. Grady, Career & College Readiness Coordinator for more information.
24/7 On Demand Chat Tutoring
The Varsity Tutors Platform gives your student more opportunities to learn at their own pace. 24/7 on-demand chat tutoring and on-demand essay review are live tutoring resources to help your
student with any questions about homework, classwork, or test prep. Live group classes, recorded classes, and celebrity-led StarCourses allow your student to learn more about the subjects they’re interested in, and add a touch of fun. Assessments and self study practice problems provide
opportunities to drill skills towards mastery. And college prep & admissions resources ensure that
your student has the best resources available to secure their future.
Seniors - First Time Voters
Young people, students, naturalized U.S. citizens, and new Michigan residents are encouraged to vote. All eligible citizens must first register to vote, and then they will have options for how they want to cast their ballot. See the Michigan Voter Information Center (link or button provided below).
Beyond Graduation
The Genesee Intermediate School District has launched the new Beyond Graduation website. This website
is for Genesee County residents, ages 14-26. The site provides information and resources for career and college planning, skilled trades, and apprenticeship programs, and transition planning for students with an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan.
A major focus of the site is on helping high school students plan their future beyond graduation, and to help guide them through important decisions on how to get there.
A toolkit that contains sample content, graphics, and promotional materials has been developed to assist educators with sharing information about the Beyond Graduation website in their schools and community.
The Beyond Graduation toolkit, along with toolkits for promoting College Planning and Genesee Opportunity (GO), is located here:
Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/199zuoUMscs-7A6zgYpn3Z4Pa20M8L0mz
Senior Interview
Seniors (and senior parents) should begin scheduling a Senior Interview with the counselor. Senior interviews take place during the month of September & October and cover important information including:
- Credit Check (to ensure credits for graduation, NCAA, etc.)
- College Applications, Counselor Recommendations & Common App
- Financial Aid/FAFSA form
Parents may call the Counseling Office at (810) 591-2612 to schedule this appointment, so it best fits your schedule.
NOTE: Links below can ONLY be accessed from Senior Students' Gmail account.
Common App
Seniors, you have until November 1st to meet Early Application deadlines for colleges. If you are applying to college using the "Common App," remember this application has a Counselor Recommendation component to it.
Deadline for submitting your Common App Counselor Request is NO later than Friday, October 18th. Submissions after that date, may not meet the November 1st application deadline.
Parchment - Send Transcripts to Colleges, Employers, or Self
Parchment allows families/students to request, send, and, store transcripts. It also includes powerful tools to research colleges and admissions. We advise NOT to use school email addresses during the registration process, as there may be a need to access this resource beyond high school years.
To access Parchment, please follow these steps:
1. Login/ Register - Sign in at www.parchment.com and click Sign Up to log in or register.
2. Add School - Click Get Started, and add high school(s).
3. Select Destinations- Select destinations such as colleges, NCAA, Common Application, or yourself, and review your selection.
4. Provide Consent- Complete waiver form and e-sign the transcript authorization form.
5. Payment - Provide debit/credit card payment if fees are required.
6. Track Order - Order Status will be emailed and updated in Parchment account.
Free College Admission & Placement Resources
As you prepare to take your exam, it is critical to have a solid grasp of your current level of concept mastery to know your strengths and weaknesses in order to plan your studies accordingly.
By measuring your level of understanding of the concepts, topics, and ideas that you will encounter with Mometrix’s practice tests, you will be able to identify potential areas of improvement.
From there, Mometrix’s free college admissions and placement study resources will provide you with study tips and hints designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge you will need to succeed on test day.
Link to Website: https://www.mometrix.com/academy/college-admissions-and-placement/
Work Permits
Under 16 years: https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/ber/wage-and-hour/work-permits
Age 16–17 yrs: https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/ber/wage-and-hour/work-permits
Weekly Updates
Every Friday, FHS will push out a Weekly Update to students/parents. These updates are also posted on the Fenton Area Public Schools website and are housed there for families to be able to refer back to them.
1. Go to www.fentonschools.org
2. Click on Schools & select Fenton High School
3. Go to heading "Our School"
4. Look for subheading called "Weekly Updates"
Synergy
Google Classroom - How to JOIN A Class
All FHS Students - Join Classes in Google Classroom
After getting your schedule online via Parent/Student Vue, ALL FHS students should go into the Google Classroom and enter the "Class Codes" for the correct hour and class taught by his/her teachers.
To "join" the Google Classroom for all of your classes follow these three steps:
1. Check your FHS gmail for a Google Classroom invite from your teacher.
2. If there is no invite, log into Google Classroom to see if the classroom is there to JOIN. You are looking for a JOIN code.
3. Email your teacher (ex. jane doe = jdoe@fentonschools.org). You can find the first initial of your teacher's first name on your schedule.
Note: Parents can also JOIN a class in Google Classroom to view grades, assignments, project and test reminders, handouts, etc. Email the teacher and ask for a Google Classroom invite.
E-Funds
Parents should set up an E-funds account by following these steps:
1. Locate your child's student ID number (six-digit number on report cards & transcripts) and
go to the E-funds website.
2. https://payments.efundsforschools.com/v3/districts/56532
3. Click on "Create an Account".
4. Provide request information.
5. Click "Create Account".
Introduction Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uAryLiihmygRVYwEYXLObRo1TjwFuFtiIVTBn_UvzSg/edit?usp=sharing
Link to Informational Document:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IqIXFV3Y1rG1jX_2jw1cWUyv-fR1MVObkxBg-pTQbsY/edit?usp=sharing
Protect MI Child Registry Keeps Kids Safe from Adult Ads Online
ProtectMiChild is a free, secure program that keeps kids safe from adult-oriented advertising via social media, text, and email.
Parents can register their children’s social media handles, phone numbers, and email addresses to block ads for products like alcohol, tobacco, pornography, and online gaming.
Link to Website: https://www.protectmichild.com/
MiABLE - Encourages Those With Disabilities to Open an Account
MiABLE account owners lead by example to inspire others to open disability savings accounts
In recognition of the 34th anniversary of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) in July, the Michigan Department of Treasury enlisted the help of MiABLE account owners in its ongoing campaign to encourage others with disabilities to open their own MiABLE savings accounts.
"Just as the ADA has provided legal security and equality of opportunity for people with disabilities for more than three decades, MiABLE continues to open the door for financial security and opportunity for people with disabilities and their families," said R. Scott de Varona, MiABLE program director. "MiABLE benefits thousands of Michiganders every day, and the best testimonial for opening a MiABLE account comes from the people who already have seen what it can do for their financial freedom."
For more information or to open a MiABLE account, go to the MiABLE website at: https://savewithable.com/mi/home.html
FHS & Easter Seals
FHS has partnered with Easterseals of Michigan. Easterseals offers school-based therapy with an onsite clinician 5 days per week including:
- Individual, family & group therapy utilizing evidence-based interventions.
- Specialized training & support services for parents & teachers
- Connections to numerous community resources
- Less time missed at work/school
- Fewer transportation conflicts
- Students can make appointments when convenient (avoiding test days, etc.)
Please contact the Counseling Department for more information at (810) 591-2612.
Suicide Awareness & Prevention
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.
Kinship Care
Contact: 800-535-1218 (Monday - Friday, 9-4 PM).
WEBSITE: kinship.msu.edu EMAIL: kinship@msu.edu
FARR
If you need assistance, and are in the Fenton, Lake Fenton, or Linden school districts, Fenton Area Resources & Referral Network (aka FARR) can help with emergency assistance and resources. See contact info below.
FARR
P.O. Box 529
Fenton, MI 48430
Phone - (810) 750-6244
Fax - (810) 885-0286
Email - FARRNetworkHelp@gmail.com
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Website: www.fentonschools.org
Fenton High School
Office Hours: Monday through Friday - 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.
FHS Administration:
Michael Bakker, Principal
Zachary Bradley, Assistant Principal:
Laura Lemke, Assistant Principal:
Edward Uhrik, Athletic Director/Assistant Principal:
Counselors:
Brian Halas - Last Names A - F
Michelle Pietraszkiewicz - Last Names G - N:
mpietraszkiewicz@fentonschools.org
Craig Golembiewski - Last Names O - Z:
cgolembiewski@fentonschools.org
Career & College Readiness Coordinator:
Lindsay Grady:
Email: mbakker@fentonschools.org
Website: www.fentonschools.org
Location: 3200 West Shiawassee Avenue, Fenton, MI, USA
Phone: (810) 591-2600