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FMS Trojan Update
April 30, 2024
Office Hours 8:00 am - 4:00 pm - Main Phone Line (719) 382-1580 Attendance (719) 382-1584
Marching Band
FFCHS Trojan Marching Band Color Guard Auditions & Required Informational Meeting
- Required Meeting for FFCHS Trojan Marching Band & Color Guard Parents and Students
- Date: April 30, 2024
- Time: 6:00-7:00 PM
- Location: FFCHS auditorium
- Point of Contact: Mr. Race jrace@ffc8.org or Ms. Brown sbrown@ffc8.org
- Find a community and get plugged into a group at the high school!
Attendance
March presented challenges for overall student attendance. Congratulations to the 7th grade for achieving the highest attendance rate of 89% for the month. Fountain Middle School as a whole achieved an 88% attendance rate. The target is for students to attend over 95% of school days each month.
Attendance Numbers for March
- 6th - 88%
- 7th – 89%
- 8th – 86%
- School - 88%
Being present, engaged, and participating in every class maximizes our students potential for understanding and mastering the material. Each school day contributes significantly to your educational journey. Every absence is a missed opportunity for learning and collaboration.
Yearbook Sale
Yearbooks are now available for pre-order at $35 each until the end of the school year. Secure your copy early as we've sold out the past 3 years. This year's edition features 64 full-color pages, 4 more than previous years for the same price. Pay by cash or check to Ms. Liz in the front office, or conveniently use your credit card through IC's RevTrak. For questions, contact Mrs. Rands (vrands@ffc8.org) or Mrs. Brashers (tbrashers@ffc8.org).
Events Calendar
To continue our pursuit of academic accountability and responsibility, FMS will begin requiring After School Event Tickets for students to attend Athletic Events. To earn a ticket, students must have 5 or fewer missing assignments, and have no more than 2 tardies over the past 7 days prior to an event.
Tuesday, 4/30
- Track and Field @ FFCHS
- Soccer VS Janitell
- Softball @ Cheyenne Mountain
Wednesday, 5/1
- Soccer @ Horizon
Thursday, 5/2
- Softball VS Janitell
- Soccer C Team Scrimmage
- 5th Grade Open House
Students are encouraged to attend after-school sporting events, but please note we don't offer transportation for spectators. Ensure your student is picked up at the venue by 6:30 p.m. Students leaving campus after school must have an adult escort to return for events.
OOZ/OOD
Fountain Middle School Out of Zone/Out of District (OOZ/OOD) families, if you reside outside of Fountain Middle zoning, it is important you complete your application and have it approved before enrolling your student into the next school year. You can find a fillable application on the District website. Forms must be turned into the school you wish to attend. Please submit your form to the front office or by email to aharris@ffc8.org. Parents will be notified at a later date regarding their application status. Enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year will open on June 1st.
Community Forum - CANCELED
The Community Forum scheduled for May 1, is canceled.
Student Deliveries
To maximize classroom time, follow these guidelines for delivering forgotten items during the school day:
Drop off forgotten items at the table near the Attendance Secretary's office, labeled with your student's name and grade.
Students can retrieve non-classroom items during lunch. Please note that only parents or guardians can deliver personal lunches to the Attendance office; we cannot accept deliveries from businesses or organizations.
Morning Drop Off - CHANGE
We are introducing a new morning drop-off procedure to prioritize student safety. This change aims to create a smoother and safer experience for everyone.
Enhanced Safety, Streamlined Experience:
Our goal is a safe and efficient morning drop-off. We're shifting from one lane to two lanes maximizing our drop-off space and streamlining the process for better results.
Double Blue Lane Process:
The drop-off lane has been adjusted to provide two distinct lanes within the blue-striped area. Students will be dropped off in the designated blue-striped drop-off area. In this zone, drivers should anticipate students walking through the center to reach the front crosswalk, where they will be assisted by the crossing guard for safe crossing.
Longer Stops and Trunk Use:
Please use the parking lot for longer stops or trunk access to avoid drop-off lane congestion. Students can safely cross using the marked crosswalk.
Your understanding and cooperation are appreciated as we implement these changes. Student safety is our priority; we're confident these adjustments will enhance our morning drop-off routine.
For questions or concerns, contact our administrative team.
Life Changes
"Change happens, like housing loss, homelessness, job challenges, and resource needs. If this applies to you, contact your District Liaison for support. We offer resources like a school pantry, clothes closet, hot meals program, parent resource nights, and more. Reach out to Promis Bruno, MSW, at 719-492-8810 or pbruno@ffc8.org for assistance."
FMS Trojans
Website: https://www.ffc8.org/FMS
Location: 515 North Santa Fe Avenue, Fountain, CO, USA
Phone: 719 382 1580
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FMSTrojansFFC8/