Rocky's Schoolhouse Scoop
February 15, 2024
Principal's Message
Dear Fort Parents,
I hope this message finds you well and ready to bask in the joy of recent celebrations. It brings me great pleasure to acknowledge the hard work of our students on their recent iReady Math and Reading diagnostic assessments. Your children's dedication to their learning is truly commendable, and we have much to be proud of!
More detailed information about their growth and scores will be shared with you in the coming days. Your support and involvement in their educational journey play a significant role in their success, and we are grateful for the partnership we share.
A huge thank you to all who joined us for the PTA Valentine's Day Dance – what an incredible event it turned out to be! The PTA worked tirelessly to make it a magical night, featuring a DJ, a photo booth, and even a special guest appearance from Rocky! Your participation added to the festive atmosphere, making it a night to remember.
I also want to express my deepest gratitude to our dedicated staff and volunteers for making our school's Valentine's Day celebrations extra special. The focus on friendship and the qualities we love about each other created heartwarming moments throughout the day. The abundance of crafts and games ensured that fun was had by all.
As we approach a well-deserved three-day weekend, with a possibility of snow in the forecast, I encourage you to take this opportunity to enjoy some quality time at home. Perhaps it's the perfect reason to find a good book and indulge in some cozy reading.
Thank you for your continued support in making Fort such a special place. The sense of community and collaboration is truly heartening, and we look forward to the continued success of our students.
Enjoy the LONG weekend!
Warm regards,
Molly Courtien
Happy Black History Month!
We believe that celebrating Black History Month at The Fort is an opportunity for our students to learn, grow, and appreciate the beauty of diversity. By embracing and learning about different cultures, we hope to foster a sense of belonging and respect among our students.
Keep them coming! 🎉FSES Staff Shout OUTS! 🎉
We know our FSES staff is AMAZING- but we want to hear it from you! Please nominate staff members to be recognized on this form : HERE
Out of Area Transfer
An out-of-area transfer is a request for a student residing in Anne Arundel County to attend a school within the county other than the assigned boundary school (often referred to as a student's home school). If a child already attends a school as an out-of-area approved student, the application must be completed and submitted each school year. Applications can be submitted to the school March 1 - May 1 for processing. After May 1, applications will need to be submitted to Central Office. The continuation of a previous year's out-of-area is not automatic, and the application must be submitted to the school during the out-of-area application window. More information can be found: https://www.aacps.org/outofarea. The application can be downloaded here.
Early Dismissal Requests
To help streamline our dismissal process and minimize disruptions to classroom instruction, we kindly request that all early dismissals be completed before 1:25 PM. This allows us to maintain a focused learning environment for our students and ensures their educational experience remains uninterrupted.
We understand that there may be exceptional circumstances that require an early dismissal, and we will always try to accommodate those situations. However, please communicate early dismissals to the front office before 1:25 PM.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Your commitment to this effort is greatly appreciated.
AACPS Math Tutoring
Elementary Math
Virtual Family Support:
- Drop-in for assistance with understanding K-5th grade Math concepts.
- Provides assistance to students and the adults helping them.
Find the schedule and Google Meet link at aacps.org/tutoring
A Peek Ahead...
Community Information
AACPS Outreach
AACPS continues to expand outreach efforts, with the launch of four new Facebook pages in Chinese, Korean, Urdu, and Vietnamese. You can find the pages at the links below. In complement to our English and Spanish Facebook pages, the content will focus on helpful, timely information and eventually will include content specifically aimed at families who speak those languages.
Chinese: www.facebook.com/chineseaacps
Korean: www.facebook.com/koreanaacps
Urdu: www.facebook.com/aacpsurdu
Vietnamese: www.facebook.com/vietnameseaacps
AACPS Summer Programs applications February 9, 2024 through March 15, 2024
We may be bundled up now, but Summer is just around the corner! AACPS has planned a wide range of summer programs for elementary, middle, and high school students. Programs will be focused on helping AACPS students engage in enrichment or unfinished learning, with a focus on mathematics, literacy, and preparing for the next grade level. All programs will support students to have fun while building healthy relationships with peers, practicing skills, and learning new concepts.
For information about programs, meals, and registration, visit our AACPS Summer site!
Join PTA on February 27th @ 6:00 pm for the PTA Meeting.
Interested in joining our PTA? Click HERE