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Good morning Fulton Families,

We hope that you had a memorable spring break!

This week, April 2nd-April 5th, is National Assistant Principals Week. Please join me in celebrating and saying thank you to Mrs. Sillers and Mrs. Liwosz. They are simply over the moon fantastic assistant principals and do so much for our school community. Join in the fun by having your child(ren) draw them a picture, write them a thank you note or give them a high five this week!

Warmly,

Dr. Burks, Mrs. Liwosz, & Mrs. Sillers

On Monday, April 8, 2024, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in Howard County, Maryland. This partial eclipse will begin at 2:05 pm, with maximum coverage at 3:21 pm, and end around 4:35 pm.

We will be dismissing during the solar eclipse.

Safety during a solar eclipse is important. Please review this information with your child(ren) to ensure safety at home:

• Never look directly at the Sun, especially during a solar eclipse.

• It is dangerous to look directly at the Sun and can cause permanent damage to the eyes.

• Do not look at the Sun through sunglasses, telescope, or binoculars.

We encourage you and your family to read more about solar eclipses and safety and enjoy experiencing this rare, exciting phenomenon.

As a reminder, our teachers and school staff members are exceptionally dedicated individuals doing their best and working their hardest to nurture, educate and protect our students. Quite simply, they are heroes, and they deserve our gratitude and respect at all times.

I encourage every parent/guardian to remain engaged in a respectful and civil manner with your child's teachers and support staff. If you have any questions or need support with a particular issue, please reach out to admin and we will be happy to help you.

Science Inquiry Project:

Is your child creative? Is your child interested in experiments? If so, your child might like to participate in Fulton’s Science Inquiry Project. Fulton is providing an opportunity for students to research and display their findings during the Fulton Finery. You will be conducting the science experiment at home and bringing your findings to school.

Students must have approval from home to undertake a science project. Please complete the permission formLinks to an external site. by Friday, April 5th. We will be meeting with all interested students on Friday, April 12th at 8:45 am to go over the project, requirements, and display board and pass out the Science Inquiry Packet. Although this is a student science project, your cooperation and involvement is encouraged.

Please remember that any level of science inquiry that a child is interested in pursuing is acceptable, as long as it meets the requirements of the permission form.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mrs. Cerand or Mrs. Ciliberti at school at 410-880-5957 or by email at liz_cerand@hcpss.org or amy_ciliberti@hcpss.org.

Lego Challenge:

Is your child creative? Does your child build items around the house? Does your child like to play with Legos? If so, your child might like to participate in Fulton’s Lego Challenge. Fulton is providing an opportunity for students to show their creativity and engineering ability. Have your student look at the challenge for his/her grade level and follow the requirements to build what comes to mind.

Kindergarten Challenge: 100 Pieces-Animal

Choose your favorite animal. In 100 or less Legos, create this animal.

1st Grade Challenge: 100 Pieces-Car

Design a car using 100 or less Legos.

2nd Grade Challenge: 200 Pieces-Transportation

Design a vehicle that is used to transport either goods or people using 200 or less Legos.

3rd Grade Challenge: 200 Pieces-Robot

Design a robot using 200 or less Legos.

4th Grade Challenge: 300 Pieces-Symbol of Maryland

Create a Lego structure in 300 or less Legos, which represents our state.

5th Grade Challenge: 500 Pieces-Architecture

Design a house or building for the future using 500 or less Legos.

All entries must arrive to school:

• On Monday, May 20th, 2024 (Please don’t drop off Lego structures before the 20th.)
• In a shoe box labeled with the student’s name
• A base of the structure no bigger than 6” by 12”
• With a completed Grade Level Table Tent, which students will receive after permission slip has been received

Please remember piece challenge is a requirement and not to be passed. Fulton will not be able to provide Legos for the challenge. Fulton is not responsible for lost, stolen, or misplaced Lego pieces. All structures will be on display at the Fulton Finery on Thursday, May 23rd, 2024. All Legos will be sent home on Friday, May 24th.

If your student is interested in participating in the Lego Challenge, please fill out the formLinks to an external site. by Friday, May 10th, 2024.

Last call - Donations Requested

The PTA is providing lunch from Maiwand Kabob for the teachers and staff and we are hoping for donations of some additional items. If you are able to donate drinks, desserts or paper goods, please sign up here:

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/60B0F4FAEA92BA1F85-48285752-spring

Seeking Volunteers for Next Year’s Board

Do you want to get more involved at school? Consider joining the PTA Board! We are especially seeking a President. This is an exciting role as you help decide some amazing initiates, in collaboration with the school and board. There are several returning board members who will provide extra support.

No PTA experience needed, but enthusiasm for the school necessary. Email info@fespta.org for more information.

We had so much fun at the Falcon Follies and hope you did too!!!

A huge thanks to chairs Amanda Coil and Allyson Leung and board liason Grayce Kim who organized the show and made it possible!

We also want to thank our special guest hosts Mrs. Watson and Mr. Han for MC’ing the night.

And thank you to all our talented performers, including admin who braved the staged - we appreciate you!

April

• 04.02: Schools Reopen
  
• 04.02-04.05: National Assistant Principals Week
• 04.09: End of 3rd Quarter
• 04.10: Schools Closed for Students
• 04.17: Report Cards Available for Parents, 4:00pm

The Recruitment and Hiring Team and the Department of Special Education are collaborating to host a virtual information session for individuals interested in learning more about becoming a special education teacher or related service provider with HCPSS. The event will be held on April 10 from 5-6:30 p.m. via Google Meet. A flier is linked here

Come out and enjoy a week of art making. These art camps are designed to enhance the skill levels of each individual. Explore and learn about different mediums and techniques. Each camp includes all new art experiences and will not repeat activities for campers who are interested in participating in more than one camp.

Click this link to learn more!

Last week was such a fun week with Math Night on Pi Day, last Thursday. We had a wonderful turn out and students were having so much fun they didn't even know they were practicing math. A huge shout out to our staff and volunteers who helped to make this night special. A special thank you to Poofy Cotton Candy, who gave out their gourmet cotton candy for free while supplies last. It was so kind and very delicious, thank you for your ongoing support!

Parents of students with IEP's,

Please take time to complete the MSDE Parent Survey that was recently mailed to you. This survey provides HCPSS the information about how well we are partnering with you and promoting parent involvement. Your feedback will help guide efforts to improve special education and related services in HCPSS. Please access the survey using this link: https://www.mdparentsurvey.com/

Welcome to Prince George’s Stadium, home of the Bowie Baysox! Celebrating our 31st year as a PROUD Double-A Affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles!

Welcome Fulton Elementary!

Join us on May 10th as the Baysox take on the Akron RubberDucks, (Double-A Affiliate of the Cleveland Indians!

Gates will open at 6:00pm. Pre-game ceremonies begin approximately 6:30. Baysox game time is 7:05.

Seating for this event is GENERAL ADMISSION. Open bench seating with backs will be available on both the right and left field sides of the Stadium. Because seating is General Admission, the seat number listed on your order is strictly for tracking purposes and does not preassign you a specific location. You will be able to choose your own seats upon entry.

Your tickets are valid for the game date they are purchased only and may not be exchanged for another date. ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

PLEASE NOTE: All Baysox concession stands are CASHLESS, meaning payment will need to be made by credit or debit card, mobile tap or Baysox Bucks. Cash will not be accepted.

For further information please contact Vinny Lewis at (301)464-4890.

Purchase tickets here.

Families of children who will be five years old by September 1, 2024 should enroll their child in kindergarten or submit a kindergarten waiver. Families can find more information about enrolling children in kindergarten, as well as resources to support kindergarten readiness, the kindergarten waiver, and more on the HCPSS website here: https://www.hcpss.org/enroll/kindergarten/ Please share this information with your neighbors and friends!

The Fulton Elementary School Regional Early Childhood Center (RECC) prekindergarten programs are making preparations for classes for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. These classes include children with and without disabilities. The program’s focus is helping all children develop communication, literacy, math, problem solving, motor, and social skills. Parents of children who will be 3 or 4 by September 1st, applications will be available and accepted in mid February.

In alignment with Maryland’s Blueprint for the Future, a limited number of new applications for students turning 4 by September 1 will be available. The Howard County Public School System continues to offer a prekindergarten program for income eligible children who will be four years old by September 1. For additional information contact the school or visit: https://www.hcpss.org/schools/pre-k-programs/

HCPSS is committed to providing instruction based on the statewide Early Learning Standards which are in alignment with Kindergarten Readiness. The fees listed in the application will be collected monthly regardless of the learning model determined by HCPSS throughout the upcoming school year (virtual, hybrid, in person, or class quarantine). If you have any additional questions , please contact Jessica Lifson at (410) 880-5957.