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Fulton Focus

Fulton Focus

February 28, 2025

FPS students, staff, and families,


February has finally come to an end. It has been an unusually challenging winter and I want to thank all of you for your patience. Hopefully, March is good to us and we get an early spring. Winter activities are wrapping up and spring practices will begin. March brings contests and performances for the fine arts. Teachers and students will be focused on maximizing every day of instruction, state assessments begin in approximately twenty school days. Make every day count as we head into spring! Thank you for sharing your students with us. It’s always a great day to be a Hornet!


Ty A. Crain, Superintendent of Schools

💬 💭 💬 We Want Your Feedback! 💬 💭 💬

As part of our District's Strategic Plan, we are again surveying students (grades 6-12), parents/guardians, and staff to gather information to assess the climate and culture of Fulton Public Schools.


These anonymous surveys include 20 questions and provide an open-ended text field for additional comments. The findings will be used to support continuous improvement planning. We encourage you to take this opportunity to provide your feedback on our schools.


If you have not received a survey invitation and believe you should have, please reach out to our Communications Office at communications@fulton58.org or 573.590.8000.

FHS Fine Arts Night & Empty Bowl Fundraiser

Tuesday, March 4th 5-7pm

All proceeds benefit our local food pantry through Serve.


Requesting a minimum $10 donation for a handmade bowl and soup dinner.

FHS Performing Arts Deptartment Proudly Presents Faith County

Our Fulton High School Performing Arts Department Proudly Presents Faith County! Get your tickets today, opening night is just around the corner!!!

Performances:

Wednesday, March 5th @ 7pm

Thursday, March 6th @ 7pm

Friday, March 7th @ 7pm

Saturday, March 8th @ 3pm


https://www.onthestage.tickets/.../671bc87a6c7b6d0f58699ffc

Are you interested in Substitute Teaching?!

Penmac Q & A Sessions

Have you always wondered what it would be like to substitute? Penmac is hosting Q&A sessions so you can learn more.


March 6, March 13, April 3, April 10, April 24, May 8

11:30AM


Fulton Public Schools District Office

2 Hornet Drive

Fulton, MO 65251


For more information:

Phone: 417.588.8990

Web: penmaceducation.com

Social Media: facebook.com/penmaceducationcentralmo

VIP Parking for Graduation

The Class of 2025 Senior Parent Association has secured SEVEN prime parking spots for the night of graduation. We will be auctioning the parking spots to the highest bidders with the proceeds going toward the Senior All-Night Party.


Here's how you can bid:

  • February 28 - March 31, virtual auction (details to come)
  • March 1, 2025, during the All-Night-Party $100 Dinner**

Attendance Matters: EVERY DAY COUNTS!

Each year, students in FPS take state assessments from grades 3 through 12. These assessments provide valuable insights into student learning and their preparedness for college, careers, and future success. Data from the 2024 state assessments reveals the following trends:


  • A student with 90% attendance is 1.5 times more likely to achieve proficiency on the state assessment compared to a student with 80% attendance.
  • A student with 90% attendance is 3 times more likely to score proficient compared to a student with 70% attendance.


These findings highlight a clear connection between attendance and proficiency, demonstrating that higher attendance is strongly linked to better academic performance. To reinforce this, the State Attendance Target is for 90% of students to attend school at least 90% of the time. Achieving this goal helps ensure your child is on track for success, both academically and in life.

January Attendance Data

We are Hiring! Join Our Team!

"I Love U Guys" Foundation's Standard Response Protocol

Fulton Public Schools has adopted the "I Love U Guys" Foundation's Standard Response Protocol (SRP) as part of our district wide emergency operations plan.


The SRP is based on an all-hazards approach as opposed to individual scenarios. SRP utilizes clear common language while allowing for flexibility in protocol.


The premise is simple - there are five specific actions that can be performed during an incident. Execution of the action is performed by active participants, including students, staff, teachers and first responders. The SRP is based on the following actions: Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter.

HOLD

  • Students:
    • Clear the hallways and remain in their area or room until the “All Clear” is announced
    • Instruction continues as usual
  • Adults & Staff:
    • Close and lock the door
    • Account for students and adults

SECURE

  • Students:
    • Return to inside of building, if outdoors
    • Instruction continues as usual
  • Adults & Staff:
    • Bring everyone indoors
    • Increase situational awareness
    • Account for students and adults
    • Instruction continues as usual

LOCKDOWN

  • Students:
    • Move away from sight
    • Maintain silence
    • Do not open the door
  • Adults & Staff:
    • Clear hallway if possible
    • Secure the classroom door
    • Turn out the lights
    • Move away from sight
    • Maintain silence
    • Do not open the door

EVACUATE

  • Students:
    • Leave stuff behind if required to
    • Follow instructions
  • Adults & Staff:
    • Bring roster and "Go Bag"
    • Lead students to Evacuation location
    • Account for students and adults
    • Report injuries or concerns

SHELTER

Hazards might include:

  • Tornado
  • Hazmat
  • Earthquake


Safety Strategies might include:

  • Evacuate to shelter area
  • Seal the room
  • Drop, cover and hold


Students:

  • Follow instructions


Adults and staff:

  • Follow incident response strategy
  • Account for students and adults
  • Report injuries or concerns

Free & Reduced Meal Application

Log into your Infinite Campus Parent Portal Account to complete the 2024-25 Free & Reduced Meal Application online or access the PDF application at this link: https://tinyurl.com/bdevybnp


This form must be completed each year to qualify. Unsure if you qualify, complete the form, and our Food Service Department will process it and let you know!



Completed applications can be dropped off at our Central Office (2 Hornet Drive), during Open House, or sent in with your student on the first day of school.


If you have any questions, please contact our Food Service Department at 573.590.8045.

Chromebook Damage Waiver

Fulton Public Schools is not offering a damage waiver for Student Chromebooks this year. Fees will be assessed on damaged Chromebooks due to misuse.


Questions: Contact our Technology Department at 573.590.8040

Interested in Subbing for FPS?

Interested in subbing for Fulton Public School; visit penmaceducation.com/central-mo for more information.

Infinite Campus

Fulton Public Schools utilizes Infinite Campus as our Student Information System.


Please make sure you can access your Parent Portal account as critical information about the start of the school year including online registration will be communicated through this system.

If you experience any issues accessing your account or have any questions, please reach out to our Technology Department at 573.590.8040 between 8:00 am - 4:00 pm M-F.

Download the Fulton 58 App today!!!

Easy access to staff directories, school calendars, lunch menus, news and so much more!!!


Android: https://tinyurl.com/5cu8mrku

Apple: https://tinyurl.com/2vy7jsma

District Handbook

In an effort to consolidate information, we have created a district handbook for families PK-12th Grade.https://tinyurl.com/26nrm3xb


Be on the lookout for building newsletters for building specific procedures such as expectations, arrival & dismissal procedures etc.

Important Information on Communications!

The Fulton Public School District relies heavily on email and text messaging for communications with parents.


Please make sure your email address and phone number are correct in your Parent Portal.


Thank you for your attention to this matter. Communication is a vital part of the school experience!

Text Alerts

Fulton Public Schools utilizes Finalsite's Blackboard system for mass notifications. You will receive texts from "60680".


*Direct Report from our SIS System - only household parents will receive messages.

"Honoring Our Hornets"

"Honoring Our Hornets" is a way for you to express your gratitude to any Fulton Public Schools employee who goes above and beyond what is expected. Anyone can submit an "Honoring Our Hornets" nomination for any Fulton Public Schools employee.


*Recipients will be selected monthly from the nominations received.


Submit An "Honoring Our Hornets" Today!

School Violence Tip Line

You may have noticed a new School Violence Tip Line link on our Fulton58 website under the Resources tab. This is an anonymous tip line linked to the Missouri Highway Patrol's Courage2Report Missouri. To prevent school violence, they offer three ways to anonymously report a concern. When a tip is submitted it immediately goes to law enforcement and notifies the school administrators. Please take the time to watch the video below, and to read the Student and Parent Frequently Asked Questions.
Courage2Report

Upcoming Dates

March 12, 2025 - Board of Education Meeting, FHS Library, 7pm

March 24 - 28, 2025 - No School - Spring Break

April 16, 2025 - Board of Education Meeting, FHS Library, 7pm

April 18, 2025 - No School - Mid Semester Break

April 21, 2025 - No School

May 14, 2025 - Board of Education Meeting, FHS Library, 7pm

May 22, 2025 - Last Day of Classes - Dismiss 2 hours Early

June 2 - 27, 2025 - Summer School

June 11, 2025 - Board of Education Meeting, FHS Library, 7pm

June 19, 2025 - No Summer School Classes - Juneteenth

Fulton Public Schools

Email: communications@fulton58.org
Website: www.fulton58.org
Location: 2 Hornet Drive, Fulton, MO
Phone: 573-590-8000

Follow Us on Facebook: @FPSHornets

Connect with Us on Instagram: @FPSHornets


It's a Great Day to be a Hornet!

#FultonProud

Amanda Miles
It's a Great Day to be a Hornet!