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Bear Nation,

We have started the 2nd nine weeks of school already! This is a good time to think about the Growth Mindset, especially if your student did not achieve the grade they wanted during the first nine weeks. A Growth Mindset can mean that the way we study and prepare for tests or complete homework may need to change. It does not mean that we were doing something wrong, but it may mean that we need to do something different. This can happen with many things in life where we need to improve on how we do or approach things so we can better ourselves.

As we start this new nine weeks please make sure your student has their ID. We will be doing an ID check in the upcoming weeks. To purchase a replacement ID please see the information below. IDs are used to scan on and off the bus, in the lunch line, and students will need their ID to attend after school events such as sporting events.

Students did very well the first nine weeks with making sure they had an appropriate water bottle. Some of those water bottles have gone missing and have been replaced with water bottles that spill more easily causing a safety concern in the hallways. Please check to see that your child has the right water bottle or they can go “old school” and use one of the many water fountains we have throughout the building.

If you plan to help out with any of our clubs, organizations, fine arts classes or field trips this is a reminder that in order to be able to volunteer for the 2024-2025 FBISD school year, you are required to have a current FBISD Volunteer Criminal History clearance in Raptor and Taleo. Volunteering applies to (but not limited to) parent and community, chaperones, field trips, class parties, PTO/PTA Executive Board, Booster Club members, ProGrad, Shared Dreams, Junior Achievement, tutors, private lesson instructions, contracted services, etc. Please allow 1-2 weeks for processing. Your clearance status can be found in your application by clicking the “MyJobpage” tab.

The FBISD Volunteer Criminal History Application for the current year can be found at https://bit.ly/3S9nVhz. The Job Posting Title is Volunteers (240001RC) Posting Date: July 15, 2024

Looking forward to a great 2nd nine weeks of school.

• Testing Date- October 23
• Don't forget to bring your fully charged laptop and charger.
• Use the link below to access your testing location.

https://lookerstudio.google.com/reporting/da25e43f-a709-42f6-8417-7a3bcf169ba0

Click here for Electronic and Printable Physical Forms

Beginning this year, students in Fort Bend ISD will complete NWEA MAP computer-adaptive assessments three times a year to gain information about what students know and what they are ready to learn next. MAP also gives insight into how students are growing academically, allowing you to track your student's progress throughout the school year and across multiple years. Families will have access to their child's results after each testing window. NWEA MAP is replacing Renaissance 360. For more information, visit the NWEA Family Toolkit or contact your child’s teacher. NWEA Family Toolkit: https://www.nwea.org/family-toolkit/

Meal Applications for Free and Reduced-Price Meals open on August 1, 2024.

The district encourages families to complete the Meal Application online through SchoolCafé. It is a convenient way to ensure that eligible students receive the support they need. Families can apply online at www.fortbendisd.com/fbisd starting on August 1, 2024.

https://www.schoolcafe.com/fbisd

: There is a growing threat to the health and safety of our youth that we want to bring to your attention. Fentanyl poisoning is the leading cause of death for people ages 18 to 45 in the U.S. Fentanyl is a man-made, Schedule II narcotic that has reached a growing number of communities of all sizes across Texas and has impacted so many lives. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), within the last two years, teen overdose deaths related to Fentanyl have tripled. We ask that you take time to talk with your child regarding the facts and dangers of Fentanyl Poisoning.

Links: FBISD Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Webpage; CDC Protect Yourself From the Dangers of Fentanyl Video (1min)

Dear Parents,

I want to draw your attention to the FBISD Whole Child Health Webpage. We include this in all of our newsletters but it can easily be overlooked. This page has many different resources for students and families to access. For example links to See Something Share Something, 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline which is for 24 hour/7 days a week immediate emotional support, and 211 Get connected with help for many other needs people may have. You will also find tabs that have resources for students and parents where information about talking to a counselor is recommended along with information about our mental health partners.

Michael Yelvington

Principal

Hello Bear Nation!

The PTO Board team & admin meets on campus the first Friday of each month at 9 a.m. You are always welcome to join these meetings.

Open PTO board position:

Concession Chair/lead

Feel free to reach out to jbmspto1@gmail.com or 301-356-8637 (text) with any questions or interest.

General volunteer sign up link: Click Here for Link.

Bowie PTO Sponsorship: Click Here for Link

2024 October Teacher Appreciation - Stock the Teacher's Lounge

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Website: https://www.fortbendisd.com/jbms
Location: 700 Plantation Drive, Richmond, TX, USA
Phone: 281-327-6200
Twitter (X): @JBMS_Bears