Congratulations Board Members
Congratulations to Laura Setzke for being elected as the newest member of the Fenton Area Public School Board, as well as a job well done to Dana Jones for her many years of service as a board member and her reelection to the board for 6 more years! Thank you to both for their willingness to put in the service to our district and community.
The Greek Mythology Olympiaganza, audiences are treated to a classical education, rendered within a contemporary context, and presented in an unconventional manner utilizing interactive participation, elements of slapstick, and general theatrical insanity.
Two battling narrators attempt to both educate and entertain by offering their interpretations of such famous myths as Pandora’s Box, Jason & the Argonauts, and Hercules, with this entire melee culminating in a bizarre, musical dance-influenced version of The Iliad, guaranteed to provide a wild and fun-filled ride for audiences of all ages.
November: Week of November 11 - 15, 2024
Monday (11/11/24): Veterans Day - Wear Red, White, & Blue
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Tuesday (11/12/24):
- Club Photos during SRT (Club Schedule below)
- College Visit - Michigan Tech at 10:05 a.m.
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Wednesday (11/13/24):
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Thursday (11/14/24):
- Club Photos during SRT (Club Schedule below)
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Friday (11/15/24):
- NHS Blood Drive #2
Saturday (11/16/24)
- Ambassadors' Concert - 7:00 p.m.
Calling at Artists - FHS Needs A Tiger Drawing for 25-26 Curriculum Guide
Calling at FHS Artists. Fenton High School is looking for a "Tiger" drawing for our next Curriculum Guide for the 2025-26 school year. Take a look at some of the previous drawings for inspiration and see what you can come up with.
Deadline for submitting your drawing to Mrs. Stapp is Tuesday, December 3rd.
Angel Tree
Rotary Club of Fenton is organizing their annual Angel Tree event for 2024. If you have a child attending Fenton schools and need help with Christmas gifts for your child(ren), please complete THIS APPLICATION ASAP to be considered for our program. The deadline for applications is NOVEMBER 28, 2024. Date for delivery of packages will be December 21st 2024.
This form is only for families with children attending Fenton Area Schools. If you know someone who could be eligible, please refer them to the School Counselor.
NHS Sponsors Blood Drive #2 - Friday, November 15th
Fenton High School's National Honor Society is hosting its SECOND blood drive of the year on Friday, November 15th in the FHS Auxiliary Gym. Please check out the height & weight chart for young donors (see below) and start getting your permission slips/consent to donate forms filled out and turned in to Mrs. Hazlett.
For more info: Contact: vhazlett@fentonschools.org
November: Week of November 18 - 22, 2024
Monday (11/18/24): American Education Week
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Tuesday (11/19/24):
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Wednesday (11/20/24):
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Thursday (11/21/24):
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Friday (11/22/24):
Holiday Food Drive Volunteers
Mr. Suchowski wanted to thank several SRT teachers for sending volunteers to the Media Center during SRT to help set up food collection boxes for the annual Holiday Food Drive. This outstanding group of volunteers from Kelley Jones, Beth Hoover, Becky Moore, & Sarah Andersen labeled 120 boxes that will be distributed to classrooms across the district.
They include:
1. Sean DeGeorge
2. Chris Dobek
3. Travis Langworthy
4. Evie Metcalfe
5. Grace Perry
6. Karley Russell
7. Ryan Shook
8. Ava Watson
November: Week of November 25 - November 29, 2024
Monday (11/25/24): American Education Week
- Deadline for ordering rolls from FAPS Foodservice Department (see flyer).
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Tuesday (11/26/24):
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
- Deadline to turn in Field Trip forms for Young Men/Women in the Workforce.
Wednesday (11/27/24):
- No School - Thanksgiving Break
Thursday (11/28/24):
- No School - Thanksgiving Break
Friday (11/29/24):
- No School - Thanksgiving Break
December: Week of December 2 - 6, 2024
Monday (12/2/24): American Education Week
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
- Board Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday (12/3/24):
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
Wednesday (12/4/24):
- After School Tutoring: - CANCELLED due to Staff Meeting
- Staff Meeting - 2:45 to 3:45 p.m.
Thursday (12/5/24):
- After School Tutoring: 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus. (Mondays - Thursdays, must have permission slip on file).
- Young Women & the Workforce Field Trip - 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- GCI Presentation during SRT to 10th Graders
Friday (12/6/24):
- Young Men & the Workforce Field Trip - 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Varsity Basketball vs. Swartz Creek (home)
Saturday (12/7/24): Jinglefest in Downtown Fenton
Winter Sports Coming Soon
If you are interested in FHS Winter Sports, tryouts begin:
October 28: Gymnastics & Ice Hockey
November 11: Boys' Basketball, Competitive Cheer, Skiing & Wrestling
November 20: Girls' Basketball, Bowling, Boys' Swim & Dive
Remember, to tryout you must have a sport physical dated after April 15, 2024 and be completely registered on the Final Forms website at:
https://fenton-mi.finalforms.com
Pay to Participate Fee is $230 for the 2024-25 school year.
Academic Eligibility: 10th - 12th grade students must pass 4 out of 6 classes plus SRT in the previous semester. Incoming 9th grade students are automatically eligible for the first semester of their freshman year, and transition to the criteria above beginning with the second semester.
Winter Sports Coaches Information
Boys Basketball - Coach Schroeder
email: tschroeder@fentonschools.org
Girls Basketball - Coach Kutchey
email: dkutchey@fentonschools.org
Bowling - Coach Ron Little
email: rlittle@fentonschools.org
Gymnastics - Coach Danielle (Dani) Wolanin
email: daniwolanin@gmail.com
Hockey - Coach Jason Warda
email: jasonwarda@gmail.com
Boys & Girls Alpine Ski - Coach Dave Sprague
email: alpinelandscape_mi@yahoo.com
Boys Swim and Dive - Coach Brad Jones
email: bjones@fentontigers.org
Wrestling - Coach Buddy Poyner
email: budrobusiness@gmail.com
1st Marking Report Cards - Now Available
The end of the 1st marking period took place October 25th and Teacher Grades were due on Friday, November 1st. Grades from our outside partners (i.e. GCI, Mott, U of M, etc.) were also received November 4th and had to be "hand entered" by Counselors.
NOTE: Grades for 1st marking period are now available to be seen on Parent Vue/Student Vue.
Remember, 1st marking period grades are worth 40% of the semester grade. Semester grades are determined as follows: 1st mp (40%) + 2nd mp (40%) + Semester Exams (20%) = Overall semester grade. Example grade calculation using 75% 1st marking period and 80% second marking period and a 70% on semester exam grade ; (.75)(.40) + (.80)(.40) + (.70)(.20) = .30 + .32 + .14 = .76 = 76% or C for the overall semester grade.
1st marking period (8/22 - 10/25/24) = 40% of 1st semester grade
2nd marking period (10/30 - 1/17/25) = 40% of 1st semester grade
Semester Exams (January 15, 16, & 17, 2025) = 20% of 1st semester grade
Overall semester grades are what gets put on the official transcript in January.
Positivity Project (aka P2) Theme of the Week - Bravery
This week, our school community will focus on the character strength of Bravery. Bravery means you act with mental, moral, or physical strength, even when you know things are difficult or scary.
Bravery refers to voluntary (not coerced) action in the face of a dangerous circumstance. This strength involves judgment; the brave person must have an understanding of the risks and consequences involved in acting. According to Socrates and Plato, forethought separates acts of valor from acts of rashness. This means that bravery isn’t simply fearlessness but instead the overcoming of fear.
Overcoming fears is critically important in individual development, as it allows the person to do more and become more. A person can be brave every single day. For example, some people with social anxiety are brave just by leaving their houses and talking with people. On a physical level, bravery allows us to overcome fears, such as swimming or playing a sport. And, on a moral level, doing what we know to be right, despite the risks, gives us the sense that we are acting on behalf of a larger purpose.
Link to Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzOSIQjHjBw
Mock Election in SRT
To help students understand more about the national election taking place, each SRT was assigned a state to research, learn about the number of electoral votes that state has, learn how the electoral college works and find out whether or not that state lost/gained electoral votes since 2020.
On election day, students voted and teachers tallied their class results and sent them to the Social Studies Department head who tallied the winner based on the electoral votes.
And the winner is.....Donald J. Trump. The students called it before the national results were in.
Link to Short Video About the Electoral College: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9H3gvnN468
FHS News
Mr. Smith and his Video Production student invite you to checkout the FHS Newscast from this week.
24/7 On Demand Chat Tutoring
The Varsity Tutors Platform gives your student more opportunities to learn at their own pace. 24/7 on-demand chat tutoring and on-demand essay review are live tutoring resources to help your
student with any questions about homework, classwork, or test prep. Live group classes, recorded classes, and celebrity-led StarCourses allow your student to learn more about the subjects they’re interested in, and add a touch of fun. Assessments and self study practice problems provide
opportunities to drill skills towards mastery. And college prep & admissions resources ensure that
your student has the best resources available to secure their future.
Links to Important FHS Items
1. Application for Free & Reduced Breakfast/Lunch - which also includes discounts on Pay to Play, AP & IB Testing Fees, Chromebook fees, Summer School, etc. https://fenton.familyportal.cloud/
2. After School Tutoring Permission Slip:
3. Bus Routes: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2673/FPS/4721453/Fenton_Bus_Routes___Stop_Times_2024.pdf
4. Cell Phone Policy: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-b5GkqWwuQmFvARZHkNoICxojtwysp0G/view?usp=sharing
5. Lunch Menu: https://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=2409121612125386&page=menus
6. Medication Form: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xHcajfjWo3vXFDHGqU7bFpGkmJxLxnTtECAv-bg_FZc/edit?usp=sharing
7. No Outside Food Deliveries: Prior approval must also be obtained for parents wanting to deliver outside food items to his/her student and friends as this competes with what is sold in the cafeteria as part of the federal school lunch programs, creates confusion, incorrectly implies students can order food for delivery to the cafeteria, and arrangements must be made to find an alternate location for food consumption for the group.
8. Parking Registration Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4pr5MSTF2M3BTWhJh4q3Eo2x9UZYgfR4-b6y8aCfFznT4Ug/viewform
Reminder to Call In Absences (By Noon the Day After An Absence)
Parents:
We know you get busy, but at the high school level, students who accumulate over 10 days of absences during a semester, especially when those absences are unexcused, have to appeal for their credit at the end of the semester.
Please don't put yourself and your child in that situation. Be sure to call when they are out absent or by noon the next day (after you receive the robocall to remind you).
Thanks.
Community Bulletin Board
This is a reminder that we have a "Community Bulletin Board" on our district website where we post digital flyers related to community events, local clubs or activities, community sports programs, etc... Please visit the link to see what's happening throughout our community! #WeAreFenton
Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation Survey
Please consider filling out this link to the Southern Lakes Parks and Recreation Programming Survey that they are doing for our school district. Our partnership with SLPR is an active one in which we both, our district and SLPR, want to ensure success with. In order for SLPR to know which programming we would like they need feedback - please consider filling out. THANK YOU!
Community Share at WOW
Community Share is a FREE resource for our Fenton community families. It is located in the World of Wonder Early Learning Center. Community Share is run and maintained by Fenton Area Public Schools and Joy Inc.
- Families can donate their gently used clothing, childrens’ items and household essentials, as well as take what they need.
- Donations can be done Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays between 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM and "shopping" hours are Monday-Thursday 10:00 AM-2:00 PM.
- Community Share serves a threefold purpose:
- To keep items out of landfills by allowing families to pass on items they are no longer using,
- Allow families access to a free resource to get what they need
- Provide a work site for high school students to practice their job skills.
For questions, please contact the WOW office at 810-591-8349.
Link To Community Share Newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/r8bky
Genesee GO Scholarship - Window Opened October 1st
The Genesee Opportunity (GO) stipend provides Genesee County high school graduates with money for college, career training, or certification licensing fees. To be eligible, you must reside in Genesee County, Michigan or on a property that is taxed by a Genesee County school district and be a graduate, from a high school in Genesee County. Graduates must be enrolled in an eligible training program or post-secondary educational institution and submit an application by the due date. The GO stipend can only be awarded one time and must be used within the first 12 months after graduation or GED completion.
The GO stipend is not based on income or grades, and is funded through a millage approved by Genesee County voters.
Parchment - Send Transcripts to Colleges, Employers, or Self
Parchment allows families/students to request, send, and, store transcripts. It also includes powerful tools to research colleges and admissions. We advise NOT to use school email addresses during the registration process, as there may be a need to access this resource beyond high school years.
To access Parchment, please follow these steps:
1. Login/ Register - Sign in at www.parchment.com and click Sign Up to log in or register.
2. Add School - Click Get Started, and add high school(s).
3. Select Destinations- Select destinations such as colleges, NCAA, Common Application, or yourself, and review your selection.
4. Provide Consent- Complete waiver form and e-sign the transcript authorization form.
5. Payment - Provide debit/credit card payment if fees are required.
6. Track Order - Order Status will be emailed and updated in Parchment account.
Free College Admission & Placement Resources
As you prepare to take your exam, it is critical to have a solid grasp of your current level of concept mastery to know your strengths and weaknesses in order to plan your studies accordingly.
By measuring your level of understanding of the concepts, topics, and ideas that you will encounter with Mometrix’s practice tests, you will be able to identify potential areas of improvement.
From there, Mometrix’s free college admissions and placement study resources will provide you with study tips and hints designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge you will need to succeed on test day.
Link to Website: https://www.mometrix.com/academy/college-admissions-and-placement/
Work Permits
Under 16 years: https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/ber/wage-and-hour/work-permits
Age 16–17 yrs: https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/ber/wage-and-hour/work-permits
Weekly Updates
Every Friday, FHS will push out a Weekly Update to students/parents. These updates are also posted on the Fenton Area Public Schools website and are housed there for families to be able to refer back to them.
1. Go to www.fentonschools.org
2. Click on Schools & select Fenton High School
3. Go to heading "Our School"
4. Look for subheading called "Weekly Updates"
Protect MI Child Registry Keeps Kids Safe from Adult Ads Online
ProtectMiChild is a free, secure program that keeps kids safe from adult-oriented advertising via social media, text, and email.
Parents can register their children’s social media handles, phone numbers, and email addresses to block ads for products like alcohol, tobacco, pornography, and online gaming.
Link to Website: https://www.protectmichild.com/
Inclement Weather Season
With the holiday season upon us, it's that time of year when we start preparing for possible inclement weather and the possibility of school cancellation. Please take time to plan for what you and your family will do in the event we have to cancel school. The district will always attempt to make decisions in time for you to use your plans optimally; however, sometimes with mother nature and the weather patterns in Michigan it doesn't always go as we'd all appreciate.
Please take a look below at the process for a weather cancellation and understand that we try our best to ensure student safety above all else.
A. We monitor the weather, and if severe weather is predicted, as superintendent, I along with the help of our transportation/operations department, local road commission and law enforcement evaluate potential issues.
B. As superintendent, I collaborate with Genesee County Superintendents to make decisions based on the road conditions for our area currently and/or in the near future.
C. We as a district will notify designated individuals in the event of a school closure to then disseminate information as quickly as possible.
D. Families can check: the district website, messaging through our FAPS app to phones in the form of voice, text message, email message, district Facebook, and news stations (ABC 12, WNEM 5, NBC 25, Detroit Fox2).
When the weather breaks and road conditions are in question, remember to leave early and drive slowly. Also, ensure your contact information is updated with your school so the district can provide the most efficient communication, and download our FAPS App.
Suicide Awareness & Prevention
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.
Kinship Care
Contact: 800-535-1218 (Monday - Friday, 9-4 PM).
WEBSITE: kinship.msu.edu EMAIL: kinship@msu.edu
FARR
If you need assistance, and are in the Fenton, Lake Fenton, or Linden school districts, Fenton Area Resources & Referral Network (aka FARR) can help with emergency assistance and resources. See contact info below.
FARR
P.O. Box 529
Fenton, MI 48430
Phone - (810) 750-6244
Fax - (810) 885-0286
Email - FARRNetworkHelp@gmail.com
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Fenton High School
Office Hours: Monday through Friday - 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.
FHS Administration:
Michael Bakker, Principal
Zachary Bradley, Assistant Principal:
Laura Lemke, Assistant Principal:
Edward Uhrik, Athletic Director/Assistant Principal:
Counselors:
Brian Halas - Last Names A - F
Michelle Pietraszkiewicz - Last Names G - N:
mpietraszkiewicz@fentonschools.org
Craig Golembiewski - Last Names O - Z:
cgolembiewski@fentonschools.org
Career & College Readiness Coordinator:
Lindsay Grady:
Email: mbakker@fentonschools.org
Website: www.fentonschools.org
Location: 3200 West Shiawassee Avenue, Fenton, MI, USA
Phone: (810) 591-2600