Back-to-School at FRCS!

Dear FRCS Families,

With just about one week to go before we kick off a new school year, I want to extend a warm welcome back to each of you! As the excitement builds, our team has been working hard to prepare for another fantastic year of learning, growth, and discovery. We are eagerly anticipating the return of our students and the opportunity to partner with you in their educational journey.

As a reminder, the first day(s) of school for our district is:

• Kindergarten ONLY: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
• All students (K-12) report: Wednesday, September 4, 2024

The back-to-school season is always an exciting time for our students and their families, as it creates the opportunity for a new beginning full of possibility. Whether your child’s school experiences have been joyful or more challenging in the past, the new year brings the promise of re-engagement with meaningful learning and new relationships for everyone.

Similarly, this school year also brings the excitement of a new chapter for FRCS, as I begin my time as the leader of our district and we work together to continue and further develop the positive traditions and high standards of our schools and classrooms. As we begin this new chapter, please know that I am here to support you and your family throughout the year, as is our entire staff of teachers, leaders and support staff.

If you haven't received it yet, please be on the lookout in your mailbox for a letter from your child’s building principal. This letter contains the name of your child’s teacher or their homeroom number, as well as other important back-to-school information. Should you have questions about back to school, please reach out to the main office at your child’s school for assistance:

• Elementary School: 508-543-2508 Ext. 100
• Middle School: 508-543-2508 Ext. 200
• High School: 508-543-2508 Ext. 300

Be sure to check out the rest of this newsletter for details about upcoming events and happenings around the district as we gear up to start the school year.

All my best,

Toby N. Romer

Executive Director

As the new school year begins, we're thrilled to introduce our revamped district and building-level newsletters! This school year, you can expect regular newsletters from both the FRCS district as well as from your child's building-level principal.

Regular communication through our district and building-level newsletters is vital to ensuring a strong partnership between home and school. These newsletters serve as a key resource to keep you informed about important updates, events, and opportunities, helping you stay connected with your child’s educational experience. By staying informed and engaged, we can work together to support your child's success and foster a thriving school community.

While we are not planning a Block Party event for August, we have several upcoming family engagement events scheduled over the next several weeks. We are looking forward to offering new ways for you to interact with the school’s leaders and teachers, providing more direct and meaningful connections. Take a look at what's coming up, and please add these dates to your calendar!

Parents and adult family members who are new to FRCS, as well as Kindergarten, Grade 5 and Grade 9 families are invited to our New Family Meet and Greet event on campus Saturday, September 14th. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents and guardians to get to know us better and meet your child's principal team.

• 9th Grade: Beginning at 9am: HS Gym (Door E)
• 5th Grade and New MS Families: Beginning at 9am: MS Cafeteria (Door G)
• K and new ES Families: Beginning at 10am: ES Gym (Door E2)

Parents and Guardians of K-12 students are invited to our first Director's Breakfast of the new school year! Join us for coffee and pastries in the MS/HS Cafeteria from 8am-9am on Friday, September 20th. Meet our new Executive Director, Mr. Toby Romer, and discuss how we can help your child be successful at the start of the school year.

All FRCS K-12 families are invited to join us for Back to FRCS night on Tuesday, October 1st, 2024 from 5pm-7pm! *Please note updated date for this event!* This will be a wonderful opportunity to connect with your child's teacher, as well as other families. We'll kick off the evening with a Pasta Dinner being served until 5:45pm.

• 5:00pm-5:45pm Pasta Dinner in both the ES and MS/HS Cafeteria
• 5:45pm-7:00pm MS/HS parents are invited to follow their child's schedule and meet the teachers and learn about expectations for the school year.
• 5:45-7:00pm: Elementary parents will enjoy an open house meet and greet with teachers and staff.

More details to come!

There are a few important revisions to our previously published Key Dates Calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. The changes include:

• Add: December 4, 2024: 1/2 Day of school for students (Parent/Teacher Conferences)
• Add: April 30, 2025: 1/2 Day of school for students (Parent/Teacher Conferences)
• Change: May 16, 2025: 1/2 Day of school for students/Professional Development for Teachers/Staff (Changed from May 2, 2025)

The revised calendar is available on the FRCS website. Please download and print the calendar and keep it handy for the school year.

FRCS is pleased to introduce Ms. Tanisha Kimber as the district's new Director of Student Services. Ms. Kimber comes to Foxborough Regional Charter School after serving in the Boston public schools for over twenty years, most recently as an Assistant Director of Specialized Services. Prior to that she was a Related Services department liaison and was a Speech and Language Pathologist. In addition to her undergraduate degree, Ms. Kimber holds a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Special Education Administration and a Master's degree in Communication Disorders. Welcome, Ms. Kimber!

Over the summer, the Teaching and Learning Team, alongside district administrators, has worked tirelessly to ensure a smooth and successful start to the 2024-2025 school year. Their efforts included coordinating school calendars, developing detailed schedules, and meticulously planning upcoming staff development sessions to enhance teaching effectiveness. Meanwhile, the Admissions team has been actively welcoming and onboarding new students, while HR has been focused on hiring and integrating new staff members. These comprehensive initiatives are meticulously designed to contribute to a seamless beginning of the school year, setting a solid foundation for academic success and fostering a positive learning environment for all students.

This summer, the Operations Team has been hard at work transforming our schools into welcoming and functional spaces for the new academic year. The Facilities Department undertook several key projects, including a significant renovation of the elementary school roof to ensure safety and durability. They also revitalized various buildings with fresh paint and new flooring, enhancing both the aesthetics and functionality of our learning environments. Additionally, the grounds were meticulously manicured, with attention given to every detail to ensure an inviting atmosphere. Thanks to their dedicated efforts, the buildings and campus are now in prime condition, ready to warmly welcome back students, staff, and families for a successful start to the school year.

Be sure to stay up-to-date with district announcements and events by using the Foxborough Regional Charter School Mobile App!

The Edlio branded design works directly with our school website and provides easy navigation throughout the app. The app allows users to select their preferences and quickly access the content, tools, and communications they need!

Download the app for FREE in the Apple App Store or on Google Play. Simply search for "Foxborough Regional CS." You'll recognize the falcon icon!

• Register as a user to ensure receipt of targeted messaging. Parents/Guardians should register as a "parent". Students should register as a "student". FRCS teachers should register as "teacher", and FRCS staff should register as "staff"
• Use the sidebar menu to select settings and customize your app experience to fit your needs
• Tap on "notifications" to customize the newsfeed to receive updates from categories you want to see.
• Decide If you ever want to change the language of your app, you can select a language from the menu to translate to

Please email Outreach@foxboroughrcs.org with any questions about the app.