The Fugett Flash

Greetings Fugett Families,

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Every May, we recognize the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Together, we fight stigma, provide support, educate the public and advocate for policies that support the millions of people in the U.S. affected by mental illness.

Please read below for important information regarding end of year activities.

Have a great week!

Dr. Dionne Fears

Principal, Fugett Middle School

On Friday, April 28th, English Language Learner and Spanish classes joined to make our students practice their Spanish/English skills. It was fun, yet eye-opening for the Spanish class students to be in contact with native speakers and realize how important it is to practice with the "real source." Check out the pictures below.

The CCIU is excited to offer two Mental Health Awareness Week Community Events for 2023. Please join us in raising awareness surrounding mental health and wellness, reducing stigma, emphasizing social and emotional well-being, and sharing community resources to assist those in need.

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS COMMUNITY EVENTS FLYER

Students who are completing Algebra 1 this year or have taken and not scored Proficient or Advanced are required to take the Algebra Keystone test which will take place on May 17 and 18.

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR TEST TAKERS

Please review the Code of Conduct for Test Takers with your child.

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR TEST TAKERS

ELECTRONIC DEVICE INFORMATION and FAQs

It is imperative that the security of the PSSAs and Keystone exams is maintained at the highest level. It is STRONGLY SUGGESTED that students keep their cell phones and smart watches AT HOME during testing.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES & FAQS

Please see the important information for all grades regarding end-of-year activities for Fugett Middle School.

END-OF-YEAR DATES TO REMEMBER

Important 8th grade End of the Year Dates:

Friday, June 2nd - 8th grade Picnic

Friday, June 2nd - 8th grade Dance from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in FMS gym

Friday, June 9th - 8th grade Celebration (8:30 am)

Monday, June 12th - Field Day

Want to help us with the dance and picnic? With your support, we are going to have an amazing end-of-year celebration for our 8th grade students.

8TH GRADE PICNIC AND DANCE VOLUNTEER DONATION SIGN-UP GENIUS

The 8th Grade End of Year Celebration will take place on June 9th, 2023 at 8:30am. Due to limited seats each student will be given two guest tickets.

Please use the form below to provide information about the extracurricular activities your student has participated in as well as to account for the number of students who will be leaving school after the ceremony.

8TH GRADE END-OF-YEAR CELEBRATION

The 8th Grade Dance will take place on Friday, June 2, from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Tickets are $20 and payment is due by May 17th. NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. To purchase tickets and review the 8th grade dance info and policy, use the link below:

8TH GRADE DANCE INFO AND POLICY

Want to help us with the dance and picnic? With your support, we are going to have an amazing end-of-year celebration for our 8th grade students.

Please join us in making 8th grade picnic and dance memorable! All donations are due on Thursday, 6/1/2023 by 3:00pm. Check out our Amazon Wish List below.

Please email your packet of clearances to mbowen@wcasd.net according to the WCASD Volunteer Guidelines.

8TH GRADE PICNIC AND DANCE VOLUNTEER DONATION SIGN-UP GENIUS

Fugett Athletics - Through End of Spring Season, 2023

Monday, May 8

3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Home vs. Great Valley MS

3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Away @ Great Valley MS

3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY SOFTBALL Away @ Penns Grove MS

Tuesday. May 9

3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Away @ Peirce MS

3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Home vs Peirce MS

3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - JV SOFTBALL Home vs. Charles F Patton MS

Wednesday, May 10

3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - JV BASEBALL Away @ Kennett MS

3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY BASEBALL Home vs. Kennett MS

3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY SOFTBALL Home vs. Kennett MS

3:15 PM MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY TRACK AND FIELD Home vs. Great Valley MS & North Brandywine

3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Home vs. Charles F Patton MS

Thursday, May 11

3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Home vs. Lionville MS

3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Away @ Lionville MS

Friday, May 12

3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - JV BASEBALL Away @ Downingtown Middle

3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY BASEBALL Home vs. Downingtown Middle

3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - JV SOFTBALL Away @ Downingtown Middle

3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY SOFTBALL Home vs. Downingtown Middle

3:30 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Away @ Charles F Patton MS

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Wednesday, May 17 2023

4:00 PM MIDDLE SCHOOL – COUNTY MEET TRACK AND FIELD Away @ Henderson HS

3:00 PM TRACK LOWER MERION INVITATIONAL Away @ Lower Merion HS

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Please be aware that there is a shortage of referees and umpires that will likely impact sports at some point this Spring- both home and away. PIAA is allowing for “scrimmages” between teams if no official is available. When this happens please be patient and understanding if a fill-in referee or umpire (teacher or other adult) is helping out. We all would prefer a “scrimmage” over a cancelation.

During the month of May or June, 6th graders will complete an Impact baseline concussion test during PE class. The tests are done on computers and will provide a baseline for the next two years at Fugett. The results are stored in an online database and if necessary, can be provided to parents and/or physicians if a student has a possible concussion. For more information, please see this link below or email Thomas Swift at tswift@wcasd.net.

IMPACT TEST INFORMATION

Interested in playing sports at West Chester East High School?

Transitioning to high school athletics can be overwhelming, not only for the students, but for their families as well. Choose a sport in the flyers below to learn more on how to get started and who to contact to sign up. Provided for each sport are the coaches name, email and a link to the team's "welcome newsletter."

WEST CHESTER EAST ATHLETICS

DINING NIGHT OUT TOMORROW!

Our last dining night out for the year is tomorrow, May 9th from 5-7:00 pm for both Giorgio's Pizza & Sub, and Marble Slab Creamery (formally Maggie Moo's) of Exton. Both restaurants will be donating proceeds of sales to our Fugett PTO when you mention Fugett Middle School. These restaurants are conveniently located right next to each other, so we hope you can support the PTO by dining out!

CALL FOR FRIGHT NIGHT VOLUNTEERS

Our favorite time of year at Fugett is fall because of our biggest PTO event - Fright Night! We would like to start preparing for this spooktacular October night early, and we are seeking a few volunteers specifically for the Haunted House committee. If you like Halloween decorating, then we need your creativity to enhance this experience for our kids. Please contact the PTO (fugettpto@gmail.com) if interested.

Donations for West Chester Food Cupboard

The PTO is collecting donations to support the WC Food Cupboard. Please consider purchasing items in need and having your student place the donation in the blue bin marked "Food Cupboard", located at the cafeteria entrance. items most needed are: diapers, feminine products, cereal, toothpaste, deodorant, canned meat and fish, and canned fruit. Any items that you can spare are always gratefully accepted. We will continue this much needed service throughout the year. Thank you for your generosity and support!

Questions? Concerns? Comments? Contact us at FugettPTO@gmail.com

Fugett PTO is a 501(c)3 charitable organization. All donations to the PTO are fully tax-deductible.

Please check out the latest edition of The Fugett Lowdown below.

THE FUGETT LOWDOWN

Please see the attached flyer regarding the AHaven Remembrance Walk on May 20th.

REMEMBRANCE FLYER

Email: info@wcasd.net
Website: www.wcasd.net
Location: 500 Ellis Lane, West Chester, PA, USA
Phone: (484) 266-2900