FMS Trojan Update

The annual Parent/Guardian survey for all FFC8 schools is now open. We hope you’ll take just a few minutes to fill out this brief survey. All feedback collected is valuable and useful to both the district and school leadership.

2024 Parent Survey Link: https://forms.gle/Y7vVj7hLkru9KiT59
The deadline to respond is Friday, February 23.

The FMS Community Forum serves the dual purpose of educating and coordinating community members regarding vital issues. It provides the framework and environment essential for school communities to collaboratively delve into pertinent topics and concerns. Please sign up for the dates which best fit your schedule. We are limiting the number of visitors and this event will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

9:00 - 11: 00 am

To continue our pursuit of academic accountability and responsibility, FMS will begin requiring After School Event Tickets for students to attend Athletic Events. To earn a ticket, students must have 5 or fewer missing assignments, and have no more than 2 tardies over the past 7 days prior to an event.

Monday, February 12

• Boys Basketball VS Cheyenne Mountain
• Boys Basketball C @ Cheyenne Mountain

Tuesday, February 13

• Boys Basketball @ Skyview
• Boys Basketball C VS Skyview

Thursday, February 15

• Boys Basketball VS Horizon (Main)
• Boys Basketball C VS Horizon (AUX)

Friday, February 16

• 1st Semester Academic Awards Recognition
• 6th Grade 8:40 am Main Gym
• 7th Grade 9:30 am, Main Gym
• 8th Grade 10:30 am, Main Gym

Monday, February 19

• Presidents Day, No School

Tuesday, February 20

• Staff Development Day, No School
• Boys Basketball @ Carson (NO SCHOOL)
  

Wednesday - Thursday, February 21- 22

• Parent Teacher Conference

Thursday, February 22

• Boys Basketball VS Skyview (NO SCHOOL/NO CONCESSIONS)
• Boys C Team @ Skyview (NO SCHOOL)

Students are encouraged to attend after-school sporting events, but please be aware that we do not provide transportation for student spectators. Ensure you're at the venue by 6:30 p.m. to pick up your student. Students who leave campus after school cannot return for events without an adult escort.

The Book Fair has arrived! It will be open for students from Wednesday to Friday during school hours and also during Parent/Teacher Conferences on both days. We're excited to see you there! Additionally, the link for the E-wallet has been attached for your convenience.

https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/how-ewallet-works.html?fairId=5465655

Congratulations to the 7th grade for having the highest attendance for the month of January. 6th Grade reached 89% in attendance for the month. Overall, Fountain Middle School achieved 88% for the month of January.

Attendance Numbers for January

• 6th - 89%
• 7th – 90%
• 8th – 87%
• School - 88%
  

Being present, engaged, and participating in every class maximizes our students potential for understanding and mastering the material. Each school day contributes significantly to your educational journey. Every absence is a missed opportunity for learning and collaboration.

Yearbooks are now available for pre-order at $35 each until the end of the school year. Secure your copy early as we've sold out the past 3 years. This year's edition features 64 full-color pages, 4 more than previous years for the same price. Pay by cash or check to Ms. Liz in the front office, or conveniently use your credit card through IC's RevTrak. For questions, contact Mrs. Rands (vrands@ffc8.org) or Mrs. Brashers (tbrashers@ffc8.org).

There will be an inventory of student Chromebooks and Chargers beginning Monday the 29th. This inventory will be conducted by grade level. Please ensure your student brings their laptop and charger to school daily.

• 6th grade, 29 Jan – 2 Feb
• 7th grade, 5 – 9 Feb,
• 8th grade, 12 – 16 Feb,

FMS is looking for Paraprofessionals to join our Special Education Department. Apply here: https://phl.applitrack.com/ffc8/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackPostingSearch=location:%22Fountain+Middle+School%22

To maximize classroom time, follow these guidelines for delivering forgotten items during the school day:

Drop off forgotten items at the table near the Attendance Secretary's office, labeled with your student's name and grade.

Students can retrieve non-classroom items during lunch. Please note that only parents or guardians can deliver personal lunches to the Attendance office; we cannot accept deliveries from businesses or organizations.

We are introducing a new morning drop-off procedure to prioritize student safety. This change aims to create a smoother and safer experience for everyone.

Enhanced Safety, Streamlined Experience:

Our goal is a safe and efficient morning drop-off. We're shifting from one lane to two lanes maximizing our drop-off space and streamlining the process for better results.

Double Blue Lane Process:

The drop-off lane has been adjusted to provide two distinct lanes within the blue-striped area. Students will be dropped off in the designated blue-striped drop-off area. In this zone, drivers should anticipate students walking through the center to reach the front crosswalk, where they will be assisted by the crossing guard for safe crossing.

Longer Stops and Trunk Use:

Please use the parking lot for longer stops or trunk access to avoid drop-off lane congestion. Students can safely cross using the marked crosswalk.

Your understanding and cooperation are appreciated as we implement these changes. Student safety is our priority; we're confident these adjustments will enhance our morning drop-off routine.

For questions or concerns, contact our administrative team.

"Change happens, like housing loss, homelessness, job challenges, and resource needs. If this applies to you, contact your District Liaison for support. We offer resources like a school pantry, clothes closet, hot meals program, parent resource nights, and more. Reach out to Promis Bruno, MSW, at 719-492-8810 or pbruno@ffc8.org for assistance."

Website: https://www.ffc8.org/FMS
Location: 515 North Santa Fe Avenue, Fountain, CO, USA
Phone: 719 382 1580
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FMSTrojansFFC8/