Florence Update -September 13, 2019
Flag Day
It is amazing what Mrs. Knagg can do with our kiddos in just a few short weeks!
Thank you to everyone who came out to support our military and First Responders!
Florence Running Club
A PE Club for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Grades. The Club will meet every Monday from 3:10-3:45 pm. Students will be dismissed at the front of the building by the gym doors. They will need to be picked up promptly at 3:45 pm.
MEMBERSHIP FEE & PAYMENT METHOD: Membership is $20.00 per child. The cost includes a t-shirt, running tokens, awards, end of year party and “fun run” days for both fall and spring seasons. We accept cash only please. Please send in an envelope with your child's name & teacher.
COMMUNICATIONS: In the event of bad weather, you will be notified by email/text/Remind. Running Club will not meet when it’s raining, on holidays, or on teacher workdays. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at kendal.castranova@kellerisd.net or 817-744-4729 between 8:00-9:00 am.
Registration ends Friday, 9/27/19
Running Club begins Monday, 10/7/19
The last day for Running Club is Monday, 4/27/20
Form to register for Running Club: https://forms.gle/MugR7RANyZVbPYey9
Thank you, Kendal Castranova PE Teacher, Florence Elementary School
We are Kicking off our Fun Run this Tuesday, September 17th - Actual Obstacle Course is September 27th.
Florence Elementary is hosting a fundraiser, and our goal is to raise $32,000 for technology and classroom libraries!
Our children will run a fun obstacle course to raise money for the school. Please take a look at this short video with information about our Fun Run. Kickoff is on Tuesday, September 17th and the Run is on Friday, September 27th! Our kids have THE BEST TIME!!!! Boosterthon puts on an amazing Obstacle Course for our kids. We want you to come and cheer on your children during their time. Teachers will have the schedule for the 27th when they go through the obstacle course.
Our Fun Run is great because of YOU!!! Our parents come out in full force supporting and helping all though the day! Thank you Stephanie for all you do to ensure our kids have the best time EVER!
Feel free to email Stephanie Bartuch, the Fun Run chair, with any questions you may have. s4easter@gmail.com
Click the link below to learn more about our upcoming Fun Run!
Pledging Opens – 9/11
Log on to FUNRUN.COM
Event Day - 9/27
SAVE THE DATE! You’re Invited!
We’ll be sharing more information over the next few weeks.
Thanks so much!
Florence Elementary PTA
October is Red Ribbon Month!
Friday October 4th - " Be a hero, say no to drugs and yes to healthy choices!" Dress up as your favorite military/first responder hero.
Thursday October 10th - (no school for kids on Friday Oct. 11th) "Rockin' a drug free life!"
Dress up as a rock star (from any decade)
Friday October 18th -"I'm too cool to do drugs!"
Crazy Hair day!!
Last Call for anyone who wants to serve on our Florence Campus Educational Improvement Committee
September 23rd, 2019
December 10th, 2019
February 3rd, 2020
April 14th, 2020
If you are interested in being considered for this committee, please complete this form no later than 4:00 pm on Friday, September 6th.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gIH7GQgFOXLZTM7m3wn7Qe7vGKiF2iXDw6qwxfGX_Sw/edit
Co-Curr Corner!
Check out all the cool things your kids are doing in co-curr (Art, Music, PE, Theatre & Library) on our Co-Curr Corner! We're having lots of fun!!
Online Spirit Store!
Have you heard??? Falcon gear is now available online!!! SHOW YOUR FALCON PRIDE! Follow the link below.
To place an order for multiple garments, enter your first garment, click order now, then click keep shopping to return to the order page.
Online shirt sales have been extended to Friday, September 13th!
Questions? Contact sandycummings472@gmail.com
Items will be delivered to your child's classroom.
PTA Reminders
Florence Friends,
If you have not turned your completed blue PTA membership form with payment, it's not too late! Thanks for your support in joining the PTA! Also, just a reminder - joining the PTA does NOT mean you will automatically be signed up to volunteer. Although we will gladly take volunteers anytime ;0).
Stay in the know, find all of your volunteer opportunities, forms, helpful links and event updates by joining the PTA Website.
https://florencepta.ptboard.com/home
An access code is required: AX39RR
Once you’ve joined your next step is to UPDATE the student directory and JOIN your child’s class group. Any questions please email Heather Washington - ptaflorencees@gmail.com
Grocery Shopping and earn money for the school??? Yes - it's so simple! Just take a look below on how simple it is.... you basically sign up and buy what you always do at Kroger and Amazon!
Upcoming Events
September 14th - Community Storehouse 20th Annual Run in the Dark
September 19th - McDonald's Fundraiser 5-8pm for Co-Curr
September 27th - Boosterthon Fun Run
October 1 - Raising Cane's Spirit Night
October 2-4 - Book Fair
October 3 - Grandparents Day A-M - Please pre-register
October 4 - Grandparents Day N-Z - Please pre-register
October 4 - " Be a hero, say no to drugs and yes to healthy choices!" Dress up as your favorite military/first responder hero.
October 10 - "Rockin' a drug free life!" Dress up as a rock star (from any decade)
October 11 - No School; Student Holiday
October 14 - No School; Columbus Day
October 18 - "I'm too cool to do drugs!" Crazy Hair day!!
October 19 - Carnival / Silent Auction
October 25 - Storybook Character Day
Background Check Required to Volunteer (See Link Below)
If you would like to volunteer at a Keller ISD campus (WATCH DOGS, field trips, etc.) you must complete a background check EACH year. Please follow the link for additional information.
Mission of Florence Elementary
Florence Elementary provides the highest level of academic and social/emotional learning. We are student focused and solution based because our students deserve our best!
FES Communication
Communication is critical that we keep you informed. The links are provided each week via the SMORE. Please let us know if you have any questions or did not receive information needed.
Website (link below)
Facebook (link below)
Twitter (link below)
SMORE: Weekly newsletter for me
Blackboard: Mass emails/text messages
Weekly Classroom Newsletter: From your teacher
Email: (See below)
PTA Communication
Facebook - @florenceespta
Website - https://florencepta.ptboard.com/home
Twitter is @FlorencePta
Instagram is Florencepta
PTA email: ptaflorencees@gmail.com
Various Methods of Communication
Email: jacque.hughes@kellerisd.net
Website: https://www.kellerisd.net/FES
Location: 3095 Johnson Road, Southlake, TX, United States
Phone: 817-744-4700
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FESFalcons
Twitter: @FESfalcons