Tiger Tales
Fishers Elementary Newsletter September 9, 2022
Hello Tigers! I’m Mr. Behrman, the proud principal of Fishers Elementary School. Welcome to the Tiger Update for the week of September 9th! This week has flown by and been PACKED with tons of learning! It’s amazing how a four-day week can sometimes feel even longer than a typical week!
Earlier this week, like all of you, I received the NWEA Student Progress Report for both of my kids. I always appreciate these reports because it tells me a bit about where my child is as a learner. I do want to remind you that NWEA is but one of the many pieces of information that our teachers use to know your child as a learner. Our classroom teachers are also in the process of gathering guided reading level data, along with observation and assessment to help us know as much as we can about each child. If you have questions about the NWEA, or any other aspect of your child as a learner, feel free to reach out to your child’s teacher.
With the completion of the first round of NWEA testing, we have spent a lot of time analyzing what the data shows us about our students. During the past 2 weeks, I, along with members of our building leadership team, have been meeting with each classroom teacher to look over this data and talk about our students. This will allow us to be better able to support all our learners!
Today I also wanted to take a moment to let you know about the upcoming spirit wear sale. Look for information from the PTO soon on how to access the website to order your Tiger some new gear! I’m excited about the tie-dye FES t-shirt!
As always, thank you for taking the time to join me today! Have a great weekend! Be sure to ask your Tiger about the best part of their week, and do not forget, it is a great day to be a Tiger!
Robotics Reminder
Here are a few reminders for third and fourth grade students who have submitted an application to try out for our Robotics Team:
- Try outs will be Monday, September 12 immediately following dismissal.
- Try outs end at 4:00pm. We will be utilizing the car rider line for pickup. Please follow car rider procedures for this to run smoothly.
- Students should bring a healthy NUT FREE snack.
- Dismissal MUST be changed to "Robotics" in Dismissal Manager. If this is not changed, the student can NOT stay.
- ALL students will be notified of their status on the team no later than Friday, September 16.
We have over 30 students vying for 10 spots, so competition is tight! Robotics experience is not necessary, but teamwork is a KEY component
FES Garden Needs Your Help!
Would your family like to help keep the FES Garden beautiful this fall? All you need to do is sign up via the link below and view the directions on the top of the SignUp Genius. You can water the plants, weed as needed, pick any available produce and fresh herbs, and enjoy our garden! THANK you for sharing your talents with us this year to keep this space beautiful and for all to enjoy!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050e4aa5af29a02-fesgarden1
Snack Donations Needed
Teachers could use snack donations in their classrooms if you want to contribute.
We just ask that anything purchased is nut free so we are sensitive to food allergies.
You can drop the off in the office or send them with your child.
Thank you!
Extra Clothes
Please place a set of extra clothes in a plastic zip lock bag labeled with your child's name in his/her backpack. It is important that we have an extra set of clothes in case of spills or accidents. Thank You!
FYAP Snack Attack Signup 2022/23 School Year
Fishers Youth Assistance Program (FYAP) is offering a free weekend snack program for any student attending Hamilton Southeastern Schools who qualifies for the reduced lunch program or has an increased need currently. Snacks will be delivered to schools each week and sent home with students.
To be part of this free program, you must sign up your family online. https://forms.gle/xrKNaxRaLypSqKvV8
If you have any questions about the registration, please email fyapfood@gmail.com
Winter Program Registration
Registration for our recreational basketball programs for both boys and girls remains open at myathletics.com. The leagues welcome athletes in Kindergarten through 8th grade. The girls season runs from November through early March. Boys (K) play January through March, (1st - 6th) November through March, and (7th/8th) January through March. Find the girls basketball information packet here. Find the boys basketball information packet here. Some divisions will form waitlists soon so thank you for registering now to play.
Travel Basketball Tryout Information:
Registration for tryouts for Fishers (3rd-8th) and HSE (3rd) girls travel basketball is open at myathletics.com along with Fishers and HSE (3rd-6th) boys. Find everything you need to know for girls here and boys here.
R.A.V.E Reviews
Help us in recognizing and appreciating our talented, hard-working, and dedicated employees by submitting a R.A.V.E. (Recognizing All Valuable Employees) Review. All HSE staff members are eligible for nomination and may be recognized multiple times. To submit a R.A.V.E. Review, click here to fill out a quick and easy online form and share why the individual is a 5-Star employee.
Recipients will receive a R.A.V.E. Review window cling to proudly display their nomination in their workspace, a certificate and letter of recognition with their review. Each month, one R.A.V.E. Review recipient will be selected at random by the Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation for a $100 gift card. Thank you for your support!
Cafeteria Menu Aug. 29 - Sept. 2
Monday: French Bread Piza
Tuesday: Calzone
Wednesday: Cheeseburger
Thursday: Penne Chicken Alfredo
Friday: Fish Sandwich
Daily Options: Turkey Roll Up, Veggie Salad, Pizza Pack, PBJ
*Specialty salad not available*
Carrie Colglazier Scholarship
Mark your calendars, Saturday, September 17th is the 19th Annual Carrie Colglazier Scholarship Workday. Hire workers from the following groups to get your fall work done.
See attached flyer for more details or go to Colglazier Workday; to hire workers.
- FFA
- Girls Soccer
- Girls Track
- National Honor Society
To learn more about the scholarship or Carrie go to Carrie Colglazier Scholarship;
Movie Nights
Celebrate with classmates for the upcoming movies nights geared towards grade level – This would help with the type of movies shown as well as support positive memories for all ages.
Grade K-2 – Friday, September 30th - doors open at 6pm, movie starts at 6:30pm and pick up will take place at 8:30pm
Grade 3-4 – Friday, October 28th - doors open at 6pm, movie starts at 6:30pm and pick up will take place at 8:30pm
Public PTO Meetings
Join us at FES in the school library @ 6:30pm
· Thursday, September 1
· Tuesday, October 25
· Tuesday, February 21
· Tuesday, April 25
Secretary – Carrie Bergeson
Treasurer – Lesley Landis
Vice President – Yvonne Alexander
President – Christina Stenske
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