February News
For La Escuela Fratney Families
Join Our Fratney Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/LaEscuelaFratneyMPS
Please like us on Facebook! We now have an official district public La Escuela Fratney Facebook page. We ask everyone who have been on the other Facebook page to join our public page. This will allow us to share the great things that are happening at La Escuela Fratney to the larger Milwaukee community. By posting positive photos and reviews, we will increase our visibility and continue to grow our school. Please help us by sharing our February 14th Kindergarten enrollment event widely!
Fratney Spirit Wear-Order Your T-Shirts and Sweatshirts Online!
There are two designs/logos-the traditional logo and the tree logo. There are short sleeve shirts, long sleeve shirts, and sweatshirts for both students and adults.
By purchasing Fratney spirit wear your child will feel school pride and have a shirt to wear on Fratney Fridays when we encourage all students and staff to wear Fratney clothing.
This is a fundraiser that is collecting funds to add additional benches to specific areas around the school and to purchase additional plants and maintain our school's new green space.
Our Website
Did you know that the calendar on our website lists most of the important dates and events that we have planned? Check out our website calendar for upcoming meetings, conferences, and special events. Read our website to learn more about our program and our amazing staff. Share our website link with any families who may be interested in enrolling.
Renovation Approved!
La Escuela Fratney has been approved for special ESSER Funds to renovate a classroom, bathrooms, and the hallway of our lower level for our K4 students.
How can you get involved:
Contact our Board Member, Jilly Gokalgandhi, to let her know we need the lower level renovation to start as soon as possible so that we can have it ready for our K4 students next school year.
Phone: (414) 475-8284
Vaccine Clinic at Fratney on Thursday, February 3rd from 3 to 6 pm.
Any student ages 5 and up, family member or community member can get a free COVID vaccine on Thursday. It can be the first, second, or third booster shot. No insurance and no appointment is necessary.
Click here for the link for the $100 gift card after your child has gotten the 2 doses of the COVID vaccine.
https://mpsresearch.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4GRnfV3v6lLNSD4
Our students and families have been doing great wearing masks and staying home when sick. We have had very few cases of COVID and want to keep it that way. We do NOT want to have to close school at all this school year. If we had 13 cases in 2 weeks we would need to go virtual. Our goal is stay in person learning ALL school year! Please help us keep everyone safe and healthy.
- Please, please make sure your child comes to school in a mask every day.
- Please get your child vaccinated!
- Students ages 5 and up are now eligible for a vaccine.
- MPS students who are vaccinated qualify for a $100 incentive from MPS.
Read the entire district update at this link
IF your child tests positive for COVID or is a close contact, please call Ms. Sara Cruz directly at 414-267-1105 and email a copy of the positive test result to her at schneisx@milwaukee.k12.wi.us She will ensure that the information is kept confidential. She is required to complete follow up information and will ensure you are aware of next steps for your child and family.
Enrollment for new K3, K4, and K5 students begins February 5th
Help us spread the word! Enrollment for our K3, K4, and K5 classes for next year opens February 5th. We have very limited seats so encourage your friends and family to apply in February to ensure a spot. If you have a child who is currently 3 or turns 3 before September, be sure to enroll him or her in February. Are you willing to help us hang up flyers or spread the word about La Escuela Fratney? If so, please contact our parent coordinator LIsbel Torres.
Please note that no current students re-enroll. Once a student is enrolled at La Escuela Fratney they are expected to stay enrolled through the duration of the program in 5th grade to ensure the highest level of language learning possible.
Black Lives Matter at School Week
All events will be virtual and are free and open to the public. Registration is required to participate.
Register for all Black Lives Matter Week of Action events at https://mpsmke.com/blmweeksignup
Monday, January 31, 2022, 6:00–7:30 P.M.
Week of Action Kickoff
Author and scholar Decoteau J. Irby, Ph.D., focuses on creating and sustaining organizations that contribute to Black people’s self-determined well-being, development, and positive life outcomes. His book Stuck Improving: Racial Equity and School Leadership outlines practices that make schools better places for Black and Brown youth. Dr. Irby will share five essential resources and practices that school leaders and educators can implement to increase their racial knowledge, grow improvement, and create learning experiences and outcomes that demonstrate Black Lives Matter tenets.
Participants are encouraged to wear Black Lives Matter or social justice apparel all day.
Tuesday, February 1, 2022, 6:00–7:30 P.M.
Black Film Festival Conversation
Students will view films during the school day. Students, staff, and community participants will break into groups to discuss themes. Facilitators will engage group participants in a talk-back related to questions posed.
K – Gr. 2: Garrett’s Gift and Dancing in the Light
Gr. 3 – 5: Ruby Bridges
Gr. 6 – 8: The Watsons Go to Birmingham
Gr. 9 – 12: John Lewis: Good Trouble
Participants are encouraged to wear the colors of the Pan-African Flag (red, black, green).
Wednesday, February 2, 2022, 6:00–7:30 P.M.
Intergenerational Panel Discussion
Listen to students and elders engage in a Q&A dialogue around relevant topics of race, equality, and the future of America. The audience can participate through Jam Board or Zoom chat.
Participants are encouraged to wear apparel that represents an older or younger generation.
Thursday, February 3, 2022, 6:00–7:30 P.M.
Historically Black Colleges & Universities and Greek Organizations
Engage with participants and learn about the background of Historically Black Colleges & Universities. Members of the Divine 9 Black Greek Organizations will share their experiences and benefits of being a member of these organizations.
Participants are encouraged to wear college/university shirts or Greek paraphernalia.
Friday, February 4, 2022, 6:00–7:30 P.M.
Student and Staff Talent Showcase
Watch students and staff from across the district battle it out for bragging rights for their school. Would you like to submit a video for the talent show? Submit your video on the registration page for BLM events. Videos are due Tuesday, January 26, 2022.
School Engagement Council Meeting is on Wednesday, February 9th at 5 pm
We welcome all families to participate in our School Engagement Council Meetings. We meet once a month on Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:00 pm. At this time due to the pandemic, we are required to meet virtually in the Fratney Family Google Classroom Link. February's meeting will be an overview of the school budget for the upcoming school year and SEC members will give feedback and sign off on the budget paperwork and contingency plan.
La Escuela Fratney Recess
Physical exercise and fresh air is very important for all students. Therefore, all our students go outside to recess every day unless it is 10 degrees or colder. Please ensure that your child has a winter jacket, hat, and gloves every day for the cold weather. We encourage snow boots and snow pants. Please note that all items should be labeled with your child's name. We are not responsible for lost items. Please note that lost and found items are donated at the end of every month. If you need help ensuring your child has winter weather clothing, please contact Mr. Dylan or Ms. Milissa our school social workers.
Reminders for Arrival and Dismissal
Students should be picked up between 3:45 and 4:00 every day.
Fratney street is ONLY for picking up and dropping off. It is not for parking. If you need to park, please use a different side street to park.
There should be no parking at all on Fratney street. There should be no double parking. Please, please help everyone stay safe during pick up and drop off.
We are working on ways to improve this procedure. We welcome your input and even more so, we welcome volunteers to help during arrival or dismissal times outside. If you are able to help, please contact Ms. Lisbel our parent coordinator.
Pierce street is ONLY for bus students and CLC pick up and drop off.
Theme II: We are Proud to be Bilingual, Multicultural Learners.
Theme II: We are Proud to be Bilingual, Multicultural Learners.
Diversity is a strength in our society.
There are many benefits to being bilingual.
We communicate in many languages and in many ways.
We learn from and teach each other in our Fratney community.
We recognize and respect our multiple languages, cultures and experiences.
We learn to counteract the stereotypes contained in cartoons, books, magazines and the media.
Stay Connected!
MPS offers tools to help families find the information and support they need. Log in to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal, download the MPS App for updates, and follow us on social media. The Parent Coordinator at your child's school can also assist.
Infinite Campus Parent Portal Technical Support Live Parent Portal (Infinite Campus) support is available from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. To recover a username/password: Parents/guardians should email parentportal@milwaukee.k12.wi.us. Include the parent/guardian name, child’s name, birth date, and a contact number. If you do not receive a phone call or email within 24 hours, please call (414) 475-8159 for further assistance. For assistance setting up a new Parent Portal account: Parents/guardians may call (414) 475-8159 or email parentportal@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
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La Escuela Fratney
Email: 182@milwaukee.k12.wi.us
Website: http://www5.milwaukee.k12.wi.us/school/fratney/
Location: 3255 North Fratney Street, Milwaukee, WI, USA
Phone: (414) 267-1100