The Fugett Flash

March 13, 2023

From the Desk of Principal Fears

Greetings Fugett Families,


March is Women's History Month. In March, we commemorate and encourage the study, observance and celebration of the vital role of women in American history. Please join FMS in celebrating Women's History Month.


Please read below for important information about the upcoming weeks at Fugett Middle School.


Have an awesome day!


Dr. Dionne Fears

Principal, Fugett Middle School

Bingo Night - March 31st!

Fugett Middle School is hosting a BINGO NIGHT on Friday, March 31st benefitting Fugett Best Buddies. For $10, you get 10 games of BINGO and 10 chances to win great prizes like Urban Air passes, gift cards, and Eagles gear! Grab a group of friends or bring the family for a fun night!


BINGO NIGHT FLYER

Fugett Athletics

As a final reminder, 7th & 8th grade Spring sport begin soon. Start dates will depend on weather, field conditions and gym availability. Coaches have posted information on Schoology for students to access. For any student who did not participate in fall or winter sports at Fugett, PIAA physicals can be uploaded to Family ID using the link below. If a student is interested in a spring sport and played a fall or winter sport with their PIAA physical already in FamilyID, simply register for the spring sport.


FAMILY ID REGISTRATION


FAMILY ID INVITE INSTRUCTIONS

7th and 8th Grade Lacrosse

7th & 8th grade Girls Lacrosse try-outs will begin after school on Monday, March 13th (weather permitting). Pick-up will be at 4:30. Please complete the form on Schoology, FMS GLAX, to sign up.


FMS GIRLS LACROSSE SCHOOLOGY FORM


Please ensure your PIAA physical is uploaded to Family ID by 3/6/23.


See or email Mrs. DeLeo (KDeLeo@wcasd.net/Room 302) with any questions.

Drama Club Members

Attention Drama Club members: Here’s our rehearsal schedule for the week of March 13:


TECH WEEK BEGINS!

Monday 3/13: ALL CAST AND ALL CREWS(not ART) UNTIL 5:15PM

Tuesday 3/14: ALL CAST and Costume, Stage, Sound and Light Crews until 5:15 PM

Wednesday 3/15: ALL CAST and Costume, Stage, Sound and Light Crew until 5:15 PM

Thursday 3/16: ALL CAST and ALL CREWS (not ART) until 5:15 PM

Friday 3/17: Community Show - ALL CAST AND CREW REPORT TO AUDITORIUM AFTER HOMEROOM CHECK IN!


MARCH CALENDAR


The Fugett Drama Club is looking for donations of props to borrow or donate—please consider looking at this list and signing up for a slot if you are willing to help us out!


SIGN-UP GENIUS

Hello from the Fugett PTO!

Greetings from the Fugett PTO!


This Wednesday, March 15th is our Honeygrow Exton Dining Out Fundraiser! This fundraiser includes on-line, delivery, and dine-in orders made during breakfast, lunch and dinner between 10:30am-9:00pm. Take a day off of packing your lunch or cooking dinner and help us raise funds for the PTO. Honeygrow will donate 20% of our Fugett orders. If you are using the app or website, enter GIVE130 in the coupon code. If in person, simply mention the Fugett PTO while paying!


HONEYGROW EXTON


We have a few committee openings and a few new committees we are looking for volunteers for. Please read below for more info. If you are interested in any of these committees, or have any questions, please email us at fugettpto@gmail.com.


Beautification Committee (Available Now): We are looking for volunteers to lead and join our newly created beautification committee. This committee will be responsible for maintaining the front planters, the courtyard garden box, and a bulletin board in the cafeteria.


Philanthropy Committee (23-24 School year): This chair works closely with the school social worker to determine the needs of the school population and determines how the PTO can best support those needs. Also coordinates donation drives throughout the year.


Adult Social Committee (23-24 School year): We are looking for volunteers to lead and join our newly created Adult Social Committee for next school year. This committee will be responsible for planning a casual 6th grade parents meet up at the beginning of the school year, and a school wide parents meet up in the Winter or Spring.


Our next Dining Night Out will be March 15th at Honeygrow Exton!


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.

WC Nation Basketball

West Chester Area School District Basketball Program (WC Nation) is hosting its second annual Spring Showcase. For the first time in WCASD history, all three high school teams have qualified for State Playoff action starting this month!


Please use the link below to register:


WC NATION BASKETBALL

Family Engagement Session - March 23, 2023

Come together for an evening of learning and discussion around building community within the West Chester Area School District. We will explore how social awareness and relationship skills are foundational to a safe and supportive community for all.


FAMILY ENGAGEMENT - SPANISH


FAMILY ENGAGEMENT - ENGLISH

Upcoming Events from West Chester Communities that Care

West Chester Communities That Care is excited to let area families know of the exciting opportunities coming up in March.


On Saturdays in March, we are hosting a four-week THRIVE Project where teens in grades 7-12 will work alongside area design, marketing and communications professionals to craft a youth-driven professionally designed campaign to address underage alcohol use. Culture shaping products including posters for school hallways and a social media campaign are expected outcomes, along with real world skill development in youth and increased awareness of facts and myths surrounding alcohol use.


THRIVE REGISTRATION


March 16th at 6:30pm, in conjunction with WCASD, West Chester Communities that Care will host a Parent Speaker Series event called Talk Now. Know How. Register using the link below.


TALK NOW. KNOW HOW REGISTRATION

Hershey Park Tickets

If you plan to go to Hershey Park this summer, make sure you get your tickets at a discounted rate from The Fugett Middle School Student Council!


HERSHEY PARK TICKET ORDER FORM

American Helicopter Museum Summer Programs

The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center is proud to offer two unique summer experiences. Please see the flyer to learn more!


AMERICAN HELICOPTER MUSEUM

Easy Ways to Support the PTO

Box Tops for Education

Download the Box Tops app, register for Fugett Middle School, and simply take a pic of your grocery receipt on the app. The app detects ALL eligible BOX TOPS and gives our school the credit. No more cutting out Box Tops! SO easy!