FBMS Weekly Leadership Message
September 20, 2019
FBMS OPEN HOUSE
IMPORTANT: Have you completed your child's emergency forms?
We appreciate your prompt attention to this important matter in the interest of the safety and security of our students.
Instructions for completing the information update workflows can be found here: https://bit.ly/2NGfedW
THE COLOR GREEN
START WITH HELLO WEEK
This coming Monday, September 23rd, FBMS will kick off "Start with Hello Week." This program was designed to bring attention to the growing epidemic of social isolation in our schools & communities, and empower our students and faculty to create a culture of inclusion and connection. Join us in making a difference in a fun and impactful way by participating in the following:
Monday - “Just say Hello” All students and faculty will wear name tags during the school day. Name tags will be given out during homeroom. Say “hello” by addressing others by name.
Tuesday - “Technology & Social Media free” Faculty and students are challenged to give up social media for the day. Limit technology infused lessons where possible
Wednesday - “Favorite t-shirt day” Wear your favorite t-shirt and learn more about others by asking about their t-shirt choice. Determine common interest’s faculty might have with students or students with faculty.
Thursday - “Gratitude Day” In homeroom, all students and faculty will be encouraged to sign gratitude posters. All posters will be displayed in a main hallway.
Friday - “MPSD spirit day” Students and faculty are encouraged to wear Marshfield colors (green and white). Wear your Marshfield gear!
WE ARE...Stronger Together! #KINDNESS
BOW TIE TUESDAY
ATTENDANCE MATTERS
- Students should be arriving to school by 7:40am to have time to get to their locker and get into their homeroom seat by 7:50am.
- 5 Tardies will result in a detention
Students are more likely to succeed in academics if they attend school consistently. Get a good nights sleep, eat a healthy breakfast and be ready to conquer your day!
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE RECYCLED BOOK EVENT
The first Book Trailer Club meeting will be on Sept. 24th after school.
BREAKFAST & LUNCH AT FBMS
Breakfast is now served at FBMS. The cost is $2. Offered is chocolate milk, juice, pop tarts, muffins & donuts.
- All you have to do is register if you haven't already done so
- Add a student and pick your child's school and birth date.
FBMS CLINIC NEWS
Welcome back to school from the FBMS Nurses!
Medication drop off:
We are still accepting Epi pens and medications in the health office.
When bringing in the medication, please be sure to have an MD order, parent consent
(The permission form can be found at https://www.mpsd.org/ under parents and students drop down the health services) and the medication (please be sure the medication has not expired).
Reminders:
ANNUAL PHYSICALS: Students in Grade 7 are required to submit an updated physical with proof of immunizations for their health record at the beginning of the school year. ABSENT NOTES/INJURY NOTES: please provide written documentation for any important issues such as attendance, absences due to illness, injury, medical appointments, travel plans that result in missing school. MD notes are required for out of PE and for return to PE. MD notes are required for concussion protocol.
ABSENCES: Safe-to-School Program implemented so that all children are known to be safe and accounted for. When your child is absent please notify the front office by phone 781-834-5020. If your child is absent we request a written note upon the child’s return to school.
· CONTAGIOUS ILLNESSES such as fevers, flu, strep throat, your child must stay home from school and be seen by a Doctor. A note of medical clearance that your child is free from contagion must accompany upon return to school. Please observe the 24-hour policy of being fever/symptom free prior to return to school.
· MINOR ILLNESSES such as stomach ache, GI illnesses or head colds that result in absence just require a written note from parent/guardian upon return to school. Please note that only a Doctor’s note excuses an absence.
INJURIES: please notify the school of an injury, major or minor, and provided written documentation, from a Doctor, if gym needs to be restricted. If the injury is MAJOR (stitches/fractures/concussion) and your child has been seen by a MD, please provide the medical note to school upon returning to class. An additional note of medical clearance must be presented for students to return to gym following injury.
ANNUAL SCREENINGS: the following mandated health screenings are done annually in the health office:
· Vision/ Hearing 7th grade Fall/Winter
· BMI 7th grade Fall/Winter
· Postural 6th,7th& 8th grades Fall/Winter
We look forward to assisting families and students in achieving optimal health and wellness during the academic school year, please feel free to contact us any time with concerns or questions.
EEE - mosquito borne illness
As many of you are aware, there has been an increased risk of EEE with actual cases documented in Massachusetts. Go to the attached link for more information and precautions that need to be taken.https://www.mass.gov/doc/eee-factsheet-english-0/download
Maura Carroll,RN & Karen Mellen, RN
UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER
9/23- Spectrum Club Meeting 2:20pm
9/24- Book Trailer Club Meeting 2:20pm
9/25- PTO Meeting
9/25- Girl Up Club Meeting 2:20pm
9/26- Early Release 11:55am
COMMUNITY EVENTS
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF MARSHFIELD
The Harlem Wizards put on a fabulous show of amazing basketball tricks and humor.
On Wednesday October 16th @ 7pm at the MHS Gym
The Harlem Wizards will take on
the Marshfield Rams
(team made up of teachers, administrators @ community leaders)
Tickets on sale now!
Very limited court side and reserved seating available so order ASAP!
CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO PURCHASE TICKETS. YOU CAN CHOOSE TO ATTRIBUTE YOUR TICKET PURCHASE TO BENEFIT YOUR SCHOOLS PTO
Volunteer Opportunities @ BGCM
The Boys & Girls Club of Marshfield belongs to our community. It takes thousands of volunteer hours to deliver the programs, mentoring, tutoring, and services to all of our children. Take a look at these opportunities and sign up today!
Give a little and you will get back more than you would ever imagine.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0b4eaca922a1fb6-volunteer1
The South Shore Turkey Trot
Thanksgiving Morning
7:30am Thursday, November 28th
South River School, Marshfield
Click on the link below for more information
FBMS Leadership Team
Email: mkemmett@mpsd.org
Website: https://www.mpsd.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=9
Location: 500 Furnace Street, Marshfield, MA, USA
Phone: 781 834-5020
Facebook: www.facebook.com/furnacebrookms/
Twitter: @FBMSPPAL