April 20, 2018
VEX Robotics Heading to World Championship!
As you may be aware, our VEX Robotics team is headed to the World Championship next week! We wish them the BEST of luck as they compete against teams from around the world! We know they are going to make us proud!
Walk-a-Thon Next Week!
Gifted Student of the Year!
Scholarship Recipient!
We are excited to announce that one of our Five Forks band students is a recipient of the Tara Winds Scholarship.The Tara Winds Scholarship Foundation is an extension of the Tara Winds (adult community band) that raises money to provide scholarships to musically talented students.This year, there were only 3 middle school students selected to receive a $500 scholarship. Congratulations to Raymond Liu, 7th Grade Alto Saxophonist, for receiving one of this year’s awards! Way to go, Raymond!
Dress Code Reminders...
Testing Reminders!
Milestones (End of Grade) testing will continue on Monday, April 23rd for 8th Grade only. In addition, 8th Grade will soon begin EOCs (End of Course) testing for their high school level classes. The same reminders apply:
1) Get a good night's sleep the night before
2) Eat a healthy breakfast
3) Arrive to school on time
4) Schedule any doctor/dentist appointments after testing is completed
5) Encourage your child to do his/her best
We appreciate your support and want all of our students to show what they know!
Cafeteria News!
Clinic News!
Rising 9th Grade News!
All current 8th grade parents are highly encouraged to check the front page of our website frequently for information relating to Rising Freshman information. It currently includes information on 9th Grade Football, 9th Grade Softball Tryouts, and a Parents Tour. Refer to the "Important Events" sheet below for current dates and descriptions.
In addition, the curriculum office at BHS encourages all Rising 9th Grade parents to sign up now for Brookwood's weekly "Saddle Up" newsletter to get a feel for all of the events and activities available to students and families. Also, here's the link for the Rising 9th Grade video. This information will help students and parents learn about all the offerings at BHS before the students actually begin high school, so they'll be better equipped to make decisions about curriculum and activities.
We are Smoke-Free!
Car Rider Information - Very Important!
For those of you who drop your students off, or pick them up at Five Forks, I ask that you please use the dedicated car rider lane. I have received reports from neighborhoods surrounding us that many of you are parking in their neighborhoods in the afternoon. This clogs their neighborhood streets and poses a safety issue for them. Years ago, the neighborhood directly across the street took their concerns to the county and had them put in signs discouraging the use of their neighborhood as a waiting area for picking up students.
At this time, I have let them know that I will reach out to our community and respectfully request that our parents use the car rider lanes. We want Five Forks to be a "good neighbor" in the community, and this would truly help us be seen favorably.
If the parking in the neighborhood does continue, please know that the next action that they may take is calling the police and having them come out to speak with individuals.
I really appreciate your support in this matter. Help us be a good neighbor to those around us!
Christine Douthart, Principal
Local Events!
Parent Portal!
Is your correct address showing in the Parent Portal? If not, please provide the school with a current contract or lease and a current utility bill so that your student's record can be updated. Important school information is mailed home frequently (along with emails sent and phone calls made), and we strive to have current and updated information on all students. You are able to update some data directly through the Portal, or feel free to call or email Sandy Havill at 770-736-4526 or sandy_havill@gwinnett.k12.ga.us. We appreciate your assistance with keeping our records and information accurate for all students.
Important!
Please remember that students should NOT be dropped off prior to 8:15 am on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday mornings. The gym is not open for study hall, and we do not have staff to monitor students during this time.
The ONLY days that drop off is permitted at 8:00 am is on our two help session days, Wednesday and Thursday.
Again, please do not let your child out of your car prior to 8:15 am on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday.
We appreciate your support.
Count Me In Award!
Each week we highlight the contributions of a deserving FFMS staff member as selected and written by another staff member. Click here for a list of winners with this week's featured at the top.
Help Session Days!
Click here for important information on our morning help session days.
Car Rider Information!
Dates To Remember!
4/20 - Band Rockathon Fundraiser, 4:30 - 10:00 pm
4/23 - Milestones Testing - Social Studies (8th Grade Only)
4/27 - Post-Milestones Walkathon, During Connections
4/28 - Saturday Opportunity School, 9:00 - 11:00 am
4/28 - Amanda Riley Foundation Carnival/5k/Fun Run, BHS, 8:00am-3:00pm
Five Forks Middle School
Email: five_forks_middle@gwinnett.k12.ga.us
Website: fiveforksmiddleschool.org
Location: 3250 River Drive Southwest, Lawrenceville, GA, United States
Phone: 770-972-1506
Facebook: www.facebook.com/BuckyConnects
Twitter: @BuckyConnects