#WeAreFenton
March 2018
Phase 2 of the 2014 Bond
Dear Fenton Area Public Schools Community,
We will embark on the Phase 2 purchasing of bonds and roll out the implementation plan for technology, security and transportation beginning in June. I want to thank our community for approving this bond in 2014. It is imperative to know this is not a new bond. This is Phase 2 (of 3 Phases) of the 2014 bond. In Phase 1 (2014) we purchased new desktop computers to replace old, out of date, computers for all of our teaching staff. All of our instructional computer labs were updated for student use. We also purchased Chromebook and laptop carts for our students.
In 2014, we updated security by adding dozens of new security cameras in each building, in addition to modernizing the recording and monitoring system that supports these cameras. Our elementary buildings, which previously did not have camera systems, all have benefited from these upgrades. Additionally, secured buzzer entrance systems, electronic locks, and mandatory ID badging for door access, have all been implemented district-wide.
We also purchased eight buses and updated classroom furniture. In Phase 2, we will be purchasing more buses to keep our fleet up to date and safe, more classroom furniture to offer quality learning spaces, and technology that will push us further into the 21st century. The FAPS administration, including the Executive Director of Personnel and Finance, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of Operations, Director of Innovation and Technology, and the Building Principals, have met and will continue to meet in order to prioritize the items within the bond description. FAPS teachers have piloted instructional technology devices and have been surveyed to gain critical feedback. School safety continues to be a priority and will be addressed in Phase 2.
Here are examples of what we are currently researching and piloting, as possible bond purchases from Phase 2 funds:
ViewSonic 75 inch Smart Displays for classroom use, which would replace our current, 12 year old, ceiling-mounted projectors
Touch-screen Chromebooks capable of running Android apps
Buses
360 degree security cameras that increase coverage at a lower cost
Emerging classroom technologies, such as mobile control of classroom displays and the ability to capture and share whiteboard notes
Again, this is Phase 2 of the 2014 bond. On behalf of the Board of Education and the FAPS school community, thank you! More information will be shared as we roll out the implementation plan and begin to prepare for the 2018-19 school year!
Sincerely,
Dr. Adam Hartley
Reminder of the Changes in 2018-19
Board Packet for March 5, 2018 and Board Workshop on March 19, 2018
March 5, 2018 Regular Board Meeting
Administrative Report
- Adequacy of School Finance ( fundmischools.org) - Mr. Lynn Hopper
- Online Registration - Chris Hay
Action Items:
- Resolution to approve 2017-18 March General Fund Budget Amendment - Dr. Doug Busch
- Resolution to Approve 2014 Phase Two Bond Sale - Dr. Doug Busch
- Resolution Authorizing The Issuance of Bonds and Other Matters /Application for Final Qualification of Bonds - Dr. Doug Busch
Superintendent’s Report
- FHS Art Students Recognized
- School Safety Update
- Disability Awareness Workshop March 13th-14th (Dr. Courtney Szucs)
- Recognition of Chief Slater and Fenton Police Department
March 19, 2018 Board Workshop
Strategic Planning
Review Goal Areas/Statements
Identify action items
School Safety Update
ALICE online training
School Resource Officer update/discussion for 18-19
Review of Superintendent Goals
Evaluation Timeline
FAPS Organizational Chart
Executive Directors Contracts
Department Heads
Evaluations
Board/Superintendent Relationships
MASB Board Responsibilities
School Safety Updates
- We continue to implement the ALICE training plan established this fall.
- ALICE training will take place at AGS Middle School with the AGS staff on April 11th and 12th.
- FAPS will become an ALICE certified district. ALL staff will be completing the online ALICE training module by the 2018-19 school year, including support staff, kitchen staff, and coaches.
- Prosecutor David Leyton will present to FHS students on March 28th. Prosecutor Leyton will be discussing threats, consequences of making a threat and other items pertaining to students in regards to school safety.
- The Fenton Education Foundation, in partnership with FAPS, will kick off The Safety Campaign in April. This campaign is designed for the school community, including parents, community members and business owners to help keep FAPS students and staff as a safe as possible.
- The Safety Campaign will help place Nightlock Lockdown Devices in every classroom at the Ellen Street Campus, AGS Middle School and Fenton High School. Our three elementary buildings have these devices, thanks to the generous efforts of the PTO's a few years ago. Look for the The Safety Campaign kicking off in the April Edition of #WeAreFenton
- A team of FAPS administrators and an officer of the Fenton Police Department will attend the Great Lakes Homeland Security Training Conference in May.
Strategic Planning Community Work Sessions
You are invited to participate in one of our Strategic Planning Community Work Sessions and help us develop the Fenton Area Public Schools Strategic Plan.
Each 90 minute session will include:
- Introduction of the DRAFT Goal Areas/Statements and how they were developed
- Individual work time to identify action items for each DRAFT Goal Areas/Statements
- Group work time to compare and contrast individual action items and prioritizing action items to be considered for objectives and strategies to meet/exceed our goals
- Next steps
Community Work Sessions will take place at the FAPS Board Office (3100 Owen Rd.)
- Monday, April 16, 2018 7:00-8:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 17, 2018 4:30-6:00 p.m.
- Friday, April 20, 2018 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Please click on the link below to Register
Fenton Track: Closed During School Hours
Fenton Education Foundation Events
by providing funding to continue to support programs at the highest levels.
Come support the FEF and FAPS by attending the events.
Who's Our Tiger?
Each month we will highlight our FAPS team members.
Who's Our Tiger?
Sally Engel: Special Education Teacher at AGS
Years with FAPS: 9 years.
Pets: 1 dog, 2 cats, 3 ducks and 2 goats
Favorite book: The Kite Runner for its insight and empathy.
Favorite quote: “ And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.” -Nietzsche
Family: I live with my wonderful hubby Dale. We have 3 girls, Becca-who is majoring in bio-neuroscience at Grand Valley; Whitney is an education major at EMU; and Megan, a freshman at Hartland High School.
Other Facts: Our household can get rather crazy and busy in early Spring as we raise animals for the Livingston County Fair. We will soon have calves and pigs to add to our entourage. In between that, we enjoy boating and camping. I hibernate in the winter…. :)
Margaret Pawlosky: Special Education Teacher at State Road
Years with FAPS: 6 years
Pet: Cat named Murphy
Favorite quote: “I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.” Confucius
Family: I have been married for 10 years to my husband Eric and I have two daughters, Ava who is 8 years old in 3rd grade and Claire who is 5 years old in Kindergarten. We currently live in Lake Orion, MI.
Other Facts: I have a B.A. from Saginaw Valley State University in Elementary Education with an Early Childhood Endorsement. I also have my Masters of Special Education with an Autism Endorsement from Oakland University. I love spending time outdoors with my girls, golfing, and going to any Detroit sporting event.Brad Jones: FHS History Teacher & Girls and Boys Varsity Swim Coach
Years with FAPS: 18
Pets: 2 dogs (Boxer and a Pug)
Favorite book: Lasting Lessons - Bo Schembechler
Favorite quote:
“Today I will do what others won't so tomorrow I can do what others can't.”
Family: My wonderful wife, Dana, daughters Hannah (10) and Sophia (8) - students at State Road Elementary
Spring Break: March 30th-April 6th
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