The Fugett Flash
April 19th, 2022
From the Desk of Principal Fears
Please review the information below to keep updated on everything that is happening at Fugett, including important information about PSSAs which begin on April 26th.
Have a great week!
Principal Fears
Electronic Devices for PSSAs and Keystones
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
Consequences for using and/or having a cell phone or other electronic device during test administration include:
- a Do Not Score Label will be placed on the student’s answer booklet and the student must retake the assessment during the same administration testing window in order to receive a score.
- the phone or electronic device will be confiscated and in the presence of the parent or guardian, the cell phone or other electronic device will be viewed to ensure that no information or material regarding the assessment is present.
- the student will be disciplined according to the WCASD Discipline & Records Policy.
- the parents and students may be responsible for the cost of replacing compromised items.
Please review the policies as laid out by the Pennsylvania Department of Education:
ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY - ENGLISH
PSSA and Keystone Information
PSSA Assessments – April 26 through May 6, 2022
The PSSAs are rapidly approaching. Students in all grades will take the English Language Arts and Math PSSA. Eighth grade students will also take the Science PSSA.
PSSA Schedule:
English/Language Arts: April 26, 27, and 28
Math: May 3 and 4
Science (8th Grade Only): May 5 and 6
In preparation for these assessments, we would like to share some information with you that we believe will strengthen the opportunity for student success.
1. Calculators are permitted on the Math (when applicable) and Science PSSAs. We encourage you to bring in your calculator (beginning as soon as you would like) so that you become comfortable using it to solve problems.
2. Please bring two #2 pencils and a yellow highlighter.
3. Students are not permitted to have cell phones or any other electronic devices including smart watches or Fitbits in the testing sessions.
ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY SPANISH VERSION
Algebra Keystone Exams – May 16 and 18
Students currently enrolled in Algebra will take the Algebra Keystone Exam on May 16th and 18th.
1. Please plan any medical or outside of school appointments with this testing schedule in mind.
2. Students are not permitted to have cell phones or any other electronic devices including smart watches or Fitbits in the testing sessions.
Hello from the Fugett PTO!
We are still in need of a few people to chair the Fright Night Committee! It seems like a large task, but if a number of people do it, it makes it easier. NO CHAIR, NO EVENT! Here is the committee description below:
Fright Night: This could be a two-person chair. (Many hands make light work!) The chair(s) of this committee oversee the event of Fright Night held in October. This is a well-oiled machine which has specific notes and instructions for it. The commitment is for September and October. It is mostly emails for planning and then in person for the week of the event.
If you are interested in this committee or just want more information, please email the PTO at FugettPTO@gmail.com!
COUGAR FOR A CAUSE
Please consider placing a donation for the Food Cupboard in the blue bin marked “Food Cupboard”, found in the main entrance vestibule. You are welcome to send them in with your child and have them place the items in the blue bin.
Items most needed are canned fruits and vegetables, peanut butter, jelly, canned meats, pasta, rice and beans and any toiletries. Any items that you can spare are always gratefully accepted. We continue this much needed service throughout the year. Thanks for your support!
FUGETT ONLINE DIRECTORY
Don’t forget to sign up for our Online Directory and donate to the PTO. You can now use check, PayPal AND Venmo to donate!!
VOLUNTEERING
SCHOOL STORE VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP LINK
Questions? Concerns? Comments? Contact us any time at FugettPTO@gmail.com.
Fugett Athletics
Week of April 18th, 2022
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - JV BASEBALL Away @ North Brandywine MS
3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY BASEBALL Home vs. North Brandywine MS
3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Home vs. Chichester MS
3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY SOFTBALL Home vs. North Brandywine MS
Wednesday, April 20, 2022
3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Home vs. Downingtown Middle
3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Away @ Downingtown Middle
3:15 PM MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY TRACK AND FIELD Home vs. Patton & Penns Grove MS
Thursday, April 21, 2022
3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - JV BASEBALL Away @ Great Valley MS
3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY BASEBALL Home vs. Great Valley MS
3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Away @ Kennett MS
3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - JV SOFTBALL Away @ Great Valley MS
3:15 PM GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY SOFTBALL Home vs. Great Valley MS
Friday, April 22, 2022
3:15 PM BOYS MIDDLE SCHOOL - VARSITY LACROSSE Home vs. Kennett MS
6th grade Volleyball intramurals will begin on Tuesday, April 19th. Practice will be after school in the gym until 4:30 pm. Please complete the form below to sign up. See Mrs. Abbott in room 110 or email sabbott@wcasd.net with any questions!
Parents and students should make sure they are signed up to the Fugett Sports Remind. All important changes or cancellations will be posted in Remind. Use the link below for instructions:
2022 Chester County All-Star Football Skills Camp
The Fugett Lowdown (Issue #6)
Junior 76ers Camps in Exton!
We’re excited to bring Jr. 76ers Camps to the Exton area this summer. We will be at Church Farm School August 15-19.
Supervised by experienced basketball coaches from the Jr. 76ers Camps coaching staff, each week of camp is designed to build a strong foundation for the game. Players learn skill development in shooting, ball handling, passing and movement in a fun and positive learning environment.
The program is for girls and boys, ages 6-14, and runs daily from 9am-4pm. We would love to have your students join us at camp this summer.
Mix of Stix - Lacrosse and Field Hockey Camps
WC East Cheer and Mascot Try-outs
8th Grade Dance - May 20th, 2022
We are excited to share that the 8th Grade Dance will take place on May 20th! We would love to have your support and partnership in making this a memorable evening for all.
Please consider signing up to support and participate in our 8th Grade Dance. Contact Malina Bowen at mbowen@wcasd.net with questions.
Hershey Park Group Tickets
Fugett Middle School Yearbooks
Visit Jostens.com and type in "Fugett Middle School" to order today for $35 plus tax.
Summer Camp Information
See the flyer for important details:
STEM Innovation Summer Academies
Family Recovery Course
The Family Recovery Course is a series of interactive educational trainings for parents or caregivers whose child, at any stage of life, has struggled with addiction to drugs or alcohol.
Easy Ways to Support the PTO
Box Tops for Education
Amazon Smiles
Use any existing Amazon account (even Prime!) but start your shopping through Amazon Smile.
Simply sign in, choose “Fugett Middle School PTO” as the organization to support. (You will only have to do this the first time.) We receive 0.5% of all eligible purchases. Make sure to sign in with smile.amazon.com each time!
J. R. Fugett Middle School
Email: info@wcasd.net
Website: www.wcasd.net
Location: 500 Ellis Lane, West Chester, PA, USA
Phone: (484) 266-2900