April 27, 2018
Yearbook Update!
If you missed the online yearbook order deadline, don't panic! We have a limited number of yearbooks available and will begin selling them on a first come, first served basis. A yearbook will be reserved for your child when he/she brings $35.00 (preferably cash) to the main office beginning Tuesday, May 1st. Yearbooks will be distributed on each grade level's Bronco Day.
If you don't remember if you've already purchased one for your child, each homeroom teacher will have a list of students who've already purchased one posted in his/her classroom. Please email Cindy Bloodworth if you have any questions.
Artwork Gift!
Alumni Visitor!
Former FFMS Broncos continue to make us proud. Today, we received a visit from one of our former students, Robert Cooper. Robert is an exceptional student who is headed to Florida State University on a football scholarship and will be studying Finance. He has to report in June! We love it when our students come back and share with us how they are doing and how much Five Forks meant to them! Mrs. Douthart will never forget the day he leaned on the water fountain in the 6th grade hallway and knocked it off the wall! It sort of explains the work he'll be doing on the football field! Robert, we can't wait to see how far you'll go...and we'll be sure to tune in for some FSU football in the fall!
Cafeteria News!
BHS Ultimate Frisbee!
PTSA News!
Our PTSA General Meeting will take place on May 8th at the start of the grade level Band Spring Concerts. You will hear from our current PTA nominating committee members about those who may serve our school next year. We hope you'll join us for the meeting and a wonderful evening of music!
Clinic News!
ALL medications (even over-the-counter) that are stored in the clinic for your child's use MUST be picked up by the last day of school, May 23rd. Five Forks is not allowed to store any medications over the summer and they must be discarded if they are not picked up by a parent or guardian.
Attention Rising 7th Grade Parents! Please click here for information on the State-required immunizations for the 2018 - 2019 school year. Please note that all rising 7th grade students must have an updated immunization form on file at Five Forks prior to beginning 7th grade. We appreciate your cooperation and support!
Dress Code Reminders!
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!
4/28 - Saturday Opportunity School, 9:00 - 11:00 am
4/28 - Amanda Riley Foundation Carnival/5k/Fun Run, BHS, 8:00am-3:00pm
4/30 - No Cafeteria Charges After This Date
5/1 - Yearbooks on Sale in the Main Office
5/5 - Saturday Opportunity School, 9:00 - 11:00 am
5/6 - Ultimate Frisbee Clinic at BHS Stadium, 4:00 pm
5/8 - PTSA General Meeting (see article above)
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