Happy Friday, Lil Steamer Families!
March 24, 2023
From the desk of: Principal Hoese
Lil Steamer Families --
As the final week before spring break comes to an end, it does not do so with being eventful.
On a very serious note, our schools went into lockdown on Tuesday regarding a reported incident that occurred in Clinton, IA. While there was no direct threat to our district, the ripples of that event are felt by students, staff, and families alike. It is not easy on anyone.
These events continue to be ever present in our world and have me regularly checking our safety protocols and looking for ways to improve them. We will continue to do everything in our power to keep our schools safe.
On a lighter note, we had a House Day today! The buzz among the students in anticipation of these continues to grow each time. We started the day off with Dan Kirk (The Juggler with the Yellow Shoes) who put on an AMAZING show! All of our Lil Steamers (and staff!) were fully engaged and fascinated with his performance. Our Kindergartners were his biggest supporters and our 5th grade were captivated by the science demonstrations. And, our staff appreciated the humor.
Later in the day, our River House attended an off-campus field trip to the Sawmill Museum for earning the most positive behavior points during the third quarter. Our other Houses (Anchor, Bridge, & Wheel) earned an extra recess, a STEM activity project, and a small assembly involving hissing cockroaches!
It is amazing to see the ebbs and flows of school within a one week span. I'm not sure our spring break could have happened at a better time, but I am grateful after this week for our students and staff to be able to disconnect and recharge.
I will also note that the emotional highs and low of the week can be rather draining, so if you haven't thanked an educator lately, this is your friendly reminder that those words will come at a perfect time.
Have a great spring break,
JAGH
P.S. If you're interested in Dan Kirk performing for an event, you can contact him at www.dankirk.com
From the desk of: School Counselor Mrs. Meumann
Here are some ideas for family fun during spring break:
Family movie night
Decorate driveway with chalk
Go to the park
Blow bubbles
Read together
Family game night
Bake something special together
Put puzzles together
Go for a bike ride
Craft
HOUSE DAY!
Morning Announcements Guest Appearances!
Student Dismissals!
Rocco Time!
Number scrolls in 1D!
Jack made it to the 1000 club!
Barrett made it to the 500 club!
Austin made it to the 500 club!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Parents of students that will be entering 4th grade through 12th grade in the Fall of 2023:
Summer Enrichment Classes will be held at RBMS during the week of June 5 - 9. Description of the classes will be released next week. Students will be able to begin registering for classes on April 6. Registration will need to be completed by April 14.
One day Summer Field trips will once again be offered during June and July! Several trips are currently being planned. The dates and descriptions of the trips will be released on Wednesday, April 12. Parents will be able to begin registering for trips on Monday, April 17. Trip assignments are based on a first come first serve basis. Each trip will cost $25 unless otherwise specified.
3rd Grade AR Party... Party with my PEEPS!
Music In Our Schools Month
Round Up at Krumpets to Help PTO!
Lunch and Breakfast Menus
Upcoming Important Dates
Spring Break Starts
Monday, Mar 27, 2023, 08:00 AM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
Spring Break Ends
Sunday, Apr 2, 2023, 11:45 PM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
School Resumes
Monday, Apr 3, 2023, 08:00 AM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
No School - Good Friday
Friday, Apr 7, 2023, 08:00 AM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
School in Session (Easter Monday / Makeup Snow Day)
Monday, Apr 10, 2023, 08:00 AM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
Fulton Elementary School
Email: jhoese@riverbendschools.net
Website: riverbendschools.org/fes
Location: 1301 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
Phone: (815)589-2911
Twitter: @FultonSteamers