The Bobcat Bulletin
18/January/2022 - News!
Greetings from the Principal
Dear FMS Families,
This winter has proved challenging for us all. Between continuing to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic and all of its related stressors; and then add to the equation cold weather, limited daylight, and more, our students, staff and families are stretched to capacity.
With all of that said, our students walk in the door each morning with smiles and excitement. They show up ready to learn and grow. They are happy to see friends and teachers. They are working and playing hard when they are here and many are sad to leave at the end of the day.
We have an incredible staff. Staff members go above and beyond each day to make sure that our students are happy, challenged and supported. They change roles frequently to ensure safety and continuity. They pick up extra jobs to help students and assist their colleagues. They pitch in to help our community every single day.
I just wanted to share that despite the challenges of this moment, we are growing a wonderful community. And I want to thank you, our parents and guardians, for that!
Sincerely,
Sara Jablonski
Important dates
Let's bring some warmth to FMS and dress for the tropics!
Friday, 1/28/22: Progress Reports sent home
Friday, 1/28/22: Fun Run T-Shirt Day
Wear any fun run shirt!
Friday, 2/18/22: Comfy Cozy Day
Monday, 2/21/22 - Tuesday, 3/1/22: Late Winter Break
Progress Reports / Report Cards
Please see this message from Jackie Tolman regarding Progress Reports:
Dear EWSD Families of Students in Grades K-5,
As you are all aware, the COVID-19 pandemic has placed an enormous strain on our learning community. I want to thank you for your partnership and understanding as we have all done our best to navigate these unprecedented times.
We have had to respond to the COVID surge in our buildings with understanding and flexibility.
In response to the COVID stressors, we are going to be extending the progress report window by one week for our K-5 schools (K-4 at Westford).
This means that instead of student progress reports being sent out on January 21, they will now be sent out to you on January 28.
Please reach out directly to me or to your building principal if you have any questions about this.
Thank you, and please take good care.
Jackie Ramsay-Tolman
Director of Learning and Instructional Impact
Essex Westford School District
One-Day Bus Cancellations through 4/1
Tuesday 1/18 ROUTES - 3 & 9 will not operate
Wednesday 1/19 ROUTE - 12 will not operate
Thursday 1/20 ROUTE - 87 will not operate
Friday 1/21 ROUTE - VILLAGE GREEN/BLUE will not operate
Click here for the list of Bus Cancellations through April 1.
Kindness Snowflakes
Schoolwide Identity Trees
Lunch and Recess Updates
Door Decorating Contest
The school will vote on Thursday, January 20th, and winners will be announced on Friday, January 21st. Ask your child about their classroom door project!
Founders Memorial School
Email: kkedzierski@ewsd.org
Website: www.ewsd.org/fms
Location: 33 Founders Road, Essex Junction, VT, USA
Phone: 802-879-6326
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Founders-Memorial-School-1509308329359547
Twitter: @srjablonski