The Buffalo Bulletin
April 28, 2024
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Happy Sunday!
3 STAAR test down, and 1 to go! The 6th-8th grade math STAAR test on Tuesday April 30th.
Let's get after it and do our best!
Buffs Be The Best They Can Be!
Upcoming Campus Events
April Events
April 30th- STAAR MATH and Algebra 1 (6th-8th grade)
May Events
May 2nd- Bilingual Family Night 5:30-7:30pm (FHS Cafe)
May 2nd-10th- MAP Testing window (ELA, Math)
May 6th-10th- Teacher Appreciation Week
May 7th- FMS Spring Band Concert 6-7:30pm (FMS Gym)
May 8th- National School Nurse Day
May 8th- NJHS Induction Ceremony 6-7:30pm (FMS Gym)
May 21st- 8th Grade Graduation 6-7:30pm (FMS Gym)
May 21st- 6th Grade Awards Ceremony (2:05pm-2:54pm)
May 22nd- 7th Grade Awards Ceremony (2:05pm-2:54pm)
FMS 8th Grade Graduation
Herd Highlights
Last week the FFA Plant ID team traveled to Lubbock to compete against students from across the state! Kynslee Cody, Cheyenne Elmore and Sofie Ginsburg represented Florence well! They brought home a district championship and 2nd place in Area XII! Congratulations!
1 STAAR Date Left...How do I support my student on STAAR Testing Days?
1. Be on time to school.
2. Make sure your student attends the entire school day.
3. Make sure your student eats a healthy breakfast.
4. Send your student with a water bottle and non-distracting, healthy snacks during testing.
5. Be sure your student gets plenty of sleep the night before and the days preceding the test.
6. Be sure your student brings their charged Chromebook and charger to school.
7. Encourage your student to DO THEIR BEST!
FMS Attendance Goal is 95%
The week of 4/9-4/12, our attendance rate was 91.24%
6th grade- 90.54%
7th grade- 91.33%
8th grade- 91.99%
Our year-to-date campus attendance rate is 93.46% (8/16-4/16).
6th grade- 92.84%
7th grade- 93.42%
8th grade- 94.1%
All attendance notes can be turned into the front office or to Ms. Briggs at sbriggs@florenceisd.net.
Please notify the school of the dates that your will be out participating in a stock show event.
Athletics Announcements
FMS 2024 Football Schedule
Bilingual Family Night
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Children’s Mental Health Week.
On Thursday, May 9th, FMS students will have the opportunity to participate in the "Be Seen in Green" challenge by wearing the color green. It's a powerful movement to promote mental health awareness. See the link below for more information!
6th/7th Graders Living Well Aware Instruction
Parents of 6th and 7th graders, an email was sent on Thursday to notify parents of the Living Well Aware Instruction and included the Opt-In form. The letter is also attached below along with the link to the Opt-In Form.
PEC Teacher Spotlight Nomination
Teacher Spotlight--Nominate a Teacher by April 30th
Education powers the leaders of tomorrow. That's why PEC is proud to support Central Texas youth, and their incredible teachers through our youth programs. Tell us about a Central Texas teacher who goes above and beyond and makes a difference in their students' lives, exhibits a commitment to education, or is innovative in their teaching. Use this link: Teacher Spotlight - PEC
Williamson County Community Health Survey
The purpose of this survey is to get your opinions about the health and well-being in Williamson County. The Williamson County Community Health Assessment (CHA) Task Force will use the results of this survey, along with interviews and focus groups with community members to identify the most urgent problems which can be addressed through community action efforts. Your opinion is needed and important. Your voice matters to us and will be put into action!
Thank you in advance for taking the time to complete it.
If you have any questions, please visit our website at www.healthywilliamsoncounty.org/cha.
Student Chromebooks
In order for your child to learn effectively and be successful in the classroom, they need to bring their fully charged school issued device and charger to school every day. A good practice for this is to have students charge their Chromebook at home with their Chromebook in their backpack. Remember, bringing Chromebooks and having them charged will enhance your students learning during the school day.
If your student has a broken Chromebook, please contact our librarian, Ms. Long, at clong@florenceisd.net for payment options.
2023-2024 FMS Yearbook Ordering
2023-2024 FMS yearbooks are on sale. If your student would like a yearbook or you would like to include a tribute ad to your student, use this link from Balfour.
Questions? Please contact Ms. Cunnington at ccunnington@florenceisd.net.
Notes from the Nurse
24 hour rule: If your child is sick, they cannot return to school must be clear of symptoms (diarrhea, vomiting or fever) without medication for 24 hours.
Any questions? Please contact Nurse Melissa Tipsword at mtipsword@florenceisd.net
Williamson County Food Access Survey
Share your ideas and experiences about food in Williamson County. What could make it easier to access food in your community? Take the WILCO survey and receive a $20 H-E-B or Walmart gift card in the mail! See the attachments below for the WILCO flyers.
Florence Middle School
718 S. Patterson Avenue
Florence, TX 76527
Phone: 254-793-2504
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