December Parent Newsletter
Dr. Malinda McKillip, Principal
I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a very happy and safe holiday season! As always, please don't hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or concerns.
Very truly yours,
Malinda McKillip
Giving Tree Donations
The Giving Tree is a French Creek tradition of kindness and generosity. We will again be collecting gift cards for our families in need. If your family would like to participate, please:
Send your Amazon, Target, Walmart, and Giant gift cards (in any denomination) in a sealed envelope to Mrs. Baylor’s attention OR drop your gift card donation in the “Giving Tree” drop box in the main office.
Please mark the amount on the gift card.
Gift cards will be collected through December 4th.
Hour of Code
Hour of Code is December 4-8th. This is a week where millions of students from all across the world participate in at least 1 hour of coding activities (and their teachers join in too) to demonstrate that everyone can learn to code. This year, our STEAM department has prepared both plugged and unplugged activities for classes to enjoy.
Math In Action Challenge
Winter Concert
Trimester 1 Report Cards
Report cards will be available to parents via Skyward Family Access on Friday, December 8th at 12:00 PM. Please notify your child's homeroom teacher if you wish to request a hard copy.
PTA News and Updates
Please click here for the FCVPTA's December Newsletter. Book Fair, Craft Night, and FC Drama Club information is included. Thank you for all your support and time volunteering. We are very appreciative!
~FCVPTA
French Creek Spelling Bee
French Creek will be hosting a Spelling Bee on Tuesday, December 12th for the students that signed up in Grades K-6. The Kindergarten and 1st grade Spelling Bee will take place from 5:00-5:45, the 2nd and 3rd grade Spelling Bee will take place from 6:00-6:45, and the 4th, 5th, and 6th grade Spelling Bee will take place from 7:00-7:45. Come out and watch our amazing, brave spellers take the stage!
Holiday Craft Night
The FCVPTA will be hosting a Holiday Craft Night on December 15th at 6:30-8:30 pm! Please RSVP using the link provided below and check out our snack sign-up as well! We can't wait to see all of our talented crafters at this fun event!
Drama Club Performance
Our French Creek Drama Club will be presenting "The Winter Holiday Show" on Wednesday, December 20th at 7:00 pm.
Holiday Festivities
Wear Red and White
December 19th-Tree Topper Day
Wear holiday hats, headbands, and decorated hair
December 20th-Holiday Lights Day
Which grade will shine the brightest? Show us your colors.
Kindergarten- Purple
First- Blue
Second- Green
Third- Yellow
Fourth- Black
Fifth- Red
Sixth- Orange
December 21st-Jingle All the Way!
Get ready for some rest and relaxation. Wear comfy clothing or holiday PJ's.
Winter Break
Cold Weather Dress
Citadel Heart of Learning Award
The Citadel Heart of Learning Award program honors exceptional teachers throughout the Greater Philadelphia area. Teacher nominations are now being accepted! Please take a moment to nominate a French Creek teacher who has touched the lives of others. We are extremely proud that Mrs. Hess and Mrs. Troutman were selected to represent OJR the past two years. Please click here for more information and to submit a brief nomination form.
Excellence in Teaching Award
The Excellence In Teaching Award recognizes 20 outstanding and dedicated teachers in our area. Local teachers can be nominated to receive $1,000 grants towards educational expenses and $1,000 for their school.
DEADLINE: DECEMBER 22, 2023
NOMINATION ELIGIBILITY:
- Teachers can be nominated by students, parents, co-workers or supervisors
- Nominees must be Pennsylvania- or Delaware-certified active teachers in good standing that provide direct instruction to students in a classroom setting
- Applicants must teach at a school located in Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, New Castle or Philadelphia Counties
Please click here to nominate a French Creek teacher.