The Firebird Flash
September 17, 2021
NEWSLETTER HIGHLIGHTS
- Principal's Update
- Mini Courses
- Mark Your Calendar
- Vaccination Clinic
- Yearbooks
- Picture Re-Take Day
- Counseling Corner
- D49 Mill Levy Override
- PTSA
- Boo to the Flu
- Purchase Firebird Gear
Updates from our Principal
Greetings Firebird Nation Families -
It was quiet the busy week at FMS! I appreciate all families for their help in looking through the information we sent out related to the "Devious Licks" TikTok video challenge that we were facing earlier this week. I could tell conversations had been taking place as many students approached me asking how they could assist in making sure this did not continue at Firebird Nation. I really appreciate all of the efforts of our students and staff to keep any eye out around the building and ensure we did not have any continuing issues with this! Just as a reminder, any person participating in this challenge that vandalizes school property and/or steals property will be held accountable with school consequences, restitution for the cost of the items, and potential legal charges with the El Paso County Sheriff's Office.
Picture Retakes are next week! Any student that missed taking their picture during our check-in days during July will be able to get their picture on Wednesday, September 22nd. The photographer has provided us with a list of students missing their pictures. We will send passes for these students and ensure we get their pictures taken on this day. Any student that needs to get their pictures re-taken, can also complete this on Wednesday. They will do this at lunch since the photographers will be set up on the stage in the Main Commons. Please remind your students to make sure and get their picture taken, if needed, on this day.
Parents, be watching for information early next week on PBIS Rewards. We will be sending out the parent codes so that you can log-in to the system, see what your students are earning Firebird RISE points on and what they are redeeming the points for. You should also be able to see the positive comments that teachers are sharing for why your student has gone above and beyond to RISE in earning these points. We hope to send this information to your email on Monday or Tuesday of next week. You can download the PBIS Rewards (PARENT Version) of the app to your smart device now. Once you have the activation code emailed to you, you can then set up the app.
We will also be launching our school wide fundraiser on Monday! Students will view the video during advisory to learn how our fundraiser works. We have again partnered with Big Kahuna Fundraising to raise money for some additional outdoor classroom areas and recreational areas behind the school. Students have requested more things to do when outside during lunch, before or after school, and during Friday Advisory days. Students will be able to sell from our catalog on cookie dough/dessert items or specialized gift items. They are even able to set up a special website, with links to share on social media, for people to order online and have items shipped to them. There are a lot of cool incentives for students to earn by participating in the fundraiser. Be watching for more information on Monday!
Congratulations to our Volleyball Team! They are currently undefeated...7-0!!! We look forward to seeing how they do in the playoff rounds coming up this next week! Let's bring home a championship Firebirds!!! Our cross country team also performed well in their invitational versus Fountain this past week. We had several runners get new personal records! Our Football team continues to perform well on the field. 7th grade won versus Horizon, while 8th grade had a loss in a game where we never gave up. I appreciate seeing all of our athletes represent Firebird Nation so proudly! Keep it up Firebirds!
Thanks, as always, for your continued support of Falcon Middle School! We look forward to another successful week next week! Have a great weekend!
Sincerely,
Brian Smith
Executive Principal
Falcon Middle School
Firebird Mini Courses are Coming Up!
Do you have a business or special skill set that students would be interested in learning about? Could this help ignite a passion or curiosity in students that guides them on a path towards a future career? If so, we encourage you to consider offering a Mini Course on November 18th and/or November 19th. These will take place during the entire day both days. If interested, please use the link below to submit your course proposal.
Feel free to contact our office if you need additional information.
Mark Your Calendar!
Sep 28 - 6th & 7th Grade Choir Concert
Sep 29 - 8th Grade Choir Concert
Sep 30 - End of 1st Quarter
Oct 1 - National Custodian Appreciation Day
Oct 6 - Band Concert
Oct 7 - Parent Teacher Conferences from 4-7pm
Oct 8 - No School for Students
Oct 8 - Parent Teacher Conferences
Oct 11 to 22 - Fall Break
Oct 27 - Mini Course Sign Ups
Vaccination Clinic at FMS & TDAP Reminder
There will be a Vaccination Clinic held at Falcon Middle School on October 8, 2021. Click this link to sign up for an appointment.
Special Reminder for All Parents:
ALL students are required to have a Tdap vaccination prior to entry into 6th grade. One does of Tdap is required for ALL students in 6th through 12th grades to attend public school.
Thank you!
Purchase your 21-22 Firebird Yearbook!
8th Grade Ads - 8th Grade Parents may also purchase 8th grade ads for their students using this link.
Picture Re-Take Day is September 22
You may order online at Inter-State.com. Use order code 61686BB.
Counseling Corner
D49 - Mill Levy Override Information
PTSA News
The next PTSA meeting is Sept. 27th at 5:30pm in the Learning Commons. All are welcome!
Please consider joining PTSA. Dues are only $8! You can send in cash or check (payable to FMS PTSA) or join online: https://falconmsptsa.memberhub.com/store
Anyone who joins by Sept. 24 is entered into a drawing for a $25 gift card!
Looking for Firebird Gear?
Falcon Middle School
6th Grade Assistant Principal/Athletic Director: Elena Forehand
7th Grade Assistant Principal: Tim Scheck
8th Grade Assistant Principal: Joy Kovanda
6th Grade Counselor: Lisa Murdock
7th Grade Counselor: Carrie Clay
8th Grade Counselor: Amber Villani
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FMS Office Hours
7:15am-3:30pm
Email: fms@d49.org
Website: https://www.d49.org/fms
Location: 9755 Towner Avenue, Peyton, CO, USA
Phone: 719-495-5232