Happy Friday, Lil Steamer Families!
February 25, 2022
From the desk of: Principal Hoese
Lil Steamer Families -- I shared the following thoughts with staff on Friday.
Colleagues --
Self-reflect: Are you a perfect educator? Or... do you continually find yourself improving in various areas of your profession?
There are so many components to consider: organization, planning, instruction, communication, relationships, professionalism, and countless others. Each of us has our areas of strength and other areas in need of improvement - hopefully you are focusing on being better in one area by 1% every day.
The same goes for students. We know we do not have perfect students because there are so many components to consider: academics, behavior, social skills, emotional control, responsibility, organization, and many more.
The main takeaway for us is to focus on getting better which is the same for students. And it's our role as educators to help them on that path - even if it is tiring, frustrating, and downright challenging to do.
But we all know that the greater the challenge in helping a student be better, the greater the reward is when they have that "A-ha!" moment or we see that positive change.
Yesterday is in the past - how do we help students be better today?
Win the Day,
JAGH
Student COVID Related Absences
From the desk of: School Counselor Mrs. Meumann
Meaningful conversations with children are important. These conversations teach children how to talk respectfully to others and to listen. These are important life skills. I shared some conversation starters last week. Here are some more:
Can you think of one act of kindness that you did today?
Is there anything you feel sorry about?
Is there anyone you wish you had helped today?
If you could change anything in the world, what would you change?
How could you help someone who is having trouble making friends?
WHAT 2-22-22 looks like in Grade 2!
WHAT IS TECH TWO'sday?
Welcome to FES Kelsie Rivers!
2B welcomed a new student to our school family this week. Kelsie and her family came to FES from New York. The students are having a great time getting to know her, and helping her settle into our classroom routine. Although Kelsie misses her family that is still in New York, she is fitting well into 2B and is making a lot of new friends!
Celebrating Twos-Day, 2/22/22 in 2B
Flexible Seating for Comfortable Learning in 2C!
Scholastic Book Fair!
If your child collect $50.00 or more, there will be information coming home next week about the Quad Cities Storm free ticket for them and reduced rates for others for the March 26 game.
Thanks so much!
Spring Pictures
Want to Be More Involved with the Greatest Little Elementary School in the Universe?
If you are looking to get involved with the school or looking for ways you can help, the PTO is a great place to start. We are always looking for more individuals to help. The FES PTO was organized to promote and enhance the educational experience for every child. Our goal is to improve the quality of education provided and enrich the school through volunteerism, financial and organizational support. The PTO has helped the school in many capacities, from helping raise a majority of the funds for our new playground, funding field trips, classroom extras, providing meals for teachers during parent teacher conferences and many other various things. Our next meeting is March 1, at 6 pm, we would love to see you there.
The PTO will have some vacancies to fill for the 2022-2023 school year as well, we are seeking a new president or co-presidents, along with more members. If you have any questions please reach out to Elise Vogel, send our Facebook page (Fulton PTO) a message or email fultonelempto@gmail.com
Kindergarten Round Up!
Preschool Screenings!
Rec League T-Ball, Baseball, and Softball!
Spring Soccer League Information
Junior Achievement
Position Available
Lunch and Breakfast Menus
Upcoming Important Dates
Spring Pictures
Tuesday, Mar 1, 2022, 08:00 AM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
PTO Meeting
Tuesday, Mar 1, 2022, 06:00 PM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
#SteamerNation Fridays
Friday, Mar 4, 2022, 08:00 AM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
Preschool Screening - BY APPT ONLY
Wednesday, Mar 16, 2022, 08:00 AM
Fulton Presbyterian Church, 9th Street, Fulton, IL, USA
Kindergarten Round Up Day 1
Wednesday, Mar 16, 2022, 01:00 PM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
Kindergarten Round Up Day 2
Thursday, Mar 17, 2022, 03:30 PM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
Family Fun Night
FES is hosting a Family Fun Night -Under the Sea. Bring the family to school for fun filled math and reading activities the entire family will enjoy. Mark your calendars for Monday, March 21, 2022. More information will be sent home closer to the date.
Monday, Mar 21, 2022, 06:00 PM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
Board of Education Meeting
Wednesday, Mar 23, 2022, 06:30 PM
Fulton High School, 12th Street, Fulton, IL, USA
Spring Break Starts
Monday, Mar 28, 2022, 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