Happy Friday, Lil Steamer Families!
December 8, 2024
From the desk of: Principal Hoese
Just a simple yet profound quote this week:
"The expert in anything was once a beginner." - Helen Hayes
Remember to give grace when we see others trying new things.
JAGH
From the Desk of: AP Parsons
From the Desk of: Counselor Meumann
There are lots of fun activities parents can do with their children around Christmas time. Here are some ideas:
Make Christmas tree decorations
Write a letter to Santa
Have fun with Elf on the Shelf
Watch a classic Christmas movie
Draw pictures to leave for Santa
FES Winter Concerts are next week!!
Winter Concerts FAQ:
Dress- The dress code for all concerts is simply "dress up." We want to look our best!
Time- Each grade level/group has its own time slot, so please be mindful of that when you plan to arrive. Students do not need to be more than 15 minutes early. If the concert before yours is still going on, please wait outside (or in the lobby) until it is finished.
Cost- Our concerts are always free, but there will be a donation box available if you would like to contribute. The money goes to Music Boosters, which benefits all our Music programs K-12.
Etiquette- Our students have been learning concert etiquette as well as the music for their concerts! They are very excited to show what they have worked so hard on! As an audience member, remember to: silence your devices, stay in your seat, watch quietly, and applaud to show your appreciation!
Programs- There will be a QR code for the programs as we have gone digital to save paper. If you want to print it as a keepsake, but are unable to at home, please email Mrs. Anton and she will print one for you.
Click on the button below for the full schedule and more info!
Concerts are Live Streamed
All of our concerts will also be live streamed! Use this link:
Preschool FUN during Center time!
FES Supports United Way Coin Drive 2023
This year, the Greatest Little Elementary School in the Universe joined 15 area schools to support the United Way of Whiteside County. In the annual Coin Drive, schools raise funds to help various agencies including Boys and Girls Clubs, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Red Cross, April House, Odell Library, YMCA, YWCA, Woodlawn Arts Academy, and Coloma Park District.
In total, $9,351.95 was raised! Of that total, FES was the top school raising $1,194.27!
Additionally, the classroom who raised the most funds from each grade level earned treats courtsey of the United Way!
Caroling at Heritage Canyon
Some volunteers from our 4th/5th grade Chorus went caroling at Heritage Canyon last Saturday to spread some Christmas Cheer. We even got to sing a song for Santa! And we finished by warming up with some cookies and hot cocoa!
PTO Lil Steamer Coloring Books for Sale!
Fulton PTO to Host the Greatest Little Toy Drive in the Universe!
Santa Paws Comes to Town at Niabi Zoo on December 16 & 17!
Santa Paws is Back!
Holiday cheer abounds when Santa Paws comes to town! Bring the family to our winter wonderland to eat a warm meal, decorate cookies with the elves, make crafts and get a photo with Santa Paws. Then bundle up to see some of Niabi’s winter animals on a special tour!
You can join in on this season of giving by bringing a gift for the animals – take a look at our Amazon wish list.
Your family has two chances to meet Santa Paws!
Breakfast with Santa Paws
Saturday, December 16, 8:30am-10am
Brunch with Santa Paws
Sunday, December 17, 11am-12:30pm
Teacher Amazon Wishlists!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
PTO Penguin Patch Holiday Shop Begins
Monday, Dec 18, 2023, 09:00 AM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
PTO Penguin Patch Holiday Shop Ends
Friday, Dec 22, 2023, 02:30 PM
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
Winter Break Starts
Monday, Dec 25, 2023, 08:00 AM
Winter Break Ends
Sunday, Jan 7, 2024, 08:00 AM
Teacher Inservice Day - No School
Monday, Jan 8, 2024, 08:00 AM
School Resumes
Tuesday, Jan 9, 2024, 08:00 AM
No School - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday, Jan 15, 2024, 08:00 AM
Fulton Elementary School
Email: jhoese@riverbendschools.net
Website: riverbendschools.org/fes
Location: 1301 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
Phone: (815)589-2911
Twitter: @FultonSteamers
Principal @ Fulton Elementary School (Fulton, IL)