Falcon Flyer
Volume 22 Issue 9
Principal's Nest
Welcome to the 4th quarter! The students and staff returned to campus rejuvenated and ready for a strong end to the school year as they continue to engage in meaningful activities to support growth academically, behaviorally, and socially. The next two months will be filled with a variety of on campus activities, evening events, and a short section of time reserved for state assessments. With this in mind, you are encouraged to review the Upcoming Events section below, link your personal calendar to our FFE Parent Calendar, and ensure your Infinite Campus Parent Portal account is updated with accurate contact information to help stay informed.
As we near April, students in 3rd through 6th grade will be participating in our annual AzMERIT state assessments. A full schedule is attached in the Falcon Flyer and is also available here - FFE Spring 2019 Testing Schedule. Please refer to this schedule when arranging medical appointments to avoid your child(ren) being absent. Students will be using a computer based assessment platform this year and will have the ability to use headphones during their testing. While the school has headphones for students, we recognize many have their own personal set and prefer using those when on the computer. Please work with your classroom teacher to provide headphones/earbuds of preference for your child.
With the school year entering the final quarter, it is important for us to partner together and be cognizant of campus routines and expectations as we look to complete a successful school year for our students. Daily student attendance is essential for their growth. It is imperative students begin each day at campus on time with our first bell at 8:38am. If your child will be absent due to an unavoidable circumstance, please communicate with the front office and/or your classroom teacher to allow us to partner together and help support your child when they will be absent from school.
At the beginning of the year we made adjustments to our traffic routine which has successfully improved traffic flow while increasing student safety. As a reminder, families wishing to stay in their vehicle while dropping off and picking up a student are asked to use the loop on the south end of campus. If you prefer parking and walking your child to and from school, the parking lot at the west end of campus should be used. Please be conscious of our three marked handicap spaces as they are only to be used by those with an appropriate credential. The loop on the west end of campus is reserved for our bus system only. If arriving late to campus, you are kindly asked to park in the west lot and walk your child to school rather than using the bus loop or handicap spaces.
Looking ahead, I hope to see all of you on Friday, March 29th at our PTSO 80's Dance Party from 6pm-8pm in the multi-purpose room.
Thank you for your continued support of Finley Farms Elementary.
-Mr. Bassett
Relay for Life - Luminaria Bags
Design and decorate a luminaria in memory of a loved one who lost his or her battle or to honor a loved one fighting now.
The Luminaria Ceremony is the heart of Gilbert Relay for Life. In the candle-lit darkness, we walk for those whose lives have been touched by cancer. Your $5 purchase serves not only as a token of remembrance, but as a donation to the American Cancer Society. Join us for the Luminaria Ceremony at the Gilbert Relay for Life, Friday, March 29 at 9:30pm.
Please return all completed luminarias to our Front office by Thursday, March 28.
Thank you for your support. Wishing you and your loved ones strength and healing.
FFE Relay for Life Team
Autism Awareness Month
Dear Finley Farms Community,
Finley Farms Elementary is proud to be a campus that supports students on the autism spectrum disorder. On Monday, April 1st Finley Farms Elementary will kick off Autism Awareness and Acceptance month. Our Service and Best Buddies Clubs will be passing out over 700 ribbons to students and staff to raise awareness and acceptance throughout our community.
We celebrate amazing achievements each and every day with our students and look forward to partnering with our community as we continue to raise awareness.
Please show your support by having your child wear blue on Monday, April 1st.
Thank you!
Finley Farms Elementary Best Buddies Club
80's Dance Party
STEAM Bridge Building
Imagineering
Finley Farms Platforms
Upcoming Events
March 25 - STEAM Bridge Building 5:30pm-7:30pm
March 26 - STEAM Bridge Building 5:30pm-7:30pm
March 27 - Early Release 2:25pm
STEAM Bridge Building 5:30pm-7:30pm
March 28 - Major League Baseball Spirit Day
March 29 - PTSO Event 80's Dance Party 6pm-8pm
March 29 - 31 Imagineering - Disneyland Trip
April - National Autism Awareness Month
April 1 - Elementary Art Show @ Norwood Furniture
April 5 - 4th grade - AIMS Science
April 8 - 4th grade - AzMERIT Writing
6th grade - AzMERIT Writing
April 9 - 3rd grade - AzMERIT Writing
5th grade - AzMERIT Writing
April 12 - Donuts with Dad
Spirit Day - 80's themed
April 15 - 4th grade - AzMERIT Reading & Math Part 1
6th grade - AzMERIT Reading & Math Part 1
April 16 - 4th grade - AzMERIT Reading & Math Part 2
6th grade - AzMERIT Reading & Math Part 2
2nd Music Program 6:30pm
April 17 - Early Release 2:25pm
3rd grade - AzMERIT Reading & Math Part 1
5th grade - AzMERIT Reading & Math Part 1
April 18 - 3rd grade - AzMERIT Reading & Math Part 2
5th grade - AzMERIT Reading & Math Part 2
April 19 & 22 - Spring Holiday / No School
April 23 - School Resumes
Support Staff Week
April 30 - Primary Science Night @ FFE 5:30pm
May 2 - 1st Grade Music Program 6:30pm
May 6-10 - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 6 - Strings Concert 6pm
Band Concert 7:15pm
May 8 - National School Nurse Day
May 9 - Kinder Round-Up 6pm
May 10 - Muffins with Mom
White House Tea Party
May 13 - 15th - Science Camp
May 14 - Gifted ALP Math Challenge
May 16 - Restaurant Night / Yearbook Signing Party
May 17 - Spirit Day - Beach Day
Kinder Patriotic Picnic
May 21 - 6th Grade Landmark Fair
May 23 - Last Day of School 12:25 release
Finley Farms Elementary
Email: finleyfarmsinfo@gilbertschools.net
Website: http://gilbertfinley.ss11.sharpschool.com/
Location: Finley Farms Elementary School, South Columbus Drive, Gilbert, AZ, USA
Phone: 480-507-1624
Facebook: facebook.com/FinleyFarmsFalcons/
Twitter: @FinleyFalcons