22-23 FHS Weekly Update #22
Week of January 2 - 6, 2023
Half Days Due to Exams - Thursday (1/12/23) & Friday (1/13/23)
No School for Students - Monday (1/16/23) - Work Day for Staff
Exam Schedule - 5th Hour Lunch Assignments - 1/10 & 1/11/23
January - Week #2 - Exam Week
- Hours 1, 2, SRT, 3, 4, 5 & 6
- AST from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
Tuesday (1/10/2) -
- Hours 3, 4, 5 & 6th only - Students each lunch based on 5th hour class
- NACEL Germany Gap Year Application Deadline (see graphic in Senior Section)
- AST from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
Wednesday (1/11/23) - 2023-24 Curriculum Guide posted to website
- 1st and 2nd hour classes
- 5th Hour Exam
- 6th Hour Exam
- No AST due to Exams
Thursday (1/12/23) - Half Day of School Exams/School dismissed at 10:54 a.m.
- 3rd Hour Exam
- 4th Hour Exam
- No AST due to Exams
- NHS Meeting after school with Mrs. Hazlett
Friday (1/13/23) - - Half Day of School Exams/School dismissed at 10:54 a.m.
- Deadline for 2nd Semester School of Choice applications
- 1st Hour Exam
- 2nd Hour Exam
- No AST due to Exams
- Varsity Home Basketball vs. Kearsley
Athletic Schedule
#Wear Blue Day......Raise Awareness about Human Trafficking
National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is recognized each year on January 11th. In recognition of this important day, and throughout the month of January, Blue Campaign hosts several special events and educational activities.
Blue Campaign’s largest initiative is #WearBlueDay on January 11th. To raise awareness of human trafficking, we invite the public to take photos of themselves, friends, family, and colleagues wearing blue clothing and share them on social media – Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram – along with our #WearBlueDay hashtag.
Anyone can participate, all you need is a piece of blue clothing!
January is.....School Board Recognition Month
January is School Board Recognition Month and a time to recognize the individuals who approach their volunteer work as a full-time job, with extraordinary dedication to public schools.
School boards make decisions that can sometimes be quite difficult, or require sifting through a great deal of information. They contribute hundreds of hours each year and spend many hours on professional development to keep well-informed of the latest trends in educational leadership. They are involved in community activities and spend many hours at extracurricular events.
This month, we encourage all members of the community to thank our FAPS Board Members.
Second Semester School of Choice Window - January 2 - January 13, 2023
The School of Choice Window opens on January 2 and closes on January 13th.
Please go to the Fenton Area Public Schools' website and click on "Enrollment" for more information or contact Enrollment Secretary, Mrs. Cathy Ebert at cebert@fentonschools.org for assistance.
NOTE: The School of Choice Window for the 2023-24 School year opens in March, 2023. Watch the website for updated forms in March.
Looking for Guest Speakers for Student Interest Day - January 26th
If you're interested in joining us as a speaker for Student Interest Day, please contact Mrs. Grady at lgrady@fentonschools.org.
Event goal: Provide students with the opportunity to learn from & speak with industry professionals in a variety of career fields. Guest speakers are asked to share information about their career field/occupation with high school students for a 1-hour session.
We are currently looking for speakers from the following industries/professions:
- Veterinary Medicine/Animal Breeding/Care
- Money Management/Banking/Investing
- Nursing
- Surgeon/Physician/Physician Assistant
- Careers in Sports/Professional Athlete
- Psychologist/Psychiatrist/Mental Health
- IT/Computer Technology
- Basic Cooking Skills
- Cosmetology/Beauty Industry
- Video Game Development
- Engineering
- Fashion/Interior Design
- Skilled Trades/Heavy Equipment Operation (Construction/Electrical/Plumbing/Welding, etc.)
- Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy/ Athletic Trainer
- Hunting/Fishing/Outdoors
- Job Interview Skills
- Law Enforcement
- Legal Professions
- Venture Capitalist/Stock Trader
- Health & Physical Fitness/Nutrition & Wellness
- Military (all branches)
- Music (music theory/various instruments)
- Photography
- Robotics
- Understanding/Filing Taxes
- Animator/Illustrator
- Graphic Design/Marketing
- Understanding credit/loans
- Automotive (technician/mechanic/race car/motorcycle/auto body repair)
- Artist (multimedium)
- Accounting/Business Management
- Film/Director/Actor
- Dentistry (dentist/oral surgeon/dental hygienist/dental assistant)
January - Week #3 - Start of Second Semester
Tuesday (1/17/23) -
- AST from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
Wednesday (1/18/23) -
- AST from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
- First Semester Grades are due to the Office by 2:40 p.m.
- CIP Meeting at 2:45 p.m.
Thursday (1/19/23)
- ThinkFast Interactive Teen Driving Assembly 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. 10th & 11th Graders
- AST from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
Friday (1/20/23) -
Think Fast Interactive Teen Driving Assembly - January 19th during SRT
This program is sponsored by the State of Michigan's Office of Highway Safety Planning and through Federal NHTSA grants and covers Michigan's rules, regulations, penalties, along with current information on speeding, racing, and fatalities.
January - Week #4 -
- AST from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
Tuesday (1/24/23) -
- AST from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
Wednesday (1/25/23) -
- AST from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
Thursday (1/26/23)
- AST from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
- Student Interest Day - NO SRT Travel
- UM/DEEP & Dual Enrollment Informational Meeting at 6:30 p.m.
Friday (1/27/23) -
DEEP Informational Meeting - Thursday (1/26/22) at 6:30 p.m.
Students at FHS have the opportunity to concurrently earn high school and college credits through our partnership with the University of Michigan-Flint.
The Dual Enrollment Educational Partnership (DEEP) program offers students in 12th grade the opportunity to take college courses, taught by UM-Flint instructors, at a reduced tuition rate.
Courses are taught at Fenton High School during the regular school day.
To learn more, please attend the Informational Meeting on Thursday, January 26th at 6:30 p.m. in the FHS Lecture Room.
Dual Enrollment - Informational Meeting - Thursday (1/26/22) following DEEP Meeting
Traditional Dual Enrollment (11th or 12th grade students)
At the end of the DEEP Informational Meeting (which starts at 6:30 p.m.), Mrs. Boike, our Post-Secondary Coordinator, will provide information to parents and students who are interested in traditional dual enrollment opportunities.
Traditional dual enrollment means that 11th or 12th grade students take college courses offered by either Mott Community College or the University of Michigan-Flint, in a variety of formats (on campus, online, hybrid).
The presentation will include information about tuition rates, admission criteria, the application process, and student responsibilities.
Should you have any questions about these programs, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs. Boike at kboike@fentonschools.org.
January/February
- AST from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
Tuesday (1/31/23) -
- Dual Enrollment Open House in Media Center
- AST from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
- Deadline for Proud Parent Ad for Yearbook (see graphic below)
- IB Diploma Program Informational Meeting for interested 10th graders - 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday (2/1/23) -
- FHS Basketball at Little Caesar's Arena - 12:00 p.m. FHS Varsity Girls; 1:45 p.m. FHS Varsity Boys
- Staff Meeting - No After School Tutoring
Thursday (2/2/23)
- AST from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
Friday (2/3/23) -
- NHS Blood Drive #2 - see graphic below for more info
International Baccalaureate Informational Meeting - Tuesday (1/31/23) - 6:30 p.m.
There will be an informational meeting for all students and parents interested in learning more about the IB Diploma Program for 2023-24 on Tuesday, January 31 at 6:30 p.m. via GoogleMeet:
FHS IB Diploma Program Info Meeting for 2023-24
Tuesday, January 31 · 6:30 – 7:45pm
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/tcy-wkcp-cqm
Or dial: (US) +1 314-833-7257 PIN: 261 470 373#
Information will be especially helpful for current sophomores as they plan their courses for grades 11 and 12.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Mark Suchowski at msuchowski@fentonschools.org or at (810) 591-2610.
Proud Parent Ad for Yearbook - Due January 31st
Teaching & Learning
Taste of Shakespeare
1. Meats, Sweets, & Plenty to Eat
2. London (Virtual Tour)
3. History of the Duel (Judicial)
4. Elizabethan Fashion Flashback
5. Black Death
6. Elizabethan Weaponry
7. Superstitions
8. Music and Composition
9. Religion
10. Fun & Games
Elizabethan Superstitions
Superstition: Don't Walk Under a Ladder
Elizabethan Music & Composition
Elizabethan Nonjudicial Dueling
Stew - A Dish for the Middle Class
Elizabethan Weapons
Virtual Tour of London
Parents Enjoying Their Virtual Tour
Elizabethan Judicial System: Dueling
Allie Brown Earns IB Diploma & Accepts during Halftime at FHS Basketball Game - 12/16
Mrs. Jambeck's Student Artwork
Jenna Mesarosh - Art Foundation
Sophia Markley - Art Foundation
Kalena Chandler - Art Foundation
Grayson LaClear - Art Foundation
Sophia Kildee - Art Foundation
Remy Sharp - Art Foundation
Brielle Roberts - Art Foundation
Veronica Mrazik - Art Foundaition
Elana Kinsman - Art Foundation
Positivity Project: Theme of the Week: Optimism
This week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Optimism. Optimism means you expect the best from the future and work to achieve it.
Optimism represents a state of hopefulness and confidence about the future (both short and long term). People with this strength are future-oriented. They have a positive vision of what the future holds and maintain confidence that they will get there. Despite setbacks, they keep a positive attitude and often find ways to convert what seems like an obstacle into a stepping-stone to achieving their goals.
Optimism is not about wearing rose-colored glasses and rolling over when the going gets tough. It’s about staying focused on the good in any situation -- allowing you to be aware of opportunities and accountable for your emotions. Optimists are strong leaders. They find meaning in hardship and can create a vision for the future. Optimists are inspiring; their example is contagious. And, by sharing and achieving their vision -- despite setbacks -- they help us all achieve more.
To practice and encourage the character strength of optimism with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.
Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9CmSoPwgRI
From the FHS Counseling Office
Scheduling
Application Courses
Students wanting to be enrolled in classes such as Honors World History, Honors American Studies, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and some elective courses must make application to these courses and meet any/all criteria provided on the application. Applications will be available during the month of January.
Audition Courses
Some classes, such as certain instrumental & vocal music classes may require students to schedule an "audition" in order to be considered for acceptance to the class. Audition information will be posted in January.
Important Dates:
1. Wednesday, 1/11/23 - 2023-24 FHS Curriculum Guide posted to FHS Website.
2. Monday, 1/23/23 - Application & Audition Class materials available.
3. Thursday, 1/26/23 - DEEP Informational Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the FHS Lecture Room.
4. Tuesday, 1/31/23 - International Baccalaureate (IB) Informational Meeting - at 6:30 p.m. via Google Meet (see graphic below for link).
5. Monday, 2/16/23 - Genesee Career Institute (GCI) Open House - at GCI - 3:30 to 6:00 p.m.
6. Tuesday, 2/7/23 - Senior Class Meeting in SRT - covering Senior End of Year Activities (local scholarships, prom, graduation practice, graduation, Project Graduation, etc.)
7. Thursday, 2/9/23 - Junior Class Meeting in SRT - scheduling, spring testing, etc.
8. Tuesday, 2/14/23 - Sophomore Class Meeting in SRT - scheduling, spring testing, etc.
9. Thursday, 2/16/23 - Freshman Class Meeting in SRT - scheduling, spring testing, etc.
Reminders
- Call by NOON the day after an absence to excuse it.
- Use Parent Drop Off - Do not drop students in other lots.
- Door Dash, or any other food delivery, is NOT permitted.
- Call early for a dismissals, so passes can be issued early in the day to students.
- All students should CHECK OUT in the Main Office.
- Students are NOT allowed to go to vehicles during the school day.
- Closed Campus - students are NOT to leave campus without administrative permission.
- Math Lab - Every 4th hour & lunch for any student.
- After School Tutoring - Mon thru Thursday from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m. Permission slip below
- Read the Weekly Update (sent every Friday) for important updates & deadlines!!!
Student Parking - Register or Risk Being Towed
FHS uses a third party to tow vehicles not registered to park on campus. Tow trucks will begin patrolling lots.
Athletics & Activities
Athlete of the Week
1. Maddie Burnau - Girls' Bowling: On December 15th, the Fenton Tigers Varsity Girls' Bowling Team took on Corunna at Grand Blanc Lanes. Maddie turned in an exceptional performance that night, bowling a new career best game (218) and series (360). Maddie also won both her match points.
2. Justin Banura - Boys' Basketball: In a lost to D3 power Detroit Loyola, Justin finished with 8 points (just 7 shots), 9 rebounds, and 3 blocks. The Bulldogs are a legit contender and had three players taller than 6'5". Justin battled and his game was highlighted by his first career dunk. We are 4-2 and Justin is averaging 10.5 ppg, 7 rpg, and 2 bpg.
FAPS Ski & Snowboard Club Information
Who: Students & Parents (beginner to expert) at least 7 to join the club and participate in the group ski lessons. There are discounted tickets for 6 and under who want to go with parents.
What: Discount lift tickets & rentals at Mt. Holly. More info at the meeting or contact:
- Mrs. Loria - mloria@fentonschools.org (AGS/FHS students) or
Mrs. Eastman- seastman@fentonschools.org
Cost: $25/per club membership card
When: Fenton Elementary nights are Thursdays -----Mrs. Eastman
FHS/AGS Club nights are Fridays---- Mrs. Loria
FHS vs. Linden Basketball @ Little Caesar's Arena - February 1st - Time to Purchase Tickets
The Fenton High School girls and boys varsity basketball teams will be playing at Little Caesars Arena on Wednesday, 2/1/2023 against Linden HS!
To obtain tickets: Visit www.pistons.com/fenton or see the flyer below to purchase tickets and to get more details about the event.
Wednesday, February 1st
12:00 pm - Fenton Girls Varsity vs. Linden
1:45 pm - Fenton Boys Varsity vs. Linden
7:00 pm - Detroit Pistons vs. Washington Wizards
Tickets: $23.00/$32.00
Senior Class of 2023 - Important Information
Graduating Seniors - Considering a Gap Year/Exchange Opportunity in Germany
About Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX):
A scholarship created in 1983 to strengthen ties between Germany and the United States through citizen diplomacy, the Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) is jointly funded by U.S. Congress & German Bundestag and administered by the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Nacel Open Door manages the VOCATIONAL component of the CBYX program, a program for 25 graduating U.S. high school seniors to spend a gap year in Germany.
The CBYX Vocational Scholarship includes German language classes, high school attendance, and internship experiences, all while living with a host family in Germany. International airfare, medical insurance, and program support are also provided.
CBYX Vocational Program Qualifications:
- Graduating high school senior, 18-19 years old by August 1 of departure year
- Minimum of 2.5 GPA on 4.0 scale
- U.S. Citizenship
- Previous German language study not required, but very helpful
- Willingness to spend a year in Germany, serving as a young ambassador of the United States
- The program encourages applicants from all economic backgrounds, ethnic groups, gender identities, geographical locales, races, religions, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic groups.
Applications are due January 10, 2023, for the 2023-24 Vocational program.
More information and application materials at NacelOpenDoor.org/CBYX.
Questions?
Contact Nacel Open Door: CBYX@nacelopendoor.org or 651-288-4613
Nacel Open Door • 101 5th Street E, Ste 1900 • St. Paul, MN 55101
Project Graduation - Umbrella Fundraiser
Interested in helping out Project Graduation/Class of 2023 and looking spirited at the same time? Consider purchasing a "Fenton F-paw Umbrella" from the parent group organizing this event.
Umbrellas are $30 and would make a great holiday gift. Interested individuals reach out via the Class of 2023 Facebook link below:
Checks can be made payable to: FHS Project Graduation
Link to Facebook:
FAFSA Tracker Info for the Class of 2023
FAFSA Tracker - Class of 2023 for Fenton High School - 102 out of 278 seniors have submitted the FAFSA so far, up from 89!!!
Link to FAFSA:
GO Scholarship - Class of 2023
The Genesee Opportunity (GO) stipend provides Genesee County high school graduates with money for college, career training, or certification licensing fees.
To be eligible:
- You must reside in Genesee County, Michigan or on a property that is taxed by a Genesee County school district and,
- Be a graduate, from a high school in Genesee County.
- Graduates must be enrolled in an eligible training program or post-secondary educational institution and submit an application by the due date.
- The GO stipend can only be awarded one time and must be used within the first 12 months after graduation or GED completion.
- The GO stipend is not based on income or grades, and is funded through a millage approved by Genesee County voters.
Once the completed application is received, Genesee Opportunity staff will verify the information provided to determine eligibility for the GO Stipend.
Class of 2023 - Michigan Achievement Scholarship
Starting with the high school Class of 2023, students will be eligible for more financial aid from the State, up to:
- Up to $2,750 if they attend a community college, per year
- Up to $5,500 if they attend a public university, per year
- Up to $4,000 if they attend a private college or university, per year
Students will be eligible if their family demonstrates financial need* when they complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
*Financial need is defined as an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $25,000 or less.
Things High School Seniors can do right now to prepare:
- File the (FAFSA) ONLY 58 of the 278 seniors/parents have done so!!!
- Create a MiSSG Student Portal three to five business days after filing your FAFSA.
More programs details to come. Be the first to hear when more information becomes available and sign-up for updates.
Partnerships
NHS Blood Drive #2 - Friday, February 3rd - Consider Donating
Young donors, ages 16-18, who meet the height & weight requirements, and who have parent permission, can also donate. See the height & weight chart button and permission slip button below. Please consider donating on December 3rd.
Sign Up for Appointment:
https://donate.michigan.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/146642
Practice SAT Opportunity
From the Office of Career & College Readiness
In this week's newsletter:
- Factory Two January Schedule
- Stanford Pre-College Summer Programs
- Juniors- Tips on prepping for college
- Career Exploration with XELLO
- Positivity Project: Optimism
- College visits calendar
- Simon Says...
- FAFSA FAQs
- Scholarship opportunities
- College Board & Parchment Accounts
- Current job postings
Technology Links
See FHS Website - "Our Parents" or "Our Students" for Technology Info
FHS Launches Social Media - Follow Us!!!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fentonhs48430
Instagram: @fenton_hs
Twitter: @Fenton_HS
Google Classroom - How to JOIN A Class
All FHS Students - Join Classes in Google Classroom
After getting your schedule online via Parent/Student Vue, ALL FHS students should go into the Google Classroom and enter the "Class Codes" for the correct hour and class taught by his/her teachers.
To "join" the Google Classroom for all of your classes follow these three steps:
1. Check your FHS gmail for a Google Classroom invite from your teacher.
2. If there is no invite, log into Google Classroom to see if the classroom is there to JOIN. You are looking for a JOIN code.
3. Email your teacher (ex. jane doe = jdoe@fentonschools.org). You can find the first initial of your teacher's first name on your schedule.
Note: Parents can also JOIN a class in Google Classroom to view grades, assignments, handouts, etc.
Social-Emotional Health & Wellness
COVID Reminders
- Call Attendance Office to report at (810) 591-2609.
- Quarantine at home for five days.
- May return to school, if symptoms have resolved, wearing a mask for Days 6-10.
Symptoms include:
Temperature 100.4 or signs of fever (chills/sweating)
Sore throat
New uncontrolled cough that causes difficulty breathing
Diarrhea, vomiting, or abdominal pain
New onset of severe headache
New loss of taste or smell
Congestion or runny nose (more than usual)
Cultivating Wellness Newsletter from the Genesee Intermediate School District
October Newsletter Link: https://www.smore.com/s4xdt
November Newsletter Link: https://www.smore.com/5nf2e
December Newsletter Link: https://www.smore.com/09xp4
January Newsletter Link: https://www.smore.com/fvn2rw
FHS & Easter Seals
FHS has partnered with Easterseals of Michigan. Easterseals offers school-based therapy with an onsite clinician 5 days per week including:
- Individual, family & group therapy utilizing evidence-based interventions.
- Specialized training & support services for parents & teachers
- Connections to numerous community resources
- Less time missed at work/school
- Fewer transportation conflicts
- Students can make appointments when convenient (avoiding test days, etc.)
Please contact the Counseling Department for more information at (810) 591-2612.
OK 2 Say (available in the App Store and Google Play Store)
Call: 1-8-555-OK2SAY
Text: 652729
Email: ok2say@mi.gov
Website: www.mi.gov/ok2say
Suicide Awareness & Prevention
Did you know? Every school student identification card now has a contact name and phone number for Suicide Prevention, as mandated by law. If you are in crisis, or know someone who needs help, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline NOW at:
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Kinship Care
Give them a TOLL FREE call at 800-535-1218 (Monday - Friday, 9-4 PM).
WEBSITE: kinship.msu.edu EMAIL: kinship@msu.edu
FARR
FEELING HELPLESS - the Fenton Area Resources & Referral Network (aka FARR) can help. If you need assistance, and are in the Fenton, Lake Fenton, or Linden school districts, FARR can help with emergency assistance and resources. Call or email them using the info below.
FARR
P.O. Box 529
Fenton, MI 48430
Phone - (810) 750-6244
Fax - (810) 885-0286
Email - FARRNetworkHelp@gmail.com
Fenton High School
Office Hours: Monday through Friday - 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. (Closed Fridays through 9/2/22).
FHS Administration:
Michael Bakker, Principal
Zachary Bradley, Assistant Principal:
Laura Lemke, Assistant Principal:
Edward Uhrik, Athletic Director/Assistant Principal:
Counselors:
Elizabeth Elsesser - Last Names A - F:
Michelle Pietraszkiewicz - Last Names G - N:
mpietraszkiewicz@fentonschools.org
Craig Golembiewski - Last Names O - Z:
cgolembiewski@fentonschools.org
Career & College Readiness Coordinator:
Lindsay Grady:
Email: mbakker@fentonschools.org
Website: www.fentonschools.org
Location: 3200 West Shiawassee Avenue, Fenton, MI, USA
Phone: (810) 591-2600