FBMS Weekly Leadership Message
December 6, 2019
TRIMESTER I REPORT CARDS TODAY
Progress reports for Semester I are also posted.
Discuss your child's grades. It's important to celebrate achievements and recognize areas where more work is needed.
Trimester 2 began this week, and it is a great opportunity for a fresh start!
We are so proud of our students for their hard work!
ONE DOLLAR DRIVE for MARSHFIELD FOOD PANTRY
Last year, one of our 8th graders was selected to be our Project 351 Ambassador – Greg Fennell. As he is completing his appointment as our Ambassador, he wants to end in huge WE ARE MARSHFIELD way! He has titled it, “One Dollar Drive for Marshfield Food Pantry.” Here is his request:
"I did a little research and discovered that there are approximately 25,000 people who live in Marshfield. Imagine if each person donated just one dollar to benefit the Marshfield Food Pantry? That would be $25,000! Well, my team and I will be doing stand-outs over the next two weeks (December 2nd through December 16th, locations to be announced) to collect that one dollar. We have also placed a donation jar in every school in town. With approximately four thousand students in town, that alone could bring in $4,000! If you have a child in school, could you help us out and send your child in with one dollar and spread the word? Imagine the difference that you could make in the life of someone who is hungry, all for just one dollar? Of course, some people can't afford even one dollar and they are the ones who will most likely benefit from this drive. Others may want to donate a little bit more. It all adds up, no matter the amount. Nobody should go to bed hungry in this town. Won't you help us prevent that? We can do it with our ONE DOLLAR DRIVE FOR MARSHFIELD FOOD PANTRY!!!"
We are asking the FBMS Community to please support Greg and this worthy cause! He has made us proud and we are thrilled to partner with MHS and Greg! All donations can be dropped off at the FBMS office! Thank you!
START THE NEW TRIMESTER STRONG - EXTRA HELP AFTER SCHOOL
A GLANCE INSIDE FBMS
MR BOUDREAU
MR NALEN & MS GAFFNEY
MR KILE
ANCHORS FAVORITE BOOK FRIDAY
CHECK OUT WHATS HAPPENING IN THE LIBRARY THIS MONTH
- For details on how to win a chance to see Holiday Lights, click on the link below. Drawing will be held on 12/20.
- The #strongertogether activity will be puzzle races (by teams). Earn token prizes on Dec. 16th after school until late buses.
- Secret Santa party for Black Diamonds is Dec 19th during E Block.
ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK TODAY
Yearbooks are on sale for the entire school. Please see the link below for details. Be sure to click on Furnace Brook Middle and hit “Shop Yearbooks." Order now!
Yearbooks are $25. All sales must go through the website. You will receive an email receipt of your order.
8th grade parents ONLY: you have the opportunity to purchase a small recognition ad for your 8th grader. This can also be found on the website link below.
Hit “Shop Yearbooks” and then scroll down to “Yearbook Recognition Ads”. You’ll have to create your own login/ password like you would for any new website, then choose the 1/8 page ad, choose a layout you like and one that fits the number of photos you have, enter in your own text, upload pictures, drag and drop them on the page, and then you can review your ad and pay online. Don’t forget to also order a yearbook while you’re on the site.
Any questions please email lhiggins@mpsd.org. At the end of the year, all students look forward to their yearbook. Please take advantage of this ordering now.
HABITS FOR SUCCESS
Tracking attendance is required by law, and making sure all children receive an education is the responsibility of us all. We would like to see your children at school everyday. Students should be out of school for serious issues only such as illness or bereavement. We cannot teach an empty seat.
The articles below provide some suggestions on how to improve a child's attendance.
What Parents Can do to Reduce Absenteeism
Ten Tips to Reduce Chronic Absenteeism
Getting to school on time is another habit to build. When parents say it is okay to be late to their children, they're not helping to develop good habits for success. Please help us by getting your child to school by 7:40AM. Be sure technology is shut down before bed time, and help to create a structured night and morning routine that your child can own and implement.
Starting the day late also increases anxiety. Arriving timely anywhere demonstrates responsibility and is a great habit to build now.
We can't do it without you. Let's build good habits that last a lifetime!
PTO INFORMATION- JOIN THE PTBOARD WEBSITE
Please join PTboard (https://furnacebrook.ptboard.com; join code is FTYM88) to get all of the important announcements info from the PTO; you will need to be logged in to access most information:
- Event Reminders
- Student Directory https://furnacebrook.ptboard.com/prf/directory
- BOOST donations, which supplement field trips, enrichment programs, Homework Helpers, educational supplies, and so much more! https://furnacebrook.ptboard.com/formvw?store=1263&form=1
- The upcoming Apparel Sale, with the online store going live by November 15th.
If you have any questions, please reach out to the PTO board at fbmspto1@gmail.com.
FBMS CLINIC NEWS
Greetings From the Furnace Brook Middle School Nurse
School Health Office: phone 781-319-3965 School Fax: 781-834-5036
Nurse’s Email mcarroll@mpsd.org & kmellen@mpsd.org
ANNUAL SCREENINGS: the following mandated health screenings are done annually in the health office:
Scoliosis testing in December
Postural 6th,7th& 8th grades Fall/Winter
We look forward to assisting families and students in achieving optimal health and wellness during the academic school year, please feel free to contact us any time with concerns or questions.
Maura Carroll, RN, BSN and Karen Mellen, RN, BSN
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
12/12- Early release 11:55am
12/13- Trimester I Awards Ceremony by invitation only
12/16 Spirit Week
12/17- Book Trailer Club
DECEMBER ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS AT THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB
Basketball Clinic
Join Jack Curley every Tuesday for basketball skills, drills, trick shots, game play and more. Includes a free t-shirt.
Grades k-2
Tuesday 4:00-4:30pm
$20
Grades 3-up
Tuesday 4:30-5:15pm
$20
Flexin' Fridays
Flexin' Friday is a 3 week program aiming to improve the knowledge and importance of Physical fitness for youth. Each Friday youth with partake in an array of fitness based games and proper group exercise. Flexin' Fridays will promote teamwork, physical well-being and healthy habits for all!
Grades 2-5
Friday 4:15-5:00pm
$25
Intro to Video
Learn how to create a video short. Produce fun creative videos for social media and Youtube video using imovie, boomerang, and other fun creative apps. Learn about lighting, angles, and editing.
Grades 6-8
Wednesday 4:15-5:00
$40
Molly's Holiday Kitchen
Fa, la, la, la ~IN MOLLY’S HOLIDAY KITCHEN: One on one attention is given to students. Fee includes use of equipment & materials. Our goal is to spark interest & safety in the kitchen. Intro to holiday skills such as rolling, cutting, & measuring. Students will experience making scrumptious treats firsthand.
Grades k-8
Thursdays 1:00 - 2:00pm
$40
Puzzle Club
Puzzles are a great because they tax the brain, while simultaneously helping the mind relax by diverting attention away from any stressful thoughts. Solving puzzles also helps children to develop gross and fine motor skills, hand–eye coordination and shape recognition. We at the Boys and Girls Club believe puzzles are a great way to socialize, meet new people, gain a feeling of accomplishment, practice meditations and in turn help de-stress.
Grades k-8
Tuesday 4:00 - 5:00pm
$10
Sports for Girls
Join the gals for a different sport each day. Basketball, soccer, field hockey, kickball and more!
Grades k-8
Thursdays 2:30-3:15
$20
Nerf Wars
Battles, Target contests, and prizes. Bring your own gun or use one of ours. Safety Glasses will be provided! Free t-shirt for all participants
Grades k-8
Mondays 5:00-6:00pm
$40
Online registration is required for fee based programs.
$25 one time registration fee to registration for children not enrolled in 2019-2020 programming.
The fee is good for one year from registration date. Click on the LOGIN link below:
CHECK OUT THE WINTER FESTIVITIES AROUND MARSHFIELD by clicking the link below:
FBMS Leadership Team
Email: mkemmett@mpsd.org
Website: https://www.mpsd.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=9
Location: 500 Furnace Street, Marshfield, MA, USA
Phone: 781 834-5020
Facebook: www.facebook.com/furnacebrookms/
Twitter: @FBMSPPAL