Fernwood Avenue Middle School
Weekly Newsletter
WEEK OF November 28, 2021
Principal's Message
Currently, NJ State Executive Order #251 requires universal indoor masking for all teachers, staff, students, and visitors in K-12 schools, regardless of vaccination status. This requirement has been in place since the start of the school year. Fernwood staff is currently facing a trend where students are not wearing their face coverings properly or are boarding a school bus without a face covering. I am asking all parents to ensure their child has a face covering before leaving for school everyday and also to discuss with your child the proper wearing of the mask (covering nose and mouth). If your child is not properly wearing his/her mask and does come in contact with a Covid-19 positive individual they could be quarantined and excluded from school for a period of time.
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
Students of the Month
Congratulations to the Fernwood Ave. Middle School Students of the Month for November.
CLIMATE and CULTURE
80's Theme Day Contest
On Wednesday, November 24th, the Fernwood staff participated in a 80's Theme Dress up Contest.
The results of our staff 80's Contest were:
Best Single Costume - Mr. Costello as Rick Astley
2nd Place Group or Duo - Gold Pod as the Ghostbusters
1st Place Group or Duo - Orange Pod as Bob Ross and his Entourage
Thanks to all staff who participated!!
Thank you Staff
In order to help celebrate 80's Theme day at Fernwood, administration provided free coffee for all staff members. Coffee was served by Cup of Bliss Coffee Roasters!
World Kindness Day
Siena Jaworski, Kennedy Broughton, and Libby Chait from Media Club helped Fernwood show some kindness! Always be kind!
Showing Kindness
Book Fair
This past week Fernwood held their annual Scholastic Book Fair. All classes had the opportunity to shop in the Library.
Fernwood Yearbook
Fernwood Yearbooks are on sale! Use the QR code to order online.
COMMUNITY PRIDE
Internet Safety Presentation
On Wednesday, December 1st all 7th and 8th Grade students viewed a presentation on Internet Safety. The presentation was given by the NJ State Police.
Parents Club Fundraiser
Please support our amazing Fernwood Parents Club with their new fundraiser, personalize 32 ounce refillable water bottles. See the graphic for more details. Flyers will be sent home with the students after Fall Break!
Parent Portal
Do you have a parent portal account? Request an account today by emailing icportal@eht.k12.nj.us and provide the following information in the body of your email. If you have requested an account and haven't received a reply, please check your spam folder. Due to overwhelming requests, replies may take up to five days.
School Messenger
Our school utilizes the SchoolMessenger system to deliver text messages, straight to your mobile phone with important information about events, school closings, safety alerts and more. Opt-in today!
Library Resources
District Media Specialists have put together a list of reading resources for grades Pre K-12! Take advantage of what our media centers have to offer online
Free and Reduced Lunch
The Free and Reduced Meal Program offers several benefits including free/reduced meals, test fee waivers, and an opportunity to earn free college credits at the High School with the dual-enrollment program. For more information and to determine your eligibility, click the graphic below.
Atlantic Prevention Resources
Atlantic Prevention Resources will be holding group meetings through the month of November as part of their "Achieving Personal Balance" program. Participants will increase skills that will help provide a healthy balance in their lives. Virtual meetings will begin Monday, September 27th. For more information, email Amanda Hartman at ahartman@atlprev.org.
EHT Guidance Resources
For more social emotional resources, please visit click the graphic below:
Student Assistance Programs
Reminder to EHT families: Student Assistance Counselors have assembled a list of resources for those who need additional services. Click the graphic below for more information.
Mental Health Support
Click the graphic below to find The Mental Health Association of Atlantic County's calendar for virtual services.
NJ Department of Children and Families
The NJ Department of Children and Families have compiled a list of resources available 24/7. Click the graphic below for more information.
ATLANTIC COUNTY FOOD BANK
Click the graphic below for a list of Food Banks and Community Resources for Atlantic County.
ABOUT US
Website: http://fms.eht.k12.nj.us
Location: 4034 Fernwood Avenue, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, USA
Phone: (609)383-3355
Facebook: facebook.com/EHTNJFERNWOOD
Twitter: @EHTNJFERNWOOD