Good afternoon FSK! I hope everyone had an amazing weekend! Here is the Weekly Family Newsletter, in English and Spanish. Please reach out if you have any questions!
Let's have a great week, on purpose!
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TODAY, September 10: VIRTUAL Listening Tour Session with CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson from 5 - 7:30 p.m. Please register to receive the meeting link https://baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour
This Friday: Students in grades 7 through 12 can come to the Baltimore City Public Schools Central Office for the Meningococcal (MCV4) and/or Tdap vaccines. Come to the first-floor Board Room from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/immunizations.
TODAY, September 9: Bring your questions and hear from CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson from 5 - 7:30 p.m. at Wildwood Elementary/Middle School - including food and interpretation. Please register and we'll see you there! https://baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour
THIS WEEK: Two opportunities for conversation with CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson from 5 - 7:30 p.m. -- Wednesday, September 9, at Wildwood Elementary/Middle School AND Thursday, September 10 VIRTUAL SESSION. Please register: https://baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour
Happening NOW: Students in grades 7 through 12 can come to the Baltimore City Public Schools Central Office for the Meningococcal (MCV4) and/or Tdap vaccines. Come to the first-floor Board Room from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/immunizations.
TOMORROW: Join us for dinner and conversation! Come to the next stop on CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson's 100-Day Listening Tour: 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 2, at Furley Elementary School (4633 Furley Ave.). Please register and we can't wait to see you there: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/3073091
Come out TOMORROW! Join CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson for dinner and conversation at the next stop on his 100-Day Listening Tour: 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 27, at Bay-Brook Elementary/Middle School (4301 10th St.). Please register and we can't wait to see you there: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/3073091
We want to inform you about an incident that occurred at school today that required us to temporarily evacuate the building at about 2:40pm.
An unsafe/unusual odor was detected in the gym locker room, and out of an abundance of caution, we immediately evacuated the building and contacted emergency services to assess the situation. The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our highest priority. The fire department arrived and, upon investigation, determined that one of the newly installed light bulbs had burned out. They explained that these particular bulbs can occasionally produce an unusual odor when they burn out.
We appreciate everyone’s cooperation and calm response during the evacuation. For the first day of school, our students were absolutely amazing, and we are so proud of them.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our school community. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
This year, our school academic goal is concise, yet ambitious: every single student will demonstrate at least 1.3 years of academic growth in both ELA and Math. Our team will meet this standard by providing instruction that is data-driven, flexible, responsive, and student-centered. We are dedicated to holding high expectations for every child entering our doors.
Our instructional focus for the year are as follows:
--Improving achievement outcomes specifically for our students with disabilities and our English Language Development (ELD) cohort through tailored scaffolding and inclusive practices.
--Strengthening core learning through daily small-group instruction and personalized learning so every student receives the exact intervention or acceleration they need.
--Continuing the work we began last year with The Writing Revolution to ensure meaningful writing practice occurs across every content area so students learn to articulate complex thinking in science, social studies, math, and the arts.
Equal to our academic vision is our core climate and culture goal: ensuring every student and family genuinely feels they belong in our school community. Belonging doesn’t just happen; Every member of our community has to intentionally work every day to ensure we are building connections. We are building connection through various strategies, including:
--Continued emphasis on FSK’s Core Values
--Continued morning meetings, advisory circles, and monthly town halls ensuring every student is given space to share their voice.
--Monthly Admin Chats (virtual) to listen to family feedback and celebrate student progress outside of formal conferences.
--Ensuring our physical spaces reflect the rich, diverse backgrounds of the families we serve.
--Ensuring every single student on campus has at least one trusting adult looking out for them.
When students feel seen, valued, and secure, and when families feel connected to the school, academic growth naturally follows. When we say ‘We Are FSK’, it is our goal that every student knows that means THEY are FSK!
Let’s have an amazing year, on purpose! We'll see you soon.
Tenerra McFadden, Principal
Want to be heard? CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson is hosting a Listening Tour to connect with students, families, staff, and community members. Please register and we can't wait to see you there: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/3073091
New dates! CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson is hosting a Listening Tour to connect with students, families, staff, and community members. Please register and we can't wait to see you there: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/3073091
Just two weeks until the first day of school! City Schools created a list of free back-to-school supply events on our Facebook Community Resource Page. Join the group to check it out! https://www.facebook.com/groups/cityschoolscommunityresources
TONIGHT: CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson will host a listening session at Poly! In alignment with his first 100-Day Entry Plan, Dr. Dawson is hosting a First 100 Days Listening Tour to connect with school communities. Students, families, staff, and community members of all ages are invited to attend and share their experiences, ideas, and priorities for the future of City Schools. Register and learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/3039641.
THIS WEEK: CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson visits Poly for the second listening tour event! In alignment with his first 100-Day Entry Plan, Dr. Dawson is hosting a First 100 Days Listening Tour to connect with school communities. Students, families, staff, and community members of all ages are invited to attend and share their experiences, ideas, and priorities for the future of City Schools. Register and learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/3039641.
I hope you all are having an amazing summer! We are creeping closer to the first day of school! Linked in this message is our Welcome Back Letter for SY26-27. The letter includes vital information and links to school supply lists, uniform information, grading policy, etc.
Welcome Back Letter: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PUWOgYmEerKadwoKtbRfivnXzeOJFSKN/view?usp=sharing
Welcome Back Letter (Spanish): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qe9oIifIq16BfNiAUa9Hsxx3TYh2GYya/view?usp=sharing
Also, not sure if you saw the Banner Article about City Schools MCAP growth. The article highlights FSK's growth in MCAP scores in grades 3-5 for both ELA and Math! Shout out to Ms. Farcosky, Ms. McKenna, Ms. Barton, Ms. Gauthier, Ms. Harris, and Mr. Mutolo for building on the foundation set by our PreK-2 teachers and pushing our kiddos to proficiency and beyond!
Here is the link to the article:
https://www.thebanner.com/education/k-12-schools/baltimore-city-mcap-results-2026-O4WJL6EOUJFPXI2ZKWLGRTFNEY/?bis=article-action-link
Have a great day, on purpose!
TOMORROW: City Schools' CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson will host the first of six listening tour events! In alignment with his first 100-Day Entry Plan, Dr. Dawson is hosting a First 100 Days Listening Tour to connect with school communities. Students, families, staff, and community members of all ages are invited to attend and share their experiences, ideas, and priorities for the future of City Schools. Register and learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/3039641.
