Next Wednesday, September 23, is Family Conference Day. If you have not scheduled with your child's teacher yet, you can request a conference using this link. There will be no school for students on that day.
Hello Parents & Friends,
Our Tiger League basketball players and cheerleaders had a great first weekend last Saturday, and what would make next week even more exciting would be some additional help from you!
Volunteers will help with ticket taking and working the concession stand for two hour and fifteen minute shifts. Please register to volunteer here. This is our first real opportunity to assist our students and take something off our teachers' plates. I'd love to have these spots filled!
DON'T FORGET:
-Our first PTA meeting of the year is next Tuesday, September 22 at 5:30 p.m. in the cafeteria! We will be voting on our bylaws and budget as well as discussing ideas for the remainder of the year.
-Nominate a teacher or staff member for Staffer of the Week! Winners are shared on the school Facebook page every Sunday.
-September newsletter attached
We are proud to honor the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino, Latina, and Latinx Americans throughout our schools.
Follow along all month for stories and highlights from across JCPS!
Our newly formed PTA has some exciting events planned this fall!
See more information below or register to join the PTA here: https://forms.gle/CnzRRMAcekvpQJLf7
Our next meeting is September 22 at 5:30p in the school cafeteria. All are welcome!
Please direct all questions to President Mary Fowler at ferncreekelemntarypta@gmail.com
Congratulations to our Staff Member of the Week, Guidance Counselor Ms. Holcomb! She was nominated by Shauna Hedges because she "is always available to help no matter how busy she can be" and "my little girl thinks the world of her and she has made a huge impact in her life." She was also nominated by a student who says "On Monday she said my hair was pretty. It made me smile and happy because I was having a rough morning." Remember to nominate someone this week by Wednesday for our next winner! https://forms.gle/thywcfQqfHYqyQti9
Congratulations to our Staff Member of the Week, Ms. Montgomery! Students say that this week she "Stayed patient with us this week and still got things done when it was hard," and a parent complimented her for helping their child with things they didn't understand so they could grow more in math and reading. Way to go, Ms. Montgomery! Remember to nominate someone this week by Wednesday for our next winner! https://forms.gle/thywcfQqfHYqyQti9
HEAT UPDATE | Friday JCPS outdoor athletics start time moved to 8 p.m.
Due to the heat advisory on Friday, September 4, JCPS schools must adhere to the following updated schedule requirements:
- Football Games: Must now start at 8 p.m. or later (pushed back from 7 p.m.)
- Outdoor Practices and Other Competitions: Must be held in the morning or start at 8 p.m. or later
Reminder: All outdoor practices and competitions remain canceled today, Thursday, September 3.
Thank you in advance for prioritizing student safety. Please contact your coach or athletic director for updated information.
Football Games: Must start at 7 p.m. or later
Practices and Other Competitions: Must be held in the morning or start at 7 p.m. or later
As a reminder, all outdoor practices and competitions are canceled today, Thursday, September 3.
Thank you in advance for prioritizing student safety. Please contact your coach or athletic director for updated information.
September is here! Please read our monthly newsletter for timely updates and our school calendar. https://bit.ly/4qLooGL
JCPS UPDATE | Due to forecasted extreme heat this week, practices and game times on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday may be altered. Please check with your school's coach or athletic director for adjusted times or cancelations.
Additionally, ALL outdoor practices and competitions are canceled on Wednesday, Sept. 2, and Thursday, Sept. 3.
Congratulations to our Staff Member of the Week, Ms. Neely! She was nominated by Donisha Jackson because she is "Overall awesome" and "She always goes above and beyond, no matter what it is." Remember to nominate someone this week by Wednesday for our next winner! https://forms.gle/thywcfQqfHYqyQti9
🌟 TEACHER & STAFF MEMBER OF THE WEEK! 🌟
Fern Creek Elementary families — it’s time to show some love! 🐯
Do you know a teacher or staff member who went above and beyond this week? Someone who made a difference, brightened a child’s day, supported a student, or simply deserves a little extra recognition?
Nominate them for Teacher/Staff Member of the Week!
Let’s make sure the amazing people who make Fern Creek Elementary such a special place get the recognition they deserve!
Complete the form to nominate someone today!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdH834sBZXLMWS3tkT4AFHBwMvYBLOwA4_WZEcH2o1xsgGozw/viewform
Check out this opportunity from our family at Fern Creek High School. They are offering wrestling as an activity for elementary school students! Complete the form to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgQm8f0F6BRVZEyes92ZFNuWGncBMjKYuYiBW2uLyOHeqqGA/viewform?ts=6a29debd&edit_requested=true
View the LAP: https://www.canva.com/design/DAG2bBklRnQ/3r-5oYH2VnEDGflVdbC5PQ/view?utm_content=DAG2bBklRnQ&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hfa48bdac12
Available in multiple languages: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FSP9gKb5lplKaJpYFC3WZrHpgf5puE6U/view?ts=6a724033
The LAP explains the language support services, resources, and communication assistance available throughout the district. It also describes how JCPS provides interpretation and translation services, approved language-access technology, employee training, and multilingual communication practices across schools and programs.
If employees prefer to communicate in a language other than English, they can contact their immediate supervisor for work-related communication within their department or the appropriate district department when seeking assistance from another district office, such as Human Resources.
Schools, programs, and departments may request language support services through the Language Services Office to facilitate communication with students, families, and employees who prefer to communicate in a language other than English.
To learn more about the LAP, information about language support services, and district language access resources, visit the JCPS Language Services webpage: https://jeffersoncpsky.sites.thrillshare.com/o/jcps/page/language-services
