The flowers are blooming as the sweet smell of spring ushers us into the final stretch of the school year. You may notice changes in your children as well this time of year. From increased energy and restlessness to daydreaming in school, it is easy to catch SPRING FEVER!
So how can parents help children finish out the school year strong? The key is to come up with positive ways to channel that extra energy. Fresh air and sunshine, getting lots of sleep, and mixing up daily routines are just some of the things we can do to keep our students focused on learning.
As a reminder, Georgia Milestones testing gets underway this month with Middle School End of Grade Tests (EOG) for grades 6-8 starting on April 24 and running through May 5. Elementary Milestones testing begins on May 3 and runs through May 11. High School End of Course Exams (EOC) begin this month as well. Please see the academic subjects and testing days for EOC exams in the "Dates To Remember" section of this month's edition of the FCS Messenger.
Dates To Remember
Board Work Session
(North Learning Center)
Thursday, April 13
School Board Meeting
(South Learning Center)
Thursday, April 20
National Library Week
April 24-28
Middle School GMAS End of Grade (EOG) Testing
Grades 6 through 8
April 24 - May 5
High School End of Course Exams (EOC) Testing
American Lit. - April 24 & 25
US History - April 26
Biology - April 27
Algebra I - April 28
April is:
Autism Awareness Month
National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Textbooks on Display for Math Resources
FCS Mathematics Textbook Adoption Selection Committees have selected publisher materials to be reviewed by all teachers and the public until Friday, May 5. Digital resources are posted online on the Fulton County Schools website. Print and digital resources will be displayed for teacher and public review at the locations listed on the website.
"Out of the Box," Thinking Leads to Big Win for FCS Third Graders
A group of third graders at Summit Hill Elementary could change the world with one box. Their project, "Fresh for Change," recently won Best Overall in the elementary category at the Fulton County Schools (FCS) Design Thinking Competition. Read more.
Toolbox Program Trains Students in Math and Leadership Skills
Twenty-two fourth graders at Love T. Nolan Elementary walked into the Toolbox program not knowing what to expect. What they received was a new way of learning math and leadership skills, and the confidence to carry them to a possible career. Read more.
FCS Opens Two Additional S.A.F.E. Centers
FCS recently marked the grand openings of two additional S.A.F.E Centers in the district. S.A.F.E. stands for Student and Family Engagement. From food and clothing to counseling and mental health support, the purpose of the centers is to help connect students and families with the things they need to succeed. Read more.
"Let's Talk Schools!" Features the Performing Arts
In Episode 20, Dr. Looney interviews Betsy Eppes, Visual and Performing Arts Coordinator, and Dr. Matt Koperniak, Performing Arts Coordinator, about our talented fine arts department (art, music, theatre, and dance) and why it is so well-known in the state of Georgia and across the nation. Watch this episode.
Take Free College Courses This Summer
Engage in summer enrichment by taking advantage of free college courses offered through Georgia’s Dual Enrollment program. Students can get ahead and earn both college and high school credits. Read more.
Johns Creek, Chattahoochee High Schools Clinch State Swim Titles
Convincing a high schooler to get out of bed before 6 a.m. is a feat. But that early hour is just the start of a normal day for the Chattahoochee High School and Johns Creek High School Swim and Dive teams. Some of them are practicing while we’re hitting snooze on our alarm clocks.Read more.
Virtual Learning: FAVE Registration is Now Open
The 2023-2024 application is available until April 21 for families wishing to register for the Fulton Academy of Virtual Excellence (FAVE). FAVE is a full-time, online school that allows students in grades 3-12 to attend classes in a more flexible format outside of the traditional 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., face-to-face school day. Instruction includes a blend of live, online lessons and self-directed lessons from our teachers.Register here.
Summer Learning Registration is Now Open
Registration is open until May 25 for our Summer Learning Program. This program provides an opportunity for students to accelerate or recover credits during the time between school years. Face-to-face and virtual offerings exist and often provide students with a broader array of options than those available during the school year. For invitation criteria, courses offered, and registration information, please visit the Summer Learning website.
