23-24 FHS Weekly Update #12

Monday (10/9/23) -

• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
• Volley for a Cure - Volleyball Game - 5 pm (FHS Volleyball vs FHS Soccer)
• FAPS Bond Informational Meeting at State Road - 6-7 pm

Tuesday (10/10/23) -

• College Visit - Grand Valley State University at 9:45 a.m.
• AST - 2:40 to 3:40 p.m. -
• FAPS Informational Bond Mtg. at AGS Middle School 6-7 pm

Wednesday (10/11/23) - Parent Teacher Conferences

• AST - Cancelled due to Parent/Teacher Conferences
• FHS Parent/Teacher Conferences - 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in FHS Aux Gym & Cafeteria

Thursday (10/12/23) - Parent Teacher Conferences

• Josten's Meeting during SRT - Seniors 9:40 am - 10:OO am & Sophomores 10:10 - 10:30 am
• College Visit - University of Alabama at 9:35 a.m.
• College Visit - Hope College at 10:00 a.m.
• AST - Cancelled due to Parent/Teacher Conferences
• FHS Parent/Teacher Conferences - 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in FHS Aux Gym & Cafeteria
• Mott College Fair - 6:00 to 7:30 pm - Ballenger Field House (see graphic below)

Friday (10/13/23) - No School/Due to P/T Conferences held earlier in the Week

Saturday (10/14/23)

• Fenton vs. FML Crossover Opponent - TBA (away) - 7:00 p.m. Kick-off
• Dr. Wax Block Party, 120 N. Bridge Street, Linden, MI 48451 (see graphic below)
• Genesee County Tire Recycling, 6512 N. Dort Hwy, Flint - 9 am - 1 pm (see graphic below)
• Women's' Self Defense Class - (see graphic below)

Monday (10/16/23) -

• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.

Tuesday (10/17/23) -

• Deadline for signing up for PSAT/NMSQT test
• Academic Letter during SRT 9:35 - 10:30 am (based on grades in 2022-23) by Invite Only - Parents are welcome to attend.
• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
• Parent University in FHS Auditorium - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday (10/18/23) -

• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.

Thursday (10/19/23) -

• College Visit - Alma College at 10:00 a.m.
• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
• FHS Choir Concert at 7:30 p.m.

Friday (10/20/23) -

• Football vs Mason (home) - 7:00 p.m. Kick-off

Monday (10/23/23) -

• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.

Tuesday (10/24/23) -

• PSAT/NMSQT Test administered 7:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.,
• Parent University in FHS Auditorium - 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday (10/25/23) -

• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.

Thursday (10/26/23) -

• College Visit - Michigan State University at 9:35 a.m
• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
• Band Concert at 7:00 p.m.

Friday (10/27/23) -

• Football vs. MHSAA Playoffs - Time and Location are TBA

Monday (10/30/23) -

• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.

Tuesday (10/31/23) -

• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.,

Wednesday (11/1/23) - NO SCHOOL/Professional Development Day

Thursday (11/2/23) -College Visit - Michigan State University at 9:35 a.m

• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
• Community Conversation - FHS Media Center - 6:00 - 8:00 pm (see graphic below)

Friday (11/3/23) -

• Football vs. TBD

Saturday (11/4/23)

• Lace Up for Learning - registration at 8:00 am, race at 9:30 am (see graphic below)

Monday (11/6/23) -

• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.

Tuesday (11/7/23) -

• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.,

Wednesday (11/8/23)

• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.

Thursday (11/9/23)

• After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
• School House Rock Musical - 7:00 p.m. in FHS Auditorium

Friday (11/10/23) -

• NHS Blood Drive
• School House Rock Musical - 7:00 p.m. in FHS Auditorium
  

Saturday (11/11/23)

• School House Rock Musical - 7:00 p.m. in FHS Auditorium

In case you are starting to get calls/emails from teachers about tardies, parents/students are reminded about the changes to the FHS Attendance Policy (see the graphic below).

State Bank Athlete of the Week nominations continue and congratulations to this week's winner from Fenton:

1. Dillon Hamilton: Boys' Soccer: Dillon had a successful week against Kearsley, Linden, & Powers. Not only did Dillon play every minute of each game, he scored the game winners for each game. Dillon scored on goal against Kearsley; the game winning goal with less than a minute left against Linden; and two goals against Powers, including the game winner also with less than a minute left. Dillon leads the team in goals for the season with 10.

2. Sophia Rossi: Girls' Golf: Sophia shot a 94 at the league tournament on Monday which was played at Springfield Oaks. She helped her team to a second place finish. This was our only contest of the week.

Every year, at Homecoming time the Fenton Cross Country Team runs the game ball from the opponent's location back to Fenton. Mrs. Muzer sent us some sneak peek pictures this morning as the team gets ready at Flushing High School.

On Friday, October 6th, FHS students wrote messages on "Tiger Striped" wrist bands for the elementary students. These wrist bands were delivered to the elementaries so the "little diggers" could be a part of the Homecoming events and to learn more about Fenton High School's Own Your Stripes campaign.

ATTENTION ALL SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS! ATTENTION ALL SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS!his digital test is for students who are interested in gaining additional practice for the SAT exam. By taking this exam, students who are in 11th grade could potentially qualify for National Merit Scholarships. The test date is October 24 at 7:45am -11:15am at FHS. The cost of the test is $18 and can be paid for through efunds or check/cash in the counseling office. The deadline to register is October 17, 2023. To register for the test complete this form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1fiPv8__uWeHjUekHoFwdXemKTLZf941cyv68_9PBqW4/edit

September - October - Schedule Senior Interview with Counselor

Thursday, October 12th - Cap & Gown Presentation in SRT for Seniors (order forms hand-carried home)

Friday, October 20th - Common App due to Counselors

Monday, October 30th - Senior portraits due to Yearbook

Tuesday, October 31st - All Senior Interviews should be complete

Wednesday, November 1st - Early Admission deadline for many colleges

As promised at Senior Parent Night and in the Senior Class Meeting, here is a list of college application "waiver codes" that will save you money when applying to colleges (see Career & College Readiness newsletter below).

As of 9/19/23, the new Michigan Assured Admission Pact (www.maap.org) has officially launched. What does this mean for you? It means if you have a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) you will be assured admittance into ten of the fifteen public Universities in Michigan. You will still have to apply to the University but remember, many of them offer a free application in the month of October.

For more information on this new program and which schools are participating, check out the Career & College Readiness link in this same newsletter.

For yearbook information please go to the website at ​https://thefentonian.weebly.com or

contact Mrs. Hoover @bhoover@fentonschools.org

Senior Photos due Monday, October 30th - see the website for portrait specifications.

IN THIS WEEK'S CCR NEWSLETTER:

• This week's CCR news (direct admit nursing program, new business opportunity in Michigan, UTI virtual trade expo, and more!)
• SENIORS interested in a career in healthcare?
  
• Factory Two October Class Schedule
  
• Michigan Career Pathfinder
  
• Xello for Families & Xello for Students
  
• Positivity Project- Forgiveness
  
• College Visit Calendar
  
• College Application Waiver Codes
  
• Scholarship Information *NEW* October scholarships
  
• **NEW** Employment/Volunteer Opportunities
  
• Useful Links
  
• Simon Says...
  
• Past Newsletters
  

This is a reminder that we have a "Community Bulletin Board" on our district website where we post digital flyers related to community events, local clubs or activities, community sports programs, etc... Please visit the link to see what's happening throughout our community! #WeAreFenton

https://www.fentonschools.org/page/community-bulletin-board

Check out Dr. Wax's third annual Waxtober Block Party! There will be lots of activities such as professional fall photos, kids crafts, pumpkin bowling, bounce house obstacle course, giveaways, and MORE!

As a past or present patient: please bring your V.I.P voucher for an extra chance to win a basket valued at $100 from local businesses! (print the voucher and show at the registration table OR show on your phone)

We hope to see you in October at our Linden location in the parking lot!

Address: 120 N. Bridge Street, Linden, MI 48451

Start Earning Tickets NOW!

HOW TO:

• Go to our Waxtober Block Party Event Page

• Click "Going"

(This will add you to our guest list! We will give you an extra ticket to place in the giveaway bucket when you check in at our registration table!)

Along with...
• Share the event = 1 ticket
• Tag a friend = 1 ticket per friend tagged

Need To Email or call a Teacher?

Students/Parents needing to reach a teacher/staff member during can:

1. Go to www.fentonschools.org website
2. Click on "Our Schools" and locate Fenton High School from the drop down menu.
3. Go to the heading "Our Team" and find the sub-heading "Staff Directory"
4. Names are listed alphabetically with a "Send Message" link under the name as well as the phone number to that staff member.

FHS has partnered with Easterseals of Michigan. Easterseals offers school-based therapy with an onsite clinician 5 days per week including:

• Individual, family & group therapy utilizing evidence-based interventions.
• Specialized training & support services for parents & teachers
• Connections to numerous community resources
• Less time missed at work/school
• Fewer transportation conflicts
• Students can make appointments when convenient (avoiding test days, etc.)

Please contact the Counseling Department for more information at (810) 591-2612.

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. We're committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.

ABOUT THE LIFELINE

https://988lifeline.org/

Kinship care is the full-time care, nurturing and protection of children by family members, close family friends or other important adults in the child’s life. This could include grandparents, aunts, uncles, older siblings, family friends or members of their tribes or clans.

Contact: 800-535-1218 (Monday - Friday, 9-4 PM).

WEBSITE: kinship.msu.edu EMAIL: kinship@msu.edu

If you need assistance, and are in the Fenton, Lake Fenton, or Linden school districts, Fenton Area Resources & Referral Network (aka FARR) can help with emergency assistance and resources. See contact info below.

​

FARR

P.O. Box 529

Fenton, MI 48430

​Phone - (810) 750-6244

Fax - (810) 885-0286

​Email - FARRNetworkHelp@gmail.com

MEMO #078-23: Notice of Post-Graduation Opportunities Information Packet
Under MCL 380.1293, which passed in 2022, districts are required to annually provide a post-graduation opportunities informational packet to all students in grades 8-12 beginning on or before October 1, 2023 and by each October 1 thereafter.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fentonhs48430

Instagram: @fenton_hs

Twitter: @Fenton_HS

Website: www.fentonschools.org

Office Hours: Monday through Friday - 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

FHS Administration:

Michael Bakker, Principal

mbakker@fentonschools.org

Zachary Bradley, Assistant Principal:

zbradley@fentonschools.org

Laura Lemke, Assistant Principal:

llemke@fentonschools.org

Edward Uhrik, Athletic Director/Assistant Principal:

euhrik@fentonschools.org

Counselors:

Brian Halas - Last Names A - F:

bhalas@fentonschools.org

Michelle Pietraszkiewicz - Last Names G - N:

mpietraszkiewicz@fentonschools.org

Craig Golembiewski - Last Names O - Z:

cgolembiewski@fentonschools.org

Career & College Readiness Coordinator:

Lindsay Grady:

lgrady@fentonschools.org

Email: mbakker@fentonschools.org
Website: www.fentonschools.org
Location: 3200 West Shiawassee Avenue, Fenton, MI, USA
Phone: (810) 591-2600