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From the Principal's Desk

March 1, 2021

From thePrincipal's DeskMarch 1, 2021

Greetings FWAFA Family,


I am so excited to announce that the month of March is Theatre in Our School month. Jackson Layton, FWAFA Thespian President, and Secretary Maya Michalski recently requested a proclamation from Mayor Betsy Price to name March as Theatre in Our Schools (TIOS) Month, a program promoted by the Educational Theatre Association.


A current Texas State Thespian Officer (STO), Jackson along with Maya have joined their fellow STOs across the state to have Theatre in our Schools Month declared in cities across Texas. With a goal of 10, the STOs now have proclamations in 13 cities.

Congratulations to Troupe 6391, Jackson Layton, and Maya Michalski, Chairs of FWAFa’s TIOS Committee for their advocacy of theatre in our schools!


I am so inspired when I see our students not only reach great heights in their arts and academics, but also apply their work as great leaders as well. Way to go!


Creatively yours,


Dr. Jackson

March is officially Theatre In Our Schools month! To celebrate, the Thespian troupe will be hosting a scavenger hunt centered around the Thespian mascot: a duck. Rubber ducks will be hidden around the school on March 26 for In-Person Learners to find. The student with the most ducks by the end of the day can bring them to Mrs. Jones and receive their prize (a visa gift card!). Happy Theatre in Our Schools month!

Student Election Season Starts Now!

Student election season is coming up which means that Student Council officer applications are now open! More details about each position are in the application form. If you are interested in applying for a class representative position, the application will be sent out with the class officer applications soon.

To be considered as a candidate, you must also have two recommendations from teachers/sponsors. That form is also below so that you can forward the link to the teachers.

- The deadline for applications is March 5th at 4 p.m.


- Interviews with applicants will be conducted March 8th- March 11th

- The ballot of candidates will be finalized on March 12th, and campaigning week will start the week of Spring Break and end on March 26th

- The elections will take place March 31st and April 1st, and the winners will be notified on April 2nd

If you have any questions, please email Ms. Mueller at karen.mueller@fwafa.org or Mrs. Smith at lisa.smith@fwafa.org.

FWAFA StuCo Application:
Teacher Recommendation Form

11th Grade SAT Prep Class Information

In preparation for the School-Day SAT, we are offering an SAT Prep Class. This class will provide students an opportunity to become more familiar with both tests. Our instructors (Mrs. Cook & Mrs. Van Dyck) will provide students with solid preparation in fundamental reasoning skills for all areas tested on the SAT and ACT.


This Prep Course consists of 6 sessions held on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons (4 – 6 PM) beginning on March 23rd.


Full list of dates: March 23, 25, 30, April 1, 6, and 8.


The cost of the course is $45 which includes 12 hours of instruction and two test preparation books.


Registration form and fee are due by Monday, March 1st. Please submit the registration form using the link below and payment to the front desk.


https://forms.gle/HAFLNeKRucc9k2yX8

Mark Your Calendar!

Monday, March 1 - Interim Assessments begin; Report Cards distributed during 8th period to In-School Learners. At-Home Learner Report Cards will be mailed by the end of the week


Thursday, March 4 - PTSO Fashion for $5.00 Day


Friday, March 5 - Student Council Officer Applications due


Saturday, March 6 at 2:00 p.m. - Talent Show on the Green Space; the Food Truck opens at 1:00 p.m.


Week of March 8-12 - Interim Assessments for Biology, US History, 5th grade Science, 8th grade Social Studies, 8th grade Science, Algebra - Teachers will send more details soon!


Wednesday, March 24 - Progress Reports distributed during 8th period to In-School Learners. At-Home Learner Progress Reports are available through Parent Portal and will be mailed by the end of the week.


Friday, March 26 - PTSO Family Movie Night - New Families Welcome! More details coming soon!


Tuesday, March 30 - Middle School and High School Scheduling Night - more details coming soon. Save the date! 6 p.m. on Zoom.


March 31 and April 1 - Student Council Elections


Wednesday, March 31 - Elementary Theatre Show "Happiest Pets on Earth" released to families.


Friday, April 2 - School Holiday


Tuesday, April 6 - 4th Grade STAAR Writing - more details coming soon; PTSO General Meeting via Zoom at 6:00 p.m.