
The FAST Flyer
The View from Above, Vol. 6 Issue 21
Jan. 13, 2024
HAPPENINGS
Middle School Math
Preparing for 2024-25
If you have not already responded to the Intent to Return Survey, we ask that you do so as soon as possible. You only need to complete this once, but it is important for us to understand how many seats we have to offer in the lottery.
ALL siblings who do not currently attend FAST this year but would like to attend FAST next year MUST apply for the lottery. Siblings are not guaranteed a spot at FAST and must enter the lottery in the event that we have more siblings than available seats. We will attempt to ensure that all families with a sibling who will enter FAST next year follow the process correctly, but it is up to the parents to enter their child in the lottery. Currently enrolled students DO NOT need to enter the lottery.
If you have questions about the re-enrollment process or the lottery, please reach out to Marie Emerson at marie.emerson@fastk8.org. She will be happy to answer your questions or to ensure you followed the process correctly.
Roswell High School Prospective Families
For our 8th graders who are zoned for Roswell High School, you are invited to a Prospective Families event Friday, February 9 at 9am in the RHS auditorium. A tour of the school will follow an informal program and the event will conclude with a Q&A session in the atrium. This is a 2-hour event. Parents and students are welcome. The event flyer is attached.
Register to attend at: RHS 2024 Prospective Family Day Registration
Deadline to RSVP is 2/5/2024, 3:30 pm. Please contact Ms. Townsend at 470-254-4642 or townsendb@fultonschools.org with any questions.
Enrichment Clubs
After school enrichment clubs for second semester are now posted on the FAST website. Options include art, marine biology, chess and more. This semester brings us a new club - Purposeful Play Tinkergarten. You can find more information about each club including start and end dates, cost, and how to sign up by visiting http://www.fastk8.org/after-school-vendor-clubs/
US News & World Report
Did you hear the news? FAST has ranked #1 among all elementary charter schools in Georgia and #2 among charter middle schools in the state! This recognition is based on test performance and how well our students are prepared for high school. As a fairly new school, we are incredibly proud of this achievement and look forward to many more years of outstanding performance.
NEWS FROM THE PTO
Library Books!
The FAST Library is accepting donations for the most requested book titles and genres. The students have been making book requests over the past few months and are excited for the refresh. Let's fulfill their requests and continue to foster their love of reading! Help us add some new books to the FAST library for students to enjoy for years to come.
Things to Note:
*Gently used and new books are welcomed
*Hardback are preferred, but paperback are fine too
*Please use this sign up to select a book or books that you will donate so that we can keep track of donations
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090D4FAEAD2FA5FD0-47054523-newbooks
*Please note that the FAST library has limited space, therefore we can only accept books from the list at this time. Thank you in advance for your donations.
- You are encouraged to write a short note in the front cover of the book that you donate to add a personal touch. Students and teachers who check out these books, this year and future school years, will cherish the personal connection. Example: "We hope this book inspires your creativity- Donated by The Smith Family 2024"
- Please place book/books into a plastic grocery bag with a note stating "library donation". You can place (or have your child place) the bag into the grey bin by the front door of Innovation Hall. It will be checked daily.
Questions? Please email the volunteer parent coordinator, Courtney Lee, at library@fastk8.org
Library Volunteers Needed!
Library Volunteers are also needed. Please email library@fastk8.org if you would like to be added to the library volunteer email list.
Krispy Kreme Digital Dozens Fundraiser
We want to raise money for our school while treating you and your family for being awesome. Purchase your Krispy Kreme Digital Dozens at the link below
https://fastk8pto.membershiptoolkit.com/form/m/266611
How it works:
1.You purchase the waiver in the above link. You can purchase as many as you want (A sweet option to gift the waiver to friends).
2. We will email you a digital waiver for a dozen Original glazed donuts at Krispy Kreme. (It might take a few days)
3. You can use that waiver to purchase your donuts anytime at any Krispy Kreme location.
4. Share it with family and friends. Thank you so much for supporting our staff and students.
REMINDERS
School Arrival
Cold and Flu Season
With cold and flu season upon us, please help us prevent the spread off illness throughout the school by keeping your student home if they are not feeling well. You can refer to this graphic or contact the school nurse at victoria.murray@fastk8.org if you have any questions or concerns.
Cold Weather Wear
Please keep in mind that our students have outdoor PE and recess everyday unless it is raining or below freezing. It is important that you are sending your student to school with the appropriate attire for the weather (i.e. pants and jackets). We understand that some students prefer wearing shorts every day, but it may not be the best choice when the temperatures begin to plummet.
School Hours
Uniforms
All students are expected to be in proper uniform every day. Repeat violations of uniform code will result in a call from the front office with a request to bring the appropriate clothing for the student. FAST uniform includes FAST logo polo or spirit wear, khaki or navy bottoms (or black for middle school). Shirts without the FAST logo are not considered proper uniform.
School Communication
All questions or concerns you have regarding your student should first be directed to their teacher. Please allow up to 48 hours for a response. If the teacher is unable to provide resolution, you should contact the Assistant Principal for your child's grade. On the off chance that you still have not been able to reach a resolution after contacting the teacher and the AP, you can contact Principal Mary Miller at mary.miller@fastk8.org. Our communication and escalation policy can be found on our website.
While under the auspices of Fulton County Schools, we are governed by our own governing board. Sending your issues directly to Fulton County rather than following the FAST communication chain will cause a delayed response as they will only defer to FAST and forward the issue back to us to address.
Smoke Free Campus
Early Dismissal Reminders
Please keep these times in mind when scheduling afternoon appointments and plan accordingly.
Lunch
Visiting Campus
Follow Us on Social Media!
LOOKING AHEAD
Jan. 15: MLK Day (school closed)
Jan. 16: Professional development day (students off)
Feb. 12-16: Kindness Week
Feb. 16: Lottery Day for 2024-25
Feb. 19: President's Day (school closed)
Feb. 20: Professional development day (students off)
A printable version of the 2023-24 school calendar can be found HERE
THE LATEST FROM FULTON COUNTY SCHOOLS
FAST
Fulton County Schools
GA Charter Schools Association
FULTON ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Email: info@fastk8.org
Website: www.fastk8.org
Location: 11365 Crabapple Road, Roswell, GA, USA
Phone: 678-321-1100
Facebook: facebook.com/FASTK8.School/
Twitter: @fastk8charter