Change Your Clocks - Fall Back - Sunday, November 5th
Daylight saving time for 2023 will end on Nov. 5 with most Americans having to "fall back" for the biannual time change and turn their clocks back an hour — and it looks likely to remain that way for the foreseeable future
November: Week #2 - November 6-10, 2023
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.
- Competitive Cheer Tryouts may begin
Tuesday (11/7/23) - College Visit: Mott at 9:35 a.m.
- Club Photos during SRT - wear your club shirt
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
Wednesday (11/8/23)
- No After School Tutoring due to Staff Meeting - 2:40 to 3:40 pm
Thursday (11/9/23)
- Club Photos during SRT - wear your Club Shirt
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
- School House Rock Musical - 7:00 p.m. in FHS Auditorium
Friday (11/10/23) -
- NHS Blood Drive - all day
- FHS E-Sports Team Fundraiser at The Last Level (14281 Fenton Rd) $5 admission
- FHS Bowling Team Tryouts: Holly Lanes 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
- School House Rock Musical - 7:00 p.m. in FHS Auditorium
Saturday (11/11/23) - Veterans' Day
- School House Rock Musical - 7:00 p.m. in FHS Auditorium
Report Cards
Report Cards Are Being Posted Soon - Check our Parent & Student Vue for 1st marking period grades
Parents and Students are reminded that 1st marking period report cards are not mailed, rather they are posted to Parent & Student Vue.
Remember these grades ARE NOT posted to the transcript, that happens at the end of the 1st semester in mid-January. Grades are calculated as follows:
1st marking period (8/22 - 10/27/23) = 40% of 1st semester grade
2nd marking period (10/30 - 1/12/24) = 40% of 1st semester grade
Semester Exams (January 10, 11, & 12, 2024) = 20% of 1st semester grade
NHS Blood Drive #1 - Friday (11/10/23)
Fenton High School's National Honor Society is hosting its first blood drive of the year on Friday, November 10th in the FHS Auxiliary Gym. Please check out the height & weight chart for young donors (see below) and start getting your permission slips/consent to donate forms filled out and turned in to Mrs. Hazlett.
For more info: Contact: vhazlett@fentonschools.org
November: Week #3 - November 13 - 17, 2023
Monday (11/13/23)
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
- Boys' Basketball, Bowling, Ski & Wrestling tryouts may begin
Tuesday (11/14/23) - College Visit: Rochester Unversity at 9:35 a.m.
- Young Women & the Workforce Field Trip - 7:30 to 2:00 p.m.
- GCI Presentation to 10th Graders during SRT in the Main Gym.
- 12th Grade Make-up Josten's Cap & Gown presentation in the FHS Auditorium.
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.,
Wednesday (11/15/23)
- Building Leadership Mtg. - 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
Thursday (11/16/23)
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
Friday (11/17/23) -
Saturday (11/18/23) -
November: Week #4 - November 20 - 24, 2023
Monday (11/20/23) -
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
Tuesday (11/21/23) -
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
Wednesday (11/22/23)
- No School - Thanksgiving Break
Thursday (11/23/23)
- No School -Thanksgiving Break
Friday (11/24/23) -
- No School -Thanksgiving Break
Saturday (11/25/23) -
November: Week #5 - November 27 - Dec 1st
Monday (11/27/23) -
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
Tuesday (11/28/23) -
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
Wednesday (11/29/23)
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
Thursday (11/30/23)
- Student Interest Day - No Travel in SRT
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
Friday (12/1/23) -
Saturday (12/2/23) -
December: Week #1 - December 4 - 8, 2023
Monday (12/4/23) -
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
Tuesday (12/5/23) -
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
- Parent University - Topic: Stress Management - 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday (12/6/23)
- NO After School Tutoring due to Staff Meeting
- Staff Meeting - 2:40 to 3:40 p.m.
Thursday (12/7/23)
- After School Tutoring (aka AST) 2:40 to 3:40 p.m., unless taking a bus, then 3:20 p.m.
Friday (12/8/23) -
- Young Men & The Workforce Field Trip - 7:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Fenton Community Orchestra Concert - 7:30 p.m.
Saturday (12/9/23) -
- Fenton Community Orchestra Concert - 7:30 p.m.
GCI Presentation to 10th Graders - Tuesday (11/14/23)
Genesee Career Institute will be sending representatives to FHS to speak with current 10th grade students to learn about the course offerings available to them as 11th and 12th graders. There will be a 10th Grade Class Meeting during SRT on Tuesday, November 14th to hear the presentation.
Attendance Plan Review Time
Students placed on an Attendance Plan last May/June had credit put "on hold" for 10 weeks. He/she should schedule an Attendance Review Meeting with FHS Administration, IF he/she met the following conditions:
- No unexcused absences for 1st marking period of 2023-24 (8/22 to 10/27).
- No more than 3 tardies total for all class combined.
Attendance is viewable on Parent & Student Vue, so you can see if conditions have been met.
Note: Students who DID not meet the Attendance Plan conditions should meet with his/her counselor to determine the impact on being on track for graduation.
Reminders from the Office
- Call by NOON the day after an absence to excuse it.
- Use Parent Drop Off - Do not drop students in other lots.
- Door Dash, or any other food delivery, is NOT permitted.
- Call early for a dismissals, so passes can be issued early in the day to your student.
- All students should CHECK OUT in the Main Office.
- Students are NOT allowed to go to vehicles during the school day, without administrator permission.
- Closed Campus - students are NOT to leave campus without administrative permission.
- Math Lab - Every 4th hour & lunch for any student.
- After School Tutoring - Mon - Thursday from 2:40 to 3:40 p.m. Permission slip needed
- Read the Weekly Update (sent every Friday) for important updates & deadlines!!!
E-Funds Info
After a successful pilot by Athletics in 202-21using E-funds (electronic payments), the program is being expanded to make paying for other school related items much easier.
Parents should set up an E-funds account by following these steps:
1. Locate your child's student ID number (six-digit number on report cards & transcripts) and
go to the E-funds website.
2. https://payments.efundsforschools.com/v3/districts/56532
3. Click on "Create an Account".
4. Provide request information.
5. Click "Create Account".
Introduction Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uAryLiihmygRVYwEYXLObRo1TjwFuFtiIVTBn_UvzSg/edit?usp=sharing
Link to Informational Document:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IqIXFV3Y1rG1jX_2jw1cWUyv-fR1MVObkxBg-pTQbsY/edit?usp=sharing
FHS State Bank Athlete of the Week
State Bank Athlete of the Week nominations continue and congratulations to this week's winner from Fenton:
1. Mark Behnfeldt: Boys' Soccer: Mark scored the tying goal against Cranbrook in our Regional semifinal game, extending the game into overtime, then to penalty kicks. Mark is normally a defender and not one of our usual goal scorers!
2. Megan Gornick: Girls' Volleyball: Megan was a huge piece in Fenton winning the FML Championship against Lake Fenton and also in winning the Motor City Powers Series this weekend. Megan hit .319 with 22 kills. She had 15 blocks, and served 100%. Megan in an outstanding teammate and student athlete!
Winter Sports Coming Soon - See Tryout Dates Below
If you are interested in FHS Winter Sports, tryouts begin:
October 30: Gymnastics & Ice Hockey
November 6: Competitive Cheer
November 13: Bowling, Boys'' Basketball, Skiing & Wrestling
November 20: Girls' Basketball, Boys' Swim & Dive
Remember, to tryout you must have a sport physical dated after April 15, 2023 and be completely registered on the Final Forms website at:
https://fenton-mi.finalforms.com
Pay to Participate Fee is $230 for the 2023-24 school year.
Academic Eligibility: 10th - 12th grade students must pass 4 out of 6 classes plus SRT in the previous semester. Incoming 9th grade students are automatically eligible for the first semester of their freshmen year and transition to the criteria above beginning with the second semester.
Winter Sports Coaching Info
Boys Basketball - Coach Schroeder
email: tschroeder@fentonschools.org
Girls Basketball - Coach Kutchey
email: dkutchey@fentonschools.org
Bowling - Coach Ron Little
email: rlittle@fentonschools.org
Gymnastics - Coach Nancy Holden
email: nholden@lindenschools.org
Hockey - Coach Jason Warda
email: jasonwarda@gmail.com
Boys & Girls Alpine Ski - Coach Tim Hiscock
email: skicoachtim@protonmail.com
Boys Swim and Dive - Coach Brad Jones
email: bjones@fentontigers.org
Wrestling - Coach Buddy Poyner
email: budrobusiness@gmail.com
Winter Sports Tryout Information
- All boys in Varsity Swim this winter, there is a sign-up sheet in Mr. Jones' classroom, room 10-113.
- All girls interested in basketball, there was an informational meeting on October 19th during SRT, with tryouts taking place November 20th. For more information, contact Coach Kutchey at dkutchey@fentonschools.org.
- An informational meeting took place on Tuesday, October 17th for Boys' interested in playing basketball. Tryouts will begin November 13th. For additional information, please contact Coach Schroeder (tschroeder@fentonschools.org) and/or Coach Stark (pstark@fentonschools.org).
- Gymnastics - Tryouts will be on Mon (10/30) and Wed (Nov 1st) - 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. at Linden's Multi-purpose building.
- Bowling - Tryouts on November 10th at Holly Lanes from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
FAPS Ski & Snowboard Club Information - Annual Registration Meeting - 11/30 at Tomek 6 pm
FAPS Ski & Snowboard Club - Annual Registration & Meeting - November 30th @ Tomek Eastern 6pm / New Member Presentation @ 6:15pm
Who: Students & Parents (beginner to expert) at least 7yrs old to join the club and participate in the group ski lessons. There are discounted tickets for 6 and under who want to go with parents.
What: Discount lift tickets & rentals at Mt. Holly. More info at the meeting or contact:
- Mrs. Loria - mloria@fentonschools.org (AGS/FHS students) or
Mrs. Eastman- seastman@fentonschools.org
When: Sign up Thursday, 11/30/23 @ 6pm at Tomek Eastern Cafetorium
Actual club start dates will depend on weather & Mt. Holly.
If you are all set on information (previous members) and just need to buy your cards:
- Stop in on 11/30
- Get signed up…$30/per club membership card, or
- Sign up your first night out at Mt. Holly (whenever the season begins)
Fenton Elementary nights are Thursdays -----Mrs. Eastman
FHS/AGS Club nights are Fridays---- Mrs. Loria
Positivity Project - This Week's Theme: Other People Matter: Know my Words & Actions Affect Others
This week our school community will be focusing on the Other People Mindset of Knowing That My Words and Actions Affect Others. Everything that you say and do can affect others -- and your relationships with them.
Everything we do, say, text, tweet, snap, or post can positively or negatively impact other people. Our words and our actions are our choices to make, but they can have ripple effects long after we make them. Words and actions have the power to lift others up or tear them down, but, our words and actions also impact ourselves. When a group is comprised of individuals who are thoughtful about their words and actions -- individuals who show respect and consideration for the people around them -- we’re likely to have a happier and healthier culture.
To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.
Link to Video: Car Window Poetry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VqvO_D_H6E
Positivity Fundraiser - Would Make a Great Holiday Gift
Did you know every Thursday morning in the square, we have a Positivity table with treats, stickers, pencils, and small trinkets to put a smile on student faces when they walk into the building that day.
To help raise funds for the Positivity Thursdays held at Fenton High School, we will be selling draw-string bags with one of two different Fenton logos on it.
1. Fenton Shield
2. Fenton F-paw
Cost is $5.00 and they will be sold in the square in the morning before school. Get them before they are gone. Contact Mrs. Lemke at llemke@fentonschools.org if you want to get one.
FAFSA
Launch of the 2024–25 FAFSA® Form
There are major changes and improvements coming to the 2024–25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. As a result, the new form will be available in December 2023, not Oct. 1.
The launch date will apply only for the 2024–25 FAFSA form.
The changes to the FAFSA form for the 2024–25 aid year include
expanded eligibility for federal student aid and
a more streamlined application process.
Yearbook Information
Yearbooks can be purchased online only. More information and a link to order can be found on our site here: https://thefentonian.weebly.com/order-your-book.html or contact Mrs. Hoover. Her email is bhoover@fentonschools.org
In this week's newsletter:
Celebrate Nation Career Development Month! Each week a new career will be highlighted in the weekly CCR newsletter- CHECK IT OUT!
This week's CCR news (FIELD TRIP OPPORTUNITIES x2, Factory Two November Class Schedule, Michigan Achievement Scholarship, and more!)
Michigan Career Pathfinder
Xello for Families & Xello for Students
Positivity Project- Knowing my words & actions affect others
College Visit Calendar
College Application Waiver Codes
Scholarship Information **NEW** scholarship opportunities (military, college athletics, & more)
Employment/Volunteer Opportunities
Useful Links
Simon Says...
Past Newsletters
Community Bulletin Board
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
Community Outreach - Student Council & Flint Metro League
Members of Student Council attended the Flint Metro League Student Council Meeting at Goodrich High School on October 26th where FHS's own, Melissa Schummer, was there to present about McKennasquad Beauty Bar - how it began & what the organizations does now & how Student Council joined in with a service project to create bags for Children's Hospital of Cincinnati. Tee bags are full of makeup & a personal message for each child.
Need to Email a Teacher
Need To Email or call a Teacher?
Students/Parents needing to reach a teacher/staff member during can:
- Go to www.fentonschools.org website
- Click on "Our Schools" and locate Fenton High School from the drop down menu.
- Go to the heading "Our Team" and find the sub-heading "Staff Directory"
- Names are listed alphabetically with a "Send Message" link under the name as well as the phone number to that staff member.
Angel Tree
Rotary club of Fenton is organizing our annual Angel Tree event for 2023. If you have a child attending Fenton schools and need help with Christmas gifts for your child(ren), please complete this application ASAP to be considered for our program.
The deadline for applications is NOVEMBER 22rd.
Our date for delivery of packages with be December 16th.
FHS & Easter Seals
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.
Suicide Awareness & Prevention
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.
Kinship Care
Contact: 800-535-1218 (Monday - Friday, 9-4 PM).
WEBSITE: kinship.msu.edu EMAIL: kinship@msu.edu
FARR
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
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Fenton High School
Office Hours: Monday through Friday - 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.
FHS Administration:
Michael Bakker, Principal
Zachary Bradley, Assistant Principal:
Laura Lemke, Assistant Principal:
Edward Uhrik, Athletic Director/Assistant Principal:
Counselors:
Brian Halas - Last Names A - F:
Michelle Pietraszkiewicz - Last Names G - N:
mpietraszkiewicz@fentonschools.org
Craig Golembiewski - Last Names O - Z:
cgolembiewski@fentonschools.org
Career & College Readiness Coordinator:
Lindsay Grady:
Email: mbakker@fentonschools.org
Website: www.fentonschools.org
Location: 3200 West Shiawassee Avenue, Fenton, MI, USA
Phone: (810) 591-2600
