25 - 26 FHS Weekly Update #15

October

27 - Deadline for Senior Portraits to be submitted for Yearbook (without penalty fee)

27 & 28 - Gymnastics Tryouts

31 - Football - Round #1 Playoffs

31 - Deadline for Senior Exit Interview Meeting with Counselors

November

1 - Early Admission Deadline for Colleges in State of Michigan

1 - MCBA Finals for Band

3 - No School/Professional Development Day

3 - FEF Grant Application Deadline

5 - FHS Staff Meeting/No After School Tutoring

6 - Three District - Career Fair

6 - Winter Coaches Meeting - FHS Media Center - 6:30 to 8:30 pm

11 & 13 - Club Photos for Yearbook

12 - Senior Class Parent Project - 7pm @AGS

14 - Blood Drive #2

15 - Ambassadors' Concert

19 - School Improvement/Building Leadership Mtg.

21- Curriculum Guide Revisions Due for 26-27

24 - Winter Meet the Team Night - 6:30 - 9 pm

26 - Start of Thanksgiving Break - No School (11/26, 11/27, & 11/28)

As we conclude the first marking period and set future goals for the second marking period. Student are reminded to "Own One's Stripes", and focus on the following "Top 10 Skills for Academic Success" (see below).

1. Attendance Awareness
   Why it's #1: You can’t succeed if you’re not present. Attendance directly affects academic performance, credit attainment, and relationships with teachers.
   
   

2. Goal-Setting & Planning
   Why it's #2: A clear four-year plan empowers students to make purposeful academic and career choices. Planning ahead ensures students stay on track for graduation and post-secondary success.
   
   

3. Time Management
   Why it's #3: Learning how to prioritize, meet deadlines, and use time wisely (especially during SRT) builds the habits needed for high school and beyond.
   
   

4. Self-Advocacy & Accountability
   Why it's #4: Students must learn to ask for help, reflect on their actions, and take ownership of their behavior. These are life skills that impact academic performance and personal growth.
   
   

5. Positive Relationships
   Why it's #5: Feeling connected to school through adults and peers increases engagement and motivation. Relationships create a support system for students.
   
   

6. Digital Literacy
   Why it's #6: Navigating digital platforms (StudentVue, ParentVue, Google Classroom) is crucial for keeping up with assignments, grades, and school communication.
   
   

7. Communication Habits
   Why it's #7: Strong two-way communication between school, students, and parents ensures everyone is aligned and informed.
   
   

8. Engagement & Involvement
   Why it's #8: Students involved in sports, clubs, or activities are more likely to feel a sense of belonging and do better academically.
   
   

9. Respect & Responsibility
   Why it's #9: Understanding and following rules (e.g., dress code, phone policy) supports a safe, respectful learning environment and reduces distractions.
   
   

10. Awareness of Support Resources
    Why it's #10: While vital, support systems can only help if students and parents are aware of them and willing to engage. Proactivity here often comes after some of the other foundational skills.

The end of the 1st marking period was October 17th and Teacher Grades are due on Friday, October 24th. After we also get grades from our outside partners (i.e. GCI, Mott, U of M, etc.) we will release grades via Parent Vue/Student Vue. Report cards will NOT be mailed.

Remember, 1st marking period grades are worth 40% of the semester grade. Semester grades are determined as follows: 1st mp (40%) + 2nd mp (40%) + Semester Exams (20%) = Overall semester grade. Example grade calculation using 75% 1st marking period and 80% second marking period and a 70% on semester exam grade ; (.75)(.40) + (.80)(.40) + (.70)(.20) = .30 + .32 + .14 = .76 = 76% or C for the overall semester grade.

1st marking period (8/19 - 10/17/25) = 40% of 1st semester grade

2nd marking period (10/20 - 12/16/25) = 40% of 1st semester grade

Semester Exams (December 17, 18, & 19, 2025) = 20% of 1st semester grade (This is a change from previous years for semester exams)!

Overall semester grades are what gets put on the official transcript in January, after grades are due 1/7/26.

Monday (10/27/25)

• After School Tutoring - 2:45 to 3:20 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus

Tuesday (10/28/25)

• After School Tutoring - 2:45 to 3:20 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus

Wednesday (10/29/25)

• After School Tutoring - 2:45 to 3:20 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus

Thursday (10/30/25)

• After School Tutoring - 2:45 to 3:20 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus

Friday (10/31/25)

• Football - First Round Playoffs

Monday (11/3/25) - No School/Professional Development Day

Tuesday (11/4/25)

• After School Tutoring - 2:45 to 3:20 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus

Wednesday (11/5/25)

• FHS Staff Meeting - 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. - No After School Tutoring

Thursday (11/6/25)

• Three District Career Fair - 7:00 am - 3:00 p.m.
• After School Tutoring - 2:45 - 3:20 p.m. If riding a bus, or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus
• Winter Coaches Meeting 6:30 - 8:30 pm in FHS Media Center

Friday (11/7/25)

Monday (11/10/25)

• After School Tutoring - 2:45 to 3:20 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus

Tuesday (11/11/25) - Veterans' Day

• Club Pictures in SRT
• After School Tutoring - 2:45 to 3:20 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus

Wednesday (11/12/25)

• After School Tutoring - 2:45 to 3:20 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus

Thursday (11/13/25)

• Club Pictures in SRT
• After School Tutoring - 2:45 to 3:20 p.m. (if riding a bus), or 3:40 p.m. if not riding the bus

Friday (11/14/25)

• NHS Blood Drive #2

Saturday (11/15/25)

• Ambassadors - 7:00 p.m. in FHS Auditorium

Project Graduation Planning Meeting

Wednesday, November 12th

7pm at AGS - please use the back entrance by the gym.

Questions? jwright@fentonschools.org

Parchment allows families/students to request, send, and, store transcripts. It also includes powerful tools to research colleges and admissions. We advise NOT to use school email addresses during the registration process, as there may be a need to access this resource beyond high school years.

To access Parchment, please follow these steps:

1. Login/ Register - Sign in at www.parchment.com and click Sign Up to log in or register.

2. Add School - Click Get Started, and add high school(s).

3. Select Destinations- Select destinations such as colleges, NCAA, Common Application, or yourself, and review your selection.

4. Provide Consent- Complete waiver form and e-sign the transcript authorization form.

5. Payment - Provide debit/credit card payment if fees are required.

6. Track Order - Order Status will be emailed and updated in Parchment account.

Between now and October 31st, every FHS Senior should schedule a Senior Interview with his/her counselor. Topics covered in the Senior Interview include the following:

1. Credit Check - to verify student is on track credit-wise for graduation

2. College Applications - both individual and the Common App

3. Financial Aid/FAFSA

Seniors should set-up their appointment using the links provided at the Senior Class Meeting on 8/26/26. Parents are able to attend the Senior Interview.

Kiwanis Club of Flint Michigan October Athlete(s) of the month winners!

Students who have paid their participation fees or purchased the student pass this year, your passes are digital and MUST be used with Go Fan (app). Check your school gmail for an email from Mrs. Dailey in Athletics to access your pass.

If you plan on attending any home contests, you have to have the pass loaded on your mobile device.

Steps:

1. Pay your participation fees

2. Within 48 hours you will receive an email from Renee Dailey with directions

3. Follow the directions described in the email. Click the "sports pass" image above for a pdf version of the directions!

Fenton High School NHS recognized that not all students have the same access to adequate hygiene products, and they have set out a goal to help.

Consequently, they are sponsoring a "Hygiene Drive" competition (by SRT) with the SRT class with the most donations being rewarded with a pizza party.

Please consider helping out this worthy cause!.

FHS Ambassadors will be holding their 37th annual Holiday Greenery & Wreath Sale with delivery taking place the week of November 24th (just in time for decorating or gifting).

See the order form below.

Hungry for Hungry Howie's?

Purchase a Coupon Book and support the FHS Key Club in the process. Contact a Key Club member or Mr. Suchowski for more information! (msuchowski@fentonschools.org)

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, provides a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future. At its heart are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are an urgent call for action by all countries - developed and developing - in a global partnership. They recognize that ending poverty and other deprivations must go hand-in-hand with strategies that improve health and education, reduce inequality, and spur economic growth – all while tackling climate change and working to preserve our oceans and forests.

The SDGs build on decades of work by countries and the UN, including the UN Department of Economic & Social Affairs.

Mr. Smith and his Video Productions crew have been hard at work creating the next episode of the FHS News. Check out the September 19th episode here.

1st Episode (9/5/25) Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lLbDMh5Oryf-9OReANBS6xUq2MQVnoXK/view?usp=sharing

2nd Episode (9/19/25): https://drive.google.com/file/d/17eVDWu5b4m9DUo32C2efoqcWcnGLeNBb/view

3rd Episode (10/3/25)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BgMK7UKtQKlzEGExl1ysmXplIALNPKNj/view?usp=sharing

4th Episode (10/17/25)

https://drive.google.com/file/d/17Dp-5Q81Pz-LcMoE7bhkfgvvitqSxvwV/view?usp=sharing

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

Here are the links for Summer Work Permits:

Under 16 years: https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/ber/wage-and-hour/work-permits

Age 16–17 yrs: https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/ber/wage-and-hour/work-permits

• Beginning April 2, 2025, HB 5594 changed work-hour restrictions for 14- and 15-year-olds to align with federal law, limiting them to 3 hours per school day, 18 hours per school week, and 40 hours per non-school week, with work allowed only between 7 AM and 7 PM (or 9 PM from May 31 until Labor Day)
• Work Permits Shifting to LEO - PA 196 of 2024 moves the responsibility for issuing work permits from schools to the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity starting no later than October 1, 2026. Schools will still retain the authority to revoke permits for attendance or academic concerns, maintaining a key leverage point for student engagement.
• There will be some additional, minimal process for employers and minors (or their parents), as well as a new database of authorized youth employers available online, but that process will be handled entirely by LEO once they take over the work permit system.

Every Friday during the school year, FHS will push out a Weekly Update to students/parents. These updates are also posted on the Fenton Area Public Schools website and are housed there for families to be able to refer back to them.

1. Go to www.fentonschools.org

2. Click on Schools & select Fenton High School

3. Go to heading "Our School"

4. Look for subheading called "Weekly Updates"

To help reduce the length of the Weekly Update while still providing parents with easy access to multiple resources, we have created the 25-26 FHS Parent Cheat Sheet. It will be housed on our website and included in the FHS Weekly Updates.

1. Application for Free & Reduced Breakfast/Lunch - which also includes discounts on Pay to Play, AP & IB Testing Fees, Chromebook fees, Summer School, etc. https://fenton.familyportal.cloud/

2. Bus Routes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17POEDFrmeNl4MVdreNxXpca-oV7WwuU6/view?usp=sharing

3. FHS Calendar: a) Click HERE for the FHS calendar. b) Once on the calendar, click on the graphic in the bottom right corner to add it to your calendar. The graphic has a plus symbol and the words Google Calendar.

3. Chromebook Agreement & Google Form

Agreement Form: https://www.fentonschools.org/o/fps/page/11-chromebook-initiative

Google Form: https://fentonschools.incidentiq.com/policy/866691ce-5be0-44b3-8231-0a001291884b/lookup

3. Lunch Menu: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2673/FPS/5992098/September-_FHS.pdf

4. Medication Form:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1O58bESswPRVDumznMmrkDoiiV7C9WqAC_MLmOaYCn5w/edit?tab=t.0

5. Outside Food deliveries - Outside food deliveries compete with what is sold in the cafeteria as part of the federal school lunch programs, creates confusion, incorrectly implies students can order food for delivery to the cafeteria, and results in strangers (delivery people) trying to enter the campus creating a safety issue, therefore are not permitted.

6.Parking Registration Form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfwhFp8jh0YSRNzfzYw5Zg5jrQ0A_zAS6tgZGTUZQ4X2o0s5g/viewform

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.

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FARR

P.O. Box 529

Fenton, MI 48430

​Phone - (810) 750-6244

Fax - (810) 885-0286

​Email - FARRNetworkHelp@gmail.com

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.

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

FHS Administration:

Michael Bakker, Principal

mbakker@fentonschools.org

Laura Lemke, Assistant Principal (Grade 10 & 12):

llemke@fentonschools.org

Edward Uhrik, Athletic Director/Assistant Principal:

euhrik@fentonschools.org

Jennifer Yonkof, Assistant Principal (Grades 9 & 11)

jyonkof@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

IB Diploma Coordinator:

Mark Suchowski

msuchowski@fentonschools.org

Phone (810) 591-2610

Early Middle College/Dual Enrollment Coordinator

Samantha Burns

sburns@fentonschools.org