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Happy Friday, Lil Steamer Families!

November 28, 2025

Happy Friday, LilSteamer Families!November 28, 2025
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From the Desk of: Principal Hoese

Lil Steamer Families --


I hope you all enjoyed a wonderful, restful, and delicious Thanksgiving holiday!


I spent most of Thursday spending time with family, arguing over nonsense, and enjoying the perfect moments with my imperfect family. I hope you all were able to find those moments as well.


As we dive into the final weeks of the first semester and calendar year, let's hold onto that warmth and gratitude this holiday season brings. Thank you for being the amazing school partners you are.


Wishing a joyful and restful weekend,

JAGH

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From the Desk of: AP Marten

I hope your family enjoyed a wonderful and relaxing Thanksgiving holiday, filled with great memories and a chance to recharge!


As we return, we are starting the final three weeks of the first semester. This is an important time for our students to solidify their learning and finish strong before the winter break.

  • Routines are Key: Please help us reinforce the daily school routine—getting enough sleep, eating a good breakfast, and arriving on time are more important than ever.

  • Focus on Fundamentals: Encourage reading at home every night and reviewing any concepts your child's teacher has identified as a focus area.

  • Positive Energy: We encourage you to speak positively about school and learning! A can-do attitude helps students manage their end-of-semester excitement.

Our teachers are committed to supporting every student through this final push. Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to a successful final three weeks!

From the Desk of: Counselor Meumann

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The Greatest Little Thanksgiving Turkey Parade in 2B! The Greatest Little Thanksgiving Turkey Parade in 2B!

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Meet the FBP/FES Family! Meet the FBP/FES Family!

It is easy to learn about the teacher that your child/children have or have had. However, at FBP and FES, we are one large team. For this reason, we will introduce and give some fun information about each of our family members in our newsletter!

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FES Winter Concerts FES Winter Concerts

Winter Concerts are coming very soon! Less than 3 weeks away!

Click the image below for the dates/times and mark your calendars- you won't want to miss it!

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5th Grade Potato Shoe Crew wishes all the FES families a wonderful Thanksgiving! Enjoy the potatoes!!
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CKH November Character Trait: Teamwork CKH November Character Trait: Teamwork

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Positions Available Positions Available

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Teacher Amazon Wish Lists! Teacher Amazon Wish Lists!

Art - Mrs. Long
Music - Mrs. Anton
Counselor - Mrs. Meumann
Speech - Ms. Bri
KB - Mrs. VanZuiden
KC - Mrs. Gardner
K/1 Resource - Mrs. Whitney
1C - Mrs. Schipper
1D - Ms. Helm
2B - Mrs. Stern
2C - Ms. Norman
2/3 Resource - Mrs. Kampe
3B - Mrs. Iverson
4A - Mrs. Alexander
4B - Mrs. Iben
4C - Mrs. Miner
4D - Ms. Smith
4/5 Resource - Mrs. Vandendooren
5A - Mrs. Snyder
5C - Ms. Davidson
Intervention - Mrs. Roos
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December Breakfast Menu December Breakfast Menu

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December Lunch Menu December Lunch Menu

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Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

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Kindergarten Reindeer Day

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Friday, Dec 5, 2025, 08:00 AM
Where?
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
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4th & 5th Gr Winter Concert

When?
Monday, Dec 8, 2025, 06:00 PM
Where?
Fulton High School, 12th Street, Fulton, IL, USA
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2nd Gr Winter Concert

When?
Tuesday, Dec 9, 2025, 06:00 PM
Where?
Fulton High School, 12th Street, Fulton, IL, USA
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3rd Gr Winter Concert

When?
Tuesday, Dec 9, 2025, 07:00 PM
Where?
Fulton High School, 12th Street, Fulton, IL, USA
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Early Release Day at FES (No preschool classes)

When?
Wednesday, Dec 10, 2025, 12:30 PM
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Kindergarten Winter Concert

When?
Wednesday, Dec 10, 2025, 06:00 PM
Where?
Fulton High School, 12th Street, Fulton, IL, USA
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1st Grade Winter Concert

When?
Wednesday, Dec 10, 2025, 07:00 PM
Where?
Fulton High School, 12th Street, Fulton, IL, USA
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Kindergarten Grinch Day

When?
Friday, Dec 12, 2025, 08:00 AM
Where?
Fulton Elementary School, 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
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Board of Education Meeting

When?
Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025, 06:30 PM
Where?
River Bend Community Unit District 2, IL, USA
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2nd Qtr & 1st Semester Ends

When?
Friday, Dec 19, 2025, 03:00 PM
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Winter Break Starts

When?
Monday, Dec 22, 2025, 08:00 AM
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No School - Teacher Institute Day

When?
Monday, Jan 5, 2026, 08:00 AM
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School Resumes - Winter Break Ends

When?
Tuesday, Jan 6, 2026, 08:00 AM
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Fulton Elementary School

Home of the Lil Steamers!

Email: jhoese@riverbendschools.net
Website: riverbendschools.org/fes
Location: 1301 7th Avenue, Fulton, IL, USA
Phone: (815)589-2911
Twitter: @FultonSteamers

Jeffrey Hoese
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Principal @ Fulton Elementary School (Fulton, IL)

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