Happy Friday, Lil Steamer Families!

From the Desk of: Principal Hoese

Lil Steamer Families –

Parent/Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 5 and Friday, Nov. 6. Here are the times for conferences:

Thursday, Nov. 5

Preschool - 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Elementary - 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Friday, Nov. 6

Preschool - 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Elementary - 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Scheduling a Conference

Preschool - Sign up using the following link.
Elementary - On the following document, click your teacher’s link to schedule a meeting time via Google Calendar.

You may email your child’s teacher to request a specialist join (speech, counselor, interventionist, etc.).
You may also request a separate conference with a specialist if preferred.

If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher.

Have a great weekend!

JAGH

From the Desk of: AP Marten

"The best inheritance a parent can give their children is a few minutes of their time each day."

- O. A. Battista

From the Desk of Counselor Meumann:

Red Ribbon Week is next week. Red Ribbon Week promotes being drug free. It is a national reminder for students and adults that using drugs is wrong and dangerous. The students at Fulton Elementary School will be participating in Red Ribbon Week by dressing up to go along with the different themes each day. Each student will receive a pencil which promotes being drug free.

Red Ribbon Week

October 26 - October 30

Monday

No Drugs in Our Club! Disney Day!

Wear red, black, white, or your Disney attire.

Tuesday

Hats Off To A Healthy Life

Wear a hat

Wednesday

Sock It To Drugs

Wear your craziest socks

Thursday

Piece Together A Bright Future

Wear bright colors

Friday

Say Boo To Drugs

Wear orange and black

United Way Coin Campaign Now Through Tuesday, Oct. 27!

The UW Coin Campaign is back! Each year, students from area schools bring in spare change from home to help support our local UW. The UW of Sterling helps our area in many ways:

Funds early childhood education
School readiness programs
Tutoring
Career-building mentorship.
Food banks
Mental health services
Local health clinics
Access to nutritious meals.
Job training
Financial literacy classes
Free tax preparation services
Emergency relief
Disaster response kits
And more!

Top classes will receive treats from the UW and Principal Hoese will award a House Extra Mile Point to each student from the top homeroom in each grade level!

FES Halloween Parade Announced!

FES HALLOWEEN PARADE SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 30, 2026 @ 1:45 P.M.

First and foremost, I understand that Halloween means different things to different families. If horror films, scariness, and spooky seasons are your jam - that’s great. But as a public elementary school supporting children as young as age 5, that’s not our jam.

To support all children, I want to be very clear that our Halloween celebration and parade will be school appropriate for all students and families. There are plenty of appropriate costumes for students to wear. A reminder to all parents we will not allow face paint, accessories, or costumes that are inappropriate for school (examples include dressing as horror movie/story characters, bloody/extreme/grotesque costumes, weapons, etc.). If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s costume, please contact Principal Jeffrey Hoese or Assistant Principal Aimee Marten. We will be taking a very safe and considerate approach.

Weather permitting, the K-5 Halloween Parade will be held at 1:45 PM on the sidewalks outside of the building on Friday, October 30, 2026.
Due to construction at Fulton Middle School, we have altered our outdoor parade route shown in the image below.
In the event of inclement weather, the parade will be held indoors in the hallways for students only.
Kindergarten through 5th grade students will have time to change into a costume after their lunch and recess prior to the parade.
Costumes and makeup are not to be worn to school; students will have time before the parade to change.
Families are welcomed to watch the parade and may locate themselves anywhere along the parade route. Families do not need to sign in at the office unless they enter the building.

Chores Can Help your Elementary Schooler Develop Responsibility

Responsible children do better in school and grow up to become productive, responsible adults. One of the best ways to help your child practice responsibility is through family chores.

Chores help your child:

Build school skills. Learning to follow directions and complete tasks correctly provides practice for following instructions on school tasks.
Feel needed. Everyone wants to feel that their contribution matters. Be sure to acknowledge your child’s help, such as: “Elena unloaded the dishwasher, so cleaning up after dinner will be much faster tonight!”
Develop planning and time management skills. Figuring out how to finish chores on schedule helps your child learn how to prioritize tasks and manage time appropriately.
Feel a sense of ownership. A child who has taken the time to sweep the floor is naturally less likely to track mud back inside.
Take pride in effort. The satisfaction of a job well done can carry over to schoolwork and motivate your child to tackle a long-term project or start writing a research paper.
Learn essential life skills. Before leaving home, your child should know things like how to prepare simple meals, care for clothing, manage money and keep things clean.

The earlier children learn these lessons, the more prepared they will be for the future.

POSITION AVAILABLE

Email Principal Jeffrey Hoese at jhoese@riverbendschools.net to inquire or apply!

Steamer Home Events: Student Code of Conduct

Supporting our teams with pride, safety, and respect.

While we are excited that our elementary and middle school students enjoy attending home events, it is important that everyone understands the expectations for student behavior. Our priority is to keep students safe and ensure all fans can enjoy Steamer events.

⚓ Entry & Supervision

Enter Together: All K–8 students must enter the event with an adult, who is responsible for them the entire event.
No Re-entry: Once inside, students may not leave and return.
Elementary (K–5) Students: At home football games, may sit in the designated student section and must follow all expectations. All other games, they must stay with their parent/guardian.
Middle School (6–8) Students: May sit in the designated student section (when provided) and must follow all expectations.
High School (9-12) Students: May sit in the designated student section(s) and stand along the fence.

⚓ Where to Be

Stay in the Stands: Students should remain in the bleachers watching the event – not roaming hallways, fields, or campus.
Designated Sections: Student sections, when available, will be clearly marked.
Building Access: Students may only be in approved areas (e.g., concessions, restrooms). All other areas are off‑limits.

⚓ Game Day Behavior

Watch the Event: We are here to cheer on the Steamers! The focus should be on the field or court. Do not bring footballs, basketballs, or other sporting equipment.
No Side Games: Playing separate games or running around school grounds is prohibited to ensure everyone’s safety.
Show Respect: Treat staff, concession workers, officials, players, and fellow fans with kindness. Respect school property at all times, this includes picking up after themselves.
Follow directions: Students must follow all directives from school staff and event supervisors.

⚓ Consequences

First Warning: Students who misbehave will be sent to sit with their supervising adult for the rest of the event.
Serious or repeated violations – including being in unauthorized areas or causing disruptions – may result in removal from the event and/or loss of privilege to attend future home events.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe, positive, and respectful environment for all Steamer fans. Together, we ensure our students enjoy events safely while cheering on the Steamers with pride.

Winter Concerts!

Notes will be coming home with students this week about the Winter Concerts in December- or click the button below for all the info. Mark your calendars! :)

Click here for Winter Concert info

Parent Learning Opportunities thru the Regional Office of Education

ROE 47 is excited to share a calendar of upcoming opportunities for students and families to connect, learn, and grow together. These events are designed to provide practical tools, helpful resources, and meaningful ways to strengthen connections both at home and within the larger community.

👶 Virtual Baby Shower — October 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM. Register Here
Expecting a baby or welcoming a new little one? Join us virtually for a fun and informative Baby Shower! Connect with other families and learn about resources and support available to you and your baby.

📖 Family Literacy Night — November 12, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. Register Here

Join us for simple, fun ways to grow a love of reading and learning at home. Families will have opportunities to participate together and discover activities you can easily continue at home.

❓ If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Anji Garza, ROE47 Family Education & Engagement Specialist at agarza@roe47.org.

Rec League Skills & Drills Registration is Now Open!

Sign Ups for Skills and Drills (grades 1st-4th) will be online this year, please fill out the attached form. You can pay via Venmo (@Fulton-Rec) or cash at the first session.

Sign Up Here!