Mr. Cumpston
Hi everyone,
I don’t know about you, but this school year seemed to fly by. Our students have had a great year academically and have continued to show great results in our MAP and State Testing. Thirteen of our graduating seniors received All-Conference Academic Awards. Southern Nebraska Conference Academic Awards start at an ACT Composite of twenty-four. We also had many students and groups achieve great things in their activities, athletics, and fine art performances. Thank you to everyone that was able to come out and support our kids. We hope to see you next year as well.
We have had two community meetings so far to talk about facility master planning as we think about the future of our district. The first meeting was at the High School in Geneva and the second meeting was at the Middle School in Fairmont. We will have another meeting (not sure of a date yet) at the Elementary School. If you haven’t been able to follow this process you can check it out on our website - https://www.fillmorecentral.org. Click the button that is labeled Master Planning and all of the materials and slides that BVH has presented are available.
We are busy wrapping everything up for this year and are planning and preparing for next year. I hope you and your family have a wonderful summer and I look forward to seeing everyone again in the fall.
Go Panthers!
Josh Cumpston
Mr. Veleba
UPCOMING ELEMENTARY EVENTS
§ May 1st, Early Dismissal @ 1:05p.m. for Teacher Professional Development
§ May 2nd, 6th & 9th , 4th Grade visits FCMS
§ May 7th, 4th Grade to Fairmont for Museum Day
§ May 8th, Bike to School Day
§ May 10th, Kindergarten to York
§ May 10th, 1st Grade to Lincoln Zoo
§ May 13th, BOE Meeting @ 7:30pm @ FCHS Library
§ May 13th, Proud Panther Night 5:00-7:00pm @ FCES
§ May 15th, Move-Up & Movie Day
§ May 16th, End of Year Assembly
§ May 16th, Last Day of School, 11:05a.m. Dismissal
JUST A REMINDER…
As we end this school year, we want to remind our students that we will continue to learn and work until the last days of school. Parents please reinforce this at home as well. Students will be expected to turn in work, participate in class and activities, and maintain appropriate and respectful behavior. We all want to end the year on a positive note!
PROUD PANTHER NIGHT
On the evening of Monday, May13th, Fillmore Central Elementary will be hosting PROUD PANTHER NIGHT. Activities for the night include: Student work showcased in their classrooms, 4th grade graduation, FREE hot dog meal, and an end of the year recognition assembly. More detailed information will be going home with students.
2024-2025 SCHOOL SUPPLIES
For the 2024-2025 school year Fillmore Central Elementary is again providing all required supplies needed in the classroom for all students. A book bag is the only item that families will need to provide for students. This commitment ensures every student is equally equipped to be successful at FCES.
Tic Tac Toe... Three in a row!
2nd and 3rd grade readers working on decoding while playing tic tac toe to build word recognition fluency.
Solar Eclipse
Captivated by cosmic wonder: Middle school students gather to witness the breathtaking spectacle of a solar eclipse, April 2024.
Wellness Day
Our annual Wellness Day at FCMS was filled with knowledgeable tools to help us live a healthier lifestyle from the inside out! A big thanks to all of the speakers who made this an enjoyable day for the students and staff. FCH partnered with UNL extension to plan the annual event. The speakers were from Fillmore County Hospital, UNL extension, and ESU6. To end the day, the students learned about the “Big 5” keys to greater happiness in life, work, and leadership from Steve the Safari Dude!
Mrs. Lamb
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL and EARLY DISMISSAL
The last day of the 2023-2024 school year is Thursday, May 16. Students will be dismissed from school at 11:20 AM. NO lunch will be served. Please keep in mind that it is important for all students to be in attendance. The 8th grader students will be adding their ‘paws’ to the purple hands wall of 8th grade graduates.
8TH GRADE GRADUATION
The 8th grade graduation ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 15 at 5:00pm. Families of the graduates and members of the local community are welcome to join in this special occasion.
FINAL REPORT CARDS
FCMS student report cards will be mailed home the week of May 28. Report cards will not be handed out to students.
TIPS FOR A SAFE AND ENJOYABLE SUMMER
We are now at the period in the year that brings the most delight to many students - the conclusion of the academic year and the commencement of the summer holiday. Families and students typically start anticipating summer traditions like engaging in sports, going on vacations, and perhaps undertaking summer employment. I wish for a safe and pleasurable summer for you all, with the aspiration that our youth will keep themselves mentally and physically engaged throughout the summer season. Below are some tips to consider.
Wear sunscreen. Use at least SPF 15 and consider using waterproof sunscreen when engaged in activities such as swimming or boating.
Stay physically active. Encourage your student to stay active and engage in rigorous, outdoor activity everyday. As parents, we should help our children avoid spending hours watching television, playing computer games, etc. Research has shown that regular physical activity helps children to develop both healthy bodies and healthy minds.
Read. All students should continue to keep their minds active by reading over the summer. Reading one to three books is a very reasonable goal for all students to establish for themselves over the summer. Reading over the summer keeps students’ minds sharp, it improves their vocabulary, and keeps them in the habit of reading.
Eat well. With busy summer schedules it can be easy for kids and adults alike to ignore good nutritional habits. Students should consume pop and sugary snacks in moderation and they should drink plenty of water. By drinking plenty of water, you will avoid dehydration, you will curb your appetite, and you’ll feel better. Students should eat breakfast and at least one other regular, healthy meal each day over the summer.
Maintain a routine. Students should continue to get eight hours of sleep each night. Students should also maintain a regular sleep schedule by going to bed at a reasonable hour; students should also avoid “sleeping in”. By maintaining a regular and reasonable sleep schedule, your student will have more energy and will accomplish more and enjoy more over the summer months.
Mr. Theobald
The finish line for the 2023-24 school year is in sight. Every year has its ups and downs, but at the end of the year when I reflect back upon the school year, my hope is that the positives outweigh the negatives. This year is no exception as our students and staff have had a great year. We have lots to be proud of and even though this year is ending, it won’t be long until we are ready to kick off another successful year. With that being said, here are a few reminders for the rest of this year.
Spring Musical
Our inaugural spring musical was originally scheduled for the weekend of May 3rd-5th. This has been postponed to May 23rd and 24th. There will be a 7:30 p.m. performance on the 23rd and a 3:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on the 24th.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me.
GO PANTHERS!!!
Personal Finance Visits Friesen Ford
This morning Mrs. Patterson took her personal finance class to Friesen Ford in Aurora. Louie Soto gave them a tour of the dealership, took them through the car buying process, and provided some valuable tips on how to come out with the best deal when buying a car. He talked to them about what to look for and what to ask about when buying both new and used cars. The students also got to look at a couple of new broncos on the showroom.
Give Back Day
On April 19th, FCHS students participated in Give Back Day around the community.The students were separated into groups and completed multiple community service projects.
Language Fair in Lincoln
Spanish 3 and 4 students attended the UNL Language Fair in Lincoln on April 4. We watched competitions in various languages, such as short skits in Spanish and musical performances in French. We tasted tea from Japan, and we all came home with our names written in Japanese calligraphy. It was great to learn a little more about cultures and languages around the world!
