EMPOWER GROUP & GREEN TEAM COLLABORATION
The EMpower group and Green Team joined together on Wednesday afternoon to beautify the front of FBMS. Students and teachers pulled weeds, spread mulch, and planted several new plants. The space will soon also have two painted rocks recognizing the amazing work of the Green Team and EMpower Group. EMpower is a mentoring group led and created by our ESL teacher Joann Bohorquez that pairs ELL students with teacher mentors for the duration of their time at FBMS. The Green Team is a dedicated group of students who are passionate about protecting the environment and improving its condition. We are so grateful for both!
Summer Reading....
This year’s FBMS Summer Reading program offers a selection of books in order to incorporate a choice of perspectives and genres. The goal is to foster a love of reading and support students' individual learning needs.
This summer and next school year we will focus on the theme of “Empowering Change, Inspiring Hope.” We have identified age-appropriate books which demonstrate stories that focus on the idea of connecting with others around the world, understanding diverse perspectives, and fostering a sense of responsibility towards global issues. Through these books, students can develop a deeper understanding of their roles as global citizens and how they can contribute positively to a more interconnected world. We have created a suggested list below. Students can use this list as a guide to helping them find the right book. Any book chosen not from this list should still fit into the chosen theme.
Please note that summer reading is required of all FBMS students.
Please click on the links below for additional information:
When students return in the fall, their English teachers will give directions on how to submit the required assignment. Students will have time in class at the start of the year to discuss and finalize the assignment. This assignment will count as a grade for Term 1. We look forward to discussing these themes in the fall!
Have fun and happy reading!
ATTENTION 8TH GRADE PARENTS- INFORMATION ON UPCOMING FIELD TRIP- 6/10
The entire eighth grade will be taking a field trip to Starland in Hanover on Monday, June 10th. General information has already been presented to students by eighth grade advisors Meaghan Segalla and Sean Baldwin.
The permission slip for the field trip was distributed to students this week in their homerooms. The slips must be signed and returned to homeroom teachers, along with a form of payment, by Friday May 31st.
We look forward to celebrating our amazing eighth grade students!
8th GRADE CLASS NIGHT- 6/7
Tickets for 8th Grade Class Night are now available for purchase for $25. Class Night is Friday June 7th 6:30-9:00 PM at FBMS. Please note, this event is for 8th Grade FBMS Students ONLY. All ticket orders will be cross checked against an official enrollment list from FBMS, no physical tickets will be distributed. Please list your student's name when placing your order. Ticket sales close on May 31st. No tickets will be sold at the door. https://furnacebrook.ptboard.com/formvw?store=4517&form=11
Please sign up to help with additional donations and support for the 8th Grade Class Night event! Donations can be dropped off at the main entrance during school hours on Friday June 7th or at 2:30 pm at the cafeteria entrance (parents will be setting up). The Grad Night Live team has generously donated extra snacks/drinks to FBMS for Class Night so as of now our list is very small. We may require additional snacks and will update this sign-up if needed the week of June 3rd. As this event does not require parent chaperones, we are in need of parent volunteers for clean-up of all the amazing decorations that are being planned to make this evening special for the kids. We need your help so please consider volunteering. https://furnacebrook.ptboard.com/sgnvw?group=&signup=owINicINRieJW5_WZFpZznN___51rGrtD3___nCu3dCZ
FROM THE CLINIC
Seasonal Allergies:
Please click on the link below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QJDj9hFRWX0o8d1_hLihFudGD7oO8znoZ7_KwriTsUE/edit?usp=drive_web
Annual Physicals:
Students in Grade 7 are required to submit an updated physical with proof of immunizations for their health record at the beginning of the school year. Please send in via scan/email or Fax
Medication:
All medications must be hand delivered by the parent and be given directly to the Nurse. Medications are not permitted to be sent in with students---this is unsafe as medication could get lost or contaminated. Guidelines PRIOR to bringing in medication, please have: A current Physician’s order, the Parent Consent Form Filled out, and the medication in its original container with pharmacy label if applicable.
Absences / Injuries:
Please provide up to date information and indicate that students are receiving adequate care at home and by their pediatrician, and clearance for participation in gym class. Please report any changes in health status e.g. health conditions, new medication, illnesses, and injuries to the clinic.
Guidelines as to when to keep your child home. Click here.
We look forward to assisting families and students in achieving optimal health and wellness during the academic school year. Please feel free to contact us at any time with concerns or questions. Be well.
Covid:
At this time, MPSD is deferring to the most recent covid guidelines provided by the Department of Public Health. We are no longer excusing absences surrounding COVID without a doctor's note. Please contact your child’s primary care physician for further guidance.
~FBMS Nurses: Maura Carrol, RN, BSN, Karen Mellen, RN, BSN & Megan Owren, RN, BSN
Clinic Contact Information: Phone: (781)-319-3965 / Fax: (781)-319-1780
