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Si aad u turjunto warsidahan fadlan ku dhufo badhanka "Turjumi" ee kore ama dhinaca midig ee boggan.

10/25/2026

It’s hard to believe we have already wrapped up Week 8 of the trimester! Our Tiger Vision Pathways are thriving right now, providing students with valuable hands-on learning and immersion across numerous career fields. We look forward to continuing to expand these opportunities for our students in the future!

Looking ahead to this week, we have an important Senior Meeting this Tuesday in the Recital Hall from 10:25–10:55 AM. Our Jostens representative will be on-site to discuss upcoming deadlines and ordering information for caps and gowns. We encourage all seniors to make every effort to attend. If a student is unable to make it, please have them connect with a peer for details or reach out to the second-floor main office.

Let’s have another great week!

In Community,

Ryan, FHS Principal

rmeyer@farmington.k12.mn.us

P.S. A quick note on how technology supports our work: As we strive to communicate clearly and efficiently with our FHS community, parts of our school newsletters and updates may be polished or organized with the help of Google Gemini. Using AI as a tool helps ensure you receive timely, easy-to-read information throughout the year!

We are thrilled to share a major milestone for Farmington High School! Check out these photos of our brand-new welding course in action—the first time FHS has hosted its own dedicated welding program. We are incredibly proud of the hands-on, career-focused experiences this course provides, and it will serve over 60 learners this school year alone.

This incredible opportunity was made possible thanks to the vision and support of many key partners:

• Our Community & School Board: Thank you for allocating the funding to invest in our students' futures and make this facility a reality.

• Our Industry Partners (BTD, AirGas, and Lincoln Electric): Your support, resources, and collaboration helped turn this dream into a tangible learning space for our students.

• Mr. Stauffer: Thank you for the countless hours spent training and preparing to deliver top-tier, daily hands-on instruction.

• Our Learners: A big shout-out to our students for taking a leap, trying a brand-new skill, and bringing great energy to the shop every single day!

If you work in the welding field and would like to connect on how you can become involved, please don't hesitate to reach out to me directly!

We look forward to expanding this program in the years to come. This is truly our Tiger Vision in action!

Special thanks to Christian Bailey, owner of Air-Lake Machine and Welding in Lakeville, for hosting an engaging tour for Farmington High School welding students! In addition to showing them active projects, tools, and machinery, he shared valuable insights on manufacturing careers, the power of continuous learning, and the importance of a strong work ethic.

The Farmington FFA Chapter is currently holding its yearly fruit sale fundraiser! We are offering a variety of high quality fruits along with an assortment of meat and cheese products.

FFA is a dynamic youth organization centered around agriculture that prepares members for leadership, personal growth, and diverse career opportunities across science, business, and technology through hands-on learning.

This fundraiser plays a vital role in supporting our chapter and its operations throughout the school year. The funds raised allow us to provide students with valuable experiences to help them achieve their goals successfully by covering competition fees, transportation costs, educational materials, and keeping costs affordable for membership.

Order online here: https://sales.minntexcitrus.com/organization/farmington-ffa/

Pickup Information: A pickup day will be scheduled in the first couple weeks of December. Additional details will be shared as they become available.

Attention current Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen, do you enjoy giving back to communities through volunteer work? Do you want to learn more about a fascinating culture? Have you wanted to study abroad with FHS but haven't been able to go during spring break? Join us June of 2028 to fly to Thailand and participate in a 15 day service-learning experience that includes volunteer work in addition to exploring the culture of Thailand!

We are having an informational meeting for parents and students on Tuesday, October 27th from 6:30-7:15 pm in the large lecture hall at FHS for those interested, please RSVP at rsvp.eftours.com/s2chh5h to register for the meeting. I will also have student informational sessions before school at 8 am and after school at 2:45 pm on Tuesday, October 27th as well! If you want more information, but can't make the meetings, stop by room 2211 to see Ms. Laube or email her at (alaube@farmington.k12.mn.us). Join us as we give back to the communities of Thailand as we learn about their fascinating culture!

Welcome Tiger Families! Please complete this confidential form to request essential school supplies (notebooks, pens, pencils, backpacks) and personal hygiene care items. All requests are kept private.

If you have questions, please email: Allen Edwards-Madding - School Social Worker

(aedwards-madding@farmington.k12.mn.us )

Community Education is offering affordable 30-minute senior photoshoots for Farmington seniors!

What to Expect:

• Held at FHS (outdoor & campus backdrops available)

• September 19

• October 3

• Families receive digital rights to:

• At least 1 headshot & 1 full-body shot

• Any other quality photos taken

• All photos are lightly edited and color corrected

👉 Limited spots available, book your session today! https://bit.ly/4bCUi22

Ready to hit the road? Community Education, in partnership with A+ Driving School, makes it easy for students to start their driving journey.

Eligibility

• Classroom lessons may begin at age 14

• Instruction Permit available at age 15 (after Knowledge Test)

• Provisional License available at age 16 (after Road Test + 6 months with permit)

Program Includes

• Classroom Phase – 30 hours of instruction (in-person, virtual, or self-paced online)

• Behind-the-Wheel Phase – 6 hours of one-on-one lessons (3 sessions, 2 hours each)

Classroom Options

• In-person at FHS

• Virtual with set dates/times

• Fully Online (self-paced, coupon code: FARM2026 for $420 pricing)

Fees

• $420 per student – uses coupon code: FARM2025 for this pricing (includes class, materials & behind-the-wheel training)

• Permit and road exam fees not included

• Fee Assistance – $70 off for eligible families → Apply here: https://bit.ly/FeeAssistance

Register here: https://bit.ly/4gepsPM

Getting ready for the ACT doesn’t have to feel stressful! Farmington Community Education’s ACT Prep classes give students the tools and strategies they need to feel confident on test day while improving scores along the way.

Course Options:

• In-Person – held at FHS or other area schools

• Virtual – live classes with an instructor

• Self-Paced Online – flexible option for students who want to prep on their own schedule

👉 Get ready for test day — sign up here: https://bit.ly/4xdLb05

Make a difference, build your skills, and stand out! Tigers SERVE connects high school students with meaningful volunteer opportunities that match their interests and strengths – all while helping our community.

Why join Tigers SERVE?

• Explore your passions through service

• Track volunteer hours

• Build a service resume by graduation

• Earn recognition, including a Varsity Service Letter and National Community Service Awards

Volunteering is a powerful way to give back, discover what you love, and strengthen college, scholarship, and job applications. This program is open to students in grades 9-12. Join us at any time throughout the school year!

Get started with Tigers SERVE here: https://bit.ly/TigersSERVE

I wanted to make sure to share this update before the first day of school as this is only the second year we have followed this process for absences. This year we will be using an online form, similar to last year. Please use this link HERE or scan the QR code to put in an absence for your learner. Please note that a parent email is required! Any absence request coming from a student account will not be processed. We will have this form located on our weekly newsletters as well as on our webpage. Please bookmark and save on your phone for easy access as we will no longer be accepting phone calls related to absences. Thank you for you time and attention to this matter!

2026-27 School Year

Upcoming:

October 27...............................10:25 - 10:55am Senior Meeting in Recital Hall

November 3.............................No School for learners (Professional Development)

November 23...........................Finals Day 1

November 24...........................Finals Day 2 (Early release) / End of Tri

November 25 - 27....................No School - Thanksgiving Break

November 30...........................No School - Tri 1 Grades Posted by 3:30pm

December 23 - January 1.......No School - Winter Break

January 18...............................No School MLK Day

January 21..............................Conferences in Commons 3:30 - 6:30pm

Counselor Connection: October Edition

Counselor Connection: September Edition

Please save this Senior Guide to refer to throughout the school year. This will help seniors and parents navigate their final year at FHS.

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