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Important Events & Dates from F.Ave

Falcon Flyer Important Events & Dates from F.Ave

December 11, 2025 December 11, 2025

In this Issue

Principal's Corner

  • Message from the Principal
  • Mark Your Calendars

F.Ave News

  • Asist Workshop
  • Course Request Window
  • Holiday Music Events
  • Clairemont's Marketplace & Café
  • Wylde Wreaths
  • DHS Cheer Camp
  • Young Georgia Authors Winners
F.Ave PTO News
  • Thank you!
  • Food Truck Fundraiser
  • Follow us on socials!

CSD News

  • CSD Weekly


Scroll down to learn more!

Principal's Corner: A Message from Principal Thomas Principal's Corner: A Message from Principal Thomas

This is a picture of Mr. Derrick Thomas, Principal of Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary.
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Shoutout To Our PTO


Thank you to everyone who played a role in making our annual “Adult Recess” a success. We recognize that it took many hands to ensure the event ran smoothly, and we are truly grateful for the hard work put in before, during, and after. I would also like to extend a special thank-you to our PTO for their unwavering support of Fifth Avenue throughout this school year. I look forward to entering the second semester with a continued spirit of collaboration among our staff, students, and families as we work together to make F.Ave the best school it can be.


Arrival and Dismissal Reminders

Thank you for helping make our arrival and dismissal routines run smoothly! A couple of important reminders:

  • Car riders must be dropped off and picked up on Oakview Road. For the safety of our students, we ask that you refrain from using the front of the school for car rider drop-off or pick-up.

  • U-turns on Oakview are only allowed at the second loop.


Following these guidelines helps ensure the safety of all our students. We appreciate your cooperation!


One Flock, One Flight: F.Ave Falcons Unite!!!

Mark Your Calendars 📅

  • Early Release Day - December 19

  • Semester Break - December 22 - January 5

  • First Day of School for Students - January 6

A class for suicide prevention is available in February and March of 2026.  Contact Dr. Heron with anything questions.
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Asist Workshop

Please join this interactive workshop to learn intervention methods to provide suicide first-aid. Contact our school counselor Dr. Rachina Heron at rheron@csdecatur.net if you need more information.

Course Request Window

Ready or not, it’s time to look ahead! We are gearing up to welcome our newest Bulldog crew to BHMS in 2026-2027! The Course Request Window for our rising 6th graders is going to start soon! We have compiled a single resource containing everything you need to successfully support your 5th grader with this process and navigate the upcoming course request window.

Inside this guide, you will find:

  • Course Information: Detailed descriptions of classes, pacing guides, and more.

  • Timelines: Key dates and deadlines you can't miss.

  • FAQs: Answers to your most pressing questions and an opportunity to ask a question.

Click Here: https://app.smore.com/n/pxqch4

There are a series of holiday music events around CSD from December 4th-December 16th.
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Holiday Music Events!

Calling all F.Ave families! The BHMS Orchestra, Band and Chorus invite you to a special night of wonderful holiday music!


BHMS Chorus Performance: Tuesday, December 16, 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Decatur


This is a fantastic opportunity for all families to enjoy the festive season, but it's especially great for any 5th grader who might be considering joining the music programs when they transition to Beacon Hill Middle School. Come see the current students perform and discover what it's like to be part of the BHMS music program!

Friday, Dec 12th & Saturday, Dec 13th Come shop local, discover unique handmade gifts, and enjoy delicious treats at our cozy café.  It’s the perfect way to support local artists and soak up the festive spirit with neighbors and friends.
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Clairemont Elementary’s Decatur Holiday Marketplace + Café

Clairemont Elementary’s Decatur Holiday Marketplace + Café is just around the corner! Friday, Dec 12th & Saturday, Dec 13th
Come shop local, discover unique handmade gifts, and enjoy delicious treats at our cozy café. It’s the perfect way to support local artists and soak up the festive spirit with neighbors and friends. A beloved community tradition awaits! We can’t wait to see you there!
The Wylde Wreaths will host an event from November 25-Dec13 in Oakhurst Garden.
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Wylde Wreaths: A Decatur Tradition

The Holiday Season is just around the corner. Now is the time to reserve your spot at Wylde Center’s annual Wylde Wreaths event!

This beloved tradition offers you the chance to create a beautiful wreath, perfect for adding a personal touch to your seasonal decor. Whether you’re gathering with friends or family, enjoying a solo creative evening, or picking up supplies to craft at home, Wylde Wreaths is a joyful way to kick off the holiday season.

This year's event is happening now until Dec. 13 in the newly renovated Oakhurst Garden building with a robust offering of over 40 unique adornments available for your wreath creation!

The cheer camp will take place on Monday, January 12, Wednesday, January 14, and Thursday, January 15, from 4:15 to 6:00 p.m. at Decatur High School.
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Calling All Future Bulldog Cheerleaders! It's time for the DHS Cheerleading Mini Camp.

Camp Details:

  • All K-5th-grade students are invited to register for the Bulldog Basketball Cheerleader Mini Camp.
  • The camp will take place on Monday, January 12, Wednesday, January 14, and Thursday, January 15, from 4:15 to 6:00 p.m. at Decatur High School.
  • The DHS JV and Varsity cheerleaders will teach the mini-campers, cheers, jumps, and dances.
  • The camp participants will perform with the DHS cheerleaders during halftime of the basketball games on Friday, January 16.
  • Mini-camp registration closes on Wednesday, December 17, at 6:00 p.m. or when the camp reaches 50 registered and paid participants. Please complete one registration form per participant.
  • The camp cost is $60 and must be paid through GoFan.com. The payment link is available here and at the end of the registration form.
  • All camp proceeds are used to purchase camper t-shirts and support the Decatur High School Cheerleading program.

Questions? Email Coach Courtney Burnett at cburnett@csdecatur.net or Coach Crystal Evans at cevans1@csdecatur.net.

Congratulations to the 25-26 FAVE Young Georgia Authors Winners! We are so proud of all of our participants!
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Congrats Falcons!

Congratulations to the 25-26 F.Ave Young Georgia Authors Winners! We are so proud of all of our participants!


3rd Grade: Annabel Dew

4th Grade: Violet McNulty

5th Grade: Anne Hecker

Our DHS Bulldogs want all rec league players to join the game on Friday, Dec. 12th at 6:00 p.m.
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District News District News

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Read the December 11, 2025, issue of CSD Weekly, the district-wide newsletter.

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Take GaDOE's Annual School Climate Survey

Please take a moment this week to make your voice heard and participate in the Georgia Department of Education climate survey for your school! Your participation and feedback are greatly appreciated. The data collected will help determine the School Climate Star Ratings for the 2026-27 school year, which will enable schools to improve or build upon their successes.


Fifth Avenue Upper Elementary School Family Survey

News From The PTO at F.Ave News From The PTO at F.Ave

✨✨THANK YOU✨✨ ✨✨THANK YOU✨✨

A thank you to all that joined and supported adult recess.
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Fundraiser food truck on December 17th from 5:30 pm- 6:30 pm.
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🥟🧆🍛Naan Stop Dine-Out🍛🧆🥟

When: Tuesday, December 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Where: Naan Stop will have a pop-up right outside the front entrance of F.Ave! Order here.

Follow us on socials and online! 📸📸📸

Instagram: IG link


Facebook: FB link


Website: WS link

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About Us

Principal

Derrick Thomas

dthomas@csdecatur.net


Assistant Principal

Meagan Ferguson

mferguson@csdecatur.net


Assistant Principal

Shannon Stewart

sstewart@csdecatur.net


School Manager

Malik Morrow

mmorrow@csdecatur.net


Bookkeeper

Shronda Edwards

sedwards@csdecatur.net


Who Do I Contact?

Email: fave@csdecatur.net
Website: https://fave.csdecatur.net/
Location: 101 5th Avenue, Decatur, GA, USA
Phone: (404) 371-6680

Please do not reply to this newsletter. See the Who Do I Contact link above and direct your inquiries to the correct individual.

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