April Parent Newsletter
Dr. Malinda McKillip
Title I Corner
The French Creek Family Engagement Committee proudly hosted Breakfast and Books on February 26th for Title 1 reading and math students and their guests. Students arrived early to explore the school library and select books to read with their special guests. As students and their guests settled in, they enjoyed a delicious breakfast featuring fresh fruit, bagels, and an assortment of pastries. The event fostered a love of reading while strengthening connections between students, families, and educators. Special thanks to all of the Title 1 students and families who attended!
Phanatic About Reading Program
In celebration of opening day and supporting our favorite PHILLIES, we are closing out the year strong with our Phanatic About Reading Program! Your child will be coming home with their April reading calendar (one will be coming in May as well). Just simply record on the calendar each day your child reads and return it to their homeroom teacher at the end of each month. Students who read throughout the month of April and May will be rewarded with a prize!
Heart Safe School Designation
We are very pleased to share that French Creek Elementary School has received the Youth Heart Watch Safe Schools Designation as a Heart Safe School. This is a comprehensive school program for the prevention of sudden cardiac death. The program is sponsored by the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Project ADAM.
Autism Awareness
World Autism Awareness Day is Wednesday, April 2nd. Students and staff are encouraged to wear BLUE.
Paraprofessional Appreciation Day
Please join us as we recognize and celebrate our invaluable paraprofessionals on Wednesday, April 2nd.
Spring Picture Day
Spring Picture Day will be on Thursday, April 3rd.
National School Librarian Day
Friday, April 4th is National School Librarian Appreciation Day. Many thanks to Mrs. Ponto for making our library such a warm and inviting place for our entire school community!
First Friday Fun Day
Spring Break
OJR schools will be closed April 14th through 18th for Spring Break.
School Bus Drivers' Appreciation Day
Please help us recognize and thank our French Creek bus drivers on Tuesday, April 22nd.
PSSA Testing Window
Our 2025 PSSA testing dates will be:
April 22nd, 23rd and 24th for Grades 3-6 (ELA)
April 28th and 29th for Grades 3-5 (Math)
April 30th for Grade 6 (Math)
April 30th and May 1st (5th Grade Science)
Engineers' Think Tank
Are you looking for a Summer Camp? Mr. Brewer (French Creek) and Mr. Smith (North Coventry) will be hosting their Summer Camp again for the 3rd year in a row. Take a look at the information below.
Are you a fan of STEAM class in school? Do you love to build, design, and experiment? Join us to learn how engineering and programming can be used to solve problems and have fun. Are you ready to take your STEAM skills to the next level? Led by elementary STEAM teachers —students in ENGINEER’s THINK TANK will participate in activities to improve their robot designing and programming, spontaneous problem solving, structure engineering, and teamwork skills. Students will also use Virtual Reality to be immersed in real world experiences. The camp will be held at North Coventry Elementary School in the Gymnasium. Pick up and drop off will be outside of the gym lobby. Please bring a healthy, nut-free snack, water, and a bag lunch to each session. CAMP is limited to 30 participants for students entering grades 4-9.
If you would like to sign up, please visit this link.
PTA Parent Newsletter
Please click here for the FCVPTA's April Newsletter.
Additionally, you won't want to miss our spring Spirit Wear Sale!
General FCVPTA Membership Mtg.
Our next FCVPTA General Membership Meeting will be on Tuesday, April 22nd at 7:00 PM.
French Creek Talent Show
Our annual French Creek Talent Show will be on Friday, April 4th at 6:30 PM in the multi-purpose room.
Warm Weather Attire
Now that the weather is getting warmer, it is time to remind families about appropriate warm weather dress. Students are not permitted to wear flip flops, excessively short shorts or skirts, or tops with spaghetti straps. Many thanks in advance for your cooperation!
