FBMS Weekly Newsletter

We have a lot of great activities coming up during the last few weeks of school!

June 4th- Narwhals Cluster Field trip

June 6th- Sharks Cluster Field Trip

June 6th- 8th Grade MUSIC to Canobie Lake

June 7th- Grade 8 Class Night

June 7th- Start of Spirit Days--Student Council Event--See below

June 10th- Grade 8th Starland Field Trip

June 10th- Whales Cluster Field Trip

June 11th- Grade 7 Field Day

June 12th- 8th Grade MHS Fly-Up Day; Gr. 8 Yearbook distribution and signings

June 13th- Last day of school & report cards---dismissal at 11AM.

Today is the final day to make a purchase for a Grade 8 Class Night ticket. 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, and no physical tickets will be distributed. Please list your student's name when placing your order. Ticket sales close at the end of the day, today, on May 31st. No tickets will be sold at the door. Click here to purchase a ticket: 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

Students in Mr. Kile's art class began creating their three dimensional masks using Celluclay. Below, students work with the clay and a mold, and then begin the process of painting and working with other materials, including paint, to create a mask.

We will kick off spirit days on Friday, June 7th. Spirit days add fun any time of the year. Thank you to Student Council for organizing this fun event as we wind down the year! Check your closets! Let's all participate!

8th Grade Science classes spent some time outdoors this week while testing lab data.

Please take note that late buses end on June 5th. Students staying after school after the 5th will need to arrange their own transportation.

Students in Mrs. Burnett's class used strips of paper to create shapes and dimension by weaving.

Students wrapped up their Fitness Testing this week. The Fitness Test challenges students to run, stretch, do sit ups, and push ups to their best ability. Good fitness is good health which we want for all of our students. Have this time within the schedule to move around every other day is great for students growth and development. The PE Department shares the top scorers in each category and applauds the efforts of all students! Thank you, Mrs. Newcomb-Baker, Mr. King, and Mr. Gilbert, for making these events fun and getting students up and moving as you always do!

Students in Mrs. Segalla's class demonstrated their understanding of the various responsibilities of local, state, and federal government with a quick "Musical Chairs" activity. As students were "out" of the game as the music ended, they had to answer questions accurately about the various levels and could then bump other students out of the game. Very creative!

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:

Recommended Books

Summer Reading Assignment

Print & Digital Resources

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!

Our FBMS track team participated in the South Shore League meet this past weekend. Boys took 1st place by one point over Pembroke and the girls team came in 2nd. A tremendous effort by all. Congratulations!

Grade 7 has an annual Field Day approaching. Bring your A-game and wear your sunscreen! A huge thank you to Physical Education teacher Mrs. Sarah Newcomb-Baker for organizing! Also thank you to the PTO and Kate McCabe for providing so many items and financial support!

All Grade 7 homerooms compete against each other. The following color assignments have been made. Students are encouraged to dress in the color they are assigned. Let's have some fun!

As a final project, 8th graders in English are creating satirical skits which draw attention to a societal issue using humor. The skits are a great way for students to demonstrate their understanding of the elements of satire.

Our 8th grade students will visit MHS on 6/12 for a tour of our their amazing high school. This gives students an opportunity to see the inside of the school, lessen anxiety, and get excited about next year!

Mrs. Dronzek's class worked on verb recordings while enjoying the sunshine in the courtyard.

Audition information below for the MHS dance team:

Good Afternoon from the FBMS clinic

This email is in regards to medication pick-up for the end of the school year for FBMS students. Please read this carefully as there are specific dates and hours that medications can be picked up. If you are unable to pick up during these designated times, please contact the clinic as soon as possible

@ 781-319-3965.

Medication pick-up dates are from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm on June 12th and due to the half day on June 13th - only the hours of 7:30 am to 10:30 am (early release day) on June 13th.. All medication needs to be picked up by a parent or a responsible adult designated by a parent .

Any medication left in the health office after June 13th will be discarded.

EPI-PENs and Inhalers:

State law does allow students to self-carry inhalers and epinephrine devices, so if you would like us to send either inhaler and/or epi-pen home on the last day of school please e-mail your permission for your student to do so at mcarroll@mpsd.org or kmellen@mpsd.org or mowren@mpsd.org and state you are giving permission to have your student bring home their epi-pen or inhaler in their backpack. Please send the e-mail before or on June 7th, 2024.

We hope everyone has a relaxing and enjoyable summer break!

FBMS Nurses

Maura Carroll, Karen Mellen & Megan Owren