YSES Newsletter

May 7 - AR Workshop night with the PTA - Registration info to come!

May 19 - 2 hour early dismissal

Dear Yellow Springs Eagles Families,

Yesterday a Find Out First message was sent that shared information regarding the Board of Education’s recent decision.

During a special Board of Education work session this morning, the Board voted to rescind its April 14 decision to return elementary students to in-person instruction four-days per week if families desired that option. Even so, the Board and FCPS leadership are committed to returning students to in-person learning to the greatest extent possible, and FCPS understands this is an expectation many families have. The Board has directed Superintendent Dr. Terry Alban to work collaboratively with the three associations representing FCPS employees in order to return as many students as possible this school year while adhering to health protocols. FCPS is dedicated to providing the community with updates as we continue progressing together through this global health crisis that has challenged us all.

I know this message brings many feelings and emotions for all who are stakeholders in the education of our students, including our families, community, teachers, and support staff. Please know the May 3rd date will not occur for any changes in our student learning model as previously shared in the survey. All parties involved in this process are working to see how we can get as many students as possible back into the school building. Please stay tuned for continued communication about any changes to come. I understand the hardship this brings to families as you are in limbo in knowing how to plan your child’s education, work schedule, and childcare. Let’s continue to work together as the Yellow Spring Eagles community for our students.

I would like to let you know about a change in our school counseling department. Mrs. Workmeister has accepted another position in our school system. We are sad to see Mrs. Workmeister leave us but wish her well in her new endeavor. Mrs. Workmeister’s last day with us will be April 30th. We are happy to have Ms. Kylye DeHaven join us as long-term substitute counselor for the remainder of the school year.

Best regards, Sue

The enrollment process for students new to Frederick County Public Schools for the 2021-2022 school year is now open! Enrollment is online at

https://www.fcps.org/student-services/enrolling-a-student

This enrollment process will include new Pre-kindergarten and Kindergarten students. All registrations will take place via a secure virtual environment. Parents will be able to upload required documents and attach pictures.

Please note, parents/guardians of existing FCPS students who will be changing schools within the county for next school year may begin to process in-county transfers using the online portal AFTER July 1st.

Required enrollment documents:

-Immunization and health records

Department of Health and Mental Hygiene form 896 Immunization Certificate

and

Documentation of a recent physical exam, recorded on the Maryland Schools Record of Physical Examination

-Proof of date of birth

One of the following: Birth certificate, physician's certificate, hospital certificate, baptismal or church certificate, parent's affidavit, or passport/visa

-Proof of residency

One of these: current property tax bill, current rental bill, current utility bill for water, gas, or electric

A big shout-out to two fifth grade eagles who will represent Yellow Springs Elementary this year in Frederick County Public School's 5th Grade Honors Chorus. This school year, we were allotted two representatives from our school. Auditions were open to fifth graders who currently participate in the Yellow Springs Chorus. This year Lauren Malanaphy and Illakiya Balamurugan will represent Yellow Springs. Congratulations! We are so proud of you!

Mrs. Workmeister's websites:

For parents:

https://sites.google.com/fcps.org/yellow-springs-elementary/home

For students:

https://sites.google.com/fcps.org/yellow-springs-es/home

City of Frederick Parks & Recreation Spring 2021 Program Brochure

Frederick County Parks and Rec Summer Camp flier

Girl Scout Council's S'Mores Camp flier

Frederick Children's Chorus: The Frederick Children's Chorus, for ages 8-18, will be returning to in-person rehearsals and performances during the 2021-2022 season. Little Music Makers, for ages 3-8, is also available. See flier for more information:

https://fcps.ezcommunicator.net/edu/frederick/GetFile.aspx?DocId=14424

Delaplaine Spring Brochure: Enjoy the spring issue of Delaplaine Arts magazine from the Delaplaine Art Center - YOUR community arts center! It's chock full of upcoming art opportunities for the whole family, including: summer art camps for kids and teens, art classes in a variety of media for all ages, exhibitions in seven galleries with free admission, free educational online programs, and much more. Brocure: https://delaplaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/DelaplaineArts2021Spring.pdf

Patriot 3k Color Rush -Join the TJ community at GTJHS for this fun run/walk event to raise money to replace the letterboard sign with an LED electronic sign board. See flyer below.

Email: kimberly.manley@fcps.org
Website: education.fcps.org/yses
Location: 8717 Yellow Springs Road
Phone: (240)236-1700