FHTMS Weekly Newsletter #6
2025-2026 Newsletter #6 September 19, 2025
Note from Principal Suzanne Gruendling
2025-2026
Dear Families,
Thank you to all who joined us for our Open House. It was a wonderful evening to connect, share our goals, and celebrate the partnership between home and school. We are grateful for the time and energy you give to support your child’s learning.
Each morning, we see how happy our students are to start their day, and that energy is a direct reflection of the support they receive at home. Thank you for all you do to ensure our students are ready for school, your effort truly shows.
Thank you for being part of our community.
Your Principal,
Suzanne Gruendling
Wednesday, Sept. 24th is our first Late Start Day of the year. School will begin 2 hours later than usual. Buses will pick up 2 hours later than usual.
French Class with Ms. Nzimora: We will have a staffing change in French Class. In the interim, SBSD WL Sub Rick Turvey will be covering this class. We will update you as soon as our hiring is complete. Please feel free to contact Suzanne Gruendling with questions.
Important Dates and Information
Wednesday September 24: Late Arrival 10:30 am
Thursday October 2: No School Yom Kippur
Friday October 3: No School Professional Learning Day
Thursday October 23: No School / Family Conferences
Friday October 24: No School / Family Conferences
FHTMS Starts at 8:30 am! Doors open at 8:00 am.
Safe Routes to School
FALL ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES
Congratulations Cross Country on a Great Race!
ART CLUB
Art Club will have its first meeting on Thursday Sept 25th in Mrs. Treston's room. Art Club is open to any 7th or 8th grader who loves making art. If you plan to attend, you MUST sign up in advance with Mrs. Treston. See her with any questions.
6th Grade Boys & Girls Basketball Club Information Meeting
6th Grade Boys & Girls Basketball Club Information Meeting 🏀
Attention all 6th graders interested in basketball! 🏀
We will be holding an information meeting for the 6th Grade Girls and Boys Basketball Club to provide important details about the upcoming season, including tryouts, practices, and expectations.
Details of the Meeting:
Who: All 6th grade boys and girls interested in joining the Basketball Club
When: Monday September 29th, during TA (8:35 am)
Where: gym
This is a great opportunity to learn more about the club, meet the coach, and get excited for the season ahead. If you are interested in joining the team, you must attend this meeting!
If you can’t make it or have any questions, feel free to reach out to Mr. Button, gbutton@sbschools.net or Coach Lindsay Mott lmott@sbschools.net
See you there! 🏀
Gaming Club. NO GAMING CLUB 9/24/25
QSA
QSA (Queer Straight Alliance) is an after-school group of students and adults who gather in support of the LGBTQ+ community. QSA meets every Thursday from 3:30-4:30 and we are meeting in Mr. Carlson's room next Thursday, Sept. 25th. No sign up is needed and all are welcome to come for snacks and acceptance!
Student Council
The list of candidates for this year’s Student Council has been finalized! Speeches will be shared on Teams this week—please take the time to listen to each candidate’s vision and consider who you believe will best represent our school community. Remember, voting will take place on September 30th, so make sure to cast your vote for the candidate who you think will make the most impact. Your voice matters!
Yearbook Club
Yearbook Club sign-ups are in the library. Yearbook Club will meet on Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:15 in the library starting Sept. 30th.