Fremont MS Family Newsletter

Good afternoon,

As we approach the final week before Spring Break, there is a distinct sense of excitement in our hallways. While we are all looking forward to a well-deserved rest, this is a critical week for our students to stay focused and finish the school year on a high note.

I want to encourage our students to use these final five days to:

Check-in on assignments: Ensure all classwork and homework is turned in before we head into break.
Maintain attendance: Every day counts for learning, even the ones right before a holiday!
Support one another: Let’s keep our school culture kind and patient as energy levels rise.

Spring Break will officially begin on Monday, March 23rd through Friday, March 27th.

Morning Announcements

Warm Regards,

Emily Loerakker

Fremont MS Principal

Trimester 3 - Important Dates

💐 March 23-27 - Spring Break - No School
💻 March 31 - April 8 - IAR testing
🚫 April 3 - No School
🎶 April 10th - Musical
🏫 April 14 - 5th-grade student tours of Middle School, Related Studies presentation to 5th grade
✈️ April 30 - May 2: Washington, DC Field Trip (8th grade only)
💻 May 7-8 - NWEA MAP Testing
⚾️ May 13 - Schaumburg Boomers Game (7th grade only)
📌 May 15 - 5th grade Tours
🎩 May 21 - 22 - Springfield Field Trip (7th grade only)
🇺🇸 May 25 - Memorial Day - No School
🕺🏽May 27 - Graduation Dance (8th grade only)
🏆 May 29 - 8th Grade Awards Assembly (7-8th grades only)
🎓 May 29 - 8th grade Graduation Walk to ES and IS
🎓 June 3 - 8th Grade Graduation (College of Lake County) - Entrance with ticket
🧑🏼‍🔬 June 4 - Career Day (7th only)
🎳 June 4 - Bowling Field Trip (6th only)
🇺🇸 May 25 - Memorial Day - No School
🌞 June 5 - Last Day of School and Report cards (1:13 pm dismissal)

🗓️ 2025-26 K-8 School Calendar

Please see the school website for more information:

8th grade dance - May 27th
8th grade graduation - June 3rd at College of Lake County

8th Grade Slideshow

Hello 8th Grade parents!

We want to celebrate your kids and the fun memories they’ve made over the years. We are putting together a slideshow to be shown during the 8th grade dance. Help them walk down memory lane with this fun tribute to their time here at Fremont. We thank you in advance for your help with this.

What type of pictures we are looking for…..

Pictures with just your child (example: baby picture, first day of kindergarten, birthday, special moments, funny memory)
Pictures with Fremont friends (past students are ok)
Pictures of Fremont sporting events
Pictures of class parties, school field trips, other school events or clubs

What type of pictures not to include….

Pictures with family
Pictures with non-Fremont friends

How to share your memories….

Name each picture with the child's first initial, last name, and picture number (1, 2, 3, etc.)
How to share: email them to fremontclassof2026@gmail.com
Please only share 10 pictures per student

All pictures are due no later than April 11th to give us plenty of time to compile all the memories. Thanks for your help in making this a special time for each and every 8th grader!

Are you interested in helping plan the 8th Grade Graduation Dance? The next dance committee meeting is tomorrow, Wednesday, February 25th at 6:30 pm in the Middle School Den. If you have any questions, please email Stacie Brown at sbrownn14@gmail.com.

Thanks!

Interested in competing in a math or STEM competition at MHS? Students should come to the Den 6 during Flex on Tuesday March 17th. Please email hlarson@fsd79.org or dstopps@fsd79.org for more information!

In an effort to better help students to thrive and grow while at school, Quest and Fremont have shifted the choices of snacks and beverages available to them to purchase in the cafeterias at lunch time. With the focus on providing a balanced source of energy and nutrition, our chips and cracker choices are now focusing on portions that are whole-grain and reduced-fat. We have also shifted the beverage selection to promote low-sugar juice and drinks to help fuel students’ learning, while still providing them with the same variety of options they look for during lunch. Please contact Food Service Director Anthony Smith with any questions.

On June 4th, 7th graders will be participating in a Career Day. If you are interesting in getting involved or speaking at the event, please use this form.

Give Your Student a "Summer Boost"!

Summer is a time for fun, but it’s also the perfect season to sharpen those skills! We are thrilled to invite your student to join Summer Boost, our premier virtual asynchronous program designed to keep young minds active and engaged.

Whether your child needs a little extra practice in Reading and/or Math or is looking to get a head start on the upcoming school year, Summer Boost provides a flexible, teacher-supported environment to help them succeed—all from the comfort of home.

Exciting Library Partnership!

This year, we are taking the learning beyond the screen! We’ve teamed up with the Fremont Public Library to reward our hard-working students. Every week, Summer Boost students are eligible to earn exciting prizes at the library!

Program At-A-Glance

Dates - June 15 – July 24
Format - Virtual & Asynchronous (Work at your own pace!)
Support - Students who are entering 1st - 8th grade are paired with a dedicated teacher for Reading and/or Math
Cost - $0 (Completely Free for District Families)
Registration Deadline - Open now through April 30, 2026

Don't let the "summer slide" slow your student down. Secure their spot today and let’s make this summer a season of growth! Click Here to Register for Summer Boost

Spring Sport Sign-ups

Parent or Guardian should sign up their athlete if they are interested in the following spring sports:

Boys Volleyball (grades 7-8) - Season runs March 16 - May 12
Track & Field (grades 6-7-8) No cut - Info Mtg 3/31 - Season runs April 6 - May 22 (State)

Spring Sport Sign up

All athletes NEED a physical on file in our nurse's office. More information will be shared regarding the different sport as the start date approaches.

Sign up before 6/30/2026 - Save $100 off the cost of the trip.

https://myprogram.worldstrides.com/custom/2027-fremont-ms-dc-227698/

Trip ID - 227698

If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Poglayen - apoglayen@fsd79.org

7:55 a.m. to 2:43 p.m. (M, Tu, Th, F), 7:55 a.m to 2:13 p.m. (W)
The earliest students can be dropped of is 7:30 a.m. If students are reporting to school early for a morning activity that is supervised by a Fremont staff member, they can enter the office beginning at 7:05 a.m.

Please note: Students are dismissed 30 minutes earlier than normal every Wednesday so that teachers and staff may participate in professional learning.

7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (during school year)
8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (during school-year breaks and summer)

The designated pick-up and drop-off zone is in front of the school.

Early pick-up of students ends before the dismissal process begins. Please note that the latest early pickup time is 2:00 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays and 1:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.

The area behind the building is reserved for buses only.
If someone other than the child’s parent or guardian is picking them up, the school office must be notified.