Awards, recognitions, and milestones share a unique trait. Although the fields of endeavor may be different – academics, sports, music, painting, business-building, military service, and so on – most of the respective awards and milestones originate from the same source. They originate from…
Our 2023-2024 school year officially begins next week. With so much anticipation and expectation in the air, it’s fair to wonder right about now what actions will encourage success all throughout FSD over the next 10 months. While there’s no…
As you and I prepare for the start of a new school year, it probably wouldn’t be a bad thing for us to step back and ask ourselves: “What are we hoping to build this year?” After all, isn’t this ‘what are we…
Were you eager to get back to school when you were younger? No doubt we all have embellished stories about how difficult it was to even get to school back in our day. But check out this quick clip for some perspective. Luckily,…
With the first day of the new school year coming up on Tuesday, September 5, let’s start unpacking it a bit. I’ve got 3 great pieces of news to share with you today. First of all, I want you to know it…
Can you guess the trait our student-athletes and school retirees share? Okay. Here’s a hint. It’s probably a trait you appreciate.(I know I do.) Tick.Tick.Tick.Times up! The trait our wonderful student-athletes and school retirees share is this – That despite their past and current…
How do you predict the impact of future hopes and dreams? When it comes to the success and achievements of our students, I’m not sure this is even possible. Just a quick look at this 30 second video will tell you that mere stones…
You may already know the answer. Eagles can soar above the clouds – at altitudes ranging from 10,000-20,000 feet. Amazing! In the days following tonight’s Commencement in the Stadium, members in the FHS Class of 2023 will similarly begin their…
Perhaps you’ve seen or heard these words before. They are often used in predicting success. The popular maxim goes like this: “The height of someone’s floor in life is defined by their skills. The height of someone’s ceiling in life is defined by…
With school-related graduations and all of the other important “step ups” for students taking place right about now, you and I are probably extending our best wishes and saying “good luck!” frequently. Is saying “good luck” to a someone just a…