I’m excited about the new school year.Hope you are, too! While the “progress path” is rarely easy and perfectly straight – I appreciate how our staff is planning, flexing, and adjusting as necessary to make sure our students return on…
Yes! I know we’re proud Eagles! But doesn’t this half-minute video of this ever-watchful mama bear warm your heart? So, it is with mama bear’s example in mind, I pass along to you information about this important community event which will take place next…
After taking a break from my weekly emails for the month of July – it’s time to rev up for another great school year! The preparation leading up to our first day of classes on September 6 is ongoing and…
The stage in our stadium was set. And I’m thrilled to report to you the events honoring our FHS Class of 2022 grads a few days ago were fantastic. I’ve got three big reasons for feeling this way: The young…
Do you like to see visible progress? I sure do! This is why – along with all of our other construction upgrades – I enjoy following the progress of the expansion of the library and multiple purpose area in our…
Do you have a favorite graduation memory? We all do! Now the teacher inside me wants to see every hand raised – including yours – when this question is asked. I feel this way because our shared moments of recognition…
It’s true. Embarking on a new Strategic Plan for our district is serious business. It was about nine years ago Superintendent Mary Anne Ackerman, the Board, staff, parents, and community crafted the plan that has served FSD and our community…
What’s a “new beginning?” It’s an interesting question. How would you describe it? Would you say a new beginning is like a fresh start? Would you say new beginnings are revealed in our springtime blossoms? Or would you say stepping…
Did you know April is National School Volunteer Month? We can’t let this month go by without showing our appreciation to the more than 40 parents and community members who take time away from their own busy lives to come…
If you’re a parent, I thought you’d appreciate this visual. I’m sure you’re already aware of this fact, but I think it’s fantastic graphic designer Janis Ozolins took the time to spotlight it. Patience is indeed a virtue – for…