Weekly Update for November 10, 2025

Weekly Update for November 10, 2025

WEEKLY UPDATE

 

For the Week of November 10, 2025

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

11/10 - Veterans Day Assemblies

11/10 - Progress Reports Viewable in ParentVue

11/11 - NO SCHOOL -Veterans Day Observed

IN THE KNOW

A November 2025 calendar highlights school dismissal times and holidays.

Reminder of Dismissal Changes

We will have early dismissal at 12:30pm on November 18, 20, 21, and 24 - 25. The 26th is dismissal at 12:35pm so the teachers can have parent conferences. Please mark your calendar and set a reminder.

 

Veterans Day Assembly Note:

While we do not have the capacity in our gym to invite our whole school community to our Veteran's Day Assembly on November 10th, we would like to invite families with veterans to attend as well as a parents who have students performing. We will have two separate assemblies:

Grades K, 1 and 4 will be at 9:35AM

Grades 2.3.5 will be at 10:20AM

PTSA INFORMATION

School Mantra “Rooted in Joy”

Finding happiness in the little moments every day!

Principal Morton would love to have you share what sparks joy for you and your family. 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftNUDAFJmCEv0nAGhVAmPyF76hL0hcnjvD-X5ffnEJ9VS9UQ/viewform

 

Reflections 

PTSA Reflections is a national art program for all students (all grades, all abilities).

Students can enter in 6 art categories:

✅ Dance

✅ Music

✅ Visual Arts

✅ Film

✅ Literature

✅ Photography

This year’s theme: I Belong!

Your work is judged on your art + your artist statement. Entries may move from school → district → state → National PTA.

👉 How to Participate (Super Simple)

1.    Check the rules for your category:

https://www.wastatepta.org/programs/reflections/

2.    Make your artwork.

3.    Upload a photo + entry form by Nov 23, 2025:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSej02HsVq2ydTGh4V9YjczHr1jJ0iAyQnVtoqVevyaLtVZmbQ/viewform

 

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After School Classes for the Winter Session

Get ready for an awesome winter! Our new After-School Schedule is officially live and bursting with incredible, engaging activities. When you scan the code, be sure to check out the detailed curriculum for each program to see exactly the full plan of exciting activities and learning. 

 

🗓️ Interest form is due 11/30. If interest exceeds capacity, a lottery will be held

💸 Limited scholarships available

Scan the code or visit our webpage for details.

 

Classes:

  • Mini Musical (K to 5)   Monday    4:00-5:00    1/12-3/23
  • Robotics (K to 5)     Tuesday   4:00-5:00    1/13-3/24
  • Technology Workshop (3 to 5)   Wednesday  2:30-3:30 1/14-3/11
  • Minecraft Education (K to 2) Wednesday  2:30-3:30 1/14-3/25
  • 3D Design and Printing. (K to 5) Thursday  4:00-5:00 1/16-3/27
  • Public Speaking (K to 2) Friday. 4:00-5:00    1/16-3/227

 

No classes on 1/19, 1/26, 2/6, 2/16-2/20

 

Questions? Email us at fernwoodptsaafterschool@gmail.com - Manli 

Become a Fernwood PTSA Supporter

Support Fernwood Elementary students by becoming a PTSA Sponsor today! Your generous sponsorship helps fund beloved programs like the Science Fair, Spelling Bee, Art Docent Program, After-School Enrichment Classes, Staff Appreciation, and more.

 

Choose your sponsorship level — Diamond ($1,500)Sapphire ($750), or Emerald ($500) — and enjoy recognition on banners, newsletters, and social media!

💎 Become a Diamond Sponsor

💙 Become a Sapphire Sponsor

💚 Become an Emerald Sponsor

Prefer to give another amount? Every contribution makes a difference!

➡️ Make a General Donation

For questions, email fernwoodfundraiser@gmail.com.