IMPORTANT DATES
November 22 Art to Remember ordering & payment deadline extended (see below)
5:00-7:00 Book Fair Family Night
7:00-9:00 PTA Family Movie Night
November 25 Schools close 3 hours early (12:15) for Parent/Teacher conferences
November 26 8:15 Walk to School Day - Meet at Savage Library at 8:15 (see below)
November 26 Turkey Trot- a fun run during related arts - please remind students to wear sneakers!
November 26 Schools close 3 hours early (12:15) for Parent/Teacher conferences
November 27 Schools closed for students for Parent/Teacher conferences
November 28-29 Thanksgiving holiday - schools and offices closed
December 7 PTA Holiday Market 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Dear Forest Ridge Families,
We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us during American Education Week to observe your children in the classroom. Your presence highlights the strength of our school community and the vital role that families play in their children’s education. Together, as partners with our dedicated teachers, we can ensure the success and growth of each and every student.
Additionally, thank you for your kind and thoughtful gesture of sending bouquets of flowers to celebrate our Educational Support Professionals (ESP) on National ESP Appreciation Day. Your generosity and recognition of their hard work mean so much to the staff who tirelessly support our students every day. Ms. Pazornik and I also provided them a very special lunch, so they definitely had a great day.
A quick reminder: School will dismiss at 12:15pm on Monday and Tuesday for Parent/Teacher Conferences. These conferences are an important opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher, review their progress, and discuss strategies to support their learning. Your involvement is crucial in ensuring your child’s academic and personal success, and we encourage everyone to participate. Schools will be closed November 27 - 30 for Thanksgiving Break.
Thank you for all you do to support our school and your children’s education. We look forward to continuing to work together to help all our students thrive.
Warm regards,
Mrs. Lannon & Ms. Pazornik
Art To Remember
Orders for FREE SHIPPING deadline has a built in grace period for families running behind. You have THREE more days to order, 11/22, 11/23, & 11/24, with free shipping to the school!!
Starting on 11/25, families can continue to order all the way to 12/30, they will just need to pay for shipping to their homes. Great news! On December 7th at the PTA Holiday Bazaar, all students' artwork will be displayed on the FRES Art Gallery hallways to show off their talents and hard work! QR codes will be displayed to place any extra late orders.
Walk to School Day is Nov 26th!
FRES Walk to School Day is Nov 26th! Get some exercise and help reduce car emissions. Mr. Whiteford and Mrs. O'Connell will be at the Savage Library at 8:15 to join in on the fun. Parents can walk, too and then stay at FRES to help out with the Turkey Trot.
From the ChildFind Office
Attention Parents of Rising Kindergarteners: Don't Wait for Summer to Address Developmental Concerns!
If you have concerns about your child's development - whether it's their speech, motor skills, social skills or learning - it's important to act now. Waiting until the summer for a referral can delay crucial support that your child may need before starting kindergarten.Contact us today to schedule a screening. Let's work together to ensure your child has the best possible start in kindergarten!Call 410-313-7046 or email ChildFind@hcpss.org
WatchDOGS Sign Up Link
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Staff Dinner – Monday, November 25th 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
PTA generously feeds the staff on the 1st day of parent/teacher conferences. Our annual soup and salad bar is back!!! Click here to sign up to donate or volunteer.
Papa John's Cards - Fundraiser
Papa John's cards are back!!! The proceeds from this year’s sales will support 5th grade activities. This card allows UNLIMITED use of a buy 1 get 1 free on regular menu pizzas through December 31, 2025. They are valid at 150 locations around the DC, MD, VA area. Cards are $15 each & $10 of that goes straight to our school. Cards will be available for purchase at all PTA events in November and December. Order forms will go home with students next week.
Holiday Market – Saturday, December 7th 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
FRES Community – come shop and support small businesses in our community. We will host a variety of vendors selling crafts, unique gifts and goods. There will be food trucks, raffle prizes and an opportunity to view student submissions for the Annual PTA Reflections Competition.
We are currently seeking vendors for this event. We welcome crafters, creators, bakers, direct salespersons, food trucks and food vendors. Buy a space and sell your wares! $35 per space, $20 for FRES PTA Members. Interested? Click here or email VP1@frespta.org
WatchDOGS
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Thanksgiving Food Support Basket Giveaway
What: Thanksgiving Food Support Basket Giveaway. Flyer in English and Spanish
When: Monday, November 25, 2024, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Where: North Laurel Community Center,
9411 Whiskey Bottom Road
Laurel, MD 20723
or
Elkridge Volunteer Fire Station
5700 Rowanberry Drive
Elkridge 21075
While supplies last.
HCPSS Community News and Programs Site:
In response to community requests for resources, HCPSS’ new Community News and Programs website makes it easy for families to find educational and recreational resources, events and after-school programs beyond the school day by non-profit organizations. Community organizations requesting their announcements be shared in school newsletters should visit community-programs.hcpss.org for more information. Questions should be directed to the Public Information Office at publicinfo@hcpss.org.
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