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THIS WEEK'S NEWS FROM MR. U & THE FMS HSA
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Frelinghuysen Community,
Happy Super Bowl Sunday! I hope everyone enjoys today’s game, and cheers on Morristown High School alum and Atlanta Falcon Head Coach, Dan Quinn.
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I wanted to clarify two important procedural points this week.
The first is in regards to phoning in your child’s absence when they do not attend school. Unlike the elementary schools, our procedure at FMS is for you to phone the absence into our attendance secretary, Ms. Mota, not the school nurses. This is accomplished by calling the main school number, 973-292-2200, and then selecting option #5 off of the main menu.
The second thing I want to clarify is our school policy for student cell phone usage during school hours. This year students are required to turn their phones off and place them in their lockers upon arriving to school. The cell phones are to remain in the lockers throughout the school day. Once the 2:18 dismissal bell rings, students are able to retrieve their cell phones and to use them. If at any point during the day you need to get in touch with your child, please call the main office and we will be sure to get him/her a message in a timely manner. We appreciate you reinforcing this policy with your child.
I recently watched a 15 minute video featuring Simon Sinek, entitled Millennials in the Workplace. It has over 5 million views on YouTube and focuses on the impact of social media on the brains of young adolescents. It is an important watch for every parent and every educator. I encourage you to set aside 15 minutes to watch it with your child.
Here is the link.
In partnership,
Mr. Uglialoro
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Q: What is the school play this year and when are the performances?
A: This year the students, staff and many parents have been working hard rehearsing and preparing for FMS's production of Shrek the Musical.
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It promises to be a wonderful show and we're truly thankful for everyone who is putting in so much effort to make it a success. From the cast learning their lines, choreography, and songs, Mrs. Montague and the FMS staff members encouraging and directing the students and the countless parents who are painting, constructing and sewing - it takes a village to create such a wonderful show! The performances will be Friday, March 3, and Saturday, March 4, at 7PM. Limited tickets will be on sale soon, so watch the FMS weekly bulletin for information.
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SWEET TREATS:
STAFF APPRECIATION
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Looking for a way to say “thank you” or “we appreciate your efforts” to that special FMS teacher or staff member?
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Well, look no further because the FMS Sweet Treats Staff Appreciation Day is here, Tuesday, Feb 14th! If you click on the link below, you’ll find dozens of ways to show your appreciation in a “sweet” way this Valentine’s Day.
Sign Up Genius Link
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Hedda is a beloved 8th Grader at FMS. She was diagnosed with Medulloblastoma (brain cancer) in September 2015. Since then she has endured surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation treatments and has kept strong and smiling through it all. We, at FMS, would like to show Hedda how much we love and support her. There are several ways to help:
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On the Run for Hedda - This is a 1.5 mile or 3 mile walk /fun run that will be held at 3PM on Sunday, February 12 at Central Park in Morris Plains. Please see the flyer for more information. A Go Fund Me page has been set up for for people to register for the race: Click here to support On the Run for Hedda.
Donate to the Helping Hedda GoFundMe - Hedda is hoping to visit her family in Sweden or have them visit her here. Funds from the GoFundMe will help her realize this dream or help support her and her family. Here is the link to the GoFundMe: Helping Hedda
Display a Turquoise Ribbon - Have you noticed turquoise ribbons around trees in Morristown and on people's front yards? We're showing our support for Hedda. Tie a turquoise ribbon on your tree, a pet or someplace meaningful or funny, snap a picture and post it on the Ribbons for Hedda Facebook page. Details on how to get a ribbon are also on the Facebook page.
Hedda, FMS loves you and we're sending you strength and support. ❤️
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MORRISTOWN ONSTAGE IS SOLD OUT!
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The Morris Educational Foundation is humbled by our school community's support for our signature fundraiser.
This year we have had an unprecedented amount of enthusiasm for tickets and we are deeply grateful.
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If you were unable to purchase tickets, we encourage you to continue to check the MPAC website in the event that additional seats become available.
Our goal is to raise $100,000 for the 10 schools in the Morris School District stands. Please consider placing a playbill ad to support our talent and our students and help us reach our goal.
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A special thank you goes to Laurie Litman, who chairs our MAC Drug Program, and to school counselor / HIB coordinator Jessica Hidalgo, for coordinating a special assembly for our students by Mykee Fowlin this week.
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Mr. Fowlin’s programs combine both his professional acting talents and his psychological training. His mission is to create an atmosphere of inclusion, not just tolerance, towards all people. More information can be found here: http://mykeefowlin.com.
Special thanks also go to Agnes Espinoza for coordinating the signups for the winter session of HSA After-school clubs.
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The FMS Snack Stand is in desperate need of volunteers! This a a great opportunity for parents to interact with the middle schoolers while helping out the HSA.
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The snack stand is open every day after school selling water and light snack items. You will be in and out in an hour (2pm to 3pm) and you can sign up for as many or as few days per month as you want. Whatever fits your schedule. To volunteer please send an email to
FMSsnackstand@gmail.com.
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The annual Morristown High School Dinner and Fashion Show to benefit Project Graduation will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at 5:30pm at the Birchwood Manor. Tickets are $65 per person.
Click here for more information on how to reserve your table today. Note: Invitations will NOT be mailed or distributed via backpack mail.
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SAVE THE DATE: FMS HSA Color Run, Friday June 2, 2017, after school
Location: FMS Athletic Fields
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Family members welcome! Kick off and registration will be May 8 - May 17. More details to follow…come join the fun!!
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Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2017 Morristown Lady Colonials Lacrosse Season! Registration is open to all girls in grades K through 8, regardless of skill level or experience. Register today at http://www.ladycolonialslax.com/
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Nationally renowned social skills expert Jed Baker, Ph.D....
Managing Frustration, Anxiety, and Teaching Social Skills
presented by the Director of the Social Skills Training Project
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Thursday, February 16, 2017
7:00 - 10:00 pm
Thomas Jefferson School, 101 James Street, Morristown
Students with ASD, ADHD, ANXIETY, MOOD DISORDERS, and those with LEARNING CHALLENGES often present with difficulty regulating feelings. This workshop describes how caregivers can best think about difficult moments in order to achieve better outcomes. The focus is on how to create prevention plans to reduce debilitating anxiety and frustration by modifying triggers, teaching new skills, gradually facing fears, and motivating participation. Key components of effective social skill training are also reviewed. Information is imparted though lecture, interactive exercises, and video clips. Appropriate for parents, teachers clinicians and others working with toddlers to young adults.
Jed Baker, Ph.D. is the director of the Social Skills Training Project, an organization serving individuals with autism and social communication problems. He is on the professional advisory board of Autism Today, ASPEN, ANSWER, YAI, the Kelberman Center and several other autism organizations. In addition, he writes, lectures, and provides training internationally on the topic of social skills training and managing challenging behaviors. He is an award winning author of 8 books, including Social Skills Training for Children and Adolescents with Aspergers Syndrome and Social Communication Problems; Preparing for Life: The Complete Handbook for the Transition to Adulthood for Those with Autism and Aspergers Syndrome; The Social Skills Picture Book; The Social Skills Picture Book for High School and Beyond; No More Meltdowns: Positive Strategies for Managing and Preventing Out-of-Control Behavior; No More Victims: Protecting those with Autism from Cyber Bullying, Internet Predators & Scams; Overcoming Anxiety in Children and Teens; and School Shadow Guidelines. His work has also been featured on ABC World News, Nightline, Fox News, the CBS Early Show, and the Discovery Health Channel.
Dr. Jed Baker's website
REGISTER HERE
Tickets: $25
50 free tickets are available to P.A.C.E. members, first come first serve basis.
To reserve a ticket please email us at pace.msd@gmail.com.
3 hours of NJ Continuing Education Credits are available for NJ teachers attending this workshop.
This event is sponsored by P.A.C.E. (Parent Advocacy Council for Education).
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Recycle your old cell phones and ink/laser cartridges from home or work. There is a collection box in the main office all year long and FMS-HSA will receive cash, which will go towards HSA sponsored programs for our kids.
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Gather all those Box Tops you’ve been saving and send them in!
Please put them in a Ziploc bag and write your child's Homeroom teacher on the bag.
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Have your student drop the Ziploc bag in the black Box Tops mailbox outside the main office. This is an easy fundraiser for FMS and a great way to raise money for our students! Please continue to clip Box Tops from the products you buy each week because we collect all year.
Also, register your ShopRite Price Plus club card and select FMS. Any time you buy participating products at ShopRite using your Price Plus card during the advertised times, box top earnings will automatically be awarded to FMS!
We will keep you posted on our progress throughout the school year so you can see how you are making a difference. Thank you for your continued support!
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IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, Feb 6: Spring Sports Forms Due
Friday, Feb 10: Spirit Day
Tuesday, Feb 14: "Sweet Treats" Staff Appreciation
Mon-Tues Feb 20-21: President's Day Winter Recess
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