August 2019 Newsletter

Can't wait to see you back at school!

It's that time again.... only 4 weeks until the first day of school on September 3 ! Our staff and I are excited to see you and your children again soon. If you haven't reserved your child's spot, please do so soon! Some classes are full and waiting lists have been begun. Please read on to learn about all the great things happening at FMS!

-Erika Hemphill, Director

Back to School Orientation Bash! Saturday, 8/24/19

New Family Orientation ONLINE

All new families, please watch our short Orientation Video online before 8/24/19 to learn important information about our school. All new families who complete the online orientation video before 8/24/19 will be entered to win $25 off September tuition.

One winner will be selected at random. Please direct any questions to the school office.

Meet the Teacher - All Families

9:00 - 10:30 am - Come & go in the classrooms

Say hello to your teacher, explore your new class, and pick up important papers.

Back to School Bash

On the church lawn

After you visit your class, enjoy a Kona Ice Snow Cone, play with old friends, and make new ones. Enrolled students get a free Snow Cone!

Free Eye Screenings from the Duncanville Lions Club!

9:00 - 10:30 am in the Parlor, Friendship Building

Free, quick, non-invasive eye exams for even the youngest of children with results on the spot. Sponsored by the Duncanville Lions Club.

See you there!

Parent Handbook Online

Please download your copy of the 2019-2020 Parent Handbook here. Please direct any questions to the school office.

Now Enrolling for the 2019-2020 School Year

For over 50 years, First Methodist School has served the families of the Best Southwest area and we are excited about what the new school year holds!

To enroll for the upcoming school year, please click here. We will continue to offer the finest in academic programs, Christian enrichment, and social/emotional growth for our students.

Telling others about our school pays! Click here for referral discount information!

Learn more about our TOP NOTCH Kindergarten program!

Extended Hours Available

For our families who need an earlier start and later end to the school day, we offer Stay & Play hours. Early drop off starts at 7:00 am and afternoon Stay & Play hours are offered from 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Please stop by or call the school office for more information.

First United Methodist Church Duncanville

FMS is a ministry of First United Methodist Church Duncanville. See the church website to learn more!

End of Summer Party!

Sunday, August 18

Giant, Inflatable Slip and Slide

Bubbles, Water Balloons, Games

and More!

Bring a friend and enjoy the FUN!

Preschool 2:00-3:30p.m.

(Preschoolers must be accompanied by their parents during the party.)

Entering Kindergarten - 6th Grade 4:00-5:30p.m. Entering 7th-12th Grade 6:00-8:00p.m. *Please wear a swimsuit and swim shoes or flip-flops. Bring a towel and wear sunscreen.

Children in Action - Parent's Night Out

Fri. Sept. 13, 2019, 6:00-10:00 PM in Aldersgate

Pizza dinner and fun!

Cost is $10 each/$25 max per family

RSVP to [email protected]

Open Table

Open Table is an opportunity for a free meal and conversation held every Saturday night of each month at 5:00 p.m. to 6: p.m. in Alexander Gym. This meal is open to the public and all are invited. It is a growing mission where different classes and groups of the church serve meals on Saturday evenings. Children are entertained and care packages are given out. To learn more, click here.

Thank you for linking your card to FMS #639

BOX TOPS ARE GOING DIGITAL! Thank you for clipping & sharing with us! Click logo for more info

To link your Kroger card to FMS, click here

All profits donated to our school! Click logo for more info

Download the app to keep in touch with your teacher

Car decals available in school office!

First Methodist School | Phone 972.298.5890| Fax 469.533.2372| www.fmsduncanville.com

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