Teacher Appreciation Week
We hope that each and every one of our teachers felt appreciated and loved this past week!
FPS cannot thank you enough for all of your hard work and dedication to our students, families, and schools.
We know that this year has posed several challenges and we have asked you to go above and beyond; please know that this has not gone unnoticed. We appreciate you more than we can put into words.
FPS TEACHERS ROCK!!!
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Dear Fellow Educators,
Each year, during the first week of May, we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week. It is one time each year designated for us to recognize all that you do for our students and families.
It is unfortunate that it has taken a pandemic to raise you up and acknowledge you for all that you do for students and families. While we have always known you to be heroes for the work that you do, it certainly is nice to have others truly see the important role you play in our world.
I know that the complexities of meeting all students' needs in order to ensure they are making adequate growth is not a simple task, yet everyday you tirelessly seek out meaningful ways and strategies to address individual student needs.
As the Superintendent, I may appear far removed from the classroom, but my passion and mission is to ensure we are providing the best resources and support for all of you so you can effectively serve our students. I often reflect on the quote from Dr. Julie Hasson, “Schools can’t become great places for students to learn and grow unless we make them the best places for teachers to work and grow.” Please know that each day this quote guides my thoughts and decisions at the District level.
As we move through the months and years ahead, I look forward to continuing to create and cultivate a culture that supports your efforts. I know that by working together we will continue to do great things for our students and provide them with an extraordinary education.
I know that you are teaching in extraordinary times...every day may not go as planned, but your connection to your students is everything. Each day, I am so thankful for the quality staff that we have here in Farmington Public Schools. Please know that your efforts are not going unnoticed.
I just didn’t want this week to go by without you knowing how grateful I am for all of you. I truly appreciate and respect all of your efforts and commitment to serving our students.
Sincerely,
Bob
Superintendent
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Welcome Assistant Superintendent of Innovation and Strategic Initiatives,
Dr. Kelly Coffin
Coffin is the current Assistant Superintendent for Professional Learning and Innovation for the Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District. Prior to that, Coffin Served as Superintendent, from 2013-2019, for Tecumseh Public Schools. She has served in numerous roles throughout her career including teacher, principal, interim superintendent, and Director of Instructional Services.
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Welcome Farmington United Hockey Coach, Grant Newton
Grant played hockey for Farmington United from 2010-2014 and served as team captain his senior year. During his senior year, the team brought home its first State Championship. After graduating high school, he continued to play hockey at Michigan State University (MSU) on the ACHA D2. Each summer, Newton returned home to coach the summer program. After graduating from MSU, he joined the Farmington United Hockey staff as an assistant coach.
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Code.org
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Provides free K-12 computer science lessons and games to help students learn how to code at an earlier age.
Code.org
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National Geographic Kids
, students of all ages can enjoy science experiments, animal watch cameras and a ton of activities to keep them busy for hours.
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BBC History for Kids
- Students can walk through ancient history, or choose specific countries for more deep learning.
BBC History for Kids
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Audible by Amazon
- Has hundreds of titles available
completely free
for as long as schools are closed.
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School Ideas
- Student Video - Ask your students to record a 60 second video about their favorite memory of the year.
- Awards - Teachers could provide each student with an award. (Kind Heart Award, Funniest Student Award, Best Friend Award, etc.)
- Virtual Pajama Party
- Virtual Theme Day - beach theme, sports theme, color theme, etc.
- Virtual Show and Tell
- Top 10 List - Ask students to write down their top ten favorite things for the year.
- Write a Letter - Write each of your students a goodbye letter.
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Social Emotional Support Links
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The "In the News Section" is a compilation of news stories about Farmington Public Schools. We feel it is an important resource for staff to know what is in the news.
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Four Oakland County players selected in NFL Draft
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FARMINGTON SCHOOLS CONSIDERS COUNTY ISD TECH CONTRACT
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SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS HONOR FARMINGTON SCHOOLS CLASS OF 2020
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FARMINGTON HIGH ‘ADDAMS FAMILY’ CAST SHARES A VIRTUAL OPENING NIGHT
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FARMINGTON SCHOOLS PURSUES IN-PERSON GRADUATION, PROM
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WANT TO RUN FOR FARMINGTON SCHOOL BOARD?
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NORTH FARMINGTON STUDENTS MEET WITH GOVERNOR
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FARMINGTON SCHOOLS STUDENTS WIN LOCAL, STATE CREATIVE HONORS
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FPS TRUSTEE: NEW MTC OFFER A ‘SLAP IN THE FACE’
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NORTH FARMINGTON SENIOR WINS CONSTRUCTION COMPETITION
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District News Releases
(Releases not covered
above)
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Read by Grade Three Law Update
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Governor Whitmer’s Executive Order 2020-35 (COVID-19), specifically Section IX(C), strict compliance with rules and procedures around MCL 380.1280f(5) is temporarily suspended. This compiled law is best known as the Read by Grade Three Law. Section IX(C) of Executive Order 2020-35 relieves a district of the obligations imposed for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year to retain a pupil in grade three. The Read by Grade Three law has as its foundation state testing, which is not taking place this spring.
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Civitans' Book Distribution
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With schools closed due to the COVID 19 pandemic, West Oaks Civitans' members handed out books to more than 350 kids as families picked up their weekly meals at East Middle School.
Thank you, West Oaks Civitans, for all of the support you give our students throughout the year, as well!
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Governor Whitmer Details Six Phases of Her MI Safe
Start Plan
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VIRTUAL - Board of Education Meeting - Tuesday, May 19
6 p.m
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• Please email any public comments to info@fpsk12.net or call 248.426.5000. We will be accepting public comments until 6:10 pm that evening. Your comments will be shared with the public and full Board by the Board President during the meeting under the Public Comment portion of the agenda.
• You can watch it LIVE on TV-10 or
stream it on your device!
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Last Day for Seniors -
Friday, May 22
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How do you plan on celebrating the seniors in your classes?
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Did you plan a final zoom meeting to celebrate?
• What is one piece of advice you would give your previous self as a senior on the last day of school?
Thank you for helping us make this a special day for our seniors! :)
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