Mrs. Unkrich's class made "Virtual Valentine's" last week for the residents of Courtyard Estates and Farmington Country Manor. In addition, they recorded a song for the residence to hear. Residents had some big smiles on their faces because of this kindergarten class. Staff responded with such gratitude and were eager to share the video and pictures with the folks that live there. Thanks kids for spreading your kind hearts with others!

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Thank you, Food Service Department!
Mr. Reeder’s class made Valentine’s Day cards to show appreciation for our hard working food service department! Thank you for all you do!



Mrs. Collins’ Class Valentine’s Project:
Mrs. Collins’ class sent St. Jude Patients digital greeting cards, and send hand-made cards to OSF, Methodist, and Fulton County Health Dept! #HappyValentinesDay


🌋5th Grade students researched and wrote newspaper articles about their volcanoes they created.
Here are some samples from our "reporters" and some more hands-on volcano action shots. 🌋




Valentine’s Day Kindness Project:
Mrs. Stockham's class is thanking and sharing kind thoughts with some frontline workers to show kindness for Valentine’s Day this year! 💖

❄️Snowflakes aren't just falling from the sky. ❄️
They are, also, in Mrs. Hoffman's classroom!
🎨Check out some outstanding student artwork!🎨




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Last November & December combined, FCES had only 11 in-person school days.
Today marked our 15th CONSECUTIVE DAY of IN-PERSON LEARNING!!! #Success #Celebrate

The lot is empty. The buses are on the way!
The 2:09 buses left the lot at 2:22 #AllClear
The Elementary buses left at 12:16 #AllClear
Buses are on the way #HeadingHome
The bus lot is empty #HeadingHome
A short delay but the buses are on the way!
Buses are on the way #HeadingHome
Buses are on the way!
The bus lot is empty #HeadingHome
FCES is looking for JA classroom volunteers for grades K-5. Volunteers receive training and a kit of materials. Each kit contains easy to follow speaking points and materials for hands-on learning activities. The programs require 5 classroom visits with lessons of 30–45 minutes per visit. The classroom visits are scheduled by the volunteer and educator in a way that works best for both. Contact JA for more information and an updated list of available classrooms: kate.whetstone@ja.org or 309-682-1800 ext 101 Volunteer FAQ http://bit.ly/2ntCjWD

Blackout shirts are making their way home today and tomorrow! We just finished sorting them and now working on delivery. Students will need to check orders before leaving to make sure all orders are correct. Thanks so much everyone for supporting Easter Seals!

