Hello FVMS Families,
We’ve had a wonderful day here at Fort Valley Middle School, and we look forward to a fun and enjoyable day of learning each day this week! Thank you for continuing to partner with us as we move into another exciting stretch of the semester. Please review the following reminders and announcements:
📚 URGENT!!!!! On the Same Page Literacy Campaign
Don’t forget to purchase your child’s book for our school-wide literacy campaign.
Please purchase your student’s book this week. We will begin our book study on September 29th, and we don’t want your child to miss out!
💉 Free Flu Shots – October 15
The Peach County Health Department and Peach County Schools are partnering to provide free flu shots at FVMS on October 15.
👉 https://form.jotform.com/251915396417161
🛒 BJ’s Wholesale Club Partnership
We’ve partnered with BJ’s Wholesale Club to offer discounted memberships for FVMS families.
👉 http://www.bjs.com/fortvalleyms
📌 General Announcements
As we finish our first six weeks of school, please keep these important items in mind:
Chromebook Use
Students are expected to use their school-issued Chromebooks for school-appropriate sites only. Unfortunately, we have seen an increase in students attempting to cheat on assignments, which undermines their learning. Cheating on assignments will result in a zero. The sites and activities are monitored both on and off campus. Inappropriate usage may result in disciplinary consequences.
Medication Policy
All medications must be brought in by a parent/guardian to the med tech. Students are not allowed to carry or self-administer medications.
Morning medications should be taken at home.
No pocketing or bringing medications to take at breakfast.
Both prescription and over-the-counter medications must be brought in the original container by a parent/guardian.
👉 Please call Nurse Smith if you have questions.
Attendance & Tardies
School begins promptly at 7:45 AM. Students not in class by then are marked tardy. Beginning October 1, tardies will be closely monitored. Saturday School, after-school detention, or ISS may be assigned if tardies become a pattern.
Language & Behavior
Students are expected to use school-appropriate language at all times, whether on campus, on the bus, or at any school-related event. Profanity in any area, including on the bus, is prohibited.
Progress Reports
Please sign and return your child’s progress report by tomorrow. A copy will be given back to you once it is returned.
8th Grade Field Trip
Our 8th grade students will attend a theatrical performance at the Macon Theatre. This aligns with new ELA standards requiring students to gain, evaluate, and present increasingly complex information and ideas through various forms of communication, including media.
Behavior expectations extend off campus as well—field trips are considered an extension of school, and any inappropriate behavior will result in administrative consequences.
Yearbooks
Pre-order your yearbook early and save! Yearbooks are $36 with a 10% discount for early purchase. Capture those precious memories before the price goes up! 👉 https://www.treering.com/purchase?PassCode=1017404039321401
Fall Pictures – September 29
Fall pictures will be taken on Monday, September 29. This will be the picture used for the yearbook, so please remind your child to come looking their best. More details will be sent soon.
⚽🏈 Upcoming Athletics & Spirit Events
Football: Our next game is Saturday, September 20 against Cirrus Academy at Ed Defore Stadium at 9:30 a.m. as we defend our 3-0 run.
Softball: Our next game is Wednesday, September 24, against Cirrus Academy at Ed Defore Stadium at 5:30 p.m. Go Lady Trojans!
Thank you for supporting our students and school community. It truly is One Team, One Dream!
Let’s keep the momentum going with strong grades, positive behavior, and good attendance as we continue throughout the semester.
With appreciation,
Kizzy S. Johnson
Principal
Fort Valley Middle School
"Where Learning is Required!"