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As we become more comfortable with our school year routines, we would like to share information regarding pick-up procedures for our elementary and middle school students. For our district to ensure reliable transportation for our students, we request that families or caregivers continue to stay informed in allowing our students to be picked up from … Continue reading “District Pick-up Procedures: What to know”
New York’s Distraction-Free Schools Law prohibits the use of personal internet-enabled devices, including smartphones, on K-12 school grounds from the first bell to the last. As part of this new policy, the district submitted its districtwide policy to New York State, along with sharing a survey for families/caregivers to provide community feedback. The Frequently Asked … Continue reading “Distraction-Free FAQ: What to know about New York’s Distraction-Free Schools Law”
Dear Parents and Guardians, This letter is to inform you of an important new policy regarding cellphone use in schools, which will take effect for the 2025-26 school year. New York State’s Distraction-Free Schools Law prohibits the unsanctioned use of smartphones and other internet-enabled personal devices on school grounds in K-12 schools for the entire … Continue reading “State Mandated Cell Phone Ban at FFES”
Montgomery County Public Health will offer vaccination appointments (AM/PM) on the following date: Thursday, September 18 To arrange for an appointment, please contact Montgomery County Public Health at (518) 853-3531.
Below is a full listing of elementary general school supply lists for the 2025-26 school year. Pre-K Kindergarten First Grade Second Grade Third Grade Fourth Grade
The district recently partnered with the Capital Region BOCES Engagement and Development Service to increase opportunities for families to engage with news, content, and highlights on our district’s homepage. The changes are slightly different but will offer more opportunities to view information and activities on our site while being accessible to all. The district has … Continue reading “FFCS website gets a ‘refresh’; What to know”
The district has officially partnered with Healthy Kids to provide after-school programs for the elementary school for the 2025-26 school year. Registering by Saturday, May 31, and using the code FEE25 will allow families and caregivers to receive $25.00 off their registration fee for next year’s program. You can visit their website to begin the … Continue reading “District to partner with Healthy Kids for after-school program”
The calendar for 2025-26 school year is now available to view. The calendar can be found here. Please note that some dates are subject to change.
Currently, the district has not used all of its emergency/snow days for the school year. The District is preparing to give back three days to the school calendar in the coming weeks. Please note that spring weather and other situations (water main breaks/power outages) can change how these days are distributed back to our school … Continue reading “District to return days for school families”
Sometimes the best way to help others is to be kind and know what to do in a time of need. Meet F-F Middle School fifth grader Olivia Wulforst. This school year, Olivia had the patience, determination, and knowledge to assist her younger sister during a medical episode on the school bus. After hearing calls … Continue reading “Lending a helping hand; Meet Olivia Wulforst”
