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FFHS student wins Montgomery County Suicide Prevention Task Force video contest

Earlier this week, FFHS freshman Stephanie Calkins was recognized by the Montgomery County Suicide Prevention Task Force for her winning video submission that highlighted the importance of mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Her video, titled “Transgender Mental Health,” was selected out of the numerous entries from area schools that participated in the countywide contest. … Continue reading “FFHS student wins Montgomery County Suicide Prevention Task Force video contest”

FFES and FFMS to participate in Read for Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region

What’s better than reading a book for a great cause, especially during the winter months? Beginning on Monday, January 31, students in the elementary and middle school buildings will begin participating in the Read for Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region (RMHC-CR ) program. This year, students will begin this insightful program to … Continue reading “FFES and FFMS to participate in Read for Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region”

FFHS students complete ancestry research

At the conclusion of 2021, FFHS students completed an in-depth project that focused on researching their family heritage and lineage. Utilizing federal and state census records, vital records (birth, marriage, death certificates), military and immigration records, along with newspaper articles from Fulton County Historical Society and interviews with family members, students were able to discover … Continue reading “FFHS students complete ancestry research”

January 2022 Regents Examinations Canceled

On Tuesday, December 21, the New York State Education Department released an announcement informing the public that the High School Regents Examination Program is canceled due to the ongoing COVID–19 pandemic. Please note that this cancellation applies to all Regents Examinations that had been scheduled for the January 2022 Regents Examination period. No decisions have … Continue reading “January 2022 Regents Examinations Canceled”

District Update: Holiday Recess Schedule

FFCS Families and Friends, The district will be on Holiday Recess beginning Friday, December 24 through Sunday, January 2. Please note that normal class schedules and activities will resume as scheduled on Monday, January 3. We wish everyone a relaxing and safe holiday recess and we look forward to welcoming our students, faculty and staff … Continue reading “District Update: Holiday Recess Schedule”

K-4 Advantage After School Program cancelled for Dec. 20-23

The Mental Health Association has cancelled the K-4 Advantage After School Program this week (12/20-12/23) due to a staffing shortage.   The program will resume on January 3, 2022.  The Mental Health Association apologizes for the late notice and any inconvenience this may cause to families.

FFMS names National Junior Honor Society inductees

On Tuesday, November 30, thirty eighth grade students were inducted into the FFMS chapter of the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS). To be considered as a candidate, students must meet the academic criteria of a 90 average or above, and complete an informational packet demonstrating their school and community service involvement contributing to the five … Continue reading “FFMS names National Junior Honor Society inductees”

Picture Retakes

Parents and caregivers, We will hold picture retakes this Thursday, December 2 for any high school, middle school or elementary school student that would like a retake or was not able to get their picture taken. Please call the main office if you have any questions. Thank you! Mr. Zadoorian Middle School Principal