Cookies still needed for International Night
Thank you to all of the parents and business who have donated cookies so far, but the is no such thing as too many cookies. Any one still wishing to donate cookies are welcome to do so. We will be receiving them until March 2nd. The cookies are organized by grade level as follows:
5th Bahlsen Hit Biscuits (Germany) 4th Pocky Sticks and Fortune Cookies (Japan) 3rd Danish Wedding Cookies (Denmark) 2nd Walkers Shortbread (United Kingdom) 1st Biscotti (Italy) K Chocolate Chip ( America)
Thank you again for any support (and cookies) you are willing to donate.
5th Bahlsen Hit Biscuits (Germany) 4th Pocky Sticks and Fortune Cookies (Japan) 3rd Danish Wedding Cookies (Denmark) 2nd Walkers Shortbread (United Kingdom) 1st Biscotti (Italy) K Chocolate Chip ( America)
Thank you again for any support (and cookies) you are willing to donate.
Cultural Connections Committee Meeting March 1st
The Cultural Connections Committee will be meeting on March 1 in the Media Center from 6:30-7:30 regarding International Night. Any one who is interested is welcome to attend as long as the complete an interest form ahead of time. The intest forms may be attained from the main office of the school and should be submitted prior to the meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to fine tune the instructions for International Night. We hope any one interest will attend.
International Night 2012 !!!
It is a chance for our students along with their families at Forest Pines Drive Elementary to learn about different cultures around the world. Many of the cultures featured on this night are represented by our students. It is an evening of food, games, performances, and education! It is a night that parents don’t have to cook dinner and can come learn with their children while networking too!
NEW!! This year there will be tables representing “Businesses Around the World”. These tables will be set up by our FPDE parents who are willing to represent the companies they work for that are global/businesses with international ties. The “Business Around the World “ tables will allow the students to learn about companies that work internationally and find out more about what their parents do at their jobs! (If you would like to get involved please email Mrs. Galloway at PGalloway@wcpss.net)
There will be several stations set up with fun activities as well as food/cookies from different countries. We will also host our annual cultural fashion show and enjoy some dancing!!!
Come join us!!! March 9, 2012 6:00-8:30pm
NEW!! This year there will be tables representing “Businesses Around the World”. These tables will be set up by our FPDE parents who are willing to represent the companies they work for that are global/businesses with international ties. The “Business Around the World “ tables will allow the students to learn about companies that work internationally and find out more about what their parents do at their jobs! (If you would like to get involved please email Mrs. Galloway at PGalloway@wcpss.net)
There will be several stations set up with fun activities as well as food/cookies from different countries. We will also host our annual cultural fashion show and enjoy some dancing!!!
Come join us!!! March 9, 2012 6:00-8:30pm
Grades 3-5 End Of Grade Test Dates to Remember
Listed are the testing windows provided by the WCPSS Testing Office for the 2011-2012 End of Grade Tests for grades 3, 4, & 5. Specific dates will be updated as we get closer to testing identifying which days our school will be testing and what tests (reading, math, and fifth grade science). We ask families to make every effort possible to encourage their child to be in attendance on those days. Make-up dates will be scheduled as needed. Testing begins promptly after the bell rings, so be sure to be on time to school and eat a healthy breakfast.
Testing Window Dates:
May 9-24, 2012 = NC Extend 2 EOG Assessment Testing Window
May 16-24, 2012 = 3rd-5th grade EOG Assessment Testing Window
May 29-June 6, 2012 = 3rd-5th grade EOG Retest Testing Window
NEW! How you can help your child prepare for EOG tests...
Please see the following documents below for tips and suggestions. Copies will come home with your child every few weeks with more updates and ways that you can help your child succeed. If you have any questions regarding EOG testing, please contact your child's homeroom teacher, Laura Privette (School counselor/Co-testing coordinator), or Kate Williams (IRT/Co-testing coordinator).
Testing Window Dates:
May 9-24, 2012 = NC Extend 2 EOG Assessment Testing Window
May 16-24, 2012 = 3rd-5th grade EOG Assessment Testing Window
May 29-June 6, 2012 = 3rd-5th grade EOG Retest Testing Window
NEW! How you can help your child prepare for EOG tests...
Please see the following documents below for tips and suggestions. Copies will come home with your child every few weeks with more updates and ways that you can help your child succeed. If you have any questions regarding EOG testing, please contact your child's homeroom teacher, Laura Privette (School counselor/Co-testing coordinator), or Kate Williams (IRT/Co-testing coordinator).
| testing_newsletter_2012_1.pub |
| parent_school-schema__connections.pdf |
Kindergarten registration for 2012-2013 school year
*Kindergarten Registration for 2012-2013 school year
is happening NOW!
Remember...you MUST choose your school assignment.
Your child must be five years of age by August 31, 2012 to register.
Please bring the following items for registration:
*Below are PDF files containing registration paperwork for incoming Kindergarten students, as well as incoming first through fifth grade students. Please feel free to print these out, complete them, and then bring them to the Main Office. Any of our office staff can assist you or answer questions. For direct questions regarding registration or other student registration concerns please contact Heidy Gonzalez, our data manager, at 562-6262.
is happening NOW!
Remember...you MUST choose your school assignment.
Your child must be five years of age by August 31, 2012 to register.
Please bring the following items for registration:
- A certified copy of your child's birth certificate;
- An immunization record for your child;
- Proof of residence--recent utility bill (gas, water, or electric), contract to purchase (must be within 45 days of closing) or new rental agreement (must have parent's name on agreement);
- Picture ID for parent or legal guardian.
*Below are PDF files containing registration paperwork for incoming Kindergarten students, as well as incoming first through fifth grade students. Please feel free to print these out, complete them, and then bring them to the Main Office. Any of our office staff can assist you or answer questions. For direct questions regarding registration or other student registration concerns please contact Heidy Gonzalez, our data manager, at 562-6262.
| all_forms_-_for_incoming_kindergarteners.pdf |
| all_forms_-_for_incoming__1st_through_5th.pdf |
WCPSS Board of Education approves the new Choice Student Assignment Plan
Click on the picture to the left to learn more...
Welcome to Forest Pines Drive Elementary!
Forest Pines Tours & Information Sessions
Forest Pines Drive Elementary has set some school tour dates below for families interested in learning what we are all about.
Tours will be hosted on the following dates:
Please come to the main office to sign in.
Thursday, February 23rd at 4:15 pm
Wednesday, February 29th at 10:00 am
Monday, March 12th at 3:00 pm
Friday, March 23rd at 9:30 am
Forest Pines Drive Elementary has set some school tour dates below for families interested in learning what we are all about.
Tours will be hosted on the following dates:
Please come to the main office to sign in.
Thursday, February 23rd at 4:15 pm
Wednesday, February 29th at 10:00 am
Monday, March 12th at 3:00 pm
Friday, March 23rd at 9:30 am
Wake Leadership Academies
WCPSS opens a new middle school model for the 2011-2012 school year. The Wake Leadership academies will be small, single-gender programs for students in grade 6-8 with the opportunity to participate in an early college program for high school. For more information, go to the WCPSS website to read the article, Board Approves Leadership Academies as Part of New WCPSS Facilities Plan.
Other links of interest:
http://girls.wakeacademy.org/
http://youngmen.wakeacademy.org/
Other links of interest:
http://girls.wakeacademy.org/
http://youngmen.wakeacademy.org/
| Wake Leadership Flyer |
WCPSS Magnet Program Information:
2012-2013 Magnet program timeline can be found at this link.
http://www.wcpss.net/magnet/pdfs/201112RecruitmentTimeline.pdf
http://www.wcpss.net/magnet/pdfs/201112RecruitmentTimeline.pdf
WCPSS Traditional Calendar 2011-2012
| traditional_2011-12.pdf |
