February 28, 2020 Vol. 2 No. 10
Fridley High School seniors named MSHSL Triple "A" Award recipients Congratulations to Fridley High School (FHS) 2020 Minnesota State High School League Triple "A" (Academics, Arts, and Athletics) Award winners seniors Jada Probasco and Adam Johnson! The award is given to one male and one female high school senior who is a standout, exemplary student in academics, fine arts, and sports. Both Probasco and Johnson have enjoyed challenging themselves academically at FHS while also maintaining extensive track records of extracurricular activities. The students will be recognized at this year's Lions Club Scholastic Achievement Banquet to be held in May in the district auditorium.
In addition, Johnson was selected as the Triple "A" Region 5AA representative. He was selected to represent the entire region among other student male candidates from Maple Grove, Anoka, Centennial, Columbia Heights, Osseo, Blaine, Irondale, Mounds View, Rogers, Champlin Park, Mounds View, Park Center, St. Michael-Albertville, Coon Rapids, Spring Lake Park and Totino-Grace high schools. Johnson will now advance to the statewide competition, where he is a candidate among eight Minnesota high school Triple "A" Award recipients who are vying for the state title and scholarship opportunities. The winner will be announced during an on-court recognition during the state boys' basketball tournament on Saturday, March 21, 2020. Click to read more about our Triple "A" Award winners... SCHOOL & DISTRICT NEWS
FMS students present History Day projects, students advance to regional competition In addition, over 30 8th graders were selected to advance to the regional competition to be held at White Bear Lake High School South Campus on March 28, 2020. The History Day project allows students to explore their own interests and creatively present research through an individually selected format of an exhibit, documentary, research paper, performance, or website. In addition, students practice critical communication and social skills by presenting their projects to their peers, parents, and volunteer judges. Click to read more...
Police partnership provides work experience for FHS students
In their own words: Stevenson Elementary 1st grade class publishes story book
Fridley Middle School presents Black History Month Showcase Each February, Black History Month serves as an opportunity for all to recognize and celebrate the achievements of African Americans - Fridley Public Schools honors the legacy of African American pioneers through a multitude of events throughout the February. On February 25, 2020, Fridley Middle School (FMS) hosted a first-time, student-centered Black History Month showcase for 7th and 8th grade students in the Fridley district auditorium.
The event was organized in collaboration with FMS Get Ready college pathways program coordinator Nura Hussein and equity and inclusion specialist Aloda Sims. "Together, we wanted to create a space and opportunity for students to feel valued and celebrated through their culture and heritage," said Hussein. "We wanted this to be a celebration and something big for students to be a part of." Click to read more... STAFF NEWS
Congratulations February Employee of the Month Blake Cook UPCOMING EVENTS & REMINDERS
5th Grade Parent Info Session All current 4th grade parents and guardians are invited to attend a 5th Grade Parent Information Session on March 9, 2020 from 6:00-7:30 PM at the Fridley Community Center, 6085 7th Street NE, Fridley. Please be sure to RSVP to the event by contacting your child's school. Contact Hayes Elementary at 763-502-5200; or contact Stevenson Elementary at 763-502-5300.
Kindergarten Round Ups Is your child ready to begin Kindergarten in the 2020-21 school year? You are invited to attend a Kindergarten Round Up Night, an event for parents AND your future kindergartener! Click here for more information...
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