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Longfellow
Pre-K and
Kindergarten
Thursday, August 17
2017 Riley
First and
AUGUST 21 Second Grades
Thursday, August 17
4:30 to 6:00 pm
FIES
Third Grade
Monday, August 15
5:30 to 7:30 pm
Fourth to Sixth Grade
Wednesday, August 16
5:30 to 7:30 pm
FJSHS
Seventh through
Twelfth Grade
Fostoria City Schools Wednesday, August 16
5:00 to 7:00 pm
FostoriaSchools.org FJSHS Students/Parents:
2017-2018 class schedules will
be available at the Open House.
1001 Park Avenue
District Information 419-435-8163
asprang@fostoriaschools.org
The building project has entered the design phase with an early site
package set to start within the next month. The total project for the
district is $48 million and will build a new 7-12 JSHS, along with an
addition and remodeling to our existing 3-6 Intermediate school which
will become a PK-6 elementary building. The goal of the project is to
create a system of 21st century learning environments that incorporate
life skills such as project-based learning, collaboration, creativity, as
well as research and technological skills. Over the summer there has
been work completed in the Performing Arts Center with a total stage
oor replacement, as well as the work to replace the bleachers in the
gymnasium is ongoing. The bleacher work will be completed in time
for the start of school.
Tera Matz
Curriculum Director
Welcome to the 2017-2018 school year at Fostoria City
Schools! It is with great pride and enthusiasm that I write this
letter to introduce myself to you as the newly hired Curriculum
Director. I am excited to have the opportunity to utilize my skills
as an educational leader, knowledge of curriculum and instruction,
and staff development to continue to move Fostoria City Schools
down the path to greatness! My goal is to serve as a resource
and support for staff, students, and families alike to be a true
partner in education to ensure every childs success.
As curriculum director, there will be several areas that I will
be working on and supporting staff and students in. First and
foremost, I will be focusing on consistent implementation of
instructional strategies to increase student achievement across
the district and utilizing data to drive our instruction. Other areas
that I will be focusing on will be grant writing, coordination of
State Testing for the district, facilitation of a review of the districts
science curriculum and potential new curriculum adoption, and
providing structure for our new teacher mentorship program. I will
also continue supporting our three elementary schools as they
move into Year 3 as Leader in Me Schools and provide support
and direction for our Junior Senior High School as they enter their
first year implementing LEAD.
As Curriculum Director, my door is always open, and I welcome
your comments or questions. Please continue to check the district
website regularly - My goal is to have helpful links, educational
resources, new information, upcoming events, and additional
information to help support you and your child.
Math-
WELCOME! Have your child practice counting forwards and backwards as high as
There have been many changes over the summer and I am they can. This can be done in the car, while they wait for dinner to cook
beyond excited to be principal at both Longfellow and Riley. or before bed. They can sort and count objects and do more complicated
This change will have long-lasting effects on the transition tasks like add and subtract using found objects at home.
into our new elementary building in a few years. I have
Reading-
comfort in knowing many of our families and students and
Have your child read to you each day. This can be as simple as searching
the relationships we have built at Longfellow will continue to for grade level reading selections on your cell phone, or stopping by
grow at Riley. the library for a book. If you are traveling, have them try to read road
signs and names of stores. They can also read labels at the grocery
The beginning of the school year is a very exciting time. store while helping with shopping. Any kind of reading at any age is
We, at Longfellow and Riley Elementary value the opportunity going to increase your childs confidence and ability. It is also a time
to have an impact on the foundation of learning for children. when parents and children can spend some time disconnected from
electronics and enjoy each others company.
For parents and students, this experience should be one of
opportunity for growth and independence. It may be the first
time for our students may be in a classroom, a school or 7 Habits
Habit 1- Be Proactive: 1) If you have a child that is constantly
away from their parents. It can be scary but also exhilarating. complaining of being bored, have them brainstorm ways that they
We hope that the experience for all students and parents is could do something nice for someone else, either a neighbor, friend,
welcoming, pleasant and informative. or family member. 2) Circle of Control: Take some sidewalk chalk and
go outside and draw two circles within each other big enough to stand
in. The middle one is the circle of control. Give your kids examples
OPEN HOUSES: of different things they can control (homework) and other things they
cant (weather). Have them move in and out of the circle depending on
LONGFELLOW:
the scenario. 3) Roleplay: Proactive vs. Reactive. Demonstrate for your
Preschool and Kindergarten Open House will be held at Longfellow kids how to deal with a situation proactively vs. reactively.
on Thursday August 17th from 4:30pm-6pm.
RILEY: Habit 2- Begin with the End in Mind: 1) Have a family discussion about
1st and 2nd Grade Open House will be held at Riley on Thursday goals and what each child wants to be when they grow up. Discuss
August 17th from 5:30pm-7pm things you could do right now to be working towards those goals. Make
These open houses are an opportunity to drop off supplies, ask an action plan and get started! 2) Make a family mission statement. 3)
questions and meet classroom teachers and staff. All parents are Create a family budget. Have kids determine how to spend and save
asked to attend with their child. their allowance.
New to the Longfellow Family:
Habit 3- Put First Things First: 1) Make a family calendar or schedule
We would like to welcome the following staff to Longfellow: for the week 2) Chore chart for the kids. Work before play!
Erin Johnson-preschool, Krystal Brant-Kindergarten, Roy Findley,
Physical Education, Kristen Santos- Music Habit 4- Think Win-Win: 1) Gather old toys that your child may no
New to the Riley Family: longer want. Have them donate these to a local charity. Discuss how
We would like to welcome the following staff to Riley: this is a win-win for them and another child. 2) Community Service:
Roy Findley- Physical Education, Kristen Santos- Music Have your family participate in a community service event (Habitat for
Humanity, soup kitchen service, clothes closet, etc.). Discuss afterwards
how it was a win-win for the family and for others.
Jerome Haupert
Asst. Principal/Dean of Students
It is with great enthusiasm and excitement that I write this letter of introduction as the new Assistant Principal/ Dean of Students of our
PK-6 buildings. I am truly honored to accept this new role within our district and look forward to collaborating further with Mrs. Bernal,
Mrs. Bauman and the rest of our staff within all three buildings. Working together, I am confident that we will continue to provide our
students with a truly challenging and enriching school experience.
The mission of Fostoria City Schools is to Inspire. Succeed. Leave a Legacy. As an educator and instructional leader, I believe in
creating quality relationships that inspire all stakeholders to succeed. Approaching all situations with a student-centered, team focus will
allow for success. Doing what is best for children enables them to grow and excel in all areas. As we continue through the school year,
I hope to add value to the administrative team through integrating a deep understanding of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People into
many of our practices.
In the future, I am looking forward to working closely with parents, community members and staff to create an environment at Fostoria
City Schools that promotes an intense focus on leadership. I am dedicated to promoting a positive learning environment for all students
and am excited to collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure that student leadership is our main focus for success. Please feel free to
stop in and say hello, as my door is always open. If there is anything I can assist you with, please let me know.