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Friiday,, Octtober 12,, 2012 Fr day Oc ober 12 2012

MISSION: To create an educational atmosphere that inspires students to reach their maximum potential through the love of learning and the development of responsible citizenship, while providing an appropriate education that results in success for all students.

OCTOBER is DISABILITY AWARENESS MONTH

Congratulations and thanks to our Seahawk family! Pending final approval by the AdvanED Accreditation Commission, the AdvancED External Review Team has recommended that the Franklin County District be accredited for the next five years. CONGRATULATIONS to the 2012-13 FCS HOMECOMING COURT Freshman: Jaylynn Lyston & River Banks Sophomores: Zoie Lance, Kelsey Shuler, Brandon Cash, & Kelsey Jones Juniors: Deborah Dempsey, Ally Millender, Jessica Shields, Logan McLeod, James Newell, & Cameron White Seniors: Emily Cash, Shelby Myers, Hannah Oxendine, Chena Segree, Karlie Tucker, Daniel Carrino, Chase Golden, Skyler Hutchinson, Jeffery Murray, & Elisha Patriotis
CULINARY CLASS CAF Open to Staff & Community
TODAY, OCT. 12 11:00am-1:00pm Donation: $8.00

Menu:

Hamburger Steak w/ Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Collard Greens, Glazed Carrots, Roll

Desserts: Banana Split Cake, Peanut Butter & Brownie Parfait

**H/S Recipe Contest: Today, Oct. 12, is the last day to submit your recipes! Turn in to April Dalton in the cafeteria by the end of the school day! One winner will be announced each day during Lunch Week by Grade Level 9-12. One champion will take the supreme prize of Chef Seahawk. Please keep your recipes simple with common ingredients. Food Service must be able to obtain items easily. FYI: EGGPLANT is the focus for the week of Oct. 15 statewide. If anyone wants to get creative with that item, please feel free to do so.

HOMECOMING DRESS UP DAYS and EVENTS

All grade levels may participate in the dress-up days. Events are restricted to certain grade levels. MON: DRESS- Color Wars (see below) EVENT- Dodge Ball for H/S only TUES: DRESS- Steve Urkle Day EVENT- None due to FCAT Retakes WED: DRESS- Wacky Wed/Costume Day EVENT- Silly Olympics for M/S & H/S THUR: DRESS- Blast from the Past EVENT- Bonfire @ 7:45pm- Open to All! FRI: DRESS- Seahawk Spirit Day EVENT- Homecoming Parade (details TBA) Class Colors: 12 Gr-Pink , 11 Gr-Blue, 10 Gr-Orange, 9 Gr-Purple, 8 Gr- Green, 7 Gr-Yellow, 6 Gr-Red **Student Flu Consent/Waiver Forms: Due TODAY, Oct. 12! Turn form in to the school nurse or drop off in the front office so it can be placed in their mailbox. **Senior Portraits: Today, Oct. 12, Seniors will be allowed to wear dress attire to school for their Senior Portraits. Remember, attire still must adhere to the Dress Code. **Tutoring for Elementary Students: Tutoring has started at the after-school programs. If you would like to sign your child up for tutoring, contact Harolyn Walker. **Math Tutoring for M/S & H/S Students: Tutoring will be offered every Tuesday & Thursday from 2:15-3:00pm. M/S & H/S math teachers will be available in their classrooms.

LUNCH FOR FRIDAY- 10/12/12 KG-5

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6th-12th

Gr: Choice of BBQ Rib Sandwich, Chicken Chef Salad, or Pretzel/Cheese Choice of Apple Slices, Fresh Fruit or Grape Juice Choice of Roasted Squash or Baked Beans Gr: Choice of above or Ham/Cheese Wrap

FCS WEEKLY CALENDAR OF EVENTS

**Fri, Oct 12: -SENIOR PORTRAITS Seniors may wear dress attire, BUT MUST ADHERE TO DRESS CODE -Odyssey of the Mind meet in room 1007 (Countryman), 2:30-4:30pm -No Football Game OPEN

**Mon, Oct 15: -SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR WEEK -NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH WEEK -10th Grade Class meeting on the stage in cafeteria during lunch -9th Gr. Float Decorating @ Krista Martinas house everyday after school, Sponsor- Ms. Nichols -11th Gr. Float Decorating behind the 1000 bldg. everyday after school, Sponsor- Ms. Bray -12th Gr. Float Decorating @ Collins Construction, everyday 4-??pm Sponsor- Ms. Howze-Jones **Tue, Oct. 16: -FCAT RETAKES Reading - Grades 11 & 12 -M/S & H/S FCA meetings in the gym during lunches -H/S Vote for Homecoming Queen in cafeteria during lunch -Book Fair Family Night in library, 3:00-5:00pm -Away JV/Vars Volleyball games vs Rickards- JV @ 5:30pm -SAC meeting in library @ 6:00pm **Wed, Oct 17: -FCAT RETAKES Reading - Grades 11 & 12 -PSAT (TEST) -SGA meeting in room 1221 (Howze-Jones) during lunch

Vars @ 6:30pm

**Thur, Oct 18: -FCAT RETAKES Math - Grades 11 & 12 -H/S Brain Bowl meeting in room 1021 (Millender) during lunch -Home JV/Varsity Volleyball games vs Altha.- JV @ 6:00pm Vars @ 7:00pm SENIOR NIGHT -Homecoming Bonfire in front of the school @ 7:45pm - Sponsored by Vars/JV Cheerleaders

Mark Your Calendars Homecoming Football Game: M/S Literacy on the Lawn:
Oct. 19

No School Students- Parent Conference Day:

Oct. 22

Oct. 31, 12:00-1:30pm

TEACHER/STAFF Info

Secondary Science Dept. Meeting: Mon, Oct. 15, in room 1021 (D. Millender), 2:15-3:00pm Faculty Meetings w/Deans: Wed, Oct. 17, locations & time TBA Flu Shots: Mon, Oct. 22, 8-10:00am, the FCHD will give flu shots to school employees in the FCS nurses clinic. Cost is $25 or must have ID & insurance card. Contact Vanessa Edenfield @ ext. 1012. FACULTY MEETINGS- 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each Month SCHOOL BASED LEADERSHIP MEETINGS- 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each Month
FCS STAFF BIRTHDAYS 10/8-10/14

No Birthdays

Miscellaneous
**49th Annual Florida Seafood Festival Parade: Deadline to enter is Oct. 15. Contact Pamela Brownell at
670-4411 or Pamela.brownell@yahoo.com for more info. The parade will be on Saturday, Nov. 3.

BOX TOPS for EDUCATION: The Franklin County School PTO is collecting Box Tops! Please send all Box Tops to your child's teacher. Middle and High parents can save them too! Please turn your Box Tops in to Mrs. Laura King or Ms. Leigh Smith

GED CLASSES
The Franklin County Adult Education Courses will be offering GED classes at the Franklin County School in the near future. The next GED Test will be given Oct. 29 & 30, 2012 at the Franklin County School library at 6:00pm. To register for the test or for classes, contact Maxine Creamer @ 670-4481. The Franklin County Adult Education Courses do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, National origin, age, handicap, or marital status. **The Federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act states that children & youth who lack a fixed, regular, & adequate nighttime residence are considered homeless. If, due to a loss of housing, a child must live in a shelter, motel, vehicle, campground, on the street, in abandoned buildings, or doubled-up with relatives or friends, then he/she is eligible to receive services provided under the McKinney-Vento Act. For additional information contact Sandi Hengle, Homeless Liaison, at the Franklin County School District Office in Eastpoint, 670-2810 or cell number 323-0982.

**PARENTS Register to receive automated emergency calls from the Franklin County Sheriff Dept. You will be notified of any emergency situations in Franklin County (for example; emergency school closings, road closings). Go to www.franklinsheriff.com , on the top right of home page- click on Franklin County Florida Emergency Notification System emblem & complete required information.