PTSA Weekly News

Hello from the PTSA!   

 

Upcoming Events

  • January 31                        FQMS Bingo Night and Winter Dance (combined event)
  • February 26                      FQMS Cultural Festival
  • March 10                           PTSA Virtual Meeting

 

Folly Quarter Middle School Presents: PTSA Fundraiser Bingo & Dance Night!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun and excitement! Join us on Friday, January 31, from 6:00-8:00pm for a special Bingo & Winter Dance Combo Night! Whether you’re striking a pose in the photo booth, grooving to the latest hits, or shouting "Bingo!" with your friends, this event has something for everyone.

  • Tickets are just $15 per person.  You will get access to the dance floor, bingo, and a 10-game bingo card!  Purchase your Tickets here or purchase it at door with cash or credit card
  • Concessions will be available for purchase, featuring bingo dabbers, baked goods, and soda—each for just $2! Payments can be made with cash or credit card.

Important Reminder: To keep the energy high and the vibes right, phones are not allowed during the event. Let’s enjoy the moment together!

This awesome night can’t happen without 20+ volunteers and chaperones, so sign up to help us make this evening a success! Sign Up Here:- Bingo and Dance Night Sign Up

 

Folly Quarter Middle School Cultural Festival

Join us for a vibrant celebration of diversity at FQMS!    Enjoy delicious food, explore fascinating display booths, and experience captivating performances showcasing cultures from around the world.

  • Date:   Wednesday, February 26, 2025 from 5:30pm - 8:30pm
  • Location:  Folly Quarter Middle School Cafeteria and GYM

Want to participate or share your culture? Sign up here: Google Form

Let’s make this event unforgettable together!

 

The winners of this 2025 Reflections Contest!

Film Category

  • First Place - Outstanding Interpretation Award: Sarah G., "Acceptance is Key"

Musical Composition Category

  • First Place - Outstanding Interpretation Award: Julia B., "Uphill Fight"

Photography Category

  • First Place - Outstanding Interpretation Award: Alea P., "Nature's Imperfection"
  • Second Place - Award of Excellence: Shlok K., "Two Peppers"

Visual Arts Category

  • First Place - Outstanding Interpretation Award: Aarya B., "Kintsugi"

Congratulations to all the winners for their creativity and hard work! These entries have all moved on to the county level.

HCYP - Folly Quarter Falcons Girls Varsity Basketball

Calling all Falcon and Pizza fans!! Be sure to take advantage of this 20% off coupon to Ledo Pizza in Clarksville.  Just print and present it with your order by February 8th. Every coupon redeemed will help support Folly Quarter Girls Basketball!!

The Lady Falcons season started just before winter break.  We invite everyone to join us for an upcoming game and meet the team! These girls bring their passion, teamwork and determination to the court.  Our next regular season game will be played on Sunday January 26 at Guilford Park High School at 4:00 pm.

Team Roster:

#2  Violet – Guard, 7th Grade

#3  Maddie – Forward, 6th Grade

#5  Savannah – Guard, 7th Grade

#9  Natalie – Guard, 8th Grade

#10  Divi – Forward, 8th Grade

#11  Wynter – Center, 7th Grade

#12  Cecilia – Guard, 6th Grade

#13  Saachi – Center, 8th Grade

#14  Harper – Forward, 8th Grade

#15  Grace – Forward, 6th Grade

Rally behind your school and this team for an exciting season ahead! Follow us on Facebook for the latest news, game schedule, and fun events at https://www.facebook.com/FQMSbasketball/

*This event is not PTSA, HCPSS or Folly Quarter Middle School endorsed”

 

Message from PTSA

PTSA has exciting plans for the school year, and we need your help to make them happen!

  • Join - First and foremost, we invite everyone to join the PTSA. Stop over to our website http://www.follyquarterpta.org/news--updates and join today.  Look for the Join/Event Tickets button at the bottom of the homepage or click here.
  • Donate - PTSA cannot do all the fantastic things planned without the support of our community.  Please consider donating and if your company matches donations, Folly Quarter Middle School PTSA is a 501c3.  Thank you for your generosity and support!
  • Get Involved - Volunteers needed!  Looking to make a difference, gain new friends and connect with the community?  Getting involved is a great way to do it.  We have lots of opportunities, big and small, to make a difference at FQMS.   Please fill out the Google Form  https://forms.gle/dT9rvRW6jxpP4itK9 for opportunities coming up during the year.  PTSA also asks for donations of items periodically throughout the school year as well as parental volunteers for events.
  • New Sign - Please help us meet our fundraising goal of $25,000 for a new sign, any amount is helpful.  PTSA is fundraising to replace the worn and damaged sign at the main entrance.  The funding has to come solely from donations.  Please consider donating to this fundraiser, and be assured any amount is greatly appreciated to reach our goal of $25k.  Click here to donate.  Thank you!
  • FQMS Spiritwear - Start this spring with some new Folly gear!  Check out our spirit wear for the latest deals.  https://www.follyquarterspiritwear.com/

 

 

Thank you for your continued support in making our school community stronger—your involvement truly makes a difference. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Folly Quarter Middle School | 13500 Triadelphia Road Ellicott City, MD 21042 | 410-313-1506 | fqms.hcpss.org