PTSA Weekly News

Wed, 08/03/2022 - 9:07am

Hello from the PTSA!   

 
 
Upcoming Events
  • October 23                       Chick-fil-A Fundraiser (Clarksville) TODAY
  • October 14 - Oct 27          Decorated/Carved Pumpkin Contest
  • November 4                      Virtual PTSA Meeting
  • November 12                    Five Guys (Clarksville)
  • November 15                    Reflections Deadline
  • November 25                    Staff Appreciation Lunch In
 
 
Virtual PTSA Meeting - November 4, 7:00pm
 
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/74059205255?pwd=UlS0SA0QcAGVwDobtGreUQbQjF3a9x.1

Meeting ID: 740 5920 5255
Passcode: 8c2saB

 
Chick-fil-A Fundraiser - TODAY!

Join us today, October 23,  from 6:00am - 10:00pm for our Community Cares Event at Chick-fil-A in Clarksville. Mention the fundraiser or show the flier when ordering - 20% of sales generated throughout the day will come back to Folly Quarter. When placing a mobile order, enter FQMS24 if you would like to support our community cares event.  

 

The FQMS PBIS team is gearing up for an exciting Gift Card Raffle for our amazing students!  

Here’s how it works: Students will earn Falcon Bucks from staff and use them as raffle tickets for a chance to win! The more gift cards we collect, the more winners we can have!  We need your help!  To sign up, visit HERE.  Gift cards may be dropped off at the Front Office in an envelope labeled "PBIS" through October 25th.  Let’s make this raffle epic and reward our Falcons for their hard work and positive vibes!

 
Reflections Contest 
 
We are thrilled to announce that students at Folly Quarter will once again be able to participate in the Nationwide PTA Reflections program that allows students to express themselves through the arts. There are 6 categories: dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography and visual arts. This year's theme is "Accepting Imperfection," and all entries should be based on that theme.  Students may submit artwork in one or more categories by Friday, November 22.  Art work will be judged at our local Folly Quarter Middle School level, and the top three winning entries in each category will advance to the PTA Council level.  Please view the attached for the rules/guidelines and student entry form.
 
Please reach out with any questions and to submit artwork along with the student entry form to Ellen Sowry, our  FQMS PTSA Reflections Chair, at ellenbsowry@yahoo.com
 
 
Decorated/Carved Pumpkin Contest 
 
Get Ready for the FQMS Decorated/Carved Pumpkin Contest! 
It’s time to show off your pumpkin creativity! Whether you’re into school appropriate spooky carvings or cute decorations, submit your entry by Sunday, October 27. Voting takes place on Monday and Tuesday, with winners announced on Wednesday, October 30. The top pumpkin in each category wins an Amazon Gift Card! 
To enter, email your name, grade, and a picture of your pumpkin to FQMSPTA.President@gmail.com.
Don't miss out—your pumpkin masterpiece could be the winner! 
 
 
TRES Retriever Run
 
The STEAMazing Race is on Saturday, November 16, from 11:00am to 2:00pm. 
Consider supporting TRES by registering for the Retriever Run 1-mile fun run and STEAM Spectacular, including a performance by Eric Energy. Register HERE! 
 
 
FQMS Math Club: Powered by PTSA
 
The Folly Quarter Middle School Math Club, proudly sponsored by the FQMS PTSA, provides students with an engaging opportunity to explore the world of mathematics beyond the classroom. Open to all grade levels, the club fosters problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a love for math through fun activities and challenges. School competitive math club on Thursdays from 6-7:15 pm in the FQMS Cafetorium. The dates are:- Oct 24; Nov 7,14, 21; Dec 5,12,19; Jan 2,9,16,23,30; Feb 6,13,20,27; Mar 6,13,20. Bring the attached form along with the registration fee of $30 to any club meeting and deliver it to Math Club coach Mark McCormick.
 
 
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.