FMS Rams Bulletin

APPLICATIONS for SFUSD SCHOOL YEAR 2025-26 AVAILABLE in PARENTVUE

Online applications for 2025-26 now available on ParentVUE!

MESSAGE from NEW SUPERINTENDENT

Please read the message from our new superintendent, Dr. Maria Su.

STUDENTS

Spirit Week 

11/12 - 11/15

Tuesday 11/12: White Lies 

Wednesday 11/13: 90’s Day 

Thursday 11/14: Twin/Group Day

Friday 11/15: Mismatch Day 

Responsible Challenge

11/13 - 11/22

We’re starting the new challenge to help everyone build responsible habits with their Chromebooks! Here’s how it works:

• Starting Date: Wednesday, 11/13, in PM Advisory.
• How Long It Runs: One period each day until Thanksgiving break, and again for the week we return.
• The Goal: Have your Chromebook with you in class. You can miss having it up to three times to still be eligible for the Responsible Challenge Reward.

SCHOOL MENUS ONLINE

• Find out what’s to eat!
• November Breakfast
• November Lunch

FAMILIES

PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION (PTO)

NEXT MEETING:

12/4/2024

5:30PM - 6:30PM

PTO is in charge of fundraising to supplement the school celebrations, teacher appreciations, and other needs. This group of parents and family members works with Francisco staff and Beacon to create community events.  

SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL (SSC)

NEXT MEETING:

11/20/2024

5:15 PM via Zoom

The SSC is responsible for the development of the Academic Plan and overall school site budget, including any categorical funds. The council meets monthly to review the SFUSD Strategic Plan, review and analyze student data, solicit community input and develop a needs assessment, assist the principal in developing the SPSA and School Site Budget and monitor the implementation of the SPSA on an ongoing basis. 

ENGLISH LEARNER ADVISORY COMMITTEE (ELAC)

NEXT MEETING:

10/4/2024

9:15AM - 10:15AM

The purpose of the ELAC is to advise the principal, SSC and school staff on programs and services for English learners. Parents of English learners (ELs) together with other parents, staff and community members meet to learn about services and programs for English learners and offer advice to improve the education of ELs at our school. 

SCHOOL COMMITTEES

Francisco Family Engagement Team is looking for parents who are interested in supporting school committees. Each committee has an important role in our community that works for the benefit of the education of our students. Please fill out the form (linked in the headings below)  if you are interested in joining any of the committees.

UPCOMING YOUTH and FAMILY OPPORTUNITIES & EVENTS 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

*8th GRADE STUDENTS & FAMILIES*
HIGH SCHOOL NIGHT

NOV. 13

4:30-6:30 PM

FMS Little Theater

Find out all about High School, school tours, and the enrollment/application process. 8th grade students and  families are highly encouraged to attend.

Special RAMS Tickets for those who attend. 

2024 SCHOOL SITE SUMMIT FALL SUMMIT

Date: Saturday, Nov. 16, 8:30 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.

Location: Mission High School: 3750 18th St., San Francisco, Calif., 94114

Registration Link: bit.ly/SSCFallSummit

SFUSD Parent Advisory leaders, current and aspiring SFUSD School Site Council (SSC) parent leaders, English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) parent leaders and other Educational Partners are welcome to join this event to:

1. Learn how the community can engage in and support effective governance to improve student outcomes
2. Share best practices for effective school community partnership

FAMILY CONFERENCE WEEK 

NOV. 18-22

Francisco Middle will hold family conferences from Nov. 18 - 22. You may schedule a conference with any of your student’s teachers or counselor by using our contact list, and may also view our bell schedule for that week here.

Wondering how to get the most out of Family Conferences? Read SFUSD's Family Teacher Conference Tip Sheet. View our Family Partnership site for more resources.

CHINATOWN RESOURCES FAIR

11/23/2024

9AM - 12PM

We're excited to invite you to Gordon J. Lau Elementary School's upcoming Chinatown Resources Fair! Everyone is welcome to attend. Join us to discover a variety of resources, enrollment workshops, activities, take home some freebies and connect with community services that can support you and your family. First 50 kids in line will receive a free backpack with study supplies!

Please sign up HERE by Wednesday, Nov 20 to help us plan for snacks. Mark your calendar today and bring your family! Let’s come together and support one another!

When: 

Saturday, November 23, 2024 

9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 

WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION

12/5/2024

5:30PM

Join us for a great evening of fun games, performances, crafts, refreshments, raffle, awards, and More!

We are seeking student performers and emcees, please find Ms. Yongqi or Ms. Romero in Room 124 if you are interested. 

When: 

Thursday, December 5, 2024

5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. 

Where: FMS Little Theater

TENNIS & LEARNING CENTER PROGRAM:

August 19 - June 4

The Tennis and Learning Center’s afterschool programs provide middle school students the opportunity to be creative in a safe space, and participate in extracurricular activities, while also being able to focus on academic studies with the help of a tutor on hand everyday. Find out more here and here.

When: 

Aug. 19, 2024 through June 4, 2025

Monday through Friday

3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 

Cost: 

Scholarship-based program, all qualifying applicants must qualify for a 50% or 100%, must live in our city's equity zone zip code areas

APPLY HERE!
For questions regarding application process or would like to apply, please email Channing Hale at Channing.hale@sfgov.org