Parent Feedback Needed for KCPS Inititiatives

KCPS is asking for feedback on two initiatives that they are pursuing to better serve our students next school year. They are asking for feedback so that these initiatives can be a successful addition next year. The next meetings are scheduled for Dec 4 at 5:30pm Manual, and Dec 6 at 5:30pm at Northeast Middle. The initiatives are: 1) School calendar changes to provide additional professional development time, and 2) Bell time changes for Tier I and Tier II schools to improve school bus service. FLA is a Tier III school. For more info:

https://www.kcpublicschools.org/parentmeetings

Book Fair this week - Dec 4-7

Stop in to the Book Fair this week! Open Tuesday-Friday 9am-5pm and also open late on Thursday evening during our Winter Concert! If you have a couple hours to spare, we could use your help! Volunteers earn a $5 credit to spend at the Book Fair for each 2-hour shift worked! Sign up online at signup.com/go/ObyHFrq.

Winter Concert - Dec 6

You're Invited! FLA Winter Concert this Thursday, December 6 at 6:00PM! Performances will be by students in Kindegarten, 2nd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Middle School Bands, and the Middle School Choir. This is a very popular event, so please plan to arrive early and be patient in finding a parking space. Many families find spaces to park along 34th St, 34th Terrace, and Armour. The Book Fair will also be open before the concert so you can stop by and start your holiday shopping. 8th graders will be selling hot chocolate, coffee and sweet treats. We hope you can join us for this festive evening!

KCPS DAC Meeting on Civic Engagement Dec 5 at 5:30pm

KCPS DAC Meeting on Civic Engagement Dec 5 at 5:30pm. All parents and community members are invited. Learn how your civic engagement can directly impact education in Kansas City. The meeting will be held at the Board of Education Offices at 2901 Troost. Topics and guest speakers include:

• Redrawn election districts for the KCPS Board of Directors
• KCPS district equity initiatives
• TIF Economic Development Financing (Tax Increment Financing)
• Justice in the Schools - Legal Aid of Western Missouri

Parent Class: Budgeting, Credit, and Risk Management

KCPS is offering this upcoming class for parents: Budgeting, Credit, and Risk Management. Choose from classes on three dates:

• Dec 4 at Central Academy
• Dec 11 at Gladstone Elementary
• Jan 8 at Banneker Elementary

BOOK FAIR - December 4-7

The PTO Book Fair will be December 4-7! This is a fun way to volunteer and meet other parents, help out at school, plus it's only a 2-hour commitment! Volunteers to help with students who visit the fair during the school day, and families who visit in the evening during the Winter Concert on Thursday Dec 6. Volunteers will earn a $5 credit to spend at the Book Fair for each 2-hour shift worked. Sign up online at signup.com/go/ObyHFrq or contact Johanna Hernandez jojokc2006@gmail.com or 816-325-9950 for more information.

2019-2020 FLA enrollment begins December 4

Please spread the word about our school! If you have family, friends, or neighbors interested in enrolling their children for the following school year, encourage them to visit FLA for a school tour or apply online at enrollkc.org. FLA enrolls students in Kindergarten and 1st grade, as well as older students that have proficiency in their target language. Have families call the office at 816-418-6000 to schedule a tour.