Orientation Night helps get students ready for freshman year

All incoming Fonda-Fultonville High School freshmen and their parents are invited to Freshman Orientation at 6-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 31 in the high school gymnasium. (learn more)

Seniors open 10-year old time capsule

Ten years ago, Rita Garguilo's second grade class buried a little of their history. With graduation just two weeks away, they celebrated their past and their future by unearthing those memories. (full story)

Meet our top four scholars

Joseph Mazzuca, Ryan Weitz, Paula Egelston, and Mary Lewis are the Class of 2010's top scholars. (full story)

Four business students honored

Four FFHS students have been recognized for their success in business courses.

Victoria Clouthier was named Fonda-Fultonville's 2009-10 Outstanding Business Education Student for her academic achievement and for her positive attitude and contributions. (full story)

Senior raises the bar for community service

Around college application time, many students scramble to find acts of community service that they can include on their applications. For FFCS senior Lauren Crandall, community service is not a one-time event—it is a daily commitment.

 Her selfless efforts were recognized earlier this year as the Amsterdam Family YMCA named her their 2010 Outstanding Senior Student of the Year.

 (full story)

Sign up for Driver Ed

Students who are at least 16 years old and interested in Summer Driver Education can sign up in the high school office. The $175 fee for FFCS students must be paid at the time you sign up. State law requires that students attend every class during the six-week program (no excuses for jobs, vacations, etc.) The program runs July 1-August 13 and students will be scheduled every other day based on their assigned schedule. On June 14, we will open the sign ups for non-resident students at a cost of $325.00. Please contact the high school office with any questions.

History comes to life onstage for English class

Last spring, high school English teacher Deidre Palmer joined two other English teachers at a continuing education seminar at the NY State Theater Institute (NYSTI) at Russell Sage College. Ms. Palmer expected to gain new insights and techniques to make her a better teacher—but she received a bonus.

During a special drawing, she won tickets for her entire class to attend a future NYSTI performance! (full story and photos)

Don't miss the Spring Concert

FFHS's finest musicians will entertain friends, family, and community at the High School Spring Concert on Thursday, May 20 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Performing groups include Jazz Ensemble, Select Chorus, Concert Band, Mixed Chorus and Wind Ensemble. Admission is free, and doors open at 6:30. There will be a 50/50 raffle to support the Choral Fund, which provides scholarships for deserving seniors.

Check out Guidance on Facebook

Attention Facebook users...there is a new High School Guidance Facebook page and you are encouraged to join. Posts and announcements will provide you with information about various topics related to college/career planning, testing, financial aid, academics and personal/social development.

Prom rehearsal May 14

If you are attending the prom, plan to attend the promenade rehearsal on Friday, May 14 at 4:30 p.m. All attendees are required to attend unless participating in a game. Please arrive by 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 15 to line up for promenade which will begin promptly at 5 p.m. Melinda McDuffee will be taking pictures of prom couples during the processional and candid shots as well. Discs are available to order for $20. John Viscosi will be taking professional photos at the Desmond. Money is due when you order your packages at the prom.

Get your FFCS beach towel

Summer is just around the corner and what better way to enjoy the sun and the beach, but with an FFCS beach towel. The towels are white with "Fonda-Fultonville Braves" in maroon and our Braves logo in the center. Towels are just $15 each. The supply is very limited, so act now! Contact Cindy Monk at 922-6689 or cmonk@ffcsd.org, if you are interested.

Team J-Rad tops at Battle of the Belts—again

Danielle Garguilo, Alexandra Sinicropi, Rachel Sammons, and Jared Zaetz of Team J-Rad did it again! The foursome topped 11 other high school teams as they captured Fonda-Fultonville High School's 5th Annual Battle of the Belts competition on Wednesday, April 14. Their first-place finish earned them a berth at the World Championship Battle of the Belts at Sean’s Run held in Chatham, NY on Sunday, April 25. (full story and photos)

Mock Trial team comes close in a real world test

F-F High School's Mock Trial team came within a mere three points toppling Canajoharie during the Montgomery County Mock Trial competition held in late March. The close showing by a young team pleased team advisor Deidre Palmer. (full story)

Guidance department launches Facebook page

Guidance Counselor Deana Lenz has started a Fonda-Fultonville Guidance Department group on Facebook. The purpose of the group is to communicate important Guidance information to students, parents and FFHS staff.

In today's electronic age, it is important to communicate in as many ways as possible. You can find guidance information on the school website, but not everyone is in the habit of checking the site routinely. The Facebook group is just another way to get information to the people who need it.

Please visit often for updates regarding college/career planning, scholarships/financial aid, academic advisement and assistance with social/emotional development. To visit, search groups for Fonda-Fultonville Guidance Department or simply click here. (Remember Facebook is not accessible from school computers.)

FFCS rolls up it sleeves for Red Cross drive

Students, teachers, staff, and administrators turned out in support of the High School Student Government's second Red Cross blood drive on Monday, Mar. 8.

Student Government advisor Laura Egelston reported that Red Cross staff collected 31 units of whole blood and 12 units of Double Red Cells for a total of 43 productive units. First time donors accounted for 12 of the units. (full story and more photos)

ViE bakery news

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Congrats to St. Patrick's Day winners—Molly O'Shea and Britt Couball for winning the VIE Bakery's coloring contestand to Sam Moore who won the word search .

Is your emergency contact information up-to-date?

If your child became seriously ill at school, could we reach you? If there were an emergency school closing, how would we let you know?

Whether for a snow day or some school emergency, school officials occasionally need to contact parents/guardians with important information. We rely on the emergency contact information that you provide at the beginning of each year. But, people move; phone numbers and e-mail addresses change. In the event of an emergency, could we reach you? Don't leave things to chance; please contact your school with any changes to your emergency contact information.

Six athletic squads earn Scholar-Athlete awards

The York State Public High School Athletic Association has recognized six Fonda-Fultonville fall sports teams for their successes in the classroom. The following FFCS varsity teams qualified for the NYSPHSAA Fall Scholar-Athlete Team Award:

• Boys Soccer - 95.960

• Girls Soccer - 95.779

• Girls X-Country - 93.971

• Boys X-Country - 93.312

• Football - 92.991

• Volleyball - 92.440

To qualify, a specific number of athletes on each roster (the number varies by sport) must have a class average of 90 or above.

Stop into the media center for some great new books

Mrs. Hathaway added some new books to her shelves. Just ask her to point them out! (see what else is new on the shelves)