Issue 09. October 17, 2025 |
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Thank you to everyone who came out for Parent Teacher Conferences - and a huge thank you to the parent volunteers who provided the delicious meal that gave staff members leftovers throughout the week.
Next week is Red Ribbon Week - Stay Drug Free! Each day, scholars are invited to accessorize their uniforms in celebration: Monday - any red accessory; Tuesday - red hat; Wednesday - crazy socks, and Thursday - wear a team jersey over the uniform. On Friday, we will have our Annual Trunk or Treat. Students may dress up in any school-appropriate costume. Just remember no masks/no weapons. And the week concludes with the Middle School Haunted Costume Dance from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday night at FCCS. All 5th through 8th graders may pick up a permission slip from Mrs. Myers and buy tickets for $7 in advance. Tickets at the door will cost $10.
We wish you a wonderful weekend! |
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| Monday, October 20th - We kick off Red Ribbon week by wearing a red accessory.
Tuesday, October 21st - We are “Putting a Cap on Drugs” by wearing a hat today. Wednesday, October 22nd - We are “Socking It To Drugs” by wearing crazy socks. Thursday, October 23rd - We are “Teaming Up Against Drugs” by wearing a team jersey over our school uniform.
Friday, October 24th - We are celebrating being drug free with our Trunk-or-Treat event. Costumes must be school appropriate and NOT include masks or weapons. |
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| The Keziah Addoquaye Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society has begun another year of scholarly leadership of our school! NJHS Scholars have kicked off our annual Toys for Tots drive, taking place now through December 4th. Please consider donating a new unwrapped toy and help make this drive the most successful yet! Toys may be dropped off in the collection box located in the hallway outside the front office. |
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| Oct 27, 2025
5-8:00 PM
2401 Monocacy Blvd.
Frederick, MD 21701
Join us for food and fun. Come support Frederick Classical Charter School and a portion of tonight's sales will be donated accordingly. Excludes mobile orders, Catering, and gift card purchases. |
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Say Cheese! Picture Day is October 30 |
October 30, 2025
Get ready for Picture Day at Frederick Classical Charter School! This is a wonderful opportunity to capture your scholar’s smile and create lasting memories. Individual photos will be taken for yearbook use and family purchase. To order, visit www.classic-photo.com |
- Click Schools, then Pre-Order Now
- Online Code: 25fredclass26
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ATTN FCCS Community Members |
We are planning another Veteran's Day Observance at FCCS. We want to make the observance this year the best ever. If any community members are interested in serving on the planning committee or just have ideas on how to honor our Veterans, please contact H. Brooke Duke, 4th grade ELA/History at brooke.duke@fcps.org.
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| Complete the Media & Photo Release Form |
To help us celebrate and share the wonderful moments happening at Frederick Classical Charter School, we ask all parents to complete our Media & Photo Release Form. Please provide your scholar’s full name, grade level, and a current photo, then review and sign the consent section regarding the use of your child’s photo or video for school-related purposes. Completing this form ensures we have accurate records and clear permissions, so we can highlight student achievements, events, and activities while keeping families informed and connected. Thank you for supporting our school community!
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Please mark your calendars to stay up to date with FCCS community dates and events. |
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| Oct 20: Red Ribbon Week Oct 24: Trunk or Treat Oct 24: Middle School Costume Dance
Oct 27: Spirit Night Chick Fil A Restaurant Night-5.00pm-8.00pm Oct 28: School Closed Oct 30: Fall Picture Day Oct 31: FCCS 2-hour early dismissal |
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Call for Nominating Committee members! |
Each year, in accordance with the FCCS, Inc. by-laws (ARTICLE A-V. NOMINATIONS AND ELECTIONS), “The Nominating Committee shall be appointed annually by the Board of Trustees at the first board meeting held in the new fiscal year. The Nominating Committee shall consist of three (3) parent members who are not Trustees or applying to become Trustees, two (2) teachers, and a current Trustee who shall serve as Chair in a non-voting capacity.”
The Nominating Committee performs the essential functions of recruiting, interviewing and recommending candidates for Board of Trustee elections. Members of the community can express interest in joining the Nominating Committee by emailing a letter of interest to BOT@frederickclassicalcharterschool.org. | | Board Committee Opportunities |
Frederick Classical Charter School is seeking dedicated volunteers to help shape the future of our community. We currently have vacancies for the Communications Committee Chair. The role is vital to advancing our mission and ensuring strong engagement across our school.
If you are interested in serving, please submit a Letter of Interest to BOT@frederickclassicalcharterschool.org. Your leadership and perspective can make a meaningful difference! |
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Dear Parents and Families,
The FCCS Library is now fully operational. Each elementary student has received bags to store their library books. The following is the Library schedule if you would like to volunteer in the Library: |
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Monday (bi-weekly) - 3rd Grade (both homerooms) 9am - 10am
- Tuesday - 1st grade (Ms. Geisler) 9am
- Wednesday - 1st grade (Ms. Ball) 9am
- Thursday (bi-weekly) - 4th grade (both homerooms) 10am-11am
- Thursday (bi-weekly) - 2nd grade 2.15pm
- Friday - Kindergarten (both) 9am-10.00am
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- Take Care of Books – Turn pages gently, keep books clean and dry, and return them the way you found them. Use the library bag to store books. If the bag gets misplaced, it is $2.00 for a new bag. Parents are financially responsible for any damaged or missing books.
- Checkouts – Students may borrow 1-2 books at a time. Books are due back in 2 weeks (renewals are available if they need more time).
- Return on Time – Please help your child remember their due dates so everyone can enjoy the books. Overdue notices will be issued as needed.
- Library Manners – Use quiet voices, walk, and be respectful of others.
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Choose a safe spot to keep library books.
- Read together daily, even for a few minutes.
- Talk about stories — ask your child their favorite part or character.
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Thank you for helping us build a joyful reading community! If you have any questions, I’m always happy to help. Let’s make this a wonderful year of stories and discovery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at library@frederickclassicalcharterschool.org |
| Thank You! A big thank-you to our amazing parents and guardians for donating toward our Parent-Teacher Conference meal! Your generosity and support kept the staff fueled and appreciated during conference time. We’re so grateful to be part of such a wonderful school community! The Social Committee is looking forward to the upcoming events: TRUNK OR TREAT - 10/24 If you would like to volunteer, or donate please use the following sign-up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E44A9AD28ABFF2-58735223-trunk
You can also contribute cash towards the cost of purchase of items. |
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THANK YOU to all the VOLUNTEERS who came out and made STEAM Night absolutely spectacular!!
Popcorn Party Update Scholars, parents and grandparents are all asking for an updated and……… we are still waiting. Thank you to ALL the families and friends who have completed the annual registration and training to be FCPS volunteers for our school!!!! The team here at FCCS is working hard to get the results! We will share the winning grades from K-4 and 5-8 ASAP!!!! We have such an awesome community here at FCCS. Go Griffins!!!!
**REMEMBER** Please record your family's volunteer hours (FCCS goal is 15 Hours per family) to be submitted for special recognition with your scholar(s) later this year! |
| Volunteers Needed for School Picture Day! Date: October 30th
Time: 8:45am - 2:40 pm (end time could vary) (one hour time slots)
Location: FCCS Library
(Even an hour or two of your time makes a big difference! Your support helps keep things running smoothly and ensures Picture Day is a success for everyone.) If you’d like to help, please sign up using our SignUpGenius link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0E44A9AD28ABFF2-59371208-help
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Help is needed for class visits on Thursdays 9:45am-11:15am. Click here for questions about volunteering or training or to sign-up for a shift click here! Training options for volunteers are signing-up when another volunteer is there, or email to ask for a training session with Mrs. Khaleeli Myers at 2:30pm M-F.
Cafeteria Help is needed every day, and the more the merrier! But most help is needed right now on Wednesdays, if you can come for part or the full lunch time, come on down! |
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K-1st: 11:04am-11:34am
- 2-4: 11:45am-12:16pm
- 7-8: 12:38pm-1:08pm
- 5-6: 12:53pm-1:23pm
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For a Cafeteria Volunteer Guideline Sheet, questions, or if you want in-person training, e-mail the Volunteer Committee See you at lunch!!! Coming soon... |
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| Support MSDE’s Effort to Ensure Fair Funding for All Maryland Students |
Stand with Maryland Charter School Students for Fair Funding!
Join students, parents, and community members in a grassroots movement to demand equitable funding for all Maryland charter schools. This campaign advocates for greater transparency in how school funding formulas are developed and calls for a fair distribution of county revenues to every public school, charters included. Together, we can ensure every student, regardless of school type, has equal access to the quality educational resources they deserve.
No CSP funds, nor any other public grant funds, were used in connection with this advocacy campaign. |
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#MDChartersCount Social Media Toolkit |
We need to raise our voices to show that we are here to fight for our children and their schools.
Post on your social media (Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn) using the hashtag #MDChartersCount, and remember to like, comment, and tag school board members. |
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- Create your own post or use sample language from this toolkit.
- Post using the hashtag #MDChartersCount.
- Check back during the day, following the hashtag. Like, post, and comment on others’ posts.
- Get at least one other person to create a social post.
- Consider creating a short video telling your personal story, and include it with your post.
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Charter schools are under attack. Our schools might close.
- When we post together, our message is stronger and louder.
- Our leaders need to hear from us in order to take it seriously.
- There is an important meeting on Oct. 30 and we want to influence the discussion.
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We can’t stay silent. Join parents, educators, and advocates across the state in speaking out. Post using #MDChartersCount to demand fair funding and accountability. Together, we can protect Maryland’s charter schools and ensure every child has access to the education they deserve. #MDChartersCount |
Sample Language for Social Posts |
OPTION ONE:
As a parent, I chose a Maryland charter school because I wanted my child to have the best chance at success in a special kind of public school—smaller class sizes, dedicated teachers, and an environment where they could thrive. But now that the future is at risk. I am calling on INSERT TAGS to make this right. Support ALL public school kids. #MDChartersCount OPTION TWO:
My child’s public school is being starved of the funding we are legally owed. Districts that control both the money and the authorization process are withholding resources, forcing charter schools like EXCEL Academy to close and putting others in jeopardy. This isn’t fair to families, to teachers, or most importantly—to our kids. INSERT TAG, please stand up for our children.
#MDChartersCount OPTION THREE:
I’m speaking out because my child, and every child, deserves access to strong public schools that are properly funded. We cannot let misused laws and conflicts of interest take away opportunities from our children. Charter schools are public schools, and they deserve fair treatment. AT TAG, I am a taxpayer, and my kid’s public school, a charter school, deserves fair funding.#MDChartersCount OPTION FOUR:
As a community member, I’ve seen how Maryland charter schools bring hope, opportunity, and innovation to our neighborhoods. But now these public schools are being starved of the funding they are legally owed, forcing great schools like EXCEL Academy to close. This isn’t about politics—it’s about our kids and our future. I’m speaking out because #MDChartersCount. Let’s raise our voices together for fair funding. |
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Join my Counselor’s Corner group on Schoology for all updates from the counseling department. Use the following steps: |
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Login to Schoology.
- On the homepage, click on Groups at the top of the page.
- Click on My Groups to the right of the page.
- Click on the blue Join Group button on the right of the page.
- Enter the following access code when prompted: KJVJ-5M6F-6SX2V
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8th grade scholars and families: Please remember to join my 8th Grade Grad Schoology group using the Counselor’s Corner steps about, but use this access code instead: W9F5-3NDR-KTSN5 |
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Please complete this FORM if you qualify for Free or Reduced lunch and need help for the holidays. We will have Thanksgiving baskets for families as well as a Giving Tree to help with gifts. These are on a first- come- first-served basis, so please make sure to turn in your forms to Mrs. Caldwell by November 6, 2025. |
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The Academy of the Fine Arts |
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| The Academy for the Fine Arts will be holding its Open House on Thursday, October 23rd, from 6:30-8:00 pm. This is the same evening as the CTC Open House, so hopefully, students who are interested in both can see both programs on the same evening. A few upcoming events to be aware of that are open to Middle School Students. |
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Thurs Oct 23rd: AFA Open House-This is a great way for parents AND students to see the AFA up close, meet the staff and students, and get any questions answered. The Open House begins at 6:30 and lasts until 8:00 pm. Please register ahead of time using this link: https://forms.gle/E8HrFYMXmABHBWab9.
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AFA MS Recruiting Show, Cabaret Preview Nov 18th: We have had an overwhelming response for this event, with over 800 students registered. At this point, registration is closed. I will be confirming reservations with schools that signed up so that you can get buses reserved. There are some schools on there twice, so I want to confirm a relative headcount. If needed, buses can be covered by Dr. Hirschmann through the VPA office. Please make sure to indicate that on your bus reservation. Coverage should be arranged in-house if possible. If you run into any issues getting coverage, please let me know.
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