We had a delightful four-day week at Frederick Classical Charter School. Scholars throughout the school, rested from the three-day weekend, engaged in a variety of activities, including visiting the Earth and Space Science Lab, learning about DNA, exploring least common denominators, and so much more.
Thursday night’s talent show was a fantastic example of the true, the good, and the beautiful, as we witnessed so much talent on display. Thank you to everyone who came out to support our scholars.
It was also exciting to be part of the first Frederick County Joint Charter Information Night. Several staff members, Board of Trustees representatives, and FCCS parents shared the wonderful mission and work we do at Frederick Classical with the greater Frederick community. Finally, many of our middle school scholars are looking forward to tonight’s Valentine’s Dance. It is always a joy to see our scholars having such a great time together.
Looking ahead to next week, we will hold our next PTC meeting on Tuesday evening. You can view the agenda and join us virtually. On Friday, FCCS will have a two-hour early dismissal, with carline beginning at 1:15 p.m. and concluding at 1:45 p.m. Have a great weekend! |
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FCCS BoT Off Cycle Public Board Meeting Notice |
The Board of Trustees will meet for an off-cycle meeting on Friday, Feb. 20, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually and the agenda is posted online. |
| Join the Board of Trustees |
The Nominating Committee is seeking candidates for the upcoming Board of Trustee elections. Ideal candidates are from FCCS families and the greater Frederick community who support FCCS’ mission and values. At the Spring Membership Meeting, the community will elect three trustees to the Board. Each trustee will serve a 2-year term. Additionally, there is one current Board of Trustees vacancy (term ending June 2027) available by appointment. Express interest by February 26. |
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Wednesday, February 25, 2026
9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Annapolis, MD February is Maryland Charter Advocacy Month, and FCCS will once again raise our voices in Annapolis to support charter schools—especially for facilities funding. This year, families, staff and scholars will attend to learn about civic processes and how public education shapes state policy. Our goal is to strengthen our collective voice and represent FCCS with clarity, professionalism, and unity.
Questions or comments? Email bot@frederickclassicalcharterschool.org | |
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| Basketball Playoffs Have Begun!
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It’s playoff time for our Griffins! Come out and cheer on our teams as they compete this Saturday, Feb. 21. The Lady Griffins play at 11:30 a.m. at the Walkersville Rec Center. The Varsity Boys play at 3:30 p.m. at Walkersville Elementary. Let’s pack the stands and show our Griffin pride! |
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| Deadline: March 6, 2026
For this year’s 8th Grade yearbook tribute, scholars chose a baby photo theme. Photos will also be displayed outside the Library for a “guess who” activity. Submit a JPG/JPEG with your scholar’s full name to library@frederickclassicalcharterschool.org by March 6. |
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| International Day: Holidays Around the World |
NEW DATE March 14
2:00 - 4:00 PM
FCCS Cafeteria We have 12 countries signed up and are looking for 1 more. If you have any ideas on how to make this event fun and interactive please let me know.
Share traditions, food, music, or help with setup. Sign up via the link or contact social@frederickclassicalcharterschool.org. |
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| Come Learn About Lenca Guancasco |
2:00 - 4:00 PM
FCCS Cafeteria
Frederick Classical Charter School is honored to host a Lenca Guancasco, a traditional Indigenous ceremony from Central America that celebrates Peace, Unity, and Community. Presented by a local Lenca clan on International Day, March 14th, 2026. There will be 6 sessions every Friday starting 02/06.
All grade levels are welcome to participate |
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| Join Roy Rogers in Supporting FCCS |
March 19, 2026 | 12-3 PM
1990 Riverside Way
No lunch plans on Thursday March 19? No problem! Head to Roy Rogers and support FCCS’ Library! Roy’s will donate 25% of the proceeds to the school. All info is on the flyer! |
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| This is a friendly reminder for families with current FCCS students: if you plan to enroll a sibling for SY26-27, you must enter them into the FCCS lottery. The lottery will close on March 16. Applicants will be notified of their status on March 18. |
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Please mark your calendars to stay up to date with FCCS community dates and events. |
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Dec 4-Feb 26: BOT Candidate Application Window Feb. 20: BOT meeting, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 20: Middle School Valentine’s Dance, 7-9 p.m. Feb 24: PTC meeting, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 25: Advocacy Day, Annapolis, MD Feb. 27: FCCS 2-Hour Early Dismissal
Feb. 28: Science Olympiad Regionals Tournament Mar 3: Communications Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. |
| Mar 10: Prospective Family Night
Mar 14: International Day, 2-4 p.m. Mar 16: Lottery closes Mar 18: Lottery runs for SY26-27 Mar. 19: FCPS 2-Hour Early Dismissal; End of Term 3. Restaurant Fundraiser at Roy Rogers. Mar 20: Schools Closed Mar. 21: Elementary Science Fair @ Tuscarora High School, 9:30-11:30 a.m. |
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Griffin’s Corner: Classical Principles Monthly |
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We hope you have been enjoying our series, which brings Classical Principles to life each month. Along with Zeus, the Griffin, our beloved mascot, we explore one core classical principle through stories from both school and home. Our goal is to help families build daily habits and strengthen the school-home connection. This month’s principle is: Optimus Magister Bonus Liber Est – the best teacher is a good book!
Please enjoy, share, and leave us a like or comment. |
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Everyone is invited to our upcoming PTC mtg on Tuesday, Feb 24th. Virtual @ 6:30 pm. The meeting link can always be found on the PTC page of the school website. View the agenda here.
At PTC meetings, parents can come together with Admin and volunteers to share their perspective, feedback, suggestions, praise, and concerns with the intent to continually grow as a school community. We will discuss upcoming PTC events, reflect on events of the past month, and share upcoming volunteer opportunities. |
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Currently there are 140 overdue books. There are also overdue payments for damaged books. Unfortunately, scholars who owe for a damaged book will not be able to check any books out till their account is cleared. Reminder to help scholars protect library books from water damage. Please keep books away from water bottles, store them in a dry backpack pocket, and take extra care on rainy days. If a book is damaged, contact library@frederickclassicalcharterschool.org.
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| - Teacher March Rainbow Snacks appreciation event - Mar 16, 2026
- Possible Mother/Son event K-4
- June 5th: End of the Year Picnic @ Utica Park 4pm onwards
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Dear FCCS Volunteers, YOU are our special Valentine! It is no secret, we LOVE our VOLUNTEERS!!! Thank you to the 3rd grade field trip chaperone’s! What a DINO-mite trip! And BIG thank you to all the families, SGA, Staff and Social Committee who are volunteering in many ways to support the Talent Show last night and Middle School Dance tonight! Special shout out to the Kindergarten families who helped make celebrating the 100th day of school very special last week! We are over half way through the school year–wow! Speaking of which… If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions at all please text 410-456-7643 or email: volunteer@frederickclassicalcharterschool.org Go Griffins!!!
Remember if you attended meetings or did ANY non-school day volunteering ***PLEASE SUBMIT*** Your time served!!! Email the DATE and NUMBER of volunteer hours as well as the MEETING TYPE (i.e., BOT) to the amazing Ms. Tucker (jennifer.tucker@fcps.org) to be entered into the FCPS Volunteer Database for special recognition with your scholar(s) later this year!
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| | Cafeteria
Thank you for using the Lunch Sign-up Genius!!! Please check weekly to volunteer by picking an open slot on the Sign-up Genius **please note the time frame you will be here**, and then on your day(s) come into the Front Office and let them know you are a cafeteria volunteer! For a Cafeteria Volunteer Guideline Sheet, questions, or if you want in-person training, e-mail the Volunteer Committee See you at lunch!!!
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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 above, but use this access code instead: W9F5-3NDR-KTSN5 |
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