Thank you to the Francestown Fire Department and Auxiliary for welcoming us this morning! The students had an informative and fun-filled time learning about fire safety and prevention. We also loved the snacks and treats provided by the Auxiliary!

Please see the "Points of P.R.I.D.E." Newsletter from Principal Rachel Lunan-Hill by clicking here.

On October 8th, Francestown Elementary School welcomed Morphs and Milestones for an exciting and educational visit. Students had the opportunity to interact with a variety of animals, including tortoises, cockroaches, and snakes, offering them a hands-on experience that was both engaging and memorable.

To celebrate a month of literacy, we are excited to be reading the same book in every class. On Friday, the entire school came together to read the first chapter of Brambleheart by Henry Cole.
The story follows Twig, whose luck begins to change when he discovers a mysterious egg that hatches into Char, a talented and loyal dragon. Together, Twig and Char create incredible metalwork projects, though Twig keeps Char’s help a secret from everyone except his friend Lily. Twig passes off the stunning work as his own, but his plan unravels when the town bully, a weasel named Basil, uncovers the truth. Char is taken from Twig and locked away.
“Find your heart. You’ll do the right thing.”

Please see the "Points of P.R.I.D.E." Newsletter from Principal Rachel Lunan-Hill by clicking here.

The FES PTO sponsored community supper this Thursday! The students will be working on making decorations and soup to serve. We have had some donations from our FES families, but we need more. Please take a minute to review our Signup Genius and sign up if you are able. You can drop off donations at the school on Thursday or bring it to the Town Hall before 5:00 PM on Thursday. We hope to see you all there!

Today marked the first P.R.I.D.E. Meeting of the school year at Francestown Elementary School, filled with excitement and community spirit. As students and staff arrived, they were greeted by Leo the Lion, our school’s mascot, who enthusiastically welcomed everyone at the door. Leo then joined in to help present the FES Values that will guide our all-school meetings and daily interactions.

During the meeting, the following FES Values were shared:

Positive: We foster positivity by helping those around us, keeping our hands and feet to ourselves, and respecting each other's personal space.

Responsible: Being responsible means being a good listener—paying attention to what others are saying while keeping your voice off.

Independent: We demonstrate independence by being ready to participate and knowing when to stop and listen.

Determined: We are determined to stay focused, share what we’ve learned, and persevere.

Empathetic: Empathy means supporting our FES friends by applauding appropriately and listening when they speak.

After celebrating these core values, the meeting continued with a special moment as Ms. Sanchez's class shared a video about *The Dot* by Peter Reynolds. The story highlights creativity, determination, and problem-solving—perfect themes to inspire our students at the start of the year.

The day concluded with a family-style meal, bringing together FES students, staff, and families for a time of connection and celebration. It was truly a wonderful way to begin the school year, reinforcing our commitment to learning, community, and growth!

Please see the "Points of P.R.I.D.E." Newsletter from Principal Rachel Lunan-Hill by clicking here.