FMS Rams Bulletin

FAMILIES

PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION (PTO)

NEXT MEETING:

12/4/2024

5:30PM - 6:30PM

PTO is in charge of fundraising to supplement the school celebrations, teacher appreciations, and other needs. This group of parents and family members works with Francisco staff and Beacon to create community events.  

SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL (SSC)

NEXT MEETING:

12/18/2024

5:15 PM via Zoom

The SSC is responsible for the development of the Academic Plan and overall school site budget, including any categorical funds. The council meets monthly to review the SFUSD Strategic Plan, review and analyze student data, solicit community input and develop a needs assessment, assist the principal in developing the SPSA and School Site Budget and monitor the implementation of the SPSA on an ongoing basis. 

ENGLISH LEARNER ADVISORY COMMITTEE (ELAC)

NEXT MEETING:

12/9/2024

5-6pm

The purpose of the ELAC is to advise the principal, SSC and school staff on programs and services for English learners. Parents of English learners (ELs) together with other parents, staff and community members meet to learn about services and programs for English learners and offer advice to improve the education of ELs at our school. 

SCHOOL COMMITTEES

Francisco Family Engagement Team is looking for parents who are interested in supporting school committees. Each committee has an important role in our community that works for the benefit of the education of our students. Please fill out the form (linked in the headings below)  if you are interested in joining any of the committees.

UPCOMING YOUTH and FAMILY OPPORTUNITIES & EVENTS 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

COMMUNITY DAY OF SERVICE

12/4/2024

10AM - 3PM

Project Homeless Connect (PHC) is excited to announce the upcoming Community Day of Service (CDoS) PHC 83 at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium on December 4, 2024. We are still bringing a modified version of this event to ensure the health and safety of PHC staff, volunteers, and participants.

The Community Day of Service (CDoS) is an opportunity to receive services delivered with care and dignity for people experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, or simply needing services!

The One Stop Shop expo-style for supportive services will have around 60+ service providers under the same roof. Our goal is to provide services that would otherwise be difficult to access. (DMV-California State ID cards, Dental, Medical, Mental Health, medical benefits, Employment Resources, etc.)

INCLUSIVE SCHOOLS WEEK

12/2 - 12/6

This year’s theme, “Every Voice Matters,” echoes the fundamental belief that every individual has a unique perspective and contributes to the rich tapestry of our school communities.

Creating more inclusive learning environments, dismantling barriers to participation, and promoting equity and understanding among all members of the school community is crucial for several reasons.

JOY TO THE CITY TOY GIVEAWAY & HOLIDAY PROGRAM

Dec 7

2-6PM

Hosted by the Assemblymember and our partners at Code Tenderloin, Joy to the City brings together our community in the heart of San Francisco at Chase Center’s Thrive City. Joy to the City will feature a toy giveaway (first come, first served), holiday crafts, book giveaway, live music, face painting, and more! As a dedicated partner, Assemblymember Haney is excited and proud to share this experience with SFUSD students and their families. The event is free and open to all. 

Registration is required for admission. Please register to attend, and use promo code “SFUSD” for SFUSD families. 

Date: Dec. 7, 2024, 2-6 p.m.

Location: Chase Center Thrive City, 1725 3rd St., San Francisco, Calif., 94158

WINTER ORCHESTRA CONCERT 12/12/24 6PM

You’re invited to the Winter Orchestra Concert 2024. Please come join us to celebrate the hard work of our Francisco Orchestra students. We look forward to seeing you there. 

Date: Thursday, 12/12/2024

Time: 6pm

Location: Little Theater, Francisco Middle School

WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION

12/17/2024

5:30PM

Join us for a great evening of fun games, performances, crafts, refreshments, raffle, awards, and More! 

When: 

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. 

Where: FMS Little Theater

TENNIS & LEARNING CENTER PROGRAM:

August 19 - June 4

The Tennis and Learning Center’s afterschool programs provide middle school students the opportunity to be creative in a safe space, and participate in extracurricular activities, while also being able to focus on academic studies with the help of a tutor on hand everyday. Find out more here and here.

When: 

Aug. 19, 2024 through June 4, 2025

Monday through Friday

3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 

Cost: 

Scholarship-based program, all qualifying applicants must qualify for a 50% or 100%, must live in our city's equity zone zip code areas

APPLY HERE!
For questions regarding application process or would like to apply, please email Channing Hale at Channing.hale@sfgov.org