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A publication of Fremont Public Schools

Fremont Public Schools2008-09 Updates

August 2008http://www.fremont.net

FremontHigh

School

FremontMiddleSchool

Daisy BrookElementary

PathfinderElementary

Pine StreetPrimaryCenter

QuestHigh School

FremontCommunityEducation

2008-09 INSTRUCTIONAL HOURS

Building Full Day Half Day Early Release Dismissal

Pine Street 8:02 a.m. – 3:10 p.m. 8:02 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. 12:50 p.m.

Pathfinder 8:18 a.m. – 3:26 p.m. 8:18 a.m. – 11:34 a.m. 1:10 p.m.

Daisy Brook 8:07 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. 8:07 a.m. – 11:23 a.m. 1:00 p.m.

Middle School 8:05 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 8:05 a.m. – 11:05 a.m. 12:45 p.m.

High School 8:15 a.m. – 3:10 p.m. 8:15 a.m. – 11:05 a.m. 12:50 p.m.

Quest 8:05 a.m. – 2:58 p.m. 8:05 a.m. – 11:05 a.m. 12:45 p.m.

First Day of SchoolTuesday, September 2, 2008

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Administration

Welcome!

As summer comes to a close, we begin preparations for yet another successful school year.Last year was an amazing year. All of our schools made Education Yes! Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP), with the

majority of our schools earning an ‘A’ on the district report card. The high school, the only school to not earn an ‘A,’earned a ‘B’ – a grade that has continually improved as you, our staff, students, parents and community members, havebanded together to advance the quality of education at Fremont Public Schools. We look forward to continuing on thispath of success, not only at the high school level but in each and every one of our schools.

Another record was set last year, as well, when the FHS Class of 2008 was awarded more than $1.2 million inscholarship monies. Further, of the 164 members of the graduating class, 104 either graduated cum laude or magnumcum laude – indicating they earned a 3.0 or higher Grade Point Average (GPA) during their high school career. Further,a full 72 percent of the graduating class planned to pursue post-secondary education.

Departing from such an amazing year, we have great expectations for the coming year and all it has in store.Welcoming our students this August will be several new faces. Eleven teachers took advantage of our voluntary severance package last spring –

allowing us to avoid layoff and cuts – and, in fact, hire many new faces. Please help us in welcoming these new members of the FPS family.In addition to these teachers, we are also welcoming a new Executive Director of Students Services/Athletic Director – Ken Haggart. Mr. Haggart

will serve in this position throughout the 2008-09 school year and will then step in as the new Fremont Middle School Principal when Mrs. Hummelretires at the end of the 2008-2009 school year. Please take some time to get to know Ken this year and welcome him to our family.

We look forward to ushering our students into a new year – experiencing all the challenges, opportunities and successes along the way.

Our Future

I find it wonderful to watch the process of people from our community sitting down to discuss what they feel is best for their children. In thiscase, I have watched four committees devote a year to examining the best ways for Fremont students to become world-ready during the Strategies forStudent Success (S3) initiative.

These committees had a lot on their plates, but the main course was deciding what recommendations to make to the Board of Education… Justwhat education resources should be available for their children in five years? What should the Fremont community do to get there?

The committees that came together around the topics ‘World Ready,’ ‘Technology,’and ‘Community Connections’ made their presentations to the Board a few weeks ago.In late June, the fourth committee, the Facilities committee, was ready to sum up itswork.

David Byrne and Scott Sherman served as this committee’s co-chairs, with Mr.Byrne outlining the committee’s findings for the Board. Beginning with building repairsand improvements in mind, the committee worked on a master facilities plan for thedistrict. This, Mr. Byrne told the Board, sharpened the committee’s attention on the highschool as their highest priority for recommended improvements.

Their conclusion: Fremont’s current high school not only cannot serve the futureneeds of students, but it cannot be adequately maintained even for its present use.

Mr. Byrne asked for, and the Board approved, the committee to become theFuture of Fremont committee and continue its study into the possibility of a new highschool facility. Part of the committee’s work this fall will be to gather broad communityinput on four sites committee members have identified as possible locations for a newhigh school. The committee is then to review this input and return to the Board inDecember with a recommendation.

The four favorable locations the committee wants to examine for a new highschool include: behind the career tech center, west of the high school gym, near themiddle school, and on the county fairgrounds property south of the athletic complex.More information on these sites, as well as a feedback form, may be found on pages sixand seven. I would encourage everyone to review the included information and send usyour feedback today!

I personally want to thank everyone for giving their time and talents to helpingprepare our students for the world of tomorrow. Your contributions are enormouslyhelpful and the work we have yet to do - vitally important.

For more information about this committee or for meeting information, pleasefeel free to contact me today!

- John D. Kingsnorth, PhD, Superintendentjkingsnorth@fremont.net - (231) 924-2350

Administration

Dr. John Kingsnorth, Superintendent .......................................................................... (231) 924-2350

Jim Hieftje, Director of State/Federal Programs, Curriculum/Instruction & HR ......... (231) 924-2350

Bing Hanson Lake, Director of Financial Services ........................................................ (231) 924-2350

Ken Haggart, Exec. Dir of Student Services/Athletic Dir. ........................................... (231) 924-7373

Jan Kandler-Kartes, Athletic Secretary ...................................................................... (231) 924-8029

Nancy Sparks, Pine Street Primary Principal ............................................................ (231) 924-3530

Bob Cassiday, Pathfinder Principal .............................................................................. (231) 924-7230

Nancy Sparks, Daisy Brook Principal ............................................................................. (231) 924-4380

Carolyn Hummel, Middle School Principal .................................................................. (231) 924-0230

Scott Sherman, High School Principal .......................................................................... (231) 924-8032

Debra Wightman, High School Assistant Principal ..................................................... (231) 924-5300

Jim Hieftje, Quest High School Principal .................................................................... (231) 924-2350

Eva Houseman, Director of Special Education ................................................................ (231) 652-3834

Ryan Ergang, Director of Maintenance ........................................................................ (231) 924-7410

Don Vincent, Director of Transportation .................................................................. (231) 924-4390

Denise McDaniel, Director of Food Services .......................................................... (231) 924-8160

Dianna Dakin, Technology Coordinator ...................................................................... (231) 924-7390

Board of Education

Anita Osterman ......................................................................................................... President

Karla Gilliland ................................................................................................. Vice President

Jim Featherstone..................................................................................................... Secretary

Phil Harmon .......................................................................................................... Treasurer

Ed Wosinski .......................................................................................................... Trustee

Linda Blais.................................................................................................................... Trustee

Matt Hendrie........................................................................................................................... Trustee

Regular School Board Meetings are held the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the

administration building or at one of the various schools. Call (231) 924-2350 for meeting locations. The

public is invited to attend.

School Matters is published five times each year.

Amber Hogancamp, Editor - Printed by Hi-Lites Graphic Inc.

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of

1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Ameri-

cans With Disabilities Act of 1990, it is the policy of Fremont Public Schools that no person shall, on the

basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, be excluded from participation in, denied the

benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment, programs or activities.

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FPS FinancesAnother New Year

“Are you enjoying your summer?” and “What are you doing this summer?” are common questions the FPSAdministration Office staff hears repeatedly. Surprisingly, summer is a very busy time in our office. Our fiscal year endsJune 30 and finalizing all the transactions and preparing for our audit is very time consuming. Then, before you know it,it’s time to prepare for back to school with new contracts, open enrollment, back to school meetings and numerousevents. Every year, it amazes me how quickly the summer flies by and the questions become, “How was your summer?”and “What are you doing this fall?”

In addition to the year-end paperwork, we have also had many projects going on this summer, including severalsinking fund projects…

• Administration Building Parking Lot Replacement• Middle School Drive• Dumpster Enclosure at the High School• Access Control to All Buildings

The sinking fund is a voted millage used to fund capital projects. These funds cannot be used for salaries and benefits – only major repairs or newcapital projects. The sinking fund has paid for projects that would have been paid for by general fund in the past – thus, alleviating general funds for otheruses directly related to student instruction.

Our state aid foundation allowance was increased for the 2008-09 school year by $112 per student. This increase, along with a decrease in theretirement rate and a smaller than normal increase in insurance rates, will hopefully help us maintain a balanced budget for 2008-09. Also, because eleventeachers took advantage of our voluntary severance package, we were able to avoid layoffs and additional cuts. One of the remaining budgeting factorsyet to be known is our fall enrollment. Hopefully, we will not experience declining enrollment larger than anticipated.

Due to increasing food and delivery costs, Fremont Public Schools’ milk, breakfast, and lunch prices will be increasing slightly for the 2008-09school year. There are free and reduced applications available to help families needing assistance.

Our staff is ready to face the challenges of a new school year. We will continue to use our funds as effectively as possible while providing the besteducation for the students of Fremont Public Schools.

- Bing Hanson Lake, Director of Financial Services

Introducing Ken Haggart

Although new to the Fremont Middle School staff, Mr. Ken Haggart is no stranger to our school system. Perhaps you have seen him on thesidelines at FHS football games, where he has been a volunteer coach.

Ken lives in Fremont with his wife Nancy and his daughters, Abigail and Anna, both Fremont High School students.Mr. Haggart received his Education Leadership certificate from Grand Valley State University and his Bachelor of Arts and Master’s degrees from

Central Michigan University.After many years of teaching and several years serving as principal at Holton Middle School, Ken accepted the position of Executive Director of

Students Services/Athletic Director, working with middle students and middle and high school sports. In addition, Mr. Haggart will serve as theFremont Middle School Principal when Mrs. Hummel retires at the end of the 2008-2009 school year.

FHS Athletics

Greetings! I would like to take a moment to introduce myself.My name is Ken Haggart. I will be fulfilling the duties of Athletic Directorfor the 2008-09 school year. Fremont Public Schools has established awell-deserved reputation for outstanding athletic programs over the yearsand my goal is to continue in that tradition.

Our student-athletes receive great physical training, withan emphasis on values, morals, and character education by quality coaches,many of whom are recognized throughout West Michigan as outstandingleaders in the sports they coach. We are lucky to have the people we do -working with and building our kids - each and every day after school. Infact, sports are just an extension of the normal school day for many.

With the 2008-09 school year just around the corner, I am lookingforward to working with the coaches, kids, parents, and community tocontinue in the traditions of excellence established during the past 75 years.It should be an exciting year for Packer Sports!

If you have any questions or concerns regarding athletics or any ofthe sport programs, please feel free to call me at (231) 924-7373. I lookforward to talking with you and thanks again for choosing Fremont PublicSchools.

- Ken Haggart, Executive Director of Students Services/ Athletic Director

Administration................................................ (231) 924-2350Pine Street Primary......................................... (231) 924-3530Pathfinder ...................................................... (231) 924-7230Daisy Brook ................................................... (231) 924-4380FMS .............................................................. (231) 924-0230FHS ............................................................... (231) 924-5300Quest High School ......................................... (231) 924-0470Recreation Enrichment .................................. (231) 924-3750Maintenance .................................................. (231) 924-7410Transportation ............................................... (231) 924-4390Food Services .................................................. (231) 924-8160Technology .................................................... (231) 924-7350

District Contacts

School Closings & Delays

To inquire about school closings, delays, or other school emergencysituations, please call (231) 924-7317.

• Partial Roof Replacement at Pine Street• Replacement Doors at Pathfinder• Tennis Court Fencing at Middle School

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FPS Transportation ‘08-‘09

This year, as in the past, Fremont Public Schools will run a single a.m. route with all students, K-12, riding the same bus. All morning schooldelays will have bus routes with the same morning driver and will be either one hour or two hours later than the normal pickup time.

All students should arrive at their assigned bus stops at least five minutes prior to their scheduled pickup time. Buses cannot wait for late studentsand keep their schedule for all other stops. Pickup times to start the year will be similar to last year; HOWEVER, during the school year route changeswill be made to keep buses operating in an efficient manner. Parents will be notified prior to any changes in writing or calls home for younger students.

Afternoon take-home routes will be the same with all high school and middle school students riding one bus route. However, this year we willbe picking up all middle school and Quest students first and then transferring up to the high school at 3:06 p.m., where students will depart from thehigh school at 3:16 p.m. All middle school and Quest students will be required to ride transfer buses to the high school if they are riding buses home.High school and middle school students may be required to walk home from assigned stops up to one mile.

Elementary students will ride a separate bus home in the p.m. Students will depart Pathfinder at 3:35 p.m. Transfer buses will take elementarystudents from their respective schools to Pathfinder, where they will board their homebound bus. Students will be required to ride only transfer buses toPathfinder.

Changes will be made throughout the year - in accordance with the guidelines of our district policy on walking distances - as we will need toeliminate town stops for high school and middle school students who live within one (1) mile of their school and elementary students who live withina half (1/2) mile of their school. Your child’s student handbook covers any questions you may have on transportation. Please be sure to keep thesehandbooks throughout the school year for your review.

As parents make changes in child care and as students change residences, PARENTS WILL NEED TO FILL OUT NEW TRANSPORTATIONFORMS either at the bus garage or at their children’s schools. All children are assigned buses by the address the school has on file for them. Child carerecords are not kept year to year, as these arrangements often change.

Prior to school, please make sure your children knows their bus information, as this helps them get off to a good start, as well as helps eliminatea lot on confusion for the first day.

If you are unsure of bus schedules, please call the bus garage or your children’s schools prior to the start of school. Following school policy,students may ride only their assigned bus to and from school. Any and all changes must be approved by the Director of Transportation and received, inwriting, prior to the change. Please keep in mind that we transport over 1,700 students each day. The purpose of this policy is to protect your childrenand to make sure they are transported where you, as the parent, and the school expect them to be. If there is a last minute change in plans, we ask parentsto contact the school BEFORE THE END OF THE DAY AND HAVE YOUR CHILDREN WAIT AT SCHOOL.

Finally, please note that children in kindergarten, first and second grades will not be dropped off at their bus stops without an older sibling oracknowledgement that a parent or guardian is home.

We thank you for your cooperation in helping us make sure your children reach their destinations safely and on time.

KindergartenKindergarten parents, you will receive a bus tag with transportation information on it based on the form you filled out. Please check this

information for accuracy and be sure your child wears his/her tag for the first couple weeks in order to help ensure correct bus assignment.

School Closings or DelaysPlease call (231) 924-7317 (instead of the bus garage or schools). This number is the very first notification of any change in the school day - even

before any other calls are made.

FPS Special Education

Fremont Public Schools implemented a leveled management approach to Special Education operations at the beginning of the 2007-08 schoolyear. Through this approach, the district’s special education programs were run by the Newaygo County Regional Educational Service Agency (NCRESA),with local contacts and supervisors at each development level.

And so the venture continues… NCRESA’s Special Education administrative structure will continue to allow school supervisors to focus oninitiatives, curriculum and rules and regulations that are most relevant to the grade levels they supervise. They will continue to develop a broad base ofknowledge and skills relative to all aspects of special education, but their narrowed focus will allow them to maximize their time and resources as theyassist staff in maximizing student achievement.

The special education supervisors are excited to once again begin their work with the special education staff, students and parents at FremontPublic Schools. If you are interested in speaking with any of the special education supervisors or have a concern, please do not hesitate to give them acall…

High School Supervisor Lon Smith (231) 652-3895Middle School Supervisor Jera Adams (231) 652-3616Elementary Supervisor Dawn Tubbs (231) 924-8851

- Eva HousemanNCRESA Director of Special Education

Learning Support Supervisor Jane Dezinski (231) 924-8916Monitor and Planner Steve Yonker (231) 924-7917Director of Special Ed., NCRESA Eva Houseman (231) 652-3834

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Fremont Public Schools Board of Education2008-09 Board of Education Meetings

All meetings will be held at 7:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of the month and will be held in the Boardroom at the administrationbuilding (220 W. Pine Street, Fremont, MI), unless noted otherwise. All changes will be posted at the administration building or may be found atwww.fremont.net.

2008August 25September 8September 22October 13October 27November 10November 24 December 8

2009January 12January 26February 9February 23March 9March 23April 13April 27May 11June 8June 22

Fremont Public Schools2008-09 Calendar

SeptemberTuesday, September 2 First Day of School

OctoberFriday, October 3 Half DayMonday, October 13 Early ReleaseFriday, October 31 End of Marking Period

NovemberWednesday, November 26 Half Day & Last Day of Trimester (High School)November 27 & 28 No School (Thanksgiving Vacation)

DecemberDecember 22-31 No School (Christmas Vacation)

JanuaryJanuary 1 & 2 No School (Christmas Vacation)Friday, January 16 Half Day & Last Day of Marking Period

FebruaryMonday, February 9 Early ReleaseFriday, February 20 No School

MarchFriday, March 6 Half Day & Last Day of Trimester (High School)Tuesday, March 10 Juniors Only Attend – MI Merit ExamFriday, March 20 Last Day of Marking Period

AprilFriday, April 3 No SchoolApril 6-10 No School (Spring Break)

MayMonday, May 25 No School (Memorial Day)

JuneJune 4 & 5 Half DayFriday, June 5 Last Day of School

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Reviewing the PossibilitiesDuring its June 23 meeting, the Fremont Public Schools Board of Education received a report from the Strategies for Student Success (S3)

Facilities Committee. The Board had previously received year-end reports from the other S3 committees, including the World Ready, the Technologyand the Community Connections committees.

At the onset of the 2007-08 school year, Fremont Public Schools asked, “How do we prepare students to be ‘World Ready?’?” From there, surveyresponses flooded in and committees formed to study the information and make recommendations to the FPS Board of Education, following a year ofdiscussion and research.

Dave Byrne, a member of the S3 Facilities Committee, made the presentation to the Board, beginning first with a quick review of the committee’sprocess. According to Byrne, the committee began its discussions by developing a master plan for the district – focusing on needed repairs, as well as areasof improvement. The number one area needing improvement: Fremont High School.

The need for vast changes and improvements in the high school facility was so apparent, the committee decided to divide into subcommitteesand study out possibilities for updating the facility. Each subcommittee ended up studying out not only the existing high school but possible sites for anew facility. In the end, four possible areas were identified by the committee, including land north of NCRESA, the current high school location, on thecurrent middle school property, and on the fairgrounds’ property south of the athletic complex.

Byrne informed the Board that all four sites had been evaluated to make sure a facility would be feasible and all four locations proved to besuitable for a facility – each with minor drawbacks of its own. Based on this information, Byrne then asked the Board to allow the Facilities Committeeto continue meeting outside the S3 realm, authorizing the committee to pursue feedback regarding the possibility of a new facility and the four possiblelocations identified by the committee. That’s where you come in…

Shown here are the four possible locations identified by the committee. Please take a moment to review the possibilities and then let us knowwhat you think! You may call us at (231) 924-2350, e-mail us at futureoffremont@fremont.net, or mail the included feedback form to 220 W. PineStreet, Fremont, MI 49412. Anyway you choose – we look forward to your input!

2) The Current FHS Site (Downtown Fremont)On the Corner of Main St. and Stewart

3) On FMS PropertyW. Pine Street – Southeast of Downtown Fremont

1) North of NCRESAMain Street - One Mile East of Downtown Fremont

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Your Input: An Invaluable Tool

Please let us know what you think! You may call us at (231) 924-2350, e-mail us at jkingsnorth@fremont.net or just drop this form in the mail. You choose – just be sure to give us your input today! The four possible sites are listed below. Please list any pros, cons and additional feedback you have regarding each site…

1) North of NCRESA

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2) The Current FHS Site

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3) On FMS Property

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4) The Fairgrounds Property – South of the Athletic Complex

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Yes, please add me to the Future of Fremont mailing list. Yes, I would like more information regarding upcoming Future of Fremont meetings.

Name ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ City _______________________________________________________ State _______________ Zip ___________________ Phone (_______) ________________________________ E-mail ____________________________________________________

Thank You for Your Input!

4) The Fairgrounds Property – South of the Athletic ComplexStewart – One-Quarter Mile South of Downtown Fremont

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We are asking you to keep an eye out for those deserving a little time in the spotlight and then send therecommendations our way…

StaffStudentsAlumni

Board MembersCommunity Members

Anyone & Everyone Making an Impact on Education!

Please send a note letting us know who, what, when and where. If you have a picture to spotlight,send that our way, too!

In addition to spotlighting these nominees, we would also like to spotlight student work. Whether a poem,a narrative or a work of art, please submit the exceptional for a little limelight, as well!

Submissions may be e-mailed to amead@fremont.net or mailed toFPS Spotlight - 220 W. Pine Street - Fremont, MI 49412.

We will continue to spotlight excellence in education throughout the coming 2008-09 school year. Specifically,we will be spotlighting you – our students, staff, alumni and community members!

Spotlight on Education

FPS Students Shine

Year-round, our FPS students selflessly giveof their time and energy – whether cleaning upstreams, tutoring students in need of help, orbringing a smile to kids’ faces at the annual GerberDays’ celebration.

Pictured here, FPS students paint faces –decorating eager cheeks with Packer Ps, basketballs,baseballs, butterflies and more! They also helpedkids play games – helping them throw ping-pongballs and win prizes – much to the kids’ delight. The

students also manned the official Fremont PublicSchools booth, showing off their school spirit andgiving mugs and information to those interested.

At the parade, the Fremont High School BoysCross Country team showed its school spirit as theboys walked alongside a FPS bus sporting their 2007State Championship banners.

All in all, our students gave of their time andtalents to represent our school and put smiles on thefaces of some very eager children. Thank you for yourtime. You do make a difference (just take a look atthe smiles pictured here).

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FPS District Policies

Families must know district policies and state/federal regulations. Although these notices are lengthy, they are written in commonlanguage. It is important that parents and guardians of students attending Fremont Public Schools take time to read over the followingsummary of legal notices from State and Federal regulations and local policies that impact education.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Fremont Public Schools has evaluated its facilities, services, policies and practices as required by Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of1990 and its implementing regulations. Individuals with disabilities, and other interested parties, are invited to participate in an ongoing assessment bycontacting the Superintendent at the Administration Offices, 220 W. Pine Street, Fremont MI 49412. Other inquiries about the Americans withDisabilities Act may be made to: U.S. Department of Justice, Washington D.C. 20530.

Vision/Hearing ScreeningThe Newaygo County Health Department is required by law to provide hearing and vision screening to pre-school and school-age children.

Technicians are in our schools providing this service at certain grades throughout your child’s school experience. If you do not wish to have your childscreened for vision and hearing, please notify your school office.

MedicationsParents/Guardians- If you have a student who needs daily or as needed medications, please stop by your school office to complete the

necessary forms. All prescription medication must have a physician’s instructions and signature to be given at school. Prescription and overthe counter medications must be brought in their original containers. A list of Physician’s Standing Orders for some over the counter medications(e.g. Tylenol and Motrin) do not need your physician signature. For a list of these medications not needing a physician’s signature, please stop by yourschool office.

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Policy on BullyingBoard Policy states that bullying is a form of harassment. For the purposes of this policy, “bullying” is defined as: “The repeated intimidation of

others by the real or threatened infliction of physical, verbal, written, electronically transmitted, or emotional abuse, or through attacks on the propertyof another. It may include, but not be limited to, actions such as verbal taunts, name-calling and put-downs, including ethnically-based or gender-basedverbal put-downs, extortion of money or possessions, and exclusion from peer groups within school.” Such conduct is disruptive of the educationalprocess and, therefore, bullying is not acceptable behavior in this district, and is prohibited.

Students who engage in any act of bullying while at school, at any school function, in connection to or with any district-sponsored activity orevent, or while en route to or from school are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including suspension or expulsion. As may be required by law, lawenforcement officials shall be notified of bullying incidents.

The Superintendent shall develop administrative regulations and programs that will increase awareness of the problem of bullying, and trainteachers and other staff to effectively intervene if bullying is witnessed in their presence or brought to their attention. In designing administrativeregulations and anti-bullying programs or strategies, the Superintendent should consult with the greater school community, including students.

This policy shall not be interpreted to prohibit a reasoned and civil exchange of opinions or debate, that is protected by state or federal law.

Smoke-Free PolicyIn the interest of providing a safe and healthy environment for students, employees and visitors, and in accordance with the Michigan Clean

Indoor Act, P.A. 198 of 1986, SMOKING IS PROHIBITED in all school district facilities. Additionally, there will be no use of tobacco products ondistrict grounds anywhere or at anytime. The use of tobacco products by any persons in violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action. TheTobacco Free Schools law makes the violation of this policy a misdemeanor with a fine of $50.

Advisory to All Parents

Fremont Public Schools has adopted an Integrated Pest Management program. Inherent with this are the District’s efforts to reduce pesticide useas much as possible. While it may occasionally be necessary to apply a pesticide, these will only be used as a last resort. This program does not rely onroutine pesticide applications to resolve problems. We use various techniques such as habitat alteration, sanitation, mechanical means, exclusion, etc. toprevent pest from becoming a problem.

You will receive advanced notice of the application of a pesticide, other than a bait or gel formulation at your child’s school. This advance noticeof the application will be given 48 hours before the application. The law requires us to do this notification by using two methods. The first methodrequired by the law is the posting at entrances to your child’s school. The second method we are going to use is the posting in a common area located bythe main office of the school. Parents are also entitled to receive this notice by first-class United States mail postmarked at least three days before theapplication. If you would like to be notified by mail please contact the Operations Department at the following number (231) 924-7410. Please givethe Operations secretary your name, mailing address and what school your child attends.

In an emergency (for example, a bees nest), pesticides may be applied without prior notice, but you will be provided notice following any suchapplication.

You may review our IPM program or pesticide application records for your child’s school by calling or e-mailing the District’s Director ofOperations at phone number (231) 924-7410 or e-mail address: rergang@fremont.net. This number or e-mail may also be used when school is not inregular session.

- Ryan Ergang, Director of Operations

Please cut here and return the bottom portion if you wish to be notified of pesticide applications by mail.

PESTICIDE PRIOR NOTIFICATION NOTICE

School:

Parent/Guardian Name:

Student Name:

Address:

City: Zip Code:

Home Phone: Work Phone:

Please select the appropriate response: A. Yes, I/we only want to be notified whenever any scheduled major pesticide application is made such as turf, aerosol spray. B. Yes, I/we want to be notified even when an ant trap, small bait application or other least-toxic application is made.

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Policy on Drug-Free SchoolsIn accordance with Federal and State law, the Board of Education prohibits the use, possession, concealment, or distribution of drugs by students

on school grounds, in school or on school-approved vehicles, or at any school-related event. Drugs include any alcoholic beverage, anabolic steroid,dangerous controlled substance as defined by State statute, or substance that could be considered a “look-alike” controlled substance. Compliance withthis policy is mandatory for all students. Any student who violates this policy will be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with due process and asspecified in the student handbooks, up to and including expulsion from school. When required by State law, the District will also notify law enforcementofficials. The District is concerned about any student who is a victim of alcohol or drug abuse and will facilitate the process by which he/she receives helpthrough programs and services available in the community. Students and their parents should contact the school principal or counseling office wheneversuch help is needed.

Required ImmunizationsMichigan law requires that all students must be immunized against communicable diseases in order to attend school. The State of Michigan

Health Department and Newaygo County Health Department determines the requirements and exclusion date. Fremont students who are not up-to-date on their immunizations will be excluded from school. Rules are that DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis), DT and TD and Polio boosters arerequired after 4 years of age, NO MATTER the number of doses given before 4 years of age. Two MMR (measles, mumps & Rubella) vaccines arerequired, being at least one month apart. There are also 3 doses of Hepatitis B required. Effective 2002-03 school year Varicella (chickenpox) immunizationis required. Only 1 dose is required if received on or after the 1st birthday but prior to the student’s 13th birthday OR 2 doses are required one month apartif the child received their first dose after their 13th birthday. These diseases are very serious and life threatening. Keeping your child up-to-date with theirimmunizations helps to protect them. BE WISE, IMMUNIZE!

Family Educational Rights and Privacy ActThe Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 requires that school districts inform parents whenever information on a student is being

released by the school district unless the information being released can be defined as “directory” information. Directory information may be publishedby the school district in school yearbooks, school information sheets, school newspapers, school bulletins, school athletic programs or other materialsreleased to public sources. Fremont Public Schools has identified the following as directory information:

• Student’s name• Student’s address• Student’s phone listing

This information will, as a general rule, be released by the school district without prior written consent from the parent, guardian or adult student.The purpose of this notice is to inform parents in the school district of that information, which is considered directory information and to provide theparent, guardian or adult student the opportunity to object to the release of that information. If a parent, guardian or adult student objects to theinclusion of specific information, the Fremont Public Schools will honor the objection and will not release the information without written consent ofthe parent, guardian or adult student. For purposes of this notice, adult students are considered to be students who have reached the age of 18 and attendFremont Public Schools. If you wish to request that specific information about your student be withheld, please contact the principal of the student’sschool who will, in turn, notify the district administration office.

Rights Regarding Student RecordsAll parents and guardians of students under 18 years of age and all students 18 years of age or older have the right, pursuant to the Family

Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, to examine the Fremont Public Schools office records, files and data relating directly to the student. They alsohave the right to challenge any of the contents of said records to ensure their accuracy and fairness. The procedure for examining students’ records simplyinvolves a written or verbal requires to the principal of the school. The principal shall, within five school days, provide the parent, guardian or adultstudent with access to the records. Unusual circumstances allow the principal to issue a notice extending the response time to not more than tenadditional days. Should the parent, guardian or adult student wish to challenge the records, an appeal is made to the principal. If the principal decidesthat the material in question is accurate and fair, and the parent, guardian or adult student disagrees, the principal’s decision may be appealed to theSuperintendent’s office, and eventually to the Board of Education. If it is rejected, the individual must pursue his/her complaint with the Secretary of theMichigan Department of Education.

Destruction of Special Education RecordsPersonally identifiable special education records no longer needed for educational purposes will be destroyed after a student graduates from high

school or reaches age twenty-seven, whichever comes first. Special education records required under state and federal law will be maintained on filewithout time limits. The aforementioned does not prohibit the periodic cleaning of files of material that is no longer needed, or is not relevant to theeducational planning required under state and federal law; i.e., absence excuses, notes from parents, etc.

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AsbestosIn compliance with the Environmental Protection Agency’s Asbestos

Hazard Emergency Response Act, the Fremont Public School District isinforming all occupants and their guardians of asbestos-related activities forthe district’s buildings. Asbestos management plans for each building areavailable for review in the school’s administration office. The followingactivities are planned for the 2008-09 school year:

• all Fremont Public School buildings will receive a six-monthsurveillance in December and June

• maintenance of existing asbestos in district buildings will continueto be performed to ensure asbestos fiber release is contained to protecthuman health and the environment

• all asbestos abatement repair will be scheduled after regular schoolhours and performed and monitored by state accredited employeesin compliance with AHERA regulations.

Project FINDFinding Children Who Need Special Attention

All children need special attention while growing up. Some requiremore than others. Children grow and develop at different rates. Some mayrequire special services. For example:

If your preschool child (0-6)• is developing or learning more slowly than other children…• is three years old and does not talk or cannot be understood…• has a physical or other health problem…

If your school-age child (6-18)• has been retained more than once because of limited achievement…• is in the third grade and does not read or write…• has social or emotional problems that cannot be handled by the

child’s school…• is in middle school and is functioning below third grade level in

reading, writing and arithmetic skills…If your young adult (18-25)

• has dropped out of school or is in high school and…• cannot perform normal tasks…• reads or writes below third grade level…• has severe social or emotional problems…

...then your child or young adult may need free support services whichbegin with testing. Michigan law requires that special education programsand services be made available for persons, birth through 25 years of age,with mental, emotional, physical, health, hearing, vision, speech, language,developmental or learning problems. Services offered include: small classes,specially trained teachers, equipment and materials, and vocational planning.

If help or information is needed, call/write to the Director of SpecialEducation at (231) 652-3834.

Notice of Non-Discrimination and GrievanceProcedures for Titles II, VI, VII, IX, Section 504,

Age Act and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The Board of Education declares it to be the policy of this schooldistrict to provide an equal opportunity for all students, regardless of race,color, creed, age, disability, religion, gender, ancestry, national origin, placeof residence within the boundaries of the district, or social or economicbackground, to learn through the curriculum offered in this district. If anyperson believes that the Fremont Public Schools, or any part of the schoolorganization, has inadequately applied the principles and/or regulations of(1) Title II, VI or VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, (2) Title IX of theEducation Amendment Act of 1972, (3) Section 504 of the RehabilitationAct of 1973, (4) the Age Act, or (5) the Americans with Disability Act, he/she may bring forward a complaint, which shall be referred to as a grievance.

The person who believes he/she has a valid basis for grievance shalldiscuss the grievance informally on a verbal basis with the local coordinator(FPS Director of Financial Services) who shall in turn investigate the complaintand reply with an answer to the complainant. He/she may initiate formalprocedures according to the following steps:

Step 1: A written statement of the grievance signed by thecomplainant shall be submitted to the coordinator within five (5) businessdays of receipt of answers to the informal grievance and reply in writing tothe complainant within five (5) business days.

Step 2: If the complainant wishes to appeal the decision of the localcoordinator, he/she may submit a signed statement of appeal to theSuperintendent of Schools within five (5) business days after the coordinator’sresponse. The Superintendent shall meet with all parties involved, formulatea conclusion and respond in writing to the complainant within ten (10)business days.

Step 3: If the complainant remains dissatisfied, he/she may appealthrough a signed, written statement to the Board of Education within five(5) business days of receipt of the Superintendent’s response in Step 2. Inan attempt to resolve the grievance, the Board of Education shall meet withthe concerned parties and their representatives within forty (40) days of thereceipt of such an appeal. A copy of the Board’s disposition of the appealshall be sent to each concerned party within ten (10) business days.

Step 4: If, at this point, the grievance has not been satisfactorilysettled, further appeal may be made to the U.S. Department of Education,Office of Civil Rights, 600 Superior Avenue, Room 750, Cleveland OH44114.

Inquiries concerning nondiscriminatory policy may be directed toDirector, Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education, Washington,D.C. 20201. A copy of each of the acts and the regulations on which thisnotice is based, may be found in the Fremont Public School AdministrationOffice.

Pine Street: A Nut-Free EnvironmentWe have a number of students who have severe allergies to peanuts this year. As we have done more research on this subject, we have determined

that we need to make Pine Street Primary Center a nut-free environment. This means there will be some changes as to how we do business.We are requesting that parents do not bring any homemade treats. While this is a great treat for some of us, for others it can be life-

threatening. Even though there might not be peanuts in the treats, there is a great concern for cross-contamination. If you would like to offer a treatto the students in the classroom, please consider non-food treats or prizes. This also helps when we teach students good nutrition. All of our treatsdon’t have to be food.

Any food containing peanuts will not be served in our lunchroom. We are requesting that parents not send any food to school that contains nuts.This also means no peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. We recognize that this is a main food for many of our students, but it is life-threatening to severalof our students.

To maintain the safety of our students, FPS has done the following to help keep everyone safe:• Grouped all students who have peanut allergies into one room.• Changed our menu to a “peanut free” menu.• Required parents to send lunches and snacks that are peanut-free.• Prohibited homemade snacks.• Encouraged parents to send in non-food treats.• Instituted training for all staff who will be working with students.• Required all staff and students to wash hands immediately upon entering the building and after lunch.

Please help us by cooperating with our requests. We are doing what we can to keep everyone safe. If you have any questions or concerns youmay call Pine Street Primary Center Principal Nancy Sparks at (231) 924-3530.

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Pine StreetPrimary Center

Welcome to Pine Street Primary CenterThe time is quickly approaching when we will see all those eager

young faces entering school for the first time. The Pine Street PrimaryCenter staff is eagerly waiting that first day of school. Before that daycomes, though, you will be receiving information from your teacher regardinghome visits. This is one way we try to make the transition from home toschool go smoothly. This year, we are fortunate to have a Developmental Kindergartenprogram at Pine. We had the program in the past but due to budget cutswere not able to run it for a couple of years. Stephanie DeKuiper will beteaching the program. Stephanie taught at Pine Street before but was laidoff. We are very happy to have Stephanie back.

The other changes that have occurred over the summer are due tostaff retirements. Barb Gibson, special education teacher, retired and willbe replaced by Sonja Heinzman. We are very happy to have Sonja on staffand know she will make a great addition to Pine Street.

Sylvia DeKuiper also retired but will not be replaced at this time. Enrollment numbers are being closely monitored and additional staff willbe hired as needed. I hope all of you have had a great summer. We are looking forwardto all those eager young faces and committed parents. Stay safe and wewill see you on September 2!

- Nancy Sparks, Pine Street Primary Center Principal

As Summer Comes to an EndRetailers are signaling the end of summer vacation by displaying

school supplies and clothes alongside barbecue grills and swimming toys.Campgrounds and parks are filled with families attempting to capture theremaining precious moments of togetherness before the inherentresponsibilities of the school year coerce children into sharing their timeand attention with busy moms and dads.

The demands of a great education are many, as are the rewards.Soon, our young children will be working enthusiastically in attractivelydecorated classrooms learning interesting and appropriate lessons designedby caring and thoughtful teachers. They will travel through brightly lithallways among cheerful artwork and displays of their academicaccomplishments.

Their value as human beings will be reinforced by a staff thatcollectively expresses the dignity and respect inherent in each individual.By viewing challenges as opportunities, each child will begin to developher or his unique gifts. Personal traits such as responsibility and compassionfor others will begin to shape their character, as well as the character of ourcommunity for years to come.

Everyone in the Pathfinder family - bus drivers, custodians, foodservice, secretaries, teacher assistants and teachers and physical education,music and computer instructors - are each dedicated to making the 2008-2009 school year the best educational experience our students and theirfamilies have ever had.

As the principal, my job is to ensure that each person associatedwith Pathfinder Elementary has every opportunity to excel, whether it bein the classroom, lunchroom or on the playground. So, I hope that youwill join with me in working to the best of our abilities to educate ourchildren because, “together we shape the future.”

- Bob Cassiday, Pathfinder Principal

TEAMing Up For another Great YearFor the past two years, Fremont Middle School has received an ‘A’

grade from the Michigan Department of Education’s “Education Yes!”program, but we must continue our efforts to meet the increased academicdemands as outlined by both the State of Michigan and the Federal “NoChild Left Behind.” Pat Riley, one of the greatest NBA coaches of all timeand now president of Miami Heat, once noted, “Nurture your mind withgreat thoughts, for you will never go higher than you think.” As a group,let’s think greater thoughts about our school!

We have made a few changes for the 2008-2009 school year tomake sure that we have a safe and caring environment. First of all, schoolwill begin at 8:05 a.m., so there is not as much free time in the morning.Secondly, each grade level will have its own “rec” time (last year we had tohave two grades at the same time). When school ends at 3:00 p.m., thebusses will leave as soon as the middle school students have boarded. Again,this will cut down on the time when students can get into trouble! Inaddition, Mrs. Anderson, our counselor, will have more counseling hoursavailable during the school day. Finally, Mr. Haggart, the staff, and I arecommitted to addressing the bullying issue at the middle school.

As I enjoy the last few days of summer break, I am reading TheWinners Manual for the Game of Life by Coach Jim Tressel. Most of youknow I am an avid Ohio State football fan, yet this book is really aboutthe game of life. Coach Tressel refers to the TEAM concept (TogetherEveryone Achieves More) and to life goals – general thoughts, short-rangegoals and dreams and how you can plan to accomplish them. If you arecurious, you can download a personal copy at www.thewinnersmanual.com.As a FMS staff, we are committed to a TEAM concept and we continuallyset specific and measurable goals for our school in the form of our schoolimprovement plan. It’s not too early for our students to be setting goals,nor is it too late for us, as adults, to concentrate on hopes and goals for thefuture.

Please make an effort to attend your child’s orientation, as it makesthe first day of school easier if schedules and locker assignments have alreadybeen handed out. Sixth-grade orientation will be at 6:30 p.m. in the largegym on Monday, August 25. Seventh- and eighth-grade orientation willbe on Tuesday, August 26 at 6:30 p.m. (seventh-grade students will meetin the large gym and eighth-grade students will meet in the small gym).

If you have any questions, please contact me at (231) 924-8135 orMr. Haggart at (231) 924-8136. Again, let’s work together as a TEAM toensure this is a great year for your children.

-Carolyn Hummel, FMS Principal

Daisy BrookElementary

Ready to LearnIt does not seem possible that in a few short weeks we will be

starting school again. I hope that you have all had a safe and restful summer. Daisy Brook staffing has remained the same for the 2008-09 schoolyear with two exceptions. Jasey Heft will be moving up with her class tofifth grade and Vicki MacDougall, a long-time special education teacherfor FPS who retired at the end of last year, will be replaced by Terri Turan. Terri has also been a special education teacher for FPS for a number ofyears. We welcome Terri and look forward to a great year at Daisy Brook. Have a great rest of the summer and come back to school ready tolearn!

- Nancy Sparks, Daisy Brook School Principal

PathfinderElementary

Middle School

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Exciting Changes at FHSOur summer at the high school has been filled with exciting changes.

We have hired two new teachers: Mr. Pouch and Mr. Kober. Mr. Pouchwill be teaching social studies and physical education and Mr. Kober willbe teaching science. Both teachers came with outstanding credentials, andwe look forward to them making a positive impact at Fremont High School.

Our building has changed a bit too. Due to the ever increasingpopularity of Mr. Moon’s media classes, we have expanded his program.We have doubled the number of computers in his class and have taken outa wall to enlarge his room. These changes will help us expose even morestudents to this rapidly growing area of technology.

Another change will be to our media center. Through a grant,Mrs. Falkowski was able to implement a new E-Commerce class at FHSand establish its home base on the west side of the media center. Computersspecially designed for this class will be positioned in this area. This classwill help us further our business and communications career pathway.

We are extremely excited to inform you that we are adding a “21st

Century Room.” This room will be dramatically different than traditionalclassrooms. It will be wired for internet broadcasting in order to access andexchange information with classrooms around the world. Secondly, it willcontain “internet boards” (to immediately distribute materials to studentswho may be absent or satellite classes around the world). Next, the classroomwill utilize the idea of triangular instruction, which puts the learner nomore than 10 feet from instruction at all times. Finally, the new classroomwill utilize many other low tech items, such as cluster boards, which allowstudents to demonstrate their learning immediately. All of the items in thesmart room are based on extensive educational research conducted at someof the most prestigious universities in the nation. Unfortunately, this sampleroom is the only room we can outfit with this technology due to size,wiring, and computer hardware, but we are anxious to utilize it to itsmaximum potential.

The building also underwent some safety changes over the summer.We added some barriers to the east side of the building in order to encloseour dumpsters. We also added some fencing to protect some electricalboxes. Finally, we added a key fob system to limit access through the non-public entrances and exits.

We hope that all of our students had a wonderful summer and welook forward to seeing you on September 2 (for freshmen – we hope to seeyou at FRESHMEN ORIENTATION, which will be held on August 26at 7:00 p.m.).

- Scott Sherman, FHS Principal

Immersed

Twenty students from Fremont High School, along with Mr.Vissia, Mrs. Wenk, and Mr. Herlein, traveled to Mexico the week afterschool let out. The group consisted of students who had completed atleast Spanish II and were looking for an opportunity to be immersed inSpanish culture and language.

The group traveled to Mexico City, Merida, and Isla Mujeres fornine days. They were able to climb both Aztec and Mayan pyramids, aswell as go to the National Palace, the Anthropological Museum and ChichenItza. The group also had a chance to snorkel in the Gulf of Mexico!

Another Spanish-immersion trip is planned for the summer of2010. Students on this trip will be able to experience Spanish culture andlanguage in Spain.

2008September 4 Picture DaySeptember 30 Parent-Teacher Conferences 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.October 2 Parent-Teacher Conferences 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.October 9 Picture Make-Up/Retake Day 2009January 12 Parent-Teacher Conferences 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.January 14 Parent-Teacher Conferences 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.March 30 Parent-Teacher Conferences 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.April 1 Parent-Teacher Conferences 3:30 – 6:30 p.m.May 22 Seniors Last Day of SchoolMay 28 Mandatory Graduation Practice 11:30 a.m.May 31 FHS Class of 2009 Graduation 2:00 p.m.

FHS Dates to Remember

Fremont High School

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Welcome Back!

On behalf of the staff at Quest Educational Programs and Family& Community Resources, we welcome you back to another school year.

We have been busy over the summer. Quest served 35 credit recoverystudents, helping them to recover 27.5 credits.

Packers’ Pride Child Care and our Kids University Summer Campwere both busy providing a safe and caring environment for children overthe summer and keeping the learning process going throughout the summermonths.

We look forward to serving your family, whether it is through QuestHigh School, Quest Adult Education, Packers’ Pride Child Care or theAfter School Programs. Have a great 2008-2009 school year!

- Tracy Sanchez, Quest Educational Programs Director

Packers’ Pride Child CareAnother Beginning

It’s hard to believe that it is already mid-August! We have beenbusy planning our 2008-2009 pre-school year (pre-school is includedfor children ages 2-weeks to 6-years-old enrolled in full- or part-timechildcare). In addition, Packer Pride Child Care offers morning andafternoon pre-school sessions for children ages three- to six-years-old.

This year, we will concentrate on calendar events, colors/shapes,numbers/alphabet, and pre-reading. We will also focus on health and fitness,as well as social and emotional well being. A large part of this curriculum isfield trips and guest speakers. We will be visiting a pumpkin patch, goingChristmas caroling and visiting John Ball Zoo (just to mention a few).

Plans are also underway for a Kindergarten After-School Program.Health and fitness follows through to the end of the children’s day with anutritious snack followed by an introduction to some of the activitieschildren can enroll in through Fremont Community Education. The ASP-K is not limited to physical activities, though. Also included is time forpleasure reading, social games and activities, as well as craft, cooking andscience projects.

Looking back on a few of the summer session events at Packers’Pride Child Care Center sets the stage for what’s to come. The childrenand care givers began by planting a garden of pumpkins and sunflowers.They have enjoyed planting the seeds, as well as watering and tending tothe plants. We also packed up our wagon with a picnic lunch and set outfor the petting zoo at the library during the National Baby Food Festival.The kids really liked seeing all the different animals and even held a “realrat!”

Beach Day was probably the favorite of the summer as ABC’s and123’s were set aside for playing in sand and water all day (what the childrendidn’t know was that they were weighing and measuring (math) and writingin the sand (kindergarten readiness). Pre-school is so much fun!

Anyone interested may visit Packers’ Pride Childcare Center atthe Fremont Community Education Building. You may also call Allisonfor more information at (231) 924-7435 or at (231) 924-3940. Also,please feel free to visit us on the internet at www.fremont.net , undercommunity school.

Homeless Youth Support

Who is homeless?The term “homeless children and youth:”

(A) Individuals who lack a fixed, regular and adequate nighttimeresidence…; and

(B) Includes -(C) (i) children who are sharing the housing of other persons due to loss

of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason; are living in amotel, or camping ground due to lack of alternativeaccommodations.(ii) children who have a primary nighttime residence that is a publicor private place not designed for or ordinarily used as regular sleepingaccommodations.(iii) children and youths who are living in cars, parks, public spaces,abandoned building or similar setting.

F.C.E. Homeless Youth support can help make sure your child isenrolled in school if you are missing enrollment documentation such as:Birth certificate, immunization and/or residency verification. We can alsomake sure the student receive free breakfast and lunch while they are atschool and help your family find resources to help you through your currentsituation. For more information, please call (231) 924-0470.

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Packers’ Pride Child Care(License #DC620083124)

Monday – Friday / 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Full-Time and Part-Time Openings AvailableDrop-Ins accepted based on space & staffing.

Activities Include:• Tot Spot (Story Time/Music & Movement)• Outside or Gym Activities• Cooking Projects• Arts & Crafts• Pre-School Classes Included in Tuition• Much, Much More

Pre-School ClassesMorning & Afternoon Sessions

• Age Appropriate Math, Science & Language Arts• Social Time• Kindergarten Readiness• Nutrition & Physical Activity• Much, Much More

For more information or to enroll, please call (231) 924-7435.

Now Enrolling

After School Programs (ASP)

Kindergarten ASPLocation: Packer Pride Child Care

Monday-Friday / After School until 6:00 p.m.Fees: $125/semester; $10/week; $3/day*

First – Fifth Grade ASPLocation: Pathfinder Elementary

Monday-Friday / After School until 6:00 p.m.Fees: $125/semester; $10/week; $3/day*

Half-day & early-release care available for additional fee

Middle School ASPLocation: Fremont Community Education Building

Monday-Friday / After School until 6:00 p.m.Fees: $40/semester; $5/week; $2/day

Half-day & early-release fees based on activity

High School ASPWatch for more details on the FPS After School Tutoring program!

Call (231) 924-0470 for more information

*Reduced rates for free and reduced lunch students.*FIA Payments accepted.

ASP programs made possible through a grant from the Fremont AreaCommunity Foundation

Adult & Bilingual Education

Adult and Bilingual Education is designed to meet the needs of theadult student. We encourage you to get involved in continuing youreducation today! It is our hope that you will use this opportunity to exploreand develop your individual potentials. We recognize the courage it takesfor you to come back to school. We salute you for this! We now encourageyou to make a personal commitment to see it through. At times you willfind the going tough, but the end result is well worth it.

Admission to Quest Adult & Bi-lingual Education is based on thestudent’s desire to attend. Acceptance into the program is based on thefollowing criteria:

• Students must be 20 years of age by September 1st

• Availability of space in the program• Completion of enrollment process

ESL-English as a Second Language - Designed for people whose nativelanguage is not English. Available for all English levels. Previous schoolingis not necessary. ESL classes cover a wide range of topics such asconversation, grammar, life skills, and civics.Citizenship Preparation courses are also provided. Cost: Free

ABE-Adult Basic Education - ABE classes are offered for students whosemath and reading skills are below an eighth-grade reading level, as determinedby a recognized standardized test. These skills help prepare students forenrollment in the high school completion program. Cost: Free to studentswithout a H.S. Diploma

GED-GED Preparation - The GED test battery consists of five subtests:Writing Skills, Social Studies, Science, Literature and Arts, andMathematics. This program will assist you in finding the areas that youneed to study to enable successful completion of a GED test. There is nocharge for testing fees for students who enroll in our GED Preparationcourses during open enrollment periods. Cost: Free

HSC-High School Completion - We offer a variety of courses in allacademic areas for successful completion of your diploma. Classes areindependent study and are personalized so that you may work at your ownpace. Learning styles range from computer-based learning, hands-on projectsand the traditional textbook approach. Cost: Free

*Upon successful completion of graduation requirement, HSC and GEDstudents are invited to participate in the Quest Educational Programsgraduation ceremonies held each spring.

Class ScheduleESL classes begin August 18, 2008

ABE/GED/HSC classes start September 2, 2008

Classes are held in the Fremont Community Education Building, 350W. Cedar, Fremont, MI 49412.

Call today to sign up and reserve your spot: (231) 924-0470.Registration for the fall semester closes September 24, 2008.

Credit Recovery/Remediation Courses

Quest offers credit recovery courses to all high school students (ages 16and older) to make up credits for high school. Approval to attend theseclasses needs to come from the high school the student is currentlyattending.

Remediation courses are also available to all community members ages16 and older. These courses aim to improve math and reading skills.Cost: $125/60-hour course

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Quest High School A student-centered environment focused on your success!

Now accepting applications!

• Flag Football

• Boy’s Basketball

• Girl’s Volleyball

• Co-ed Softball

• High School Curriculum aligned to state

benchmarks

• Career Pathway program to help

determine a direction to your future

• Credit Recovery

• Personal academic advisor for every

student

• Small class sizes

• Family environment

For more information call (231) 924-0470 or check our website www.fremont.net

Athletics

Academics

Personal attention

FREMONT COMMUNITY EDUCATION RECREATION LEAGUE – FALL 2008

Kinder soccer recreation Soccer

Class Number Grade Level League

8010 Pre-K, DK, K* Kinder Soccer

8011 K -1 Rec. League

8012 2-3 Rec. League

8013 4-6 Rec. League

* Minimum age 5 by Dec. 1, 2008 Those in regular Kindergarten may choose Kinder Soccer or Recreation League

Kinder $20, Recreation $35 Includes a T-shirt. All who sign up by Aug 15 are guaranteed a spot. Late signups (if room) add $2.

KINDER SOCCER for those in Pre-K, DK & Kindergarten who will be age 5 by Dec. 1, 2008. Kinder Soccer is operated just 1 day a week; you choose 8010A Tuesday or 8010B Thursday, 6:00-6:45 p.m., 4 weeks Sept. 9-Oct. 2. Kinder Soccer is age appropriate & uses lots of fun activities/mini games, cones, 3-on-3 small sided fields to develop ball handling skills. Held at the Community Ed. field, kids have the option of riding the bus over to be monitored by the After School Program for a nominal fee. Pre-K & DK must choose Kinder Soccer. Kids in K may play Kinder or Rec. WANTED: parent volunteers (soccer experience not mandatory) to assist our Kinder Soccer Director. Call 924-3750 to volunteer!

REC LEAGUE Co-ed, held in the following locations: K-1 at Path, 2-3 and 4-6 at Pine. 1 one-hour practice/week + 5 Saturday morning games: Sept. 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4 & 11, 2008. Practice starts after Labor Day (week of Sept. 1). Sorry, you cannot choose a practice day unless you volunteer to coach or assist. Rainouts are not made up. Fall teams stay together & play again in the spring for those who signup again (same shirt).

Signups taken until FRIDAY, AUG. 15, 4 PM or full (whichever comes first) Volunteer Coaches & Asst. Coaches are needed at all levels.

Register ON-LINE at https://communityed.fremont.net

TIPS: at “New User Registration”, enter PARENT info. first, then add family members. Make sure grade is updated. Put shirt size in “NOTE” line along with any special request.

SHIRT SIZES: TODDLER: 2T, 3T, 4T YOUTH: YS (6-8), YM (10-12), YL (14-16) ADULT: AS, AM, AL, AXL Youth Small runs small. If cold, turtleneck needs to be worn under shirt so if in doubt, go up a size!!! Sample shirt sizes are displayed in office.

SPECIAL REQUESTS: Students may request to be on a team together for an additional fee of $2.50 per student. Both students must select each other and be in the same level. Youth placed on a team in the fall may not switch teams in spring. No refunds for failure to follow procedure.

SIBLINGS/COACHES: There is NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE for siblings to choose to be together or two coaches to be together. However, siblings and coaches’ children may not choose any other player for ride purposes. A maximum of two coaches per team. No requests for coaches.

REFUND POLICY: Cancellations made prior to child being placed on a team will be given a full refund less a $5 administrative fee. Cancellations made after child has been placed on a team cannot be given a refund. Exception: cancellations made for injury or illness, when doctor’s statement is submitted within 1 week of illness or injury, will be given a prorated refund based on amount of participation, less T-shirt fee & administrative fee.

FREMONT COMMUNITY ED. RECREATION & ENRICHMENT 350 W. Cedar, Fremont, MI 49412 Ph. 231-924-3750 FAX 231-924-9334

SCHOLARSHIP FUND for Fmt. Pub. Sch. youth qualified for

Free lunch: Take 50% OFF Reduced lunch: Take 25% OFF

Made possible by grants from The Fremont Area Community

Foundation

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Food Service News

The food service staff will continue to serve the students of Fremont Public Schools with a variety of quality foods throughout this school year.Breakfast and lunch will be offered beginning Tuesday, September 2.

On scheduled half days, breakfast will be served, but there will be no lunch. On weather delayed days, breakfast will not be served, but lunch willbe available.

Deposits, Histories & Lunch Applications On-Line

In April 2006, the food service department upgraded their point of sale cash register system to Meal Magic out of Grand Haven, Michigan. Thisnew system will allow parents to access their child’s accounts, view histories, make credit card deposits and apply for free or reduced luncheson-line with a secure internet connection. If you have computer/software problems with either of these services please call Phil Okerlund at MealMagic Corporation at (877) 383-3100 - Select #2 and then #2.

In order to deposit money on-line, parents must set up an account and password. Please go to www.LunchDeposit.com and click on the sign-up link. Once your information has been verified, you will receive an e-mail with a password and instructions to use the system. All deposits will beplaced into your child’s account within 15 minutes. You may make deposits for more than one child using only one transaction. There is a minimumdeposit of $20 and a six percent service fee for all deposits made on-line. A Bonus Amount of six percent will be deposited into your child’s accountfor any deposits of $100 or more (per child), which would offset the on-line service fee.

Apply for Free and Reduced meals on-line by going to www.LunchApp.com. Select Fremont Public Schools and answer the questions. Whenusing this site, you will no longer need to send in the paper application and, in most cases, your approval will be completed in one business day or less.Documentation of your income may still be requested during the verification period.

Computerized Pre-Paid Breakfasts & LunchesHow Does It Work?

Students who were eligible for free and reduced priced meals last May will automatically qualify for the same meal program until September 30.By that time, a new application, included in this newsletter, available at all schools, and on-line at www.LunchApp.com, must be filled out and approved.All students should be listed on one family application. If a new application is not filled out and approved, students will be charged full price as ofWednesday, October 1.

Fremont Public Schools Food Service Department operates with computerized cash registers in all schools. This computer system operates onthe same database as the school student files and therefore names, addresses, grades, etc. will be accurate per the school office.

Lunch balances, whether positive or negative, will also be carried forward to the next grade and school. Students starting the school year with aNEGATIVE balance of $8.00 or more from the previous school year will be denied lunch or breakfast until that debt has been paid. “Overdue” slipswere sent home several times at the end of the school year to let you know your child’s balance.

If you would like to know your child’s balance, you may call (231) 924-8160. Pink “overdue” slips will be sent out to all elementary parents onThursdays during the school year to keep you informed of your child’s balance. Please watch for these slips in your elementary student’s school bag.Middle and high school students will be verbally reminded when their balance is low or overdrawn.

The computerized cash registers operate on a “pre-payment debit” system not a “charging” system. Students/parents should deposit a lump suminto their account to purchase breakfasts, lunches or ala carte items. To promote a larger prepayment amount, the Food Service Department will offerparents a “Six Percent Bonus” for any deposits of $100 or more per student. This bonus amount will be added directly into your child’s account. On-line credit card deposits can now be made at www.LunchDeposit.com.

All money for student meals must be sent in an envelope with the student’s name, ID number and amount on the outside so the cashier cancorrectly deposit it. Family deposits can be made as long as it is clear how much is to be deposited for each child. Checks are recommended, but for cashdeposits, the envelope acts as a receipt. Lunch envelopes are available in each school office, cafeteria and in many classrooms.

As a courtesy to parents and students, the students may be allowed, with the permission of the cashier, to charge occasionally, but repayment isexpected the next day. After $8.00 in charges, the elementary students will be denied breakfast or lunch but will be offered a peanut butter sandwich andmilk to give them something to eat on that day. A maximum of three peanut butter sandwiches will be offered to students with a negative balance. Afterthree days, the student will be denied all food until the debt has been paid. Parents can make payment arrangement for extenuating circumstance bycontacting the food service cashier at their child’s building.

Detailed student meal histories are available through the computer system and on line by setting up an account at www.LunchDep.com. Parentsand students are expected to keep track of their student balances or call the food service cashier in your child’s building if you are unsure of the currentbalance. Elementary students with a negative balance of $1.00 or more will receive a pink “overdue slip” each Thursday to take home. This slip explainsthe procedure in place for handling negative accounts and lists all building cashier’s phone numbers.

If you have any questions regarding the food service program, please contact Denise McDaniel, director of food services at (231) 924-8160.

Food Service Job Openings

Any parents, grandparents or friends interested in helping out in the lunch room during serving times as a paid substitute, please contact DeniseMcDaniel, director of food services, at (231) 924-8160.

These jobs will normally be two to three hours per day between the hours of 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The rate of pay is $7.15 per hour.

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2007-08 Food PricesDue to increased food and labor costs there has been an increase this year.

Breakfast - All Schools $1.25Milk – All Schools $ .40Elementary Lunch (K-5) $1.75Secondary Lunch (6-12) $2.00

Daily Lunch Options

Most parents have no idea what food options their child may have during lunchtime at Fremont Public Schools. Unless a parent has visited thelunchroom, it is difficult to realize the variety of foods offered to your child each day.

If you have an elementary student, you may see a menu come home each month with the main entrees, a vegetable and assorted fruits listed.However, this is not all that is offered to them.

If you have a middle or high school student, you probably have never seen a menu. Oh yes, they do have menus posted several places in theschools and extra menus are available in the office or from the kitchen to take home. The menus are also posted on the school’s Internet web page everyday (www.fremont.net).

The following is a summary of what your child is offered each day…

GRADES K-5 – PINE STREET PRIMARY, PATHFINDER, & DAISY BROOK SCHOOLSThese schools follow the basic elementary menu for the three main entrée choices each day for $1.75. However, along with the listed menu

items, students are offered two vegetable choices, four to five fruit choices, extra chocolate or white milk. Desserts or extra items are offered once a week.The elementary menu is also published in the Times Indicator.

GRADES 6-8 – FREMONT MIDDLE SCHOOLThe Food Service Department offers your middle school child at least four choices for a nutritious balanced school lunch each day…

“MAIN STREET” – Regular Lunch Line for $2.00 – Meal includes choice of pizza, sandwiches or one other main item each day. Students also have achoice of French fries, vegetables, lettuce salad, fruit, additional bread, milk and sometimes dessert. Pre-payment is required for this line. Deposits of$100 or more qualify for a six percent bonus added to the student’s account.

“SIDE STREET” – Food Bar (Monday & Friday) for $2.00 – This line will offer a regular food bar lunch at least twice a week such as a sub or sandwichbar, walking tacos or meat and cheese nachos. Students will also have the choice of vegetables, fruits, bread, milk and sometimes dessert. Pre-paymentinto a student’s account is required for this line.

“SIDE STREET” - Fast Food (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) – All items are individually priced. This line will offer Spanky’s pizza and breadstickson Tuesdays, Subway Subs on Wednesdays and Pizza Hut pizza and breadsticks on Thursdays. Pre-payment into a student’s account is required for thisline.

“THE ALLEY” – Ala Carte Line - All items are individually priced. We have two ala carte lines offered daily with a limited number of main items servedeach day. Hot items include pizza sticks, egg rolls, cheese pretzels, Bosco Cheese Bread Sticks, chicken strips and popcorn shrimp. Cookies, stringcheese, chips, Twix, yogurt, dill pickles, various drinks and some ice cream products are offered daily. This line is “cash only.” Students cannot use theirstudent accounts for this line.

GRADES 9-12 – HIGH SCHOOLHigh School students have numerous choices each day…

“POWERLINE” – Regular Lunch Line for $2.00 – Price includes choice of pizza, sandwiches and one or two additional items each day. Students alsohave the choice of French fries, vegetables, lettuce salad, fruit, additional bread, milk and sometimes dessert. Pre-payment of lunch money is encouragedand helps speed up service for this line. Deposits of $100 or more qualify for a six percent bonus added to the student’s account.

“CIRCUIT BREAKER” – Fast Food Line (Individual Pricing) – Hamburgers, chicken strips, egg rolls, pizza, chips and cheese, fries, chips, yogurt, avariety of drinks and other snacks are offered. Mancino’s subs/pizza are offered on Mondays, Spanky’s pizza and breadsticks on Tuesdays, Subway subson Wednesdays, Pizza Hut pizza and breadsticks on Thursdays and Hungry Howies’ pizza and breadsticks on Fridays. All items are individually pricedand students can use money from their account or pay cash.

“SNACK ATTACK” – Ala Carte Line (All Items Individually Priced) - Pizza sticks, mozzarella cheese sticks, pretzels, chicken fries, Bosco cheesebreadsticks, onion rings, fries, ice cream items, chips, drinks and other snack items are offered. Students using this line can use money from their accountor pay cash.

PARENTS PLEASE NOTE: If you want to ensure your child is spending his/her allotted money on a “balanced lunch” and not on ala carte items, it ishighly recommended that you prepay for lunches and indicate on your check or write a note stating you preference. This will code the computer withyour wishes and prevent your child from spending his/her lunch money on other items of less nutritional value. Deposits of $100 or more qualify for asix percent bonus added to the child’s account.

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Your children may qualify for free or reduced price meals if your household income falls within the limits on the following chart.

Sincerely,Denise McDaniel, Food Service Director - (231) 924-8160

Dear Parent/Guardian:

Children need healthy meals to learn. Fremont Public Schools offers healthy meals every school day. Students may buy elementary lunch for $1.75,middle school and high school lunch for $2.00 and breakfast for $1.25 at all schools. Your children may qualify for free meals or for reduced price meals.We sell reduced price lunches for $.40 and breakfasts for $.30.

1. Do I need to fill out an application for each child? No. Complete one Free and Reduced School Meals Family Application for all students in yourhousehold. We cannot approve an application that is not complete, so be sure to fill out all the required information. Return the completedapplication to: Denise McDaniel, Fremont Middle School, (231) 924-8160 or apply on line at www.LunchApp.com.

2. Who can get free meals? Children in households getting Food Stamps, FIP or FDPIR and most foster children can get free meals regardless of yourincome. Also, your children can get free meals if your household income is within the free limits on the Federal Income Guidelines shownon this application.

3. Can homeless, runaway and migrant children get free meals? Please call Tracy Sanchez, the homeless and migrant liaison, at (231) 924-0470 to seeif your child(ren) qualifies - If you have not already received a letter informing you that they are eligible for free meals.

4. Who can get reduced meals? Your children can get low-cost meals if your household income is within the reduced price limits on the FederalIncome Chart shown on this application.

5. Should I fill out an application if I received a letter saying my children are approved for free or reduced price meals? Please read the letter carefullyand follow the instructions. Call the school at (231) 924-8160 if you have questions.

6. I receive WIC. Can my child(ren) get free meals? Children in households participating in WIC may be eligible for free or reduced price meals.Please fill out an application.

7. Will the information I give be checked? Yes. We may ask you to send written proof of income.

8. If I don’t qualify now, may I apply later? Yes. You may apply at any time during the school year if your household size goes up, income goes downor if you start getting Food Stamps, FIP, FDPIR or other benefits. If you lose your job, your children may also be able to get free or reduced pricemeals.

9. What if I disagree with the school’s decision about my application? You should talk to school officials. You also may ask for a hearing by callingor writing to: Bing Hanson-Lake, 220 W. Pine Street, Fremont, MI 49412 (231-924-2350).

10. May I apply if someone in my household is not a US citizen? Yes you can. You or your child(ren) do not have to be a U.S. citizen to qualify forfree or reduced price meals.

11. Who should I include in as members of my household? You must include all the people currently living in your household, related or not suchas grandparents, other relative, stepchildren or friends. You must include yourself and all the children who live with you and any income earnedby these people.

12. What if my income is not always the same? List the amount that you normally get. For example, if you normally get $1,000 each month, butyou missed some work last month and only got $900, put down that you get $1,000 per month. If you normally get overtime, include it, butdo not include it if it is occasional.

13. We are in the military. Do we include our housing allowance as income? If your housing is part of the Military Privatization Initiative, do notinclude your housing allowance as income. All other allowances must be included in your gross income.

Letter to Parents Regarding Free & Reduced Meals

2008-09 GROSS INCOME CHART

Total Family Size Annual Monthly Twice per Month

Every Two Weeks

Weekly

1 19,240 1,604 802 740 370 2 25,900 2,159 1,080 997 499 3 32,560 2,714 1,357 1,253 627 4 39,220 3,269 1,635 1,509 755 5 45,880 3,824 1,912 1,765 883 6 52,540 4,379 2,190 2,021 1,011 7 59,200 4,934 2,467 2,277 1,139 8 65,860 5,489 2,745 2,534 1,267

Each additional Person: 6,660* 555* 278* 257* 129*

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DEAR PARENT OR GUARDIAN: August 2008

Fremont Public Schools serves meals every school day. Students may buy lunch for $2.00 Secondary, $1.75 Elementary, Breakfast for $1.25 and milk for 40 cents. If a doctor has determined that your child has a disability that would prevent the child from eating the regular school meal, the school will make any substitution prescribed by a doctor at no extra charge. For further information call Denise McDaniel at (231) 924-8160. The doctor’s statement including prescribed diet and/or substitutions must be submitted to the Food Service Department at your school. Students may be able to get meals free or at a reduced price. If you now get Food Stamps or Family Independence Program (FIP) for your child, that child can receive free meals. If your total household income is the same or less than the amounts on the income chart (below), please apply for reduced price or free meals. A foster child may receive free or reduced price meals even if your income is higher than that on the chart. Reduced price lunches are .40 cents and breakfasts are .30 cents. FOR YOUR CHILD TO RECEIVE FREE OR REDUCED PRICE MEALS, YOU MUST COMPLETE THE APPLICATION ON THE REVERSE SIDE & RETURN IT TO THE SCHOOL. WE CANNOT APPROVE AN APPLICATION THAT IS INCOMPLETE.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INCOME CHART BELOW FOOD STAMP/FIP HOUSEHOLDS: Write the child’s name, the food stamp or FIP case number for that child and the

signature of an adult household member on the application. FOSTER CHILD: Write the foster child’s name, his/her personal income and the signature of an adult on the application. ALL OTHER HOUSEHOLDS: The application must have all the children’s names and the names of all household members.

List the amount of income each person received last month with the source of each person’s income (example: pay, social security, etc.). The signature and the social security number of the person completing the application must be included (or the word “none” if that adult does not have a social security number).

REAPPLY: You may reapply for meal benefits at any time during the school year. If you lose your job, if your income decreases, if your family size increases, if you begin food stamps or FIP, fill out an application at that time.

PROOF OF INCOME: The school may request verification of your household income or proof of food stamp or FIP information at any time during the school year.

2008-09 GROSS INCOME CHART

Total Family Size Annual Monthly Twice per Month

Every Two Weeks

Weekly

1 19,240 1,604 802 740 370 2 25,900 2,159 1,080 997 499 3 32,560 2,714 1,357 1,253 627 4 39,220 3,269 1,635 1,509 755 5 45,880 3,824 1,912 1,765 883 6 52,540 4,379 2,190 2,021 1,011 7 59,200 4,934 2,467 2,277 1,139 8 65,860 5,489 2,745 2,534 1,267

Each additional Person: 6,660* 555* 278* 257* 129* YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN YOUR APPLICATION IS APPROVED OR DENIED.

Part 7- Child’s Racial/Ethnic Identity (optional) Check one or more racial identities: Check one ethnic identity: _____American Indian or Alaskan Native _____Asian _____Hispanic or Latino _____Black or African American _____White _____Neither Hispanic or Latino _____Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander _____Other

Privacy Act Information: Social Security Number & Shared Information The Richard B. Russel National Lunch Act requires the information on this application. You do not have to give the information, but if you do not, we cannot approve your child for free or reduced price meals. The Social Security Number of the adult household member who signs the application is required unless you list a Food Stamp or FIP/FDPIR case number for your child, OR if you are applying for a foster child. You must check the “I do not have a SSN” box if the adult household member signing the application does not have a Social Security Number. We will use your information to see if your child is eligible for free or reduced price meals and for administration and enforcement. We MAY share your eligibility information with education, health, and nutrition programs to help them evaluate, fund, or determine benefits for their programs, auditors for program review, and law enforcement officials to help them look for violations of program rules. These facts must be told to the household member whose Social Security Number is given. Any other use of the SSN must be specified here. Non-discrimination Statement: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410 or call 202-720-5964 (Voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

VERIFICATION-FOR SCHOOL USE ONLY Date Selected for Verification___________________________ Response Due from Household_________________________ Second Notice Sent_______________

SAMPLE SELECTION: ___________100% __________Focused __________Random __________Other___________________

FOOD STAMP/FIP ELIGIBILITY: ___Not Confirmed Confirmed: ___Food Stamp Office ___Notice of Eligibility ___ATP Card Issued monthly

INCOME: $________ ___Monthly ___Yearly ___Wage Stubs ___Written Documents ___Collateral Contact ___Agency Records ___Other______________________

VERIFICATION RESULT: ___Free to Reduced ___Free to Paid ___Reduced to Free ___Reduced to Paid ___No Change

Application Instructions: Your children may qualify for free or reduced price meals if your household income falls within the limits on this chart.

2008 - 2009 Food Prices*

Due to increased food and labor costs there has been an increase this year.

Breakfast – all schools - $1.25 Milk – all schools - $.40Elementary lunch (K-5) - $1.75 Secondary lunch (6-12) - $2.00

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Questions?? Call Denise McDaniel, Director of Food Services, at (231) 924-8160

FREMONT PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2008 - 2009

FREE AND REDUCED PRICE SCHOOL MEALS FAMILY APPLICATION

Part 1- FOSTER CHILD ___ Yes ___ No FOSTER HOME LICENSE NUMBER:_____________________

Foster Children – In most cases foster children are eligible for free meals regardless of your household income. These children are considered to be a household of one.

A. The welfare agency or court is legally responsible for the child and the foster home is, in fact, an extension of the welfare agency or court.

B. The child is a resident of a licensed “Group Foster” home or a residential institution. C. Other (described): ___________________________________________________________________________________

Only the foster child’s spending money is counted as income on this application. Do not include money from occasional or part-time jobs like paper routes or babysitting. If you have questions, please contact the school. SPENDING MONEY PER MONTH: $_______________ Part 2- HOMELESS ___ MIGRANT ___ RUNAWAY ___ Part 3- CHILDREN IN SCHOOL (Use a separate application for each foster child)

STUDENT’S NAMES

SCHOOL NAME

GRADE

Does your child receive Food Stamps/FIP/FDPIR

If “YES,” you must list a case number (Not a Medicaid or Bridge Card Number)

NO____ YES_________________________ NO____ YES_________________________ NO____ YES_________________________ NO____ YES_________________________ NO____ YES_________________________

If you listed a Food stamp/FIP/FDPIR case number for EACH child, skip to Part 5

Part 4- TOTAL HOUSEHOLD GROSS INCOME—YOU MUST TELL US HOW MUCH AND HOW OFTEN RECEIVED. Gross Income- Example: $100/Month, $100/Twice a month, $100/Every 2 weeks, $100/Week

B. GROSS INCOME & HOW OFTEN RECEIVED A. NAME (List everyone in household)

Earnings from work before deductions

Welfare, child support, alimony

Pensions, retirement,

Social Security

All other income

Check if NO

income Example: JANE SMITH $ 200/wk $ 150/biwk $ 100/mo $ ___________/_____ ____ NO

2. $ __________/____ $ ________/____ $ ________/____ $ ___________/_____ ____ NO

3. $ __________/____ $ ________/____ $ ________/____ $ ___________/_____ ____ NO

4. $ __________/____ $ ________/____ $ ________/____ $ ___________/_____ ____ NO

5. $ __________/____ $ ________/____ $ ________/____ $ ___________/_____ ____ NO

6. $ __________/____ $ ________/____ $ ________/____ $ ___________/_____ ____ NO

7. $ __________/____ $ ________/____ $ ________/____ $ ___________/_____ ____ NO

Total Income $ __________/____ $ ________/____ $ ________/____ $ ___________/_____

Part 5- SIGNATURE AND SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: I certify that all of the above information is true and correct, and that all income is reported. I understand that this information is being given for the receipt of federal funds, that school officials may verify the information on the application, and that deliberate misrepresentation of the information may subject me to prosecution under applicable state and federal laws. The social security number is required. X_____________________________________________ _____________________ ________________ (Signature of adult household member) (Adult SSN, if none, write “none”) Date

Print Name _____________________________ Home Phone # ( )_____________ Work Phone # ( )_____________

Street/Apt. No. __________________________________ City/State/Zip ___________________ County _______________

DO NOT FILL OUT THIS PART. THIS IS FOR SCHOOL USE ONLY. Annual Income Conversion: Weekly x 52, Every 2 Weeks x 26, Twice a month x 24, Monthly x 12

Household Size: ____ Total Gross Income: $ ______ Week ____; Every 2 Weeks ____; Twice a Month ____; Month ____; Annual ____ Foster Child: ____ Categorical Eligibility: ____ Eligibility: Free____ Reduced ____ Denied ____ Temporary Free ____ Time Period: ______ (expires after ____days) Reason for Denial: ___Income too High ___Incomplete Application ___Other (specify) ____________________ Determining Official’s Signature: ______________________________ Date:___________ Date Withdrawn: ___________

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fall RECREATION & ENRICHMENT classes 50+ CLASSES

4001A Water Exercise M/W/F 8:30-9:15 PM 8/18-10/10 9 $30 Corine Murphy H.S. Pool 4002A Water Exercise T/TH 8:30-9:15 PM 8/19-10/9 9 $25 Corine Murphy H.S. Pool 5001A Sr. Aerobics M/W/F 9:00-10:00 PM 9/8-10/24 7 $30 Tracey Crowley C.E. Gym *Younger people also welcome. When school delayed or closed, class is canceled. No class Labor Day.

SHAPE-UP / KARATE

6005 Yoga M 5:15-6:00 PM 9/8-10/13 6 $40 Steve DB 6001 Basic Training W 7:00-8:00 PM 9/10-10/22 7 $20 Tracey Fit Cnt. 8006 Kids Karate (6-11) M/Th 6:00-6:45 PM 9/15-12/11 13 $25 Frank Ferrier PF Gym 8007 Karate (age 12-adult) M/Th 6:30-8:30 PM* 9/15-12/11 13 $40 Frank Ferrier PF Gym

*Note: new longer time for Kids Karate (same price)!

GUITAR

8008A Beginner (8-adult) M 6:15-7:15 PM 9/8-10/13 6 $12/hr* Steve Hydonus DB Rm. 301 8008B Intermediate (8-adult) M 7:15-8:15 PM 9/8-10/13 6 $12/hr* Steve Hydonus DB Rm. 301

*6-wk. cost $72. Bring guitar. Instructor has books for sale first night: Beg. $7, Intermed. $6.

PARENTING CLASS

8018 Parenting T 7:00-8:30 PM 9/16-10/7 4 $35 Kathy Korstange DB Media Enhance your parenting skills & decrease conflict; your family will benefit! We ll discuss topics such as Love & Communication, Being a Model and Setting & Enforcing Rules and Limits. Parenting certificates issued to those who need to satisfy court requirements. Instructor: Kathy Korstange - Psychologist, School Counselor, Elem. Teacher, host of 10 exchange students!

FINANCIAL ADVICE

5003 Don t Fear the Bear Th 7:00-8:00 PM 9/25 1 $7 Cathy Kissinger DB Cafe

TUMBLING

700A Preschool (age 3 & 4) T 4:45-5:30 PM 9/16-12/2 12 $40 Emily Denton CE Gym 700B Preschool (age 3 & 4) Th 5:00-5:45 PM 9/11-12/4* 12 $40 Emily Denton CE Gym 701 Beginners (age 5+) T 5:30-6:30 PM 9/16-12/2 12 $40 Emily Denton CE Gym 702 Tumble I (age 5+) Th 4:00-5:00 PM 9/11-12/4* 12 $40 Emily Denton CE Gym 703 Tumble II (age 5+) Th 5:45-6:45 PM 9/11-12/4* 12 $40 Emily Denton CE Gym 704 Tumble III (age 5+) T 6:30-7:30 PM 9/16-12/2 12 $40 Emily Denton CE Gym

*No class Thanksgiving. Tumbling includes a Christmas Performance in the MS Caf on Dec. 5. Instructor: Emily Dento n.

PRESCHOOL: Fun class of basic tumbling for 3-4 year olds. Age as of first day of class, firm! BEGINNER: For children 5+ who have never had tumbling or have had tumble, but can t do a cartwheel. Exception: 4-year-olds will be allowed in Beginner if they have had tumbling before or have the instructor s permission. TUMBLE I: For children who ve had tumbling before. Must have cartwheel but does not have to be a perfect cartwheel. TUMBLE II: Must have skills of Tumble I plus bridge/backbend.TUMBLE III: Kids MUST have skills above plus have a back walkover on their own OR have instructor's permission

TENNIS Gr. 6, 7, 8

904 Fall Tennis T & Th 3:15-4:00 PM 9/9-10/2 4 $30 Jane Tuls MS Courts

GIRLS BASKETBALL

Grade 4 9001A, Grade 5 9001B, Grade 6 9001C: Sept. 22-Nov. 8, $40 inc. shirt. Girls meet on Mondays in the HS Gym from 6-7:30pm for group instruction + practice wth FHS Basketball Coach John Krim & staff. Girls will also practice on Thursdayeves. (6-7 or 7-8pm). Games will be held on Saturdays (app. Oct. 4-Nov. 8) in Fremont Middle School or surrounding towns: Grant, Newaygo, Hesperia, Ravenna or White Cloud. Parents must provide their child s transportation to games. We re looking for parent coaches & assts.!

SOCCER: KINDER SOCCER / RECREATION LEAGUEKinder Soccer (Gr, Pre-K, DK, K) + min. age 5 by Dec. 1, 2008. 3on3, sm fields, $20. Volunteer assts. needed!Recreation League (Gr. K-1, 2-3, 4-6 $35 inc. shirt. Coaches needed. May have room after 8/15 deadline. Late signups: add $2/person.

E-BAYHow to Buy or Sell on E-Bay. 1 day classes. Instr.: Barb Cobb

Fremont Community Education 350 W Cedar St., Fremont, MI - Ph. 924-3750, Fax 924-9334

Online Signup Available at: https://

communityed.fremont.netMC/Visa required for on-line

SCHOLARSHIPS available to FPS youth or siblings who

have qualified for Free Lunch (50% off) or Reduced (25% off)Made possible by a TFACF grant

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