James B. Farnsworth Elementary School
At Farnsworth, we believe in high expectations for all stakeholders. In our safe and nurturing environment, we are committed to providing an inclusive education with rigorous, differentiated instruction designed to engage all learners. We envision our students to be physically and emotionally healthy lifelong learners who are college and career ready.
Our school aspires to provide strong instructional programs and high quality teaching that promotes interest in life-long learning.
Students, Families, Staff and Community - We are all a Team at Farnsworth!
UPCOMING EVENTS
October 22
Trunk or Treat
Grades PreK-5
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
November 4
Fall Picture Day
November 5
No School
LATEST NEWS
Farnsworth Updates
• Find the latest news and notes under Farnsworth Updates
• The next Give Back Night will be on October 25th from 4-8pm at Chipotle in Village Crossing. You can now order online! View the flyer
Applying to High School
The GoCPS high school application period is live this week! The 2022-2023 application opened Oct 13 and is open through December 15. Visit go.cps.edu to learn more.
COVID-19 Protocol
We have received some calls regarding the protocol for when a child is home sick.
Here is the protocol for clarification: SICK CHILD PROTOCOL FOR FAMILIES
Important Information about COVID-19 Vaccinations
Got COVID-19 vaccine questions? The CPS Office of Student Health & Wellness is here to help. Contact us at 773-553-KIDS (5437) or visit www.cps.edu/cfbu to learn more.
Friends of Farnsworth
Friends of Farnsworth (FOF) is a non-profit organization, established in 2005 to help support the school. Originally called the “Farnsworth School and Campus Park Foundation'', the mission was focused on campus and grounds, but with the success of the new playground the group was renamed - but has been dormant for several years. Come be part of re-establishing this group and charting it's new course!
Membership is open to anyone who wants to support Farnsworth. ($5 membership for individual, $25 for business ). Details on how to join on the way!
Please contact Carrie Warner at cwarnerhome@gmail.com for more information!
SOCIAL MEDIA
CPS Student Rights & Responsibilities
CPS revised the Student Rights & Responsibilities in 2020. Find out more.
Healthy CPS
The Children and Family Benefits Unit of the Office of Student Health and Wellness can help you apply for low cost or free health insurance (Medicaid) and SNAP at no cost.