FAQ

What will the first day of school be like?

Sixth grade will participate in team building, orientation activities, have plenty of time to check out their lockers and tour the building with their homeroom teacher, and follow an abbreviated schedule. A letter will be sent home in the summer explaining the first day. Additionally, we will hold our Annual 6th Grade Family Welcome and Orientation Night in the month of August. Further details will be sent via One Call.

When will school pictures be taken?

School pictures will be taken on the first day of school.

What materials will I need for each class?

A supply list for sixth grade will be posted on the FLMS website. Last year’s list can be accessed via the supply link.

How much homework should I expect?

On average, approximately 70 minutes an evening.

How will I know if my child has homework?

Students should write their homework assignments in their agenda, which they will receive at the start of the year.

How do I access grade information?

You can log onto PlusPortals to access grades with your username and password. The link to the Plus Portals site can be found at the top of the school web site.

How can I get in touch with teachers?

Parents and guardians can reach teachers via email after logging onto our website (click on contact directory) or via PlusPortals. You can also contact our Sixth Grade Guidance Counselor, Mr. Ralph Hunnewell via email at rhunnewell@freelake.org.

What classes will my child be taking in 6th Grade?

Please see the Schedule page for a full list of classes.

What activities and sports are available to participate in?

Please see the Student Experience page for a full list of activities and sports.

Is there a summer reading book?

Yes – the Grade 6 book is Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt

Do students need a note to stay after school?

No, but they must be accompanied by a staff member for an identified purpose. (i.e. sports, extracurricular activities, extra help with a teacher)

Where can I see the lunch menu and make payments for my child?

The menu, free and reduced information, and online payments can be made on our website here.

Where are the daily announcements for the school?

We post our morning announcements on our home page.

Transportation

If I drive my child to school in the morning, where do I drop him/her off?

The drop off location is in the staff parking lot at the crosswalk. This is indicated in the diagram below by the green X. Enter the campus through the main driveway. Turn right into the parking lot as you approach the school. Follow the red arrows counter clockwise around the lot and drop off at the painted crosswalk. The yellow X indicates the bus entrance, which is restricted during school drop-off and pick-up times.

Where do I pick up my child after school?

The pickup location is the same as for drop off in the morning. Enter the campus through the main driveway. Turn right into the parking lot as you approach the school. You will find that many times you will be waiting in a line of cars. Please be patient and make your way around before your child enters the car. We don’t want students cutting across the lot while cars are in motion.

What do I do if my child doesn't get off of the bus?

If your child has a cell phone, try calling them first. Second, try calling the school 508-923-3518. If the school phone is on night service, call the First Student Bus Company, Kenneth Rezendes, District Manager 508-763-8260

Will there be an after-school late bus?

No, we do not offer a late bus at this time.

What if I have more questions?

You can call the school anytime 508-923-3518, or visit our website.