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November 2, 2023
November 2, 2023
Screening of Blame It On Gutenberg & Panel Discussion
Saturday, November 4
9-11:30 am
Independent Picture House
Join The Fletcher School and IDA NC for a free screening of the documentary Blame It On Gutenberg on Saturday, November 4, at 9 am, at the Independent Picture House.
Blame It On Gutenberg is a powerful film about the evolving science of dyslexia, theories of how to teach reading, and one family’s struggle with their school system.
A panel discussion will follow including the Filmmaker and Producer, Rob DelGaudio, Kristin Lane, Fletcher's Orton-Gillingham Fellow, Terri Queen, NC DPI Literacy Consultant, Ann Jolly, UNC Charlotte University Supervisor & Clinical Assistant Professor, and Melissa Mascari, Nationally Certified School Psychologist at Concord Middle School.
Fletcher Photography
Monday, November 6
Billy Howard Photography will be on campus on Monday, November 6, to capture images of our students and teachers in action for Fletcher's website, social media, and publications.
Students should follow dress code, and smile!
Please contact Beth Levanti, Director of Marketing & Communications, at blevanti@thefletcherschool.org with questions.
Basketball Spirit Night
Thursday, November 16
Games at 4, 5, 6, and 7:30 pm
Lower & Middle School Families - Join us before Grandfriends' Day and Thanksgiving Break for a family night out to cheer on the Fletcher Falcons! K-8 students must be accompanied by an adult.
Upper School and SGA are planning an Upper School Tailgate.
Everyone can buy dinner from the JJ's Red Hots food truck.
Parents' Council will be selling Fletcher spirit gear.
Game Times:
Middle School Girls vs. Saint Anne, 4-5 pm
Middle School Boys vs. Saint Anne, 5-6 pm
Varsity Girls vs. Saint Anne, 6-7:30 pm
Varsity Boys vs. Saint Anne, 7:30-9 pm
K-5 Grandfriends' Day
Friday, November 17
9:30-11:30 am
On Campus
We hope your K-5 students’ grandparent(s), aunt(s), uncle(s), or other friend(s) can join us for this Fletcher tradition!
If you haven't already done so, please RSVP to Claire Renn at crenn@thefletcherschool.org or 704-365-4658.
Open House Registration - Tell a Friend!
Open House Registration - Tell a Friend!
The 2023-2024 Admissions Open House dates are open for registration.
Your referrals are often the inquiries that become students at Fletcher. Please share our list of Open Houses with anyone who asks about our program, and encourage them to register.
Fall Book Fair - Save the Date & Volunteer!
Wednesday, November 15 - Friday, November 17
On Campus
The book fair will be open for shopping:
Wednesday & Thursday, November 15 & 16, from 8 am-3:30 pm
Friday, November 17, from 8-11:30 am
We need your help to make the book fair successful! Sign up to volunteer here.
Visit our Fletcher Book Fair page to set up your student's eWallet for easy shopping during the fair!
The Rankin Institute News
The Rankin Institute News
Upcoming Workshops with
The Rankin Institute
Registration is open for upcoming workshops from The Rankin Institute. Fletcher families attend for free! Use the promo code FLETCHER2023 when registering. Visit the Community Programs page for workshop descriptions.
Monday, November 6, from 6:30-8 pm - ADHD Follow the Bouncing Ball (Virtual). Register here.
Tuesday, Nov 28, from 12-1pm - Lunch & Learn: Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom (Virtual). Register here.
Tuesday, December 5, from 6:30-8 pm - Teen Mental Health: A Conversation We Need to Have (Virtual). Register here.
Community News
Community News
The Fletcher School Calendar
To quickly reference the most up-to-date school calendar, visit Fletcher's homepage at www.thefletcherschool.org and scroll to the Calendar section. Then click View All.
In addition, make sure you have the most up-to-date version of Fletcher's Calendar at a Glance.
To cheer for the Fletcher Falcons, visit the Athletic Calendar.
Digital Dive for Digital Safety - Date Changed to Wednesday, December 6, from 6-8 pm
The Digital Dive for Digital Safety originally scheduled for Wednesday, November 8, has been postponed to Wednesday, December 6, from 6-8 pm.
We are excited to welcome Agent Traceski from the United States Secret Service back to Fletcher. He will be sharing information with families about helping students make smart decisions online, such as keeping contact information private and including trusted adults in decision-making when they feel uncomfortable. Parents should RSVP here.
Treats for Troops - Collecting Candy November 1-10
Do you have too much Halloween candy? We have a solution!
Bring in any excess candy to donate to the military serving abroad. Beta Club is collecting candy for Treats for Troops, an organization that sends excess candy to those serving our country. Candy collection takes place Wednesday, November 1-Friday, November 10. Please have students bring their extra candy to the front desk, or parents may drop it off in the collection box located outside the front desk between 8 am-and 3 pm.
Educational Technology News
Educational Technology News
Parents of students in Grades 5-12 - Please be on the lookout next week for instructions to update your child's device to the new Mac Operating System. You will receive a stand-alone email from Educational Technology.
Mindfulness in the Digital Age: Empowering Parents to Raise Tech-Responsible Children
Our children are now living in a world where daily tech use and engagement online are normal. Recent research from Statista revealed that 62% of American children watched TV every day, while 30% surfed the internet daily. Although tech tools can be beneficial for children, helping them grow their skills and personhood, they can just as easily be misused.
Lower School News
Lower School News
We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, November 9, and Friday, November 10, for Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Please remember no children should attend conferences.
K-5 students will not have classes on November 9 and 10.
For questions, please contact the homeroom teacher.
Progress Reports will be emailed home on Monday, November 6.
Prevent Lost Coats and Jackets: Label Outerwear. As the weather gets cooler, please remember to label students' outerwear.
Parents of fifth grade students - Please be on the lookout at the end of next week for instructions to update your child's device to the new Mac Operating System. You will receive a stand-alone email from Educational Technology.
Middle School News
Middle School News
Parents - Please be on the lookout at the end of next week for instructions to update your child's device to the new Mac Operating System. You will receive a stand-alone email from Educational Technology.
Upper School News
Upper School News
The Upper School history class has an upcoming field trip on Friday, November 3, to the Harvey B. Gantt Center and The Levine Museum of the New South. See this letter for details.
The Upper School art classes have an upcoming field trip on Thursday, November 9, to The Mint Museum. See this letter for details.
Upper School Families - Mark your calendar for the next Upper School Social on Tuesday, November 7, at 7 pm at Town Brewing Company (800 Grandin Road).
Parents - Please be on the lookout at the end of next week for instructions to update your child's device to the new Mac Operating System. You will receive a stand-alone email from Educational Technology.
College Counseling News
College Counseling News
Congratulations to the Following Seniors on Their College Acceptances
Lizzie P.: University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Trey K.: East Carolina University
Upcoming Events
Family Information Sessions - Grades 9-11 parents are encouraged to attend.
Appalachian State University As-U-R Program: Facilitated by Kelly Edwards on Wednesday, November 8, from 10:25-11 am in The Rankin Room.
Newberry College Dyslexia Program: Facilitated by Ashley Henderson on Tuesday, November 28, from 8:30-9:30 am in The Rankin Room.
Athletic News
Athletic News
Basketball season is upon us! Games are listed on the Athletic Calendar page.
Let's go, Fletcher Falcons!
Parents' Council Updates
Parents' Council Updates
Fletcher Car Stickers and Magnets
Show your Fletcher spirit by adding a free Fletcher sticker to your car.
If you prefer a Fletcher car magnet, just pay $3 in cash.
Both stickers and magnets are available at the front desk.
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