Welcome to ENOTES, The Fletcher School's weekly newsletter for families.

October 26, 2023

You're Invited!

Save the Date for Fletcher Basketball Spirit Night - Thursday, November 16

• Plans are in the works for a Spirit Night at a Fletcher basketball game! 

• Details will be in next week's edition of ENOTES.

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. 

The Rankin Institute News

Community News

Before and After School Activities & Sports

• Winter Session begins the week of October 30-November 3.

• If you have questions, please contact Patti Stodghill at pstodghill@thefletcherschool.org. 

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. Collection takes place Wednesday, November 1-Friday, November 10. 

Participate in Socktober Through October 27

• Socktober has kicked off! Socks are the number one requested item at shelters, so let’s help fulfill this need and give our neighbors a cozy winter. 

• Beta Club is collecting new socks in all sizes to help people who are unhoused. There are boxes in the foyers for sock collection. Socks will be collected through Friday, October 27. 

Wear Your Costumes - Halloween, Tuesday, October 31

• We're starting a new Fletcher tradition! On Halloween, we encourage all students and faculty to wear costumes to school if they would like.

• Students should follow dress code guidelines. No masks/face paint, or weapons are allowed, and cultural appropriation is unsuitable. 

• Please stay tuned for more information from your child’s teacher, advisor, or division head.

Educational Technology News

• 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

• 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.

Middle School News

• Parents, if you have any Halloween decorations that you can loan Parents' Council for the school dance, please email parent volunteer Mishell Williams at Shellksu@msn.com. They will need to be dropped off at the Front Desk on Friday, October 27, no later than 4 pm.

Upper School News

• Friday, October 27, is the last day to register for the Upper School trip to Atlanta, April 17-19. Click here to register. When the form asks for school, put in Fletcher, and enter North Carolina as the state. The trip will pop up next, and click “Register Student.” This trip is strongly recommended for all Upper School students.

• The personal finance class has an upcoming field trip on Thursday, November 2, to Harris Teeter and Walmart. 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.

College Counseling News

Upcoming Events

• Family Information Sessions - Grades 9-11 parents are encouraged to attend.

  • ECU STEPP Program: Facilitated by Ashley Cooper on Thursday, November 2, from 8:30-9:30 am in The Rankin Room.

  • 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

• Basketball season will soon be upon us! The practice schedule begins October 30, and games are listed on the Athletic Calendar page. 

• Let's go, Fletcher Falcons!

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.