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September 4, 2025
Community News
Community News
Choose Yearbook Photo by Wednesday, September 17 & Early Bird Discount
St. John Photography has student pictures loaded into their portal.
All families need to designate which picture they want the school to use in the yearbook by Wednesday, September 17, even if they are not placing an order.
Orders completed by this Sunday, September 7, will receive an early bird discount of 15% off the entire order, with a minimum order of $25, and free delivery to the school.
To access your student's pictures, please follow these steps:
Click here to access the St. John Photography website.
Choose “Find My School.”
Enter "FLSC" as the password.
Log in or set up an account as needed.
Enter your student's first and last name in the search.
Click on the picture desired, choose Yearbook Choice, and follow the prompts.
Please contact St. John Photography directly with any questions you may have at info@stjohnphotography.com or 704-889-7800, Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Dining Hall Allergen Update & Required Health Forms
Please review this message from the Health Room, which includes an important dining hall allergen update and time-sensitive reminders about required medical forms.
Please contact the health room with questions at nurse@thefletcherschool.org.
Carpool Reminders for Safety & Efficiency
To help us maintain a safe and efficient carpool, please ensure that all drivers review our carpool patterns and expectations.
We also ask that all drivers follow the guidance of Fletcher School staff as they direct traffic.
Learn How to Give to Fletcher and Parents' Council
Learn more about how to give to The Fletcher School, Parents' Council, or both!
NC Opportunity Scholarship Application Update for 2025-2026
The 2025-26 Opportunity Scholarship new student application currently remains open. NCSEAA will continue to make awards each month in order of application for full-year funding for applications submitted through September 30, 2025, as funds remain available for the program. The student must also be enrolled and attending by this date to be eligible for a fall award.
If funds remain available after that date, new applications may also be submitted from October 1 through December 31, 2025, for a scholarship award to start with the spring 2026 semester.
All Fletcher Families are strongly encouraged to apply (note: you do not need an IEP to apply for this scholarship). For more information and to access the application, please go to https://k12.ncseaa.edu/opportunity-scholarship/.
2025-2026 ESA+ and Opportunity Scholarship Recipient Families
We have now completed the School certification and endorsement process with NCSEAA for 2025-2026 ESA+ and Opportunity Scholarship award recipients.
If you have not already done so, please log into your NCSEAA portal and complete the parent endorsement step of the process.
Once that is complete, the state will disburse the fall semester award funds directly to the school.
If you have any questions, please contact Tracy Grocott, Controller, at tgrocott@thefletcherschool.org.
The Rankin Institute
New Family Workshop
Saturday, September 13
9-11 a.m.
The Fletcher School
This workshop features essential information for new Fletcher families about learning differences and not-to-be-missed simulations, which put you in your child's shoes in the classroom.
RSVP to Laura Boggess at lboggess@thefletcherschool.org.
The Fletcher Forward
Campaign Launch
Saturday, September 13
4-6 p.m.
Charlotte Country Club
You're invited to be a part of this transformative journey to strengthen our campus, curriculum, and community.
It’s a moment to connect, learn, and begin the work together. Join us as we move Fletcher Forward.
RSVP: Trish Gartner, (704) 365-4658 or tgartner@thefletcherschool.org
Adults only, dressy attire (no denim, please).
New Fletcher T-Shirt
& Spirit Wear
Order Online!
Check out our newest Fletcher t-shirt!
You can purchase this shirt and other spirit wear items at our Fletcher School Store.
New Family Coffee
Tuesday, September 30
8-9:30 a.m.
On Campus
New Families--make plans to join other new Fletcher parents and guardians for coffee, chat about the start of the school year, and learn helpful tips for the remainder of the school year.
College Funding Coach:
Free Webinar for Families
Tuesday, September 30
7 p.m.
In collaboration with NCAIS, Mike Russell of The College Funding Coach will present a webinar on The Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College. This virtual event is for any family wanting to learn how to pay for college (preschool-high school).
The College Funding Coach team is on a mission to help families save on the high cost of higher education. They have established an approach that helps parents understand the college funding process, reduce their out-of-pocket expenses, and balance the challenge of saving for college and retirement simultaneously.
College Night
From Fletcher to College: Building Your Future
For Grades 6-12 Parents & Upper School Students
Tuesday, October 7
6:15-8:15 p.m.
On Campus
Click here for complete event details, presenters, and to RSVP.
Middle and Upper School parents and Upper School students are invited to an engaging evening with our college admissions experts. In one night, you'll gain valuable insight into navigating the college journey—from finding the right fit to standing out in applications to accessing campus support.
How the Evening Works: Attendees will rotate through four sessions with college admission experts, followed by a wrap-up with Fletcher’s College Counselor.
Join the
2025 Dyslexia Dash Remotely
Saturday, October 18
Help support the International Dyslexia Branch of NC (IDA NC) by signing up to join the IDA GA Dyslexia Dash remotely on October 18, 2025.
Go to "Group or Team for 5km Run/Walks" and join the IDA NC team.
Thank you for supporting IDA NC and their mission.
Stay tuned for more information on how to join our community as we gather to help spread the word about Dyslexia and Fletcher!
Parents' Council News
Parents' Council News
Support Parents' Council
Parents' Council encourages all families to become a member of Parents' Council. The $60 membership fee helps to fund some of the many events we host for students, their families, and the faculty and staff of Fletcher throughout the year, such as exam treats for our Upper School and DJs for all of the school dances.
Parents are also encouraged to sign up as a volunteer for Parents' Council events. Throughout the year, Parents' Council hosts a variety of events to create community in our school.
A full listing of events and meetings is on our Parents' Council Events document.
Join Us for a Spotlight Meeting - Wednesday, September 10
Join us for our first Spotlight Meeting on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 8:15 a.m. in the Rankin Room.
Fletcher Spotlight Meetings are your chance to see what makes The Fletcher School so exceptional. From innovative programs to engaging activities, Parents' Council will shine a light on everything that sets our school apart. Hear from Fletcher's leaders, staff, and students, and discover how they create a thriving, supportive environment where success happens every day. Join us and feel the Fletcher magic!
We have a great lineup of guest speakers for our first meeting. Check out the September Spotlight Agenda for details!
Reserve your spot by Monday, September 8, by completing the RSVP form. Seating is limited.
Conference Day Treats Sign-Up
Middle School and Upper School Conferences are right around the corner! Fletcher families help support our teachers with providing conference day treats. Please use the Conference Day Treats sign-up links to select items to bring to school between September 15-17.
The teachers are so appreciative of our generosity on these days!
Educational Technology News
Educational Technology News
Make Screen Time Safe and Positive
Developing healthy habits for kids isn't just about things like brushing your teeth every day or getting enough sleep. Our everyday life is so connected with our digital experiences that being healthy with media and technology is part of being healthy in general.
Good news: Teaching digital well-being doesn't require being tech-savvy. Supportive conversations and role-modeling help kids—from toddlers to teens—learn to check in with their thoughts and feelings after screen time, take breaks and balance device use with offline activities, and reclaim control from addictively designed tech by creating device-free time or spaces.
Middle School News
Middle School News
MAP Testing
Tuesday, September 9-Thursday, September 11: Middle & Upper School MAP Testing
Seventh Grade Field Trip - Tuesday, September 9
Tuesday, September 9: Seventh grade field trip to Flags of Remembrance
Middle School Field Trip - Thursday, October 9-Friday, October 10
Thursday, October 9-Friday, October 10: Middle School Overnight Field Trip to Camp Thunderbird
We will take buses to and from camp. Buses will depart from Fletcher at 8:30 a.m. on October 9 and return by carpool on October 10.
Upper School News
Upper School News
Senior Lunch Privilege Form
Seniors will be allowed to go out to lunch on Fridays.
If your senior is allowed to go off campus, please fill out the 2025-2026 Senior Lunch Privilege Form on the FACTS Family Portal under Web Forms, which may be found under the School Menu in the left-hand column.
MAP Testing
Tuesday, September 9-Thursday, September 11: Middle & Upper School MAP Testing
Zoom Meeting for Japan Trip is Wednesday, September 10
Register here if you're interested in learning more about the Upper School trip to Japan.
Click here to learn more about and apply for the Suzi Stephens Scholarship for Student Travel Abroad.
Senior Exit Class Field Trip
Monday, September 15: Senior Exit Class field trip to Winthrop University
Register for Upper School Trip to Williamsburg by Tuesday, September 30
Please register for the Upper School trip to Williamsburg by Tuesday, September 30.
Athletics News
Athletics News
Cross Country Congratulations
Congratulations to Nellie G., sixth grade, who came in third place in the Middle School Girls Cross Country race last Thursday at Lee Park Prep!
Fall Athletic Schedule
View the schedule for this fall's competitions. Please note the tabs along the bottom for each sport. Let's go, Falcons!
College Counseling News
College Counseling News
College Counseling & Testing Calendar
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