Fruitport Middle School

Mission Statement

The Mission of Fruitport Middle School is to empower students to become responsible, productive, life-long learners in a global society.We believe in promoting independent thinking, which allows students to become confident problem solvers and self-reliant earners in a safe, positive and healthy environment.

Principal's Corner

We have started off the New Year with a flurry of activities. Our drama club is in full rehearsal for their next production for the first week of February. Our Spell Masters are beginning Bee season with district competition and Girls’ Volleyball and Wrestling tryouts are underway.

Over the coming weeks, parents will be hearing a lot about the new MEAP cut scores which have had a significant impact on the number of students now considered proficient. As Michigan moves from a manufacturing based economy to one that requires more technology, math and reading skills, the Department of Education has adjusted the cut score, the number of test items a student must get correct in order to be considered proficient. We will be providing more information to parents as it becomes available.

We have experienced an ongoing outpouring of generosity by our students and staff over the past month with donations for Toys for Tots and purchases of Christmas gifts for families in need. This past week our students raised over $600.00 for a family that had lost their house in a house fire. It is great to know that even in these difficult economic times, that people still find a way to help others. It helps to remind us that we have great kids and a great staff at FMS.

Our anti aggression program, Students and Staff Taking an Active Role Together (START), continues to raise awareness with our students about reducing mean behavior in the middle school. Our teachers are talking to students when they witness bullying or aggression in the building with a 15 second intervention to remind our students what our expectations are.

Teachers hold class meetings in their advisory once a week to allow students to voice their concerns and talk about the good things that are going on in our school. We have noticed a significant reduction in discipline referrals in the office as students have a higher sensitivity to mean behavior and how to stop it. We have really appreciated all of the support we have gotten from our parents.

Looking ahead, our sixth graders will be attending winter camp on February 2^nd and 3^rd and on the 9^th and 10^th. There will be no school for students on 20^th for the Presidents’ Day holiday and we will be ending the month with our annual Family Fun Night on February 24^th. This is a great night for families to enjoy swimming, dodge ball, a cake walk and games for only $5.00 per family (concessions are available for an additional cost). Look for more information in the coming weeks. If you would like to assist our FMS Parent Team as a volunteer for Family Fun Night please contact Jeff Schurman at (231) 865 – 3128 ext. 3027.

We will also be holding our all school cookie dough fundraiser during February with dates TBA. This funds our Student Activity Account that provides scholarships for camp, subsidizes the costs of field trips and student recognition programs. Your support is greatly appreciated. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call the main office or just stop in. Our office staff is happy to assist you!

Volunteers Needed

Are you looking for a way to have a meaningful role in your child's education? We need parents who are willing to serve on our School Improvement Team. This is a very important school committee that determines the direction for our building by setting academic goals for our students. If you are looking for a smaller time commitment, the FMS Parent Team will meets on the first Thursday of every month in the FMS Media Center at 6:00 p.m.. You can participat in planning student and famility events throughout the school year or sign up to volunteer.

Office Hours

Monday - Friday

7:00 a.m. - 4:00 pm

Building Start Times

Regular Day:
Begin - 7:30 AM
End - 2:38 PM

Delayed Start:
Begin - 9:00 AM
End - 2:38 PM

STUDENT CONFLICT AND CONCERN NOTIFICATION FORM

This form is used by students to alert the office to conflicts and other issues that they maybe having with other students. Please turn in a completed form to the office if you have an issue to report.

Trojan Way Positive Behavior Support Expecations

Our positive behavior support expectations are posted throughout the building to assist students in knowing what our expecations are on a daily basis. Our goal is for these posters to serve as a gentle reminder to all of us on a daily basis.