FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - The countdown is on — just ONE month until the first day of school on Monday, Aug. 10. Take small steps now to get ready: Adjust sleep schedules a little each week, gather school supplies and organize backpacks, keep learning going with 20 minutes of reading or math each day, mark important school dates on your family calendar, and start practicing morning routines. We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another amazing year!
FORT Families,
Please join us for our ANNUAL Gala. Click the link below for tickets.
https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/fort-gala-event/69cbdec5ea5c551055211257?fbclid=PAb21jcARFEwlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA81NjcwNjczNDMzNTI0MjcAAaf1PhrJPh3tyrADWYrgUfc1NFEmHBknzsld85grVhgRqC148rD08RHjYFpfnQ_aem_DKnmI1-6C_Nj3ofk-Yaz8g
REGISTER FOR A BUS TODAY - Bus registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. All students who plan to ride a school bus next year must be registered in advance, including students enrolled in self-contained ESE programs. Families are encouraged to register as early as possible to help ensure a smooth start to the school year. Registration forms are available in Focus. For step-by-step instructions on how to complete the process, visit: www.duvalschools.org/busregistration
Mid-year Stakeholder Meeting this Wednesday @ 6PM in the Media Center. We have great news regarding the state of The FORT.
If you will be new to The Fort for the 2025-26 school year, we encourage you to attend one of our “What to Expect” meetings. Since we are a unique arts school, it will be important to familiarize yourself with the Academic, Performance, and Financial obligations of both the school and your student’s specific art area in addition to basic operational information. The meetings will be held on Tuesday, June 3rd with three meeting options: 9:30 am, 1:00 pm, or 5:00 pm. Please register to attend by using the following link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=TR3rjaTQBE2JrvcHbLqp-81RFJB4vitGgLGYeDqef_dURUUyTjlHSFpSN0RZSlRUMElINFdLNjJCVS4u
8th Grade Families,
Students are required to wear the following for the ceremony.
• Black and/or White Business/Dress Wear
• No form fitting attire
• Dresses should meet the knee or longer
• Pants must be worn at the waistline
Thanks in advance for your support.
8th Grade Families,
Tomorrow, students will receive four (4) guest tickets. These tickets must be presented to gain entry into the Promotional Ceremony. Tickets will not be required for children 12 and under, nor for current students attending Fort Caroline. All other entries will require a ticket.
You are cordially invited to the Winter Art Showcase at Fort Caroline Visual and Performing Arts School. Please join us in the Media Center on Tuesday, December 17th at 5 PM to celebrate our students' artistic achievements.
This year's gallery will feature a captivating Self-Portrait Collection and an enchanting Black Light Collection. We hope you can join us for an evening of creativity and inspiration.
Be sure to connect with us on social media!
https://www.facebook.com/THEFortCaroline/
https://www.instagram.com/thefortcaroline/
The School Choice Application Window is open! Auditions will be January 14th and January 28th. If your student is currently a Fort student, there is NO need to apply. If they are interested in auditioning for another art area, that opportunity will begin in March.
For audition information go to : www.duvalschools.org/o/fc/page/auditions
