This week is another week filled with brilliance here at Fishweir! We are sharing a friendly reminder that 5th graders will take the State Science test on tomorrow, Wednesday May 20, 2026. We know our students are going to do an amazing job! Please help them get off to a great start by arriving before 8:25 a.m..
5th grade parents, here are a few friendly reminders:
Electronic Devices Policy: No electronics are allowed in the testing environment—this includes phones, smart watches, smart glasses, and calculators.
Students will be required to sign a Testing Rules Acknowledgment.
Important: Under no circumstances can students complete testing if they leave campus early.
Thank you for your support in helping our 5th graders shine like STARS!
Hey there, Fishweir! Here are some friendly reminders about parent engagement this week:
- Bike to School Day, Tuesday 5/19 – Helmets on and smiles ready as we ride together for wellness and fun!
- Art Showcase, Tuesday 5/19 – Join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of our students. Parents are welcome to volunteer!
- Band & Creative Writing Showcase, Thursday 5/21 – An evening of music, imagination, and student voice.
We look forward to seeing our Fishweir families on campus and celebrating another week of brilliance together!
Hey there, Fishweir Families, we have a lot to look forward to!!
- Campus Clean-Up: A huge thank-you to our amazing PTA for helping keep our campus beautiful—community care in action!
- Willow Branch Library: Don’t miss the fun and free family events happening at our neighborhood library and learning beyond the school day!
- Yearbooks: Friendly reminder to order your Fishweir Yearbook before sales close to capture memories, you’ll treasure for years to come!
Thank you for staying connected and supporting our Brilliant STARS!!!
- Link for yearbook purchase and details are available in our parent newsletter previously sent or the PDF notice sent via email.
As many of you are aware, Mrs. Evans is moving into a new chapter of life at the end of this school year. Our Social Committee has been instrumental in planning several events celebrating her.
We invite you to join us as we celebrate her dedication through education and her successful instructional career on May 28th. We want students, colleagues, current and former to honor her during a formal ceremony in the auditorium at 10. A reception will follow.
If you would like to say some well wishes and kind words, please reach out to Mrs. Ticer, Dr. Fountain, Ms. Poe, Ms. Wintz, Ms. Dewese or Mrs. Demps as a program is being prepared.
- State Math Testing (Grades 3–5) – Let’s cheer on our students as they show what they know!
- Art Showcase – Join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of our students. Parents are welcome to volunteer!
- Band & Creative Writing Showcase – An evening of music, imagination, and student voice.
- Bike to School Day – Helmets on and smiles ready as we ride together for wellness and fun!
We look forward to seeing our Fishweir families on campus and celebrating another week of brilliance together!
This week is going to be a brilliant one here at Fishweir! We have a friendly reminder that 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders will take the PM3 FAST Math test on tomorrow Wednesday, May 13th. We know our students are going to do an amazing job! Please help them get off to a great start by arriving before 8:25 a.m..
Parents, here are a few friendly reminders:
Electronic Devices Policy: No electronics are allowed in the testing environment—this includes phones, smart watches, smart glasses, and calculators.
Students will be required to sign a Testing Rules Acknowledgment.
Important: Under no circumstances can students complete testing if they leave campus early.
Thank you for your support in helping our students shine like STARS!
Please place the letter in an envelope and send it to school with your child by no later than the morning of May 13th. Teachers will save the letters and give them to students to read each morning of testing. Thank you for partnering with us to encourage and support our students as they do their very best!
Parents, please join us this week for our SAC meeting on Tuesday, 5/12 at 3:15 PM, and our PTA General Meeting and Officer Election on Wednesday, 5/13 at 6:00 PM. We hope to see you there!
Hey there Fishweir Families!
Friends of Fishweir is looking for volunteers to help with our the upcoming Annual Art Show.
We need help with both prep (prepping frames, framing artwork, setting up displays, etc.) and working during the show (assisting with sales and on site framing). It’s a fun way to be involved, and the kids love seeing their art come to life!
If you’re available to help in any capacity, please sign up for a shift. Even an hour makes a big difference! Thank you so much for supporting our students and helping make this event special!
Click via below to volunteer or via the PDF with interactive links have been sent via email.
Prepping Art Frames | Click here to Volunteer to Unwrap Frames
Frame Pre-Orders & Hallway Displays | Click here to Volunteer to Frame Pre-Orders and Hallway Displays
Art Show Day of Volunteer | Click here to Volunteer on the Day of the Art Show
It is a great day to release our May 2026 Parent Newsletter! EOY Awards, Spring Showcases, SAC, PTA, and more!! You can access the link or the PDF in your email.
Please place the letter in the envelope provided and send it to school with your child by no later than the morning of May 5th. Teachers will save the letters and give them to students to read each morning of testing. Thank you for partnering with us to encourage and support our students as they do their very best!
Hey there, Fishweir Families!
This week is going to be a brilliant one here at Fishweir! We have a friendly reminder that 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders will take the PM3 FAST Reading test on Tuesday, May 5th. We know our students are going to do an amazing job! Please help them get off to a great start by arriving before 8:25 a.m..
Parents, here are a few friendly reminders:
Electronic Devices Policy: No electronics are allowed in the testing environment—this includes phones, smart watches, smart glasses, and calculators.
Students will be required to sign a Testing Rules Acknowledgment.
Important: Under no circumstances can students complete testing if they leave campus early.
Thank you for your support in helping our students shine like STARS!
Hey there, Fishweir Families! We are sharing our May Calendar (link and PDF via email) and our celebration guide for our Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week 2026- May 4-8!!! Let’s celebrate all of the Fishweir faculty and staff members who make it a great place for learning!
Thank You!
Hey there Fishweir Families!
We are excited to invite you to join us in celebrating Principal Appreciation Week as we honor and celebrate our incredible principal, Mrs. Dennis, all week long!
Every day, Mrs. Dennis leads our school with heart, dedication, and an unwavering belief in our students. She works tirelessly behind the scenes and front and center—greeting students with a smile, supporting teachers and staff, partnering with families, and creating a school environment where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn.
During this special week, we want to pause and intentionally recognize the impact Mrs. Dennis has on our school community. Her leadership, kindness, and commitment make a lasting difference in the lives of our students and families.
We invite families to help us show Mrs. Dennis just how much she is appreciated by:
Sending a thank-you note, card, or email
Encouraging your child to share a kind message, drawing, or memory
Offering words of gratitude when you see her on campus
Participating in daily appreciation activities shared by the school
No gesture is too small—your kind words mean the world and help make this week truly special.
Thank you for joining us in celebrating our principal who leads with compassion, models excellence, and makes our school a place where students thrive. We are so grateful for Mrs. Dennis and all that she does for our school family.
Hey there Fishweir! We are sending EOY Awards and calendars (PDF via email and linked) as a friendly reminder for all things EOY. Let's continue to reach for the STARS and Blast into Brilliance!!!
This week, we are celebrating these amazing professionals for everything they do to keep our office running smoothly and efficiently. While Wednesday is officially Administrative Professionals Day, we want to honor them all week long for their dedication, hard work, and the positivity they bring every day.
Please join us in showing your appreciation in your own special way—let’s make sure they feel as valued and cherished as they truly are!
We are so grateful for everything they do—thank you, Mrs. Franklin, Ms. Royce and Ms. Nicki!
