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!

Dear Fishweir Families,

We are excited to share our linked October Parent Newsletter and October-November School Calendar! These resources are filled with important dates, school reminders, celebrations, family engagement opportunities, and upcoming events to help your family stay connected with all that is happening at Fishweir Elementary School of the Arts.

Highlights include:

- Fall Picture Day on October 14
- SAC Meeting on October 20 at 3:15 PM
- Red Ribbon Week beginning October 26
- Character & Vocabulary Parade and Student of the Month Celebration on October 30
- PTA Fall Festival on November 6
- Thanksgiving Break November 23-27
- State PM2 Testing Window opening November 30

Please take a few moments to review the newsletter and calendar to stay informed and engaged throughout the fall season. Together, we can continue to support our students as they Dive D.E.E.P. Into Knowledge Under the Sea!

Thank you for your partnership and support!

Fishweir Elementary School of the Arts

📢 Reminder for Fishweir Families: There is no school for students on Monday, October 12, and Tuesday, October 13. We look forward to seeing our Deep Divers back on Wednesday, October 14! Have a wonderful long weekend! 💙🌊

📢 Don’t Get Them Confused!

Amendment 3 and the Duval County Public Schools 1-mill referendum are two separate items on the November 3 ballot.

🏫 The 1-mill referendum is a continuation of the millage approved by Duval County voters in 2022. It supports school funding, including teacher pay, as well as arts and athletics.

🏠 Amendment 3 is a proposed change to the Florida Constitution addressing property taxes statewide. The amendment excludes school funding.

Take a look at the graphic for a quick side-by-side comparison and visit www.DuvalSchools.org/Vote for more information about the 1-mill referendum.

Fishweir Families,
To help maintain a safe environment for all students, pets, including dogs, are not permitted on campus grounds during school hours or school events, unless they are approved service animals.

If you walk your child to school with a pet, please keep your pet off school property and on public sidewalks during arrival and dismissal.

Thank you for your cooperation and support in keeping our students safe.

Fishweir Administration

Attention Fishweir Families! Our annual Fall Festival is coming up on Friday, November 6th, at 6pm and we need your help to make this a memorable event for our students. We will be having the Fall Festival Planning Meeting Monday, October 5th at 6pm in the auditorium. Please join us!

🌊💙 Thank You, Fishweir Families! 💙🌊

Thank you to all of our amazing parents and families for joining us at Open House and diving deep into the exciting learning journey ahead!

Your partnership, support, and enthusiasm make a splash in the lives of our students every day. If you missed us, a brief presentation is linked here for you. Together, we are creating a school community where every child can learn, grow, create, and thrive!

🐠 Thank you for diving DEEP with us! 🐠

Fishweir Elementary School of the Arts
Dive D.E.E.P. Into Knowledge Under the Sea!

🌊Dive into Open House tonight at 6pm! Join us as we explore classroom expectations, learning goals, and ways to support your child's success this school year. We look forward to seeing you! Together, we'll make this school year one of growth, connection, and success for every student. 💙

Dear Fishweir Families,

September is here, and we are excited to share our September Parent Newsletter and Calendar as we continue to Dive D.E.E.P. into Knowledge Under the Sea!

Our newsletter is packed with important information, celebrations, and upcoming opportunities for families to stay connected with our school community. Best of all, the newsletter is interactive, featuring clickable links that provide easy access to resources, registrations, event information, and more.

Inside this month's newsletter, you'll find:

🐠 September Events & Important Dates
⭐ Students of the Month Recognition
💙 September PBIS CAREacter Trait Focus
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting Reminder

• September 8 at 3:15 PM
  🎉 PTA Membership Competition & How to Join
  💉 Student Flu Shot Clinic

• September 15
  📚 School updates, family resources, and much more!

The newsletter and calendar have been sent directly to your email. Families can also access the digital version through the Fishweir app and via the links included in the email.

Thank you for partnering with us as we make this school year a successful one. We look forward to another month of learning, growing, and diving deep together!

Dear Fishweir families,

 Every election is important, but the 2026 upcoming general election is very important to our teachers, students, and schools. 

Why the 2026 Election is Important to Our School
Four years ago, voters approved a voluntary 1-mill property assessment to support salary enhancements for our teachers and staff, as well as providing a dedicated funding source for arts and athletics for students. Under state law, this funding source must be renewed every four years.  

 Our Goals is to Help You Be Informed

Over the next several weeks, we will share information with you through our social media and email to ensure that you are fully informed as you go to the polls. Attached is a flier with basic information about the continuation of the 1 mill. We encourage you to take just a minute to review this information.  You can also learn more at www.DuvalSchools.org/Vote.   

 What You Can Do Now

Most important, we encourage you to participate in the election and let your voice be heard on this issue.  If you need to register to vote, you can do so at Florida Online Voter Registration System.

 Thank you for taking a few minutes to be informed on this issue, and we encourage you to check out our website or ask me if you have any questions. 

Hello and Happy Monday Fishweir Families! Please take a moment to check your email for updates about PikMyKid and important dismissal reminders. Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe, efficient, and stress-free for everyone.