Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology

This week is Bully Prevention Week!

At Frank H. Peterson, we recognize that our relationships with our classmates are integral to our bright futures! As a career tech ed high school, the relationships we build with our classmates now are building our network of future business partners, customers, and colleagues! Bullying and harassment have no place in a workplace or a school. We rise above!

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This year, Student Government is putting a twist on Homecoming Week Halls...
Introducing Haunted Hallways!!!!

Each grade level has a designated hall to deck out in whatever haunting fashion you dream up (while being school appropriate, of course)!

Students can decorate any day after school this and next week. We would love for the halls to be completely decked by the October 24th.

Talk to your Class Representatives and Sponsors!

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Early Childhood Education Academy's Trunk or Treat Community Event is coming soon!

Thursday, October 30th from 5-7 PM at Frank H. Peterson parking lot.

Participate by having a trunk decorated with a game and treats for the little ones, or bring your younger family and friends to enjoy the fun! Students who have a trunk or game will receive community service hours!

Questions? Email Mrs. Watkins at watkinsc@duvalschools.org

Cosmetology Haunted Tunnels is back!!

Friday, October 24th from 6- 8 PM at Frank H. Peterson Academies.

You may pre-purchase tickets using the attached QR Code.

Cosmetology Academy's Annual Haunted Tunnels is back for another evening of fun!

Thursday, October 24th from 6 to 8 PM. Last group will go through at 7:55 PM.

Get your tickets now! $11.00 for one entry.

Bring your family!!

This year art and communications students and teachers are contributing to the Haunted Tunnels production!

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Peterson People,

An important change to our daily schedule will begin on Wednesday, October 15, the first day of the second quarter.

Starting October 15, student dismissal will move to 2:55 PM — 15 minutes earlier than our current time. This adjustment is being made to provide our teachers with consistent daily planning time, which is essential for maintaining strong, high-quality instruction for every student.

To accommodate this change, each class period will be slightly shortened. Even with this shift, we are fully committed to upholding high expectations for teaching and learning. Every instructional minute will continue to be used purposefully and effectively.

We understand that schedule changes can impact family routines. To support this transition, we will provide additional adult supervision for 30 minutes after dismissal, ensuring students have a safe and supervised environment if families need a bit more time to adjust. Current transportation will largely remain the same.

We appreciate your partnership as we make this change in support of our educators and students.

Thank you.

We would love your input! Please take this brief survey! Use the link here to access: https://www.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/surveys

Volunteer Opportunity!!
The Jax Community Fair is looking for dependable, hard-working, and friendly volunteers to help with this community outreach event!
Please talk with your parents and decide if this would be a good volunteer opportunity for you!
It is October 4th from 10 AM to 3 PM, but there are volunteer slots for the Friday afternoon before and the Saturday after the event as well.
Here is the link to sign-up: https://form.jotform.com/250537509352154
Parents, you may sign-up to volunteer with your student!
Remember, please, please, please only sign-up if you are 100% committed to being there and being willing to help!

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We are very excited to celebrate and share the groundbreaking for the Agriscience and Vet Assisting Academy renovation!!!

Frank H. Peterson FFA Officer Team did an amazing job opening the ceremony.

Communications students captured beautiful moments and interviewed our distinguished guests with poise and professionalism.

Culinary Arts students prepared delicious treats and fresh-squeezed orange juice.

Automotive students worked behind the scenes to set-up and break-down.

What a great time to be a Silver Eagle!!

This project is funded by the CAP Workforce Development Grant that DCPS CTE Director wrote for us after hearing the vision of the dream to move our Ag and Vet Academy to a space that will enhance this program immensely!

Thank you to Kasper Architects and Auld and White Construction for working with us on this project.

Enjoy the pics!

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Quick update!
Peterson now has a bus coming from Mandarin High School, bus #228, in the mornings.
We also now have 5 afternoon activity busses going to every area of Jacksonville. Students may only ride the activity bus when staying for an after school club or tutoring. Students are dismissed from clubs and tutoring at 4:45 PM, and busses are scheduled to depart by 5:00 PM.

An unforgettable adventure awaits your child in England & Scotland

Dear families,

We’re thrilled to share that we’re heading to England & Scotland in Summer 2026, and we’d love for your student to join us!

This is an incredible opportunity for students to explore new places, experience different cultures, and gain lifelong skills like independence and confidence. I’ll be sharing all the details, including what we’ll see and do, hands-on learning activities, academic opportunities, trip costs, and how to secure a spot at our informational meeting.

Meeting details:
📅 Date: August 28
🕒 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Wright Place @ Frank Peterson Academy of Tech
👉 RSVP here to join us: https://rsvp.eftours.com/udb2v77

We’ll also open enrollment during the meeting—spots are limited, and I would love to help you secure this experience for your child.

In the meantime, please visit EF’s website to get answers to common parent questions. EF Tours is our trusted travel partner, and they have 60 years of experience helping students explore the world safely and affordably.

I hope to see you there and look forward to sharing how this trip can be a powerful and unforgettable chapter in your child’s life!

Best,
Tiffany Abbott

Please note this is a non-school sponsored trip.

Frank H. Peterson Families of SENIORS!

SAVE the DATE! First Senior Parent Meeting is September 4th at 6 PM in D406.

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Open House is Monday, August 18th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Come on out to follow your student's schedule to meet the teachers!
We will have our Title 1 Annual Meeting at 5:30 PM in the Wright Place, to which all are invited to attend!
We look forward to meeting you!

Peterson fanwear is on sale through Friday, August 15th. You may visit the website at https://stores.inksoft.com/fhp_fanwear/shop/home
These items will be delivered to your home!

Good afternoon, Peterson People,

We are very excited to meet you and see you this week at our Orientations!

NEW STUDENT ORIENTATIONS
Wednesday, July 30th
Last Names A-M: Please arrive by 9:00 AM
Last Names L-Z: Please arrive by 12:30 PM
KONA Ice will be at the school from 10 AM to 1 PM.

RETURNING STUDENTS
Thursday, July 31st Come anytime between 9AM -12 PM

11th and 12th grade Students and Parents!
If your student is interested in taking dual enrollment courses (courses that count for both high school and college credits), and they have a 3.0 GPA and higher, we need your student to take the PERT exam to qualify for these courses. We are offering the PERT this THURSDAY, July 31st at 8:30 AM.
Following the test, they will be able to pick-up their laptop at the orientation. We urge these qualified 11th and 12th grade students to take advantage of this opportunity! Taking college courses in high school provides students with a head start and saves thousands of dollars!

Again, we look forward to seeing you this week! Please find a Peterson Fanwear Online Store flyer attached with a few options!

Thank you and have a nice evening,
Principal Mastromatto

We want YOU as a Silver Eagle Volunteer!!
📢 Important Update: DCPS Volunteer Policy for 2025
To ensure the safety and well-being of all students, DCPS has updated its volunteer policy. All volunteers must complete an application and background screening before participating in school activities.
🟢 Level I Volunteers These volunteers: Are always supervised by DCPS staff. Never work alone with students. Undergo a basic screening, which includes: A check against the Dru Sjodin National Sexual Offender Public Website. Examples: Helping in the classroom with a teacher present, assisting at school events under staff supervision.
🟡 Level II Volunteers (New Requirement) These volunteers: May be unsupervised or responsible for supervising students. Must complete a comprehensive background check, which includes: Fingerprinting A review of felonies and other criminal offenses A national sexual offender registry check Examples: Chaperoning field trips, leading small groups, or assisting in areas where staff are not always present.
📝 How to Apply Visit the DCPS Volunteer Page. Click “Apply to Volunteer” and complete the application. Allow 5–10 business days for processing. Contact your child’s school or the Department of Family and Community Engagement at 904-390-2960 for questions or status updates
❗ Reminders All volunteers must be cleared before participating in any school activity. No volunteer cards will be issued by the district; schools manage their own volunteer records.

Orientations for new students to Frank H. Peterson is July 30th. Please arrive by the start time of your designated orientation. Plan to be here through the end time. Thank you! We are looking forward to meeting you! Students with last names beginning with the letters A-L will come to Peterson from 9 am to 12 pm. Students with last names beginning with the letters M-Z will come to Peterson from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm We will begin with a brief overview of your year to come and then break into groups to tour the campus, have your ID picture taken, and check out your laptop. All returning 10th-12th grade students, we will have a brief stop in on July 31st to pick up laptops from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. We can't wait to see you!

This Wednesday from 9 AM to Noon, we need your help! Projects: Painting talons Spreading mulch Planting fruit trees Bulletin boards As you can see, we could really use your help! Please bring gloves and shovels and wear clothes that are light and can get dirty! We will provide waters and snacks! We hope to see you!