Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology

Way to go to two of our Culinary Arts students who competed in the school division of the Railyard BBQ Competition and winning first place!!!! Thank you to Chef Southerland for making this a great experience for our students! Thank you to the many culinary students who helped perfect the BBQ sauces over the past few weeks! Thank you to the parents who helped load, unload, provide support and assistance! Way to go!!!! #frankhpeterson #culinaryarts #smokedmeats #railyardbbq #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool

Peterson Families! Please see the attached flyer to receive a spring break food bag! The deadline to request a bag is March 3rd. Thank you!

Hello – I am excited to see you all next Thursday, February 20th at 6:00 PM in the Wright Place Restaurant on Campus to talk about our 2027 travel program to France, Belgium and the Netherlands! Here are just a few examples of the incredible things we’ll be doing there: Cruise down the famous canals in Amsterdam Visit Anne Frank’s House Make your own chocolate in Belgium Explore Paris, the “City of Light” and see the Eiffel Tower sparkle at night! See the Mona Lisa at the Louvre museum There is limited space available so it will be important to attend. There will also be a special $1,000 scholarship opportunity so you won’t want to miss this! Don’t forget to RSVP here to let me know you’re coming and to receive all of the follow up information. Best, Ms. Hansen

Hello! I’m reaching out again to remind you about our France, Belgium and the Netherlands Parent Info Session on Thursday, February 20th. I know this experience will give our students the chance to step out of their comfort zones, gain confidence, explore new cultures, and see the world from a completely different perspective. As a reminder, an RSVP is required to join us. RSVP here to confirm your spot at the meeting and to receive all of the follow up information. Looking forward to seeing you all there, Brittany Hansen

Good afternoon, Peterson People! I want to again recognize these three students for their initiative for joining The River City Readers platform and making reading a regular part of their lives!! This is time well spent!! Check out the story on New4Jax: https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2025/01/28/just-the-beginning-river-city-readers-marks-one-year-of-opening-doors-to-new-worlds/ Thank you to all of our students who use the time provided in your academy classes to read! Literacy has incredible benefits in a person's life, and we are glad that our students are developing this very healthy habit now!! I am sure that the Mayor will have another round of River City Reads, so be on the lookout! Also, If you have not yet created your public library account using your school ID, do so today!! You can check out up to three materials at a time, and they have a large selection of electronic books, as well! Way to go, Kendrick, Ian and Kendra!!!!

Congratulations to Ian Peppers, Kendra Kirby, and Kendrick Battle for being 3 of the TOP 5 Readers!! We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ian Peppers, Kendra Kirby, and Kendrick Battle for their outstanding achievement in the Mayor Deegan's River City Reading Initiative. Being recognized as three of the top five students is a testament to their dedication, hard work, and passion for learning. Your achievements not only highlight your individual talents but also serve as an inspiration to other students in our community. By excelling in the River City Reading Initiative, you have shown the importance of literacy and the power of education. Keep embracing challenges, exploring new worlds through books, and sharing your love of reading with others. We are incredibly proud of you and excited to see where your academic journey takes you next. Congratulations once again on this well-deserved recognition! #frankhpeterson #readersareleaders #readforabetterlife #reading #top5students #collegeandcareerready #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #academicexcellence #yourfutureisbright #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool

Dear Families, Exciting news! I will be leading a group from our school community on an educational tour in the summer of 2027. Selected students, parents and faculty are going to have the most unforgettable experience in France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Together, we will stroll down iconic canals and pass narrow rows of gabled houses in Amsterdam, before delving into the country’s poignant past at the Anne Frank House. In Brussels, we’ll see how the European Union headquarters lends the city a note of modern political importance. And in Paris, we’ll experience a strong sense of culture, history, and national pride within the iconic landmarks and world-class art museums. It’s going to be incredible! I will be hosting an info session for families to learn more on Thursday, February 20th. A parent/guardian RSVP is required to receive the meeting location and the follow up information. Please RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4g6lhlP I am looking forward to this fantastic journey together and I hope to see you on February 20th! Sincerely, Brittany Hansen

Good afternoon, Peterson People, Schools are closed tomorrow due to potential for inclement weather. Activities and tutoring are running today. Please stay safe and warm! We will keep you posted of any new developments.

We have a few more tour dates before the end of the school year! Visit our campus and tour our award winning career academies! Thursday, January 16th from 5-7 PM Tuesday, January 21st from 9-11 AM Tuesday, January 28th from 9-11 AM and 5-7 PM We hope to see you! #frankhpeterson #careeracademies #cte #collegeandcareerready #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer

8th Grade Students!! Come out to Frank H. Peterson for a tour of our Career Academies!! We offer 8 career pathways for students to take as their electives while at FHP. Agriscience and Vet Assisting Automotive  Aviation Communications Cosmetology Culinary Arts Early Childhood Education Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing While students earn INDUSTRY certifications, they may also engage in dual enrollment course work while during their junior and senior year in high school right on our campus! This means students may take up to 10 college courses before graduating from high school! We will begin tours with a brief presentation at 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM, but you are welcome to come anytime between 9 AM and 2:00 PM for a tour! We hope to see you! @followers @duvalschools

Good afternoon, Peterson People, Be sure to invite friends and neighbors with 8th grade students to visit us Jan. 11 th for School Showcase Saturday. We will have tours of our academies at 9, 10:45, 12:30 and 2:00 pm. Thank you so much!!

January's SAC meeting is Thursday, January 9th at 1:00 PM in the main office conference room. All are invited to attend.

Welcome Back, Silver Eagles! Bundle up! Tomorrow and the remainder of the week are going to be chilly! Tomorrow, all students report to their HOMEROOM. You will receive a copy of your schedule and go over a couple of important items. Come prepared! Bring your school supplies, including your laptop and charger, and get ready to start your 2nd semester strong! We cannot wait to see tomorrow!

Good evening, Peterson People, Please know that Hazel Health will be available to your students through the break. See the attachment for the days they are closed. Thank you!

SAVE the DATE!! Class of 2025, your graduation date is set! Friday, May 30th @ 6:00 PM University of North Florida Arena

Do you have thoughts about what is working well in our school district? Ideas for improvement or concerns? You are invited to attend and engage with Superintendent Dr. Bernier in a discussion about the current state and future of Duval County Public Schools. All events begin at 6 p.m. and will conclude at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10 - Twin Lakes Academy Middle School 8050 Point Meadows Drive, 32256 Dec. 12 - James Weldon Johnson Middle School 3276 Norman E. Thagard Blvd., 32254 Dec. 17 - Alfred I. duPont Middle School 2710 duPont Ave., 32217 Jan. 14 - Kernan Middle School 2271 Kernan Blvd. S., 32246 Jan. 16 - Highlands Middle School 10913 Pine Estates Rd. E., 32218 Jan. 21 - Chaffee Trail Middle School 11770 Sam Caruso Way, 32221 Jan. 23 - Arlington Middle School 8141 Lone Star Rd., 32211 Please plan to join Dr. Bernier and share your views on the future of our district!

Good evening, Peterson People, Our schools are eligible to receive additional federal funding for students whose parents work at Jacksonville’s Navy bases or other U.S. government agencies, such as the Postal Service. This funding supports our schools by helping to pay teachers and staff, purchase instructional materials, and cover other school expenses. To secure these funds, parents and guardians need to confirm their federal employment status through an annual survey. If you haven't completed the survey already, please take a moment to use your linked parent account to access FOCUS in the Family Portal and fill out this brief survey. Thank you for helping us secure valuable resources for our students! Completing this survey will provide you full access to your OneView account, including your parent Focus account. https://dcps.duvalschools.org/o/dcps/page/get-linked Thank you!

Frank H. Peterson welcomes you to tour any one or all of our Master Academies! Please see the designated dates and times on the accompanying flyer. A fun-filled community-oriented, family day at Frank H. Peterson is coming soon: Saturday, November 23rd we will have our Annual Career Academy Showcase and Car Show from 10 AM to 2 PM!

All 8th Grade Students! We invite you to our campus Saturday, November 23rd for our Career Academy Showcase and Auto Show! Tours from 10 AM to 2 PM! Come on out to see all that we have to offer for your high school experience! We hope to see you!

Peterson Roses! PLEASE turn in your signed permission forms for GenWOW NO LATER THAN TOMORROW!