Week of April 6th-10th
No School on Friday!
The Bond Election is one week away! Please remember to vote!
Dear Friend Public School Families,
We want to share information regarding an upcoming school bond election so that all families are aware and prepared to participate.
Election Details
Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Location: Regular polling places
Time: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
This election will allow voters to consider a $2,400,000 bond issue for Friend Public School.
Proposed Project
If approved, the bond would fund the construction of a three-classroom addition with restrooms that will also serve as a storm shelter.
Why is this being considered?
The new classrooms would replace existing portable classrooms that were intended to be temporary and now require significant repairs.
The classrooms would be built as safe rooms, providing stronger protection during severe weather for all students.
The addition would allow Pre-K and Kindergarten students to be housed with the elementary grades in the same area of the building.
Tax Impact
If the bond passes, there would be an increase in property taxes.
Example: A homeowner currently paying $1,000 per year in school property taxes would pay approximately $95 more annually.
We encourage all eligible voters to take part in this election and make their voices heard.
Thank you for your continued support of Friend Public School and our students.
Sincerely,
We want to share information regarding an upcoming school bond election so that all families are aware and prepared to participate.
Election Details
Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Location: Regular polling places
Time: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
This election will allow voters to consider a $2,400,000 bond issue for Friend Public School.
Proposed Project
If approved, the bond would fund the construction of a three-classroom addition with restrooms that will also serve as a storm shelter.
Why is this being considered?
The new classrooms would replace existing portable classrooms that were intended to be temporary and now require significant repairs.
The classrooms would be built as safe rooms, providing stronger protection during severe weather for all students.
The addition would allow Pre-K and Kindergarten students to be housed with the elementary grades in the same area of the building.
Tax Impact
If the bond passes, there would be an increase in property taxes.
Example: A homeowner currently paying $1,000 per year in school property taxes would pay approximately $95 more annually.
We encourage all eligible voters to take part in this election and make their voices heard.
Thank you for your continued support of Friend Public School and our students.
Sincerely,
Report Cards are coming home today!
Join us for our Friend Falcon Spotlight next Tuesday! 1st-4th grade will be featured in a music showcase.
This week at Friend School
Spring Break is just a few hours away! Enjoy your time with family and make special memories!
The Book Fair is coming!
It's a busy day at Friend School! Our 3rd and 4th-grade Festival will begin at 4:00 PM. The Friend Fire Department Dinner will be in the cafetorium from 3:30 PM to 8:00 PM! Please go by and support our local heroes! We have a school board meeting at 6:30 PM and will celebrate February students of the month. #Falcon Strong!
Good Morning,
The games today will be moved up by 30 minutes and begin at 4:00 PM. Due to possible weather. If your child is playing at 4:00 PM or 4:30 PM, they may stay after school! See you this afternoon!
The games today will be moved up by 30 minutes and begin at 4:00 PM. Due to possible weather. If your child is playing at 4:00 PM or 4:30 PM, they may stay after school! See you this afternoon!
This week at Friend School!
Good Weather Days 2026
Students are in the lead!
Make sure your child reads for at least 20 minutes every day!
Make sure your child reads for at least 20 minutes every day!
Spring Break is March 16th-20th
Dear Falcon Families,
We recently completed a Risk & Vulnerability Assessment of our campus. We are happy to share that the evaluation showed we are doing a great job in many areas of school safety. At the same time, we believe there is always room for improvement when it comes to protecting our students and staff.
As part of our continued efforts to strengthen safety and consistency, we are reinforcing the following procedures:
All parents and visitors must check in at the main office upon arrival. This has always been our expectation; however, we have had instances where this step was skipped. Moving forward, this procedure must be followed every time.
Please do not go directly to your child’s classroom unless you have been directed to do so by the office.
All visitors will be required to sign in while on campus.
These steps are not about inconvenience. They are about protection. School safety depends on consistent procedures, and safety will always be more important than convenience.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we continue working to provide a safe and secure environment for every student. Thank you for partnering with us to keep Friend School safe.
Thank you!
We recently completed a Risk & Vulnerability Assessment of our campus. We are happy to share that the evaluation showed we are doing a great job in many areas of school safety. At the same time, we believe there is always room for improvement when it comes to protecting our students and staff.
As part of our continued efforts to strengthen safety and consistency, we are reinforcing the following procedures:
All parents and visitors must check in at the main office upon arrival. This has always been our expectation; however, we have had instances where this step was skipped. Moving forward, this procedure must be followed every time.
Please do not go directly to your child’s classroom unless you have been directed to do so by the office.
All visitors will be required to sign in while on campus.
These steps are not about inconvenience. They are about protection. School safety depends on consistent procedures, and safety will always be more important than convenience.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we continue working to provide a safe and secure environment for every student. Thank you for partnering with us to keep Friend School safe.
Thank you!
Read Across America Week
March 2nd–6th
We are kicking off a week full of books, dress-up days, and friendly competition! Join us as we dive into some of our favorite Dr. Seuss stories.
🎩 Monday, March 2nd
The Cat in the Hat
Dress Up: Wear a Hat! Put on your favorite cap, cowboy hat, beanie, or silly hat!
📖 Read-a-Thon Kickoff:
Students vs. Staff!
Who can read the MOST words this week? Words will be counted until Friday at 11:00 AM!
The winning team earns an extra recess on Friday!
💚 Tuesday, March 3rd
Green Eggs & Ham
Dress Up: Wear Green! “I do so like green eggs and ham!” Wear green — or your green school spirit shirt!
🤪 Wednesday, March 4th
Wacky Wednesday
Dress Up: Wacky Day! Wear mismatched clothes, backwards outfits, crazy combinations!
🧦 Thursday, March 5th
Fox in Socks
Dress Up: Silly Sock Day Pull out those wild, colorful, or mismatched socks!
🎓 Friday, March 6th
Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Dress Up: College or Career Day Wear your favorite college shirt or dress for the career you dream of having one day!
March 2nd–6th
We are kicking off a week full of books, dress-up days, and friendly competition! Join us as we dive into some of our favorite Dr. Seuss stories.
🎩 Monday, March 2nd
The Cat in the Hat
Dress Up: Wear a Hat! Put on your favorite cap, cowboy hat, beanie, or silly hat!
📖 Read-a-Thon Kickoff:
Students vs. Staff!
Who can read the MOST words this week? Words will be counted until Friday at 11:00 AM!
The winning team earns an extra recess on Friday!
💚 Tuesday, March 3rd
Green Eggs & Ham
Dress Up: Wear Green! “I do so like green eggs and ham!” Wear green — or your green school spirit shirt!
🤪 Wednesday, March 4th
Wacky Wednesday
Dress Up: Wacky Day! Wear mismatched clothes, backwards outfits, crazy combinations!
🧦 Thursday, March 5th
Fox in Socks
Dress Up: Silly Sock Day Pull out those wild, colorful, or mismatched socks!
🎓 Friday, March 6th
Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
Dress Up: College or Career Day Wear your favorite college shirt or dress for the career you dream of having one day!
March Menu
This Week at Friend School
Picture Day for teams, Kindergarten Graduation, and 8th Grade Graduation is on Friday!
