Dear Farnsley Families,

Thank you to all who attended Parent‑Teacher Conferences yesterday. We had a fantastic turnout, and we are truly grateful for the collaboration and meaningful conversations that support each student’s growth. Your partnership continues to strengthen our school community.

For families who were unable to attend, teachers are still available to meet during their designated planning periods:

6th Grade — 1:25–3:20 PM

7th Grade — 9:25–11:15 AM

8th Grade — 11:30 AM–1:20 PM

To schedule a conference, please contact your student’s team leader, who can help coordinate a time that works.

The end of the grading period is March 11, 2026, and Term 4 begins on March 12, 2026. Families can expect progress reports to come home sometime this week for all classes. Reviewing these together is a great way to help students reflect on their progress and set goals for the final term of the year.

Thank you to everyone who has already completed the Comprehensive School Survey. Our participation rate has increased to 32%, and we are working toward our goal of 50% by February 27. Your feedback directly informs school decisions, strengthens programs, and helps us create the best possible experience for all students.If you have not yet completed the survey, please take a few minutes to share your voice. Every response moves us closer to our goal.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Together, we remain committed to helping every Farnsley student thrive.

Warm regards,

Carolyn B Smith

Principal

School hours here at Farnsley are 8:40 am -3:20 pm. Arriving after 8:40 am or leaving before 3:20 pm will result in a TARDY on Infinite Campus Attendance.

     Being marked at least 3 TARDY to school = 1 Absence*

     Any student who has 3 ABSENT days from school (unexcused) or TARDY (unexcused) more than 3 times, is TRUANT.

     Any student who has been reported as TRUANT two times (a total of 6 days or more) is HABITUALLY TRUANT.

     Students who reach 15 or more UNEXCUSED ABSENCES will result in the district reporting them for possible Court Interventions.

How to help your student:

     Parents may write up to 10 parent notes a year when their child is absent or tardy.  These unexcused absences/tardies will turn to excused.  Any beyond that will remain unexcused, regardless the reason. 

     There is NO LIMIT to doctor/dentist/therapy notes; these are noted as Excused.

     Be sure to turn in all doctor/dentist/therapy appointment notes after each visit. Lost in their backpacks or lockers do not get documented.

     All notes should be turned in to the main office.

     Check Parent Portal to see the attendance of your student, you may notice some discrepancies in the record that you can support in making right.  When parents are more aware, we are able to best support the student all around. 

     Contact the school for additional resources to ensure your student is compliant with the state attendance requirements; we would love to support.

Parents/Guardians: Please use the link below to complete your Comprehensive School Survey

Students were given hard copies of NTI work packet 3 (Day 7-8) on January 22, 2025 and packet 4 (Day 9-10) on February 2, 2026 to bring home. These should be kept in a safe place at home, in case the district designates an NTI day.  Notice of the district using an NTI day will be communicated via the local news, Thrillshare, and school email communication.  More often, advanced notices are based on the current conditions of our weather or community.  Please be mindful of that and follow accordingly.  Digital copies of the work received will also be posted on teacher's Google Classrooms the day of NTI, and will also be accessible through the button on the Farnsley.us homepage. More information can be found using the link below.  Teachers will be accessible via email during the school day based on the schedule outlined. Students have 24-hours to turn in their NTI packets to their teachers once once we are back in school.  This counts towards attendance AND academic grades. 

February 25- 7th grade Creators to JA

February 26- 7th grade Responders to JA

February 27- 7th grade Producers to JA

March 9-- 6th grade Explore Pathway Reveal

March 10- Spring MAP (Reading)

March 12- Spring MAP (Math)

March 14-- Shamrock & Slay Cheer, Dance & Step Showcase @ Farnsley

April 3-- No School for Students

April 6-10-- No School for Students (Spring Break)

May 1-- No School for Students

May 19-- No School for Students

May 21-- 8th grade Promotion

For all Farnsley Athletics information, check out:

https://farnsleywildcats.com/