Dear Farnsley Families,

As we continue to navigate winter weather, we want to remind families that today is NTI Day 4 and tomorrow will be NTI Day 5. Thank you for your continued flexibility and support as students engage in learning from home.

Please remember that students are expected to complete all NTI assignments and submit their work within 24 hours of returning to the building, unless otherwise directed by their teachers. All Farnsley staff members are available throughout the day via email to support students and families, answer questions, and provide clarification as needed. We encourage students to reach out if they need help staying on track.

We also want to remind families to complete the Comprehensive School Survey (CSS) if you have not yet done so. Currently, we are at 22% completion, and our goal is 80% participation. This feedback is essential in helping us reflect, grow, and make informed decisions that best support our students and school community. Your voice truly matters.

Additionally, information regarding Parent-Teacher Conferences will be sent home by grade level teams next week. Conferences will be held on February 17 from 8:30 AM–3:30 PM. We look forward to partnering with families to discuss student progress and support continued growth.

Thank you for your continued partnership, patience, and support of our students and staff. Together, we will continue working to ensure all Farnsley students remain engaged, supported, and successful.

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 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.  

     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.

     All notes should be turned in to the main office.

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 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.

January 28 & 29, 2026-- Day 4 & 5 NTI

February 4-- 6th grade Explore Showcase

February 12-- School Valentine's Dance 5-7pm

February 16- Gold Day-- No School for students

February 17-- Parent/Teacher Conferences

March 9-- 6th grade Explore Pathway Reveal

For all Farnsley Athletics information, check out:

https://farnsleywildcats.com/

Spring Sports Interest Survey Now Open 

Farnsley Middle School is preparing for the upcoming spring sports season, and we want to hear from our students. The Spring Sports Interest Survey is now open for any student who is interested in participating in a spring sport.

All students considering spring sports are encouraged to complete the survey using the link below:
https://forms.gle/DNYFBPxScYqthEXP6

Survey results will help our athletic department plan for the upcoming spring season, including team offerings, staffing, and scheduling. Completing the survey does not commit a student to a team, but it is an important step in helping us prepare and ensure opportunities are available for all interested student-athletes.

If your student plans to participate in spring sports, please be sure to complete the survey as soon as possible.