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MOTTO: Inspire with our Hearts, Lead with Humility, Soar with Pride.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Little Known Facts John Thompson & Microsoft
African American tech executive John Thompson has been appointed the new chairman of Microsoft Corporation, replacing chairman and co-founder Bill Gates. Thompson is the former CEO of Symantec Corporation and hopes to bring Microsoft into better competition with Apple and Google. He was the first and only African American leader of a major technology company and will continue the legacy with Microsoft. Thompson will work with the a new CEO, Satya Nadella. Thompson initially joined Microsoft in 2013 as director of the board. 64-year-old Thompson is a native of Fort Dix, New Jersey and was raised in Riviera Beach, Florida.

Franklin County School will not accept outside deliveries for students for Valentines Day.

Valentine Roses: TSIC students are taking orders for roses- $2.50 per rose or $25 per dozen. Extras: $1 for personalized card &
$1 for delivery at school. A TSIC student has been assigned to each grade level. Last day to order is Feb. 10. Delivery on 14th. Valentines Day Candy Grams: The 4th Grade will be taking orders for the candy grams at a cost of $1.00. Order forms due by the end of the day on Feb. 12. Deliveries will be made on Fri, Feb. 14; H/S & M/S during lunch.

**Miss Seahawk Entry Deadline: TODAY, Feb. 7, LAST DAY! Turn in entry form & fee of $60.00 to Ms. Clark by end of
the school day! The Miss Seahawk Pageant will be Saturday, Feb. 22, in the FCS cafeteria from 1:00-6:00pm

**Scholarships: Mediacom 2014 World Class: Available online www.mediacomworldclass.com DEADLINE: 2/15/14. Buick Achievers: Available online www.buickachievers.com DEADLINE: 2/28/14. KHM Foundation Legacy: $25,000 scholarship . Must have a GPA of 2.75-3.66 - DEADLINE: 3/1/14. Edwin G. Ruge: Available online www.csascholars.org DEADLINE: 3/3/14. Project Hope: MUST BE POSTMARKED no later than 4/1/14. DEADLINE: 4/1/14. Franklin-Gulf Retired Educators: For students going into teaching. Turn in to Mr. Robinson. DEADLINE: 4/30/14. Sussle: For more info visit http://sussle.org/scholarship - Awarded monthly Southern Scholarship Foundation: Students enrolling in one of the following colleges- FAMU, FSU, Florida Gulf
Coast University, University of Florida, Tallahassee Community College or Santa Fe Community College & demonstrate financial need, may apply for scholarship housing. For more info or to apply, go to http://www.southernscholarship.org/ . Applications are accepted year round; but the priority deadline is March 1 for those enrolling in the fall semester of 2014. FEBRUARY CHARACTER EDUCATION: HONESTY
Being truthful & trustworthy. Tell the truth. Quote: Honesty is the single most important factor having a direct bearing on the final success of an individual, corporation, or product. Ed McMahon MENU FOR FRIDAY 2/7/14 BREAKFAST Choices of Chicken & Biscuit, Breakfast Burrito, Lucky Charms Cereal, Pop Tart, Whole Grain Orange Loaf, Yogurt, Fresh Grapes, Diced Peaches, PBJ Graham, Milk LUNCH Choices of Chicken Nuggets, Tuna Chef Salad, Yogurt & Cheese Stick, Apple, Orange, Steamed Carrots, Sliced Cucumbers w/ Dip, Milk Grades 6-12 may choose Pepperoni Stuffed Crust Pizza

FCS WEEKLY CALENDAR OF EVENTS

**Fri, Feb 7: -SGA meeting in room 1105 during lunch -4th & 5th Grade ESE Special Music Class in room 331 (B. Parish), 1-2:00pm -H/S Brain Bowl meeting in room 1020 (DeVaughn), 2:20-3:00pm -Odyssey of the Mind meeting in room 1007 (Countryman), 2:30pm-5:00pm -Away M/S Softball & Baseball games vs Hosford @ 4:00pm (depart FCS @ 2:15pm) -Away JV/Varsity Softball games vs Rutherford, 5:00/7:00pm (depart FCS @ 1:30pm) -ACT testing in room 807 (Barbara Lee), 8:00am-12:00pm -Fundraiser: Bagging for Bucks at Cbelle IGA, 10:00am-2:00pm Odyssey of Mind -Boys Basketball Open Gym- Coach Sweatt

**Sat, Feb 8: **Sun, Feb 9:

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**Tue, Feb 11:

-9th Grade Class meeting in cafeteria during breakfast -Senior Class Officers meeting in library @ 11:00am- Croom -Junior Prom Committee meeting in room 809 (Gavigan) during lunch -SAPP meeting in room 1202 (Montgomery) during lunch -Chess Club in room 1009 (Collins), 2:10-3:10pm -H/S Brain Bowl meeting in room 1020 (DeVaughn) 2:20-3:00pm -Odyssey of the Mind meeting in room 1007 (Countryman), 2:30pm-5:00pm -Home JV/Varsity Softball games vs Blountstown, 5:00/7:00pm -Teacher of Year & School Related Employee of the Year Banquet in cafeteria @ 6:00pm -H/S Brain Bowl meeting in room 1020 (DeVaughn) during breakfast -Guest Speaker in Ms. Mount-Simmons room during 4th period class -FCA meetings in gym during MS and HS lunches -After School Tutoring, Gr 3-12: Snacks in cafeteria, 2:10-3:00pm; Tutoring in classrooms, 3:00-5:00pm -Home M/S Softball & Baseball games vs Altha @ 4:00pm -Home Varsity Baseball game vs Altha @ 5:00pm) -Home JV/Varsity Softball games vs Port St. Joe, 5:00/7:00pm -Hairspray Cast to meet in library @ 1:20pm- P. Creamer -Chess Club in room 1009 (Collins), 2:10-3:10pm -Drama Club in cafeteria, 2:30-3:30pm -H/S Brain Bowl meeting in room 1020 (DeVaughn), 2:20-3:00pm -Odyssey of the Mind meeting in room 1007 (Countryman), 2:30pm-5:00pm -Football Banquet at the Fish Camp Restaurant, Cbelle @ 6:00pm -PERT TESTING in room 1106 @ 9:00am -Guest Speaker Ms. Leach, International Culinary School of Arts: Fletchers Culinary classes 1-6 periods -H/S Brain Bowl meeting in room 1020 (DeVaughn) during breakfast -After School Tutoring, Gr 3-12: Snacks in cafeteria, 2:10-3:00pm; Tutoring in classrooms, 3:00-5:00pm -Home M/S Softball/ Baseball games Tolar @ 4:30pm -Away Varsity Baseball game vs Maclay @ 4:00pm -Away Varsity Softball game vs Altha @ 6:00pm (depart FCS @ 3:30pm)0
Mark Your Calendars

**Wed, Feb 12:

**Thu, Feb 13:

Teacher of Year & School Related Employee of Year Banquet: Feb. 10 Football Banquet: Feb. 12 Presidents Day NO SCHOOL STUDENTS: Feb. 17 (Teacher Planning Day) FLA Writes Testing (4, 8, & 10 Grades): Feb. 25 (Make-ups Feb. 26)
TEACHER/STAFF Info

**TOY & SREY BANQUET & DONATIONS: Mon, Feb. 10, in the cafeteria @ 6:00pm. Please turn in donations (gifts or money) for the eight candidates by TODAY, Feb. 7.
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AFLAC Representative Visit: Tues & Wed, Feb. 11 & 12, in the library from 10:30-3:30pm. Jerry & Christen will assist employees interested in the AFLAC Short-Term Disability policy & answer questions regarding disability coverage. The deadline to make any changes to your current coverage or to add coverage is Feb. 14. Staff- AXA Rep. Monthly Visit: Tues, Feb. 11, Jean Christie will be in the FCS library. Time: TBA Teachers FLA Writes Administration Training: Tues, Feb. 11, immediately after school. - Robinson Prof. Development K-5 Teachers: Sat, Feb. 15, in room 403, 8:00am-3:00pm -Lesson Planning- Stipend will be paid!

FCS STAFF BIRTHDAYS 2/3-2/9

Stephanie Sanders-cafeteria (2/3)

Miscellaneous
**Donations of Gently Used Coats: If anyone has coats no longer needed, please consider donating them to the school.
The coats would be made available for students who come to school without coats on cold days or for students to keep if needed. Coats should be turned in to Wanda Teat for elementary students or to Countryman, Solomon, or DeVaughn for upper grades. **FLA. 2013-14 ESE PARENT SURVEY: The Florida Department of Education is conducting a survey for
parents of students who have an Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), receive Exceptional Student Education (ESE) services and are currently attending a Florida Public School. The survey is open now through May 31, 2014. Please answer this survey at: http://www.esesurvey.com/Login.php

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BOX TOPS for EDUCATION: The Franklin County School PTO is collecting Box Tops! Please send all Box Tops to your child's teacher. Middle and High parents can save them too! Staff, please turn your Box Tops in to Mrs. Laura King or Lydia Countryman. GED INFO
The GED Test will not administered by the Franklin County School District until further notice. For alternative testing locations, contact Maxine Creamer at the Literacy Center at 670-4481. Franklin County School District is no longer required by the FL. Dept. of Education to keep GED records. Individuals interested in obtaining their GED diploma/transcripts must contact FLDOE at 850-245-0449 or at their website: ged.fldoe.org

**The Federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act states that children & youth who lack a fixed, regular, & adequate nighttime residence are considered homeless. If, due to a loss of housing, a child must live in a shelter, motel, vehicle, campground, on the street, in abandoned buildings, or doubled-up with relatives or friends, then he/she is eligible to receive services provided under the McKinney-Vento Act. For additional information contact Hengle Student & Family Assistance LLC., Sandi Hengle, Franklin County Schools Homeless Liaison, anytime at cell number (850) 323-0982 or email shengle@franklin.k12.fl.us FYI Parents - Student Documents & Forms Online: Parent documents of interest may be found at
www.franklincountyschools.org/schoolcodeofconduct.htm . Documents include but are not limited to: Code of Conduct, Student Progression Plan, FC Academy Handbook, Athletic Handbook, Parent's Right to Know, School Improvement Plans, Parent Involvement Plans, Student Records Manual, Supplemental Education Services (Tutoring), School Public Accountability Reports and the District Title I -5 Year Plan. All documents will be made available in Spanish upon request. Call 670-2810 x 4108 or email jmalone@franklin.k12.fl.us indef.

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