November 6, 2015

Veterans Day Assembly

On November 11, at 1:50, Fremd High School will be holding an assembly to commemorate the sacrifices and commitment by those who have served our country to protect our freedoms. Last year's assembly--our first ever at Fremd--provided ample proof why schools should be in session on Veterans Day. Our students treated this ceremony with the respect and reverence our veterans deserve. Parents, you are also welcome to attend this event this year, but please know that seating is limited.

Information for veterans:

All veterans related to Fremd students and/or just members of the community are encouraged to attend and take a place of honor during the assembly.  No veteran will be asked to speak.  

If you are able to participate, we ask that you arrive between 1:00-1:15 PM.  Please let us know that you will be attending by filling out this quick RSVP:  VETERANS DAY OBSERVANCE RSVP. (Parents/non-vets do not need to RSVP.)

Cookie Sign-Up

The Fall Sports Awards Night is Tuesday November 17th at 7pm in the main gym.  As with every Sports Awards, we are asking parents to sign up and bring in cookies for a post event snack.  You can drop them off at the tables in the main hallway on your way into the ceremony.

With over 550 participants this fall, we will need well over 100 dozen cookies to have enough for the kids and their families.  

Please sign up for Fall Sports Awards Cookie Sign-up!

Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:

1. Click this link to go to our invitation page on VolunteerSpot: http://vols.pt/Zeub7K

2. Enter your email address: (You will NOT need to register an account on VolunteerSpot)

3. Sign up! Choose your spots - VolunteerSpot will send you an automated confirmation and reminders. Easy!

Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me and I can sign you up manually.

Highlights and Successes

• Congratulations to the Fremd Chess Team on their win over Palatine with a score of 64.5 vs 3.5. The chess team record this year in the MSL is 6 victories and 0 losses!
• Congratulations to this week’s Viking Pride winners:  Mia Ahlgrim, Justin Beeman, Dean Ganas, Kevin Gnaster, Jada Johnson, Stephanie Judkins, Rachel Kang, Jason Lang, Maria Luca, Kaleb Scharman, Trevor Schmidt, Rocco Stella, Arthur Szacik, Yuming Tian, and Varshini Veeramani.
• Congratulations to Coach Andrew Kittrell and the Girls Swimming/Diving Team on placing  2nd  at the  MSL Conference Meet.  Individuals receiving medals include:  Carly Goodsite was 3rd and Morgan Faulkner was 6th in diving; Grace Grzybek, Rebecca Ballo, Kristina Buzuloiu, and Becca Rutkowski were Conference Champions in the 200 Medley Relay;  Emily Bolger was 3rd in the 200 Free; Jiamin Huang was 6th and Grace Grzybek was 4th in the 200 IM; Becca Rutkowski was 2nd in the 50 Free;  Kristina Buzuloiu was 2nd and Paulina Pappas was 6th in the 100 Fly; Emily Bolger was 6th and Emily Kini was 5th in the 100 Free;  MJ Poss was 5th in the 500 Freestyle; Emily Kini, Becca Rutkowski, Emily Bolger and Grace Grzybek were 3rd in the 200 Free Relay; Jiamin Huang was 5th and Grace Grzybek was the Conference Champion in the 100 Back; Rebecca Ballo was 3rd in the 100 breaststroke; and Emily Kini, Becca Rutkowski, Jiamin Huang, and Emily Bolger were 2nd in the 400 Free Relay.

Upcoming Home Activities and Varsity Events

November 6	Musical - Sound of Music - 7:00 p.m.
November 7	Musical - Sound of Music - 7:30 p.m. Debate Invite - 7:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
November 9	Teacher Institute Day - no students
November 10-13	Fine Arts Fest - all school
November 11	Veterans Day - Assembly- 1:45-2:45 p.m.(gym)
November 13	Fremd Music Association Floral Design Showcase - Auditorium, 7:00 p.m.

For a more complete list, please visit our Athletics Page.

Staff Spotlight

Name: Steven Balsley

Position: Building and Grounds Manager

Years at Fremd: 2.5 years

Life Before Fremd: Purchasing Manager Par Development (Plote Homes), Operations Manager Kraft Foods

Hobbies/Interests: I enjoy golfing, gardening, music and spending quality time with family and friends.   

Insider Tip for Parents: Keep close with your children, get to know their friends and encourage them to think outside the box.

Ask the Principal

Are you curious about something at Fremd but have never asked? Email me at ktenopir@d211.org. If your question is pertinent to a wider audience, I will include it in the next blog post.