This week we celebrate our school counselors, who help our students dream big! Thank you for all you do to be there each day for students! #Hereforthekids

What a wonderful OES community event! PTO BINGO night was a huge success! Thank you to all who joined us and helped with set up and clean up. #ExplorerNation




OES PTO Bingo Night is happening tonight (2/3) from 5-7pm. Doors open at 445pm. Donations to West Warehouse Food Pantry at door. Bring your own food/snacks. ALL students must be accompanied by an adult for duration of event.
Be a part of Mapping our Future.
Committee work on the Continuous School Improvement Plan (CSIP), began last month as a part of the sixth, and most recent, Missouri School Improvement Program (MSIP 6). The steering committee has been gathering data and conducting surveys to help define the focus of its work as Fort Zumwalt creates its guiding document for the next three years.
At the Feb. 7 forum (next Tuesday), participants will hear from the committee about its work so far and have the opportunity to ask questions about the CSIP process and the district’s goals.
https://app.peachjar.com/flyers/2404281/schools/94314

Introducing your 22-23 Ostmann Employee & Educator of the Year, Mrs. Van Liere & Mrs. Close. Well deserved recognition for their outstanding work on behalf of students! #ExplorerNation

OES Student Leadership is collecting for the West Warehouse this week and at Bingo Night on Friday. Items most in need are boxed meals like Hamburger Helper, Mac & Cheese, Chef Boyardee, and individual bags of snacks such as crackers, granola bars, or fruit snacks.

Jan. 30, 2023, will be an AMI day in Fort Zumwalt School District. Students grades 6 - 12 should log in to Canvas. Students grades Pre-K - 5 should complete AMI packet No. 1. Remember, AMI Days do not have to be made up. Get all you need to know at go.FZSD.us/AMIDays.

Jan. 30, 2023, will be an AMI day in Fort Zumwalt School District. Students grades 6 - 12 should log in to Canvas. Students grades Pre-K - 5 should complete AMI packet No. 1. Remember, AMI Days do not have to be made up. Get all you need to know at go.FZSD.us/AMIDays.

If you haven't already, download the app. Keep up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. Keep up with the weather! It's everything Fort Zumwalt, in your pocket
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If you haven't already, download the app. Keep up with the latest student stories, events, and news updates. Keep up with the weather! It's everything Fort Zumwalt, in your pocket
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3w6NXGW
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3zQUgQb

Today fifth graders shared their research with the entire school in a wax museum. They did an amazing job and engaged all of the students. #ExplorerNation




The OES library has a few new cuddly guests! These plush friends help readers dive into fiction and non-fiction books in a fun and engaging way. #ExplorerNation




No School Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023.
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023 will be a traditional SNOW DAY in Fort Zumwalt School District. All students, teachers and staff (other than 12-month employees) will be off Wednesday, Jan. 25, due to inclement weather. Just a reminder, this means the day will have to be made up at the end of the school year. Again, Jan. 25 will be a traditional snow day in Fort Zumwalt School District.

Keeping an eye on the forecast? We are, too. Check out go.FZSD.us/AMIDays for inclement weather plans. Then, download the FZ app, free for Apple/Android. Go to settings, subscribe to your schools and turn on notifications so you get important info when you need it. Tell a friend!

The state Office of Special Education is asking for input from parents, teachers, and other professionals and stakeholder groups that work with special needs students. Please complete this short survey (should take only 5-7 minutes of your time) to provide your important perspective as the state Office of Special Education works to improve services in Missouri for school-age children with special needs. The survey closes Jan. 31
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DESEStakeholderEngagement
So proud of all of the amazing spellers, especially our very own 4th grader Ryan, who represented Explorer Nation in this evenings District Spelling Bee!

First Grade students hitting their mid-year stride with writing. It is so very exciting to see how much their writing has grown this year. #ExplorerNation




Celebrating the contributions of Martin Luther King, jr.

Our students enjoyed visiting with the West High League of Leaders at lunch Friday. Learning leadership skills every day and putting them into action!



Tune in to the regular Superintendent's Update with #FZSupt Dr. Bernie DuBray. We're halfway through the school year! Checking in on achievements, work for semester two and music from student ensembles. Find the FORTiTUDE podcast wherever you get your podcasts or, check this episode here:
https://www.fz.k12.mo.us/article/948082

