Fort Ann Elementary School

A father-daughter duo visited our fourth-grade students during our second Career Day! Joe Rosick, of Rosick Drilling, allowed students to examine his truck and described how he repairs water pumps, drills wells, and digs holes for heating and cooling systems. Ashley Courcelle, Case Manager for the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, explained how she makes sure her clients receive the services, support, and counseling they need. Thanks to our presenters and to Ms. LaVine for organizing!

Our elementary teachers created book characters with pumpkins, and students voted on their favorites! The winner will be announced on Halloween! Which one is your favorite? 🎃

ELEMENTARY HALLOWEEN PARADE LOCATION CHANGE!
Due to the weather forecast, our Halloween parade will take place tomorrow at 8:30 am in the auditorium. Parents may sign in at the cafeteria upon arrival and proceed to the auditorium starting at 8:20 am. We hope to see you there! 👻

🎤🎷 Going to the All-County Vocal and Jazz Festival on November 8? Get your tickets now and avoid the lines! Click here: https://wcamta.booktix.com/

🎶🎻 Fourth graders went to Proctor's Theater to see the Empire State Youth Orchestra and then went out for lunch!

The Scholastic “Spooktacular” Book Fair is here and ready for students to visit starting today through Friday, October 31 during school hours!

Learn more about Northern Living's event "Operation Share the Warmth: Photos with Santa & Holiday Fun", taking place on Saturday, December 14, in Lake George. https://northernlivingny.com/operation-share-the-warmth/

Mrs. Irish's third-graders made cards for our awesome custodians to celebrate National Custodian Day!

Thank you to the Fort Ann and West Fort Ann Volunteer Fire Company for visiting our school for Fire Prevention Week! All of our elementary students found out what to do if there's a fire at home and got an up-close look at a fire truck!!

Is your fourth grader interested in playing an instrument? Come to our John Keal info night and instrument petting zoo! 🎷🎺🥁

Seeing double on twin day! 👯

Brother and sister Travis and Taylor Scarincio joined our fourth graders today for our first Career Day of the year! Miss Scarincio, a nurse in the cardiac cath lab at Glens Falls Hospital, discussed how she helps patients and the training required to pursue her career. Mr. Scarincio, a Realtor with Hunt Real Estate in Glens Falls and a second-year speaker, taught students basic information about homeownership and how a Realtor assists people in buying and selling houses. They both talked about what they love most about their jobs and encouraged students to continue learning and growing.

Caleo Counseling will offer services at Fort Ann - see below for more information.

Our Pre-K had a teddy bear picnic, bringing their favorite furry friends for snacks and smiles!

We had a great first day of school!

Fort Ann is offering our Backpack Program again this year! Coordinated by our Family Outreach Center, it is available to participating families for no charge! Every Friday that school is in session, a bag filled with non-perishable food items will be sent home for your family. Look for a letter from school or visit our website https://fortanncsdny.sites.thrillshare.com/page/family-outreach-center for more information on how to sign up!

Our fourth graders took a trip to the Fort Ann Town Hall to learn more about local government. Students loved hearing about the different positions and how everyone works together to support our town. Thank you to Mrs. Herringshaw for organizing this!