Newsletter

Week of May 12th

At a Glance:

  • Chapel Chat

  • Crusader Coffee & Conversations w/ Mr. Jonathan Lancaster

  • Important 25/26 Carpool Number Announcement

  • The Crusader Co. - Final Days to Shop!

  • Summer Reading & More!

  • Summer Camps at FPDS

  • The Strings Program:  Deadline May 15th

  • FPDS Upcoming Important Dates

CHAPEL CHAT:

"I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well."  - Psalm 139:14

What a special Chapel!  During this last nine weeks, we have had the privilege of partnering with Mustard Seed, supporting them through prayer and the tithes your children brought in.  This week, the "Seedsters" blessed us with a beautiful performance on the choral bells for our FPDS students. Afterward, we enjoyed fellowship at our "Squeeze the Day" lemonade stand.

We are so grateful to partner with such a wonderful organization and to see our students actively participating in giving and worship.

CRUSADER COFFEE & CONVERSATIONS W/ MR. JONATHAN LANCASTER:

Come meet our new FPDS Head of School! Join us for coffee and a warm welcome with Jonathan Lancaster on Thursday, May 15th, at 7:30am in Patterson Hall. Come grab a cup of coffee and introduce yourself.  

We’d love to see you there – please RSVP here!

IMPORTANT 25/26 CARPOOL NUMBER ANNOUNCEMENT:

Current FPDS families will keep their existing carpool numbers for the 2025-2026 school year. Please make sure to hold on to your current carpool number for continued use next year.

Thank you for your cooperation!

THE CRUSADER CLOTHING CO. - Final Days to Shop!

🚨 Don’t miss your chance to snag some FPDS spirit wear at half the price! 

  • Monday, May 14th: 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.

  • Tuesday, May 15th: 7:30 - 8:15 a.m. & 2:15 - 3:15 p.m.

💸 Everything is 50% off!

Can't make it? No worries! Just email Jennie Vandevere at jvandevere@fpds.org to make other arrangements. Stock up and show your Crusader pride! 💙💛

SUMMER READING & MORE

We’ve put everything you need for a successful summer all in one place—just click the links below!  Here’s what’s included:

  • 📚 Required Summer Reading – Each grade level has a specific reading list that students are expected to complete before the start of school. Be sure to review your child's list and get started early!

  • 🖥️ AR Testing Dates – Students will have several opportunities to visit campus and take AR tests on their summer reading books. Dates and times are listed for your convenience.

  • 📖 Summer Tutoring Options – Interested in extra support? Check out available tutoring opportunities to keep skills sharp over the summer break.

Whether you're looking to meet academic requirements or plan for summer fun, this link has everything you need to stay informed and prepared.

SUMMER CAMPS AT FPDS

☀️ Summer at FPDS! ☀️
Don't let "I'm bored..." be the soundtrack of your summer! Our amazing FPDS teachers and friends are hosting a variety of exciting camps for students of all ages. From digging in the dirt at Garden Camp, to diving into God’s Word, to building and coding in STEM and Robotics—we’ve got something for every curious mind. 🌱📖🤖

Check out the lineup:
• Sowing God's Seed Garden Camp
• God's Workmanship Art & Bible Camp
• SPY School
• Lights, Camera, Action!
• Mind Movers
• Storytime STEAM
• Junior Coding & Robotics

Spots fill quickly, so click here to learn more and register today!

THE STRINGS PROGRAM:

🎻 Strings Program Registration is LIVE!
Families of rising 3rd–6th graders—don’t miss this opportunity! If your child is interested in learning violin or other string instruments before or after school next year, we’ve got all the info you need.  Check your inbox for the full details, or go ahead and click here to register now.  The deadline to register is May 15, so don’t wait!

FPDS UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES:

Click Here for FPDS School Calendar.

May 12 - Mom's In Prayer / 8:00 AM

May 12-14 - 6th Grade Trip (Universal Studios)

May 14 - Kindergarten Parent/Teacher Conferences

May 15 - Crusader Coffee & Conversations w/ Jonathan Lancaster / 7:30 AM

May 15 - TOTS Performance (K3 & K4) / 8:15 AM

May 16 - 6th Grade Graduation

May 20 - Kindergarten Graduation / Last Day for Kindergarten

May 21 - Last Day of School (Early Dismissal)

“Speak to all the congregation of the people of Israel and say to them, You shall be holy, for I the Lord your God am holy.”  

Leviticus 19:2