FES News
Our librarian Mrs. Koenig helped to lead us in celebrating Read Across America this week at Farmdale with themed dress days and books set up in our common areas for everyone to enjoy. Today, we dressed like rockstars, because reading rocks!! Please enjoy some photos from today.
Please sign up for spring parent teacher conferences this week! Parents and guardians at all grade levels will have an opportunity to meet with their child’s teacher(s) to discuss academic progress.
Conference times and dates:
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Wednesday, March 11 (1:30-3:30 p.m.) - Elementary Conferences
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Thursday, March 12 (1:30-3:30 p.m.) - Elementary Conferences
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Friday, March 13 (8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.) - K-12 Conferences
You should have received an email link from your child's teachers to schedule a time to meet with them. Make sure to click on the link for the specific teacher you are attempting to schedule with, as each link is unique to that teacher. If you have not received an email from a teacher you want to have a conference with, please reach out to them directly.
Thank you for partnering with us to support your child's academic success!
Please see a list below of March Farmdale Activities:
–3/2: End of 2nd Trimester
–3/3: Begin 3rd Trimester
–3/2-3/6: The Great Shamrock Hunt
–3/2-3/5:Read Across America
–3/2-3/13: FPA Spring Spirit Wear Sale: https://farmdalefalconsgear.itemorder.com/shop/home/
–3/9: Hempfield Foundation Bookmark Contest Submissions Due
–3/10: Kindergarten Orientation 6:15-7:30 PM
–3/11: Early 1:00 PM Dismissal
–3/11: Parent/Teacher Conferences 1:30-3:30 PM
–3/12: Early 1:00 PM Dismissal
–3/12: Parent/Teacher Conferences 1:30-3:30 PM
–3/13: No School for Students, Teacher In Service
–3/13: Parent/Teacher Conferences 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
–3/16: No School
–3/19: Preschool Connections-26/27 Incoming Kindergarteners- Bus Ride 12:50-1:30 PM
–3/19: Let the Games Begin Olympic Papers Due
–All month: Yearbooks on Sale: ybpay.lifetouch.com, school ID code: 1051126
It’s hard to believe spring is just beginning, and football activities are just a little over four months away!
MYAA is excited to share several important updates for the 2026 Football season:
- Please join us in welcoming Chad Herr to the MYAA Football Family as our new Assistant Football Commissioner. Chad is deeply committed to helping our athletes grow on and off the field and has several exciting initiatives planned for this year.
- Families who register now through April 15, 2026, will receive a $50 Early Bird Discount.
Register today at Football.Mountville.org. Discount applies automatically at checkout.
--All registrations must be completed online--
About the League
MYAA participates in the Capital Area Football League (CFA), known for its high level of competition. Defenses are more disciplined, offenses are more explosive, and very few teams can rely on talent alone. Learn more at CFAYFL.com.
If you have any questions about MYAA Football, please contact Chad directly:
717‑575‑4348 or MountvilleYouthFootball@gmail.com
Thank you for considering Mountville Football for your player!
March is a busy month here at Farmdale! Please see a list of events and details below to learn more.
–3/2: End of 2nd Trimester
–3/3: Begin 3rd Trimester
–3/2-3/6: The Great Shamrock Hunt
–3/2-3/5:Read Across America
–3/2-3/13: FPA Spring Spirit Wear Sale
–3/9: Hempfield Foundation Bookmark Contest Submissions Due
–3/10: Kindergarten Orientation 6:15-7:30 PM
–3/11: Early 1:00 PM Dismissal
–3/11: Parent/Teacher Conferences 1:30-3:30 PM
–3/12: Early 1:00 PM Dismissal
–3/12: Parent/Teacher Conferences 1:30-3:30 PM
–3/13: No School for Students, Teacher In Service
–3/13: Parent/Teacher Conferences 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
–3/16: No School
–3/19: Preschool Connections Bus Ride 12:50-1:30 PM
–3/19: Let the Games Begin Olympic Papers Due
–All month: Yearbooks on Sale
**March 2-6: The Great Shamrock Hunt
The first week of March, we will host the Great Shamrock Hunt. Fifteen shamrocks are hidden throughout the building for one week. If a student finds a shamrock, they can turn it in for a prize. The prizes are provided by the Faculty-Parent Association.
**March 2-5: Read Across America
During Read Across America week this year, we are celebrating the theme Reading is Special. What better way to celebrate than by reading and listening to books that highlight our special area classes — PE, Art, Library, and Music? Please see the image below for the corresponding spirit week dress days.
**March 2-13: FPA Spring Spirit Wear Sale
The Farmdale FPA Spirit Wear store is now open! Orders must be placed by March 13th. All items will be delivered to Farmdale approximately three weeks after the store closes. Spirit Wear will be sent home with students unless you note in the order comments that you would prefer to pick up at the building. Shop online here: https://farmdalefalconsgear.itemorder.com/shop/home/
**March 9: Deadline for Bookmark Submissions
The Hempfield Foundation is excited to announce the 4th Annual Bookmark Contest to celebrate Read Across America Month this March! The contest encourages students at all grade levels to showcase their creativity while celebrating the joy of reading. Winners in each category will receive a $25 Barnes and Noble gift card and the winning designs will be shared with the entire district! All submissions are due to teachers by Monday, March 9th.
**March 10: Kindergarten Orientation Meeting
We look forward to seeing you and your incoming kindergartner during Kindergarten Orientation Night!
When: Tues. March 10th from 6:15 PM to 7:30 PM
Where: Farmdale Elementary School
For: Incoming 2026-2027 Kindergartners and their Families
During this time, your student will meet with our Reading Team for some fun activities while parents rotate through three sessions with the kindergarten teachers and other faculty members. Doors open at 6:15 PM. A parent presentation will be held in the gym beginning promptly at 6:30 PM. Staff will be on hand this evening to answer any questions and also assist with kindergarten registration for anyone who has not yet completed the process.
**March 19: Incoming Kindergarten Bus Ride
Thursday, March 19th is our final Preschool Connections session from 12:50-1:30 PM. This session will be all about bus safety, culminating in a bus ride for our 26-27 incoming kindergarten students. We invite a parent/guardian to bring their preschooler, learn about bus safety, and then wave goodbye as the students take a short bus ride with our reading team members.
**Yearbooks on Sale Now
Yearbooks are now on sale until April 12. Students are bringing order forms home this week. Orders are accepted online only and the cost is $13. Click here to order online: ybpay.lifetouch.com and use school ID code: 1051126.