We are looking for volunteers to help put together Valentine Grams for our next PBIS fundraiser in February.

If you are interested in volunteering, please respond using this form to specify the date/time you would like to volunteer. Thank you!

https://forms.gle/QSLEW5MMCQNmLFKJ9
3 months ago, Parris Abt

✨🏰 And the magic award goes to… 🏰✨

Please join us in giving a BIG round of applause to 🍎🎉 Ms. Courtney Feeney 🎉🍎, Fruitland Primary’s Teacher of the Year!

Like a true Disney hero, Ms. Feeney brings heart ❤️, dedication ✨, and a little bit of magic 🪄 into her classroom every single day. She inspires our students to dream big 🌟, believe in themselves 🏰, and love learning 📚—just like a happily-ever-after story in the making!

We are so lucky to have such a phenomenal teacher at FPS. Congratulations, Ms. Feeney—you make our school a magical place! 🐭🎈👑

3 months ago, Parris Abt
Feeney
Feeney

Happy Friday, FPS families! 🎉

As you head into the weekend, be sure to take a moment to check out our weekly calendar to stay up to date on important events, reminders, and upcoming activities at Fruitland Primary.

Thank you for your continued support—we’re looking forward to another great week ahead! 💙📅

3 months ago, Parris Abt
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🌙🐧 Night Four is officially ready for lights‑out laughs! 🐧🌙

Settle in tonight with the wonderful Ms. Holm as she shares the playful bedtime favorite Don’t Let the Penguin Stay Up Late! This mischievous little penguin is full of excuses, silliness, and charm — the perfect companion for a cozy nighttime wind‑down.

🎥 Watch tonight’s read‑aloud here: https://youtu.be/f8nPtqwx97g

Snuggle up, get comfy, and enjoy another magical moment in our bedtime read‑aloud week. I can shape the post for night five whenever you’re ready.

3 months ago, Parris Abt
Reminder: Wicomico County Public Schools will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.
3 months ago, Tracy Sahler
Information about Wicomico Schools being closed on Jan. 19 for Martin Luther King Day, in three languages
🌙🐧 Night Three is officially snuggle‑ready! 🐧🌙

Join the wonderful Mrs. Walter tonight as she brings the hilarious and heartwarming Tacky the Penguin to life. Tacky’s silly antics and big personality make this the perfect mid‑week bedtime story — light, fun, and full of charm.

🎥 Watch tonight’s read‑aloud here: https://youtu.be/12HlC4eAxH8

Settle in with your coziest blanket and enjoy another magical night of stories. Our bedtime week keeps getting better, and I can shape the post for night four whenever you’re ready.
3 months ago, Parris Abt
🌙🐑 Night Two of our Bedtime Read‑Aloud is officially live! 🐑🌙

Settle in for another cozy evening as one of our amazing second‑grade teachers brings the whimsical tale Russell the Sheep to life. It’s the perfect story for winding down — a little silly, a little sleepy, and totally sweet.

🎥 Watch tonight’s read‑aloud here: https://youtu.be/lUf136Ox-yo

Grab your favorite blanket, snuggle up tight, and enjoy this dreamy bedtime moment. More nighttime stories are on the way all week long. 🌜📚✨
3 months ago, Parris Abt

🌙✨ Bedtime just got a whole lot cozier! ✨🌙

We’re kicking off our first nightly read‑aloud for this week’s bedtime event, and you won’t want to miss it. Snuggle in with Mrs. Gilmore as she shares the beloved story Llama Llama Red Pajama — the perfect way to wind down and end the day with a smile.

🎥 Watch tonight’s read‑aloud here: https://youtu.be/o0XZ2GlTHLU

Grab your comfiest pajamas, your favorite stuffed friend, and settle in for a sweet storytime moment. More bedtime reads coming all week long… get ready for the cozy vibes to continue. 🌜📚💛

3 months ago, Parris Abt
Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary & Middle) are posted each week during the school year. The schedule of letter days is on school web pages in Live Feed, and on the school system's website, in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
3 months ago, Tracy Sahler
Elementary letter days
Elementary letter days in Spanish
Elementary letter days in Haitian Creole

📣 Families—don’t forget to check out our Friday Message! 📣
It’s packed with important updates, upcoming events, and reminders you won’t want to miss. Thank you for staying connected! 💙📬

3 months ago, Parris Abt
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Be sure to check out our Dates to Remember for January!
3 months ago, Parris Abt
January Days to Remember

Bedtime Stories Event: Be sure to check us out each night next week and register online if you are interested in attending our event on Friday.

https://forms.gle/UepYFFBzrvWyFdXm8

3 months ago, Parris Abt
Bedtime
Our January PBIS monthly incentive will take place on Friday, January 30th. Students with zero office referrals for the month of Janujary may participate in January's "Snowman Cookie" incentive. This will be a time to celebrate and reinforce positive behavior with a sweet treat. Remember to Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Ready to Learn, & Be Helpful!
3 months ago, Parris Abt
1/30 PBIS Cookie Incentive
CHILDREN and SCREEN TIME! On January 29, 2026, the Infants and Toddlers Program, in collaboration with the Judy Center, will host a caregiver training titled “Children and Screen Time: What We Know and What Should Parents Do About It?”

Dr. Matt Edelstein, Director of the Brief Treatment Clinic at the Kennedy Krieger Institute, will present to parents, caregivers, childcare providers, and private/parochial school partners during a morning and early evening session.

This is a free training for our community and is paid for using IDEA Part C and Judy Center grant funds. Dr. Edelstein’s presentation will provide attendees with greater knowledge and awareness of the impact of screen time on behavior and development. Additionally, attendees will learn more about how to set limits on devices and other media applications.

Reserve your spot today using the QR code on the flyer!
4 months ago, Paul Butler
Image of a flyer advertising A Training on Children and Screen Time by Dr. Matt Edelstein to anyone in Wicomico County on January 29, 2026
Due to expected icy roads in the morning, Wicomico County Public Schools will have a 90-minute delay on Monday, December 15. Breakfast will not be served in school. Students should follow their school’s instructions regarding the day’s schedule. Please be safe. Thank you.
4 months ago, Paul Butler
Image of flyer announcing School Status Change for Monday December 15th with a 90-Minute Delay

🎄✨ Holiday Break Reminder, FPS Families! ✨🎄
Fruitland Primary will be closed Monday, December 22nd through Friday, January 2nd for our Holiday Break.

We hope all of our students and families enjoy a safe, restful, and joy-filled break! 💙❄️

Students return to school on Monday, January 5th.
We can’t wait to see everyone back in the new year! 🎉📚

4 months ago, Parris Abt
Reminder
Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary & Middle) are posted each week during the school year. The schedule of letter days is on school web pages in Live Feed, and on the school system's website, in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
4 months ago, Tracy Sahler
Elementary letter days
Elementary letter days in Spanish
Elementary letter days in Haitian Creole
🎉 Happy Friday, FPS Families! 🎉
We’ve got a fun and festive week ahead as we count down to winter break! ❄️✨
Check out our weekly calendar to see all the excitement happening at Fruitland Primary — from Spirit Week fun to Polar Pals shopping and classroom celebrations. We can’t wait to wrap up 2025 with lots of joy and smiles! 💙🎄
4 months ago, Parris Abt
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Spirit Week Dec 15
Next week is a full week of school, but Winter Break will soon be upon us. Here are key dates to keep in mind for Winter Break.
4 months ago, Tracy Sahler
Winter Break dates
Winter Break dates in Spanish
Winter Break dates in Haitian Creole
Note for Monday, Dec. 8: Term 2 mid-term progress reports will come out Dec. 8 for students in grades 1-12. Be sure to review the progress report with the student to celebrate successes and set goals at the midpoint of the marking term.
4 months ago, Tracy Sahler
Progress Reports Dec. 8