Little Spartans Preschool

BEGINNING MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2024 Parents and Guardians, In our continued efforts to enhance convenience and simplify your lives, we have partnered with LINQ to implement LINQ Connect. This innovative platform is designed to improve the way you make payments for various school-related expenses, including: •School lunches • Apply for free and reduced benefits and more To register for LINQ Connect and start enjoying its benefits, please visit your app store and download the app or visit https://www.linqconnect.com and click “Register” to create your account. Convenience: With LINQ Connect, you can make payments anytime, anywhere, using a computer, tablet, or smartphone. Say goodbye to writing checks or sending cash. Easy Account Management: The platform provides a user-friendly interface for managing your account, tracking history, and setting up automatic payments for recurring expenses. Secure Transactions: LINQ Connect utilizes advanced security measures to ensure that your personal and payment information are protected at all times. Real-Time Updates: Receive instant notifications and updates regarding your child's account balance, upcoming payments, and any changes to scheduled activities or events. If you have any questions or need assistance at any point during the registration process or while using LINQ Connect, please do not hesitate to reach out to the LINQ Connect support team at support@linqconnect.com or 844-467-4700. For faster response, try the new online web chat support feature at linqconnect.com. Thank you, Chartwells Food Service/Fayette County Schools

Upcoming dates for the food pantry/clothing closet

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IMPORTANT FINAL REMINDER! The Fayette County School Corporation needs your help! After today, Monday, September 30th, our Corporation Free/Reduced Lunch percentage is final for the school year. While you may still apply for Free/Reduced Lunch after this date, doing so prior to October 1st helps our School Corporation qualify for Title I funding, the USDA's Community Eligibility Program (free lunch for our elementary students), other grant funding, and more. If you believe you are near the income thresholds for Free or Reduced Lunch and have not yet filled out your application, please do so today! Applying and not receiving the benefit has no negative effect on you or your child. If you do qualify, you will receive either free or reduced lunches for your children. Only one application needs to be completed per household, per year. The quick and easy application can be found at: https://lunchapplication.com/ Thank you for your help! Go Spartans!

IMPORTANT MESSAGE! The Fayette County School Corporation needs your help! After Monday, September 30th, our Corporation Free/Reduced Lunch percentage is final for the school year. While you may still apply for Free/Reduced Lunch after this date, doing so prior to October 1st helps our School Corporation qualify for Title I funding, the USDA's Community Eligibility Program (free lunch for our elementary students), other grant funding, and more. If you believe you are near the income thresholds for Free or Reduced Lunch and have not yet filled out your application, please do so today! Applying and not receiving the benefit has no negative effect on you or your child. If you do qualify, you will receive either free or reduced lunches for your children. Only one application needs to be completed per household, per year. The quick and easy application can be found at: https://lunchapplication.com/ Thank you for your help! Go Spartans!

Did you know that Fayette County School Corporation can train YOU to be a bus driver? We are looking for responsible and passionate individuals to join the Spartan Family as bus drivers, substitute bus drivers, and event drivers. Reach out today to inquire about our upcoming paid training opportunities. Go Spartans! Darrell Drew ddrew@fayette.k12.in.us

The Food Pantry/Clothing Closet at LSP will be open on Thursday, September 12th and 26th, 4:00-6:00pm. No identification is required. All are welcome.

Food Pantry/Clothing Closet is open at LSP on Thursday, September 12th and 26th, 4-6pm.

Friendly reminder...next Monday, August 12th is the first "Early Release Monday" for both our Elementary Schools and CHS. Please plan accordingly.

The Fayette County School Corporation family had an incredible morning of fellowship and learning today as we anticipate the return of our students. We can't wait to see them tomorrow! Great things are happening at Fayette County!

Food Pantry/Clothing Closet; no identification is required; all are welcome.

Fayette County School Corporation Families, As we get closer to the start of school, we would like to remind you of the importance of your child's regular attendance at school. If your child is not here, our incredible educators cannot teach them. Also, we all have an obligation to help our students develop the durable skills necessary to be employable adults. In short, showing up matters! And finally, it's the law. Thank you for your help this school year getting your child to school on time each and every day they are able. Great things are happening at Fayette County!

Spartan Family, We are just a few days away from the start of the 2024-2025 school year. Students should plan to return to school on Wednesday, August 7th. We thank you in advance for your grace and patience as we work hard to iron out beginning of the year transportation needs. It's not too late to register your child to attend the Fayette County School Corporation. Please contact your child's school to do so. If you are unsure which school your child should attend, please call our FCSC Office at (765) 825-2178 . It's going to be an incredible school year and we can't wait to welcome back our students! Great things are happening at Fayette County!

Mark your calendars for these important dates: -Thursday, August 8th, 5:00-6:00pm, Developmental and Title One Open House -Thursday, August 15th, 6:00pm, Head Start Orientation -Monday, August 12th, First Day for Developmental and Title One Preschool -Monday, August 19th, First Day for Head Start

Updated Quick Links

Quick Links

FCSC is looking for a bus aide for the 2024-2025 school year!

Please help us welcome Mr. Jeremy Duncan as the new Superintendent of the Fayette County School Corporation. Mr. Duncan most recently served as the Superintendent of the South Henry School Corporation the past three years where the Corporation saw a 14% increase in student population, multiple facility upgrades, increases in student achievement, and more. Previous to his time at South Henry, Mr. Duncan has served as an Elementary Principal, Jr. Sr. High School Assistant Principal, Campus Pastor, coach, and 5th grade teacher. Most importantly, Mr. Duncan is a father and husband. He is married to his high school sweetheart, Brandy, and has two incredible children, Catherine (20) and Carter (17). Mr. Duncan stated, "I am eager to get to know and serve the awesome people of Fayette County and become a part of the Spartan Family."

**Announcement!** We're excited to announce the appointment of Jeremy Duncan as the new Fayette County School Superintendent! Mr. Duncan brings a wealth of experience from his tenure as Superintendent at South Henry School Corporation since 2021. Stay tuned to this week's News Examiner for more details on this exciting development for our schools! #NewSuperintendent Photo from The Courier Times

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