Elementary Yearbook Sales
April 25, 2023
If you have not already placed your yearbook order, now is the time!
Use the school specific link below to order your yearbook. Orders must be placed by April 28, 2023. Each yearbook cost is $7.99.
Questions? Please email Alternative Photography directly.
Central Elementary Yearbook Order Link
Elms Elementary Yearbook Order Link
Early Childhood Center Yearbook Order Link
Seymour Elementary Yearbook Order Link
Springview Elementary Yearbook Order Link
124th Annual Alumni Luncheon
April 24, 2023
The Flushing High School Alumni Association
Invites all FHS alumni who graduated in 1974 and before to the
124th Annual Reunion Luncheon
Saturday, June 17, 2023
at Flushing Middle School
This year's honored class is 1973 and all graduates from 1974 and earlier are invited to be a part of the day.
Doors open at 10:30 am for a time to visit and socialize. A catered buffet luncheon ($21 each) begins at 12:15 pm, followed by a short business meeting which includes the presentation of the Alumni Hall of Fame Award.
Reservations are due by May 12, 2023. Please email Ann Thompson to reserve your spot!
FMS Yearbook Sales
April 22, 2023
The 2022-2023 FMS Yearbook will be on sale during all 3 lunches on Tuesday, April 25, Wednesday, April 26, and Thursday, April 27.
The cost is $40 and books can be purchased with cash or a check made out to Flushing Middle School.
If you are not sure if your student has a yearbook ordered, you can email Miss Gibson.
The cost to purchase a yearbook will go up to $45 on May 1st.
View the video below to learn how you can submit pictures for the yearbook through Yearbook Snap. Please note that all pictures submitted are subject to approval by Flushing Middle School administration.
If you have any questions, please email Miss Gibson.
Important Message from Superintendent Matt Shanafelt
April 18, 2023
Dear Flushing Community School Families,
This message is to let you know that earlier today, it was reported to us by a student and their parent that one of our Flushing Middle School students had brought what looked like a gun to school in their backpack. Upon immediate search of the locker and subsequent investigation by the middle school administrative team and the Flushing Township police department, it was discovered that this student did indeed bring what turned out to be a black toy gun into the middle school this morning. Parents, once again, please take this opportunity to remind your children that weapons, or toys that can be easily perceived to be weapons cannot be brought to school in any circumstance. As you have heard numerous times before, all safety and security protocols will be followed and students making these poor decisions will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion. We applaud those that came forward so that the incident could be quickly investigated, keeping all of our students and staff members safe. Please continue to say something when you see something, so that we can keep our schools safe for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation and effort in helping prevent these types of incidents from occurring in the future. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority, and we will continue to work alongside our local law enforcement to investigate any incident that threatens the safety and security of our students or staff members. We thank you for your help and understanding.
Board of Education Meeting "Date Change Notice"
April 17, 2023
NOTICE: DATE CHANGE - MAY 2023 BOARD MEETING
This is official notice that the Flushing Community Schools Board of Education will be cancelling its Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 9, 2023.
Further, the Flushing Community Schools Board of Education will hold its May 2023 Regular Meeting on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Early Childhood Center, located at 409 Chamberlain Street, Flushing, MI 48433.
The Scholastic Book Fair is a fun and easy way to find great books for students of all ages. This week the Book Fair is at Elms and Springview. A Book Fair purchase is a win for the reader AND a win for our libraries.
2023-2024 Kindergarten & Tuition-Based Preschool Registration Parent Meeting
The Early Childhood Center is hosting a Parent Meeting on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at 6:00 pm in the ECC Gym (409 Chamberlain Street, Flushing, MI).
This meeting is for parents/guardians of kindergarten and tuition-based preschool for the 2023-2024 school year.
Due to limited space, we request that no children attend this meeting.
We will explain the registration process and how to schedule Kindergarten Round-Up appointments.
Message from Superintendent Matt Shanafelt
February 28, 2023
It is with a very heavy heart that we share with you the incredibly sad news that one of our Freshman Flushing High School students, Gavin Wofford, passed away unexpectedly earlier this afternoon. Although this was Gavin’s first year at Flushing High School, he built quality relationships and was well liked by the staff and students that knew him. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of his family and friends.
A tragedy such as this creates a great deal of anxiety and emotional stress for everyone involved, and can be especially traumatic for young people. To help our students and staff members, school counselors and social workers throughout the district have been made available this afternoon. Our entire crisis team, including additional assistance from our ISD and local clergy, will be on hand in the coming days to help support anyone struggling with the grieving process.
It is hard to know exactly how young people will respond to an incident like this. We encourage you to talk to your children if they are aware of his passing through friends or social media; find out how they are feeling and let them share their concerns and feelings with you. Please know that our crisis team will continue to be available to all of our staff and students should they need any support in the coming days. Please keep Gavin’s family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Matt Shanafelt
Parent Teacher Conferences
February 27, 2023
Grades K-6
Conferences will be held in-person on Tuesday, March 7, 4:15-8:00 pm. If you wish to schedule an appointment, please reach out to your child's teacher or school office.
Grades 7-12
Parent Teacher Conferences for grades 7-12 will be conducted virtually on Wednesday, March 8, 3:30-7:15 pm. Please use the sign-up links below to schedule your appointment. If you have any questions, please contact your child's teacher or school office.
FHS link to schedule your virtual conference time.
FMS link to schedule your virtual conference time.
Scholastic Book Fair - Central & Seymour
February 27, 2023
The Scholastic Book Fair is a fun and easy way to find great books for students of all ages. This week the Book Fair is at Central and Seymour. A Book Fair purchase is a win for the reader AND a win for our libraries.
February 2023 Three Rs
February 23, 2023
The February 2023 issue of the Three Rs will be in this week's edition of the Flushing View. It can also be accessed on our website.
Important Message from Superintendent Matt Shanafelt
February 21, 2023
Late this morning, the administrative team at Flushing Middle School was made aware of a student that unfortunately brought a taser to school. Thanks to the students that quickly made their teachers aware, the student was quickly identified, and removed from the classroom setting by the FMS leadership team. The police were immediately involved and a coordinated investigation was completed by both the school district and the Flushing Township Police Department. All internal safety procedures and protocols were followed, and the student involved will face the appropriate discipline, up to and including possible expulsion from Flushing Community Schools, as well as face the appropriate criminal charges for bringing a weapon into the school setting. We once again deeply appreciate the students that did the right thing by bringing it to our attention as soon as possible, so that we could take the appropriate measures to make sure our school buildings remain incredibly safe and positive places to be for all of our students and staff members. Thank you for your ongoing cooperation and effort in helping prevent these types of incidents from occurring in the future. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority, and we will continue to work alongside our local law enforcement to investigate any situation that impacts the safety of our schools. We thank you for your help and understanding.
Important Message from Superintendent Matt Shanafelt
February 10, 2023
Late this morning, the administrative team at Flushing Middle School was made aware of a possible video threat that was posted to snapchat by an FMS student. The student was quickly identified, and removed from the classroom setting by the FMS leadership team. The police were immediately involved and a coordinated investigation was completed by both the school district and the Flushing Township Police Department. As is protocol, necessary backpacks and lockers were searched and the student was transported to the police department for further questioning. While the perceived threat was investigated thoroughly and deemed non-credible, it was shared by students to a number of different snapchat groups, causing a significant disruption to the school day. No matter how it is meant, it should be readily apparent to everyone at this point that any threat made against one of our school buildings will be taken extremely seriously, all protocols will be followed, including a thorough investigation, as well as the completion of a comprehensive risk assessment, appropriate school discipline, up to and including expulsion, and any appropriate criminal charges. I trust and appreciate that this message is prevalent and ongoing in all of our homes at this time, and hope that the rest of our students can once again learn from someone else's mistake and not repeat it themselves. We deeply appreciate the students that did the right thing by bringing it to our attention this morning, so that we could take the appropriate measures to make sure our school buildings remain incredibly safe and positive places to be for all of our students and staff members. Thank you for your ongoing cooperation and effort in helping prevent these types of incidents from occurring in the future. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority, and we will continue to work alongside our local law enforcement to investigate any perceived threat made to the safety of our schools. We thank you for your help and understanding.
School Messenger - Text Message Service
February 10, 2023
Flushing Community Schools families that currently receive automated calls from the district are also able to receive text messages. To enable this service, text YES to 67587.
Text messages will be received IN ADDITION to the phone call. Please note that SMS messages are limited to 160 characters, so the text message will be an abbreviated version of the full phone message. Please always listen to the associated phone message to receive all of the information.
If you have any questions about this service, please contact Mary Ann Korte at 810-591-1197.
PaySchools Payment Problem?
February 9, 2023
Payschools has recently reported an issue with accepting payments. While there has not been a resolution from Payschools, they have given suggestions to get payschools to work correctly.
When making a payment:
- Open a new browser window.
- Clear history, cache, and cookies "For All Time" (see below how to clear history on your browser)
- Navigate to Flushing’s Payschools link
- Select items, log into account
Clearing Cache/Cookies/History on Chrome:
- Settings
- History
- Clear History/cache/cookies "For All Time"
Clearing Cache/Cookies/History on Safari:
- Click the icon that looks like a book
- Clear
- Select "All Time"
Clearing Cache/Cookies/History on Edge:
- Settings
- History
- Three horizontal dots, clear browsing data
- Make sure the following are checked: Browsing History, Download History, Cookies and Other Site Data, Cached Images and Files
- Click clear now
Clearing Cache/Cookies/History on Firefox:
- Click the 3 lines in the top right corner of the browser
- History
- Manage History
- Highlight All
- Organize
- Delete
FMS Quiz Bowl
February 6, 2023
Join us in cheering on the FMS Quiz Bowl team. Competition schedule:
Tuesday, January 24
Montrose Kuehn Haven Middle School
302 Ray St. Montrose MI 48457
Tuesday, February 7
New Lothrop MS/HS
9258 Easton Rd New Lothrop, MI 48460
Wednesday, February 22
Owosso MS/HS
765 East North Street, Owosso MI 48867
Thursday, March 9
Grand Blanc West Middle School
1515 Reid Rd, Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Thursday, March 16
Brandon Middle School
609 S Ortonville Rd, Ortonville, MI 48462
Reproductive Health Survey
January 27, 2023
Flushing Community Schools is in the process of reviewing the Reproductive Health Education curriculum to better meet the needs of students.
The following topics have been identified as key components of a comprehensive scope and sequence for sexual education.
Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame
January 15, 2023
The Flushing High School Alumni Board is accepting nominations for the Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame. All nominations must be submitted by February 1, 2023. Please visit the Alumni webpage for complete details and the nomination form.
Driver Education Parent Meeting
January 15, 2023
Parent Meeting: Thursday, February 2, 6:30 via Google Meet.
Google Meet Link
Please remember to keep your camera and microphone off throughout the meeting.
2023 Driver Education pricing will be $375 per student. This cost covers BOTH Segment 1 and Segment 2. Students must be 14 years and 8 months of age by the first day of class. Classes will begin on Wednesday, June 7th in the Auditorium from 3:15 to 5:15pm. The full schedule will be available at the parent meeting.
The parent meeting for those students registering for June 2023 Driver Education will be held on Thursday, February 2nd, via Google Meet. Attendance is highly recommended for the parent meeting. Registration forms will be available after the February meeting in the Guidance Office. Registration deadline is Friday, March 17, 2023.
Any application turned in after the 96th student or the March 17th deadline will be waitlisted. We will do our best to honor class time requests. Check the Flushing High School website for additional information.
We also want to thank Suski Chevrolet for providing us with our cars.
Please email Steve Powers with any questions.
Early College Registration Information
January 20, 2023
It is time for current FHS sophomore students to consider whether or not they want to enroll in early college options. Early college provides many benefits, which include earning college credit, reducing financial burden, receiving assistance with the transition to college.
There are many opportunities to learn more about the programs and the enrollment process:
- General Early College Info, including CTE/EMC and FREC
- Family Meeting - January 26 at 5:30 pm - online
- CTE/EMC Information - two options
- Family Meeting - February 2 at 3:00 pm - online
- Family Meeting - February 15 at 6:00 pm
- FREC Information
- Student Meeting - February 14 during SRT
- Family Meeting - February 9 at 5:30 pm - online
Applications for Early College options are due by February 27, 2023.
For more information, email Nicole Lord.
Employee and Educator of the Year
January 9, 2023
Every year, we look forward to announcing the recipients of the Educator of the Year and the School Employee of the Year awards to be recognized at the Flushing Area Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet. This year’s recognition is scheduled for Thursday, February 16, 2023 at 6:00 pm, at Woodhaven Senior Community Center (5111 Woodlands Ct., Flint, MI 48532). With over 500 employees doing incredible things for students and families, it is difficult to select each year's recipient. This event allows us to highlight and celebrate two people, as they in turn represent our incredible staff.
We are happy to announce that this year’s recipient of the Educator of the Year award is High School Teacher Gina Hodgins. Since she was hired at the start of the 2004 school year, Gina has been an impactful English teacher and leader at Flushing High School. This year, she is teaching English 10 and English 11, as well as AARI (Adolescent Accelerated Reading Initiative). AARI seeks to increase academic literacy, helping high school students that are significantly behind grade level in their reading comprehension and critical thinking in informational text. These students have shown great growth under her leadership. They continue to make great strides, which positively impacts every aspect of their lives. She has faithfully and successfully served as the coach of our highly successful Robotics team for the last 8 years, while also serving as a guest administrator in the main office whenever there is a need. Throughout her career, she has also enthusiastically served as a Powderpuff coach and a class sponsor, further endearing herself to her students. She consistently goes above and beyond, doing whatever it takes to help our students be successful, and we are very grateful for her positive impact throughout our district. Congratulations Gina, and thank you for all that you do.
This year's Employee of the Year is Maria Czyzio. First and foremost, Maria has been instrumental in the success of and in the growth seen at Raider Virtual Academy (RVA). While enrollment has fluctuated between 35 students a few years ago to over 150 during the height of virtual learning, this program continues to meet the needs of so many students who are either behind in credit or just not finding success in the regular high school setting. Maria initially started with Flushing Schools doing community education work. She transitioned to an Adult Education teacher in 2009, and then in 2014 she started in RVA. Maria supports our RVA students both in person and online. Additionally, Maria administers all of our WIDA testing for students across the district that may qualify for English Learner (EL) support services, more commonly known as “English as a Second Language". She has also faithfully taken on a number of long-term guest teacher positions, which has helped the district successfully navigate many absences over the years. She is as helpful and as positive of a person as you will meet, and another wonderful example of an employee that goes above and beyond in service to our students and families.
These two represent all of us incredibly well, and I know that they gladly accept this acknowledgement on behalf of all the individuals doing incredible things every day in our district. We look forward to honoring both Gina and Maria at the Flushing Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Banquet on February 16, 2023.
Banquet and ticket information can be found at this link. Please consider joining us at this event if you are able.
Please join us in congratulating both of these individuals for continuing to make a positive difference in our district!
Early College Registration Information
January 9, 2023
It is time for current FHS sophomore students to consider whether or not they want to enroll in early college options. Early college provides many benefits, which include earning college credit, reducing financial burden, receiving assistance with the transition to college.
There are many opportunities to learn more about the programs and the enrollment process:
- General Early College Info, including CTE/EMC and FREC
- Family Meeting - January 26 at 5:30 pm - online
- CTE/EMC Information - two options
- Family Meeting - February 2 at 3:00 pm - online
- Family Meeting - February 15 at 6:00 pm
- FREC Information
- Student Meeting - February 14 during SRT
- Family Meeting - February 9 at 5:30 pm - online
Applications for Early College options are due by February 27, 2023.
For more information, email Nicole Lord.
Raider Fitness Club Reopening
January 3, 2023
The Raider Fitness Club has reopened!
Visit the Raider Fitness Club webpage for the calendar showing open times.
The goal of the Raider Fitness Club is to promote wellness for those that live within the boundaries of the Flushing School District. It will be available to the public and staff, only when the district appointed supervisor is on duty.
The application process includes filling out an Accident/Liability Waiver and Emergency Contact Card, getting a picture taken for the district issued badge, and presenting a driver's license proving residency within the Flushing School District.
Those that submitted paperwork prior to the shutdown do not need to resubmit. If you had a picture taken prior to the shut down and had not picked up your badge, the badge will be available when you check in for the first time. The application process needs to be completed at the Administration Building (522 N. McKinley Road) prior to attending the Raider Fitness Club for the first time.
Visit the Raider Fitness Club webpage for complete details regarding policies and procedures.
Questions? Call 810-591-1183.
2+1 Program - Register Now!
December 1, 2022
If you are looking for a fun weekly activity for you and your two-year-old, consider signing up for the Flushing Community Schools 2+1 program. This twelve-week program is packed with lots of activities geared towards getting your child ready for preschool. This class is attended by the toddler AND their parent or adult caregiver. It’s a great way to become familiar with the Early Childhood Center (ECC), our preschool classrooms, and our preschool teachers. Activities include singing, dancing, crafts, and story time. All of which help to improve fine motor skills, gross motor skills, sensory awareness, and social development.
The next session of 2+1 begins the week of January 5, 2023. The evening classes meet on Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The morning classes meet Fridays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. All classes take place in the Preschool wing of the ECC (parents and students will enter under the awning by the playground). The cost for the 12-week session is $150. To register for this session of 2+1, please contact the ECC by emailing the building secretary, Katelyn Torrey.
United Way Campaign
November 13, 2022
Our 2022 United Way Campaign is underway. Flushing Community Schools has a long history of working with the United Way. By contributing to this year’s campaign, you become a part of that history. Your donation directly impacts our community and the lives of many of our students. The money donated in this campaign is specifically for agencies, programs, and services right here in Genesee County.
2023 Athletic Hall of Fame Class
October 14, 2022
Flushing High School is proud to announce the Athletic Hall of Fame class of 2023. The Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on Friday, February 3, 2023, at approximately 8:15 p.m., during halftime of the boys’ varsity basketball game versus Kearsley High School. The Raiders girls’ varsity game will begin at 6:00 p.m. The boys’ varsity game will follow at approximately 7:30 p.m.
This year’s Hall of Fame class inductees are:
- Joe Boulton-1983- Baseball, Basketball and Football
- Kari Prochazka-1997-Golf & Volleyball
- 1961 Football Team:
Al Gratsch- Coach
Chuck Porter- Assistant Coach
Dale Park- Assistant Coach
Dave O’Dell- Manager
Gary LaBrecque- Manager
Brian Barkey- Manager
Flushing High School has always had an outstanding athletic program that has earned conference championships, team awards, individual awards, and several state championships. More importantly, FHS athletics has served as an extension of the classroom to prepare our students for life after Flushing High School.
For more information regarding this event, please contact: Mr. Adam Smith, Athletic Director, at 810-591-3776.
8th Grade Parent EDP Information
August 29, 2022
As FMS 8th Grade students begin the EDP process, this video contains important information for parents. Please view the entire video. Any questions can be directed to 810-591-2800.
From the Desk of Superintendent Matt Shanafelt
September 9, 2022
As we conclude our second successful week of school, I wanted to take this opportunity to remind you of two important things in support of keeping all of our kids safe and healthy in school. First, I urge all of our families to please continue to keep your students home from school if they are symptomatic, so that we can keep the maximum number of students in school every day, limiting the spread of Covid as much as possible within the school setting.
Second, while these important reminders are also happening directly with our students within our schools, it’s important that there is ongoing dialogue at home regarding threatening comments as well as responsible social media use. It is so important that all of our students realize the ramifications of their words and actions, whether intended as a joke or said in frustration. As a reminder, threatening comments of any kind may result in an extensive amount of time outside of school for the student while the comprehensive process of investigation and internal and external risk assessments is followed, including the identification and implementation of all necessary interventions and supports, no matter how long it takes. Law enforcement will continue to be involved, with students facing strict disciplinary action, up to and including long term suspension and expulsion. It is my hope that through reminders at school, conversations at home, as well as ongoing awareness, we can proactively avoid many of these situations this school year, allowing for all of our students to feel safe at school and focused on learning, while making the most of their school experience. Thank you for your ongoing partnership as we work together to make sure this is as positive and as successful a school year as our students and families deserve.
