
Today fifth graders shared their research with the entire school in a wax museum. They did an amazing job and engaged all of the students. #ExplorerNation





The OES library has a few new cuddly guests! These plush friends help readers dive into fiction and non-fiction books in a fun and engaging way. #ExplorerNation





Keeping an eye on the forecast? We are, too. Check out go.FZSD.us/AMIDays for inclement weather plans. Then, download the FZ app, free for Apple/Android. Go to settings, subscribe to your schools and turn on notifications so you get important info when you need it. Tell a friend!


No School Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023.
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023 will be a traditional SNOW DAY in Fort Zumwalt School District. All students, teachers and staff (other than 12-month employees) will be off Wednesday, Jan. 25, due to inclement weather. Just a reminder, this means the day will have to be made up at the end of the school year. Again, Jan. 25 will be a traditional snow day in Fort Zumwalt School District.


The state Office of Special Education is asking for input from parents, teachers, and other professionals and stakeholder groups that work with special needs students. Please complete this short survey (should take only 5-7 minutes of your time) to provide your important perspective as the state Office of Special Education works to improve services in Missouri for school-age children with special needs. The survey closes Jan. 31
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DESEStakeholderEngagement

So proud of all of the amazing spellers, especially our very own 4th grader Ryan, who represented Explorer Nation in this evenings District Spelling Bee!


First Grade students hitting their mid-year stride with writing. It is so very exciting to see how much their writing has grown this year. #ExplorerNation





Celebrating the contributions of Martin Luther King, jr.


Our students enjoyed visiting with the West High League of Leaders at lunch Friday. Learning leadership skills every day and putting them into action!




Tune in to the regular Superintendent's Update with #FZSupt Dr. Bernie DuBray. We're halfway through the school year! Checking in on achievements, work for semester two and music from student ensembles. Find the FORTiTUDE podcast wherever you get your podcasts or, check this episode here:
https://www.fz.k12.mo.us/article/948082


Winter sing-along w the OES Choir Club, performances by the Cheer Club and Mini Jags. What a way to end the first semester! Enjoy your break Explorer Nation!




Enjoy your break. Classes resume Jan. 5.


Explorers shared their musical talents & holiday cheer during today's lunches. #ExplorerNation



Your OES Choir Club spreading holiday cheer by caroling throughout the building this morning.
#ExplorerNation



Our wonderful drivers spreading holiday cheer? #ExplorerNation


Your 22-23 OES spelling bee champions. Congratulations to Ryan, Kellan, Ellie and all of our super spellers! #ExplorerNation


Ostmann 1st grade students had a great time for a great cause, "Ringing & Singing" for the Salvation Army! #ExplorerNation


Our Blue Notes form closes tomorrow. Click the button below and send a Blue Note of appreciation, celebration or thanks to a staff member at your school. It will close at 5 p.m., Dec. 14, 2022. We'll be delivering them beginning Dec. 16. Let's make some noise for our amazing staff!
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5th grade students participated in a mock “Town Hall Meeting” to discuss migrant workers as a writing celebration. Individuals served as cabinet members, concerned citizens, and members of the media. What a wonderful, engaging way to put all of their learning into action! #ExplorerNation





Thank you OES community for donating 210 toys for this year's Salvation Army Toy Drive! Your generosity is appreciated and will brighten the holidays for many area children! #ExplorerNation
