Week of February 5-9

Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School Families,
We have lots of important activities going on this week.
On Tuesday and Wednesday of this week our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders will be taking reading and math NC Check-Ins.
This Thursday will be an early dismissal day for FCDES. Students will be dismissed at 12:00pm.
Also on Thursday we will have our "My Princess and Me" Dance. The dance will be from 5:30-7:30. Tickets are $3.00 in advance and $4.00 at the door. Only current FCDES students will be allowed to attend.
Tomorrow we kick off the Kids Heart Challenge (KHC) with the American Heart Association, and we need your help! Over the next few weeks students will be learning about heart health and have the opportunity to raise awareness and funds for the American Heart Association.
Our school's goal is for every student and family to know Hands-Only CPR and the warning signs of a stroke by completing Finn’s Mission!
PARENTS – HERE’S HOW TO GET STARTED
· Step 1. Register at heart.org/schools OR download the AHA Schools app for iPhone or Android to search for our school and sign up!
· Step 2. Complete Finn’s Mission!
During the Kids Heart Challenge, your student can earn Heart Heroes who teach them ways for their heart to be healthy. Make sure to check these out on the KHC letter your student is bringing home this week! Additionally, students who complete the Finn’s Mission learning module at home will earn an entry for two tickets to Super Bowl LIX in 2025, as well as helping our school earn PE equipment.
Why we support the American Heart Association: When cardiac arrests occur outside of the hospital, bystanders only respond 40% of the time. 75% of cardiac arrests occur in the home. Providing Hands-Only CPR immediately can double or triple a person’s chance of survival.
Thank you for helping us build our community of lifesavers!
As always if you have any questions or concerns please contact your child's teacher or the school. Thank you for your support!