Good Afternoon Felton Grove High School Families, this is your principal, Rob Morrison.

 

Next Wednesday in Homeroom all students will do a refection activity on their grades as we complete the first half of the first quarter.  Today is our interim report date.  We do not print and send home interims, please check your child's grades in Infinite Campus.  Thank you.

 

Morning Carpool: please pull to the crosswalk where I stand if you are the lead car.  Unloading one more vehicle at a time will make a difference. Thank you.

 

Fall Picture Day is Thursday, October 2. Fall Picture Make-Up day is Tuesday, October 28.

 

Alliance: Parents, we need your help with the business alliance which is a group of community members and local businesspeople that help with events such as job fairs, reality of money, guest speakers, mock interviews, and resume reviews. They also help our students with job shadowing, internships, and business tours. We will typically meet once each semester to discuss plans for the business alliance and upcoming events. To sign up click HERE. Contact Dr. Britt BBritt@wcpss.net with any questions.

 

NC Governor's School Summer 2026 - 10th graders interested in attending for Dance, Chorus or Instrumental may now apply to attend this prestigious summer program for NC students. More information regarding Governor's School and the application process can be found on our website. 

 

There will be a Career and College Promise (CCP) Interest meeting during Lunch A on Friday, October 3rd. Students will need to sign up for the session in AllTimely. This will be the same information shared at the September 26th session so please do not attend twice. More information regarding CCP can be found on our website. Please note that current 9th graders will not be eligible to apply for the Spring 2026 semester due to minimum GPA requirements. They will be able to apply for CCP Summer/Fall 2026 semesters once their GPA has been established. 

 

Information regarding AP Exams for 1st Semester/Year-Long AP Courses has been distributed to AP classes and linked here. Please ensure your AP student has enrolled in their teacher's AP classroom for each AP class they're taking first semester. Failure to enroll in AP Classroom will result in an AP Exam not being ordered. The joining/ordering process for 2nd Semester AP Classes will take place in January 2026. More information regarding AP Exams can be found on our website.

Build the Legacy. One Brick at a Time. Greatness starts brick by brick, and now it’s your turn to be part of it. With a $250 donation (+fees), you can personalize a commemorative brick that will become a permanent fixture in the FGHS Wall of Stars, to be unveiled at the Athletic Fields at the close of the 2025–26 season. 

 

Whether it’s your family name, a favorite athlete, or a message of pride, your brick is your legacy, set in stone for generations to come. ⚡ Quantities are limited. Make your mark. Build the future of FGHS Athletics. 👉 Purchase your brick here: https://polarengraving.com/feltongroveabc  

 

FGHS Athletic Booster Club (ABC) General Meeting 

 

Parents are invited to join the FGHS Athletic Booster Club General Board Meeting on October 15, from 6:30 –7:30 PM. The ABC Booster Club will discuss: 

You can join virtually using this link. https://meet.google.com/fmh-nsfp-wdf

 

FGHS Ice Hockey Club.  If you are interested in playing club hockey with FGHS please complete this interest form.  Be sure to read all parts of the information form.

Explorer Post 5 with WRAL has its first meeting in October. Students will learn about broadcast journalism with local journalists, production managers, and everyone in front of the camera and behind the scenes. More information can be found at: https://www.wral.com/teens-can-join-explorer-post-5/10167861/

Apex Police Department Explorer Post 380 will have its first meeting on Monday, October 6th.  Get to know the law enforcement profession and explore what it takes to make a difference! Post 380 open to all youth ages 14-20. The meeting will begin at 6 pm at the Apex Police Department located at 205 Saunders Street, Apex. Contact Tara Holberg with questions at: tara.holberg@scouting.org or 910.701.0400.

All 10th graders will take the PreACT on November 6th. There is no registration process - all 10th graders are automatically registered. 

 

All students will have the opportunity to take the PSAT in the spring semester for a fee. Dates, registration and fee details will be communicated later in the school year.

 

At Felton Grove High School, we are committed to supporting every student’s success-both inside and outside the classroom. To best understand the needs of our students and families, we are checking in with families and would like your participation in completing the Felton Grove Student-Family Resource Check-in Form, if you feel your student or family needs support. If you have any questions, please reach out to Ms. Donaldson, SAP Counselor, tdonaldson2@wcpss.net.

 

Over the next few weeks, students in Health/PE classes first semester will be participating in Suicide Prevention and Human Trafficking Prevention lessons. Information regarding these prevention programs was sent out through Health/PE classes. Please contact your student's Health/PE teacher or assigned counselor with any concerns.

 

All Wake County middle and high schools must show the Protecting Our Students videos to grades 6–12 each year, as required by a 2023 state law. Every FG student will view the videos at some point throughout the school year. Developed by the Center for Safer Schools with Capitol Broadcasting Company, these age-appropriate videos teach students how to recognize inappropriate behavior, stay safe, and seek help from trusted adults. Please review this letter to learn more about the program and contact your student's counselor if you have any concerns. 

 

As part of our upcoming Healthful Living unit, students in grades 9 will receive instruction on Human Trafficking Safety, in accordance with NC Senate Bill 279. This lesson will be presented by our Student Assistance Program (SAP counselor) during their Health and Physical Education class period during the week of September 29, 2025.

Parents who wish to opt their child out of this lesson must notify the school principal in writing prior to that date.

Please refer to the full memo below, also sent home with your child for additional information, including grade-specific objectives and contact information for our counseling staff."

 

 

Come get your PJ pants, cozy sweatpants and shirts that commentate your first year at Felton Grove! Orders placed will arrive at school in a month, just in time for fall weather. 

Scan the QR code or please visit: https://www.companycasuals.com/feltongrovepta/start.jsp . Go Galaxy! 

 

September 26 Interims

October 2 Fall Pictures for students

October 13 No School, Teacher Workday

October 14 - 17 Spirit Week

October 17 Dance 7:00 - 10:00 pm

October 20 No School, Teacher Workday

October 28  Fall picture make-up.

October 31  End of the 1st Quarter