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Fisher 7th Grade US History students learned about the 1730 Meskwaki (Fox) Tribe Massacre by the French and their allies just 24 miles West of school from McLean County Museum of History Librarian Bill Kemp this week. Around 500 men, women, and children were killed after a 3-week siege and another 400 taken captive.

Fisher High School World History students completed their studies on Ancient Greece by creating their own Hoplite shields which they showed off this week.

It's Friday afternoon and most employees have headed out for the weekend. Not our Maintenance Director, Jake Chittick. He's out in sub-zero temperatures making sure the grounds are safe for our students, staff & families. Thank you, Mr. Chittick!

The kiddos at FGS are getting ready for the holiday season! FGS Spirit Week will run from December 15th-19th ❄️🎅🏼🎄

The orange bus is running behind this morning due to a road being closed. They are on the way!

FGS is locked in for PIE Battle of the Coins! Tomorrow is the last day for the kiddos to bring in change to support the cause! 🐷🪙

The Blue bus route is running behind and will be picking up later than normal this morning. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Fisher Schools would like to wish all of our families & community members a Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy your break and we look forward to students returning on Monday, Dec 1.

FGS welcomes our first two students to this year's Millionaire's Club - Lydia & Chasen! Congratulations to these two students for reading over 1,000,000 words in our Accelerated Reader program 📚💸

All hail Landon & Carsyn, Keyboard Conquerors! These two completed 1,000 lessons in our typing program. Hail, hail, HAIL! 💻👑

Congratulations to Berend for completing all the Rocket Math learning tracks!

FGS Student Council members met this afternoon to make tie blankets for CU Canteen Run! Leading up to today the students planned, and executed a fundraiser titled “Funds for Fleece”. With the help from local supporters they were able to raise enough donations to make 11 blankets! Thank you to everyone who donated their time and put in the effort to make this event one to remember!

Reminder--

Tomorrow is the last day to bring in toys for the High Schol Student Council Angel Tree Toy Drive. The donations from this will go directly towards providing a magical holiday for kids in our own community.

Today, 5th–12th Grade students heard an inspiring message from Mr. Terrence Lee Talley: You’re not alone. His words reminded us about the importance of kindness, resilience, and encouraged our students to support one another and build a community of kindness. 🧡 #IGotYourBack #YouAreNotAlone

The High School Student Council Angel Tree is up and running. If you are wanting to add some holiday magic to a child in need, you can swing by the HS main office and select a child to shop for.

Don't want to shop for a kid, but still want to help? We are accepting cash/check donations as well as new toys/clothes to go to kids in need. These can be dropped off to the HS main office as well- just let them know it's for the Angel Tree!

Illinois Family Reading Night is this Thursday, November 20, 2025. Spend time reading with your family! Grade School parents should have an email with all the details and will receive a participation form in your email on Thursday. Happy Reading!

This Friday we will have our annual basketball Gatorade scrimmage! Admission to the game is 1 Gatorade per person (which will be split between the girls and boys basketball teams) This year the boys & girls basketball teams and the cheerleaders are teaming up for The Larkin Family. Kaylee Larkin works in the kitchen at FHS and her husband Rodney has been dealing with Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the neck and mouth. There will be a spaghetti dinner ($5 donation per person), a 50/50 raffle, and a Fisher Fan basket raffle. All proceeds go to the Larkin family. Let’s show out strong to support our Fisher family!

Fisher School District Angel Tree Program

The holiday season is a time for kindness, community, and caring for one another — and we’re so excited to continue that tradition with our Angel Tree Program!

Families in our Fisher School District community are invited to sign up to receive support this holiday season. Whether it’s a special toy, a warm winter coat, or a small wish that would make the season brighter, our Angel Tree is here to help make those dreams come true.

✨ How to Sign Up:
Visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYIFwBxiN-aOB3eK_dQIqUhYyDXLh7BWPi7__lpFkEW8Uj9w/viewform
or stop by your school’s main office to turn in a completed form.
📅 Deadline to register: November 15th (THIS Saturday)

Let’s make this season shine with love, generosity, and the spirit of giving. Together, we can make sure every child feels the joy of the holidays.

Interested in being an Angel or making a donation to this program? More info coming soon.