Ferndale Public Schools

08/22/2026

🎓 ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: Jonathan Turner 🤎💛

From Ferndale marching band to vice president of the Ferndale Schools Board of Education, Jonathan Turner’s journey has come full circle.

A proud Ferndale High School Class of 2017 alumnus, Turner credits his teachers, experiences and the Ferndale community with helping shape the leader he is today.

📖 Read his story:
https://www.ferndaleschools.org/article/3087166

08/21/2026

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More than 30 high and middle school students in the Ferndale Public Schools district earned hands-on experience, and for some, wages, as part of the district's Drone Apprenticeship Program.

08/21/2026

🎒✨ GET READY FOR THE BACK-TO-SCHOOL BLAST! ✨🎒

Ferndale families, we’re kicking off the new school year with an evening of community, fun and Eagle pride! 🤎💛🦅

📅 Wednesday, Aug. 26
⏰ 4–7 p.m.
📍 Ferndale High School Football Field

Come out, connect with the Ferndale community and get ready for an amazing school year ahead. Bring the whole family and join us as we celebrate the start of another great year in Ferndale!

🦅 School supplies. Community fun. Eagle pride.

We’ll see you there! 🤎💛

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08/21/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT ENROLLMENT REMINDER! 🚨

Families planning for their child to start school on the first day, Monday, Aug. 31, please make sure your enrollment is complete!

📌 All new enrollment paperwork must be submitted AND fully processed by noon on Thursday, Aug. 27.

Submitting paperwork does not mean enrollment is complete. You will receive an email confirming that your child is officially enrolled once all paperwork has been processed.

💻 Complete your enrollment today:
https://mistar.oakland.k12.mi.us/ferndale/preenrollment/

Don’t wait until the deadline! Get everything submitted early to help ensure your student is ready for the first day. 🤎💛

08/19/2026

📚🍎 KINDERGARTEN FAMILIES: PLEASE SAVE THIS SCHEDULE!

We’re giving our youngest Eagles a supportive, gradual start to the 2026–2027 school year! 🤎🧡

Kindergarten will follow a special schedule during the first week of school:

📅 Monday, Aug. 31
Half Day | Last Names A–L
8:20 a.m.–11:35 a.m.
🚌 AM bus transportation only. Families must provide pick-up after dismissal.

📅 Tuesday, Sept. 1
Half Day | Last Names M–Z
8:20 a.m.–11:35 a.m.
🚌 AM bus transportation only. Families must provide pick-up after dismissal.

📅 Wednesday, Sept. 2
Half Day | Whole Class
8:20 a.m.–11:35 a.m.
🚌 AM and PM bus transportation available for eligible students.

📅 Thursday, Sept. 3
Full Day | Whole Class
8:20 a.m.–3:20 p.m.
🚌 AM and PM bus transportation available for eligible students.

📅 Friday, Sept. 4
🚫 No School Districtwide

This gradual start is designed to help our kindergarten students get comfortable, meet their teachers and classmates, and settle into their new school routine with confidence.

📌 Please save and share this post with a Ferndale kindergarten family! Additional details will be shared directly with families.

08/18/2026

🎉 KINDERGARTEN & FIRST FIVE FAMILIES — IT’S ALMOST TIME! 🎉

Before the first day of school, our youngest Ferndale Eagles and their families are invited to join us for the Kindergarten & First Five Jumpstart Final Playdate! 🤎💛

📅 Wednesday, Aug. 19
⏰ 6 p.m.
📍 Ferndale Lower Elementary

This final playdate is a great opportunity for students to get more comfortable with their school environment, connect with new friends and build excitement before the new school year begins! 🏫✨

We can’t wait to see our Kindergarten and First Five students as they get ready to jumpstart their Ferndale journey!

Questions? Contact Mrs. Keefe at [email protected].

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08/13/2026

🍦 Popsicles with Principals is almost here!

Ferndale families, come cool off with us before the new school year begins! Join our Lower and Upper Elementary principals for an evening of popsicles, conversation and connection. ☀️🤎💛

This is a great opportunity for students and families to meet school leadership, reconnect with our Ferndale community and get excited for the year ahead!

📅 Thursday, Aug. 27

🍦 Ferndale Lower Elementary
⏰ 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 23501 Rosewood St., Oak Park

🍦 Ferndale Upper Elementary
⏰ 5–7 p.m.
📍 24220 Rosewood St., Oak Park

No need to choose, stop by your school, grab a popsicle and say hello! We can’t wait to see our Ferndale families. 🎉

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08/10/2026

🔗 GET READY FOR BACK TO SCHOOL! 📚🍎

Ferndale families, our 2026-27 Welcome Back pages are officially LIVE! Before the first day of school, visit your Ferndale school’s website to find important back-to-school information, including welcome letters, supply lists, schedules and other school-specific resources.

Families can also access all school Welcome Back pages from the Ferndale Public Schools district website.

📅 NOW, CHECK YOUR SCHOOL’S FIRST DAY OF CLASSES — START DATES ARE NOT THE SAME FOR EVERY SCHOOL:

* 🏫 Ferndale Lower Elementary — Monday, Aug. 31
* 🏫 Ferndale Upper Elementary — Monday, Aug. 31
* 🏫 Ferndale Middle School — Monday, Aug. 31
* 🏫 Ferndale High School — Monday, Aug. 31
* 🏫 University High School — Monday, Aug. 31
* 🧸 Ferndale Early Childhood Center (FECC) — Wednesday, Sept. 2
* 🎓 Tri-County Educational Center (TCEC) — Tuesday, Sept. 8

⚠️ IMPORTANT: All Ferndale schools begin classes Monday, Aug. 31, EXCEPT FECC and TCEC.

Please visit your school’s Welcome Back page now so you know exactly what your student needs and when they need to report.

Different start dates. One Ferndale. Let’s get ready for a great year! 💛🤎 🦅

https://www.ferndaleschools.org/page/welcome-back-2026

08/06/2026

Ferndale helped shape him — and today, Kory Woods is telling some of Michigan’s biggest sports stories as a Detroit Lions beat writer for MLive.

A proud Ferndale High School Class of 2004 graduate, Kory reflects the curious, community-minded leaders we help create. Through journalism, entrepreneurship and service, he continues to inform, uplift and make an impact across Michigan.

Read more about Kory’s Ferndale journey and accomplishments: https://www.ferndaleschools.org/article/3063188

08/05/2026

🏫 Welcome Principal Smith to Ferndale Lower Elementary! 👋

Come say hello and help us give a warm Ferndale welcome to our new principal, Principal Smith!

📍 Location: FLower Elementary
🗓 Date: August 7th
⏰ Time: 3 PM

We look forward to seeing our students, families, and community members there!

For more district information, visit www.ferndaleschools.org.