The Magnet Process has begun for enrollment for the 2012-2013 school year. All of our tours and information sessions have concluded. Please contact the school with any questions & for more information!
Welcome to Fuller Elementary
Fuller GT Magnet Elementary School is nestled near downtown Raleigh. Strong parental support, a talented and committed team of teachers, and positive school climate serve as the foundation of a thriving school community. As a Gifted and Talented magnet school, our students enroll in an extensive array of elective courses throughout the year that aim to develop an understanding of and appreciation for the arts, and that extend and enrich the core curriculum.
A strong community partnership allows Fuller to benefit from many outside resources. Currently, Fuller is a partner with NC State University in both academic and leadership initiatives. Our staff not only sets high expectations for all students by delivering differentiated instruction, but also embraces Positive Behavior Supports as a philosophy that teaches social responsibility and character development.
Fuller is a supportive, inclusive environment where strong communication among staff and administration provides a scaffolding to ensure success for all students and teachers. Come see why Fuller was nationally recognized as a “Magnet School of Distinction”.
Upcoming News & Events
Come out to our next Fuller Family Night on Friday, January 27th from 5-7:30 PM! We will have sessions for parents to learn about a variety of ways to support their students, a chance to register kindergarteners from 5-6:30, and a shared meal and child-care. Please be sure to "register" for the FFN by sending in your student's form to the homeroom teacher and join us for a great community night.
Across Wake County, Thursday, February 2nd will be "Kindergarten Round-up"--an opportunity for parents of rising kindergartners to register their student, and begin the choice selection process. Come out to Fuller to register your child, and visit our school! We will host tours at 10 AM for all proximity families to learn more about Fuller. If you plan to join us, please call our main office so that we can expect you--856-7625.
On October 18th the WCPSS Board of Education approved the new Choice Student Assignment Plan during their meeting. The new assignment plan will go into effect for the 2012-13 school year. The plan provides families access to quality schools based on achievement, proximity, stability and choice. To learn more about the plan, click on the link at the left for "Student Assignment."
Thank you to all the families who came out to support our Dance, Orchestra, Band & Chorus students at our most recent Fuller Family Night. We are proud of all of our students who prepared diligently to share their gifts & talents with the community. Congratulations to Mmes. Stanford, Kirkhum, Sanchez & Gill for the outstanding performance of their students! We look forward to theatre's Alice and Wonderland, and many more terrific arts performances.
Congratulations to the Fuller RUN Club! We are proud of all of the students, teachers & families who participated in the Wake County PTA 5K. Based on outstanding participation, Fuller was named as the Elementary Winner, and awarded a $750 grant from the Wake County PTA. Students trained on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school until 5 PM, and RUN Club will begin again in the spring. We look forward to seeing even more families and students working to build fitness and learn about healthy exercise habits!
The annual Fuller Food Drive has concluded again! This year Fuller was recognized as the leading public elementary school in the region. Our students significantly contributed to the 91,170 lbs of food collected across central NC to assist in providing more than 349,882 meals in our community. Thank you for assisting our students as they learn about helping in their community, & responsibility in society, empowering them to make positive local change. The program is an annual partnership with the Food Bank of Central & Eastern NC.
Check out Dr. Scott's recent Principal's Quarterly message here for news, announcements and food for thought.
The Fuller Walking Club has begun! Students in grades 2-5 and parents are logging miles around our track here at the school as we prepare bodies and minds for learning each Wednesday and Friday morning, and during recess. Please join us any morning beginning at 8:45 AM to walk with your student making a commitment to smart and healthy habits. As the weather grows colder, please remember to dress students warmly for the morning walk.
Our Before School and After School programs are accepting registration for 2011-2012. This is a convenient and enjoyable arrangement for many families at Fuller as students are able to arrive early to school and remain late with supervision by Fuller staff members. If you are interested in Before, or After School care, please complete the following forms for the appropriate program: Before School or After School. Additionally, please review and print for your records a copy of the NC Childcare Law. Families interested in the "Early Release Only" or "Single-Day" programs should contact Mrs. Stanford, Mr. Dunn, or the front office for fee and registration information.
Our PTA-sponsored Science Enrichment Day was an amazing success! Thank you to all the wonderful presenters who came to share their gifts, talents and work in the field of science with our students. WCPSS Communications was at our school to interview students about their learning and document the event--check out the podcast! We look forward to more great enriching learning experiences for our students.
There are lots of easy ways to Fundraise for Fuller every day. Please consider clipping Box Tops for Education and sending them to school. Or, simply link your Food Lion MVP card or your Harris Teeter VIC card to Fuller Elementary--they will make a donation each time you shop. The same can be done with a Target RED (credit) card. Thanks for your support every day!