Frank H. Peterson Academies of Technology

Open House is Monday, August 18th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Come on out to follow your student's schedule to meet the teachers!
We will have our Title 1 Annual Meeting at 5:30 PM in the Wright Place, to which all are invited to attend!
We look forward to meeting you!

Peterson fanwear is on sale through Friday, August 15th. You may visit the website at https://stores.inksoft.com/fhp_fanwear/shop/home
These items will be delivered to your home!

Good afternoon, Peterson People,

We are very excited to meet you and see you this week at our Orientations!

NEW STUDENT ORIENTATIONS
Wednesday, July 30th
Last Names A-M: Please arrive by 9:00 AM
Last Names L-Z: Please arrive by 12:30 PM
KONA Ice will be at the school from 10 AM to 1 PM.

RETURNING STUDENTS
Thursday, July 31st Come anytime between 9AM -12 PM

11th and 12th grade Students and Parents!
If your student is interested in taking dual enrollment courses (courses that count for both high school and college credits), and they have a 3.0 GPA and higher, we need your student to take the PERT exam to qualify for these courses. We are offering the PERT this THURSDAY, July 31st at 8:30 AM.
Following the test, they will be able to pick-up their laptop at the orientation. We urge these qualified 11th and 12th grade students to take advantage of this opportunity! Taking college courses in high school provides students with a head start and saves thousands of dollars!

Again, we look forward to seeing you this week! Please find a Peterson Fanwear Online Store flyer attached with a few options!

Thank you and have a nice evening,
Principal Mastromatto

We want YOU as a Silver Eagle Volunteer!!
📢 Important Update: DCPS Volunteer Policy for 2025
To ensure the safety and well-being of all students, DCPS has updated its volunteer policy. All volunteers must complete an application and background screening before participating in school activities.
🟢 Level I Volunteers These volunteers: Are always supervised by DCPS staff. Never work alone with students. Undergo a basic screening, which includes: A check against the Dru Sjodin National Sexual Offender Public Website. Examples: Helping in the classroom with a teacher present, assisting at school events under staff supervision.
🟡 Level II Volunteers (New Requirement) These volunteers: May be unsupervised or responsible for supervising students. Must complete a comprehensive background check, which includes: Fingerprinting A review of felonies and other criminal offenses A national sexual offender registry check Examples: Chaperoning field trips, leading small groups, or assisting in areas where staff are not always present.
📝 How to Apply Visit the DCPS Volunteer Page. Click “Apply to Volunteer” and complete the application. Allow 5–10 business days for processing. Contact your child’s school or the Department of Family and Community Engagement at 904-390-2960 for questions or status updates
❗ Reminders All volunteers must be cleared before participating in any school activity. No volunteer cards will be issued by the district; schools manage their own volunteer records.

Orientations for new students to Frank H. Peterson is July 30th. Please arrive by the start time of your designated orientation. Plan to be here through the end time. Thank you! We are looking forward to meeting you! Students with last names beginning with the letters A-L will come to Peterson from 9 am to 12 pm. Students with last names beginning with the letters M-Z will come to Peterson from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm We will begin with a brief overview of your year to come and then break into groups to tour the campus, have your ID picture taken, and check out your laptop. All returning 10th-12th grade students, we will have a brief stop in on July 31st to pick up laptops from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. We can't wait to see you!

This Wednesday from 9 AM to Noon, we need your help! Projects: Painting talons Spreading mulch Planting fruit trees Bulletin boards As you can see, we could really use your help! Please bring gloves and shovels and wear clothes that are light and can get dirty! We will provide waters and snacks! We hope to see you!

Congratulations to Damien Wheezy Ferrera and Elijah Okonji for winning SILVER in Food Innovations at the FCCLA National Convention and Competition!!! Way to go!!! We are so proud of you!! #frankhpeterson #FCCLA #foodinnovations #culinaryarts #duval #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #cte #careerandteched #skillspaythebills #forgeyourpath #nationals #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool @dcps.careerteched

Hello, We are so excited to already have such a great group traveling with us to Japan in the spring of 2027. This is truly an incredible opportunity for us to get out and explore the world together! Our enrollment window is officially open and we have limited space remaining after our info session last night! Our remaining spots are being filled first-come, first-served before our enrollment window closes next Friday, May 9th at midnight. If you would like to join us, you can view the trip details and secure your spot here: www.eftours.com/2922839SH Feel free reach out to me or EF at 800-665-5364 if you have any questions. Best, Mrs. White

Skate Station Night Orange Park Skate Station Friday, May 2nd 7:30-10:30 PM $19 Unlimited $14 Skate Only

Good morning, Please see the below opportunity to learn about personal finance! This is knowledge that may very well serve you the rest of your life! I certainly wish I knew more at a younger age; I probably could have saved myself thousands of dollars! The Rotary Club of Jacksonville is hosting the 1st Annual Financial Literacy Summit at FSCJ’s downtown campus on Saturday, April 26, 2025, 8:30am to 3:30 pm. We’re looking for students that are interested in taking control of their financial future and preparing for life after high school graduation. We will cover a number of timely topics including budgeting, debt management, career exploration, and the financial aspects of applying for college. Sign up below before registration is full: https://forms.gle/zTtyPkmuszQNk4zo9 Thank you!

Hello – I am excited to see you all next Tuesday, April 29th at 6:00 PM in the Wright Place Restaurant on campus to talk about our 2027 spring travel program to JAPAN! Here are just a few examples of the incredible things we’ll be experiencing: Visit Nara Park, home to some of the friendliest deer Walk through the massive Arashiyama Bamboo Grove See the volcanic Mount Fuji, Japan’s highest mountain Travel by high-speed bullet train Taste Green Tea Matcha ice cream, a Japanese classic Walk through Tokyo’s famous Akihabara Electric Town Explore the iconic Harajuku shopping district There is limited space available on the trip so it will be important to attend. There will also be a special discount opportunity so you won’t want to miss this! Don’t forget to RSVP here to let me know you’re coming and to receive all of the follow up information: https://bit.ly/3G1bwsB See you soon, Mrs. Courtney White breningc@duvalschools.org

Hello! I’m reaching out again to remind you about our JAPAN Parent Info Session on Tuesday, April 29th. This experience is going to give our students the chance to step out of their comfort zones, gain confidence, explore new cultures, and see the world from a completely different perspective. As a reminder, an RSVP is required to join us. RSVP here to receive the meeting details and all of the follow up information. Looking forward to seeing you all there, Mrs. White breningc@duvalschools.org

The following students were in Orlando for the FCCLA State Leadership Conference: Gavin Ballard Silver Food Innovations Empress Doctor Bronze Baking and Pastry Fernando Gutierrez Silver Cupcake Display Shane Salazar Silver Food Innovations Diogo Pino Silver Dessert Chopped Emmanuel Smith Silver Server Relay Austin Patterson Silver Server Relay Sanai Brown Silver Career Investigations Sariya Johnson Silver Poetry Elijah Okonji GOLD Food Innovations Damien Wheezy Ferrera GOLD Food Innovations Wheezy and Elijah will represent us at the National Conference in Orlando. Congratulations to all students!

ATTENTION, PARENTS AND STUDENTS! We are thrilled to announce an unforgettable travel opportunity to JAPAN in 2027! Together we will experience rich culture, historic landmarks, and breathtaking natural beauty while backtracking Japan’s Golden Route, an immersive journey that includes the country’s must-see cities and sights. From the centuries-old spirit of Kyoto to the legendary Mount Fuji to the modern metropolis of Tokyo, this adventure is a beautiful collection of the many shining gems of Japan. I am hosting an informational meeting on Tuesday, April 29th. A parent/guardian RSVP is required to receive the meeting details and follow up information, so please RSVP here: https://bit.ly/3G1bwsB Those who register will qualify for a special travel scholarship! This is more than just a trip – it’s a hands-on experience that students will remember for a lifetime! See you soon, Mrs. Courtney White

Way to go to two of our Culinary Arts students who competed in the school division of the Railyard BBQ Competition and winning first place!!!! Thank you to Chef Southerland for making this a great experience for our students! Thank you to the many culinary students who helped perfect the BBQ sauces over the past few weeks! Thank you to the parents who helped load, unload, provide support and assistance! Way to go!!!! #frankhpeterson #culinaryarts #smokedmeats #railyardbbq #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool

Peterson Families! Please see the attached flyer to receive a spring break food bag! The deadline to request a bag is March 3rd. Thank you!

Hello – I am excited to see you all next Thursday, February 20th at 6:00 PM in the Wright Place Restaurant on Campus to talk about our 2027 travel program to France, Belgium and the Netherlands! Here are just a few examples of the incredible things we’ll be doing there: Cruise down the famous canals in Amsterdam Visit Anne Frank’s House Make your own chocolate in Belgium Explore Paris, the “City of Light” and see the Eiffel Tower sparkle at night! See the Mona Lisa at the Louvre museum There is limited space available so it will be important to attend. There will also be a special $1,000 scholarship opportunity so you won’t want to miss this! Don’t forget to RSVP here to let me know you’re coming and to receive all of the follow up information. Best, Ms. Hansen

Hello! I’m reaching out again to remind you about our France, Belgium and the Netherlands Parent Info Session on Thursday, February 20th. I know this experience will give our students the chance to step out of their comfort zones, gain confidence, explore new cultures, and see the world from a completely different perspective. As a reminder, an RSVP is required to join us. RSVP here to confirm your spot at the meeting and to receive all of the follow up information. Looking forward to seeing you all there, Brittany Hansen

Good afternoon, Peterson People! I want to again recognize these three students for their initiative for joining The River City Readers platform and making reading a regular part of their lives!! This is time well spent!! Check out the story on New4Jax: https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2025/01/28/just-the-beginning-river-city-readers-marks-one-year-of-opening-doors-to-new-worlds/ Thank you to all of our students who use the time provided in your academy classes to read! Literacy has incredible benefits in a person's life, and we are glad that our students are developing this very healthy habit now!! I am sure that the Mayor will have another round of River City Reads, so be on the lookout! Also, If you have not yet created your public library account using your school ID, do so today!! You can check out up to three materials at a time, and they have a large selection of electronic books, as well! Way to go, Kendrick, Ian and Kendra!!!!

Congratulations to Ian Peppers, Kendra Kirby, and Kendrick Battle for being 3 of the TOP 5 Readers!! We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Ian Peppers, Kendra Kirby, and Kendrick Battle for their outstanding achievement in the Mayor Deegan's River City Reading Initiative. Being recognized as three of the top five students is a testament to their dedication, hard work, and passion for learning. Your achievements not only highlight your individual talents but also serve as an inspiration to other students in our community. By excelling in the River City Reading Initiative, you have shown the importance of literacy and the power of education. Keep embracing challenges, exploring new worlds through books, and sharing your love of reading with others. We are incredibly proud of you and excited to see where your academic journey takes you next. Congratulations once again on this well-deserved recognition! #frankhpeterson #readersareleaders #readforabetterlife #reading #top5students #collegeandcareerready #activateyourfuture #accelerateyourcareer #academicexcellence #yourfutureisbright #iloveourstudents #iloveourschool

Dear Families, Exciting news! I will be leading a group from our school community on an educational tour in the summer of 2027. Selected students, parents and faculty are going to have the most unforgettable experience in France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Together, we will stroll down iconic canals and pass narrow rows of gabled houses in Amsterdam, before delving into the country’s poignant past at the Anne Frank House. In Brussels, we’ll see how the European Union headquarters lends the city a note of modern political importance. And in Paris, we’ll experience a strong sense of culture, history, and national pride within the iconic landmarks and world-class art museums. It’s going to be incredible! I will be hosting an info session for families to learn more on Thursday, February 20th. A parent/guardian RSVP is required to receive the meeting location and the follow up information. Please RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4g6lhlP I am looking forward to this fantastic journey together and I hope to see you on February 20th! Sincerely, Brittany Hansen