Frederick Douglass Elementary School

08/23/2026

✨ Shoutout to our unsung heroes: the FDES Custodial Team! ✨

Ms. Paula, Ms. Lindsey, and Ms. Judy worked incredibly hard all summer to get our school sparkling clean, and they work just as hard every day to keep it that way! 🧹🧽

If you see them around, be sure to give them a massive THANK YOU for everything they do for our Pandas! 🐼💙

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08/16/2026

Our students brought contagious energy to campus and jumped right back into the swing of things! From big smiles coming off the bus, to reading The Pigeon Has to Go to School!, to practicing new routines and diving into small group work—our Pandas are already crushing it. 📚✏️

We are so proud of how quickly everyone is settling in and showing their Panda PRIDE. Thank you to our amazing families for the early wake-ups and endless support this week. Have a well-deserved, restful weekend! 💙🐾

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08/12/2026

Welcome back Pandas! The halls were buzzing with excitement and classrooms were filled with joy! There is nothing like the first day of school at Frederick Douglass!

08/10/2026

Welcome back Pandas! We had so much fun seeing everyone at open house this past week. However, we are even more excited to see everyone on the first day of school tomorrow! 🐼🎊

08/04/2026

Meet your FDES Leadership Team!

🌟Ms. Melissa Maestle, Principal
Now entering her fifth year as principal, Ms. Maestle continues to lead FDES with a passion for academic excellence, dual language education, and creating a welcoming school community where every student can thrive.

🌟Mr. Shane Campbell, Assistant Principal
Entering his second year at FDES, Mr. Campbell brings a strong background in instructional leadership, mathematics education, and innovative teaching, along with a deep commitment to supporting students, staff, and families.

We're excited for the future of FDES and can't wait to welcome our Pandas back on August 11!

06/22/2026

Here is an amazing community opportunity for our students to meet the authors of some of the most popular children’s books! Plus there will be free ice cream, books, and so much more! We hope to see all of our Pandas there!

05/29/2026

The 25/26 School Year has officially ended! Thank you to all of the students and parents that have made this such a special school year! Everyone here at FDES is looking forward to seeing all of you next year!

Enjoy your summer!!

05/08/2026

What an amazing Teacher Appreication Week! FDES Teachers you are the best in the world!

05/01/2026

Right before leaving to celebrate our hometown holiday of Apple Blossom, the Pandas celebrated International Book Day (a.k.a. San Jordi Day) by getting free books and spending the day reading around campus!

04/30/2026