FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
81 Friday, December 19, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 19, 1998 - President Bill Clinton impeached on two counts by the House of Representatives.

MINIMUM DAY BELL SCHEDULE
Length Start End
1st 0:40 7:55 AM 8:35 AM
Pass 0:05 8:35 AM 8:40 AM
2nd 0:36 8:40 AM 9:16 AM
Pass 0:05 9:16 AM 9:21 AM
3rd 0:36 9:21 AM 9:57 AM
Break 0:10 9:57 AM 10:07 AM
Pass 0:05 10:07 AM 10:12 AM
4th 0:36 10:12 AM 10:48 AM
Pass 0:05 10:48 AM 10:53 AM
5th 0:36 10:53 AM 11:29 AM
Pass 0:05 11:29 AM 11:34 AM
6th 0:36 11:34 AM 12:10 PM
ATHLETICS:
1. FOOTBALL PLAYERS: The following players have yet to turn in a portion of or all of their football equipment, per the Athletic code grades are to be withheld until equipment is turned in. Also if you are involved in a Winter Sport you will be unable to re not supposed to be able to participate in any other sport until all equipment is turned in.
JV: Joe Barragan, Juan Becerra, Angel Barajas, Joseph Castaneda, Austin Davis, Josh Frias,
Brandon Nelson, Jonathan Sandoval
VARSITY: Mike Cervantes, Nathan Ibarra, Nick Paz, Ralph Sandoval
2. BOYS SOCCER - HOME vs. Royal HS. Frosh game begins at 3PM, JV at 4:30PM and Varsity at 6PM.
3. VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL – AWAY @ Carpinteria Tournament. See Coach Sebek for departure time.
4. JV & VARSITY GIRLS BASEKTBALL - AWAY @ Beverly Hills Tournament. Bus will depart FHS at 1:00PM.
5. Attn: JV FOOTBALL PLAYERS – You need to see Lynn in the Student Store with your t-shirt size & money for your Championship t-shirt by Friday, 12/19.

SENIORS:
1. Please see Mrs. Curnett ASAP if you are going to need transcripts for college applications. She will be out of the office January 12th through the 16th. Do not wait until the last minute!
Scholarships: See Mrs. Larin in the College & Career Center for details.
• Ventura County Community Foundation Scholarship can be picked up from Mrs. Larin in the College and Career Center. Do not wait until the last minute to apply! Make sure to follow all instructions or you can be disqualified. Deadline is Jan 16th.
• Dell Scholarship is available to students who have a 2.4 GPA or better, demonstrate need for financial assistance, must be participating in approved college readiness programs for a minimum of two years, plan to attend a four year university, and are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. You must apply online at http://www.dellscholars.org/. Deadline is Jan. 15th.
• Gate Millennium Scholars Program Scholarship - submitted online by January 12, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. EST or the paper application postmarked on or before January 12, 2009. www.gmsp.org.
JUNIORS:
1. Discover Scholarship - go to www.discoverfinancial.com/community or see Mrs. Larin in the College and Career Center. Deadline is January 31st.
STUDENTS:
1. Schedule changes can be made this week after school from 1:00-3:00. If you are planning to be a Teacher’s Aide next semester, you will need to see Mrs. Green THIS WEEK to get your Teacher’s Aide Contract.
2. The new PASS class will start on January 10th. If you need to take a test before then, see Ms. Schieferle in Rm. 65.
3. ADMINISTRATIVE DETENTION –Friday at 12:15 in Rm. 49
4. December 26th is the registration deadline for the January 24th SAT reasoning and subject tests. You can register on-line at www.collegeboard.com. See your counselor for more information.
5. January 6th is the registration deadline for the February 7th ACT tests. You can register on-line at www.act.org. See your counselor for more information.
6. Students that ordered school photo packages will be able to pick up their orders on TODAY, December 19, after school at KSSP Photographic Studios (330 Central, 524-6400). If mailing was requested, the studio will mail the photos. The football, cheerleading, & cross-country pictures are currently being processed. These will be available over the break. The studio will call the students when they are available (hopefully prior to Christmas). Questions, please call the studio - (805) 524-6400

Friday, December 19 – All 6 periods – Regular Minimum Day
Afternoon Bus Schedule
Friday, Dec. 19 – 12:45

Have a wonderful Winter Break!
School starts on TUESDAY, January 6, 2009

Fillmore High School has implemented the Professional Learning Community (PLC) model for improving teaching and learning. Collaboration is a vehicle for realizing and understanding student needs, fostering the desire to meet those needs, and places value on teacher expertise. It is highly effective when it is focused on what works for students. FHS staff meets in collaborative teams each Wednesday before students arrive.

To begin the school year, FHS staff broke down the elements of the job that would be immediately valuable for students and teachers. For our teachers that included: Creating a comprehensive syllabus; Attendance procedures; School-wide discipline expectations; Lesson planning and assessment: benchmarks as evidence of student success; Grading and report cards; Communication with parents; Good teaching; Learning environments: effective vs. ineffective; Curriculum: meeting state standards; Facilities: maintenance and repairs; Forms; Textbooks, schedule changes, lockers, etc…State testing and the High School Exit Exam; ASVAB, PSAT, and SAT for juniors and seniors; Accreditation: progress and needs. Having addressed these items as a collaborative group ensured unity among FHS staff and set a positive tone for the school year.

FHS staff members prepared a self-study document as part of the WASC accreditation process, completed in November 2008. This work was our opportunity to examine practices and programs in place, and to determine their relevance and effectiveness for our students. The culminating task of WASC was to develop an Action Plan, in which we outlined major academic goals for the next three years. The emphasis of the Action Plan is on improving student academic achievement in math, reading and writing. FHS staff also identified English Language Learners and Special Education as populations needing more support. Further, as a collaborative team, FHS staff is committed to the continued use of data (from multiple sources) in making decisions.

One final note, in order for the PLC model to reach its full potential at FHS, there needs to be buy-in from all stakeholders. The district office and school board has been very supportive of the work we are doing at FHS. And, under the leadership of Principal Wilber, we expect many positive outcomes in terms of student academic growth and achievement.

SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change – only the periods change each day
FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
80 Thursday, December 18, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 18, 1865 - Slavery was abolished with the ratification of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution.

ATHLETICS:
1. FOOTBALL PLAYERS: The following players have yet to turn in a portion of or all of their football equipment, per the Athletic code grades will be withheld until equipment is turned in. Also if you are involved in a Winter Sport you will be unable to participate in any other sport until all equipment is turned in.
JV: Jesus Alvarado, Joe Barragan, Juan Becerra, Angel Barajas, Joseph Castaneda, Austin Davis,
Josh Frias, Brandon Nelson, Jonathan Sandoval
VARSITY: Gerardo Alday, Mike Cervantes, Nathan Ibarra, Victor Moreno, Nick Paz, Rene Paz. Ralph Sandoval
2. BOYS SOCCER - HOME. Frosh w/ Santa Clara. Game begins at 3PM. JV & Varsity w/ Rio Mesa. Games are at 4:30PM and 6:00PM.
3. VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL – AWAY @ Carpinteria Tournament. See Coach Sebek for departure time.
4. JV & VARSITY GIRLS BASEKTBALL - AWAY @ Beverly Hills Tournament. Bus will depart FHS at 2:00PM.
5. GIRLS SOCCER - AWAY @ Santa Paula. JV game begins at 3:15PM, Varsity at 5:00PM. Bus will depart FHS at 1:34PM.
6. Attn: JV FOOTBALL PLAYERS – You need to see Lynn in the Student Store with your t-shirt size & money for your Championship t-shirt by Friday, 12/19.

CLUBS:
1. Mentor Program: All high school "Bigs" & "One Step" students are invited to the Holiday party this Thursday from 12:30-3pm @ the One Step Center -there will be gifts, food & more to thank you for your hard work.
SENIORS:
1. Please see Mrs. Curnett ASAP if you are going to need transcripts for college applications. She will be out of the office January 12th through the 16th. Do not wait until the last minute!
Scholarships: See Mrs. Larin in the College & Career Center for details.
• Ventura County Community Foundation Scholarship can be picked up from Mrs. Larin in the College and Career Center. Do not wait until the last minute to apply! Make sure to follow all instructions or you can be disqualified. Deadline is Jan 16th.
• Dell Scholarship is available to students who have a 2.4 GPA or better, demonstrate need for financial assistance, must be participating in approved college readiness programs for a minimum of two years, plan to attend a four year university, and are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. You must apply online at http://www.dellscholars.org/. Deadline is Jan. 15th.
• Gate Millennium Scholars Program Scholarship - submitted online by January 12, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. EST or the paper application postmarked on or before January 12, 2009. www.gmsp.org.
JUNIORS:
1. Discover Scholarship - go to www.discoverfinancial.com/community or see Mrs. Larin in the College and Career Center. Deadline is January 31st.
STUDENTS:
1. Schedule changes can be made this week after school from 1:00-3:00. If you are planning to be a Teacher’s Aide next semester, you will need to see Mrs. Green THIS WEEK to get your Teacher’s Aide Contract.
2. The new PASS class will start on January 10th. If you need to take a test before then, see Ms. Schieferle in Rm. 65.
3. ADMINISTRATIVE DETENTION –Thursday & Friday at 12:15 in Rm. 49
4. Come audition for FHS’s next big show, “Trouble in Dustville”. Lots of parts available for this melodrama, so come to the drama room on Dec. 18 & 19 from 1-3 p.m. No experience? No Problem? We need LOTS of people. Questions? See Mr. Overton.
5. December 26th is the registration deadline for the January 24th SAT reasoning and subject tests. You can register on-line at www.collegeboard.com. See your counselor for more information.
6. January 6th is the registration deadline for the February 7th ACT tests. You can register on-line at www.act.org. See your counselor for more information.
7. There will be math tutoring available Tues, Wed, and Thurs for all math levels at the One Step Center. The center will be open until 7:30. They will be having a workshop that will help students apply step by step for the Bill and Melinda Gates scholarship and the Ventura County Community Foundation Scholarships. The workshop starts this Wed at 6:10pm and will be on going for the next month.
8. Students that ordered school photo packages will be able to pick up their orders on Friday, December 19, after school at KSSP Photographic Studios (330 Central, 524-6400). If mailing was requested, the studio will mail the photos. The football, cheerleading, & cross-country pictures are currently being processed. These will be available over the break. The studio will call the students when they are available (hopefully prior to Christmas). Questions, please call the studio - (805) 524-6400

Finals Schedule
TODAY, Thursday, December 18 – Periods 1 & 2 – Semester Finals Minimum Day;
Friday, December 19 – All 6 periods – Regular Minimum Day
Finals Week Bus Afternoon Bus Schedule
Thursday, Dec 18 – Regular time (3:15); Friday, Dec. 19 – 12:45

SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change – only the periods change each day
FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
79 Wednesday, December 17, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 17, 1944 - The U.S. Army announced the end of its policy of holding Japanese-Americans in internment camps, allowing "evacuees" to return home.
LUNCH : Garden Bar & BBQ
ATHLETICS:
1. FOOTBALL PLAYERS: The following players have yet to turn in a portion of or all of their football equipment, per the Athletic code grades are to be withheld until equipment is turned in. Also if you are involved in a Winter Sport you will be unable to re not supposed to be able to participate in any other sport until all equipment is turned in.
JV: Jesus Alvarado, Joe Barragan, Juan Becerra, Angel Barajas, Joseph Castaneda, Austin Davis
Josh Frias, Brandon Nelson, Jonathan Sandoval
VARSITY: Gerardo Alday, Mike Cervantes, Nathan Ibarra, Victor Moreno, Nick Paz, Rene Paz. Ralph Sandoval
2. VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL – AWAY @ Carpinteria Tournament. See Coach Sebek for departure time.
3. JV & VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL - AWAY @ Beverly Hills Tournament. Bus will depart FHS at 1:30PM.
4. Attn: JV FOOTBALL PLAYERS – You need to see Lynn in the Student Store with your t-shirt size & money for your Championship t-shirt by Friday, 12/19.
CLUBS:
1. Prayer Club: Tonight all are welcome to join us as we sing Christmas carols at Orange Blossom Villa. Meet at 5:45 p.m. at McDonald’s. Look for Mrs. Archer and Mr. Bedau.
2. Mentor Program: All Community Mentees -Holiday Party at the One Step Center this Wed. 17th from 3:30-8pm.
3. Mentor Program: All high school "Bigs" & "One Step" students are invited to the Holiday party this Thursday from 12:30-3pm @ the One Step Center -there will be gifts, food & more to thank you for your hard work.
SENIORS:
1. Please see Mrs. Curnett ASAP if you are going to need transcripts for college applications. She will be out of the office January 12th through the 16th. Do not wait until the last minute!
Scholarships: See Mrs. Larin in the College & Career Center for details.
• Ventura County Community Foundation Scholarship can be picked up from Mrs. Larin in the College and Career Center. Do not wait until the last minute to apply! Make sure to follow all instructions or you can be disqualified. Deadline is Jan 16th.
• Dell Scholarship is available to students who have a 2.4 GPA or better, demonstrate need for financial assistance, must be participating in approved college readiness programs for a minimum of two years, plan to attend a four year university, and are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. You must apply online at http://www.dellscholars.org/. Deadline is Jan. 15th.
• Gate Millennium Scholars Program Scholarship - submitted online by January 12, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. EST or the paper application postmarked on or before January 12, 2009. www.gmsp.org.
STUDENTS:
1. Schedule changes can be made this week after school from 1:00-3:00 (1:30 – 3:00 on Wed.) If you are planning to be a Teacher’s Aide next semester, you will need to see Mrs. Green THIS WEEK to get your Teacher’s Aide Contract.
2. The new PASS class will start on January 10th. If you need to take a test before then, see Ms. Schieferle in Rm. 65.
3. ADMINISTRATIVE DETENTION –Thursday & Friday at 12:15 in Rm. 49
4. Come audition for FHS’s next big show, “Trouble in Dustville”. Lots of parts available for this melodrama, so come to the drama room on Dec. 18 & 19 from 1-3 p.m. No experience? No Problem? We need LOTS of people. Questions? See Mr. Overton.
5. BAND STUDENTS - The jams you ordered will be here after school, on Wed., Dec. 17. All band students pick up your jams for delivery.
6. December 26th is the registration deadline for the January 24th SAT reasoning and subject tests. You can register on-line at www.collegeboard.com. See your counselor for more information.
7. January 6th is the registration deadline for the February 7th ACT tests. You can register on-line at www.act.org. See your counselor for more information.
8. There will be math tutoring available Tues, Wed, and Thurs for all math levels at the One Step Center. The center will be open until 7:30. They will be having a workshop that will help students apply step by step for the Bill and Melinda Gates scholarship and the Ventura County Community Foundation Scholarships. The workshop starts this Wed at 6:10pm and will be on going for the next month.
9. Yearbook pages are being posted on the windows of room 1. Come and check them out!
JUNIORS:
1. Discover Scholarship - go to www.discoverfinancial.com/community or see Mrs. Larin in the College and Career Center. Deadline is January 31st.
Finals Schedule
TODAY, December 17 - Periods 5 & 6 – Semester Finals Minimum Day (NOT LATE START); Thursday, December 18 – Periods 1 & 2 – Semester Finals Minimum Day; Friday, December 19 – All 6 periods – Regular Minimum Day
Finals Week Bus Afternoon Bus Schedule
Wednesday, Dec 17 – 12:30; Thursday, Dec 18 – Regular time (3:15); Friday, Dec. 19 – 12:45

SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change – only the periods change each day
FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
78 Tuesday, December 16, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 16, 1773 - The Boston Tea Party took place.
LUNCH : Garden Bar & BBQ
ATHLETICS:
1. JV & VARSITY GIRLS SOCCER – HOME w/ Grace Brethren. JV game begins at 4:30PM, Varsity at 6PM.
2. WRESTLING - HOME vs. Santa Ynez. Weigh-Ins begin at 4PM, Matches begin at 5PM.
3. Attn: JV FOOTBALL PLAYERS – You need to see Lynn in the Student Store with your t-shirt size & money for your Championship t-shirt by Friday, 12/19.
CLUBS:
1. MESA is back! Come to our first meeting of the year on Tues., Dec. 16th at 12:30 in Rm. 22 (Mr. Waddell). Projects & fun! All are welcome!
2. Art Club - quick meeting after school today.
3. Tomorrow night Prayer Club will meet at 5:45 p.m. at McDonald’s. At 6 p.m. we will go Christmas caroling at the Orange Blossom Villa. Everyone is invited!
4. Mentor Program: All Community Mentees -Holiday Party at the One Step Center this Wed. 17th from 3:30-8pm.
5. Mentor Program: All high school "Bigs" & "One Step" students are invited to the Holiday party this Th from 12:30-3pm @ the One Step Center -there will be gifts, food & more to thank you for your hard work.
SENIORS:
1. Please see Mrs. Curnett ASAP if you are going to need transcripts for college applications. She will be out of the office January 12th through the 16th. Do not wait until the last minute!
Scholarships: See Mrs. Larin in the College & Career Center for details.
• The Elks - go to www.elks.org/enf/scholars Deadline is January 9.
• The California-Hawaii Elks Association - vocational/technical course. All applicants must be citizens of the U.S. Deadline is Dec.9th.
• Gate Millennium Scholars Program Scholarship - submitted online by January 12, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. EST or the paper application postmarked on or before January 12, 2009. www.gmsp.org.
STUDENTS:
1. You will be receiving your 2nd Semester schedule during 4th period TODAY. Please review your schedule for accuracy and put it into your agenda book for 2nd semester. This is the only copy of your schedule that you will be receiving. Schedule changes can be made this week after school from 1:00-3:00 (1:30 – 3:00 on Wed.)
2. STUDENTS TAKING PASS CLASSES AT THE MIDDLE SCHOOL - THE LAST SATURDAY CLASS WILL BE SATURDAY DEC. 20th. The next PASS class will begin on January 10th.
3. ADMINISTRATIVE DETENTION –Tuesday, Thursday & Friday at 12:15 in Rm. 49
4. Come audition for FHS’s next big show, “Trouble in Dustville”. Lots of parts available for this melodrama, so come to the drama room on Dec. 18 & 19 from 1-3 p.m. No experience? No Problem? We need LOTS of people. Questions? See Mr. Overton.
5. BAND STUDENTS - The jams you ordered will be here after school, on Wed., Dec. 17. All band students pick up your jams for delivery.
6. December 26th is the registration deadline for the January 24th SAT reasoning and subject tests. You can register on-line at www.collegeboard.com. See your counselor for more information.
7. January 6th is the registration deadline for the February 7th ACT tests. You can register on-line at www.act.org. See your counselor for more information.
8. There will be math tutoring available Tues, Wed, and Thurs for all math levels at the One Step Center. The center will be open until 7:30.
9. Yearbook pages are being posted on the windows of room 1. Come and check them out!
JUNIORS:
1. Discover Scholarship - go to www.discoverfinancial.com/community or see Mrs. Larin in the College and Career Center. Deadline is January 31st.
STUDENTS & PARENTS:
1. The district office has asked us to remind you that we only have a 2 week break during the Winter Holiday. Please remind your parents that we expect you all to stay in school until the final day – December 19th. Thank you. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT NOT ONLY ARE YOU EXPECTED TO STAY UNTIL DEC. 19th, BUT IF YOU LEAVE BEFORE THAT DATE YOU RISK LOSING ALL OF YOUR CREDITS & FAILING ALL OF YOUR CLASSES!
Finals Schedule
TODAY, December 16 – Periods 3 & 4 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Wednesday, December 17 - Periods 5 & 6 – Semester Finals Minimum Day (NOT LATE START); Thursday, December 18 – Periods 1 & 2 – Semester Finals Minimum Day; Friday, December 19 – All 6 periods – Regular Minimum Day
Finals Week Bus Afternoon Bus Schedule
Tuesday, Dec. 16 – 12:30; Wednesday, Dec 17 – 12:30; Thursday, Dec 18 – Regular time (3:15); Friday, Dec. 19 – 12:45
LIBRARY HOURS/SCHEDULE DURING FINALS WEEK
Tuesday & Thursday, finals: Wednesday:
7:30-7:50: open for normal usage SAME
7:55 – 12:10: open for book returns only – SAME
only for those classes signed up
12:10- 1:30: open for book returns/ normal usage 12:10-12:30 book returns
Friday, minimum day:
7:30-7:50: open for normal usage
7:55-12:10: closed
12:10-1:30: open for book returns/ normal usage

FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
77 Monday, December 15, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 15, 1791 - The Bill of Rights took effect with Virginia's ratification of it.

LUNCH : Garden Bar & BBQ

ATHLETICS:

CLUBS:
1. Prayer Club – meeting TODAY at lunch for the last meeting of 2008. All students are welcome to join us.
2. MESA is back! Come to our first meeting of the year on Tues., Dec. 16th at 12:30 in Rm. 22 (Mr. Waddell). Projects & fun! All are welcome!
SENIORS:
1. If you are requiring transcripts for scholarships, please see Mrs. Curnett as soon as possible. She will be out of the office January 12th through the 16th. Do not wait until the last minute!
Scholarships:
• The Elks National Foundation is offering the “Most Valuable Student Scholarship” to students who are U.S. citizens, involved in extra curricular activities, and demonstrate both academic excellence as well as community service. For complete details see Mrs. Larin or go to www.elks.org/enf/scholars Deadline is January 9.
• The California-Hawaii Elks Association is offering a scholarship to students who plan to pursue a qualified vocational/technical course. All applicants must be citizens of the U.S. For complete details see Mrs. Larin in the College and Career Center. Deadline is Dec.9th.
• The Gate Millennium Scholars Program is offering a scholarship to African American, American Indian /Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American Students who are citizens or legal residents, have attained a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or better, have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, and extracurricular. Students must also be enrolling at an accredited college or university as a full time student and demonstrate financial need. Scholarship applications must be submitted online by January 12, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. EST or the paper application postmarked on or before January 12, 2009. For complete details, see Mrs. Larin or go to www.gmsp.org.
STUDENTS:
1. STUDENTS TAKING PASS CLASSES AT THE MIDDLE SCHOOL - THE LAST SATURDAY CLASS WILL BE SATURDAY DEC. 20th. The next PASS class will begin on January 10th.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE DETENTION – Monday at 3:15. Tuesday, Thursday & Friday at 12:15 in Rm. 49
3. Come audition for FHS’s next big show, “Trouble in Dustville”. Lots of parts available for this melodrama, so come to the drama room on Dec. 18 & 19 from 1-3 p.m. No experience? No Problem? We need LOTS of people. Questions? See Mr. Overton.
4. Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors – class t-shirts are on sale now for $12. All orders must be turned in by Dec. 19th. Show your class spirit and buy one!
5. BAND STUDENTS - The jams you ordered will be here after school, on Wed., Dec. 17. All band students pick up your jams for delivery.
6. December 26th is the registration deadline for the January 24th SAT reasoning and subject tests. You can register on-line at www.collegeboard.com. See your counselor for more information.
7. January 6th is the registration deadline for the February 7th ACT tests. You can register on-line at www.act.org. See your counselor for more information.
JUNIORS:
1. The Discover Scholarship is available to students who have a 2.75 GPA or better, plan to continue their education after high school, demonstrate accomplishments in community service and faced a significant roadblock or challenge. Students must also be U.S. citizens or legal residents. You must apply online. For complete details, go to www.discoverfinancial.com/community or see Mrs. Larin in the College and Career Center. Deadline is January 31st.
STUDENTS & PARENTS:
1. The district office has asked us to remind you that we only have a 2 week break during the Winter Holiday. Please remind your parents that we expect you all to stay in school until the final day – December 19th. Thank you. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT NOT ONLY ARE YOU EXPECTED TO STAY UNTIL DEC. 19th, BUT IF YOU LEAVE BEFORE THAT DATE YOU RISK LOSING ALL OF YOUR CREDITS & FAILING ALL OF YOUR CLASSES!
LIBRARY HOURS/SCHEDULE DURING FINALS WEEK
Monday, regular day: book returns only during class time, library will be open before school, during lunch and after school for computer usage and book returns as well.
Tuesday & Thursday, finals: Wednesday:
7:30 – 7:50: open for normal usage SAME
7:55 – 12:10: open for book returns only – SAME
only for those classes signed up
12:10- 1:30: open for book returns/ normal usage 12:10-12:30 book returns
Friday, minimum day:
7:30-7:50: open for normal usage
7:55-12:10: closed
12:10-1:30: open for book returns/ normal usage

SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change – only the periods change each day
Finals Schedule
Monday, December 15 – REGULAR SCHEDULE
Tuesday, December 16 – Periods 3 & 4 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Wednesday, December 17 - Periods 5 & 6 – Semester Finals Minimum Day (NOT LATE START)
Thursday, December 18 – Periods 1 & 2 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Friday, December 19 – All 6 periods – Regular Minimum Day

FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
76 Friday, December 12, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 12, 1787 - Pennsylvania became the second state to ratify the U.S. Constitution.

LUNCH : Deli Sandwich, potato chips, lettuce/tomato

ATHLETICS:
1. JV & VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT - HOME See Coach Sebek and Coach Blakenship for game times.
2. BOYS SOCCER - AWAY @ San Marcos. Frosh and JV Games begin at 3:15PM. Varsity begins at 5PM. Boys Soccer is excused from class at 12:45PM and will depart FHS at 1PM.
CLUBS:
1. Poetry Club – meeting Friday at lunch in Rm. 18.
2. Mentor Program: Officers’ meeting this Fri. Rm. 10 at lunch. You will be planning Holiday Party!
3. Prayer Club will meet on Monday next week, not Wednesday. We will be practicing songs for Christmas caroling. All are welcome to join us.
4. MESA is back! Come to our first meeting of the year on Tues., Dec. 16th at 12:30 in Rm. 22 (Mr. Waddell). Projects & fun! All are welcome!
SENIORS:
1. 2nd order of senior class T-shirts are in. See Janice in the Health Office. If you still owe pay Lynn in the student store and bring the receipt to the health office.
Scholarships:
• The Elks National - College and Career Center or go to www.elks.org/enf/scholars Deadline is Dec 31st.
Math teachers are available to help ANY student. You don’t have to be in that teacher’s class to get help!
Teacher Before School Lunch After school
Byrne 7 am M-F T TH M W
Sebek M-F M-Th
Chaffee M-F by appt
Vincent M-F by appt
Lomeli 7 am M-F
Kandel M-F by appt Tue
• The California Association of Educational Office - For complete details, see Mrs. Larin. Deadline is Jan 2nd.
STUDENTS:
1. STUDENTS TAKING PASS CLASSES AT THE MIDDLE SCHOOL - THE LAST SATURDAY CLASS WILL BE SATURDAY DEC. 20th. The next PASS class will begin on January 10th.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE DETENTION – Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3:15-4:15 in Rm. 49
3. Come audition for FHS’s next big show, “Trouble in Dustville”. Lots of parts available for this melodrama, so come to the drama room on Dec. 18 & 19 from 1-3 p.m. No experience? No Problem? We need LOTS of people. Questions? See Mr. Overton.
4. Are you interested in the outdoors, meeting new people, and traveling?? Come to a presentation by the Montana Yellowstone Experience at lunch in Rm. 49 on Friday! Snacks provided! Everyone's welcome.
5. Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors – class t-shirts are on sale now for $12. All orders must be turned in by Dec. 19th. Show your class spirit and buy one!
6. The Art Club is selling Holiday Grams & Teddy Bears during lunch in the quad Wed. – Fri. or from Mrs. M in Rm. 34. $5.00 for Teddy Bear & Card.
JUNIORS:
1. The Discover Scholarship is available to students who have a 2.75 GPA or better, plan to continue their education after high school, demonstrate accomplishments in community service and faced a significant roadblock or challenge. Students must also be U.S. citizens or legal residents. You must apply online. For complete details, go to www.discoverfinancial.com/community or see Mrs. Larin in the College and Career Center. Deadline is January 31st.
STUDENTS & PARENTS:
1. The district office has asked us to remind you that we only have a 2 week break during the Winter Holiday. Please remind your parents that we expect you all to stay in school until the final day – December 19th. Thank you. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT NOT ONLY ARE YOU EXPECTED TO STAY UNTIL DEC. 19th, BUT IF YOU LEAVE BEFORE THAT DATE YOU RISK LOSING ALL OF YOUR CREDITS & FAILING ALL OF YOUR CLASSES!
LIBRARY HOURS/SCHEDULE DURING FINALS WEEK
Monday, regular day: book returns only during class time, library will be open before school, during lunch and after school for computer usage and book returns as well.
Tuesday & Thursday, finals: Wednesday:
7:30 – 7:50: open for normal usage SAME
7:55 – 12:10: open for book returns only – SAME
only for those classes signed up
12:10- 1:30: open for book returns/ normal usage CLOSED for staff lunch

Friday, minimum day:
7:30-7:50: open for normal usage
7:55-12:10: closed
12:10-1:30: open for book returns/ normal usage

SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change – only the periods change each day
Finals Schedule
Monday, December 15 – REGULAR SCHEDULE
Tuesday, December 16 – Periods 3 & 4 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Wednesday, December 17 - Periods 5 & 6 – Semester Finals Minimum Day (NOT LATE START)
Thursday, December 18 – Periods 1 & 2 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Friday, December 19 – All 6 periods – Regular Minimum Day

FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
75 Thursday, December 11, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 11, 1941 - Germany and Italy declared war on the United States.

LUNCH : Kung Pao chicken, white rice, oriental blend veggies.
ATHLETICS:
1. JV & VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT - HOME w/Channel Islands. JV Game at 7:30PM at the Middle School Gym, Varsity game at the High School Gym at 7:30PM.
2. GIRL SOCCER - FROSH. ONLY - AWAY @ West Ranch. Game begins at 3:15PM. FROSH. GIRLS ONLY are excused from class at 12:45PM, bus will depart at 1:00PM.
3. SWIM TEAM: Mandatory meeting on Thursday, Dec. 11th in Room 49 at lunch time. Bring any completed paperwork. If you are interested in participating on the swim team, please be sure to attend.
CLUBS:
1. MECHA CLUB – lunch meeting Thursday.
2. Poetry Club – meeting Friday at lunch in Rm. 18.
3. ANIME CLUB – meeting on Thursday at lunch in Rm. 34.
4. Mentor Program: Officers’ meeting this Fri. Rm. 10 at lunch. You will be planning Holiday Party!
SENIORS:
Scholarships:
• The Elks National - College and Career Center or go to www.elks.org/enf/scholars Deadline is Dec 31st.
Math teachers are available to help ANY student. You don’t have to be in that teacher’s class to get help!
Teacher Before School Lunch After school
Byrne 7 am M-F T TH M W
Sebek M-F M-Th
Chaffee M-F by appt
Vincent M-F by appt
Lomeli 7 am M-F
Kandel M-F by appt Tue
• The California Association of Educational Office For complete details, see Mrs. Larin. Deadline is Jan 2nd.
STUDENTS:
1. A representative from Ventura College will be in the College and Career Center on Thursday, December 11th to sign students up for Spring classes.
2. STUDENTS TAKING PASS CLASSES AT THE MIDDLE SCHOOL - THE LAST SATURDAY CLASS WILL BE SATURDAY DEC. 20th.
3. ADMINISTRATIVE DETENTION – Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3:15-4:15 in Rm. 49
4. Are you interested in the outdoors, meeting new people, and traveling?? Come to a presentation by the Montana Yellowstone Experience at lunch in Rm. 49 on Friday! Snacks provided! Everyone's welcome.
5. If you are interested in taking Mr. Richter’s landscaping class next semester? See your counselor ASAP
6. Be an exchange student or host one with AFS Intercultural Programs. Attend an information night for students and parents 7PM to 8PM Monday, December 15, 2008. Thousand Oaks Teen Center, 1375 E. Janss Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. For more info, contact Sandy Butts at yosoysb3@hotmail.com
7. Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors – class t-shirts are on sale now for $12. All orders must be turned in by Dec. 19th. Show your class spirit and buy one!
8. The Art Club is selling Holiday Grams & Teddy Bears during lunch in the quad Wed. – Fri. or from Mrs. M in Rm. 34. $5.00 for Teddy Bear & Card.
9. LOST: Frosh/Soph Boys Basketball bag. Left in locker room. If found, please return to Joe Woods. No questions asked.
STUDENTS & PARENTS:
1. The district office has asked us to remind you that we only have a 2 week break during the Winter Holiday. Please remind your parents that we expect you all to stay in school until the final day – December 19th. Thank you. PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT NOT ONLY ARE YOU EXPECTED TO STAY UNTIL DEC. 19th, BUT IF YOU LEAVE BEFORE THAT DATE YOU RISK LOSING ALL OF YOUR CREDITS & FAILING ALL OF YOUR CLASSES!
LIBRARY HOURS/SCHEDULE DURING FINALS WEEK
Monday, regular day: book returns only during class time, library will be open before school, during lunch and after school for computer usage and book returns as well.
Tuesday through Thursday, finals:
7:30 – 7:50: open for normal usage
7:55 – 12:10: open for book returns only – only for those classes signed up
12:10- 1:30: open for book returns/ normal usage

Friday, minimum day:
7:30-7:50: open for normal usage
7:55-12:10: closed
12:10-1:30: open for book returns/ normal usage

SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change – only the periods change each day
Finals Schedule
Monday, December 15 – REGULAR SCHEDULE
Tuesday, December 16 – Periods 3 & 4 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Wednesday, December 17 - Periods 5 & 6 – Semester Finals Minimum Day (NOT LATE START)
Thursday, December 18 – Periods 1 & 2 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Friday, December 19 – All 6 periods – Regular Minimum Day

FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
74 Wednesday, December 10, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 10, 1869 - The territory of Wyoming authorized women to vote and hold office.
Collaborative Day Schedule
Length Start End
1st 0:52 8:55 AM 9:47 AM
Pass 0:05 9:47 AM 9:52 AM
2nd 0:49 9:52 AM 10:41 AM
Break 0:10 10:41 AM 10:51 AM
Pass 0:05 10:51 AM 10:56 AM
3rd 0:49 10:56 AM 11:45 AM
Pass 0:05 11:45 AM 11:50 AM
4th 0:49 11:50 AM 12:39 PM
Lunch 0:40 12:39 PM 1:19 PM
Pass 0:05 1:19 PM 1:24 PM
5th 0:49 1:24 PM 2:13 PM
Pass 0:05 2:13 PM 2:18 PM
6th 0:49 2:18 PM 3:07 PM

LUNCH : Beef & bean tostada, Spanish rice, lettuce/tomato

ATHLETICS:
1. GIRLS SOCCER - HOME w/Alemany. Frosh. Game begins at 3PM, JV at 4:30PM and Varsity at 6PM. FROSH GIRLS ONLY are excused from class at 1:55PM and are to report directly to the field.
2. BOYS SOCCER - FROSH. ONLY - AWAY @ Golden Valley. Game begins at 3:15PM. FROSH. BOYS ONLY are excused from class at 12:45PM, bus will depart at 1:00PM, Varsity at 6PM.
3. WRESTLING - AWAY @ Ventura Tournament. Wrestling Team is excused from class at 1PM.
4. SWIM TEAM: Mandatory meeting on Thursday, Dec. 11th in Room 49 at lunch time. Bring any completed paperwork. If you are interested in participating on the swim team, please be sure to attend.

CLUBS:
1. MECHA CLUB – lunch meeting Thursday.
2. PRAYER CLUB meets Wednesday at lunch in Rm. 2. All are welcome.
3. Poetry Club – meeting Friday at lunch in Rm. 18.
4. ANIME CLUB – meeting on Thursday at lunch in Rm. 34.
5. Mentor Program: Reminder -No after school or lunch programs this wk or next wk due to Black Out Week & Finals.
6. Mentor Program: Officers’ meeting this Fri. Rm. 10 at lunch. You will be planning Holiday Party!

SENIORS:
Scholarships:
• The Elks National Foundation is offering the “Scholarship for Elk Families Scholarship” to any child or grandchild of a living Elk member. For complete details, see Mrs. Larin in the College and Career Center or go to www.elks.org/enf/scholars Deadline is Dec 31st.
• The California Association of Educational Office is offering a scholarship to students who have a 2.0 GPA or better, plan on attending a college or university to major in business administration or education, demonstrate financial need, and be involved in extracurricular activities. For complete details, see Mrs. Larin. Deadline is Jan 2nd.

STUDENTS:
1. Are you interesting in taking College Classes this spring? Don’t wait until the last minute. Sign up to see your counselor now! A representative from Ventura College will be in the College and Career Center on Thursday, December 11th.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE DETENTION – Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3:15-4:15 in Rm. 49
3. Are you interested in the outdoors, meeting new people, and traveling?? Come to a presentation by the Montana Yellowstone Experience at lunch in Rm 49 on Friday! Snacks provided! Everyone's welcome.
4. If you are interested in taking Mr. Richter’s landscaping class next semester? See your counselor ASAP
5. Be an exchange student or host one with AFS Intercultural Programs. Attend an information night for students and parents 7PM to 8PM Monday, December 15, 2008. Thousand Oaks Teen Center, 1375 E. Janss Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. For more info, contact Sandy Butts at yosoysb3@hotmail.com
6. Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors – class t-shirts are on sale now for $12. All orders must be turned in by Dec. 19th. Show your class spirit and buy one!
7. The Art Club is selling Holiday Grams & Teddy Bears during lunch in the quad Wed. – Fri. or from Mrs. M in Rm. 34. $5.00 for Teddy Bear & Card.
8. One Step: Board meeting today at lunch Rm. 10 -snack provided.

STUDENTS & PARENTS:
1. The district office has asked us to remind you that we only have a 2 week break during the Winter Holiday. Please remind your parents that we expect you all to stay in school until the final day – December 19th. Thank you.

SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change – only the periods change each day
BLACK OUT WEEKS – Dec. 8 – 19
Wednesday, December 10 – Collaboration Day (Late Start)
Tuesday, December 16 – Periods 3 & 4 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Wednesday, December 17 - Periods 5 & 6 – Semester Finals Minimum Day (NOT LATE START)
Thursday, December 18 – Periods 1 & 2 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Friday, December 19 – All 6 periods – Regular Minimum Day

FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
73 Tuesday, December 9, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 9, 1941 - China declared war against Japan, Germany, and Italy.

LUNCH : Chili beans, cornbread muffin, coleslaw.

ATHLETICS:
1. SWIM TEAM: Mandatory meeting on Thursday, Dec. 11th in Room 49 at lunch time. Bring any completed paperwork. If you are interested in participating on the swim team, please be sure to attend.
CLUBS:
1. ATTENTION UC AMBASSADORS - meeting Tuesday (12/9) at lunch in room 61 to discuss upcoming events (for community service hours!) including: After School Tutoring, partnering with MESA, and A-G Workshops.
2. MECHA CLUB – lunch meeting Tuesday & Thursday.
3. PRAYER CLUB meets Wednesday at lunch in Rm. 2. All are welcome.
4. Poetry Club – meeting Friday at lunch in Rm. 18.
5. ART CLUB – Don’t forget the Holiday party TODAY at lunch. Bring your exchange gift.
6. ANIME CLUB – meeting on Thursday at lunch in Rm. 34.

STUDENTS:
1. Are you interesting in taking College Classes this spring? Don’t wait until the last minute. Sign up to see your counselor now! A representative from Ventura College will be in the College and Career Center on Thursday, December 11th.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE DETENTION – Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3:15-4:15 in Rm. 49
3. Enter the Lions’ Club speech contest and win $50 with a chance to win $21,250. Top is “Water – Will California Be Left High and Dry?” Open to all students. To enter see Mr. Overton or call Bill Edmonds – 524-4839.
4. If you are interested in taking Mr. Richter’s landscaping class next semester? See your counselor ASAP
5. Be an exchange student or host one with AFS Intercultural Programs. Attend an information night for students and parents 7PM to 8PM Monday, December 15, 2008. Thousand Oaks Teen Center, 1375 E. Janss Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. For more info, contact Sandy Butts at yosoysb3@hotmail.com
6. Freshmen, Sophomores & Juniors – class t-shirts are on sale now for $12. All orders must be turned in by Dec. 19th. Show your class spirit and buy one!
7. The Art Club is selling Holiday Grams & Teddy Bears during lunch in the quad Wed. – Fri. or from Mrs. M in Rm. 34. $5.00 for Teddy Bear & Card.

STUDENTS & STAFF:
1. "Little Paws" is a dog rescue in Fillmore. They pay more than $1,200.00 a month to feed over 90 lost and abandoned dogs. Please "Pitch in for Pets." Donate in your 3rd period class and in room 19. Thank you. Chris Fernandez
2. The Annual Canned Food Drive has begun. Start collecting cans, and bring them to your 2nd period class. 1st & 2nd place classes earn a Wood Ranch lunch, and 3rd place class will get El Pescador burritos.

STUDENTS & PARENTS:
1. The district office has asked us to remind you that we only have a 2 week break during the Winter Holiday. Please remind your parents that we expect you all to stay in school until the final day – December 19th. Thank you.

SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change – only the periods change each day
BLACK OUT WEEKS – Dec. 8 – 19 (Please do not schedule doctors/dentist appointments unless absolutely necessary. This is your last change to prepare for finals.)
Wednesday, December 10 – Collaboration Day (Late Start)
Tuesday, December 16 – Periods 3 & 4 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Wednesday, December 17 - Periods 5 & 6 – Semester Finals Minimum Day (NOT LATE START)
Thursday, December 18 – Periods 1 & 2 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Friday, December 19 – All 6 periods – Regular Minimum Day

FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
72 Monday, December 8, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 8, 1941 - Congress declared war on Japan and the U.S. entered World War II.

LUNCH : Orange chicken, white rice, broccoli.

ATHLETICS:
1.
CLUBS:
1. Mentor meeting is cancelled today for Black Out week. Study Hard!
2. ATTENTION UC AMBASSADORS - meeting Tuesday (12/9) at lunch in room 61 to discuss upcoming events (for community service hours!) including: After School Tutoring, partnering with MESA, and A-G Workshops. Looking forward to seeing you there! Mrs. Palacio and Ms. Moriarty
3. MECHA CLUB – lunch meeting Tuesday & Thursday.
4. Poetry Club – meeting Friday at lunch in Rm. 18.

STUDENTS:
1. Are you interesting in taking College Classes this spring? Don’t wait until the last minute. Sign up to see your counselor now! A representative from Ventura College will be in the College and Career Center on Thursday, December 11th.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE DETENTION – Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3:15-4:15 in Rm. 49
3. Enter the Lions’ Club speech contest and win $50 with a chance to win $21,250. Top is “Water – Will California Be Left High and Dry?” Open to all students. To enter see Mr. Overton or call Bill Edmonds – 524-4839.
4. If you are interested in taking Mr. Richter’s landscaping class next semester? See your counselor ASAP
5. One Step Center - On Monday the 8th there is a free cooking class at 3:30 and a Stress Group for teens at 4:30
6. Be an exchange student or host one with AFS Intercultural Programs. Attend an information night for students and parents 7PM to 8PM Monday, December 15, 2008. Thousand Oaks Teen Center, 1375 E. Janss Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. For more info, contact Sandy Butts at yosoysb3@hotmail.com
7. Students: It is very important that you understand that the Fillmore Unified School District is committed to eliminating sexual harassment or sexual battery of any student by an employee, student, or other person, from all schools and facilities within the district. Sexual harassment or battery is improper, immoral, illegal, and will not be tolerated within the district. This policy is implemented to inform both students and personnel as to what sexual harassment/battery is and what procedures are to be followed in dealing with sexual harassment/battery within the district. See Fillmore High School Discipline Code. BP5145.7 First offense is warning & parent conference. Second offense is 3-day suspension & notification of proper authorities. Third offense 5-day suspension; notification of proper authorities & expulsion recommendation. Thank you. ……...John Wilber, Principal…..

STUDENTS & STAFF:
1. "Little Paws" is a dog rescue in Fillmore. They pay more than $1,200.00 a month to feed over 90 lost and abandoned dogs. Please "Pitch in for Pets." Donate in your 3rd period class and in room 19. Thank you. Chris Fernandez
2. The Annual Canned Food Drive has begun. Start collecting cans, and bring them to your 2nd period class. 1st & 2nd place classes earn a Wood Ranch lunch, and 3rd place class will get El Pescador burritos.
STUDENTS & PARENTS:
1. The district office has asked us to remind you that we only have a 2 week break during the Winter Holiday. Please remind your parents that we expect you all to stay in school until the final day – December 19th. We will continue to remind you at times during the rest of the year. This generally is a time when we have a high absence rate, and we are hoping that by reminding your families early, they will plan to postpone any holiday travel until after December 19th. Thank you.

SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change – only the periods change each day
BLACK OUT WEEKS – Dec. 8 – 19 (Please do not schedule doctors/dentist appointments unless absolutely necessary. This is your last change to prepare for finals.)
Wednesday, December 10 – Collaboration Day (Late Start)
Tuesday, December 16 – Periods 3 & 4 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Wednesday, December 17 - Periods 5 & 6 – Semester Finals Minimum Day (NOT LATE START)
Thursday, December 18 – Periods 1 & 2 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Friday, December 19 – All 6 periods – Regular Minimum Day

FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
72 Monday, December 8, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 8, 1941 - Congress declared war on Japan and the U.S. entered World War II.

LUNCH : Orange chicken, white rice, broccoli.

ATHLETICS:
1.
CLUBS:
1. Mentor meeting is cancelled today for Black Out week. Study Hard!
2. ATTENTION UC AMBASSADORS - meeting Tuesday (12/9) at lunch in room 61 to discuss upcoming events (for community service hours!) including: After School Tutoring, partnering with MESA, and A-G Workshops. Looking forward to seeing you there! Mrs. Palacio and Ms. Moriarty
3. MECHA CLUB – lunch meeting Tuesday & Thursday.
4. Poetry Club – meeting Friday at lunch in Rm. 18.

STUDENTS:
1. Are you interesting in taking College Classes this spring? Don’t wait until the last minute. Sign up to see your counselor now! A representative from Ventura College will be in the College and Career Center on Thursday, December 11th.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE DETENTION – Every Tuesday & Thursday from 3:15-4:15 in Rm. 49
3. Enter the Lions’ Club speech contest and win $50 with a chance to win $21,250. Top is “Water – Will California Be Left High and Dry?” Open to all students. To enter see Mr. Overton or call Bill Edmonds – 524-4839.
4. If you are interested in taking Mr. Richter’s landscaping class next semester? See your counselor ASAP
5. One Step Center - On Monday the 8th there is a free cooking class at 3:30 and a Stress Group for teens at 4:30
6. Be an exchange student or host one with AFS Intercultural Programs. Attend an information night for students and parents 7PM to 8PM Monday, December 15, 2008. Thousand Oaks Teen Center, 1375 E. Janss Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. For more info, contact Sandy Butts at yosoysb3@hotmail.com
7. Students: It is very important that you understand that the Fillmore Unified School District is committed to eliminating sexual harassment or sexual battery of any student by an employee, student, or other person, from all schools and facilities within the district. Sexual harassment or battery is improper, immoral, illegal, and will not be tolerated within the district. This policy is implemented to inform both students and personnel as to what sexual harassment/battery is and what procedures are to be followed in dealing with sexual harassment/battery within the district. See Fillmore High School Discipline Code. BP5145.7 First offense is warning & parent conference. Second offense is 3-day suspension & notification of proper authorities. Third offense 5-day suspension; notification of proper authorities & expulsion recommendation. Thank you. ……...John Wilber, Principal…..

STUDENTS & STAFF:
1. "Little Paws" is a dog rescue in Fillmore. They pay more than $1,200.00 a month to feed over 90 lost and abandoned dogs. Please "Pitch in for Pets." Donate in your 3rd period class and in room 19. Thank you. Chris Fernandez
2. The Annual Canned Food Drive has begun. Start collecting cans, and bring them to your 2nd period class. 1st & 2nd place classes earn a Wood Ranch lunch, and 3rd place class will get El Pescador burritos.
STUDENTS & PARENTS:
1. The district office has asked us to remind you that we only have a 2 week break during the Winter Holiday. Please remind your parents that we expect you all to stay in school until the final day – December 19th. We will continue to remind you at times during the rest of the year. This generally is a time when we have a high absence rate, and we are hoping that by reminding your families early, they will plan to postpone any holiday travel until after December 19th. Thank you.

SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change – only the periods change each day
BLACK OUT WEEKS – Dec. 8 – 19 (Please do not schedule doctors/dentist appointments unless absolutely necessary. This is your last change to prepare for finals.)
Wednesday, December 10 – Collaboration Day (Late Start)
Tuesday, December 16 – Periods 3 & 4 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Wednesday, December 17 - Periods 5 & 6 – Semester Finals Minimum Day (NOT LATE START)
Thursday, December 18 – Periods 1 & 2 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Friday, December 19 – All 6 periods – Regular Minimum Day

FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
71 Friday, December 5, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 5, 1848 - President Polk triggered the Gold Rush of 1848 by confirming that gold had been discovered in California.

LUNCH : Build your own burrito, pepiños

ATHLETICS:
1. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOOTBALL TEAM for defeating Brentwood Friday, 21-14 and advancing to the CIF Semi-Finals. The next game for the Flashes will be AWAY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6TH at 7PM against Twentynine Palms.
2. VARSITY GIRLS BASKETBALL - It’s the Annual FILLMORE GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT. Flashes play tonight at 7:45PM. Come support your Lady Flashes!!
3. JV BOYS SOCCER - HOME vs. for the Heritage Valley Tournament. JV Team plays at 4:30PM.
4. FROSH GIRLS SOCCER - AWAY @ Saugus. All Games begin at 3PM. Girls are excused from class at 12:45PM and will depart at 1PM.
5. JV GIRLS BASKETBALL - AWAY @ Santa Paula Tournament. Game begins at 5:30PM. See Coach Tafoya for departure time.
6. VARSITY BOYS BASKETBALL - AWAY @ the Laguna Blanca Tournament. See Coach Sebek for departure time.
7. JV BOYS BASKETBALL - AWAY @ Carpinteria Tournament. See Coach Blankenship for departure time.
CLUBS:
1. Mentor Program: Santa Helpers Today Friday -meet at Rm. 10 at the start of 5th period.
2. Mentor Program: Officers Meeting Today Rm. 10 snack provided.
3. ATTENTION UC AMBASSADORS - meeting Tuesday (12/9) at lunch in room 61 to discuss upcoming events (for community service hours!) including: After School Tutoring, partnering with MESA, and A-G Workshops. Looking forward to seeing you there! Mrs. Palacio and Ms. Moriarty
4. Poetry Club – meeting today cancelled, rescheduled for next Friday at lunch in Rm. 18.
SENIORS:
1. Seniors: Josten’s will be here on Friday during break and at lunch to take orders for cap and gowns and announcements.
STUDENTS:
1. PRE-SALE CIF FOOTBALL TICKETS - On Sale in the Student Store. Adults $8, Students and Children $5
2. ROOTERS BUS - The cost is $20 per student. The $20 covers your admission to the game and pays for your transportation to and from the game. Seats are limited to the first 14 Students. You must have a “Signed Parental Permission Slip” in order to go. Permission Slips are available at the Student Store. If you need financial assistance, please see Norma Perez-Sandford.
3. Are you interesting in taking College Classes this spring? Don’t wait until the last minute. Sign up to see your counselor now! A representative from Ventura College will be in the College and Career Center on Thursday, December 11th.
4. The Film Script deadline for the Film Festival has been extended! Now get your application from Mr. Overton, and turn in your finished script by this Friday, Dec. 5th! Get started now to qualify for the $2m500.00 scholarship or one of four brand new laptop computers! See Mr. Overton now!
5. Enter the Lions’ Club speech contest and win $50 with a chance to win $21,250. Top is “Water – Will California Be Left High and Dry?” Open to all students. To enter see Mr. Overton or call Bill Edmonds – 524-4839.
6. If you are interested in taking Mr. Richter’s landscaping class next semester? See your counselor ASAP
7. One Step Center - On Monday the 8th there is a free cooking class at 3:30 and a Stress Group for teens at 4:30
STUDENTS & STAFF:
1. "Little Paws" is a dog rescue in Fillmore. They pay more than $1,200.00 a month to feed over 90 lost and abandoned dogs. Please "Pitch in for Pets." Donate in your 3rd period class and in room 19. Thank you. Chris Fernandez
2. The Annual Canned Food Drive has begun. Start collecting cans, and bring them to your 2nd period class. 1st & 2nd place classes earn a Wood Ranch lunch, and 3rd place class will get El Pescador burritos.
STUDENTS & PARENTS:
1. The district office has asked us to remind you that we only have a 2 week break during the Winter Holiday. Please remind your parents that we expect you all to stay in school until the final day – December 19th. We will continue to remind you at times during the rest of the year. This generally is a time when we have a high absence rate, and we are hoping that by reminding your families early, they will plan to postpone any holiday travel until after December 19th. Thank you.
STAFF:
1. We have seats available on the Rooters Bus, but before we make is available to the general public we are offering the seats on a first-come-first-serve basis to our staff. Cost is $15.00 which will provide transportation to and from the game on a nice “Coach” bus that has reclining seats, restroom and TV’s. The bus will depart FHS at 2:30PM and estimated arrival time back to Fillmore is 1:30AM. Anyone that would like to reserve seats, please contact me ASAP. You have until 10AM TODAY to reserve your seat; otherwise we will open it up to the general public.

SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change – only the periods change each day
BLACK OUT WEEKS – Dec. 8 – 19 (Please do not schedule doctors/dentist appointments unless absolutely necessary. This is your last change to prepare for finals.)
Wednesday, December 10 – Collaboration Day (Late Start)
Tuesday, December 16 – Periods 3 & 4 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Wednesday, December 17 - Periods 5 & 6 – Semester Finals Minimum Day (NOT LATE START)
Thursday, December 18 – Periods 1 & 2 – Semester Finals Minimum Day
Friday, December 19 – All 6 periods – Regular Minimum Day

Natalie Garnica
Student, Fillmore High School

The month of November has been eventful at FHS. To start off the month we had a CSF Club sponsored mock election on the 4th for the seniors. Each senior cast their vote on a ballot that included the presidential candidates, Proposition 2, Proposition 4, and Proposition 8. Votes were counted by CSF club officials and the “results” were that Barack Obama won with a ratio of approximately 3:1, both Prop 2 and Prop 4 passed by a wide margin. The senior class did not pass Proposition 8, although it was a close race. The election also served to remind eligible seniors to cast their official ballots later that day.

Fillmore High worked hard to put their best foot forward for the state Western Accreditation of Schools and Colleges, the organization that determines whether or not Fillmore High diplomas are legitimate. WASC review happens every six years or so for all schools, and provides a great opportunity to review our progress as a school. For three days committee members interviewed teachers, staff, and students, observed every classroom, and wrote a report that will determine our accreditation.

A Renaissance Rally also took place during the week of the WASC review, and included skits from students and teachers, the presentation of awards for the top ten students of each grade, and some great speeches from Mr. Andersen and Coach Woods that rallied the students for the game against Desert High.

Over sixty students donated blood that week, a record for the school. Another record was set by the senior class – they sold over 1500 pies, beating last years class by several hundred and they thank the community for being so supportive of Grad Nite Live.

Our varsity football team beat Brentwood High on the Friday after Thanksgiving, and has moved on to the semi-finals of CIF. They will travel four hours on Saturday to play Twentynine Palms, and we wish them the best of luck! There will be a rooter bus and tickets are fifteen dollars – if you wish to buy a ticket contact Lynn at the student store.

For more information, call the Student Store at 52.

FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
70 Thursday, December 4, 2008

PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: December 4, 1816 - James Monroe of Virginia was elected (by electors) the fifth president of the United States.

LUNCH : Spaghetti w/meat sauce, garlic bread, salad/dressing
ATHLETICS:
1. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FOOTBALL TEAM for defeating Brentwood Friday, 21-14 and advancing to the CIF Semi-Finals. The next game for the Flashes will be AWAY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6TH at 7PM against Twentynine Palms.