Fillmore Middle School
Friday, 1/9/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

Mission Statement: “TOGETHER WE WILL – Think, believe, create, achieve.”

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. STUDENT ID’S – If you use the lunch lines, you need to have your student ID card available to show. If you need a new ID card, see Ms. Faulkner in the library. Cost for a replacement ID is $3.00.
2. COMPUTER USE FORMS – We still have 198 students who have not returned your signed Computer Acceptable Use form. Students missing the form were given new ones and asked to get it returned with a parent signature. If we do not get this form back, we will have to turn off your computer privileges by disabling your password. Be responsible and return the signed form! You may turn it in to any teacher and they will forward it to the office.
3. SCHOOL RULES – When walking or riding your bike to and from school, please do not walk or ride through the parking lot. Thank you for your cooperation.
4. GRADE CHANGES – If you need to have a 2nd quarter grade changed, you must have your teacher do so in writing to Mrs. Brock. The deadline for grade changes is Monday, 1/12/09.
5. THE DOGHOUSE – If you have an interesting story, poem, picture or recipe to share with others and would like to publish it in the FMS Doghouse, please email it (amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us) or turn in a copy to Ms. Morielli in room G-1.
6. THE DOGHOUSE MATH PROBLEM - The first 10 students to turn in the correct answer with work will receive a prize. The due date is TODAY. Turn your answer in to Ms. Morielli in G-1.
7. HEY YOU! Wake up! It’s time to get your yearbook and it’s also your last chance to get your name on the yearbook. They are still $40 so hurry and order. You snooze, you lose! See Miss Beal in K-3 or the yearbook table during 1st lunch by Friday, 1/23.
8. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Ask Jose Contreras and Jose Luis Perez about planting a garden to feed the butterflies and caterpillars.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. MUSIC BOOSTER CLUB – The next meeting of the Fillmore Music Booster Club is Monday, 1/12 at 6:30 p.m. in the FMS band room.
2. 2nd QUARTER REPORT CARDS were mailed on Monday, 1/5/09.
3. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

Fillmore Middle School
Thursday, 1/8/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

Mission Statement: “TOGETHER WE WILL – Think, believe, create, achieve.”

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. COMPUTER USE FORMS – We still have 198 students who have not returned your signed Computer Acceptable Use form. Students missing the form were given new ones and asked to get it returned with a parent signature. If we do not get this form back, we will have to turn off your computer privileges by disabling your password. Be responsible and return the signed form! You may turn it in to any teacher and they will forward it to the office.
2. SCHOOL RULES – If you ride your bike to school, please lock your bike in the bike racks located in front of the B building, not along the fence at the parking lot. They will be safer in the bike racks.
3. GRADE CHANGES – If you need to have a 2nd quarter grade changed, you must have your teacher do so in writing to Mrs. Brock. The deadline for grade changes is Monday, 1/12/09.
4. THE DOGHOUSE – If you have an interesting story, poem, picture or recipe to share with others and would like to publish it in the FMS Doghouse, please email it (amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us) or turn in a copy to Ms. Morielli in room G-1.
5. THE DOGHOUSE MATH PROBLEM - The first 10 students to turn in the correct answer with work will receive a prize. The due date is this Friday, January 9. Turn your answer in to Ms. Morielli in G-1.
6. HEY YOU! Wake up! It’s time to get your yearbook and it’s also your last chance to get your name on the yearbook. They are still $40 so hurry and order. You snooze, you lose! See Miss Beal in K-3 or the yearbook table during 1st lunch by Friday, 1/23.
7. LIBRARY INFO – Everyone’s library book is due! Write down your title and renew your book or return the book back to the library so you won’t receive a fine. You may return or renew without your ID card at any time.
8. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Ask Sandra Rojas about why you should stop buying sodas with plastic rings.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. MUSIC BOOSTER CLUB – The next meeting of the Fillmore Music Booster Club is Monday, 1/12 at 6:30 p.m. in the FMS band room.
2. 2nd QUARTER REPORT CARDS were mailed on Monday, 1/5/09.
3. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

Fillmore Middle School
Wednesday, 1/7/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

Mission Statement: “TOGETHER WE WILL – Think, believe, create, achieve.”

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. STUDENTS OF THE MONTH – Congratulations to Grade 6 students Evelyn Alferez and Moussa Assphor; Grade 7 students Banely Arevalo and Nicholas Johnson; Grade 8 students Amber Wilmot and Lester Legan.
2. STAFF OF THE MONTH – Congratulations to our secretary Mrs. Ecklund and to our American History teacher, Ms. Beal!
3. SCHOOL RULES – If you ride your bike to school, please lock your bike in the bike racks located in front of the B building, not along the fence at the parking lot. They will be safer in the bike racks.
4. WASHINGTON DC mandatory meeting every Wednesday in K-3 during 1st lunch for all students going on the Washington DC trip.
5. YOUTH ACT CLUB MEETING TODAY in K-4 during 1st lunch. All members bring a friend for treats and crafts to serve our community. Have fun and do a good thing at the same time. The more students, the merrier. See you at 1st lunch in K-4.
6. CONGRATULATIONS to our Guess Who Trivia Contest Part 2 winners: Liliana Zamora, Celene Cruz, Clarissa Martinez, Claudia Murillo and Yolanda Martinez.
7. THE DOGHOUSE – If you have an interesting story, poem, picture or recipe to share with others and would like to publish it in the FMS Doghouse, please email it (amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us) or turn in a copy to Ms. Morielli in room G-1.
8. THE DOGHOUSE MATH PROBLEM - The first 10 students to turn in the correct answer with work will receive a prize. The due date is this Friday, January 9. Turn your answer in to Ms. Morielli in G-1.
9. HEY YOU! Wake up! It’s time to get your yearbook and it’s also your last chance to get your name on the yearbook. They are still $40 so hurry and order. You snooze, you lose! See Miss Beal in K-3 or the yearbook table during 1st lunch by Friday, 1/23.
10. LIBRARY INFO – Everyone’s library book is due! Write down your title and renew your book or return the book back to the library so you won’t receive a fine. You may return or renew without your ID card at any time.
11. REPORT CARDS were mailed yesterday. If you have grade changes, they must be submitted in writing to Mrs. Brock from your teacher.
12. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Ask Marisol Torres and Angelica Magana why you should say paper, not plastic the next time you are at the grocery store.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. 2nd QUARTER REPORT CARDS were mailed on Monday, 1/5/09.
2. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

Fillmore Middle School
Tuesday, 1/6/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

Mission Statement: “TOGETHER WE WILL – Think, believe, create, achieve.”

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. WELCOME BACK! Don’t forget that we start back with period 1 today and all 6th graders now attend 2nd lunch and 7/8th graders attend 1st lunch.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Start 2009 off right! Be on time to school every day and come prepared for class and ready to learn!
3. LIBRARY INFO – Everyone’s library book is due! Write down your title and renew your book or return the book back to the library so you won’t receive a fine. You may return or renew without your ID card at any time.
4. CAREER LUNCH TODAY in room J-1 during 1st lunch. LAPD police officer Joel Frias will tell you what it takes to be a police officer on the streets of L.A. What type of training do you receive in the beginning and what type of ongoing training is continued throughout your career? Come and get the facts.
5. REPORT CARDS were mailed yesterday. If you have grade changes, they must be submitted in writing to Mrs. Brock from your teacher.
6. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Ask Marisol Torres and Angelica Magana why you should say paper, not plastic the next time you are at the grocery store.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. 2nd QUARTER REPORT CARDS were mailed on Monday, 1/5/09.
2. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

Fillmore Middle School
Tuesday, 1/6/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

Mission Statement: “TOGETHER WE WILL – Think, believe, create, achieve.”

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. WELCOME BACK! Don’t forget that we start back with period 1 today and all 6th graders now attend 2nd lunch and 7/8th graders attend 1st lunch.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Start 2009 off right! Be on time to school every day and come prepared for class and ready to learn!
3. REPORT CARDS were mailed yesterday. If you have grade changes, they must be submitted in writing to Mrs. Brock from your teacher.
4. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Ask Marisol Torres and Angelica Magana why you should say paper, not plastic the next time you are at the grocery store.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. 2nd QUARTER REPORT CARDS were mailed on Monday, 1/5/09.
2. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

Fillmore Middle School
Friday, 12/19/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

Mission Statement: “TOGETHER WE WILL – Think, believe, create, achieve.”

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. HAVE A GREAT WINTER BREAK and see you back in school on Tuesday, 1/6/08! Don’t forget that after the break 6th graders will attend 2nd lunch and 7/8th graders will attend 1st lunch.
2. MINIMUM DAY TODAY – Students will be released at 12:07 p.m. Busses will transport students home starting at 1:00 p.m. EXCEPT for the Bardsdale bus which will pick up students at 12:45 p.m.
3. SCHOOL RULES – Engaging in harassment, threats or intimidation against students or school personnel will result in a 1-3 day suspension.
4. LIBRARY MESSAGE – Library books will be due on Tuesday, January 6th when we return from winter break. Remember to put your library books in your backpack and return them on that day. WE HAVE 575 BOOKS THAT ARE OVERDUE! OK students, can we talk? Your ability to borrow books from your library is truly a privilege. When you are in possession of an FMS library book, your greatest responsibility is to treat it with care and respect and return it in a timely manner so that every student may have the opportunity to enjoy the same book you have borrowed. Look between your mattress, in the bottom of your closet and in your little brother’s toy box and find all those books and bring them back! We have a printout in the library of all the overdue books. Come and see if your name is on the list. And remember, reading holds the key to your future!
5. YEARBOOK INFO –This is your last chance to get your name on your yearbook. See Miss Beal in K-3. Cost is still only $40.00.
6. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Ask Mike Diab and Alex Barragan about recycling your batteries.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. “MEET & GREET ” this Friday, December 19th from 7:30-8:30 am. in room C-1. We will be talking about Cyberbullying.
2. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

On November 20, Fillmore Middle School students listened intensely to Daniel and Tricia Gray, Alumni from the University of Notre Dame and UC Santa Barbara.. The topics included college preparation. Photo courtesy Kathryn Hawkins.

On November 20th, the Fillmore Middle School AVID program hosted Daniel and Tricia Gray, alumni from the University of Notre Dame and University of California Santa Barbara, respectively. Approximately 70 students listened as they presented topics including college preparation, choosing the right university, and some of their personal experiences at college.
Daniel, a 2006 graduate of the University of Notre Dame, shared some insights regarding his college application process. “It’s important not to let the cost of a school deter you from applying. Get accepted and find out how much financial aid would be available to you. There are a lot of scholarship opportunities which may make expensive schools more affordable than you might think.” Tricia, a 2006 graduate of the University of California Santa Barbara, shared the importance of finding the right school. “You shouldn’t choose a college based on where your friends are going. Instead, you should find the school that best fits you, based on academic programs, atmosphere, and the people. For me, UCSB was the perfect fit.” Currently, Daniel and Tricia Gray are professionals who work for the Federal Government.
Scott Carroll, one of the AVID teachers at Fillmore Middle School, is an advocate for this program and is eager for his students to hear about college from recent college graduates. “Thanks so much for taking the time to speak with our AVID students. They were very excited and really enjoyed your presentation. We really struggle to get guest speakers, so it was great for us to have two great speakers at the same time!” Heather Atwood and Scott Carroll are currently serving as co-coordinators of the AVID program at the middle school. There are currently about 100 students in the program.
“AVID” (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a college-preparatory program where students receive academic support as well as help getting organized and staying motivated from teachers and other students. The goal is to be eligible for a four-year university when they graduate from high school. The students, who are also encouraged to enroll in honors classes, will get to visit colleges and receive tutoring from other AVID students, including some from the high school program. If you know a college graduate who would like to be a guest speaker for the AVID program please contact Scott Carroll or Heather Atwood at Fillmore Middle School.

Fillmore Middle School
Thursday, 12/18/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

Mission Statement: “TOGETHER WE WILL – Think, believe, create, achieve.”

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. HOLIDAY RALLY TODAY - The colors of our holiday spirit rally are: 6th graders red, 7th graders black, 8th graders white and staff green. The grade level with the most holiday spirit color earns 500 points towards the rally tally points. All students who have signed up for the games must wear their grade color in order to participate.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Engaging in harassment, threats or intimidation against students or school personnel will result in a 1-3 day suspension.
3. LIBRARY MESSAGE – Library books will be due on Tuesday, January 6th when we return from winter break. Remember to put your library books in your backpack and return them on that day. WE HAVE 575 BOOKS THAT ARE OVERDUE! OK students, can we talk? Your ability to borrow books from your library is truly a privilege. When you are in possession of an FMS library book, your greatest responsibility is to treat it with care and respect and return it in a timely manner so that every student may have the opportunity to enjoy the same book you have borrowed. Look between your mattress, in the bottom of your closet and in your little brother’s toy box and find all those books and bring them back! We have a printout in the library of all the overdue books. Come and see if your name is on the list. And remember, reading holds the key to your future!
4. WINTER BREAK INFO – Minimum day on Friday, 12/19/08. Students will be released at 12:07 p.m. Break runs 12/20/08 through 1/5/09. Students return to school on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009.
5. LUNCH INFO – When students return to school on January 6th after the 2-week winter break, we will be switching lunches. 7th & 8th graders will attend 1st lunch (11:15-11:55) and 6th graders will attend 2nd lunch (12:10-12:50).
6. MINIMUM DAY BUS SCHEDULE – On Friday, 12/19 our busses will transport students home starting at 1:00 p.m. EXCEPT for the Bardsdale bus which will pick up students at 12:45 p.m.
7. YEARBOOK INFO –This is your last chance to get your name on your yearbook. See Miss Beal in K-3. Cost is still only $40.00.
8. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Save the sea turtles; throw your plastic bags in the trash. See Aylia Estrella and Paula Laureano for more information.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. “MEET & GREET ” this Friday, December 19th from 7:30-8:30 am. in room C-1. We will be talking about Cyberbullying.
2. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us