Fillmore Middle School
Tuesday, 12/2/08
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 the following students: Grade 6: Erene Caldera & Tyler Palacio; Grade 7: Sarah Lopez & Mario Gaspar; Grade 8: Megan Brunett & Nicholas Hastings
2. STAFF OF THE MONTH – Congratulations to Mr. Godfrey, our band teacher and Mrs. Orozco, our campus supervisor.
3. SCHOOL RULES – Sexual Harassment/Sexual Battery – Federal and state laws make sexual harassment illegal, whether it involves boys, girls, opposite-sex or same-sex situations. Some examples of sexual harassment are calling out obscene names, passing dirty notes, calling someone at home, telling dirty stories, staring at a person’s body in a sexual way, purposely bumping into someone or standing in their way so they can’t pass, writing graffiti or starting rumors about someone’s sexual orientation or behavior. Touching someone in a sexual way (pinching, touching or grabbing) is considered sexual battery. This is serious and the harasser can be arrested by police and expelled from school. This behavior will not be tolerated!
4. CAREER LUNCH this Friday, 12/5 in room J-1 during second lunch. Come and meet Erik Johnson who is a commercial airline pilot. Learn what really goes on behind the cockpit door of a big, commercial airplane, like the ones that fly out of LAX! It is definitely not like the movies!
5. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – See Victor Garibay and Johnny Lugo about hybrid cars.
6. NEW ROTATION this week starting with period 6 followed by periods 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5.
7. THE FILLMORE TEEN DROP-IN CENTER is now open Monday-Thursdays from 3-6:30 p.m. and it is located at the Trinity Episcopal Church at the corner of 2nd & Saratoga Streets. You can participate with homework help, cooking classes, yoga classes and other fun activities.
8. SCHOOL SPIRIT – Show the town your spirit and Fillmore pride! Order your Fillmore T-shirt by 12/5. Cost is only $12.00 and the shirts are black with royal blue lettering. Order one as a gift, get one for your parents, wear them anywhere! See the yearbook table at lunch or Miss Beal in K-3 and order your shirt!
9. DEAR JEAN MARIE – Have a problem, need a solution? Have a questions, need and answer? Write to Jean Marie.
10. POETRY – Have a poem you would like to share? Submit your poem to The Doghouse for publication.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. 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, 11/25/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. THE FILLMORE TEEN DROP-IN CENTER is now open Monday-Thursdays from 3-6:30 p.m. and it is located at the Trinity Episcopal Church at the corner of 2nd & Saratoga Streets. You can participate with homework help, cooking classes, yoga classes and other fun activities.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Theft or attempting to steal school or private property will result in a 1-3 day suspension for the first offense.
3. NO SCHOOL WEDNESDAY, Thursday or Friday. Enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday!
4. GREAT ESCAPE I – Congratulations to those students who have earned a GPA of 3.0 and above in first quarter. To celebrate, you will receive a pass from ASB to escape 20 minutes early from your last period class. Grade 8 will escape today, Tuesday, 11/25. You must present your pass in order to escape and redeem for a treat. No pass, no escape, no treat!
5. YEARBOOK – Last chance to get your name on your yearbook for $40.00. See the yearbook table at lunch or Miss Beal in K-3.
6. SCHOOL SPIRIT – Show the town your spirit and Fillmore pride! Order your Fillmore T-shirt by 12/5. Cost is only $12.00 and the shirts are black with royal blue lettering. Order one as a gift, get one for your parents, wear them anywhere! See the yearbook table at lunch or Miss Beal in K-3 and order your shirt!
7. DEAR JEAN MARIE – Have a problem, need a solution? Have a questions, need and answer? Write to Jean Marie.
8. POETRY – Have a poem you would like to share? Submit your poem to The Doghouse for publication.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PTSA (Parent, Teacher, Student Assoc) – Our first PTSA meeting will be held on today, 11/25 at 6:00 p.m. in the FMS Library. Please come and join us and be part of a new adventure.
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
Monday, 11/24/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. THE FILLMORE TEEN DROP-IN CENTER is now open Monday-Thursdays from 3-6:30 p.m. and it is located at the Trinity Episcopal Church at the corner of 2nd & Saratoga Streets. You can participate with homework help, cooking classes, yoga classes and other fun activities.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Theft or attempting to steal school or private property will result in a 1-3 day suspension for the first offense.
3. NO SCHOOL WEDNESDAY, Thursday or Friday. Enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday!
4. GREAT ESCAPE I – Congratulations to those students who have earned a GPA of 3.0 and above in first quarter. To celebrate, you will receive a pass from ASB to escape 20 minutes early from your last period class. Grade 7 will escape today at 2:28 and Grade 8 on Tuesday, 11/25. You must present your pass in order to escape and redeem for a treat. No pass, no escape, no treat!
5. YEARBOOK – Last chance to get your name on your yearbook for $40.00. See the yearbook table at lunch or Miss Beal in K-3.
6. SCHOOL SPIRIT – Show the town your spirit and Fillmore pride! Order your Fillmore T-shirt by 12/5. Cost is only $12.00 and the shirts are black with royal blue lettering. Order one as a gift, get one for your parents, wear them anywhere! See the yearbook table at lunch or Miss Beal in K-3 and order your shirt!
7. DEAR JEAN MARIE – Have a problem, need a solution? Have a questions, need and answer? Write to Jean Marie.
8. POETRY – Have a poem you would like to share? Submit your poem to The Doghouse for publication.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PTSA (Parent, Teacher, Student Assoc) – Our first PTSA meeting will be held on Tuesday, 11/25 at 6:00 p.m. in the FMS Library. Please come and join us and be part of a new adventure.
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

Alberto Cantero Jr., Fillmore Middle School student.
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Alberto Cantero Jr. has been nominated by Rhonda Reyes-Deutsch, of Fillmore Middle School to attend a People to People World Leadership Forum in Washington D.C.. Congratulations! The Forum helps prepare the most promising young people for the opportunities and responsibilities ahead. Alberto was nominated as an outstanding student with high academic standing and promising leadership potential. He will join other highly motivated and accomplished middle school scholars from around the globe.

The costs of tuition are substantial and we are looking to community for support. By making a contribution, you will be helping Alberto gain an advantage in school, career and in this once in a lifetime opportunity.

Union Bank of California has offered Alberto a free account and your tax-deductible donations can be made directly payable to:
Alberto Cantero, Jr.
357 Market Street
Fillmore, CA 93015

For questions or direct contributions please contact Rebecca Cantero at (805) 524-2407. Contributions should be received prior to Feb. 6th, 2009. Thank you so much for your support.

Fillmore Middle School
Thursday, 11/20/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. THE FILLMORE TEEN DROP-IN CENTER is now open Monday-Thursdays from 3-6:30 p.m. and it is located at the Trinity Episcopal Church at the corner of 2nd & Saratoga Streets. You can participate with homework help, cooking classes, yoga classes and other fun activities.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Causing or attempting to cause physical injury to another person will result in a 3-5 day suspension.
3. GREAT ESCAPE I – Congratulations to those students who have earned a CPA of 3.0 and above in first quarter. To celebrate, you will receive a pass from ASB to escape 20 minutes early from your last period class. Grade 6 will escape on Friday, 11/21, Grade 7 on Monday, 11/24 and Grade 8 on Tuesday, 11/25. You must present your pass in order to escape and redeem for a treat. No pass, no escape, no treat!
4. YEARBOOK – Last chance to get your name on your yearbook for $40.00. See the yearbook table at lunch or Miss Beal in K-3.
5. SCHOOL SPIRIT – Show the town your spirit and Fillmore pride! Order your Fillmore T-shirt by 12/5. Cost is only $12.00 and the shirts are black with royal blue lettering. Order one as a gift, get one for your parents, wear them anywhere! See the yearbook table at lunch or Miss Beal in K-3 and order your shirt!
6. THE FLASHES first CIF football game will take place on Friday. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased at the high school student store AFTER 3:15 p.m. Ticket prices are $8.00 for adults and seniors and $5.00 for students and children.
7. WRITING CONTEST – Write an article using 125 words or less on the meaning of the “Spirit of Giving”. The winner will receive a $50 cash prize and his or her article will be published in The Doghouse. The deadline to submit a winning article is November 21st.
8. DEAR JEAN MARIE – Have a problem, need a solution? Have a questions, need and answer? Write to Jean Marie.
9. POETRY – Have a poem you would like to share? Submit your poem to The Doghouse for publication.
10. CLUB SUCCESS – If you were invited to Club Success, please turn in your permission slip as soon as possible.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PARENT MEET & GREET this Friday, 11/21 from 7:30-8:30 a.m. in room
C-1. This is a good time to share information among parents, teachers and administrators. See you there!
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, 11/18/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. YEARBOOK – Last chance to get your name on your yearbook for $40.00. See the yearbook table at lunch or Miss Beal in K-3.
2. SCHOOL RULES – CrimeStoppers offers a $50 reward for information regarding a crime. Student will remain anonymous. Give your information to Mr. Schieferle or Mrs. Godfrey.
3. SCHOOL SPIRIT – Show the town your spirit and Fillmore pride! Order your Fillmore T-shirt by 12/5. Cost is only $12.00 and the shirts are Black with royal blue lettering. Order one as a gift, get one for your parents, wear them anywhere! See the yearbook table at lunch or Miss Beal in K-3 and order your shirt!
4. CONGRATUATIONS to the FHS varsity football team for making it to the CIF playoffs. FHS will be playing Desert High School this Friday at home! If you plan to attend the game please know that NO mechanical noisemakers (horns, bells, victory bells, sirens, fireworks, chimes, musical instruments other than those in the band) will be permitted inside the stadium. Cheering devices such as wooden blocks or other similar objects are prohibited along with cheer and/or thundersticks. Only uniformed cheerleaders, for the purpose of directing and controlling rooting sections shall use megaphones. The improper use of any of the above-listed devices by supporters could make our team have to forfeit the game.
5. WRITING CONTEST – Write an article using 125 words or less on the meaning of the “Spirit of Giving”. The winner will receive a $50 cash prize and his or her article will be published in The Doghouse. The deadline to submit a winning article is November 21st.
6. DEAR JEAN MARIE – Have a problem, need a solution? Have a questions, need and answer? Write to Jean Marie.
7. POETRY – Have a poem you would like to share? Submit your poem to The Doghouse for publication.
8. CLUB SUCCESS – If you were invited to Club Success, please turn in your permission slip as soon as possible.
9. TRIVIA CONTEST – Part I: Congratulations to our winners: Jose Luis Perez, Isaac Gomez, Clarissa Martinez & Jose Contreras. Check out the Trivia Contest, Part II coming soon in the December issue of The Doghouse.
10. WASHINGTON D.C. – Did you want to go to Washington D.C. but didn’t know how you could afford it? Well, here’s your chance. There’s one free trip available to go to Washington D.C. Any 7th or 8th grade student can apply for the scholarship. See Miss Beal in K-3 or Mrs. Cone in K-1 for the scholarship application. Complete the scholarship form and write an essay about why you want to go on the trip. Turn your form and essay in to Miss Beal or Mrs. Cone by Friday, 11/14/08.
11. YEARBOOKS are now $40.00. This is the last quarter to get your name on your book and the price will go up, so get yours now!

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PARENT MEET & GREET this Friday, 11/21 from 7:30-8:30 a.m. in room
C-1. This is a good time to share information among parents, teachers and administrators. See you there!
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
Monday, 11/17/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. NEW ROTATION (E) - Start your day with period 5 followed by periods 6, 1, 2, 3, & 4.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Falsification/forging/altering school or parent documents will result in 2 administrative detentions and your parents will be contacted.
3. GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS will take place on today, 11/17 at
3:15 pm in the gym.
4. WRITING CONTEST – Write an article using 125 words or less on the meaning of the “Spirit of Giving”. The winner will receive a $50 cash rize and his or her article will be published in The Doghouse. The deadline to submit a winning article is November 21st.
5. POETRY – Have a poem you would like to share? Submit your poem to The Doghouse for publication. This is open to students and staff members.
6. CLUB SUCCESS – If you were invited to Club Success, please turn in your permission slip as soon as possible.
7. TRIVIA CONTEST – Part I: In our November newsletter you will find a trivia contest called “Guess Who”. Guess Who is the name of a staff member at our school. The first 10 students who have all or most of the correct answers receive a prize. You have two weeks after your receive this newsletter to turn your guess in to Ms. Morielli in room G-1. Deadline is November 14. Good Luck!
8. WASHINGTON D.C. – Did you want to go to Washington D.C. but didn’t know how you could afford it? Well, here’s your chance. There’s one free trip available to go to Washington D.C. Any 7th or 8th grade student can apply for the scholarship. See Miss Beal in K-3 or Mrs. Cone in K-1 for the scholarship application. Complete the scholarship form and write an essay about why you want to go on the trip. Turn your form and essay in to Miss Beal or Mrs. Cone by Friday, 11/14/08.
9. YEARBOOKS are now $40.00. This is the last quarter to get your name on your book and the price will go up, so get yours now!

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PROGRESS GRADES for 2nd quarter were mailed home yesterday, 11/12/08.
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, 11/14/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. NEW ROTATION (E) - Start your day with period 5 followed by periods 6, 1, 2, 3, & 4.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Falsification/forging/altering school or parent documents will result in 2 administrative detentions and your parents will be contacted.
3. GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS will take place on Monday, 11/17 at
3:15 pm in the gym.
4. WRITING CONTEST – Write an article using 125 words or less on the meaning of the “Spirit of Giving”. The winner will receive a $50 cash rize and his or her article will be published in The Doghouse. The deadline to submit a winning article is November 21st.
5. POETRY – Have a poem you would like to share? Submit your poem to The Doghouse for publication. This is open to students and staff members.
6. CLUB SUCCESS – If you were invited to Club Success, please turn in your permission slip as soon as possible.
7. TRIVIA CONTEST – Part I: In our November newsletter you will find a trivia contest called “Guess Who”. Guess Who is the name of a staff member at our school. The first 10 students who have all or most of the correct answers receive a prize. You have two weeks after your receive this newsletter to turn your guess in to Ms. Morielli in room G-1. Deadline is November 14. Good Luck!
8. WASHINGTON D.C. – Did you want to go to Washington D.C. but didn’t know how you could afford it? Well, here’s your chance. There’s one free trip available to go to Washington D.C. Any 7th or 8th grade student can apply for the scholarship. See Miss Beal in K-3 or Mrs. Cone in K-1 for the scholarship application. Complete the scholarship form and write an essay about why you want to go on the trip. Turn your form and essay in to Miss Beal or Mrs. Cone by Friday, 11/14/08.
9. YEARBOOKS are now $40.00. This is the last quarter to get your name on your book and the price will go up, so get yours now!

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PROGRESS GRADES for 2nd quarter were mailed home yesterday, 11/12/08.
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
Thursday, 11/13/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. NEW ROTATION (E) - Start your day with period 5 followed by periods 6, 1, 2, 3, & 4.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Falsification/forging/altering school or parent documents will result in 2 administrative detentions and your parents will be contacted.
3. GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS will take place on Monday, 11/17 at
3:15 pm in the gym.
4. WRITING CONTEST – Write an article using 125 words or less on the meaning of the “Spirit of Giving”. The winner will receive a $50 cash rize and his or her article will be published in The Doghouse. The deadline to submit a winning article is November 21st.
5. DEAR JEAN MARIE – Have a problem, need a solution? Have a question, need an answer? Write to Dear Jean Marie!
6. POETRY – Have a poem you would like to share? Submit your poem to The Doghouse for publication. This is open to students and staff members.
7. CLUB SUCCESS – If you were invited to Club Success, please turn in your permission slip as soon as possible.
8. TRIVIA CONTEST – Part I: In our November newsletter you will find a trivia contest called “Guess Who”. Guess Who is the name of a staff member at our school. The first 10 students who have all or most of the correct answers receive a prize. You have two weeks after your receive this newsletter to turn your guess in to Ms. Morielli in room G-1. Deadline is November 14. Good Luck!
9. WASHINGTON D.C. – Did you want to go to Washington D.C. but didn’t know how you could afford it? Well, here’s your chance. There’s one free trip available to go to Washington D.C. Any 7th or 8th grade student can apply for the scholarship. See Miss Beal in K-3 or Mrs. Cone in K-1 for the scholarship application. Complete the scholarship form and write an essay about why you want to go on the trip. Turn your form and essay in to Miss Beal or Mrs. Cone by Friday, 11/14/08.
10. YEARBOOKS are now $40.00. This is the last quarter to get your name on your book and the price will go up, so get yours now!

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PROGRESS GRADES for 2nd quarter were mailed home yesterday, 11/12/08.
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
Wednesday, 11/12/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. NEW ROTATION (E) starts today. You will begin your day with period 5 followed by periods 6, 1, 2, 3, & 4.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Possession or being under the influence of any controlled substance, alcoholic beverage or intoxicant of any kind will result in a 3-5 day suspension and possible expulsion.
3. CLUB SUCCESS – If you were invited to Club Success, please turn in your permission slip as soon as possible.
4. TRIVIA CONTEST – Part I: In our November newsletter you will find a trivia contest called “Guess Who”. Guess Who is the name of a staff member at our school. The first 10 students who have all or most of the correct answers receive a prize. You have two weeks after your receive this newsletter to turn your guess in to Ms. Morielli in room G-1. Deadline is November 14. Good Luck!
5. WASHINGTON D.C. – Did you want to go to Washington D.C. but didn’t know how you could afford it? Well, here’s your chance. There’s one free trip available to go to Washington D.C. Any 7th or 8th grade student can apply for the scholarship. See Miss Beal in K-3 or Mrs. Cone in K-1 for the scholarship application. Complete the scholarship form and write an essay about why you want to go on the trip. Turn your form and essay in to Miss Beal or Mrs. Cone by Friday, 11/14/08.
6. YEARBOOKS are now $40.00. This is the last quarter to get your name on your book and the price will go up, so get yours now!

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PROGRESS GRADES for 2nd quarter will be mailed home today, 11/12/08.
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