Fillmore Middle School
Wednesday, 10/02/08

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. TALL FLAGS – If you are interested in joining our Tall Flag Team that performs with the FMS marching band, see Mr. Godfrey for more details.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Falsification/forging/altering school or parent documents will result in 2 administrative detentions and your parents will be contacted.
3. CAREER LUNCHES ARE BACK! Starting Friday, 10/3 during 2nd lunch in room J-1 we will hear from Darren Galarza who is a Specialist Technical Photographer, not your ordinary photographer! So, come and see how technical and creative the field of photography can be!
4. BOYS BASKETBALL tryouts next Friday, 10/10 from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
5. STUDENTS & PARENTS – College is possible! The largest national organization supporting Hispanic higher education is coming to Santa Paula High School on Oct. 1, 2008 at the Santa Paula High School Auditorium. The Hispanic Scholarship Fund invites you to attend its 1st college conference in the county. Presentation will be given in Spanish and English on: College Admissions, Financial Aid, & Scholarship opportunities. Light dinner will be served for families that pre-register beginning at 5:00 p.m., raffle, and College Fair. Please RSVP to Norma Magana at: nmagana@bbsvc.org or call (805) 910-9317.
6. YEARBOOK INFO
 Last call for $35 yearbooks. The last day for selling yearbooks for $35 will be Friday, 10/3. After that, the price will go to $40.00!!!!
 Attention all students! Now is your chance to participate in the yearbook drawing contest. Draw a school spirited picture and turn it in to Miss Beal in K-3 by Fri. 10/3. Pictures need to be on an 8 ½ x 11” paper and drawn in black and white. If your picture is selected, you will win a free yearbook!
 All 8th graders – Only 25 spots left for baby pictures. Get your baby picture in now to Miss Beal in K-3.
7. DANCE – Our first dance of the school year is coming this Friday, Oct. 3rd. ASB is selling dance tickets during both lunches on the pavilion stage. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Parent permission slips and school ID are required to attend. The theme of our dance is neon lights, glow in the dark. We will have “glow in the dark” items for sale too.
8. STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 ASB NEWSLETTER – Do you have a love of poetry? Well, if you do, don’t hesitate to drop by room G-1 to drop off your favorite poem (long or short) in the red box marked newsletter drop. The DOGHOUSE will put the best ones in the school paper. SO START WRITING!
 DEAR JEAN MARIE is open to questions. If you have a problem, don’t be shy. Drop your problem into the envelope marked confidential on the outside of Mrs. Wyand’s office door.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PROGRESS REPORTS were mailed home Monday, 9/29/08.
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
3. FILLMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL phone numbers: General 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

Fillmore Middle School
Wednesday, 10/01/08

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. TALL FLAGS – If you are interested in joining our Tall Flag Team that performs with the FMS marching band, see Mr. Godfrey for more details.
2. 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!
3. CAREER LUNCHES ARE BACK! Starting Friday, 10/3 during 2nd lunch in room J-1 we will hear from Darren Galarza who is a Specialist Technical Photographer, not your ordinary photographer! So, come and see how technical and creative the field of photography can be!
4. BOYS BASKETBALL – If you are interested in playing on the FMS boys basketball team, sign up on the sheet in the Attendance Office. Try-outs will take place at a later date.
5. STUDENTS & PARENTS – College is possible! The largest national organization supporting Hispanic higher education is coming to Santa Paula High School on Oct. 1, 2008 at the Santa Paula High School Auditorium. The Hispanic Scholarship Fund invites you to attend its 1st college conference in the county. Presentation will be given in Spanish and English on: College Admissions, Financial Aid, & Scholarship opportunities. Light dinner will be served for families that pre-register beginning at 5:00 p.m., raffle, and College Fair. Please RSVP to Norma Magana at: nmagana@bbsvc.org or call (805) 910-9317.
6. YEARBOOK INFO
 Last call for $35 yearbooks. The last day for selling yearbooks for $35 will be Friday, 10/3. After that, the price will go to $40.00!!!!
 Attention all students! Now is your chance to participate in the yearbook drawing contest. Draw a school spirited picture and turn it in to Miss Beal in K-3 by Fri. 10/3. Pictures need to be on an 8 ½ x 11” paper and drawn in black and white. If your picture is selected, you will win a free yearbook!
 All 8th graders – Only 25 spots left for baby pictures. Get your baby picture in now to Miss Beal in K-3.
7. DANCE – Our first dance of the school year is coming this Oct. 3rd. ASB is selling dance tickets during both lunches on the pavilion stage. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Parent permission slips and school ID are required to attend. The theme of our dance is neon lights, glow in the dark. We will have “glow in the dark” items for sale too.
8. STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 ASB NEWSLETTER – Do you have a love of poetry? Well, if you do, don’t hesitate to drop by room G-1 to drop off your favorite poem (long or short) in the red box marked newsletter drop. The DOGHOUSE will put the best ones in the school paper. SO START WRITING!
 DEAR JEAN MARIE is open to questions. If you have a problem, don’t be shy. Drop your problem into the envelope marked confidential on the outside of Mrs. Wyand’s office door.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PARENT MEETING TONIGHT, 10/1 from 6-7 p.m. in the Media Center regarding Nutrition & Student Wellness. Our Director of Child Nutrition will be speaking and sharing important information.
2. PROGRESS REPORTS were mailed home Monday, 9/29/08.
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
4. FILLMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL phone numbers: General 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

Fillmore Middle School
Tuesday, 9/30/08

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. TALL FLAGS – There will be a meeting today after school in the band room for anyone interested in joining our Tall Flag Team that performs with the FMS marching band. See Mr. Godfrey for more details.
2. 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!
3. ARE YOU A FAN of the Twilight books by Stephanie Meyer? Join Mrs. DuBois in room J-2 this Thursday for “Twilight Thursdays” during Advisory. We’ll have discussions and activities about our favorite vampires and werewolves!
4. PTSA meeting TONIGHT, 9/30/08 starting at 6:00 p.m. in the FMS Library. All parents and students are welcome to attend.
5. CAREER LUNCHES ARE BACK! Starting Friday, 10/3 during 2nd lunch in room J-1 we will hear from Darren Galarza who is a Specialist Technical Photographer, not your ordinary photographer! So, come and see how technical and creative the field of photography can be!
6. BOYS BASKETBALL – If you are interested in playing on the FMS boys basketball team, sign up on the sheet in the Attendance Office. Try-outs will take place at a later date.
7. STUDENTS & PARENTS – College is possible! The largest national organization supporting Hispanic higher education is coming to Santa Paula High School on Oct. 1, 2008 at the Santa Paula High School Auditorium. The Hispanic Scholarship Fund invites you to attend its 1st college conference in the county. Presentation will be given in Spanish and English on: College Admissions, Financial Aid, & Scholarship opportunities. Light dinner will be served for families that pre-register beginning at 5:00 p.m., raffle, and College Fair. Please RSVP to Norma Magana at: nmagana@bbsvc.org or call (805) 910-9317.
8. YEARBOOK INFO
 Last call for $35 yearbooks. The last day for selling yearbooks for $35 will be Friday, 10/3. After that, the price will go to $40.00!!!!
 Attention all students! Now is your chance to participate in the yearbook drawing contest. Draw a school spirited picture and turn it in to Miss Beal in K-3 by Fri. 10/3. Pictures need to be on an 8 ½ x 11” paper and drawn in black and white. If your picture is selected, you will win a free yearbook!
 All 8th graders – Only 50 spots left for baby pictures. Get your baby picture in now to Miss Beal in K-3.
9. DANCE – Our first dance of the school year is coming this Oct. 3rd. ASB is selling dance tickets during both lunches on the pavilion stage. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Parent permission slips and school ID are required to attend. The theme of our dance is neon lights, glow in the dark. We will have “glow in the dark” items for sale too.
10. STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 ASB NEWSLETTER – Do you have a love of poetry? Well, if you do, don’t hesitate to drop by room G-1 to drop off your favorite poem (long or short) in the red box marked newsletter drop. The DOGHOUSE will put the best ones in the school paper. SO START WRITING!
 DEAR JEAN MARIE is open to questions. If you have a problem, don’t be shy. Drop your problem into the envelope marked confidential on the outside of Mrs. Wyand’s office door.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PARENT MEETING Wednesday, 10/1 from 6-7 p.m. in the Media Center regarding Nutrition & Student Wellness. Our Director of Child Nutrition will be speaking and sharing important information.
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
3. PTSA meeting tonight, 9/30/08 starting at 6:00 p.m. in the FMS Library. All parents and students are welcome to attend.
4. FILLMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL phone numbers: General 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.
5. THANK YOU for coming to our Meet & Greet last Friday! Mark your calendars for the remaining Meet & Greet dates (all on Fridays): 10/31; 11/21; 12/19; 1/30; 2/27, 3/27; 4/24; 5/29 from 7-9 a.m.

Fillmore Middle School
Monday, 9/29/08

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. ARE YOU A FAN of the Twilight books by Stephanie Meyer? Join Mrs. DuBois in room J-2 this Thursday for “Twilight Thursdays” during Advisory. We’ll have discussions and activities about our favorite vampires and werewolves!
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. PTSA meeting tomorrow night, 9/30/08 starting at 6:00 p.m. in the FMS Library. All parents and students are welcome to attend.
4. CAREER LUNCHES ARE BACK! Starting Friday, 10/3 during 2nd lunch in room J-1 we will hear from Darren Galarza who is a Specialist Technical Photographer, not your ordinary photographer! So, come and see how technical and creative the field of photography can be!
5. BOYS BASKETBALL – If you are interested in playing on the FMS boys basketball team, sign up on the sheet in the Attendance Office. Try-outs will take place at a later date.
6. STUDENTS & PARENTS – College is possible! The largest national organization supporting Hispanic higher education is coming to Santa Paula High School on Oct. 1, 2008 at the Santa Paula High School Auditorium. The Hispanic Scholarship Fund invites you to attend its 1st college conference in the county. Presentation will be given in Spanish and English on: College Admissions, Financial Aid, & Scholarship opportunities. Light dinner will be served for families that pre-register beginning at 5:00 p.m., raffle, and College Fair. Please RSVP to Norma Magana at: nmagana@bbsvc.org or call (805) 910-9317.
7. YEARBOOK INFO
 Attention all students! Now is your chance to participate in the yearbook drawing contest. Draw a school spirited picture and turn it in to Miss Beal in K-3 by Fri. 10/3. Pictures need to be on an 8 ½ x 11” paper and drawn in black and white. If your picture is selected, you will win a free yearbook!
 All 8th graders – Only 50 spots left for baby pictures. Get your baby picture in now to Miss Beal in K-3.
8. DANCE - Our first dance of the school year is coming this Friday, 10/3. ASB is selling dance tickets on the pavilion stage. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Parent permission slips and school ID are required to attend. The theme of our dance is neon lights, glow in the dark. We will have “glow in the dark” items for sale. The dance runs from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

9. STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 LOOKING FOR SCHOOL NEWS – Any student who wishes to participate in our school’s newsletter by writing an interesting article or submitting poetry, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1, Mrs. Wade in room I-1, or Kiana Hope in the ASB room.
 DEAR JEAN MARIE - Don’t forget that you can write to Dear Jean Marie by writing out your problem and dropping it in the brown envelope on the outside of Mrs. Wyand’s office door. The envelope is marked CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. If your situation is selected, DEAR JEAN MARIE will respond to you in our monthly issue of the school newspaper coming soon to our middle school.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PTSA Meeting tomorrow night, 9/30/08 starting at 6:00 p.m. in the FMS Library. All parents and students are welcome to attend.
2. FILLMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL phone numbers: General 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.
3. THANK YOU for coming to our Meet & Greet last Friday! Mark your calendars for the remaining Meet & Greet dates (all on Fridays): 10/31; 11/21; 12/19; 1/30; 2/27, 3/27; 4/24; 5/29 from 7-9 a.m.

Fillmore Middle School
Friday, 9/26/08

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. MAKE UP PICTURES are taking place TODAY. Teachers have been given a list of students who missed our first picture day and MUST have their picture taken. 6th Graders will have their pictures taken during Per. 3; 7th graders during Per. 4; and 8th graders during Per. 5. If you purchased pictures the first time but you are unhappy with the pictures, you need to bring the picture packet and give it to the picture people, and they will take new pictures. Students wishing to purchase pictures today MUST have their picture money with them.
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. STUDENTS & PARENTS – College is possible! The largest national organization supporting Hispanic higher education is coming to Santa Paula High School on Oct. 1, 2008 at the Santa Paula High School Auditorium. The Hispanic Scholarship Fund invites you to attend its 1st college conference in the county. Presentation will be given in Spanish and English on: College Admissions, Financial Aid, & Scholarship opportunities. Light dinner will be served for families that pre-register beginning at 5:00 p.m., raffle, and College Fair. Please RSVP to Norma Magana at: nmagana@bbsvc.org or call (805) 910-9317.
4. YEARBOOK INFO
 Attention all students! Now is your chance to participate in the yearbook drawing contest. Draw a school spirited picture and turn it in to Miss Beal in K-3 by Fri. 10/3. Pictures need to be on an 8 ½ x 11” paper and drawn in black and white. If your picture is selected, you will win a free yearbook!
 All 8th graders – Only 50 spots left for baby pictures. Get your baby picture in now to Miss Beal in K-3.
5. DANCE - Our first dance of the school year is coming this October 3. ASB will start selling dance tickets today on the pavilion stage. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Parent permission slips, and school ID are required to attend. The theme of our dance is neon lights, glow in the dark. We will have “glow in the dark” items for sale. The dance runs from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
6. STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 LOOKING FOR SCHOOL NEWS – Any student who wishes to participate in our school’s newsletter by writing an interesting article or submitting poetry, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1, Mrs. Wade in room I-1, or Kiana Hope in the ASB room.
 DEAR JEAN MARIE - Are you struggling with a problem? Concerned about a friend? Arguing with mom or dad? Having a difficult time at school? Confused and looking for a little help? Write to DEAR JEAN MARIE. Share your situation and let DEAR JEAN MARIE give you some advice. You do not need to sign your name so you can feel safe sharing your problem. Please write out your problem and drop it in the brown envelope on the outside of Mrs. Wyand’s office door. The envelope is marked CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. If your situation is selected, DEAR JEAN MARIE will respond to you in our monthly issue of the school newspaper coming soon to our middle school.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. FILLMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL phone numbers: General 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.
2. OUR NEXT MEET & GREET takes place this morning from 7-9:00 a.m. Drop in any time between 7-9:00 a.m.

Fillmore Middle School
Thursday, 9/25/08

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. WRESTLING PRACTICE will take place today at the high school wrestling room from 3:30-5 p.m. You may participate only if you have turned in your signed participation form.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Causing or attempting to cause physical injury to another person will result in a 3-5 day suspension.
3. MAKE UP PICTURES are taking place TOMORROW. Teachers have been given a list of students who missed our first picture day and MUST have their picture taken. 6th Graders will have their pictures taken during Per. 3; 7th graders during Per. 4; and 8th graders during Per. 5. All pictures will be completed by 11:30 a.m. If you purchased pictures the first time but you are unhappy with the pictures, you need to bring the picture packet and give it to the picture people, and they will take new pictures. If you forgot your payment envelope last time and now want to purchase pictures, you can pick up a NEW PICTURE PAYMENT ENVELOPES the Attendance or front office and have your picture taken during the designated time.
4. YESTERDAY was the deadline for turning in lunch applications. If you have not turned one in for this school year, you will be charged starting today for your lunch.
5. STUDENTS & PARENTS – College is possible! The largest national organization supporting Hispanic higher education is coming to Santa Paula High School. Hispanic Scholarship Fund invites you to attend its 1st college conference in the county. Presentation will be given in Spanish and English on: College Admissions, Financial Aid, & Scholarship opportunities. Light dinner will be served for families that pre-register. There will be a raffle and college fair as well. Please RSVP to Norma Magana at: nmagana@bbsvc.org or call (805) 910-9317.
6. INTERESTED IN LEARNING TO KNIT? If so you can go to room I-4 during Advisory and learn how to knit with Mrs. Lynch!
7. YEARBOOK INFO
 Attention all students! Now is your chance to participate in the yearbook drawing contest. Draw a school spirited picture and turn it in to Miss Beal in K-3 by Fri. 10/3. Pictures need to be on an 8 ½ x 11” paper and drawn in black and white. If your picture is selected, you will win a free yearbook!
 All 8th graders – Yearbook will now be taking baby pictures for the yearbook. You may turn in your picture to Miss Beal in K-3. All pictures must have your name and 6th period teacher written clearly on the back. Hurry, there are only 100 spots and 350 8th graders!
8. DANCE - Our first dance of the school year is coming this October 3. ASB will start selling dance tickets today on the pavilion stage. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Parent permission slips, and school ID are required to attend. The theme of our dance is neon lights, glow in the dark. We will have “glow in the dark” items for sale. The dance runs from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
9. STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 STUDENT OF THE MONTH – The staff voted: Congratuations to 6th grade: Chad Petuoglu, Kayleigh Thompson; Grade 7: Carson McLain, Kiana Hope; 8th Grade: Sammy Martinez, Maria Villalobos. Learn more about these students in our newsletter that is coming soon.
 STAFF OF THE MONTH – The ASB voted: Congratuations to Mr. Fischer, math teacher and Mrs. DuBois, science teacher. Learn more about our staff in the school paper coming soon to FMS.
 LOOKING FOR SCHOOL NEWS – Any student who wishes to participate in our school’s newsletter by writing an interesting article or submitting poetry, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1, Mrs. Wade in room I-1, or Kiana Hope in the ASB room.
 DEAR JEAN MARIE - Are you struggling with a problem? Concerned about a friend? Arguing with mom or dad? Having a difficult time at school? Confused and looking for a little help? Write to DEAR JEAN MARIE. Share your situation and let DEAR JEAN MARIE give you some advice. You do not need to sign your name so you can feel safe sharing your problem. Please write out your problem and drop it in the brown envelope on the outside of Mrs. Wyand’s office door. The envelope is marked CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. If your situation is selected, DEAR JEAN MARIE will respond to you in our monthly issue of the school newspaper coming soon to our middle school.
 DANCE – Our first dance of the school year is coming this October 3rd. ASB is selling tickets during both lunches on the pavilion stage. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Parent permission slips and school ID are required to attend. The theme of our dance is Neon Lights-Glow in the Dark! We will have “glow in the dark” items for sale.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. FILLMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL phone numbers: General 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.
2. OUR NEXT MEET & GREET takes place THIS FRIDAY, 9/26 from 7-9:00 a.m. Drop in any time between 7-9:00 a.m.

Fillmore Middle School
Wednesday, 9/24/08

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. STUDENTS & PARENTS – College is possible! The largest national organization supporting Hispanic higher education is coming to Santa Paula High School. Hispanic Scholarship Fund invites you to attend its 1st college conference in the county. Presentation will be given in Spanish and English on: College Admissions, Financial Aid, & Scholarship opportunities. Light dinner will be served for families that pre-register. There will be a raffle and college fair as well. Please RSVP to Norma Magana at: nmagana@bbsvc.org or call (805) 910-9317.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Causing or attempting to cause physical injury to another person will result in a 3-5 day suspension.
3. INTERESTED IN LEARNING TO KNIT? If so you can go to room I-4 during Advisory and learn how to knit with Mrs. Lynch!
4. RECYCLING – We now have two recycling cans on the stage in the pavilion. Please recycle your plastic bottles.
5. YEARBOOK INFO
 Attention all students! Now is your chance to participate in the yearbook drawing contest. Draw a school spirited picture and turn it in to Miss Beal in K-3 by Fri. 10/3. Pictures need to be on an 8 ½ x 11” paper and drawn in black and white. If your picture is selected, you will win a free yearbook!
 All 8th graders – Yearbook will now be taking baby pictures for the yearbook. You may turn in your picture to Miss Beal in K-3. All pictures must have your name and 6th period teacher written clearly on the back. Hurry, there are only 100 spots and 350 8th graders!
6. DANCE - Our first dance of the school year is coming this October 3. ASB will start selling dance tickets today on the pavilion stage. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Parent permission slips, and school ID are required to attend. The theme of our dance is neon lights, glow in the dark. We will have “glow in the dark” items for sale. The dance runs from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
7. STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 STUDENT OF THE MONTH – The staff voted: Congratuations to 6th grade: Chad Petuoglu, Kayleigh Thompson; Grade 7: Carson McLain, Kiana Hope; 8th Grade: Sammy Martinez, Maria Villalobos. Learn more about these students in our newsletter that is coming soon.
 STAFF OF THE MONTH – The ASB voted: Congratuations to Mr. Fischer, math teacher and Mrs. DuBois, science teacher. Learn more about our staff in the school paper coming soon to FMS.
 LOOKING FOR SCHOOL NEWS – Any student who wishes to participate in our school’s newsletter by writing an interesting article or submitting poetry, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1, Mrs. Wade in room I-1, or Kiana Hope in the ASB room.
 DEAR JEAN MARIE - Are you struggling with a problem? Concerned about a friend? Arguing with mom or dad? Having a difficult time at school? Confused and looking for a little help? Write to DEAR JEAN MARIE. Share your situation and let DEAR JEAN MARIE give you some advice. You do not need to sign your name so you can feel safe sharing your problem. Please write out your problem and drop it in the brown envelope on the outside of Mrs. Wyand’s office door. The envelope is marked CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. If your situation is selected, DEAR JEAN MARIE will respond to you in our monthly issue of the school newspaper coming soon to our middle school.
 ASB NEWSLETTER CONTEST - Congratulations to Kiana Hope for coming up with the winning title of our newsletter: FMS Doghouse!
 DANCE – Our first dance of the school year is coming this October 3rd. ASB is selling tickets during both lunches on the pavilion stage. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Parent permission slips and school ID are required to attend. The theme of our dance is Neon Lights-Glow in the Dark! We will have “glow in the dark” items for sale.
8. MAKE UP PICTURES are taking place on Friday, 9/26. If you did not get your pictures taken on the first picture day or if you now wish to purchase pictures, this is your chance. Mark your calendar. 6th Graders will have their pictures taken during Per. 1; 7th graders during Per. 2; and 8th graders during Per. 3. All pictures will be completed by 11:30 a.m. NEW PICTURE PAYMENT ENVELOPES are available. You may pick one up from the Attendance or front office.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. FILLMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL phone numbers: General 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.
2. OUR NEXT MEET & GREET takes place THIS FRIDAY, 9/26 from 7-9:00 a.m.

Fillmore Middle School
Tuesday, 9/23/08

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. INTERESTED IN LEARNING TO KNIT? Starting today you can go to room I-4 during Advisory and learn how to knit with Mrs. Lynch!
2. SCHOOL RULES – ADVISORY TIME – Students, please do not go to other classrooms if you are dismissed during advisory to break. Teachers are working with students who have not been dismissed and should not be interrupted.
3. RECYCLING – We now have two recycling cans on the stage in the pavilion. Please recycle your plastic bottles.
4. ROTATION C - All students need to begin with period 3 and follow with periods 4, 5, 6, 7 &2. Advisory will follow period 4.
5. LOST ID CARDS – If you have lost your ID card, you may purchase a new one for $3 from the library. Pay your fee and Ms. Faulkner will order a replacement ID card.
6. LUNCH APPLICATIONS – If you have not yet turned in a new lunch application, you must do so by Sept. 25th.
7. YEARBOOK INFO
 Attention all students! Now is your chance to participate in the yearbook drawing contest. Draw a school spirited picture and turn it in to Miss Beal in K-3 by Fri. 10/3. Pictures need to be on an 8 ½ x 11” paper and drawn in black and white. If your picture is selected, you will win a free yearbook!
 All 8th graders – Yearbook will now be taking baby pictures for the yearbook. You may turn in your picture to Miss Beal in K-3. All pictures must have your name and 6th period teacher written clearly on the back. Hurry, there are only 100 spots and 350 8th graders!
8. DANCE - Our first dance of the school year is coming this October 3. ASB will start selling dance tickets today on the pavilion stage. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Parent permission slips, and school ID are required to attend. The theme of our dance is neon lights, glow in the dark. We will have “glow in the dark” items for sale. The dance runs from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
9. STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 LOOKING FOR SCHOOL NEWS – Any student who wishes to participate in our school’s newsletter by writing an interesting article or submitting poetry, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1, Mrs. Wade in room I-1, or Kiana Hope in the ASB room.
 DEAR JEAN MARIE - Are you struggling with a problem? Concerned about a friend? Arguing with mom or dad? Having a difficult time at school? Confused and looking for a little help? Write to DEAR JEAN MARIE. Share your situation and let DEAR JEAN MARIE give you some advice. You do not need to sign your name so you can feel safe sharing your problem. Please write out your problem and drop it in the brown envelope on the outside of Mrs. Wyand’s office door. The envelope is marked CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. If your situation is selected, DEAR JEAN MARIE will respond to you in our monthly issue of the school newspaper coming soon to our middle school.
 ASB NEWSLETTER CONTEST. Name our school newspaper and win a great prize.
10. MAKE UP PICTURES are taking place on Friday, 9/26. If you did not get your pictures taken on the first picture day or if you now wish to purchase pictures, this is your chance. Mark your calendar. 6th Graders will have their pictures taken during Per. 1; 7th graders during Per. 2; and 8th graders during Per. 3. All pictures will be completed by 11:30 a.m. NEW PICTURE PAYMENT ENVELOPES are available. You may pick one up from the Attendance or front office.
11. MISS TEEN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA – Attention young ladies between the ages of 13-25. There is an opportunity for scholastic achievers, aspiring actresses & models to participate in the Miss Southern California USA teen pageant on Nov. 30, 2008. Opening night is set for October 9th at Brekke Elementary in Oxnard. If you are interested in participating, pick up an application from the front office.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. FILLMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL phone numbers: General 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.
2. OUR NEXT MEET & GREET takes place THIS FRIDAY, 9/26 from 7-9:00 a.m.

Fillmore Middle School
Monday, 9/22/08

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. ROTATION C starts today. All student need to begin with period 3 and follow with periods 4, 5, 6, 7 &2. Advisory will follow period 4.
2. SCHOOL RULES – ADVISORY TIME – Students, please do not go to other classrooms if you are dismissed during advisory to break. Teachers are working with students who have not been dismissed and should not be interrupted.
3. WRESTLING TEAM – If you are interested in joining our school wrestling team, come to the pavilion on TODAY after school to sign up.
4. LOST ID CARDS – If you have lost your ID card, you may purchase a new one for $3 from the library. Pay your fee and Ms. Faulkner will order a replacement ID card.
5. LUNCH APPLICATIONS – If you have not yet turned in a new lunch application, you must do so by Sept. 25th.
6. YEARBOOK INFO
 Attention all students! Now is your chance to participate in the yearbook drawing contest. Draw a school spirited picture and turn it in to Miss Beal in K-3 by Fri. 10/3. Pictures need to be on an 8 ½ x 11” paper and drawn in black and white. If your picture is selected, you will win a free yearbook!
 All 8th graders – Yearbook will now be taking baby pictures for the yearbook. You may turn in your picture to Miss Beal in K-3. All pictures must have your name and 6th period teacher written clearly on the back. Hurry, there are only 100 spots and 350 8th graders!
 6th graders – Yearbooks will be sold at 1st lunch starting on Monday for the next 3 weeks. Get your $35 yearbook now before the price goes up to $40.00.
7. DANCE - Our first dance of the school year is coming this October 3. ASB will start selling dance tickets today on the pavilion stage. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Parent permission slips, and school ID are required to attend. The theme of our dance is neon lights, glow in the dark. We will have “glow in the dark” items for sale. The dance runs from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
8. STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 LOOKING FOR SCHOOL NEWS – Any student who wishes to participate in our school’s newsletter by writing an interesting article or submitting poetry, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1, Mrs. Wade in room I-1, or Kiana Hope in the ASB room.
 DEAR JEAN MARIE - Are you struggling with a problem? Concerned about a friend? Arguing with mom or dad? Having a difficult time at school? Confused and looking for a little help? Write to DEAR JEAN MARIE. Share your situation and let DEAR JEAN MARIE give you some advice. You do not need to sign your name so you can feel safe sharing your problem. Please write out your problem and drop it in the brown envelope on the outside of Mrs. Wyand’s office door. The envelope is marked CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. If your situation is selected, DEAR JEAN MARIE will respond to you in our monthly issue of the school newspaper coming soon to our middle school.
 ASB NEWSLETTER CONTEST. Name our school newspaper and win a great prize.
9. MAKE UP PICTURES are taking place on Friday, 9/26. If you did not get your pictures taken on the first picture day or if you now wish to purchase pictures, this is your chance. Mark your calendar. 6th Graders will have their pictures taken during Per. 1; 7th graders during Per. 2; and 8th graders during Per. 3. All pictures will be completed by 11:30 a.m. NEW PICTURE PAYMENT ENVELOPES are available. You may pick one up from the Attendance or front office.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. FILLMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL phone numbers: General 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.
2. OUR NEXT MEET & GREET will take place on Friday, 9/26/08 from 8-9:00 a.m.

Fillmore Middle School
Friday, 9/19/08

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. WRESTLING TEAM – If you are interested in joining our school wrestling team, come to the pavilion on Monday, 9/22 after school to sign up.
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. LOST ID CARDS – If you have lost your ID card, you may purchase a new one for $3 from the library. Pay your fee and Ms. Faulkner will order a replacement ID card.
4. OUR NEXT ROTATION begins on Monday, 9/22. We will start with period 3 and follow with periods 4, 5, 6, 1 & 2. Advisory will follow period 4.
5. LUNCH APPLICATIONS – If you have not yet turned in a new lunch application, you must do so by Sept. 25th.
6. YEARBOOK INFO
 Attention all students! Now is your chance to participate in the yearbook drawing contest. Draw a school spirited picture and turn it in to Miss Beal in K-3 by Fri. 10/3. Pictures need to be on an 8 ½ x 11” paper and drawn in black and white. If your picture is selected, you will win a free yearbook!
 All 8th graders – Yearbook will now be taking baby pictures for the yearbook. You may turn in your picture to Miss Beal in K-3. All pictures must have your name and 6th period teacher written clearly on the back. Hurry, there’s only 100 spots and 350 8th graders!
 6th graders – Yearbooks will be sold at 1st lunch starting on Monday for the next 3 weeks. Get your $35 yearbook now before the price goes up to $40.00.
7. DANCE - Our first dance of the school year is coming this October 3. ASB will start selling dance tickets today on the pavilion stage. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Parent permission slips, and school ID are required to attend. The theme of our dance is neon lights, glow in the dark. We will have “glow in the dark” items for sale.
8. STUDENT ACTIVITIES
 LOOKING FOR SCHOOL NEWS – Any student who wishes to participate in our school’s newsletter by writing an interesting article or submitting poetry, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1, Mrs. Wade in room I-1, or Kiana Hope in the ASB room.
 DEAR JEAN MARIE - Are you struggling with a problem? Concerned about a friend? Arguing with mom or dad? Having a difficult time at school? Confused and looking for a little help? Write to DEAR JEAN MARIE. Share your situation and let DEAR JEAN MARIE give you some advice. You do not need to sign your name so you can feel safe sharing your problem. Please write out your problem and drop it in the brown envelope on the outside of Mrs. Wyand’s office door. The envelope is marked CONFIDENTIAL AND ANONYMOUS. If your situation is selected, DEAR JEAN MARIE will respond to you in our monthly issue of the school newspaper coming soon to our middle school.
 ASB NEWSLETTER CONTEST. Name our school newspaper and win a great prize.
9. MAKE UP PICTURES are taking place on Friday, 9/26. If you did not get your pictures taken on the first picture day or if you now wish to purchase pictures, this is your chance. Mark your calendar. 6th Graders will have their pictures taken during Per. 1; 7th graders during Per. 2; and 8th graders during Per. 3. All pictures will be completed by 11:30 a.m. NEW PICTURE PAYMENT ENVELOPES are available. You may pick one up from the Attendance or front office.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. THE SCIENCE DEPARTMENT is in need of an Energy Efficient refrigerator with a freezer (not older than 5 years) for storing science experiment supplies. You will receive a tax donation letter for the assessed value.
2. FILLMORE MIDDLE SCHOOL phone numbers: General 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.
3. OUR NEXT MEET & GREET will take place on Friday, 9/26/08 from 8-9:00 a.m.