Eli Hernandez named Classified Staff of the Year. Photo courtesy https:// www.blog.fillmoreusd.org/fillmore-unified-school-district-blog/2023/5/22/eli-hernandezclassified-staff-of-the-year-jdwlz.
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Vicki Murphy named Certified Staff of the Year. Photo courtesy https:// www.blog.fillmoreusd.org/fillmore-unified-school-district-blog/2023/5/22/vicki-murphycertificated-staff-of-the-year-6y
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In last week’s Gazette the Fillmore School Board recognized the 2023 Staff & Student Members of the Year. This week we are sharing the bios of the Classified, Certificated, and Administrator of the year along with their bios.

Mr. Valdovinos joined Fillmore Middle School and has truly changed the culture. He has built a team of teacher leaders whose ideas he embraces, he listens to their concerns, and has worked together with them to create a strong team of professionals on campus who are truly committed to empowering and bettering the lives of our students in Fillmore and Piru. The continuous commitment and support that is shown by Mr. Valdovinos is felt by staff on campus. This is evidenced by the smiling faces, the volunteering to participate in events and activities, and the positive climate on campus. Mr. Valdovinos is seen at community events, building relationships with local business owners to support our students, connecting with students during lunch and during passing periods, and welcoming families to join our team at the middle school to build an even stronger support system for our students. Our students continuously thank him for being there, enjoy the time and care he gives them in talking with them about their activities, and truly light up upon seeing him and knowing that their principal is so supportive.

Eli is a fun and energetic Roadrunner! He is positive, has a can-do attitude, and goes above and beyond in the workplace. When he is asked to help out or attend to a task, he does it without hesitation and is quick to help others. Eli takes the initiative and fixes any problem he sees. He does not walk by a problem and ignore it; he either takes care of the problem or gets the information to the appropriate staff so that they can take care of it. He works hard and puts in the extra effort/time to ensure Rio Vista School is clean and a safe

GARAGE SALE - 1411 Goodenough Rd. Sleeper sofa, oak dinette, air conditioner, dishes, tools, tile saw, yard furniture, camping equipment, Christmas decorations, misc. tile, lots of nails, old automotive lights Sat. 3 9am-5pm. (6/1)

Alanna exemplifies all areas of Fillmore High School - Academics, Arts, Athletics, and Activities. She pursued and excelled in the most rigorous course of study. This is evidenced by her taking ten college courses at two different community colleges and four Advanced Placement courses, all while maintaining a 4.50 GPA. Alanna thrives in her role as a school leader. She is Senior Class President, a Pep Squad Captain for four years, FFA Chapter President and Regional Vice President, and has held many other leadership positions during her high school career. Her involvement and sense of service has won the respect of teachers, community members and fellow students. C.S. Lewis said, “Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.” Alanna epitomizes this statement. Out of all the students’ staff has worked with, Alanna stands out among them as someone who has high integrity and ethics. Her teachers describe her as ambitious, sociable, passionate, and a natural leader. This fall, Alanna will attend UCLA and double major in Psychology and Communications.

GARAGE SALE - 1411 Goodenough Rd, Fillmore. Sleigh beds, refrigerator, sleeper sofa, oak dinette, hutch, chest of drawers, tile saw, tools, dishes, yard furniture, camping equipment, Christmas stuff, miscellaneous. Saturday & Sunday, 9am - 5pm. (5/25)

Sofia is a true standout at Sierra High School, having earned nearly every award the school has to offer. She is a member of ASB and a school leader, having organized Senior Sunset, serving as a DJ for the campus, and just recently coordinated a Mother’s Day event to celebrate all women at SHS. Despite being a star student in all her classes, she isn’t afraid to seek extra help in math, often arriving early for tutoring sessions to improve her skills. Her impressive list of accolades includes the PRIDE award, which recognizes students who demonstrate positive attitudes, respect, integrity, determination, and excellence. She has also received the Responsibility Award for never being tardy, as well as awards for Citizenship, Service Appreciation, and Academic Excellence. Sofia is known for her kind and compassionate nature; she never hesitates to lend a listening ear or a helping hand to anyone in need. Many students seek her out for counseling and emotional support, and she always makes time to be there for them. Sophia is attending Ventura College in the fall and plans to become an ultrasound technician.

Join us this coming Monday, May 8 for our Evening of Excellence (Open House). It will be a night to explore Fillmore High programs in person. See our 4 A's in action (Academics, Arts, Athletics, and Activities).

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
5:30 - 7:00PM
Food Trucks
Sespe Creek Car Show
Art Gallery
Visual Arts
Academic Depts
CTE Pathways
Athletics
Student store

5:30 - 7:00PM
Sespe Creek Car Show

5:30 - 6:00PM
Future Flashes Football

5:45 - 6:15PM
Performance #1 (Band)

6:25 - 7:00PM
Performance #2 (Mariachi)

6:00 - 7:00PM
Academic Depts

Food trucks will be on-site for your enjoyment. Please save the date and come by the high school to enjoy a night of celebration. https://www.facebook.com/fillmorehighschool/photos/a.1029949460517220/23...

Saturday, May 6 2023 10am-3pm
Sunday, May 7 2023 12pm-5pm
630 Saratoga Street Fillmore CA
Great inventory, great prices!
Shop online anytime: https://sandraedwards.scentsy.us (5/4)

The Fillmore Unified School District Board of Education is seeking volunteers to serve on the Measure V Citizens Bond Oversight Committee in accordance with Education Code 15266, Board Policy Administrative Regulation AR 7214, and Board Resolution 15-16-25.

The committee will review bond expenditures and report to the public whether these funds are being properly spent on school construction as specified in the measure approved by the voters. The committee will meet quarterly and consist of a minimum of seven members including, but not limited to one representative from each of the following groups: an active member of a business organization representing the business community located within the district, active member of a senior citizens’ organization, active member of a bona fide taxpayers’ organization, parent/guardian of a FUSD student, and another parent/guardian of a FUSD student who is also active in a parent-teacher organization. No employee, official, vendor, contractor or consultant of the district shall be appointed to the Citizens Oversight Committee. Committee members will serve at least one two-year term. The committee will be selected by the Fillmore Unified School District Board of Education and committee meetings will be announced and open to the public.

If you are interested in applying for membership on this committee, please complete a Bond Oversight Committee Interest Form which can be obtained from the FUSD District Office, Business Services Department located at 627 Sespe Avenue, Fillmore, or see the District’s website at www.fillmoreusd.org.