Fillmore Middle School
Monday, 8/31/09

General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. MENTOR – Any student interested in having a high school mentor or a high school skateboarding buddy please come see Norma or Mario in the mentor room during break or lunch.
2. BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT takes place on Thursday, 9/10/09. From 5:30-6:30 we will be selling pizza and soda. At 6:30 all parents will meet in the gym for a short presentation which will be followed by visits to each of your classrooms.
3. THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB is holding a dance this Friday, 9/4 for middle and high school students. The cost is $1.00 for students who are members of the club and $2.00 for all others. Or, you can donate a large bag of chips and get in for free! The dance is from 7-10:00 p.m.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT takes place on Thursday, 9/10/09. From 5:30-6:30 we will be selling pizza and soda. At 6:30 all parents will meet in the gym for a short presentation which will be followed by visits to each of your student’s classrooms.
2. PARENTS ARE WELCOME here at Fillmore Middle School. If you wish to come on our campus, please be sure to sign in at the front office and get a visitor badge. We want you and your student to have a wonderful experience here at FMS!

Fillmore Middle School
Friday, 8/28/09

General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE TODAY – 8th graders attend the assembly from 8-9:00 a.m., 7th graders from 9:05-10:05 a.m., 6th graders from 10:15-11:15 a.m. See the schedules posted in your classrooms for the full day schedule. No advisory today.
2. MENTOR – Any student interested in having a high school mentor or a high school skateboarding buddy please come see Norma or Mario in the mentor room during break or lunch.
3. BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT takes place on Thursday, 9/10/09. From 5:30-6:30 we will be selling pizza and soda. At 6:30 all parents will meet in the gym for a short presentation which will be followed by visits to each of your classrooms.
4. MARK YOUR CALENDARS – No school on Monday, 9/7/09 Labor Day

PARENT INFORMATION
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1. PARENT MEET & GREET – Our first Meet & Greet is scheduled for NEXT MONTH, SEPTEMBER 25 FROM 7:30-8:30 a.m. in room C-1. Come and meet our Principal and Assistant Principal, and Counselors!
2. BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT takes place on Thursday, 9/10/09. From 5:30-6:30 we will be selling pizza and soda. At 6:30 all parents will meet in the gym for a short presentation which will be followed by visits to each of your student’s classrooms.
3. TRAFFIC CONGESTION – Just a few ideas to help make dropping off/picking up your student a little easier: 1) Arriving before 7:30 a.m. is best as there is very little traffic. If you come after 7:30 a.m., be prepared for traffic congestion at 1st and A Street. 2) Consider dropping off/picking up your student at Yucca & 2nd Street (north side of campus). There are numerous gates that the students can use to enter our campus. 3) For safety reasons, we do not want students walking through our parking lot. If you choose to drive them to school and enter our parking lot, please drop them off at the island between the parking lot and the front of the school.
4. CHECK OUTS – If you need to check out your student for any reason, we would like to encourage you to schedule as many appointments as possible to take place after school ends at 2:50 p.m. There are times when this will not be possible. We are hoping that you will try to avoid checking students out during their Advisory period which runs from 10:55-11:20 a.m. EVERY DAY. Your help is appreciated!
5. PARENTS ARE WELCOME here at Fillmore Middle School. If you wish to come on our campus, please be sure to sign in at the front office and get a visitor badge. We want you and your student to have a wonderful experience here at FMS!

Fillmore Middle School
Thursday, 8/27/09

General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. PICTURE DAY takes place TODAY. All students are required to have their picture taken during your PE period. You will also have your ID pictures taken and your ID card will be issued to you today. Your ID card will replace the lunch card you were given earlier. You will also need your ID card in order to check out books from the library. Think of your ID card as being as important as a driver’s license. You don’t want to lose it and you want to have it with you at all times!
2. ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE TOMORROW – 8th graders attend the assembly from 8-9:00 a.m., 7th graders from 9:05-10:05 a.m., 6th graders from 10:15-11:15 a.m. See the schedules posted in your classrooms for the full day schedule. No advisory on Friday.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PARENT MEET & GREET – Our first Meet & Greet is scheduled for TOMORROW, 8/28 from 7:30-8:30 a.m. in room C-1. Come and meet our Principal and Assistant Principal, and Counselors!
2. TRAFFIC CONGESTION – Just a few ideas to help make dropping off/picking up your student a little easier: 1) Arriving before 7:30 a.m. is best as there is very little traffic. If you come after 7:30 a.m., be prepared for traffic congestion at 1st and A Street. 2) Consider dropping off/picking up your student at Yucca & 2nd Street (north side of campus). There are numerous gates that the students can use to enter our campus. 3) For safety reasons, we do not want students walking through our parking lot. If you choose to drive them to school and enter our parking lot, please drop them off at the island between the parking lot and the front of the school.
3. CHECK OUTS – If you need to check out your student for any reason, we would like to encourage you to schedule as many appointments as possible to take place after school ends at 2:50 p.m. There are times when this will not be possible. We are hoping that you will try to avoid checking students out during their Advisory period which runs from 10:55-11:20 a.m. EVERY DAY. Your help is appreciated!
4. PARENTS ARE WELCOME here at Fillmore Middle School. If you wish to come on our campus, please be sure to sign in at the front office and get a visitor badge. We want you and your student to have a wonderful experience here at FMS!

Fillmore Middle School
Wednesday, 8/26/09

General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. THE LIBRARY IS CLOSED TODAY!
2. PICTURE DAY takes place this TOMORROW. You should have received picture packet cost information yesterday in your first period class. Extras are located in the front office. If you plan to purchase pictures, you MUST BRING YOUR MONEY TOMORROW. All students are required to have their picture taken during your PE period. If for some reason you do not have PE, see us in the front office. You will also have your ID pictures taken and your ID card will be issued to you at this time. Your ID card will replace the lunch card you were given earlier. You will also need your ID card in order to check out books from the library. Think of your ID card as being as important as a driver’s license. You don’t want to lose it and you want to have it with you at all times!
3. ADVISORY INFO – This year Advisory follows 3rd period from 10:55-11:20 a.m. We are encouraging ALL STUDENTS to remind your parents when they are scheduling appointments to check you out of school to keep in mind that we don’t want you to miss any of your Advisory time.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PARENT MEET & GREET – Our first Meet & Greet is scheduled for Friday, 8/25 from 7:30-8:30 a.m. in room C-1. Come and meet our Principal and Assistant Principal, and Counselors!
2. TRAFFIC CONGESTION – Just a few ideas to help make dropping off/picking up your student a little easier: 1) Arriving before 7:30 a.m. is best as there is very little traffic. If you come after 7:30 a.m., be prepared for traffic congestion at 1st and A Street. 2) Consider dropping off/picking up your student at Yucca & 2nd Street (north side of campus). There are numerous gates that the students can use to enter our campus. 3) For safety reasons, we do not want students walking through our parking lot. If you choose to drive them to school and enter our parking lot, please drop them off at the island between the parking lot and the front of the school.
3. CHECK OUTS – If you need to check out your student for any reason, we would like to encourage you to schedule as many appointments as possible to take place after school ends at 2:50 p.m. There are times when this will not be possible. We are hoping that you will try to avoid checking students out during their Advisory period which runs from 10:55-11:20 a.m. EVERY DAY. Your help is appreciated!
4. PARENTS ARE WELCOME here at Fillmore Middle School. If you wish to come on our campus, please be sure to sign in at the front office and get a visitor badge. We want you and your student to have a wonderful experience here at FMS!

Fillmore Middle School
Tuesday, 8/25/09

General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. LATE START WEDNESDAYS begin tomorrow, 8/26. Every Wednesday our first bell rings at 8:55 a.m. and the tardy bell rings at 9:00 a.m. Students are released at the same time every day, 2:50 p.m.
2. CONGRATULATIONS to 8th grader Nick Johnson who competed in the Sprint Triathlon in Santa Barbara this past weekend. He completed the event in 1 hr., 1 min., 32 seconds! A triathlon consists of long distance swimming, biking, and running – WOW!
3. PICTURE DAY takes place this Thursday, 8/27. All students are required to have their picture taken during your PE period. If for some reason you do not have PE, see us in the front office. You will also have your ID pictures taken and your ID card will be issued to you at this time. Your ID card will replace the lunch card you were given earlier. You will also need your ID card in order to check out books from the library. Think of your ID card as being as important as a driver’s license. You don’t want to lose it and you want to have it with you at all times!
4. ADVISORY INFO – This year Advisory follows 3rd period from 10:55-11:20 a.m. We are encouraging ALL STUDENTS to remind your parents when they are scheduling appointments to check you out of school to keep in mind that we don’t want you to miss any of your Advisory time.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PARENT MEET & GREET – Our first Meet & Greet is scheduled for Friday, 8/25 from 7:30-8:30 a.m. in room C-1. Come and meet our Principal and Assistant Principal, and Counselors!
2. TRAFFIC CONGESTION – Just a few ideas to help make dropping off/picking up your student a little easier: 1) Arriving before 7:30 a.m. is best as there is very little traffic. If you come after 7:30 a.m., be prepared for traffic congestion at 1st and A Street. 2) Consider dropping off/picking up your student at Yucca & 2nd Street (north side of campus). There are numerous gates that the students can use to enter our campus. 3) For safety reasons, we do not want students walking through our parking lot. If you choose to drive them to school and enter our parking lot, please drop them off at the island between the parking lot and the front of the school.
3. CHECK OUTS – If you need to check out your student for any reason, we would like to encourage you to schedule as many appointments as possible to take place after school ends at 2:50 p.m. There are times when this will not be possible. We are hoping that you will try to avoid checking students out during their Advisory period which runs from 10:55-11:20 a.m. EVERY DAY. Your help is appreciated!
4. PARENTS ARE WELCOME here at Fillmore Middle School. If you wish to come on our campus, please be sure to sign in at the front office and get a visitor badge. We want you and your student to have a wonderful experience here at FMS!

Fillmore Middle School
Monday, 8/24/09

General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. PICTURE DAY takes place this Thursday, 8/27. All students are required to have their picture taken during your PE period. If for some reason you do not have PE, see us in the front office. You will also have your ID pictures taken and your ID card will be issued to you at this time. Your ID card will replace the lunch card you were given earlier. You will also need your ID card in order to check out books from the library. Think of your ID card as being as important as a driver’s license. You don’t want to lose it and you want to have it with you at all times!
2. ADVISORY INFO – This year Advisory follows 3rd period from 10:55-11:20 a.m. We are encouraging ALL STUDENTS to remind your parents when they are scheduling appointments to check you out of school to keep in mind that we don’t want you to miss any of your Advisory time.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. TRAFFIC CONGESTION – Just a few ideas to help make dropping off/picking up your student a little easier: 1) Arriving before 7:30 a.m. is best as there is very little traffic. If you come after 7:30 a.m., be prepared for traffic congestion at 1st and A Street. 2) Consider dropping off/picking up your student at Yucca & 2nd Street (north side of campus). There are numerous gates that the students can use to enter our campus. 3) For safety reasons, we do not want students walking through our parking lot. If you choose to drive them to school and enter our parking lot, please drop them off at the island between the parking lot and the front of the school.
2. CHECK OUTS – If you need to check out your student for any reason, we would like to encourage you to schedule as many appointments as possible to take place after school ends at 2:50 p.m. There are times when this will not be possible. We are hoping that you will try to avoid checking students out during their Advisory period which runs from 10:55-11:20 a.m. EVERY DAY. Your help is appreciated!
3. PARENTS ARE WELCOME here at Fillmore Middle School. If you wish to come on our campus, please be sure to sign in at the front office and get a visitor badge. We want you and your student to have a wonderful experience here at FMS!

Fillmore Middle School
Friday, 8/21/09

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 UNIFIED DISTRICT board policy provides a process for complaints alleging discrimination of a program or a program’s failure to comply with state or federal law. The policy protects the privacy rights of the complainant and prohibits retaliation for filing a complaint. Complaints must be written on “Program Discrimination/Legal Violation Complaint Form” available from the Assistant Superintendent and filed within six months of the incident or when it became known. Help in filling out the form will be provided if needed. All other types of complaints, including complaints regarding personnel or instructional materials follow other board policies. The process for registering other complaints is: 1) if the complaint concerns a teacher, first contact the teacher. 2) if the complaints are not resolved by the teacher, contact the principal of the school, then the district superintendent, and finally the Board of Education. Complete copies of these policies are available through the superintendent’s office.
2. ADVISORY INFO – This year Advisory follows 3rd period from 10:55-11:20 a.m.
3. LUNCH INFO – This semester, 6th graders go to 1st lunch from 11:20-12:00 and 7/8th graders go to 2nd lunch from 12:15-12:55.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. TRAFFIC CONGESTION – Just a few ideas to help make dropping off/picking up your student a little easier: 1) Arriving before 7:30 a.m. is best as there is very little traffic. If you come after 7:30 a.m., be prepared for traffic congestion at 1st and A Street. 2) Consider dropping off/picking up your student at Yucca & 2nd Street (north side of campus). There are numerous gates that the students can use to enter our campus. 3) For safety reasons, we do not want students walking through our parking lot. If you choose to drive them to school and enter our parking lot, please drop them off at the island between the parking lot and the front of the school.
2. CHECK OUTS – If you need to check out your student for any reason, we would like to encourage you to schedule as many appointments as possible to take place after school ends at 2:50 p.m. There are times when this will not be possible. We are hoping that you will try to avoid checking students out during their Advisory period which runs from 10:55-11:20 a.m. EVERY DAY. Your help is appreciated!
3. PARENTS ARE WELCOME here at Fillmore Middle School. If you wish to come on our campus, please be sure to sign in at the front office and get a visitor badge. We want you and your student to have a wonderful experience here at FMS!

Fillmore Middle School
Thursday, 8/19/09

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 UNIFIED DISTRICT board policy provides a process for complaints alleging discrimination of a program or a program’s failure to comply with state or federal law. The policy protects the privacy rights of the complainant and prohibits retaliation for filing a complaint. Complaints must be written on “Program Discrimination/Legal Violation Complaint Form” available from the Assistant Superintendent and filed within six months of the incident or when it became known. Help in filling out the form will be provided if needed. All other types of complaints, including complaints regarding personnel or instructional materials follow other board policies. The process for registering other complaints is: 1) if the complaint concerns a teacher, first contact the teacher. 2) if the complaints are not resolved by the teacher, contact the principal of the school, then the district superintendent, and finally the Board of Education. Complete copies of these policies are available through the superintendent’s office.
2. ADVISORY INFO – This year Advisory follows 3rd period from 10:55-11:20 a.m.
3. LUNCH INFO – This semester, 6th graders go to 1st lunch from 11:20-12:00 and 7/8th graders go to 2nd lunch from 12:15-12:55.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PARENTS ARE WELCOME here at Fillmore Middle School. If you wish to come on our campus, please be sure to sign in at the front office and get a visitor badge. We want you and your student to have a wonderful experience here at FMS!

Fillmore Middle School
Wednesday, 8/19/09
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 to another exciting year at Fillmore Middle School!
2. STUDENT AGENDA BOOKS will be given out during your 1st period class today.
3. ADVISORY INFO – This year Advisory follows 3rd period from 10:55-11:20 a.m. Today during Advisory the 6th graders will go to the gym for an assembly on school discipline. All 7th & 8th graders will stay with their 3rd period teachers.
4. LUNCH INFO – This semester, 6th graders go to 1st lunch from 11:20-12:00 and 7/8th graders go to 2nd lunch from 12:15-12:55.
5. LUNCH CARDS – This year all students must have a lunch card if you plan to go through the lunch line. If you did not pick up your lunch card there will be a table in the pavilion area where they are handing out the lunch cards.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PARENTS ARE WELCOME here at Fillmore Middle School. If you wish to come on our campus, please be sure to sign in at the front office and get a visitor badge. We want you and your student to have a wonderful experience here at FMS!

Fillmore Middle School
Friday, 5/29/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. 8th GRADERS – TODAY is the last day to pay for the 8th grade Fun Day at Shiells Park. Pay Mrs. DuBois in J-2 before or after school or AT THE BEGINNING OF 1st LUNCH! The event takes place next Tuesday, 6/2.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Engaging in harassment, threats or intimidation against student or school personnel will result in a 1-3 day suspension.
3. BASKETBALL POTLUCK takes place on Monday, 6/1 from 4-6:30 p.m. in the staff lounge. Please tell Joey Alcantar if you are planning to attend.
4. 6th GRADERS – Order your 5x7 friendship or class photo for $2 at lunch this week. Scrapbooking Club members will be taking orders at lunch in the pavilion. Photos will be delivered to your 1st period teacher TODAY. 7th graders – Because extra class photos were printed last year, your 6th grade class photos are still available for $1. Please buy them in room B-1 during lunch or after school
5. ALL LIBRARY BOOKS are due by Monday/Tuesday, 6/1 & 6/2. Please return all of your books because late fees will be added over the summer and even follow you to the high school! Hope everyone enjoys their summer and remember – there is a summer reading program at our local Fillmore Public Library.
6. THE TALENT SHOW is TODAY during both lunches on the pavilion stage. Eat your lunch while enjoying the FMS rock band, singers and dancers.
7. LAST DANCE – Don’t let this chance go! Our last dance of the year takes place TONIGHT. The dance is from 5:30-8:00 p.m. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Buy your ticket in advance so that the dance is not cancelled.
8. MENTOR PROGRAM – Any students that are interested in attending the Bluez Boyz concert on June 14 may pick up a permission slip in the mentor room during break or lunch.
9. POETRY SLAM – Attention all 7th & 8th graders who competed in the finals of the 6th grade poetry slam last year or the year before! You are invited to attend the 6th grade poetry slam THIS MORNING during 1st & 2nd period. You need permission slips signed by your 1st & 2nd period teacher excusing you from their classes in order to attend.
10. 8th GRADE PROMOTION takes place on Thursday, 6/4 at 11:00 a.m. Students should dress appropriately as our dress code WILL BE ENFORCED. If you need a copy of the dress code, every teacher has copies in their classroom.
11. MIMIMUM DAYS - We will NOT have a late start on Wednesday, 6/3 the last week of school. School will start at 7:55 a.m. each of these days. Monday, 6/1 is a full day. Tuesday-Thursday, 6/2-6/4/09 are minimum days and school will be dismissed at 12:07 p.m.
12. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – For more Information about hydrogen cars see Kayla Shepard and Darian Binkley.
PARENT INFORMATION

1. 8th GRADE PROMOTION – Promotion takes place on Thursday, 6/4/09 starting at 11:00 a.m. Please keep in mind that this event is very well attended. Plan ahead. Parking is limited. Once our parking lot is full, you will need to park in the surrounding neighborhoods and walk into the school. Our ceremony will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. so please plan accordingly.

Fillmore Middle School
Thursday, 5/28/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. 8th GRADERS – The last day to pay for the 8th grade Fun Day at Shiells Park is TOMORROW! Pay Mrs. DuBois in J-2 before or after school or AT THE BEGINNING OF 1st LUNCH! The event takes place next Tuesday, 6/2.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Engaging in harassment, threats or intimidation against student or school personnel will result in a 1-3 day suspension.
3. 6th GRADERS – Order your 5x7 friendship or class photo for $2 at lunch this week. Scrapbooking Club members will be taking orders at lunch in the pavilion. Photos will be delivered to your 1st period teacher this Friday, 5/29. 7th graders – Because extra class photos were printed last year, your 6th grade class photos are still available for $1. Please buy them in room B-1 during lunch or after school
4. THE LIBRARY will be closed TODAY at 1:00 p.m.
5. ALL LIBRARY BOOKS are due by Monday/Tuesday, 6/1 & 6/2. Please return all of your books because late fees will be added over the summer and even follow you to the high school! Hope everyone enjoys their summer and remember – there is a summer reading program at our local Fillmore Public Library.
6. THE TALENT SHOW is changed to TOMORROW during both lunches on the pavilion stage. Eat your lunch while enjoying the FMS rock band, singers and dancers.
7. LAST DANCE – Don’t let this chance go! Our last dance of the year takes place TOMORROW. The dance is from 5:30-8:00 p.m. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Buy your ticket in advance so that the dance is not cancelled.
8. MENTOR PROGRAM – Any students that are interested in attending the Bluez Boyz concert on June 14 may pick up a permission slip in the mentor room during break or lunch.
9. POETRY SLAM – Attention all 7th & 8th graders who competed in the finals of the 6th grade poetry slam last year or the year before! You are invited to attend the 6th grade poetry slam on Friday, 5/29 during 1st & 2nd period. You need permission slips signed by your 1st & 2nd period teacher excusing you from their classes in order to attend. Please get the permission slip from the office and turn them in ASAP. If you would like to judge, please mark on the permission slip. The first 5 to get them in will be awarded the positions. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Wohlers in room B-1 during your lunch or after school.
10. 8th GRADE PROMOTION takes place on Thursday, 6/4 at 11:00 a.m. Students should dress appropriately as our dress code WILL BE ENFORCED. If you need a copy of the dress code, every teacher has copies in their classroom.
11. MIMIMUM DAYS - We will NOT have a late start on Wednesday, 6/3 the last week of school. School will start at 7:55 a.m. each of these days. Monday, 6/1 is a full day. Tuesday-Thursday, 6/2-6/4/09 are minimum days and school will be dismissed at 12:07 p.m.
12. YEARBOOK DISTRIBUTION takes place TODAY for 6th & 7th graders during 6th period. Yearbooks will be on sale after school for $45.00.
13. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – For more Information about non-toxic cleaning products, see Damian Almazan and Isaiah Mendez.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. 8th GRADE PROMOTION – Promotion takes place on Thursday, 6/4/09 starting at 11:00 a.m. Please keep in mind that this event is very well attended. Plan ahead. Parking is limited. Once our parking lot is full, you will need to park in the surrounding neighborhoods and walk into the school. Our ceremony will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. so please plan accordingly.

Fillmore Middle School
Wednesday, 5/27/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. 6th GRADERS – Order your 5x7 friendship or class photo for $2 at lunch this week. Scrapbooking Club members will be taking orders at lunch in the pavilion. Photos will be delivered to your 1st period teacher this Friday, 5/29. 7th graders – Because extra class photos were printed last year, your 6th grade class photos are still available for $1. Please buy them in room B-1 during lunch or after school
2. SCHOOL RULES – FMS students are not allowed on any other school campuses before or after school.
3. SCRAPBOOK CLUB meets TODAY in room B-1 during lunch. Come have pizza if you helped with the selling of the class photos during Pride in America Day.
4. THE LIBRARY will be closed on Thursday, 5/28 at 1:00 p.m.
5. THE TALENT SHOW is changed to this Friday, 5/29 during both lunches on the pavilion stage. Eat your lunch while enjoying the FMS rock band, singers and dancers.
6. LAST DANCE – Don’t let this chance go! Our last dance of the year takes place this Friday, 5/29. The dance is from 5:30-8:00 p.m. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. Buy your ticket in advance so that the dance is not cancelled.
7. PIRU SCHOOL is looking for student volunteers to help with their Dance Festival on Friday, 5/29 starting at 6:00 p.m. If you wish to help, call Piru School at 521-1709.
8. MENTOR PROGRAM – Any students that are interested in attending the Bluez Boyz concert on June 14 may pick up a permission slip in the mentor room during break or lunch.
9. POETRY SLAM – Attention all 7th & 8th graders who competed in the finals of the 6th grade poetry slam last year or the year before! You are invited to attend the 6th grade poetry slam on Friday, 5/29 during 1st & 2nd period. You need permission slips signed by your 1st & 2nd period teacher excusing you from their classes in order to attend. Please get the permission slip from the office and turn them in ASAP. If you would like to judge, please mark on the permission slip. The first 5 to get them in will be awarded the positions. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Wohlers in room B-1 during your lunch or after school.
10. 8th GRADERS – Our 8th grade trip to Shiells Park is on Tuesday, 6/2. We will be walking over and spending the morning with food and fun activities. This trip is for promotion-eligible 8th graders. You must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above, all textbooks turned in and all money owed is paid back. This includes library & textbook fines, picture money, lock money and cafeteria money. The cost for this event is only $3.00! Get a permission slip from Mrs. Laureano or Mrs. DuBois. Bring the signed permission slip AND $3.00 to Mrs. DuBois next week. The last day to pay is Friday, 5/29.
11. 8th GRADE PROMOTION takes place on Thursday, 6/4 at 11:00 a.m. Students should dress appropriately as our dress code WILL BE ENFORCED. If you need a copy of the dress code, every teacher has copies in their classroom.
12. MIMIMUM DAYS - We will NOT have a late start on Wednesday, 6/3 the last week of school. School will start at 7:55 a.m. each of these days. Monday, 6/1 is a full day. Tuesday-Thursday, 6/2-6/4/09 are minimum days and school will be dismissed at 12:07 p.m.
13. YEARBOOK DISTRIBUTION takes place for 8th graders TODAY during 6th period and for 6th & 7th graders TOMORROW during 6th period. Yearbooks will TOMORROW.
14. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – For more Information about acid rain, see Gaby Padilla and Kelsey Zelenka.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. 8th GRADE PROMOTION – Promotion takes place on Thursday, 6/4/09 starting at 11:00 a.m. Please keep in mind that this event is very well attended. Plan ahead. Parking is limited. Once our parking lot is full, you will need to park in the surrounding neighborhoods and walk into the school. Our ceremony will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. so please plan accordingly.

Fillmore Middle School
Tuesday, 5/26/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who helped to make Pride In America Day such a success and a special thank you to Mrs. Merrill for being the coordinator for this excellent event. Your dedication is truly appreciated!
2. SCHOOL RULES – FMS students are not allowed on any other school campuses before or after school.
3. PIRU SCHOOL is looking for student volunteers to help with their Dance Festival on Friday, 5/29 starting at 6:00 p.m. If you wish to help, call Piru School at 521-1709.
4. MENTOR PROGRAM – Any students that are interested in attending the Bluez Boyz concert on June 14 may pick up a permission slip in the mentor room during break or lunch.
5. POETRY SLAM – Attention all 7th & 8th graders who competed in the finals of the 6th grade poetry slam last year or the year before! You are invited to attend the 6th grade poetry slam on Friday, 5/29 during 1st & 2nd period. You need permission slips signed by your 1st & 2nd period teacher excusing you from their classes in order to attend. Please get the permission slip from the office and turn them in ASAP. If you would like to judge, please mark on the permission slip. The first 5 to get them in will be awarded the positions. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Wohlers in room B-1 during your lunch or after school.
6. 8th GRADERS – Our 8th grade trip to Shiells Park is on Tuesday, 6/2. We will be walking over and spending the morning with food and fun activities. This trip is for promotion-eligible 8th graders. You must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above, all textbooks turned in and all money owed is paid back. This includes library & textbook fines, picture money, lock money and cafeteria money. The cost for this event is only $3.00! Get a permission slip from Mrs. Laureano or Mrs. DuBois. Bring the signed permission slip AND $3.00 to Mrs. DuBois next week. The last day to pay is Friday, 5/29.
7. 8th GRADE PROMOTION takes place on Thursday, 6/4 at 11:00 a.m. Students should dress appropriately as our dress code WILL BE ENFORCED. If you need a copy of the dress code, every teacher has copies in their classroom.
8. MIMIMUM DAYS - We will NOT have a late start on Wednesday, 6/3 the last week of school. School will start at 7:55 a.m. each of these days. Monday, 6/1 is a full day. Tuesday-Thursday, 6/2-6/4/09 are minimum days and school will be dismissed at 12:07 p.m.
9. YEARBOOK DISTRIBUTION takes place for 8th graders on Wednesday, 5/27 during 6th period and for 6th & 7th graders on Thursday, 5/28 during 6th period. Yearbooks will be on sale after school only to 8th graders on Wednesday, 5/27 and to all grades on Thursday, 5/28.
10. PARTY GRANDE HAWAIIAN STYLE – Our last dance of the year takes place on Friday, 5/29 from 5:30-8:30. Tickets are on sale during both lunches in the pavilion. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. We will have door prizes throughout the evening. Signed parent permission slip is required to attend.
11. ATTENTION 6th & 7th GRADERS – Now’s the time if you want to be in next year’s Yearbook class to come and get an application from Miss Beal in room K-3. We need hard-working students to be computer techs, photographers, sales leaders and treasurers. If you think this is you, see Miss Beal now. All applications are due to Miss Beal by TODAY.
12. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – For more Information about cleaning up the beach see Kiana Hope and Anyssa Cabral.
13. TALENT SHOW – Students and staff who would like to participate in a fun event, please sign up for our 3rd annual talent show. The show is scheduled to take place June 3. If you have any questions, need more information, or a room to practice, please see Ms. Morielli in room G-1.
PARENT INFORMATION

1. 8th GRADE PROMOTION – Promotion takes place on Thursday, 6/4/09 starting at 11:00 a.m. Please keep in mind that this event is very well attended. Plan ahead. Parking is limited. Once our parking lot is full, you will need to park in the surrounding neighborhoods and walk into the school. Our ceremony will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. so please plan accordingly.

Fillmore Middle School
Friday, 5/22/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. PRIDE IN AMERICA DAY TODAY! All students will go to the assembly at 10:10 a.m. followed the BBQ and fun activities. At 2:40 all students will return to your 1st period teacher for attendance.
1. HALOS – ASB is selling red, white and blue halos for $2.00. The supply is very limited. First come, first served. Come to room G-1 or the pavilion stage to buy your halo.
2. PHOTO BOOTH – Come get your photo taken with your friends. Don’t forget to bring your money to get your photo taken! Look for us under the pavilion.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Harassing or threatening any student or adult will result in a 3-5 day suspension and possible expulsion.
3. PIRU SCHOOL is looking for student volunteers to help with their Dance Festival on Friday, 5/29 starting at 6:00 p.m. If you wish to help, call Piru School at 521-1709.
4. MENTOR PROGRAM – Any students that are interested in attending the Bluez Boyz concert on June 14 may pick up a permission slip in the mentor room during break or lunch.
5. POETRY SLAM – Attention all 7th & 8th graders who competed in the finals of the 6th grade poetry slam last year or the year before! You are invited to attend the 6th grade poetry slam on Friday, 5/29 during 1st & 2nd period. You need permission slips signed by your 1st & 2nd period teacher excusing you from their classes in order to attend. Please get the permission slip from the office and turn them in ASAP. If you would like to judge, please mark on the permission slip. The first 5 to get them in will be awarded the positions. If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Wohlers in room B-1 during your lunch or after school.
6. 8th GRADERS – Our 8th grade trip to Shiells Park is on Tuesday, 6/2. We will be walking over and spending the morning with food and fun activities. This trip is for promotion-eligible 8th graders. You must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above, all textbooks turned in and all money owed is paid back. This includes library & textbook fines, picture money, lock money and cafeteria money. The cost for this event is only $3.00! Get a permission slip from Mrs. Laureano or Mrs. DuBois. Bring the signed permission slip AND $3.00 to Mrs. DuBois next week. The last day to pay is Friday, 5/29.
7. 8th GRADE PROMOTION takes place on Thursday, 6/4 at 11:00 a.m. Students should dress appropriately as our dress code WILL BE ENFORCED. If you need a copy of the dress code, every teacher has copies in their classroom.
8. MIMIMUM DAYS - We will NOT have a late start on Wednesday, 6/3 the last week of school. School will start at 7:55 a.m. each of these days. Monday, 6/1 is a full day. Tuesday-Thursday, 6/2-6/4/09 are minimum days and school will be dismissed at 12:07 p.m.
9. YEARBOOK DISTRIBUTION takes place for 8th graders on Wednesday, 5/27 during 6th period and for 6th & 7th graders on Thursday, 5/28 during 6th period. Yearbooks will be on sale after school only to 8th graders on Wednesday, 5/27 and to all grades on Thursday, 5/28.
10. WOW! Want to have a fun summer? Come sign up for Pyles Boys Camp. Established in 1949 in the Sequoia National Forest, it is a rugged, 2 week no-cost camp that seeks to instill confidence, pride, value of hard work and respect for self and others. Pyles Camp shows boys, ages 12-15 that they can succeed in life if they are willing to work hard. If interested, please stop by the mentor room to enroll with Norma Magana or call 524-6028 or contact Ramona Enriquez at 524-4999.
11. PARTY GRANDE HAWAIIAN STYLE – Our last dance of the year takes place on Friday, 5/29 from 5:30-8:30. Tickets go on sale tomorrow during both lunches in the pavilion. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. We will have door prizes throughout the evening. Signed parent permission slip is required to attend.
12. ATTENTION 6th & 7th GRADERS – Now’s the time if you want to be in next year’s Yearbook class to come and get an application from Miss Beal in room K-3. We need hard-working students to be computer techs, photographers, sales leaders and treasurers. If you think this is you, see Miss Beal now. All applications are due to Miss Beal by TODAY.
13. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – For more Information about non-toxic cleaning products, see Richie Vasquez.
14. TALENT SHOW – Students and staff who would like to participate in a fun event, please sign up for our 3rd annual talent show. The show is scheduled to take place June 3. If you have any questions, need more information, or a room to practice, please see Ms. Morielli in room G-1.
PARENT INFORMATION

1. PRIDE IN AMERICA DAY –The FMS parking lot will be closed TODAY for Pride in America Day activities. There will be no cars allowed to park in the parking lot that morning. There will be one loop in and out of the gate to drop off students. If you can drop your son/daughter off before the stop sign at 1st and A streets and have them walk in to school, this will ease congestion into the school. Thank you for your support.
2. 8th GRADE PROMOTION – Promotion takes place on Thursday, 6/4/09 starting at 11:00 a.m. Please keep in mind that this event is very well attended. Plan ahead. Parking is limited. Once our parking lot is full, you will need to park in the surrounding neighborhoods and walk into the school. Our ceremony will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. so please plan accordingly.

After waiting for several years the Memorial Rose and Butterfly Gardens are in at Fillmore Middle School. Mrs. Merrill and her science students cleared the weeds, dug the holes, and planted the roses and butterfly feeding plants. Gama Aguilar and his grounds crew helped put in the irrigation and delivered the mulch. The students spread the mulch to complete the first set of gardens. Otto and Sons and the Trinidad family generously donated the colorful memorial roses. Green Thumb’s master gardeners assisted us with the selection of plants that feed both the local and migratory butterflies and their caterpillars. Students have been excited to report the presence of the first butterfly visitors to our garden.
There is still a great deal of work to do to get ready for the other gardens which include: a mini orchard of our local fruits, a winter garden with holly and a Christmas tree, a drought tolerant and native plants garden, a salsa garden, a cut flower garden, a mini pumpkin patch, Indian corn, and a Peace Meadow. The garden offers an amazing opportunity for students to learn more science. For example, the Indian corn can be used to teach a lesson about “jumping genes”. The garden is useful to encourage students to follow the Healthy Heart guidelines about eating more fruits and vegetables. To encourage the entrepreneurial spirit, students have designed a way to earn money from each garden. For example, pumpkins, holly, and salsa vegetables will be available for sale, as well as memorial roses. To encourage water conservation drought tolerant plants will be for sale on several occasions. Students will be allowed to eat the fruits from the mini orchard and learn to be proud of the world class fruit grown in and around Fillmore. All garden signs will be posted in English and Spanish to promote bilingualism and its benefits. A Peace Meadow will someday provide a peaceful place for students and staff to enjoy and use for peer mediation. Gardeners in our community please feel free to offer us suggestions to improve and add beauty to our gardens. Donations of plants, tools, soil, fertilizers, seeds, cuttings, bulbs, heart healthy recipes, businesses from the garden ideas, vases, trees, plaques, brick work, lumber for raised beds, beneficial insects, a bird bath, and/or your time would be greatly appreciated. Please call Fillmore Middle School at 524-6070 for further information.

See Power Point slide show attached below.

Fillmore Middle School
Thursday, 5/21/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. STUDENTS – Do NOT bring your backpack tomorrow for Pride In America Day. Do bring money to purchase a BBQ lunch, a Jamba Juice, or a pico de gallo cup. Plan to wear red, white and blue and/or a baseball shirt.
2. 8th GRADERS – Our 8th grade trip to Shiells Park is on Tuesday, 6/2. We will be walking over and spending the morning with food and fun activities. This trip is for promotion-eligible 8th graders. You must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above, all textbooks turned in and all money owed is paid back. This includes library & textbook fines, picture money, lock money and cafeteria money. The cost for this event is only $3.00! Get a permission slip from Mrs. Laureano or Mrs. DuBois. Bring the signed permission slip AND $3.00 to Mrs. DuBois next week. The last day to pay is Friday, 5/29.
3. 8th GRADE PROMOTION takes place on Thursday, 6/4 at 11:00 a.m. Students should dress appropriately as our dress code WILL BE ENFORCED. If you need a copy of the dress code, every teacher has copies in their classroom.
4. SCHOOL RULES – Harassing or threatening any student or adult will result in a 3-5 day suspension and possible expulsion.
5. MIMIMUM DAYS - We will NOT have a late start on Wednesday, 6/3 the last week of school. School will start at 7:55 a.m. each of these days. Monday, 6/1 is a full day. Tuesday-Thursday, 6/2-6/4/09 are minimum days and school will be dismissed at 12:07 p.m.
6. YEARBOOK DISTRIBUTION takes place for 8th graders on Wednesday, 5/27 during 6th period and for 6th & 7th graders on Thursday, 5/28 during 6th period. Yearbooks will be on sale after school only to 8th graders on Wednesday, 5/27 and to all grades on Thursday, 5/28.
7. WOW! Want to have a fun summer? Come sign up for R.M. Pyles Boys Camp. Established in 1949 in the Sequoia National Forest, it is a rugged, 2 week no-cost camp that seeks to instill confidence, pride, value of hard work and respect for self and others. Pyles Camp shows boys, ages 12-15 that they can succeed in life if they are willing to work hard. If interested, please stop by the mentor room to enroll with Norma Magana or call 524-6028 or contact Ramona Enriquez at 524-4999.
8. GATE MEETING TODAY after school in room B-1.
9. PRIDE IN AMERICA DAY is coming THIS FRIDAY, May 22nd
1. PEACE POETRY CONTEST - Veterans for Peace is sponsoring a Peace Poetry contest. Write a poem about Peace; any style is possible. One student from each grade level will win a $50 prize and will be recognized during the Pride in America Day assembly. Turn in your poems to your Language Arts teacher. The deadline is TODAY.
2. VETERANS and/or active duty soldiers are invited to attend our Pride in America assembly starting at 10:00 a.m. Turn in any veteran’s name to Mrs. Ecklund in the office or to your 1st period teacher. We want to honor our local veterans and soldiers.
3. JAMBA JUICE – Students and staff can support Pride In America Day by purchasing a $4 pre-sale ticket for a medium Jamba Juice that will be delivered on May 22. Purchase your tickets in J-1.
4. OUR PARKING LOT will be closed on the morning of this event. Please plan accordingly. If your parents drop you off for school, have them drop you off at the corner of 1st and A Streets and walk into our campus.
10. PARTY GRANDE HAWAIIAN STYLE – Our last dance of the year takes place on Friday, 5/29 from 5:30-8:30. Tickets go on sale tomorrow during both lunches in the pavilion. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. We will have door prizes throughout the evening. Signed parent permission slip is required to attend.
11. ATTENTION 6th & 7th GRADERS – Now’s the time if you want to be in next year’s Yearbook class to come and get an application from Miss Beal in room K-3. We need hard-working students to be computer techs, photographers, sales leaders and treasurers. If you think this is you, see Miss Beal now. All applications are due to Miss Beal by Friday, 5/22.
12. SPECIAL ELECTIVE CLASS – The ASB/Leadership class has two 7th grade member-at-large positions open. Please pick up the application in room G-1. See Ms. Morielli in room G-1 if you need help with the application or have questions.
13. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – For more Information about memorial roses, see Kristian Felix.
14. TALENT SHOW – Students and staff who would like to participate in a fun event, please sign up for our 3rd annual talent show. The show is scheduled to take place June 3. If you have any questions, need more information, or a room to practice, please see Ms. Morielli in room G-1.
PARENT INFORMATION

1. PRIDE IN AMERICA DAY – Please plan ahead. The FMS parking lot will be closed in the morning of Friday, 5/22 for Pride in America Day activities. There will be no cars allowed to park in the parking lot that morning. There will be one loop in and out of the gate to drop off students. If you can drop your son/daughter off before the stop sign at 1st and A streets and have them walk in to school, this will ease congestion into the school. Thank you for your support.
2. 8th GRADE PROMOTION – Promotion takes place on Thursday, 6/4/09 starting at 11:00 a.m. Please keep in mind that this event is very well attended. Plan ahead. Parking is limited. Once our parking lot is full, you will need to park in the surrounding neighborhoods and walk into the school. Our ceremony will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. so please plan accordingly.

Fillmore Middle School
Wednesday, 5/20/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. YEARBOOK DISTRIBUTION takes place for 8th graders on Wednesday, 5/27 during 6th period and for 6th & 7th graders on Thursday, 5/28 during 6th period. Yearbooks will be on sale after school only to 8th graders on Wednesday, 5/27 and to all grades on Thursday, 5/28.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Harassing or threatening any student or adult will result in a 3-5 day suspension and possible expulsion.
3. WOW! Want to have a fun summer? Come sign up for R.M. Pyles Boys Camp. Established in 1949 in the Sequoia National Forest, it is a rugged, 2 week no-cost camp that seeks to instill confidence, pride, value of hard work and respect for self and others. Pyles Camp shows boys, ages 12-15 that they can succeed in life if they are willing to work hard. If interested, please stop by the mentor room to enroll with Norma Magana or call 524-6028 or contact Ramona Enriquez at 524-4999.
4. SCRAPBOOK CLUB MEETING TODAY in room B-1 during 2nd lunch.
5. GATE MEETING Thursday, 5/21 after school in room B-1.
6. PRIDE IN AMERICA DAY is coming THIS FRIDAY, May 22nd
1. PEACE POETRY CONTEST - Veterans for Peace is sponsoring a Peace Poetry contest. Write a poem about Peace; any style is possible. One student from each grade level will win a $50 prize and will be recognized during the Pride in America Day assembly. Turn in your poems to your Language Arts teacher. The deadline is TODAY.
2. VETERANS and/or active duty soldiers are invited to attend our Pride in America assembly starting at 10:00 a.m. Turn in any veteran’s name to Mrs. Ecklund in the office or to your 1st period teacher. We want to honor our local veterans and soldiers.
3. JAMBA JUICE – Students and staff can support Pride In America Day by purchasing a $4 pre-sale ticket for a medium Jamba Juice that will be delivered on May 22. Purchase your tickets at the attendance office window during lunch.
4. OUR PARKING LOT will be closed on the morning of this event. Please plan accordingly. If your parents drop you off for school, have them drop you off at the corner of 1st and A Streets and walk into our campus.
7. PARTY GRANDE HAWAIIAN STYLE – Our last dance of the year takes place on Friday, 5/29 from 5:30-8:30. Tickets go on sale tomorrow during both lunches in the pavilion. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. We will have door prizes throughout the evening. Signed parent permission slip is required to attend.
8. ATTENTION 6th & 7th GRADERS – Now’s the time if you want to be in next year’s Yearbook class to come and get an application from Miss Beal in room K-3. We need hard-working students to be computer techs, photographers, sales leaders and treasurers. If you think this is you, see Miss Beal now. All applications are due to Miss Beal by Friday, 5/22.
9. ATHLETES/PEP SQUAD PHYSICALS – Attention 8th graders: Dr. Bautista will be offering FREE PHYSICALS for athletes and pep squad members that are in need to participate in summer practice. Physicals will be given TODAY beginning at 3:30 p.m. See Mrs. Brock in the office for a physical form.
10. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT that the office has your current mailing address and phone number. We are preparing our summer packets to mail home regarding our next school year. If you have a change in address or phone number, please bring the correct information to the office. Thanks for your help!
11. 8th GRADERS – Promotion is coming upon us fast. In order to participate in the end-of-the year school activities you must pay your library and textbook fines. A list of 8th grader’s overdue fines is posted in the library. Come in and check the list and EVERYONE needs to finish up your AR reading. There are only 3 weeks left to read library books.
12. THE LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL is Monday, 6/1-Thursday, 6/4. We will NOT have a late start on Wednesday, 6/3. School will start at 7:55 a.m. each of these days. Monday, 6/1 is a full day. Tuesday-Thursday, 6/2-6/4/09 are minimum days and school will be dismissed at 12:07 p.m.
13. 8th GRADE PROMOTION takes place on Thursday, 6/4 at 11:00 a.m. Students should dress appropriately as our dress code WILL BE ENFORCED. If you need a copy of the dress code, every teacher has copies in their classroom.
14. SPECIAL ELECTIVE CLASS – The ASB/Leadership class has two 7th grade member-at-large positions open. Please pick up the application in room G-1. See Ms. Morielli in room G-1 if you need help with the application or have questions.
15. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – For more Information about spaying and neutering cats and dogs, see Ruben Orozco and Cesar Vasquez.
16. TALENT SHOW – Students and staff who would like to participate in a fun event, please sign up for our 3rd annual talent show. The show is scheduled to take place June 3. If you have any questions, need more information, or a room to practice, please see Ms. Morielli in room G-1.
PARENT INFORMATION

1. PRIDE IN AMERICA DAY – Please plan ahead. The FMS parking lot will be closed in the morning of Friday, 5/22 for Pride in America Day activities. There will be no cars allowed to park in the parking lot that morning. There will be one loop in and out of the gate to drop off students. If you can drop your son/daughter off before the stop sign at 1st and A streets and have them walk in to school, this will ease congestion into the school. Thank you for your support.
2. 8th GRADE PROMOTION – Promotion takes place on Thursday, 6/4/09 starting at 11:00 a.m. Please keep in mind that this event is very well attended. Plan ahead. Parking is limited. Once our parking lot is full, you will need to park in the surrounding neighborhoods and walk into the school. Our ceremony will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. so please plan accordingly.

Fillmore Middle School
Tuesday, 5/19/09
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 - Start with period 1 and end with period 6!
2. SCHOOL RULES – Causing or attempting to cause injury to another person will result in a 3-5 day suspension.
3. CAREER LUNCH TODAY in room J-1 during 1st lunch. The speaker will be Ms. Singer who is an attorney. Please come meet Ms. Singer Esq. and find out how she decided to become an attorney and what she is practicing now.
4. PARTY GRANDE HAWAIIAN STYLE – Our last dance of the year takes place on Friday, 5/29 from 5:30-8:30. Tickets go on sale tomorrow during both lunches in the pavilion. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. We will have door prizes throughout the evening. Signed parent permission slip is required to attend.
5. ATTENTION 6th & 7th GRADERS – Now’s the time if you want to be in next year’s Yearbook class to come and get an application from Miss Beal in room K-3. We need hard-working students to be computer techs, photographers, sales leaders and treasurers. If you think this is you, see Miss Beal now. All applications are due to Miss Beal by Friday, 5/22.
6. ATHLETES/PEP SQUAD PHYSICALS – Attention 8th graders: Dr. Bautista will be offering FREE PHYSICALS for athletes and pep squad members that are in need to participate in summer practice. This is also a good time for athletes participating in any fall sport (football, cross country, girls volleyball & girls golf). Physicals will be given Wednesday, May 20th beginning at 3:30 p.m. See Mrs. Brock in the office for a physical form.
7. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT that the office has your current mailing address and phone number. We are preparing our summer packets to mail home regarding our next school year. If you have a change in address or phone number, please bring the correct information to the office. Thanks for your help!
8. 8th GRADERS – Promotion is coming upon us fast. In order to participate in the end-of-the year school activities you must pay your library and textbook fines. A list of 8th grader’s overdue fines is posted in the library. Come in and check the list and EVERYONE needs to finish up your AR reading. There are only 3 weeks left to read library books.
9. THE LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL is Monday, 6/1-Thursday, 6/4. We will NOT have a late start on Wednesday, 6/3. School will start at 7:55 a.m. each of these days. Monday, 6/1 is a full day. Tuesday-Thursday, 6/2-6/4/09 are minimum days and school will be dismissed at 12:07 p.m.
10. 8th GRADE PROMOTION takes place on Thursday, 6/4 at 11:00 a.m. Students should dress appropriately as our dress code WILL BE ENFORCED. If you need a copy of the dress code, every teacher has copies in their classroom.
11. SPECIAL ELECTIVE CLASS – The ASB/Leadership class has two 7th grade member-at-large positions open. Please pick up the application in room G-1. See Ms. Morielli in room G-1 if you need help with the application or have questions.
12. PRIDE IN AMERICA DAY is coming on May 22nd.
1. PEACE POETRY CONTEST - Veterans for Peace is sponsoring a Peace Poetry contest. Write a poem about Peace; any style is possible. One student from each grade level will win a $50 prize and will be recognized during the Pride in America Day assembly. Turn in your poems to your Language Arts teacher. The deadline is Wednesday, 5/20.
2. VETERANS and/or active duty soldiers are invited to attend our Pride in America assembly starting at 10:00 a.m. Turn in any veteran’s name to Mrs. Ecklund in the office or to your 1st period teacher. We want to honor our local veterans and soldiers.
3. JAMBA JUICE – Students and staff can support Pride In America Day by purchasing a $4 pre-sale ticket for a medium Jamba Juice that will be delivered on May 22. Purchase your tickets at the attendance office window during lunch.
4. OUR PARKING LOT will be closed on the morning of this event. Please plan accordingly. If your parents drop you off for school, have them drop you off at the corner of 1st and A Streets and walk into our campus.
13. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – For more Information about microwaving plastics, see Miranda Pacheco and Rosie Perez.
14. TALENT SHOW – Students and staff who would like to participate in a fun event, please sign up for our 3rd annual talent show. The show is scheduled to take place June 3. If you have any questions, need more information, or a room to practice, please see Ms. Morielli in room G-1.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PRIDE IN AMERICA DAY – Please plan ahead. The FMS parking lot will be closed in the morning of Friday, 5/22 for Pride in America Day activities. There will be no cars allowed to park in the parking lot that morning. There will be one loop in and out of the gate to drop off students. If you can drop your son/daughter off before the stop sign at 1st and A streets and have them walk in to school, this will ease congestion into the school. Thank you for your support.
2. 8th GRADE PROMOTION – Promotion takes place on Thursday, 6/4/09 starting at 11:00 a.m. Please keep in mind that this event is very well attended. Plan ahead. Parking is limited. Once our parking lot is full, you will need to park in the surrounding neighborhoods and walk into the school. Our ceremony will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. so please plan accordingly.

Fillmore Middle School
Monday, 5/18/09
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 starts today. Start with period 1 and end with period 6!
2. SCHOOL RULES – Causing or attempting to cause injury to another person will result in a 3-5 day suspension.
3. CAREER LUNCH TOMORROW in room J-1 during 1st lunch. The speaker will be Ms. Singer who is an attorney. Please come meet Ms. Singer Esq. and find out how she decided to become an attorney and what she is practicing now.
4. PARTY GRANDE HAWAIIAN STYLE – Our last dance of the year takes place on Friday, 5/29 from 5:30-8:30. Tickets go on sale tomorrow during both lunches in the pavilion. The cost is $4.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door. We will have door prizes throughout the evening. Signed parent permission slip is required to attend.
5. ATTENTION 6th & 7th GRADERS – Now’s the time if you want to be in next year’s Yearbook class to come and get an application from Miss Beal in room K-3. We need hard-working students to be computer techs, photographers, sales leaders and treasurers. If you think this is you, see Miss Beal now. All applications are due to Miss Beal by Friday, 5/22.
6. ATHLETES/PEP SQUAD PHYSICALS – Attention 8th graders: Dr. Bautista will be offering FREE PHYSICALS for athletes and pep squad members that are in need to participate in summer practice. This is also a good time for athletes participating in any fall sport (football, cross country, girls volleyball & girls golf). Physicals will be given Wednesday, May 20th beginning at 3:30 p.m. See Mrs. Brock in the office for a physical form.
7. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT that the office has your current mailing address and phone number. We are preparing our summer packets to mail home regarding our next school year. If you have a change in address or phone number, please bring the correct information to the office. Thanks for your help!
8. 8th GRADERS – Promotion is coming upon us fast. In order to participate in the end-of-the year school activities you must pay your library and textbook fines. A list of 8th grader’s overdue fines is posted in the library. Come in and check the list and EVERYONE needs to finish up your AR reading. There are only 3 weeks left to read library books.
9. THE LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL is Monday, 6/1-Thursday, 6/4. We will NOT have a late start on Wednesday, 6/3. School will start at 7:55 a.m. each of these days. Monday, 6/1 is a full day. Tuesday-Thursday, 6/2-6/4/09 are minimum days and school will be dismissed at 12:07 p.m.
10. 8th GRADE PROMOTION takes place on Thursday, 6/4 at 11:00 a.m. Students should dress appropriately as our dress code WILL BE ENFORCED. If you need a copy of the dress code, every teacher has copies in their classroom.
11. SPECIAL ELECTIVE CLASS – The ASB/Leadership class has two 7th grade member-at-large positions open. Please pick up the application in room G-1. See Ms. Morielli in room G-1 if you need help with the application or have questions.
12. PRIDE IN AMERICA DAY is coming on May 22nd.
1. PEACE POETRY CONTEST - Veterans for Peace is sponsoring a Peace Poetry contest. Write a poem about Peace; any style is possible. One student from each grade level will win a $50 prize and will be recognized during the Pride in America Day assembly. Turn in your poems to your Language Arts teacher. The deadline is next Wednesday, 5/20.
2. WALL OF HONOR - If you have family members or close friends who are veterans, fill out a Wall of Honor certificate and return it to your first period of the day or Mrs. Wade by Monday, 5/18. These certificates have been given to your first period of the day teacher.
3. VETERANS and/or active duty soldiers are invited to attend our Pride in America assembly starting at 10:00 a.m. Turn in any veteran’s name to Mrs. Ecklund in the office or to your 1st period teacher. We want to honor our local veterans and soldiers.
4. JAMBA JUICE – Students and staff can support Pride In America Day by purchasing a $4 pre-sale ticket for a medium Jamba Juice that will be delivered on May 22. Purchase your tickets at the attendance office window during lunch.
5. OUR PARKING LOT will be closed on the morning of this event. Please plan accordingly. If your parents drop you off for school, have them drop you off at the corner of 1st and A Streets and walk into our campus.
13. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – For more Information about recycling plastic bottles, see Catilin McCall and Carissa Shropshire.
14. TALENT SHOW – Students and staff who would like to participate in a fun event, please sign up for our 3rd annual talent show. The show is scheduled to take place June 3. If you have any questions, need more information, or a room to practice, please see Ms. Morielli in room G-1.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PRIDE IN AMERICA DAY – Please plan ahead. The FMS parking lot will be closed in the morning of Friday, 5/22 for Pride in America Day activities. There will be no cars allowed to park in the parking lot that morning. There will be one loop in and out of the gate to drop off students. If you can drop your son/daughter off before the stop sign at 1st and A streets and have them walk in to school, this will ease congestion into the school. Thank you for your support.
2. 8th GRADE PROMOTION – Promotion takes place on Thursday, 6/4/09 starting at 11:00 a.m. Please keep in mind that this event is very well attended. Plan ahead. Parking is limited. Once our parking lot is full, you will need to park in the surrounding neighborhoods and walk into the school. Our ceremony will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. so please plan accordingly.

Fillmore Middle School
Friday, 5/15/09
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. ATHLETES/PEP SQUAD PHYSICALS – Attention 8th graders: Dr. Bautista will be offering FREE PHYSICALS for athletes and pep squad members that are in need to participate in summer practice. This is also a good time for athletes participating in any fall sport (football, cross country, girls volleyball & girls golf). Physicals will be given Wednesday, May 20th beginning at 3:30 p.m. See Mrs. Brock in the office for a physical form.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Causing or attempting to cause injury to another person will result in a 3-5 day suspension.
3. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT that the office has your current mailing address and phone number. We are preparing our summer packets to mail home regarding our next school year. If you have a change in address or phone number, please bring the correct information to the office. Thanks for your help!
4. 8th GRADERS – Promotion is coming upon us fast. In order to participate in the end-of-the year school activities you must pay your library and textbook fines. A list of 8th grader’s overdue fines is posted in the library. Come in and check the list and EVERYONE needs to finish up your AR reading. There are only 3 weeks left to read library books.
5. THE LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL is Monday, 6/1-Thursday, 6/4. We will NOT have a late start on Wednesday, 6/3. School will start at 7:55 a.m. each of these days. Monday, 6/1 is a full day. Tuesday-Thursday, 6/2-6/4/09 are minimum days and school will be dismissed at 12:07 p.m.
6. 8th GRADE PROMOTION takes place on Thursday, 6/4 at 11:00 a.m. Students should dress appropriately as our dress code WILL BE ENFORCED. If you need a copy of the dress code, every teacher has copies in their classroom.
7. SPECIAL ELECTIVE CLASS – The ASB/Leadership class is now accepting applications for the following 10 positions: ASB President, ASB Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, 8th grade President, Vice-President, Representative; 7th Grade President, Vice-President, Representative. Please pick up the application in room G-1. See Ms. Morielli in room G-1 if you need help with the application or have questions.
8. BOYS BASKETBALL PLAYERS – Please let Coach Alcantar know if you can make the potluck on Monday, June 1st from 4-6:30 p.m. and let him know what you plan to bring!
9. NEW ROTATION starts next Monday, 5/18 beginning with period 1 and ending with period 6.
10. PRIDE IN AMERICA DAY is coming on May 22nd.
1. PEACE POETRY CONTEST - Veterans for Peace is sponsoring a Peace Poetry contest. Write a poem about Peace; any style is possible. One student from each grade level will win a $50 prize and will be recognized during the Pride in America Day assembly. Turn in your poems to your Language Arts teacher. The deadline is next Wednesday, 5/20.
2. WALL OF HONOR - If you have family members or close friends who are veterans, fill out a Wall of Honor certificate and return it to your first period of the day or Mrs. Wade by Monday, 5/18. These certificates have been given to your first period of the day teacher.
3. VETERANS and/or active duty soldiers are invited to attend our Pride in America assembly starting at 10:00 a.m. Turn in any veteran’s name to Mrs. Ecklund in the office or to your 1st period teacher. We want to honor our local veterans and soldiers.
4. JAMBA JUICE – Students and staff can support Pride In America Day by purchasing a $4 pre-sale ticket for a medium Jamba Juice that will be delivered on May 22. Purchase your tickets at the attendance office window during lunch.
5. OUR PARKING LOT will be closed on the morning of this event. Please plan accordingly. If your parents drop you off for school, have them drop you off at the corner of 1st and A Streets and walk into our campus.
11. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – For more Information about nuclear waste, see Cristian Meza and Christian Moreno.
12. TALENT SHOW – Students and staff who would like to participate in a fun event, please sign up for our 3rd annual talent show. The show is scheduled to take place June 3. If you have any questions, need more information, or a room to practice, please see Ms. Morielli in room G-1.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. PRIDE IN AMERICA DAY – Please plan ahead. The FMS parking lot will be closed in the morning of Friday, 5/22 for Pride in America Day activities. There will be no cars allowed to park in the parking lot that morning. There will be one loop in and out of the gate to drop off students. If you can drop your son/daughter off before the stop sign at 1st and A streets and have them walk in to school, this will ease congestion into the school. Thank you for your support.
2. 8th GRADE PROMOTION – Promotion takes place on Thursday, 6/4/09 starting at 11:00 a.m. Please keep in mind that this event is very well attended. Plan ahead. Parking is limited. Once our parking lot is full, you will need to park in the surrounding neighborhoods and walk into the school. Our ceremony will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. so please plan accordingly.