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

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

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

PARENT INFORMATION

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

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

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

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

PARENT INFORMATION

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

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

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

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

PARENT INFORMATION

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

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

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

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

PARENT INFORMATION

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

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

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

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

PARENT INFORMATION

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

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

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

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

PARENT INFORMATION

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

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

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

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

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

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

PARENT INFORMATION

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

Fillmore Middle School
Wednesday, 12/17/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. HOLIDAY RALLY is this Thursday. All students who wish to participate in the games must sign up with Ms. Morielli in room G-1. The colors of our holiday rally are: 6th graders wear red, 7th graders wear black, 8th graders wear white and green for participating staff. The class with the most holiday color earns 500 points towards the rally points. All game participants must wear their grade color in order to participate.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Engaging in harassment, threats or intimidation against students or school personnel will result in a 1-3 day suspension.
3. WINTER BREAK INFO – Minimum day on Friday, 12/19/08. Students will be released at 12:07 p.m. Break runs 12/20/08 through 1/5/09. Students return to school on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009.
4. LUNCH INFO – When students return to school on January 6th after the 2-week winter break, we will be switching lunches. 7th & 8th graders will attend 1st lunch (11:15-11:55) and 6th graders will attend 2nd lunch (12:10-12:50).
5. MINIMUM DAY BUS SCHEDULE – On Friday, 12/19 our busses will transport students home starting at 1:00 p.m. EXCEPT for the Bardsdale bus which will pick up students at 12:45 p.m.
6. YEARBOOK INFO –This is your last chance to get your name on your yearbook. See Miss Beal in K-3. Cost is still only $40.00.
7. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Do not spray pesticides on your garden. Use natural bugs instead. Se Amairani Valdivia for more information.

PARENT INFORMATION

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

Fillmore Middle School
Tuesday, 12/16/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. HOLIDAY RALLY is this Thursday. All students who wish to participate in the games must sign up with Ms. Morielli in room G-1. The colors of our holiday rally are: 6th graders wear red, 7th graders wear black, 8th graders wear white and green for participating staff. The class with the most holiday color earns 500 points towards the rally points. All game participants must wear their grade color in order to participate.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Be on time to school every day! Our first bell rings at 7:55 a.m. and you need to be in your seat and ready to work at 8:00 a.m.
3. WINTER BREAK INFO – Minimum day on Friday, 12/19/08. Students will be released at 12:07 p.m. Break runs 12/20/08 through 1/5/09. Students return to school on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009.
4. LUNCH INFO – When students return to school on January 6th after the 2-week winter break, we will be switching lunches. 7th & 8th graders will attend 1st lunch (11:15-11:55) and 6th graders will attend 2nd lunch (12:10-12:50).
5. MINIMUM DAY BUS SCHEDULE – On Friday, 12/19 our busses will transport students home starting at 1:00 p.m. EXCEPT for the Bardsdale bus which will pick up students at 12:45 p.m.
6. IF YOU RECEIVED a pink sheet entitled Parent Permission to Use Photos/Video Image of Student, this sheet needs to be signed and returned immediately. You may be excluded from some activities if you do not return this form. You can pick up another copy of the form in the front office.
7. YEARBOOK INFO – Hey you – yeah, you! I hear you don’t have your yearbook yet. Go get it tomorrow – yeah, tomorrow! Don’t wait! This is your last chance to get your name on your book. If you snooze, you lose so get over to the yearbook table or see Miss Beal in K-3. Cost is still only $40.00.
8. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Talk to Yessenia Garcia and Miguel Garcia about local beach cleanup.

PARENT INFORMATION

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

Fillmore Middle School
Monday, 12/15/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. HOLIDAY RALLY is this Thursday. All students who wish to participate in the games must sign up with Ms. Morielli in room G-1. The colors of our holiday rally are: 6th graders wear red, 7th graders wear black, 8th graders wear white and green for participating staff. The class with the most holiday color earns 500 points towards the rally points. All game participants must wear their grade color in order to participate.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Be on time to school every day! Our first bell rings at 7:55 a.m. and you need to be in your seat and ready to work at 8:00 a.m.
3. WINTER BREAK INFO – Minimum day on Friday, 12/19/08. Students will be released at 12:07 p.m. Break runs 12/20/08 through 1/5/09. Students return to school on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009.
4. LUNCH INFO – When students return to school on January 6th after the 2-week winter break, we will be switching lunches. 7th & 8th graders will attend 1st lunch (11:15-11:55) and 6th graders will attend 2nd lunch (12:10-12:50).
5. MINIMUM DAY BUS SCHEDULE – On Friday, 12/19 our busses will transport students home starting at 1:00 p.m. EXCEPT for the Bardsdale bus which will pick up students at 12:45 p.m.
6. IF YOU RECEIVED a pink sheet entitled Parent Permission to Use Photos/Video Image of Student, this sheet needs to be signed and returned immediately. You may be excluded from some activities if you do not return this form. You can pick up another copy of the form in the front office.
7. YEARBOOK INFO – Hey you – yeah, you! I hear you don’t have your yearbook yet. Go get it tomorrow – yeah, tomorrow! Don’t wait! This is your last chance to get your name on your book. If you snooze, you lose so get over to the yearbook table or see Miss Beal in K-3. Cost is still only $40.00.
8. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Talk to Yessenia Garcia and Miguel Garcia about local beach cleanup.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

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

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. WINTER BREAK INFO – Minimum day on Friday, 12/19/08. Students will be released at 12:07 p.m. Break runs 12/20/08 through 1/5/09. Students return to school on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2009.
2. LUNCH INFO – When students return to school on January 6th after the 2-week winter break, we will be switching lunches. 7th & 8th graders will attend 1st lunch (11:15-11:55) and 6th graders will attend 2nd lunch (12:10-12:50).
3. SCHOOL RULES – Engaging in harassment, threats or intimidation against students or school personnel will result in a 1-3 day suspension.
4. MINIMUM DAY BUS SCHEDULE – On Friday, 12/19 our busses will transport students home starting at 1:00 p.m. EXCEPT for the Bardsdale bus which will pick up students at 12:45 p.m.
5. IF YOU RECEIVED a pink sheet entitled Parent Permission to Use Photos/Video Image of Student, this sheet needs to be signed and returned immediately. You may be excluded from some activities if you do not return this form. You can pick up another copy of the form in the front office.
6. YEARBOOK INFO – Hey you – yeah, you! I hear you don’t have your yearbook yet. Go get it tomorrow – yeah, tomorrow! Don’t wait! This is your last chance to get your name on your book. If you snooze, you lose so get over to the yearbook table or see Miss Beal in K-3. Cost is still only $40.00.
7. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Use less gasoline; plan your errands to make just one trip to the store. See Jaime Valdovinos and Noe Magana for more information.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

Fillmore Middle School
Thursday, 12/11/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. COLORGUARD MEETING today after school in the band room.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Engaging in harassment, threats or intimidation against students or school personnel will result in a 1-3 day suspension.
3. IF YOU RECEIVED a pink sheet entitled Parent Permission to Use Photos/Video Image of Student, this sheet needs to be signed and returned immediately. You may be excluded from some activities if you do not return this form. You can pick up another copy of the form in the front office.
4. LUNCH INFO – When students return to school on January 6th after the 2-week winter break, we will be switching lunches. 7th & 8th graders will attend 1st lunch (11:15-11:55) and 6th graders will attend 2nd lunch (12:10-12:50).
5. YEARBOOK INFO – Hey you – yeah, you! I hear you don’t have your yearbook yet. Go get it tomorrow – yeah, tomorrow! Don’t wait! This is your last chance to get your name on your book. If you snooze, you lose so get over to the yearbook table or see Miss Beal in K-3. Cost is still only $40.00.
6. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Avoid throwing trash on roads and freeways; use a trash bag in your car. See Salvador Lopez for more information.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

Fillmore Middle School
Wednesday, 12/10/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. SCRAPBOOKING CLUB MEETING today during lunch in Mrs. Wohlers’ classroom (B-1) where members will receive instructions for today’s yearbook club photo which is being taken during 3rd period.
2. SCHOOL RULES – Causing or attempting to cause damage to school property will result in a 3-day suspension.
3. COME HEAR THE BAND tonight from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the FMS gym. You are in for a treat!
4. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Recycling plastic water bottles protects the Earth. See Laura Garnica for more information.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

Fillmore Middle School
Tuesday, 12/9/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. COME HEAR THE BAND perform on Wednesday, 12/10 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the FMS gym. You are in for a treat!
2. SCHOOL RULES – Causing or attempting to cause damage to school property will result in a 3-day suspension.
3. CAREER LUNCH TODAY in room J-1 during second lunch. Come and meet Diane Galvan who is a Laboratory Technician. Germs, Germs, Germs – she deals with them on a daily basis. Ever had your blood drawn? Know what happens after the blood leaves your body for a tube? Then what happens? Come tomorrow and find out answers to these questions.
4. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – Ask Courtney Salazar about groundwater pollution.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

Fillmore Middle School
Monday, 12/8/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. COME HEAR THE BAND perform on Wednesday, 12/10 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the FMS gym. You are in for a treat!
2. SCHOOL RULES – Possession of any controlled substance, alcoholic beverage or intoxicant of any kind will result in a 3-5 day suspension for the first offense.
3. BATTLE OF THE BANDS – ASB is looking for bands to sign up for our next rally on Dec. 18th to participate in the “Battle of the Bands”. Please sign up in room G-1.
4. GREAT ESCAPE II will be awarded to students who have earned a GPA of 3.4 and above for 2nd quarter. It’s not too late! Turn in your homework and score well on your tests. Good luck!
5. CAREER LUNCH TOMORROW, 12/9 in room J-1 during second lunch. Come and meet Diane Galvan who is a Laboratory Technician. Germs, Germs, Germs – she deals with them on a daily basis. Ever had your blood drawn? Know what happens after the blood leaves your body for a tube? Then what happens? Come tomorrow and find out answers to these questions.
6. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – See Alejandra Landeros about protecting Channel Island’s bald eagles.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

Fillmore Middle School
Friday, 12/5/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. CAREER LUNCH TODAY in room J-1 during second lunch. Come and meet Erik Johnson who is a commercial airline pilot. Learn what really goes on behind the cockpit door of a big, commercial airplane, like the ones that fly out of LAX! It is definitely not like the movies!
2. SCHOOL RULES – Possession of any controlled substance, alcoholic beverage or intoxicant of any kind will result in a 3-5 day suspension for the first offense.
3. 8th GRADERS – Reminder that in order to participate in our 8th grade promotion you must have a cumulative 2.0 GPA over all four quarters. A letter was already mailed to your parents explaining this policy last week.
4. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – See Paula Lerma and David Cabral for more information about air pollution.
5. THE FILLMORE TEEN DROP-IN CENTER is now open Monday-Thursdays from 3-6:30 p.m. and it is located at the Trinity Episcopal Church at the corner of 2nd & Saratoga Streets. You can participate with homework help, cooking classes, yoga classes and other fun activities.
6. SCHOOL SPIRIT – TODAY is the last day to order your FMS T-shirt. Cost is only $12.00 and the shirts are black with royal blue lettering. Order one as a gift, get one for your parents, wear them anywhere! See the yearbook table at lunch or Miss Beal in K-3 and order your shirt!

PARENT INFORMATION

1. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us

Fillmore Middle School
Thursday, 12/4/08
General Info 524-6055; Attendance 524-6065; Health Office 524-6059.

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

STUDENT INFORMATION

1. CAREER LUNCH TOMORROW, 12/5 in room J-1 during second lunch. Come and meet Erik Johnson who is a commercial airline pilot. Learn what really goes on behind the cockpit door of a big, commercial airplane, like the ones that fly out of LAX! It is definitely not like the movies!
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. LOST GLASSES – A pair of prescription glasses has been turned in to Mrs. Brock. Describe to claim them.
4. 8th GRADERS – Reminder that in order to participate in our 8th grade promotion you must have a cumulative 2.0 GPA over all four quarters. A letter was already mailed to your parents explaining this policy last week.
5. EARTH DAY IS EVERY DAY – See Brandy Nisbet about protecting the amazing coral reefs of the world.
6. THE FILLMORE TEEN DROP-IN CENTER is now open Monday-Thursdays from 3-6:30 p.m. and it is located at the Trinity Episcopal Church at the corner of 2nd & Saratoga Streets. You can participate with homework help, cooking classes, yoga classes and other fun activities.
7. SCHOOL SPIRIT – Show the town your spirit and Fillmore pride! Order your Fillmore T-shirt by 12/5. Cost is only $12.00 and the shirts are black with royal blue lettering. Order one as a gift, get one for your parents, wear them anywhere! See the yearbook table at lunch or Miss Beal in K-3 and order your shirt!
8. DEAR JEAN MARIE – Have a problem, need a solution? Have a questions, need and answer? Write to Jean Marie.
9. POETRY – Have a poem you would like to share? Submit your poem to The Doghouse for publication.

PARENT INFORMATION

1. ANY PARENT who wishes to participate in our school’s newspaper by writing an interesting article or poetry, sharing a favorite recipe, or submitting photos of our school events, please contact Ms. Morielli in room G-1 or email her at: amorielli@fillmore.k12.ca.us