This week is National School Counseling Week, and we are so grateful for our amazing counseling team at Rio Vista! A huge thank you to Ms. Ibarra, our incredible school counselor, and her wonderful interns Mr. Hughes and Ms. Gonzales for the care, compassion, and support they provide our students every day. Our school is a better place because of you! Posted on February 3, 2026, at 3:46p.m. courtesy https://www.facebook.com/Rio-Vista-Elementary-433256753864582.

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In celebration of National School Counseling Week, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our school counselor, Mrs. Fuentes, for her unwavering support of our students and staff. From supporting students’ academic success and social-emotional well-being to advocating for families and providing guidance during life’s challenges, she does it all with compassion and care. Her big heart for counseling and commitment to every student makes her an incredible advocate and an essential part of our school community. Posted February 5 at 9:21p.m. courtesy https://www.facebook.com/Piru-Elementary-270636636902397.

Sierra High School and Heritage Valley Independent Study would like to recognize, our incredible counselor Jackie, in celebration of National School Counseling Week. She truly cares about our students and consistently goes above and beyond to support them. We are so grateful for the compassion and dedication she brings to our school community. Posted on February 12, 2026, at 12:43p.m. courtesy https://www.facebook.com/FUSDWarriors.

Fillmore Middle School Principal Jenny Plugge said, “We want to celebrate our students of the week for February 6th. Alexx Alanis-Martinez, Lupita Lara, and Steven Dominguez. Congratulations to these Bulldogs for demonstrating Bulldog Pride.”

Rio Vista Elementary School Principal Kayleigh Kelp said, “January’s Roadrunner Character Trait Winners showed what perseverance looks like in action! From tackling tough assignments to staying positive through challenges, these students remind us that effort and resilience truly matter. Way to go, Roadrunners! Beep! Beep!”

Fillmore Middle School Principal Jenny Plugge said, “We want to celebrate our students of the week for January 30th. Marco Romero, Melanie Briceno, and Esteban Suarez Ceja (not pictured). Congratulations to these Bulldogs for demonstrating Bulldog Pride.

FILLMORE — Student creativity from across the Fillmore Unified School District will be on full display at the 3rd Annual Fillmore Student Art Show, featuring artwork from Piru Elementary School, Fillmore Middle School, and Fillmore High School. The exhibition will be hosted at the Cole Creativity Center and Amote Gallery at the Santa Paula Art Museum, celebrating the artistic talents of students at all grade levels.
The show will open with a public Opening Reception on Friday, January 30, from 5 to 6 p.m., where families, friends, and community members are invited to meet the artists and view the collection. Adding to the evening’s significance, scholarship awards sponsored by the Santa Paula Society of the Arts will be presented to selected student artists in recognition of their achievement and dedication to the arts.
Student work featured in the exhibition includes pieces created under the guidance of Ms. Silva at Piru Elementary School, Ms. Reyes-Gonzales at Fillmore Middle School, and Mr. Torres at Fillmore High School. The artwork spans a wide range of media and themes, highlighting the progression of artistic skill and creative expression from elementary through high school.
The exhibition will remain on view through Sunday, March 1, 2026, which will serve as the final viewing day. The annual event continues to grow as a meaningful collaboration between local schools and the Santa Paula Art Museum, providing young artists with a professional gallery experience and reinforcing the importance of arts education in the community.

School Board Appreciation Month honors the dedication and hard work of volunteer school board members who set district vision, approve budgets, and create policies to support student success. Superintendent Schieferle said, “January is School Board Appreciation Month, and I would like to recognize our Governing Board for their tireless efforts in setting the vision and direction for our school district. Our board works year-round with district staff and administration to ensure that we are improving outcomes district-wide for our students. Thank you, trustees. You play an integral role in improving our educational system and we appreciate your dedication and commitment to our students, teachers, families, and staff.” Courtesy https://www.blog.fillmoreusd.org/fillmore-unified-school-district-blog/7....

Mrs. Myers’ 2nd graders make snow people from socks and rice. Mountain Vista Elementary Principal Christine McDaniels said, “Wildcats are creative!” Courtesy https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1428890932570666&set=a.501835941....