Fillmore High School in collaboration with the Fillmore Fire Department offer students the opportunity to intern with the Fillmore Fire Department during the school year to gain some knowledge and understanding of the profession. In order for Fillmore High School students to participate in the program, which is overseen by Isela Larin, College and Career Technician, students must follow certain guidelines. Kelly Bullard, Kyle DeZavala, Tate Suttle, and Anthony Ventura were the cadets for the 2009-2010 school year.

Thank you for your inquiry on Grizzly. It is a pleasure to share my thoughts with you on this wonderful program. I have been recruiting young men and women to this program for 10 years and in the past have served as a mentor as well. I have also discouraged students from going and have offered other suggestions instead when I think it is not an appropriate option for them. For the record, I DO NOT recruit for any branch of the military and I have always been informed that the Grizzly staff does not recruit or advertise the military as a choice for students either. My only interest is to help students graduate from their high school and to help them with resources that will enable them to be successful in reaching their goals in their adult life.

The reasons why any youth would consider Grizzly vary based on their individual, personal or academic situation. In the end, it is up to the youth and their informed parent(s), to decide if this voluntary program is the right choice for the student. As a counselor, I review the academic history with students and parents, and hand out applications when inquiries are made. In many cases, students can also make the choice to improve their academic situation here at Fillmore High School by asking for help from their teachers and counselors, staying after school, completing their homework, studying for tests, or by enrolling at Sierra High School and/or taking additional courses through Ventura College.

The Grizzly Youth Academy is a very structured CONTINUED »

Mariah Perez

Even though it was spring break last week our athletes were still dedicated to their sport. Track had a meet against our rival, Santa Paula Cardinals. JV boys and girls both defeated Santa Paula, as well as our boys varsity; girls varsity however did lose to them. Boys volleyball had a game this week against Nordoff, JV lost 2-1 and varsity lost 3-0. Boys baseball also had games this week. JV and varsity played against Grace Brethren, JV won and varsity lost. They both also played against Nordoff, JV lost 1-0 and varsity had a double header winning both games 5-3 and 8-3. Softball had a game against Santa Paula and both JV and varsity dominated the Cardinals. Coming up is our Centennial Celebration, a dance celebrating 100 years of graduating classes. The event will take place April 10, 2010 from 6-10pm at the Fillmore High School gym. This event is open to the community, those who have graduated from Fillmore over the past 100 years, and of course their date. Tickets will be on sale Saturday, March 27th, in front of the high school. They will also be on sale march 29th-April 9th during school on campus and on weekends. Cost will be $20.00 which includes a t-shirt for the celebration. Also at the celebration seniors will be burying a time capsule. So seniors please come and bring an item to bury. We hope to see many of you there. This Friday, March 26th will be a movie night at the high school quad. Games start at 6pm and the movie that will be playing is “Up”, which will begin at 7pm. We hope to see the community and students get involved and come. Let’s Go Flashes…

The "S" Club of Fillmore High School is having their Spring Retreat Empower Yourself with Knowledge Tues. March 16, 2010 at Fillmore High School. The retreat is open to all students, parents and any one interested in attending this all day fun-filled, educational and informative retreat. Retreat fee is $12.00 per person. For questions and/or to register for the retreat please contact Mrs. Herrera. Must register by Sat. March 13, 2010. 805-524-4326 or magnoliares@sbcglobal.net.

Mariah Perez

Last week the Drama Club had a successful opening weekend. The first night the play sold out and people were turned away. There are two remaining weekends left so make sure you get a chance to see “Death and Nicotine.” Friday March 5th at 7:00pm and Saturday March 6th at 7:00pm are the two showing times this coming weekend. Cost is $5.00 for students and $7.00 for adults; you can also buy snacks and drinks for $1.00. Remember doors open at 6:30. I saw the play and personally I thought it was fabulous. Pennies for Patients was also a success. Many classes raised a good amount of money for this cause. ASB has not yet finished counting the boxes so stay tuned for next week to see who the winning class is. Renaissance Award night is Wednesday March 3rd at 7:00pm in the Sespe Auditorium at the District Office; we look forward to seeing you there. Fillmore High School Pep Squad has a competition this coming Saturday at Universal City Walk. They are competing to defend their two year title as State Champs. LET’S GO FLASHES…!

Mariah Perez

Last week was a successful week for our boy’s basketball team. They played against Villanova and Fillmore Varsity won 55-52. Our JV and Frosh teams also won. Varsity is 2nd in league and their first play-off game will be home Wednesday against St. Paul...Way to go Boys!!! Girls JV and Varsity Basketball played against St. Bonnie and Oaks Christian; both teams lost. Girls Varsity did however tie for 3rd in league and they play their first play-off game Thursday away at Carpentaria. Good Luck Girls and Coach Tafoya!!! Boy’s soccer also had a great week. Varsity beat Malibu 2-0 and Oak Park 3-2. The boys placed 2cd in league...Alright Flashes... JV also played against Malibu and Oak Park. They were able to pull off a win to Malibu 4-2, but lost to Oak Park 1-0. Girls Soccer beat Nordoff 3-2 and lost to Oak Park. Fillmore Pep Squad will be competing this Friday in Las Vegas against teams from all over. Good Luck Girls. "Death and Nicotine" an original play by Fillmore High School Drama teacher Josh Overton, opens Friday, February 26th at 7pm. Other showings are as follows: Saturday, February 27th at 7pm, Sunday,, February 28th at 2pm, Friday, March 5th at 7pm, Saturday, March 6th at 7pm, Friday, March 12th at 7pm, Saturday, March 13th at 7pm.

Ticket prices $5.00 for students $7.00 for adults. All tickets are sold at the door so get there when the doors open at 6:30!

Mariah Perez

Last week there were many sporting events that took place at FHS as well as other places. Boys soccer played against Carpentaria and Oaks Christian and lost to both teams. However, they also played against Malibu and Fillmore won 1-0. Fillmore also managed to defeat our rivals Santa Paula score 1-0 and tied 1-1. Girls soccer had several games against Carpentaria, Oaks Christian, and St. Bonnie; sadly they lost to all three teams. Girls basketball lost to La Reina with the score or 50-45 however, Fillmore won Villanova 50-48 and beat Nordhoff 59-55. Boys basketball played Bishop this week frosh and JV lost but Varsity won 60-42. They also played Nordhoff; all three teams lost. Varsity put up a great game with the score of 46-41. Fillmore High School pennies for patients project is taking places so parents give your children some loose change, anything helps. Keep up the good work coaches and Lets Go Flashes!!!

Mariah Perez

Last week several events took place at our high school. Fillmore high school pep squad had a competition and took third out of six. Girls basketball JV and Varsity had a amazing game against Saint Bonnie. However both teams lost by a short amount; JV 44-43, Varsity 55-52. Girls Varsity also had a game against Oak Park, sadly Fillmore lost. Boys Varsity basketball had an awesome week as well taking home three wins against Villanova, Grace Brethren, and our rivals Santa Paula. Way To Go Flashes!!! Boys varsity soccer played Oak park, Bishop Diego, and Malibu: Fillmore defeated all three schools. Great Job Boys! Girls Varsity soccer played against Oak Park, Nordhoff, and La Reina, however; Fillmore lost to all three schools. Fillmore High School also had another movie night Friday with the classic movie Grease. It ended up being a very successful night. Keep up the good work Flashes!

Last week we had many sporting events take place at Fillmore High School. Boys and girls soccer played Carpinteria last Wednesday; boys frosh lost 2-0, boys JV tied 1-1, and boys varsity lost 2-1. Girls soccer JV lost 3-1 and girls varsity lost 7-0 . They also played against Oaks Christian and boys varsity lost 2-1 and girls varsity lost 9-0. Girls Basketball played this week against La Reina; both teams won, Varsity 43-41 in overtime. Varsity girls also played Villanova this week and defeated them 60-49. As of now Varsity is 2-1 in league and JV is 1-1 in league. Boys Basketball played this week against Oak Park; all teams lost. Frosh and Varsity played later in the week against Grace Brothren, both teams won, the final score of the Varsity game was 74-43. Bishop Diego was their final game of the week; Frosh won, JV lost, and Varsity won 60-44. Wrestling also had a weekend match, please read next week for scores. The pep squad competed this Sunday in Long Beach against 6 teams from different counties. We came in first place and also took home Grand Champions which means that we had the highest score out of all the school teams at this competition. The formal was also a success. Students danced the entire night to DJ Divine from Q-1047. Lets go Flashes!!!

This week at the High School is celebrating homecoming! The theme this year is Dr. Seuss. On Monday the week was kicked off with a party at the bus garage. The week will be filled with dress up days for the students. Float Building will be going on all week starting at 3pm and going till 9pm at the Bus Garage. Each class has picked a specific Dr. Seuss book to be the theme of their float. On Friday the floats can be viewed by the public at 2:50pm during the Homecoming Parade. The parade route will start up at the high school and will end at central. Come out and support the classes. During the homecoming game king and queen will be announced. Voting for Class and Senior Court went on in the week prior. The Homecoming Dance will be held Saturday at the Boys and Girls Club. Ticket costs are $2 with ASB sticker; or $5 without sticker. The dance begins at 7 o’clock and ends at 11. Good Luck to all classes and the football team. Let’s have a fantastic week of school spirit!

On Wednesday, October 21, 2009 Fillmore High School Seniors will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from UC, CSU, community college, and private colleges and universities at the Second Annual Higher Ed Week at Fillmore High School during periods 1 and 3. College and university representatives will be here from Imperial Valley College; California State University Northridge; San Bernardino State University; San Marcos State University; San Diego State University; SDSU-Imperial Valley campus; Chico State University, University of California, Davis; UC Irvine; UC Riverside; UC San Diego; and UC Santa Cruz. Our local community colleges, Ventura, Moorpark, and Oxnard will also be represented.

Private colleges will include Point Loma Nazarene, University of San Diego, Cal Lutheran and Columbia College,
U.S. Forest Service as well as Southern California Consortium.

Many students will have representatives of their college choice here and it will give them an opportunity to ask specific questions about choosing a major, scholarships, campus, dorms, tour dates, academic requirements and paperwork they must complete in order to be accepted. Higher Ed Week emphasizes the importance of making an informed decision on where to attend college.

For more information on Higher Ed Week, please contact Fillmore High School Counselor Norma Perez-Sandford at 524-6107 or npsandford@fillmore.k12.ca.us

Norma Pérez-Sandford is a Counselor at Fillmore High School.

Megan Louth

Many congratulations to the Fillmore Flashes Football team on their victorious win over Bishop Diego this past Friday. The first home game of the football season is this Friday September 25! Be sure to come out and support the team and show your Flashes pride. The first Renaissance night of the school year is being held on Wednesday at a new venue; the Sespe Auditorium at the District Office. The theme this year is Renaissance Round Up, a flashback to the old west. Renaissance scholars from the past school year who reached a 3.5 and above will be honored. In other academic news, the high school exceeded their API goal from the previous year. We were supposed to reach a goal of 700 and accomplished a 725. Students will be recognized throughout the year with reward cards and an API Celebration Day is planned for the spring.

FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
1 Wednesday, August 19, 2009
PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: August 19, 1812 - The U.S. frigate Constitution, Old Ironsides, defeated the British ship Guerriere during the War of
1812.
LUNCH: Manager’s choice
ATHLETICS:
1. GIRLS VOLLEYBALL – Mandatory meeting TODAY at 3:30 in the gym.
CLUBS:
1. Mentor Program: Want to learn more about being a Big/Mentor to an elementary student? You can earn community hours or class credit.
Orientation meeting Friday @ lunch in Rm. 49. Bring your lunch.
STUDENTS:
1. SCHEDULE CHANGING PROCEDURE – Please DO NOT come INTO the office to change your schedule. Report to the ATTENDANCE
OFFICE WINDOW to sign up to see your counselor and wait to be called in. Please know that classes are VERY FULL, and you may not be
able to change.
2. Electronic equipment (cell phones, CD players, IPods, etc.) must be stored and turned off during class time and at school-time activities and
field trips or at any other time as directed by a district employee. If used at an after-school activity or field trip, the equipment must be used with
courtesy and not disrupt the activity. Equipment may be turned on and used during non-instructional time
such as before and after school or during nutrition and lunch breaks. They may not be turned
on or used during passing periods, which state law considers as instructional time. If disruption
occurs, an employee may direct the student to turn off the equipment and/or confiscate it until the end of the class period, school day or activity
or until a parent/guardian picks it up. Students are expected to use equipment in compliance with the Acceptable Use Agreement regarding use
of technology, which students and their parents have signed. Disruptive, discourteous, inappropriate or illegal use of the equipment could result
in disciplinary action including, but not limited to confiscation of the equipment, temporary or permanent loss of the privilege to have the
equipment at school or school activities, suspension, expulsion, or criminal charges. Students and parents are reminded that the school district
cannot assume responsibility for damage to or loss of a student’s electronic equipment. Thank you. ……...John Wilber, Principal…..
3. CAFETERIA NEWS:
No Shirt
No Shoes
No ID Card,
No Service!
This school year any student that is served a cafeteria meal will need to bring their student ID card with them. If you do
not bring your ID card you will have to wait until all the other students have been served and then you will go through a
special serving line.
The new Snack Shop will be opening by September! Stop by and check it out!
4. CONCERT BAND STUDENTS – Report to Rm. 19 at 3:30 for your 7th period band class.
5. Travel and adventure are just around the corner! Ms Hoffman is looking into organizing a trip to Paris in late May. You don’t need to speak
French to go and the opportunity is open to all FHS students. If you are interested in learning more about the trip, come to the meeting next
Thursday at lunch in room 60 (upstairs). It does cost money, and there are no scholarships. Details and handouts for you to bring home will be
provided.
6. A big THANK YOU from Ms. Hoffman and Mrs. Ramirez to the ASB students who helped pass out books during registration. If you volunteered
for us and did not receive your $5 “fine forgiveness coupon” from Ms. Hoffman, please come to the library and see her about it.
TEACHERS:
1. SCHEDULE ISSUES – If a student’s schedule shows your class, BUT you do not have them on your ROSTER, please send them to the office
immediately. Mrs. Ashim and Mrs. Sandford will see those students right away. Ask the student to tell the ATTENDANCE OFFICE personnel
that they are not on the roster.
2. If you are interested in teaching Saturday School - CAHSEE Math and English, please let Mrs. Green know ASAP.

FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
177 Wednesday, June 3, 2009
PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: June 3, 1965 - Maj. Edward White became the first U.S. astronaut to walk in space, during the Gemini 4 mission.
LUNCH: Manager’s choice
ATHLETICS:
1. ALL SPORTS TEAMS – team photos are ready for pickup at KSSP Studios.
STUDENTS:
1. YEARBOOKS – purchase one in the Student Store. Take receipt to Mrs. Green to pick up book.
2. Fillmore High School will be offering a CAHSEE Language Arts Class, CAHSEE Math Class, a Credit Recovery Class, and a Migrant PASS
Program Class during the summer. These classes will run from June 9th until July 2nd and will start at 8:00 a.m. and end at 11:25 a.m.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided at San Cayetano School. Buses will transport student home from San Cayetano School at 12:10 p.m.
Students enrolled in the CAHSEE classes will be able to take the CAHSEE exam during the third week of July. Please turn in your Notice of
Summer School letter to Mr. Torres or Ms. Green.
3. There are 5 summer school student tutor positions available for 10th or 11th grade students. You may earn 5 TA credits. If you are interested,
see Mrs. Green.
4. Art Club is selling autograph books for $5. See any art club member or come to room 34 to buy one.
5. PROM PICTURES are ready for pick up at KSSP Photography.
6. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR LOCKERS ARE CLEANED OUT BY THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL – PE and Hall Lockers.
Anything left in the lockers will be thrown away.
7. Ventura College East Campus is holding its 4th Annual Summer Bridge Program for students in the classes of 2010 and 2011.
This free program is from July 6 - 9 and includes trips to six colleges, including CLU, UCSB and CSUN. There are only 10 spots
available for FHS students. See Ms. Norma for an application. Completed applications are due back by this Thursday at noon.
8. Want to learn more about starting your own business and how to be successful at it? The Ventura County Small Business Development Center
is putting on its 2nd annual Youth Business and Leadership Academy July 13, 14 and 15 at Ventura College East Campus in Santa Paula. The
academy will focus on business strategy, marketing and leadership skills. These interactive sessions will be taught by real entrepreneurs and
business consultants with guest speakers who are successful business people within our local community. For a registration packet see Ms.
Norma ASAP.
TEACHERS:
1. TRASH DUMPTERS – Trash dumpsters are available (Science and Arts Buildings and West Wing) for disposal of extra classroom trash.
Please have students carry the trash to the dumpsters rather than setting the trash by the doors. Thank you………..from the custodial
staff!
2. Club & Class Advisors – A copy of the 2009-10 Club and Class Advisor packet has been put in your box. Please look over and complete as
soon as possible. If you are a club or class advisor and didn’t receive one, please let Mrs. Green know.
Congratulations to the following students for winning Friday’s election to next year’s ASB!
Class of 2012
President Taylor Burhoe
Vice President Anissa Magdaleno
Secretary Leticia Velasco
Treasurer Alejandra Amezcua
Senators Vivian Calderon
A. Esperanza Ocegueda
Class of 2011
President Alondra Gaytan
Vice President Chloe Keller
Secretary Heidi Hinklin
Treasurer Jazzlyn Gonda
Senators Luz Morones
Class of 2010
President Amanda Hernandez
Vice President Janelle Burningham
Secretary Alexis Rosales
Treasurer Melissa Garibay
Senators Cory Carrillo
Eddie Gutierrez
Veronica Ocegueda
FINALS SCHEDULE:
Wednesday, June 3 – Periods 3 & 4;
Thursday, June 4th – Periods 5 & 6.
The Bardsdale & Grand Ave. busses will leave at 1:00; the Piru
busses will leave at 1:30.
SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change -
only the periods change each day.

FILLMORE HIGH SCHOOL
176 Tuesday, June 2, 2009
PATRIOTIC OBSERVANCE: June 2, 1924 - Congress granted U.S. citizenship to all American Indians.
LUNCH: Manager’s choice
ATHLETICS:
1. ALL SPORTS TEAMS – team photos are ready for pickup at KSSP Studios.
2. Boys’ Basketball: Mandatory meeting for all boys interested in participating in basketball this summer and next season right after final exams
(12:15) on Tuesday, June 2nd in room 50. Meeting will be short. Don’t be late. Coach Sebek
3. GOLF LUNCHEON – All boys golf members meet in Mr. Dollar’s Rm. #31 at 12:45 on Tuesday for your Golf Awards Ceremony.
JUNIORS:
1. ARCH BEARERS ONLY - Mandatory graduation practice TUESDAY at 1:00 p.m. If you do not show up, you will be replaced!
SOPHOMORES:
1. Class of 2011Class Officers - meeting TODAY at 12:15 in the Student Store.
STUDENTS:
1. YEARBOOKS – purchase one in the Student Store. Take receipt to Mrs. Green to pick up book.
2. Fillmore High School will be offering a CAHSEE Language Arts Class, CAHSEE Math Class, a Credit Recovery Class, and a Migrant PASS
Program Class during the summer. These classes will run from June 9th until July 2nd and will start at 8:00 a.m. and end at 11:25 a.m.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided at San Cayetano School. Buses will transport student home from San Cayetano School at 12:10 p.m.
Students enrolled in the CAHSEE classes will be able to take the CAHSEE exam during the third week of July. Please turn in your Notice of
Summer School letter to Mr. Torres or Ms. Green.
3. There are 6 summer school student tutor positions available for 10th or 11th grade students. You may earn 5 TA credits. If you are interested,
see Mrs. Green.
4. Art Club is selling autograph books for $5. See any art club member or come to room 34 to buy one.
5. PROM PICTURES are ready for pick up at KSSP Photography.
6. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR LOCKERS ARE CLEANED OUT BY THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL – PE and Hall Lockers.
Anything left in the lockers will be thrown away.
7. IF YOU ARE ENROLLED IN A P.A.S.S. CLASS SATURDAY'S AT THE MIDDLE SCHOOL, SEE MRS. IBARRA IN THE
ATTENDANCE OFFICE ASAP. YOU MUST FINISH THE CLASS YOU ARE CURRENTLY WORKING ON BEFORE SCHOOL
STARTS IN AUGUST IF YOU WANT CREDIT!
8. Ventura College East Campus is holding its 4th Annual Summer Bridge Program for students in the classes of 2010 and 2011. This free
program is from July 6 - 9 and includes trips to six colleges, including CLU, UCSB and CSUN. There are only 10 spots available for FHS
students. See Ms. Norma for an application. Completed applications are due back by this Thursday at noon.
TEACHERS:
1. TRASH DUMPTERS – Trash dumpsters are available (Science and Arts Buildings and West Wing) for disposal of extra
classroom trash. Please have students carry the trash to the dumpsters rather than setting the trash by the doors. Thank
you………..from the custodial staff!
2. Club & Class Advisors – A copy of the 2009-10 Club and Class Advisor packet has been put in your box. Please look over and complete as
soon as possible. If you are a club or class advisor and didn’t receive one, please let Mrs. Green know.
FINALS SCHEDULE:
Tuesday, June 2 – Periods 1 & 2; Wednesday, June 3 – Periods 3
& 4; Thursday, June 4th – Periods 5 & 6.
We will have MINIMUM DAYS on those days.
The Bardsdale & Grand Ave. busses will leave at 1:00; the Piru busses
will leave at 1:30.
SEMESTER FINALS - MINIMUM DAY
Length Start End
Per. 1, 3, 5 2:00 7:55 AM 9:55 AM
Break 0:10 9:55 AM 10:05 AM
Pass 0:05 10:05 AM 10:10 AM
Per. 2, 4,6 2:00 10:10 AM 12:10 PM
Times do not change -
only the periods change each day.