Proposed FUSD Trustee Area Redistricting Update [English/Spanish]

Timeline overview:

April 26 - Draft trustee maps posted online for public input

April 27- Enlarged draft maps will be displayed at the FUSD office, 627 Sespe Ave for public input

May 3- Public Hearing, School Board Meeting, 627 Sespe Ave., 6:30 p.m.

May 10- Community Forum, FUSD Office, 627 Sespe Ave., 6:00 p.m.

May 17th- Public Hearing, School Board Meeting, 627 Sespe Ave., 6:30 p.m.

Please see updated Redistricting Timeline at Fillmore Unified School District website By-Trustee Area Election System

Members of the public are invited to submit input to FUSD Superintendent Christine Schieferle at christine.schieferle@fillmoreusd.org.

Important Message from Superintendent Schieferle

Early this morning Piru residents received notification of a missing person who was deemed armed and dangerous in the city of Piru. FUSD is in contact with the Ventura County Sheriffs Department And has received confirmation that the suspect is in custody and there is no threat to any of our schools schools.

Additionally, we have received notice from our service provider that all school phone land lines are down. If families need immediate assistance, please reach school personnel by email. We will provide an update as soon as possible.

Virtual Family Conference [English/Spanish]

Virtual Family Conference.  Open to all families.  Presented in Spanish.  Saturday April 30, 2022, 8:30 am-12:30 pm.  Link: https://zoom.us/j/94441512132?pwd=RFU3N3VjbVQ3aHJIMGZlelorQnhFUT09

 

Conferencia Familiar Virtual.  Abierto a todas las familias.  Presentado en español.  Sábado 30 de abril de 2022, de 8:30 a.m. a 12:30 p.m.  Enlace:https://zoom.us/j/94441512132?pwd=RFU3N3VjbVQ3aHJIMGZlelorQnhFUT09 

Bomb Threat Update

Good evening parents,

This is Christine Schieferle, Superintendent, Fillmore Unified School District.

Thank you for your support and understanding during today’s alleged bomb threat at Fillmore High School. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Department concluded that the threat was not credible. We are continuing to work closely with law enforcement to monitor all social media accounts. Tomorrow, we will have an increased law enforcement presence in and around Fillmore High school. We ask that you partner with us and speak to your children regarding appropriate social media use and report any suspicious information to law enforcement or to school authorities immediately. We take all threats seriously and will continue to keep the safety of our students and staff a priority.

Christine Schieferle, Superintendent
Fillmore Unified School District

Ventura County Sheriff's Office Bomb Threat Media Release

The Fillmore Police Department conducted a multi-agency evacuation and search of Fillmore High School in response to a bomb threat.

At approximately 10:00 AM, the front office of the Fillmore High School received a bomb threat to the school’s campus. The high school’s staff immediately notified the School Resource Officers (SRO), who were able to coordinate with patrol deputies and the high school and Fillmore School District a safe evacuation of all students and staff within minutes of the threat.

Members of the Sherriff’s Bomb/Arson Unit, Fillmore Detectives, and Fillmore Patrol Deputies arrived to assist with a search of the school. Several K-9 Units assigned to surrounding law enforcement agencies also responded with K-9’s trained in bomb detection provided mutual aid for the search.

The responding units conducted an extensive search of the high school’s campus. The search teams found no evidence of bombs or suspicious items. The teams determined the school to be safe, and students were allowed to return to campus for their final classes.

The Fillmore School District worked closely with Fillmore Police Department to provide support and safety for the students during the evacuation. Fillmore School District staff and the Fillmore Police Department set up a central location for parents who wanted to pick up their children before the end of school.

The SRO’s close partnership with the high school and the school district staff allowed for the prompt response of patrol units and school support resources for the safety and care of the students. The Fillmore Police Department takes pride its relationship with the Fillmore School

District and its schools which led to an efficient and coordinated effort during this incident.

The investigation into the threats is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding the threats is encouraged to call the Fillmore Police Department or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at the below listed numbers.

Nature of Incident: Bomb Threat

Report Number: 22-44615

Location: Fillmore High School

Date & Time: 04/06/2022 10:00 AM

Unit(s) Responsible: Fillmore Patrol, Fillmore Detective Bureau, School Resource Officer Unit, Sheriff’s Bomb/Arson Unit, Several Police K-9 Units

Prepared by: Sergeant Will Hollowell

News Release Date: 04/06/2022

Media Follow-Up Contact: Fillmore Police Department, Deputy Jonathan Schnereger, (805) 524-2233

Fillmore School District: Fillmore Superintendent Christine Schieferle, (805) 524-6036

Approved by: Captain Jose Rivera

Ventura County Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 reward for information, which leads to the arrest and criminal complaint against the person(s) responsible for this crime. The caller may remain anonymous. The call is not recorded. Call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477).

Bomb Threat Cleared [English/Spanish]

Attention FHS Families, 

After a thorough search of the Fillmore High School campus by law enforcement, we have been notified that Fillmore High School has been cleared and there is no threat to students and staff. Students still on campus will return to classrooms and will be dismissed at 3:02 p.m., regular dismissal time.

Students will receive lunch on campus. Please know we take all threats seriously and will continue to work closely with law enforcement.

We appreciate your patience and understanding throughout this investigation.   

If you child needs to access counseling services, please contact Fillmore High School.  

Again, I thank all of our families and community for their patience.

Please know, we will always prioritize the safety of our students and staff.

Christine Schieferle, Superintendent,
Fillmore Unified School District

Atención familias de Fillmore High School,

Después de una búsqueda intensiva de la instalación de Fillmore High School por la policía, hemos sido notificados que Fillmore High School esta segura y no hay amenaza a estudiantes o empleados. Los estudiantes van a regresar al salón y van a ser despedidos a las 3:02 p.m., el tiempo regular de salida. Los estudiantes van a recibir lonche. Por favor sepan que tomamos todas amenazas seriamente y vamos a continuar a trabajar carcamente con la policía.

Les agradecemos por su paciencia durante la investigación. Si su estudiante necesita servicio de consejería, por favor contacte a Fillmore High School.

Gracias a todas nuestras familias y comunidad por su paciencia. Por favor sepan que la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y empleados es nuestra prioridad.

Bomb Threat Update

Good afternoon Fillmore High School Families.

This message is to clarify information. This morning, we received an anonymous phone call through Sprigio of a bomb threat at Fillmore High School. The sheriff’s department was immediately contacted and out of an abundance of caution all students and staff were evacuated to the FHS softball fields. All FHS families are continuing to receive phone updates through the district communication system. We are working closely with law enforcement to determine the credibility of the threat. Due the heat, we are releasing students to family members listed on the emergency cards. Families can pick up their students at the corner of Shiells Drive and 3rd street. Students have been provided water, snacks, and have access to pop up shades.

We thank you for your patience.

Christine Schieferle, Superintendent,

Fillmore Unified School District

Mentor Club and Beatification Day

This year, after returning to in-person learning, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County Mentor Club at Fillmore High School (FHS) decided to have a FHS Beautification Day on March 26, 2022. Beautification Day consisted of Fillmore students and community members picking up trash, rocks, raking leaves, painting the faded blue wood tables and faded walls, pruning rose bushes, and scraping gum from the campus sidewalks. Each year for the past ten years, the youth of the FHS Mentor Club have been creating one big community project for the student members to organize throughout the school year. Throughout the years, the projects they work on have been a beneficial learning experience for the youth in a variety of ways. They had the experience of working in a group and brainstorming ideas. Collectively they had peer discussions to resolve the logistics of the project. After they decided on the project, there was a list of "to-do" tasks that they divided among one another. The project was integrated into their community. Our youth present their project to city council members, school administrators, and local adult service clubs such as the Fillmore Lions and Rotary Club. All high school students and mentors had an opportunity to get involved with the community and make connections. Some students felt more confident planning, others speaking in public, and others working hands-on. As their supervisor, I see how they develop their social skills as they continue in the Mentor Club. Some of the benefits of volunteering in their community include the chance to network and meet new people, learn new skills and increase self-efficacy while making a positive impact in their community. The event was well attended by both students and community members. FHS students liked that their campus shined a little bit more than usual. Thank you to the Fillmore Lions and Rotary Club members who participated, the Fillmore Lions Club for sponsoring the pan dulce in the morning, and the pizza lunch. A BIG THANKS TO ALL THE FILLMORE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT (FUSD) STUDENTS that volunteered on a Saturday morning and to the FUSD for the cleaning supplies and continuous support.
Amelia Aparicio,
Program Site Manager,
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County

Janelle McCall To Attend HOBY Leadership Conference

Congratulations to Janelle McCall, who will be representing Fillmore High School at the 4 Day Sophomore HOBY Leadership conference at Cal Lutheran University. McCall said, "A leader to me doesn't mean to ‘take control’. It means to be relatable and to listen to others and see what they have to contribute. It means to gain trust and a connection with my peers."