Last Call for TK/Kindergarten Bootcamp!

🎒✨ Last Call for TK/Kindergarten Bootcamp! ✨🎒

Is your little one starting TK or Kindergarten this fall? Give them a head start with our fun, hands-on readiness program!

What your child will gain: 📚 Essential classroom routines & procedures 🤝 New friendships with future classmates 🌟 Confidence to start the school year strong

Final week: July 28 - August 1

Don't let your child miss this amazing opportunity to feel prepared and excited for their big school adventure!

📞 Call your neighborhood school TODAY for details and registration.

#TKReady #KindergartenPrep #BackToSchool #EarlyLearning

Binational Summer School Program

Fillmore Unified School District (FUSD) is again this year participating in the Binational Summer School Program. The program offers a culturally enriching and academically supportive environment for migrant students during the summer months. This unique program brings visiting teachers from Mexico to local schools, allowing students to engage in bilingual instruction that strengthens both their academic and language skills. Held primarily at Somis School, the program emphasizes cultural history, personalized learning, and the importance of educational continuity during the summer.

This summer, four dedicated teachers from Mexico are participating in the program. Teresita Llova leads instruction for Fillmore students at Somis School. Two additional teachers are stationed at Lemonwood School, while one more is working with students at El Rio School District. These teachers bring with them valuable cultural knowledge and teaching expertise that resonate with the students’ lived experiences, helping to create a meaningful and engaging summer learning experience.

2025 Summer Student Worker Program Technology Services Department

This year, the technology department received seven student workers. The goal was to create groups in these areas:

· Summer School and Classroom Support.

· District Office Device Preparation and Documentation.

· Network Update and Maintenance Support.

Activities include preparing student devices at Mountain Vista, inspecting and maintaining Intermediate Distribution Frame (IDF) closets, and graduating device deployment.

About The Summer Student Worker Program
The Fillmore Unified School District Summer Student Worker Program is a summer employment initiative designed to give currently enrolled students practical on‑the‑job training rather than pure volunteer service. It employs over 50 students each summer across various departments—such as grounds, maintenance, technology, food services, custodial, clerical, and the school farm—allowing them to build real-world work skills like time management and teamwork while contributing to the district. Students are paid at California’s minimum wage, meaning they earn money while gaining valuable experience.

Network Inspection

Network Inspection

Mountain Vista-Summer school support

Device preparation and deployment for Graduated students 2025

Summer School at San Cayetano Elementary

San Cayetano students gather attentively on the carpet as their teacher leads an engaging lesson fostering curiosity and collaboration.

A dedicated teacher’s assistant supports a student during math time, offering guidance and encouragement.

A San Cayetano student focused on a math problem at the interactive board, actively engaging in hands-on learning and problem-solving.

A group of summer school students at San Cayetano collaborate on a presentation sharing ideas as they bring their project to life through teamwork and discussion.

Summer School Learning & Fun at Mountain Vista Elementary and Fillmore High

Future coders in the making! Students in Ms. Stanford's class are exploring the world of coding during summer school.

Fifth graders filled the summer air with music as they practiced playing recorders during their summer school music class at Mountain Vista Elementary School.

Second graders proudly share their problem-solving strategies with Principal McDaniels during math time.

High school chemistry students finalize their written work before beginning a hands-on lab experiment in their summer school class.

City of Fillmore Recognize Student Athletes and Coaches

The City of Fillmore recognized the Fillmore High School Boys Baseball team for their CIF Championship and the Fillmore Middle School Girls Soccer team for earning Middle School League Champions. Fillmore Unified School District Superintendent Christine Schieferle, said, "Congratulations students and coaches for all of your athletic accomplishments!"

Dina Ticas Selected Principal, San Cayetano Elementary School

Dina Ticas, Principal, San Cayetano Elementary School

Degrees and Certifications/Credentials:

Bachelor’s Degree:
Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies, Biola University

Master’s degree:
Master of Education, STEAM Education, University of San Diego

California Credentials:

Clear Administrative Services Credential
Clear California Multiple Subject Credential; Supplementary Authorization in English, grades 9 and below; English Learner Authorization

Hello, my name is Dina Ticas. I am the only daughter of an immigrant mother, living out my quintessential American Dream. I began my career in education 25 years ago as a fourth grade teacher, just before the frenzy of Y2K, but my love for learning and education began in Kindergarten. My mother’s rallying phrase “You can lose everything, but you can’t lose your education” still rings in my mind. My husband of 28 years, Sam, and I have since added a few more phrases that we’ve passed on to our adult children: Katie, Mason, and Lazaro. Among them: “Live what you believe.” I believe deeply that family is everything and serving families in the public education setting is one of the best ways to invest my time and energy. My career has spanned from teaching grades K-6th, Math, and even Spanish. Most recently, I have served as an Assistant Principal at a school site of more than 800 students and 70 staff. I have a passion for the integration of content areas and for that reason I pursued a Masters of Education in S.T.E.A.M. Education after receiving my Bachelor's of Education in Liberal Studies. The direct impact that teachers and administrators had on my life inspires me to collaborate, problem solve, and support the vital work happening within classrooms. The moments in education that shifted the trajectory of my life as a student, educator, and administrator allowed me to experience the thriving in life that we all want for our students, our community, and ourselves as professionals. I am eager to work alongside the San Cayetano team and the Fillmore Unified School District.

Kayleigh Kelp Selected Principal, Rio Vista Elementary School

Kayleigh Kelp, Principal, Rio Vista Elementary School

Degrees and Certifications:
Bachelor’s Degree:
Bachelor of Arts in Special Education
Purdue University
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education
Purdue University

Master’s Degree:
Master of Arts in Educational Leadership
California State University Channel Islands

California Credentials:
Administrative Service Credential
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
English Language Learner Authorization

I am honored and excited to join the Fillmore Unified School District as the new Principal of Rio Vista Elementary School. Go Roadrunners!

I bring with me over a decade of experience in education. My journey began as an elementary teacher, working across a range of grade levels and student needs, which helped shape my understanding of effective instruction and student development. I then spent six years as a teacher and middle school Assistant Principal in Ventura County, followed by two years as an Elementary Assistant Principal in the Santa Cruz area. I’m thrilled to return to this area and serve the incredible students, families, and staff of Fillmore.

My leadership is grounded in five core values: integrity, relationships, efficiency, support, and empowerment. These principles guide my everyday work and help cultivate an environment where students and staff feel safe, respected, and valued. I’m especially passionate about restorative justice practices and promoting equity in education for students with special needs. I believe that strong partnerships with families, staff, and the broader community are essential to student success.

I hold dual Bachelor's degrees in Elementary Education and Special Education from Purdue University, and I earned my Master’s degree and Administrative Services Credential in Educational Leadership from California State University Channel Islands.

Outside of work, I enjoy hiking, traveling, creating art, and watching movies with my husband and our energetic puppy, Reggie.

I look forward to building strong relationships with our students, families, and staff. I’m truly proud to be part of the Fillmore Unified family and can’t wait for the great work we’ll do together.

Erin Sebek Selected Assistant Principal, Fillmore High School

Erin Sebek, Assistant Principal, Fillmore High School

Degrees and Certifications/Credentials:
Bachelor’s Degree:
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science – International Relations from the University of California, San Diego

Master’s Degree:
Master of Arts in Education from Pepperdine University

Doctorate Degree:
Doctorate in Educational Leadership (k-12) from California Lutheran University in progress – expected Spring 2028

California Credentials:
Administrative Services Credential
Single Subject Teaching Credential in Social Science with CLAD authorization

Ms. Sebek brings over two decades of exceptional educational leadership to this role, having served the Fillmore Unified School District since 2006. As Fillmore High School Department Chair for Social Studies, she has led a dynamic team of five educators while implementing professional learning communities and innovative curriculum strategies that have elevated student achievement across the department.

A respected educational leader, Ms. Sebek currently serves on Fillmore High School's Guiding Coalition, where she works on implementing comprehensive Multi-Tier Systems of Support in partnership with Solution Tree. Her commitment to educational excellence earned her recognition as Fillmore High School's Teacher of the Month in May 2023.

Ms. Sebek's passion for curriculum development shines through her work designing and implementing instruction for AP Psychology, World History, and AP European History. Her dedication to student success is further demonstrated by her role as AVID Site Coordinator from 2006-2016, which significantly increased Fillmore High School's acceptance rates to four-year colleges.

Her global perspective was enhanced when she was selected by the Transatlantic Outreach Program to represent California in Germany, bringing international educational insights back to our community.

Currently pursuing her Doctorate in K-12 Educational Leadership at California Lutheran University, Ms. Sebek holds a Master's in Education from Pepperdine University and a Bachelor's in Political Science with an emphasis in International Relations from UC San Diego. She has recently completed her Administrative Services Credential and holds certification as a Trauma Informed Specialist.

Cinda Francis Selected New Principal, Fillmore High School

Cinda Francis, Principal, Fillmore High School

Degrees and Certifications/Credentials:

Bachelor’s Degree:
Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies
Westmont College

Master’s Degree:
Master of Arts in Educational Leadership
Claremont Graduate University

California Credentials:
Administrative Services Credential
Single Subject Teaching Credential in Social Science with CLAD authorization

I am honored to serve as the new Principal of Fillmore High School, beginning next school year. My journey in education spans nearly three decades, all dedicated to serving the students and families of the Fillmore Unified School District since 1998.

My administrative career began in August 2019 when I transitioned to serve as Assistant Principal at Fillmore Middle School. In August 2021, I moved to Fillmore High School as Assistant Principal, and since 2022, I have specialized as the Assistant Principal over Curriculum and Instruction, focusing on academic excellence and instructional innovation.

My foundation in education was built in the classroom as a Social Studies teacher, where I developed a deep understanding of student learning and engagement. I proudly served as the Social Studies Department Chair.

Throughout my career, I have been committed to supporting diverse learners and developing fellow educators. I served as the AVID Coordinator, helping students develop college and career readiness skills. As the English Learner Site Lead, I championed programs to support our multilingual learners. My passion for educator development led me to serve as a New Teacher Mentor and as a PAR (Peer Assisted Review) Support Provider, working with teachers across K-12 to enhance instructional practices.

I earned my Bachelor's degree in Social Studies from Westmont College, where I developed my foundational knowledge in history, government, and social sciences. Recognizing the importance of educational leadership, I pursued and completed my Master's degree in Educational Leadership from Claremont Graduate University, preparing me for the administrative roles I have embraced.

With nearly 28 years of dedicated service to the Fillmore Unified School District, I bring deep institutional knowledge and an unwavering commitment to student success. I look forward to leading Fillmore High School into its next chapter of excellence in academics, arts, athletics, and activities. Together, we will strengthen our community partnerships and continue building on our proud tradition. Go Flashes!

Spring 2025 1st Team All-League Athletes & Coaches Recognized at Board Meeting

Staff recognized the 1st Team All-League athletes and coaches for spring 2025.

Baseball - 1st Team:
Santiago Avila
Miguel Rincon

Softball (Tied for 1st Place League Champions) - 1st Team:
Yesenia Hinojosa
Jennie Ponce
Kailyn Pineda
MVP Pitcher - Emma Estrella

Boys Track - 1st Team:
Saul Fraga (100, 400 Relay, Triple Jump)
Josiah Cruz
Joshua Felix
Nathan Hernandez
Anthony Tafoya (Shot Put, Discus)
Athlete of the Year - Saul Fraga
Athlete of the Year - Anthony Tafoya

Girls Track - 1st Team:
Kimberly Magana (100, 400 Relay)
Janessa Corona
Mia Munoz
Karinna Magana
Athlete of the Year - Kimberly Magana

Boys Volleyball - 1st Team:
Tim Michael Parcon