Say Thank You to School Employees

FUSD Community,
Please see the message below from Dr. Cesar Morales, County Superintendent.

We welcome our community to show their gratitude to our amazing FUSD employees by sending a message of thanks.  

Thank you to all FUSD staff for supporting our students! We appreciate you!

Thank you,
Christine Schieferle, Superintendent  

Say Thanks to School Employees.

Ventura County education employees are going above and beyond to keep schools operating during the pandemic. And "thank you" is something they don't hear often enough.

That's why Ventura County Superintendent of Schools, Dr. César Morales, is encouraging everyone in the community to send a message of thanks to a school employee and email it to news@vcoe.org. We'll highlight some of the messages on our website and social media. So please take a minute to write a note to that special someone who's making a difference for kids.

You can also read Dr. Morales's own message of gratitude to school employees at https://www.vcoe.org/news/ArticleID/5248/Giving-Thanks-to-Our-Amazing-School-Employees

Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Ages 5 to 11, January 25, 2022 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. [English/Spanish]

Pfizer vaccine available for your child age 5 to 11 years.

Fillmore Unified School District , Room 28
627 Sespe Ave.
Fillmore, CA 93015

Tuesday, January 25, 2022
2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Bring proof of age and immunization card. For children 5 to 11 years of age, a parent or legal guardian must accompany the minor to the vaccination site, provide verification of identity and relationship, and give verbal consent for the minor to be vaccinated.

Each child must have their individual appointment. Schedule your child’s appointment at: https://myturn.ca.gov/?config=09620338-9a61-44d0-bd1c-3945d648c2c1

Update #4 Bomb Threat Information [English/Spanish]

Dear FHS Families,
After a thorough search of the Fillmore High School campus and adjacent buildings 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.

Please know we take all threats seriously and will continue to work closely with law enforcement.

If students need to return to school to gather their belongings, they can return to campus after dismissal.

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.

Thank you,
Christine Schieferle, Superintendent

 

Estimadas familias del districto unificado del Fillmore.

Después de una búsqueda minuciosa de la Escuela Secundaria de Fillmore y los edificios por alrededor por parte de la policía, se nos notificó que la Escuela Secundaria de Fillmore ha sido despejada y que no hay amenaza para los estudiantes ni para el personal. Los estudiantes que aún estén en la escuela regresarán a los salones y saldrán a las 3:02 p. m., hora de salida habitual.

Tengan en cuenta que tomamos en serio todas las amenazas y continuaremos trabajando en colaboración con nuestros oficiales de policia.

Si los estudiantes necesitan regresar a la escuela para recoger sus pertenencias, pueden regresar a la escuela después de la hora de salida.

Agradecemos su paciencia y comprensión a lo largo de esta investigación.

Si su hijo o hija necesita acceder a los servicios de asesoramiento, comuníquese con la Escuela Secundaria de Fillmore.

Nuevamente, agradezco a todas nuestras familias y comunidad por su paciencia.

Tenga en cuenta que siempre priorizaremos la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes y personal.

Gracias,
Christine Schieferle, Superintendent

Update #3 Bomb Threat Information [English/Spanish]

FHS Families,

We continue to work closely with law enforcement and will continue to provide updates to families through voice messages and through social media.

As of 1:25 p.m., all Students and staff remain safely evacuated at the FHS baseball field.

Students have received snacks, water and have availability to restrooms.

Parents/guardians listed on the emergency card still have the option of personally picking up their child at the FHS baseball field.

We will continue to provide regular updates.

Thank you for your understanding.

 

Queridas familias de Fillmore High School,

Continuamos trabajando con la policía y seguiremos mandando información por mensajes de voz y redes sociales.

A partir de las 1:25, todos los estudiantes y empleados están seguros y siguen evacuados en el campo de beisbol.

Los estudiantes han recibido un bocadillo y agua y tienen acceso al baño.

Padres/tutores que están en la tarjeta de emergencia todavía tienen la opción de recoger a su hijo.

Seguiremos dándoles actualizaciones regularmente.

 

Christine Schieferle, Superintendent
Fillmore Unified School District

 Updated Bomb Threat Information [English/Spanish]

Dear FHS Families,

Thank you for your understanding as we continue to investigate the bomb threat at Fillmore High School.

We continue to work with law enforcement to investigate the threat.  All students will remain out on the Baseball Field under teacher supervision.

At this time, if parents choose to pick up their children, please report to the Fillmore High School Baseball field.  Students will only be released to the parent/guardian listed on their emergency card.  Our students will not be released unless they are picked up.

To pick up, if you are driving, access through Shiells Drive and Third Street.

Again, all students will remain on the Baseball field until they are picked up, or the site is cleared.

 

Queridas familias,

Continuamos trabajando con la policía para investigar la amenaza. Todos los estudiantes permanecerán en el campo de béisbol bajo la supervisión del maestro.

Si los padres eligen recoger a sus hijos, por favor repórtense al campo de béisbol. Los estudiantes solo se podrán ir con los padres / tutores que están en su tarjeta de emergencia. Nuestros estudiantes no se podrán ir a menos que alguien los recoja.

Para recoger a su estudiante, si está conduciendo, acceda a través de Shiells Drive y Third Street.

Una vez más, todos los estudiantes permanecerán en el campo de béisbol hasta que sean recogidos, o la policía nos deje saber que pueden regresar al edificio.

Les dejaremos saber más información en cuanto la tengamos.  Gracias.

 

Christine Schieferle, Superintendent
Fillmore Unified School District

Bomb Threat Information [English/Spanish]

Dear Families,

The following message was sent out to all FHS families.

 At approximately 11:02, we received an anonymous phone call 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 have been safely evacuated. We are awaiting on instruction from law enforcement. We will provide an update as soon as we have more information.

Queridas Familias de Fillmore High School,

Aproximadamente a las 11:02 recibimos una llamada anónima de una amenaza a Fillmore High School.  El departamento de policía fue contactado inmediatamente y para precaución todos estudiantes y empleados han sido evacuados.  Estamos esperando instrucciones de la policía.  Les dejaremos saber en cuanto recibamos información nueva.

Thank you,
Christine Schieferle

Important COVID-19 Message from Superintendent Schieferle [English/Spanish]

Good evening, Families,

With the surge of COVID-19 cases, we are asking families to please keep their child home from school, sports, and activities if your child is experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms.

This week, at home tests were made available for you to use if your child has been exposed or is experiencing any symptoms.

If you child tests positive, please do not send your child back to school until they are cleared by the health office or the District Health Team. Students who test positive will be out of school a minimum of five days and all absences will be excused. Families should reach out to their child’s teachers through email, Class Dojo or Teams. We want to assure you that we are working diligently to keep your child safe.

Thank you,
Christine Schieferle
Superintendent
Fillmore Unified School District

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Buenas Tardes Familias,

Con el aumento de los casos de COVID-19, les pedimos a las familias que mantengan a su hijo/a en casa sin asistir a la escuela, los deportes y las actividades si su hijo/a presenta algún síntoma de COVID-19.

Se enviaron pruebas de COVID-19 en el hogar esta semana para que usted las use si su hijo ha estado expuesto o tiene algún síntoma.

Si su hijo obtiene una prueba de COVID-19 positive, por favor no mande a su hijo/a a la escuela hasta que la oficina de salud del distrito le den la autorización a regresar a la escuela. Van a faltar a lo mínimo cinco días de escuela y las ausencias serán justificadas. Las familias pueden comunicarse con los maestros por correo electrónico, Teams o Class Dojo. Queremos asegurarle que estamos trabajando para mantener la seguridad de salud de su hijo/a.

Christine Schieferle,
Superintendent
Fillmore Unified School District

First Team All League

On Tuesday January 4th, students athletes from Fillmore High School were honored by the FUSD Board of Trustees for their First Team All League accomplishments in the Citrus Coast League. The presentation included coaches and athletes from Cross Country, Football, and Girls Volleyball. Athletes honored at the meeting included, Michael Camilo Torres and Niza Laureano for Cross Country. Anthony Chessani, Freddy Araujo, Nathan Ocegueda, Jarod Uridel, Joey Holladay, and Matt Magana for Football, and Nathalia Magana for Girls Volleyball. Coaches included Kim Tafoya (Cross Country), Charlie Weis (Football), and Alyssa Bennett (Girls Volleyball).

COVID-19 Testing Fillmore Middle School Expanded Hours Effective January 10, 2022

Fillmore Middle School COVID-19 testing schedule effective January 10, 2022:

Schedule:
Monday: 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Sunday: Closed

Address:
Fillmore Middle School
543 A Street
Fillmore, CA 93015


Additional COVID-19 testing information available at https://www.venturacountyrecovers.org/coronavirus-testing

VCOE: Schools to Prioritize Safety Upon Return from Winter Break

Distance Learning Not Currently Permitted by State

As Ventura County students prepare to return from winter break amid increasing COVID-19 cases in the community, local school leaders are taking all possible steps to ensure the safety of students and employees.

While some colleges and universities have announced plans to revert to distance learning temporarily, this is not an option for Pre-K-12 schools. The State of California does not currently permit Pre-K-12 schools to offer distance learning and expects all schools to keep their doors open for in-person instruction. Schools do provide an independent study option that allows students to learn from home. But unlike distance learning, it must be requested individually by families and is not intended to serve large numbers of students.

“The Ventura County Office of Education is continuing to work closely with Ventura County Public Health and our local school districts to ensure the safety of students and staff,” said Dr. César Morales, Ventura County Superintendent of Schools. “A major effort is underway to expand optional COVID-19 testing for students so we can reduce the chances of the virus spreading at school. Many school districts have been working diligently during the winter break to distribute home test kits to families, and we expect a greater supply of kits to be available soon.” Free testing is also available at locations throughout Ventura County: https://www.venturacountyrecovers.org/coronavirus-testing

In addition to expanded testing, local schools are taking a variety of other safety measures. These include enhanced ventilation, mandatory indoor masking, and teaching outside when possible. Ventura County’s increasing vaccination rate and the high percentage of school employees who have been fully vaccinated provide another layer of protection.

Families can help by ensuring that their students are vaccinated, testing children for COVID-19 if they may have been exposed or are presenting symptoms, and keeping them home when they are ill. The COVID-19 vaccine has been proven safe and effective and is currently available at no charge for children five and older. The COVID-19 booster is now available for everyone 16 years old or older and may be approved for younger kids in the near future. Information about where to get vaccinated in Ventura County is available at https://www.venturacountyrecovers.org/vaccine-information.

About the Ventura County Office of Education
The Ventura County Office of Education provides a broad array of fiscal, training and technology support services to local school districts, helping to maintain and improve lifelong educational opportunities for children, educators and community members. VCOE also operates schools that serve students with severe disabilities and behavioral issues, provides career education courses, and coordinates countywide academic competitions including Mock Trial and the Ventura County Science Fair. Learn more at: www.vcoe.org.

An Important Welcome Back Message From Superintendent Schieferle [English/Spanish]

December 30, 2021

Dear FUSD Staff and Families,

Happy New Year! I hope your holidays were spent surrounded by family, friends and loved ones. This holiday season is an opportunity to pause and reflect on what we are thankful for in our lives. Personally, I am grateful for my health, family and for the opportunity to lead our wonderful school district. I am thankful for our passionate educators, dedicated support staff, and for our administrative team for their continued leadership. Above all, I am grateful for our resilient students and supportive families. Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we continue to adapt to these constantly changing times.

As we prepare to return to school on January 3, 2022, we must be extra vigilant in doing our part to keep ourselves and those around us safe. Here’s what each of us can do to limit the spread of COVID-19 and support healthy and safe schools:

✓  If your child has been exposed to an individual who has tested positive for COVID-19, please keep your child home, and notify the school. A district nurse will provide direction on necessary protocols.

✓  All staff and students are required to prescreen at home each day using the FUSD COVID-19 Daily Self-Screening Tool. If staff or students have any COVID-19 symptoms, please stay home, and notify the school. The prescreening tool can be found on the FUSD website. https://www.fillmoreusd.org/apps/news/article/1479086

✓  As required by public health mandate, all students and staff are required to wear a mask while indoors. We encourage students and staff to wear a mask outdoors when in crowded spaces, however it is optional at this time.

✓  We highly encourage all families to test their child for COVID-19 prior to returning to school. Testing is not required, but we have found that early detection is vital to preventing the spread within our schools.

•   The Fillmore Middle School Testing site is open from 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Monday to Saturday. This testing site is not operated by FUSD.

•   Additional testing sites can be found at the California for All website at Https://covid19.ca.gov/ and the “Find Testing Near You” link, where you can search by address, city, county, or ZIP code for a testing site.

✓  Beginning January 10th, additional testing sites will be made available to staff, students, and the community at FUSD campuses.

•    Mobile PCR testing will be available at all elementary sites on the following days:

•  Rio Vista School- Mondays, 1:00-3:15 p.m.

•  San Cayetano School-Wednesdays, 1:00-3:15 p.m.

•  Mountain Vista School- Fridays, 1:00-3:15 p.m.

•  Piru School- Tuesdays, 2:00-3:15 p.m.

•   A PCR Testing Kiosk will be permanently housed at the Fillmore High School stadium parking lot Monday – Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

✓  We also anticipate receiving supplemental at-home testing kits provided by California Department of Public Health (CDPH) during the week of January 10th. We will provide more information as we receive.

✓  When possible, get the COVID-19 vaccine or booster if you haven’t done so. The vaccine is now available for everyone five and older.

I am grateful for all that we have accomplished together. We will continue to improve our services and offer additional academic and mental health supports for our students and families this school year. I ask that we continue to work together, be solution oriented, and communicate with one another to continue to move our district forward. Our students are counting on us!

Respectfully,
Christine Schieferle,
Superintendent

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30 de diciembre de 2021

Estimados miembros del personal y las familias del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Fillmore:

¡Feliz año nuevo! Espero que hayan pasado sus vacaciones rodeado de familiares, amigos y seres queridos. Esta temporada navideña es una oportunidad para hacer una pausa y reflexionar sobre aquello por lo que estamos agradecidos en nuestras vidas. Personalmente, estoy agradecida por mi salud, mi familia y por la oportunidad de liderar nuestro maravilloso distrito escolar. Estoy agradecida por nuestros educadores apasionados, personal de apoyo dedicado y por nuestro equipo administrativo por su liderazgo continuo. Sobre todo, estoy agradecida por nuestros estudiantes resilientes y familias comprensivas. Gracias por su paciencia y flexibilidad mientras seguimos adaptándonos a estos tiempos en constante cambio.

Mientras nos preparamos para regresar a la escuela el 3 de enero de 2022, debemos estar más atentos al hacer nuestra parte para mantenernos seguros a nosotros mismos y a quienes nos rodean. Esto es lo que cada uno de nosotros puede hacer para limitar la propagación de COVID-19 y apoyar escuelas saludables y seguras:

✓    Si su hijo/hija ha estado expuesto a una persona que dio positivo en la prueba de COVID-19, mantenga a su hijo/hija en casa y notifique a la escuela. Una enfermera del distrito proporcionará orientación sobre los protocolos necesarios.

✓  Se requiere que todo el personal y los estudiantes realicen una evaluación previa en casa todos los días utilizando el cuestionario de salud para la autoevaluación diaria COVID-19 del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Fillmore. Si el personal o los estudiantes tienen algún síntoma de COVID-19, quédese en casa y notifique a la escuela. El cuestionario de salud de preselección se puede encontrar en el sitio web del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Fillmore. https://www.fillmoreusd.org/apps/news/article/1479086

✓   Como lo requiere el mandato de salud pública, todos los estudiantes y el personal deben usar una máscara cuando estén adentro. Animamos a los estudiantes y al personal a usar una máscara al aire libre cuando estén en espacios llenos de gente, sin embargo, es opcional en este momento.

✓    Animamos a todas las familias a que examinen a sus hijos/hijas para detectar COVID-19 antes de regresar a la escuela. No se requieren pruebas, pero hemos descubierto que la detección temprana es vital para prevenir la propagación dentro de nuestras escuelas.

•   El sitio de pruebas de la escuela intermedia Fillmore está abierto de 12:00 pm a 8:00 pm, de lunes a sábado. Este sitio de prueba no es operado por el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Fillmore.

•   Se pueden encontrar sitios de pruebas adicionales en el sitio web California for All en Https://covid19.ca.gov/ y en el enlace "Find Testing Near You", donde puede buscar por dirección, ciudad, condado o código postal para un sitio de prueba.

✓  A partir del 10 de enero, se pondrán a disposición del personal, los estudiantes y la comunidad sitios de pruebas adicionales en las escuelas del Distrito Escolar Unificado de Fillmore.

•   La prueba de PCR móvil estará disponible en todos los sitios de primaria en los siguientes días:

•  Escuela Rio Vista- lunes, 1:00-3:15 p.m.

•  Escuela San Cayetano-miércoles, 1:00-3:15 p.m.

•  Escuela Mountain Vista: viernes, 1:00-3:15 p.m.

•  Escuela Piru: martes, 2:00-3:15 p.m.

•   Un quiosco de pruebas de PCR estará alojado permanentemente en el estacionamiento del estadio de Fillmore High School de lunes a viernes de 10:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m.

✓  También anticipamos recibir pruebas caseras suplementarias en el hogar proporcionados por el Departamento de Salud Pública de California (CDPH) durante la semana del 10 de enero. Proporcionaremos más información a medida que la recibamos.

✓  Cuando sea posible, obtenga la vacuna COVID-19 o un refuerzo si no lo ha hecho. La vacuna ahora está disponible para todas las personas mayores de cinco años.

Estoy agradecida por todo lo que hemos logrado juntos. Continuaremos mejorando nuestros servicios y ofreciendo apoyos académicos y de salud mental adicionales para nuestros estudiantes y familias este año escolar. Les pido que sigamos trabajando juntos, que estemos orientados a las soluciones y que nos comuniquemos entre nosotros para seguir haciendo que nuestro distrito avance. ¡Nuestros estudiantes cuentan con nosotros!

Respetuosamente,

Christine Schieferle,
Superintendente