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

Reminder: This Friday! Piru Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic March 25th, 2022 From 2PM to 6PM Ages 5 to 11 Appointments and Walk-ins Welcome [English/Spanish]

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.

Where:
Piru Elementary School
3811 Center Street
Piru CA 93040

When:
Friday March 25th, 2022
2PM to 6PM

Walk-Ins are welcome but we recommend scheduling your child’s appointment by clicking the link or scanning the QR code. https://myturn.ca.gov/?config=4e5780a3-3438-4d29-a7f4-6876a3070e01

Llevar comprobante de edad y tarjeta de vacunas. Para niños de 5 a 11 años, un padre o tutor legal debe acompañar al menor al sitio de vacunación, proporcionar verificación de identidad y parentesco, y dar consentimiento verbal para que el menor sea vacunado.

Dónde:
Escuela Primaria Piru
3811 Center Street
Piru CA 93040

Cuándo:
viernes 25 de marzo de 2022
2PM a 6PM

Los visitantes sin cita son bienvenidos, pero recomendamos programar la cita de su hijo haciendo clic en el enlace o escaneando el código QR. https://myturn.ca.gov/?config=35309a45-241b-4814-9218-309a66c020de

Sierra High Update

On Tuesday March 15th, Sierra High Principal Amber Henrey gave a presentation highlighting Sierra High staff and students and explained the unique opportunities that Sierra High School offers Fillmore students. Pictured (left to right) is Superintendent Christine Schieferle, Trustee Tricia Gradias, Trustee Olivia Palacio, Trustee Sean Morris, Sierra High science teacher Mike Karayan, Sierra High Principal Amber Henrey, Sierra High social studies teacher Jonathan Gonzalez, Sierra High student Angela Ramirez, Trustee Scott Beylik, and Trustee Lucy Rangel.

A message from Superintendent Schieferle [ENGLISH/SPANISH]

March 11, 2022 

Dear FUSD Families,

I would like to thank you for your continued support and patience as we continue to adapt to state and local public health mandates. Together, we have prioritized student and staff safety while continuing to provide the best educational experiences for our students. The purpose of this letter is to provide updated information regarding the Mask Mandate for FUSD students and staff beginning March 14, 2022.

In alignment with Ventura County Public Health (VCPH) and the Executive Order issued by Governor Newsom, beginning March 14th, FUSD students and staff will no longer be required to wear masks indoors and on school busses regardless of their vaccination status. We will continue to strongly recommend indoor masking; however, students and staff will have the personal choice to wear a mask or not wear a mask. I understand that the anticipation of these changes will be a relief to some and a source of anxiety for others. We will continue to support both students and staff in making the individual decisions on whether to wear masks.

Responsibility for COVID Safety/Continuing Mitigation

  • Students and staff prescreen and stay home when sick

  • Surgical and N95 masks for students upon request in every school office

  • Continued group contact tracing and notifications

  • Frequent use of handwashing and sanitizing

  • Enhanced classroom cleaning of high-touch areas daily

  • Improved ventilation

  • Expanded testing opportunities at our elementary school sites and at the FHS stadium

  • VCPH pediatric vaccination clinics for families who wish to have their children vaccinated

FUSD will remain prepared to adjust with conditions of the virus and to all updated public health mandates

Respecting Personal Choice

  • The state is providing personal choice for masking in schools with the expectation that individual choices are respected.

  • One should not make assumptions regarding someone’s beliefs or health status based upon their choice to wear or not wear a mask, nor should they comment on them.

  • If your child expresses any anxiety, please reach out to our school counselors for support

We look forward to this next phase and are very excited to see smiling faces and to take another step towards returning to normal operations and bringing back the activities we have all missed.

Sincerely,
Christine Schieferle
Superintendent, Fillmore Unified School District

11 de marzo de 2022 

Estimadas familias FUSD, 

Me gustaría agradecerles por su continuo apoyo y paciencia a medida que continuamos adaptándonos a los mandatos de salud pública estatales y locales.  Juntos, hemos priorizado la seguridad de los estudiantes y el personal mientras continuamos brindando las mejores experiencias educativas para nuestros estudiantes. El propósito de esta carta es proporcionar información actualizada sobre el Mandato de Máscara para los estudiantes y el personal de FUSD a partir del 14 de marzo de 2022.

 

En alineación con la Salud Pública del Condado de Ventura (VCPH) y la Orden Ejecutiva emitida por el Gobernador Newsom, a partir del 14 de marzo, los estudiantes y el personal de FUSD ya no estarán obligados a usar máscaras adentro ni en autobuses escolares, a pesar de su estado de vacunación.  Continuaremos recomendando que se pongan la máscara adentro; sin embargo, los estudiantes y el personal tendrán la opción personal de usar una máscara o no usar una máscara.  Entiendo que la anticipación de estos cambios será un alivio para algunos y una fuente de ansiedad para otros. Continuaremos apoyando tanto a los estudiantes como al personal en la toma de decisiones individuales sobre si usar máscaras.

Responsabilidad por la seguridad de COVID / Mitigación continua

  • Se espera que los estudiantes y el personal se autoevalúen y se queden en casa cuando estén enfermos.

  • Las máscaras quirúrgicas y N95 están disponibles para los estudiantes a pedido en todas las oficinas de la escuela

  • Seguimiento continuo de contactos grupales y notificaciones

  • Uso frecuente de lavado de manos y desinfección

  • Limpieza adicional en el salón de áreas de alto contacto diariamente

  • Ventilación mejorada

  • Mas oportunidades de pruebas en nuestros sitios de escuelas primarias y en el estadio FHS

  • Clínicas de vacunación pediátrica del VCPH para familias que desean vacunar a sus hijos

·         FUSD permanecerá preparado para ajustarse a las condiciones del virus y a todos los mandatos actualizados de salud pública.

Respetar la elección personal

  • El estado está proporcionando opciones personales para el enmascaramiento en las escuelas con la expectativa de que se respeten las elecciones individuales.

  • Uno no debe hacer suposiciones con respecto a las creencias o el estado de salud de alguien basado en su elección de usar o no usar una máscara, ni deben comentar sobre ellos.

  • Si su hijo expresa alguna ansiedad, comuníquese con nuestros consejeros escolares para obtener apoyo.

Esperamos esta próxima fase y estamos muy emocionados de ver caras sonrientes y dar otro paso hacia el regreso a las operaciones normales y traer de vuelta las actividades que todos nos hemos perdido.

Sinceramente
Christine Schieferle
Superintendent, Fillmore Unified School District

Next Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Wednesday March 16, 2022 From 2PM to 6PM Ages 5 to 11 Appointments and Walk-ins Welcome [English/Spanish]

Please 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.

Where:
Fillmore Unified School District, Room 28
627 Sespe Avenue
Fillmore CA 93015

When:
Wednesday March 16, 2022
2PM to 6PM
Ages 5 to 11
Appointments and Walk-ins Welcome

Schedule your child’s appointment using the link or QR code below:

ENGLISH:
https://myturn.ca.gov/?config=c1181cf6-468d-468a-917b-48481fa7449f