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Fruita 8/9
Principal – Jason Plantiko
1835 J Road
Assistant Principal—Melissa Turner
Fruita, CO 81521
Assistant Principal—Mick Zanski
Main Office: 254-6720
Fax : 858-7751
Si usted desea una explicación en español de este artículo, favor de llamar al 254-5339.
Thank you to our parents and community for your support throughout the year!
I need to ask for parent help with the dress code. With the warmer weather we are seeing more and more dress
code violations. Please help monitor what students are wearing in the morning as they leave for the school day.
We ask that students come to school showing no undergarments. T-shirts with any logo dealing with drugs, alcohol
or weapons are in violation of district policy as well as school policy.
Our Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on the evening of April 16th. This is the final conference day of the
year to check student progress as we make a final push toward the end of the semester.
The window of time given to us by the Colorado Department of Education for Science testing is April 14 th to May
2nd. We will be testing April 14th, 15th, 16th, and 21st. This is for our 8th grade students only as 9th graders are not
tested in Science. With smaller numbers of students testing, we will continue school classes, days, and times as
normal. Students will be informed on what day they will be testing through advisory, and the schedule
will be posted for student viewing.
April 20th begins our Spring Fling week. This is to celebrate the great year we have had! We will wrap up that week
on Friday with a pep assembly with a dance following on Saturday.
The final round of PARCC testing in late April and early May will put us in a schedule similar to March testing. To
keep us in sync with FMHS, we will have release days for testing on April 27th, 28th, and 29th. We will also have a
final release day May 4th in which we will do our final group of tests along with AP testing. The schedule has 4 days
of school in which a testing group will come in each day to test (Monday, April 27th through Wednesday, April 29th,
and Monday, May 4th). All other students will not be at school except for their testing day. One exception to this is
our Advanced Placement students who will be taking the Advanced Placement Tests during this time.
Busses will run on a regular schedule. Career Center and WCCC will have classes for students not scheduled to test
on any given day. Students are encouraged to attend as long as they are not testing.
This schedule allows for the least amount of time away from normal instruction with the large numbers of students
that we have and the limited amount of computers available in the day for testing. This will ensure that we are able
to complete required testing within the given window of time. In advisory, students will receive the schedule for
their testing day, group they are in, and testing site for their round of testing.
Thanks Again!
Sincerely,
Jason Plantiko
Principal
IROAR
Integrity Respect Ownership Achievement Responsibility
Does what you wear affect how well you work?
Quite possibly. We’ve all had the experience of feeling more motivated and focused when we’re dressed up for
work—whether that means donning a suit when our usual office dress is khakis and a golf shirt or, for those who
work from home, simply getting out of pajamas. But new research shows that wearing certain items of clothing
identified with certain qualities could help improve performance, too…
Clothes may not make the man, the saying goes. But as the authors write, “they do hold a strange power over
their wearers.”
McGregor, Jena. "New study: What you wear could affect how well you work."
Washington Post. Web. 19 Mar. 2014.
Spring has sprung, and as the weather warms it can sometimes become difficult for all of us to stay focused on
work. As we finish 4th quarter students have end-of-term papers and projects to complete, not to mention final
exams, all of which can have a significant impact on their overall final grade.
Research indicates that appropriate school dress has a positive impact on performance and behavior. To support
achievement and maintain a positive learning environment for all staff and students we do not allow clothing that
is:
Provocative or immodest
Contains profanity or obscene/lewd text or graphics
Promotes alcohol, tobacco, drugs, or weapons
Advocates sex or sexual activity
Specifically, when dressing in the morning, here are some tips:
Gentlemen Cats, NO…
Muscle shirts
Pants that sag excessively
Lady Wildcats, NO…
Clothing that exposes undergarments
Clothing that is transparent
Low cut tops that expose cleavage
Strapless tops, spaghetti straps, one shoulder tops
Short mini-skirts or short shorts (finger-tip rule applies)
All Wildcats…. NO clothing that exposes the torso, including side, back, or middle.
(Please check your Student Handbook – this is not an exhaustive list.)
Fruita 8/9 staff and administration reserve the right to require that students modify their dress if it is deemed inappropriate. Please
note that, in the event a student fails to correct a dress code violation as requested by a staff member, disciplinary action may be
applied.
Our goal is a successful and positive finish to the school year. The support of students and parents in ensuring consistent compliance
with Fruita 8/9 Dress Code expectations is greatly appreciated!
Melissa Turner, Asst. Principal
IMPORTANT DATES AND REMINDERS
April 1st-3rd~ Spring Break
April 6th~ Water For Life Fundraiser Begins
April 7th~ NJHS Mtg @ library– 3:00 pm
April 9th~ SAC Mtg @ F 8/9 Library-5:00 pm
April 15-17th~ State Knowledge Bowl
April 16th~ P/T Conferences 3:30– 7:30
FMS Parent Night @ F 8/9 cafeteria 6 pm
State Knowledge Bowl (continues)
April 17th~ College Friday (wear your fav college shirt)
April 20th~ Spring Fling Week (dress up, fun week)
April 23rd~ Students Of Distinction @ 6:30 –Cafeteria
April 24th~ Pep Assembly *** PM Schedule
Student Senate Leadership Conference @ F 8/9 cafeteria/library
5:00-10:30 p.m.
April 25th~ Spring Fling Dance @ F 8/9 7-9 pm
FMHS Prom 9-12th
April 30th~ No School - Students & Staff
~TESTING DATES~
CMAS TEST-8th Science –April 14th, 15th,16, & 21st. (Schedule is on our website)
PARCC TEST-8th & 9th –April 27th, 28th, 29th, & May 4th. Again, there will be no school for students
Except for their assigned test day– Student /Test Date will be posted in the library hallway.
AP Environmental Science Testing- May 4th
AP Human Geography Testing– May 15th
April highlights from your
What Can My Child Do with Google Apps for Education?
District 51 students automatically have free a Google Apps for Education account that’s already been set up. Many of our Language Arts teachers have already
used this wonderful resource with their students to enhance their educational experience here at Fruita 8-9. This cloud-based program has many benefits for our students,
including:
Access and save files from any computer with Internet access—no more forgetting flash
drives!
Collaborate on group projects in real-time through the use of “shared” files and comment/
chat tools
Because it’s web-based, no more worries about whether your home software matches the
district’s when your child is doing homework.
…And so much more!
Questions? Email me at Mary.Cummings@d51schools.org—I’d love to help!
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April App of the Month
Drivers Ed Lite
Free (full version = $2.99); available on iOs & Android
Freshman year is typically when students turn fifteen and first apply for their driving
permit. You can encourage them to prepare for the DMV test by downloading this app!
VISITOR PROCEDURES - PARENTS/GUARDIANS VISITATION
The Fruita 8/9 School has a large student body and realizes that there are times when parents/guardians may need to
contact a student during the day on an informal or non-emergency basis. To maintain security within the school, we
request that all parents/guardians report to the Main Office and show proper identification (this name must appear as
a contact on the student’s record) to request contact with their student. The student will then be summoned from his/
her class. Visitors shall be required to check in at the Main Office and show proper identification and reason for being
at the school and shall wear nametags identifying them as visitors (Board Policy ECA/ECAB).
NO STUDENT VISITORS ARE ALLOWED DURING THE SCHOOL DAY
LEAVING CAMPUS FOR LUNCH
To: Parents and Students
It is required to send your student with a written note giving permission to leave campus for lunch.
We ask that you provide student’s name, person picking up student, date and time. Note needs to be present
the same day of lunch outing. The person picking up student is required to come to the office and sign student in/out. Also
note that when leaving for lunch, only their lunch wave will be excused. This is only for your student’s safety and for our
Secretary to keep track of attendance. Please no phone calls regarding permission to leave campus.
Health
Office~
Dear Parents/Guardian
PLEASE REMEMBER TO PICK UP YOUR STUDENTS MEDICATION…...We are obligated to discard if not
picked up by the end of the school year. We are not permitted to send medication home with the students.
Over The Counter Medications need to be picked up by Friday, May 15th and Prescription Medications
need to be picked up before or on Wednesday 20th (last day of school).
Thanks for your help.
Stacia Womack
Fruita 8/9 Health Assistant
970-254-6720 Ext # 34117
~Healthy Activity~
Community Hospital will be offering the
Shapedown class starting in June.
Shapedown is a weight management class for
adolescents. There is a fee associated with this
class. For further questions, please call 2566495. Thanks!
: We have had a Fantastic Year !!!
Hard to believe we only have about 32 days left of school.
If possible, we would be greatly appreciative if parents could
donate Pencils and Kleenex ….. Our teachers have been awesome, making sure kids have these supplies in their classroom.
These items can be dropped off at the front office.
Also~~ THANK YOU to all the PARENTS that have donated
to our I-ROAR Store!!! F 8/9 has the BEST Parents/Students
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Thanks for your support, Fruita 8/9 Language Arts
NJHS-Water For Life Campaign~
Starting April 6th—This will run for 2 weeks
We are sponsoring a school in in South Sudan that needs a well built for clean drinking water. Our goal is to
raise at least 1500.00 to help them achieve this dream. Here are some ways that you can help support our
campaign
Put money in the jar!! (You will notice the jars in your classrooms.)
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Buy a Gourmet Sucker ($2.00 ) from an NJHS member or Mrs. Cummings (librarian)
All students who donate $1.00 or more to the campaign will be entered into our prize drawing each
Friday. So far prizes include Costa Vida, Enstrom’s, and Starbucks Coffee.
Choir` Mrs. Hazard
Sources Of Strength*
Teacher Advisors
Freshmen! It is not too late to sign up for choir
next year! Auditions for the two advanced choirs
and show choir already took place, but you can
always sign up for Women’s or Men’s Choirs.
These are beginning groups and open to all levels
of singers, even if you think you can’t sing! We
have a lot of fun and we would love to have you!
Sign up with your counselor today!
SCIENCE
9th grade Science tutoring is now available every Thursday after school from
3:00-3:30 in room 93. If your students needs help in 9th
grade science, please encourage them to attend.
~Elyza Willms~
Bollan
Laurienti
Blevens
Mauch
Franklin
Burke
Noland
Math - Need to catch up on math, or
just need the extra help?.......
8th Graders~
See Ms. Fyock on Wednesdays from 3-4, in
room 91
9th Graders~
See Ms. Lipson on Wednesdays from 3-4, in
room 101
Wrestling: 8th Grade– Tyler Romero -1st place, Dawson Lankford -2nd place, Andre Crespin– 3rd place
Cole Cauley– 4th place, Skyler Luster –4th place, Seth Carleton –4th place
Overall F 8/9 placed 3rd with a Team Trophy! Very proud of all of our Wildcat Wrestlers!!
Tennis: 9th grade- Sarah Fleming won 3 out 4 matches in varsity tennis!
Supper for South Sudan
THIS Saturday, April 11, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Enzo’s Pizzeria & Italian Café
759 Horizon Drive, Grand Junction
**20% of proceeds benefit our fund raiser
OR
Next Wednesday, April 15, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Hot Tomato Café
Live music provided by Fruita 8/9 musicians!
124 North Mulberry Street, Fruita
**10% of proceeds benefit our fund raiser
PBIS Student Of The Month
(Jan, Feb, March)
Chloe Cantrall
Alex Phillips
Tess Linakis
Cynthia Wells
Kaelyn Phillips
Katie Crocker
Maria Matias
Kaelyn Andrus
Luke Oleson
Luis Varga
Maddie Poole
Whitney Durnez
Annmarie Backus
Payton Ball
Gabby Rigsby
Brent Harper
Bree Johnson
Daren Davison
Maddie Acosta
Reanna Rowe
Sitori Carver
Nichole Watson
Caly Martinez
Ellie Zachary
Carliana Hatch
Chelsey Gurule
Kaden King
Ernesto Vargas
Santanna Serrano
Sami Woods
Tanner Shields
Abram Edgers
Stephen Forster
Autumn Erekson
Kara Seevers
Andre Crespin
Ashley Martin
Hunter Davis
Kate Fellet
Skyler Luster
Kate Inskeep
Haylee Tannous
Tony Guadnola
Maggie Wilson
Trystan Carruth
Peyton Drake
Carliana Hatch
EmmaLee Hysell
Tanner Holt
Kierstyn Schuller
Cassie Jo Twiggs
Blake Daniels
Emily Simpson
Josh Skees
Cameron Kenney
Brandon Lovato
Mark McGarry
Lauryn Steele
Austin Dewitt
Nathaniel Brewington
Nathan Willmarth
Tia Tonozzi
Conner Mcleish
Ben Bochmann
Kindsey Godsey
Veniece Miller
Nolan Hynes
Dylan Weaver
Rachel Lively
Allyse Johnson
Jaden Arney
Sarah Gardner
Kiana Dow
Rachelle Neff
Tia Tonozzi
Cayman Norcross
Nate Brewington
Sheila Honda
Noah Bemis
Whitney Durnez
Andrea Sheeks
Athlete Of The Week
Student Of The Week
3-9 ~9th Karmen Quintana
9th Will Vrooman
3-16 ~ 8th Gracie Schuller
8th Joseph Barnes
Staff Of The Week
3-9 ~Jason Plantiko
Mary Cummings
Lisa Anderson
3-9 ~8th Wrestling Tyler Romero
9th Track Truth Hafey & Nolan Hynes
3-16 ~ 8th Wrestling Cole Cauley
9th Golf Aryn Montgomery
Alpine Bank Student OF The Month
3-9 ~ 8th Chance Partida
8th Robika Kunwar
3-16 ~Pete Stabolepszy
Funnies & QUOTES
Tribute to Our wonderful teacher
APRIL
Mon
Sun
Tue
Wed
1
Thu
Fri
Sat
2
3
4
9
10
11
17
18
Spring Break
5
6
Water For
Life
Fundraiser
12
13
7 Band Concert 8
@ FMS
6:30-Jazz
6th-9th)
7:30-Concert
Band 7-9th)
14
Water For
Life
Fundraiser
April 6th-17th
19
20
21
SAC Mtg 5pm
Library
Orchestra
Concert 7 pm
@ FMS
15
16
State
Knowledge
Bowl
P/T
22
23
27
CMU Jazz
Festival (day)
8th-Track meet
@Stocker F8/9
Hosts
College Friday
Col West
Music Festival
Band, Choir,
Orchestra
24
Pep
Assembly
Students Of
Distinction
PM Schedule
6:30 pm @
F 8/9 Cafeteria
Spring Fling
Week
26
Conference
3;30-7:30
FMS Parent
Night, Gym6 pm
28
29
30
No School
Students &
Staff
25
Spring Fling
Dance @ F8/9
7-9 pm
FMHS Prom