WHAT'S HAPPENING NOW AT FISHER
Dear Fisher Families,
Congratulations on a great year! This is our final Fisher Flyer for the 23.24 school year. Thank you so much to Raegan Kail for her consistent and efficient publication of our weekly newsletter. This is a valuable resource for all of our Fisher families!
Via ParentSquare, you should have received an email about PE uniforms and Chromebooks for next year. Be sure to look for it!
For our 8th-grade families, a few important notes:
Students will receive their promotion certificates on Wednesday at school
The weather for our ceremony is predicted to be in the low 90s.
Please consider bringing water, wearing a hat, or using a parasol
Parasols will be closed during the ceremony
We look forward to a wonderful celebration of our 8th graders with you all.
As we wrap up the school year, I would like to thank you all for your continued support! Fisher is an amazing school, because of the amazing people that are a part of it. I would especially like to thank Ru Paster for his dedicated role as HSC President for the last two years. I am so proud to be the Fisher Principal and grateful to our students, staff and families.
Have a wonderful summer!
Take care.
Mary Lonhart
Principal
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony, Thursday, June 6th, 4-5pm
ATTENDANCE MATTERS!
In an effort to improve our chronic absenteeism rate (chronic absenteeism is defined as missing 10 percent or more of school days due to absence for any reason), LGUSD has enabled auto-generated notifications that go home after 3, 6, 10, and 15 days of absences. You should expect to see these notifications if your student is absent for any reason after 3, 6, 10, and 15 days of total absences.
These letters are an important part of awareness around chronic absenteeism and ensure families know that we are available to support your student when needed.
After 10 absences, we may facilitate a collaborative meeting between home and school to better support your student attending school.
If you know your student will be out of school for an extended absence (5+ consecutive days), the earlier we are aware of the absence, the better we can support your student. Please let us know as soon as possible so we can plan accordingly.
HOMEWORK CENTER
Students have the opportunity to complete homework in a supervised setting with teacher support. Sign-in and sign-out are required. Students are not required to stay for the entire session.
*Updated Location*
Mondays: R3
Wednesdays: R3* (New Location)
Thursdays: R3
JOIN THE FISHER HOME & SCHOOL CLUB BOARD!
The Fisher H&SC is still looking to fill the following roles for the 2024/25 school year:
Treasurer
One Community Liaison
Community Services Chair
Visit the H&SC website to learn more about these roles.
If interested, or for more information, please contact H&SC parliamentarian Victoria Contreras-Wolfe.
Congratulations on a great year! This is our final Fisher Flyer for the 23.24 school year. Thank you so much to Raegan Kail for her consistent and efficient publication of our weekly newsletter. This is a valuable resource for all of our Fisher families!
Via ParentSquare, you should have received an email about PE uniforms and Chromebooks for next year. Be sure to look for it!
For our 8th-grade families, a few important notes:
Students will receive their promotion certificates on Wednesday at school
The weather for our ceremony is predicted to be in the low 90s.
Please consider bringing water, wearing a hat, or using a parasol
Parasols will be closed during the ceremony
We look forward to a wonderful celebration of our 8th graders with you all.
As we wrap up the school year, I would like to thank you all for your continued support! Fisher is an amazing school, because of the amazing people that are a part of it. I would especially like to thank Ru Paster for his dedicated role as HSC President for the last two years. I am so proud to be the Fisher Principal and grateful to our students, staff and families.
Have a wonderful summer!
Take care.
Mary Lonhart
Principal
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony, Thursday, June 6th, 4-5pm
- This Ceremony is for all Fisher 8th graders
- No tickets needed
- No reserved seating; it is first come-first serve
- Unlimited number of guests permitted
ATTENDANCE MATTERS!
In an effort to improve our chronic absenteeism rate (chronic absenteeism is defined as missing 10 percent or more of school days due to absence for any reason), LGUSD has enabled auto-generated notifications that go home after 3, 6, 10, and 15 days of absences. You should expect to see these notifications if your student is absent for any reason after 3, 6, 10, and 15 days of total absences.
These letters are an important part of awareness around chronic absenteeism and ensure families know that we are available to support your student when needed.
After 10 absences, we may facilitate a collaborative meeting between home and school to better support your student attending school.
If you know your student will be out of school for an extended absence (5+ consecutive days), the earlier we are aware of the absence, the better we can support your student. Please let us know as soon as possible so we can plan accordingly.
HOMEWORK CENTER
Students have the opportunity to complete homework in a supervised setting with teacher support. Sign-in and sign-out are required. Students are not required to stay for the entire session.
*Updated Location*
Mondays: R3
Wednesdays: R3* (New Location)
Thursdays: R3
JOIN THE FISHER HOME & SCHOOL CLUB BOARD!
The Fisher H&SC is still looking to fill the following roles for the 2024/25 school year:
Treasurer
One Community Liaison
Community Services Chair
Visit the H&SC website to learn more about these roles.
If interested, or for more information, please contact H&SC parliamentarian Victoria Contreras-Wolfe.
Dear 8th Grade Parents,
Your child is invited to the RJ Fisher Middle School 8th Grade Celebration, an evening filled with fun, games, music, and food in the quad.
Tickets will be issued via this link for a $25 donation. If you need financial assistance please email Jenny Anderson at [email protected]. The last day to purchase tickets is Wednesday, May 29.
Here are a few points to keep in mind about the 8th Grade Celebration.
- Dinner, snacks, and drinks will be included with admission
- Doors open at 6:00 PM, close at 6:30 PM and grads are encouraged to stay until 8:00 PM.
- If a grad wishes to leave before 8:00 PM, he/she/they must be picked up by the child’s parent and will not be readmitted. At 8:00 PM, parents can pick up multiple grads.
- The grads’ phones will be securely stored from 6:00 - 8:00 PM with parent volunteers and returned upon the grad's exit from the event. If you need to reach your child, please call Fisher Middle School at 408-335-2300.
- Betsy King (betsykingphoto.com) has generously volunteered to capture the fun for our grads. If you would like to opt out of photos for your child, please email Jenny Anderson at [email protected]. After the conclusion of the event, please find the photos at AStarryNightPhotos with download PIN 5805.
Congrats grads and parents!
Joanna Whitley and Janice Yeh
HSC Events Co-Chairs
One Community LG is a collaboration between parents, schools, and the greater Los Gatos community to elevate the educational experience for our children beyond the basic state-funded curriculum. This is how we invest in our students and schools. Our suggested ask is $1,600 per student.
To learn more about One Community LG, please visit http://www.onecommunitylg.org
To learn more about One Community LG, please visit http://www.onecommunitylg.org
SPEECH COMPETITION FINALISTS
Congratulations to the 47th Annual Fisher Speech Competition Finalists!
The Fisher Speech Contest is an annual tradition. Each year, every 7th and 8th grader gives a speech in their English class. From there, thirty 7th graders and thirty 8th graders are selected to present their speeches to a panel of judges. These judges choose 5 speeches from each grade to present at our Speech Showcase Assembly. It takes a lot of bravery to speak in front of your peers, and we are so proud of the finalists who were willing to share their beautiful speeches!
Congratulations to the 47th Annual Fisher Speech Competition Finalists!
The Fisher Speech Contest is an annual tradition. Each year, every 7th and 8th grader gives a speech in their English class. From there, thirty 7th graders and thirty 8th graders are selected to present their speeches to a panel of judges. These judges choose 5 speeches from each grade to present at our Speech Showcase Assembly. It takes a lot of bravery to speak in front of your peers, and we are so proud of the finalists who were willing to share their beautiful speeches!
ATTENTION 6TH GRADE PARENTS
Students Starting 7th Grade in August Need:
- Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap) - 1 dose. Whooping cough booster usually given at 11 years and up.
- Varicella (Chickenpox) - 2 doses. Usually given at ages 12 months and 4-6 years.
Parent Volunteers Needed for 24/25 PE Clothing Distribution!
Volunteers will be needed Monday, August 12 and Tuesday, August 13 and August 19-26. If available, please help kick off the new school year by getting kids ready and outfitted for physical education!
All volunteers will need to be fingerprinted and cleared through Permission Click.
Sign up for a spot here.
MUSIC BOOSTERS
Concert Attire Returns
Did your student borrow concert attire from Fisher? It's time to return it, and we have scheduled several dates in May for returns. Submit the Borrowed Concert Attire Return Form. You'll select a return date and make payment for dry cleaning if choosing that option. Please submit your form today. If you need more time, submit no later than May 9th. We would also appreciate parent volunteers to help with check-ins. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0C48ACAE2DA5FD0-49090182-volunteers.
Join the Fisher Music Boosters Board!
The Fisher Music Boosters is still looking to fill the following roles for the 2024/25 school year
Did your student borrow concert attire from Fisher? It's time to return it, and we have scheduled several dates in May for returns. Submit the Borrowed Concert Attire Return Form. You'll select a return date and make payment for dry cleaning if choosing that option. Please submit your form today. If you need more time, submit no later than May 9th. We would also appreciate parent volunteers to help with check-ins. Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0C48ACAE2DA5FD0-49090182-volunteers.
Join the Fisher Music Boosters Board!
The Fisher Music Boosters is still looking to fill the following roles for the 2024/25 school year
- Co-Presidents (2 positions)
- Secretary
Safe Routes to School Coordinator
Los Gatos Monte Sereno Safe Routes to School is going to be adding a part-time seasonal staff member for the 24-25 School year. The job description is attached for the role of coordinator to assist with implementation and instruction of educational programs, plus assistance with our outreach and encouragement work. This role is ideal for anyone interested in working with young people, and also interested in engaging in some public policy work related to transportation, the environment, public health or communications. Work hours will vary but will be mostly during school hours, with the busiest times being Aug - October and March - May. Some occasional weekend work may be required. Ability to ride a bike is important, but you don't have to be a skilled cyclist (although that would not hurt). If you know a college student looking for a killer part-time job or maybe a friend interested in getting back into the workforce please pass on this job description.
Safe Routes to School Coordinator
LGHS ENROLLMENT
Enrollment for Incoming 9th Graders
Welcome Future Wildcats!
Dear families of incoming 9th grade students,
LGHS enrollment is available now and is completely online. A parent or guardian will provide information and upload required documents to the LGSUHSD enrollment system.
The Enrollment System
Enrollment Instructions
Required Proof of Residency Documents
Please note that middle school staff cannot answer questions about Los Gatos High School enrollment. All questions should be addressed to:
Terri Dewing, RegistrarLos Gatos High School
[email protected]
408-354-2730 x231
Enrollment for Incoming 9th Graders
Welcome Future Wildcats!
Dear families of incoming 9th grade students,
LGHS enrollment is available now and is completely online. A parent or guardian will provide information and upload required documents to the LGSUHSD enrollment system.
The Enrollment System
Enrollment Instructions
Required Proof of Residency Documents
Please note that middle school staff cannot answer questions about Los Gatos High School enrollment. All questions should be addressed to:
Terri Dewing, RegistrarLos Gatos High School
[email protected]
408-354-2730 x231
LGS Summer Recreation Guide
Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation Summer programs are now available! Register Here!
Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation Summer programs are now available! Register Here!
Welcome Packet For 2023-24
Welcome to the new school year. We look forward to a great year ahead! Below are a few helpful links to our frequently asked questions. We will be updating this page periodically, so please check back.
Last Updated: August 7, 2023
🔔 2023-24 Bell Schedule
📅 2023-24 District Calendar
🍿 New Student Parent Webinar (passcode: e.+E@5M9) (Recorded April 27, 2023)
🛟 New Student Parent Guide Slideshow
📝 PowerSchool Set-Up For Families
💻 Chromebook Support
🆘 Schedule Inquiry Form (Use this to address concerns after receiving your class schedule on August 11)
Last Updated: August 7, 2023
🔔 2023-24 Bell Schedule
📅 2023-24 District Calendar
🍿 New Student Parent Webinar (passcode: e.+E@5M9) (Recorded April 27, 2023)
🛟 New Student Parent Guide Slideshow
📝 PowerSchool Set-Up For Families
💻 Chromebook Support
🆘 Schedule Inquiry Form (Use this to address concerns after receiving your class schedule on August 11)
Parent Volunteers for Fisher Office
Fisher is looking for regular Helping Hands parent volunteers on an ongoing basis throughout the school year to help with various office tasks. These tasks may include photocopying, laminating, mail sorting, and helping with tardy slips. Many of these tasks can be completed M/W/or F anytime during the school today with the exception of lunch and recess. Read more and sign up for a shift HERE.
Volunteers will need to be pre-cleared through Permission Click.
Fisher is looking for regular Helping Hands parent volunteers on an ongoing basis throughout the school year to help with various office tasks. These tasks may include photocopying, laminating, mail sorting, and helping with tardy slips. Many of these tasks can be completed M/W/or F anytime during the school today with the exception of lunch and recess. Read more and sign up for a shift HERE.
Volunteers will need to be pre-cleared through Permission Click.
Dean's List of Real Estate Partners - Leadership Circle Member Mark Vantress
In addition to being a member of the Real Estate Program Leadership Circle, Mark is on the Los Gatos Education Foundation (LGEF) Board in his fourth year as Van Meter Co-Captain. He has two daughters, a 6th grader at Fisher and a 9th grader at Los Gatos High School. A realtor with Sereno group, he joined LGEF to ensure every student gets the support they need and to encourage other parents to get more involved. Thank you Mark for your support of our Los Gatos schools!
Our Dean’s List of Real Estate Partners Program is now open for 2024! To learn about the benefits of joining, please visit our website. For more information, please contact Eric Dunstan at [email protected]
DO YOU KNOW?
Do you know how many opportunities your child has at Fisher Middle School? One Community LG focuses on providing students with many options so that students can make their own choices concerning their education. One Community LG funds many of these electives thanks to contributions from parents like you.
Students can choose elective classes such as dance, STEAM, band, choir, or orchestra. During lunch, students can choose to participate in intramural sports, organized by our Noon Sports Coordinator, or relax in the Wellness Center with our many counselors. Student clubs at Fisher are also funded through One Community LG, as well as many after school community building activities, such as the recent Camp Trojan.
All 6th grade students participate in OCLG funded electives since they are either in the Music Program or the Wheel, which includes dance and STEAM. Many 7th grade students continue with the Wheel, which includes STEAM, or are in the Music Program, and some 8th grade students participate in both Spanish and music as their electives. Regardless of which elective your student participates in, it is important that all students be given the opportunity to make a choice at any point in their Fisher career.
Ask your child to tell you what they did in their elective or at lunch this week. To find out more about what your contributions to One Community LG will fund, please visit www.onecommunitylg.org.
CALENDAR (Subscribe and never miss an important event!)
Monday, January 22 | Music Boosters Fundraiser, Oak & Rye Pizza, All day
Tuesday, January 23 | LGUSD TK Information Night, 3:30-4:30pm or 5:30-6:30pm, Lexington Campus
Tuesday, January 23 | Project Cornerstone: 8 Keys to Success, 6:30-8pm, Fisher Library
Thursday, January 25 | Parenting Continuum: Food for Thought, 7-8:30pm, Fisher Library
Monday, February 5 | Project Cornerstone: How to Talk to Our Kids About Current Events, 6:30-8pm, Fisher Library
Attendance Desk
[email protected]
(408) 335-2385
Please email or call attendance if your student will be absent for the day, arriving late, or leaving early.
Guidance
When you have questions and concerns about your specific student, we have awesome people to help! Please contact the appropriate person for your student:
Student's last name A-K
Assistant Principal Jenny Anderson
Counselor Kristie Mullikan
Student's last name L-Z
Assistant Principal Paul Brennan
Counselor Sara Tiscareno-Kennedy
RJ Fisher Middle School Website
Campus Information/Bell Schedule
Home & School Club Website
Lunch Menu
Food Service
LGUSD District Board Meetings
Learn what goes on in our district. The schedule and agendas can be found on the district's website.
Teacher Top 10 Favorites Lists
Tiffany Borgia
Fisher Flyer
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RJ FISHER MIDDLE SCHOOL
19195 Fisher Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95032
Mary Lonhart, Principal
Phone: (408) 335-2300 | Attendance Line: (408) 335-2385
https://rjfisher.lgusd.org
FISHER HOME & SCHOOL CLUB
Ru Paster, President: [email protected]
http://www.fisherhsc.org
Contact and make submissions to the Fisher Flyer editor at [email protected]
The Fisher Flyer is approved by Principal Mary Lonhart and the H&SC Board to provide pertinent information weekly to the Fisher community.
The Fisher Flyer is written exclusively to proved the Fisher community with school information. Articles, information, calendars etc., may not be duplicated or re-printed in any manner without the permission of the Fisher Home & School Club or the RJ Fisher Middle School administration.
Monday, January 22 | Music Boosters Fundraiser, Oak & Rye Pizza, All day
Tuesday, January 23 | LGUSD TK Information Night, 3:30-4:30pm or 5:30-6:30pm, Lexington Campus
Tuesday, January 23 | Project Cornerstone: 8 Keys to Success, 6:30-8pm, Fisher Library
Thursday, January 25 | Parenting Continuum: Food for Thought, 7-8:30pm, Fisher Library
Monday, February 5 | Project Cornerstone: How to Talk to Our Kids About Current Events, 6:30-8pm, Fisher Library
Attendance Desk
[email protected]
(408) 335-2385
Please email or call attendance if your student will be absent for the day, arriving late, or leaving early.
Guidance
When you have questions and concerns about your specific student, we have awesome people to help! Please contact the appropriate person for your student:
Student's last name A-K
Assistant Principal Jenny Anderson
Counselor Kristie Mullikan
Student's last name L-Z
Assistant Principal Paul Brennan
Counselor Sara Tiscareno-Kennedy
RJ Fisher Middle School Website
Campus Information/Bell Schedule
Home & School Club Website
Lunch Menu
Food Service
LGUSD District Board Meetings
Learn what goes on in our district. The schedule and agendas can be found on the district's website.
Teacher Top 10 Favorites Lists
Tiffany Borgia
Fisher Flyer
Email the Editor
RJ FISHER MIDDLE SCHOOL
19195 Fisher Avenue, Los Gatos, CA 95032
Mary Lonhart, Principal
Phone: (408) 335-2300 | Attendance Line: (408) 335-2385
https://rjfisher.lgusd.org
FISHER HOME & SCHOOL CLUB
Ru Paster, President: [email protected]
http://www.fisherhsc.org
Contact and make submissions to the Fisher Flyer editor at [email protected]
The Fisher Flyer is approved by Principal Mary Lonhart and the H&SC Board to provide pertinent information weekly to the Fisher community.
The Fisher Flyer is written exclusively to proved the Fisher community with school information. Articles, information, calendars etc., may not be duplicated or re-printed in any manner without the permission of the Fisher Home & School Club or the RJ Fisher Middle School administration.
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