May-June 11-12 - Falcon Creek Middle School

Volume 12, Issue 6
May/June 2012
Snow Delay & Closure Line:
720-554-4701
Website:
http://www.ccsd.k12.co.us/
School Status/
Falcon Creek Flyer
Dr. John G. Kennedy, Principal
Dr. Robyn Duran, Assistant Principal
Ms. Lisa Ruiz, Assistant Principal
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL—JUNE 6
EARLY DISMISSAL TIME—11:00
Falcon Creek Middle School
A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL . . .
Dear Parents,
FALCONS SOAR
Success
Organization
Achievement
Respect
Inside this issue:
Extended Learning, Library/Yearbook
2
2011-12 School Day Schedule
8th Grade Celebrations
3
Dean’s Office, Final Exams
4
Nurse/8th Grade Dance
5
NJHS News
6
Washington, D.C. trip/Lunch Loan End
7
Counseling, Exams, Conferences
8
Band/Orchestra, Choir, Athletics
9
PTO Information
10-11
Accountability/Board Meetings
12
Upcoming Summer Events
13
Farewell to Dr. Duran
14
Aurora Scholars/Welcome Mr. Hanson
15
Activities, Clubs, and Organizations
16
FCMS Voice Mail Extensions
17
FMS Summer Math Bootcamp
18-19
Honor Roll
20-21
6th Grade Transition
22-23
Freshman Connection with GHS
24
6th Grade WEB/SOAR Orientation
25
Long-Range Facility Planning
26
PIN/Parent Coffee/Dismissal Times/
Diversity Symposium
27
Calendar of Events
28
The Falcon Creek community extends a warm
welcome to our new sixth-grade students and their
families! August will be upon us before we know
it; therefore, please save this newsletter as it contains pertinent information about upcoming events
at Falcon Creek Middle School. Additionally,
please pay close attention to the Transition Session
that is being offered on the last day of July and the
first week of August. These transition opportunities
are the best investment you can make for your incoming sixth-grade student. The sessions are designed to orientate you and your student to the middle school experience. That includes, but is not
limited to: orientation to the physical plant, middle
school philosophy, lockers, the school day, and, if
they’re lucky, get a first-hand introduction to the
administrators and numerous other individuals who
will be an integral part of the next three years of
their school experience. It will undoubtedly reduce
anxiety for you and your student, and prepare them
for the expectations of the 2012-13 school year. So,
please sign-up without hesitation!
For our current students and families, the end of
the year is rapidly approaching, and we want to
thank all of you for sending us your precious children. They have been academically focused, respectful, and continue to develop their wings.
Whether your student is transitioning to seventh or
eighth grade next year, they will encounter new
academic challenges. Truly, their new grade-level
experience will build upon the strong foundations
set at their previous grade level. As I would encourage for every student, please sign up for our Summer Math Boot Camp courses to strengthen concepts, and stay current with your new learning.
Also, I would be remiss if I didn’t impress upon
you to visit the Events Calendar, located on the last
page of the newsletter, for all the activities for the
months of May and June.
As for our eighth graders, we bid you a Falcon
Creek farewell. As you prepare to enter high school
with its new challenges and expectations, I am confident that the staff of Falcon Creek Middle School
has prepared you for this next chapter in your educational career. We have enjoyed watching you
develop as students and human beings, and I want
to thank you for making this year a memorable one
for me and the staff. For the past three years
we have endeavored to prepare you with knowledge
and a keen sense of identity. We hope your academic self-esteem has been heightened as well as your
curiosity for learning. Please take the values instilled by your teachers, and the wonderful relationships you’ve enjoyed for the past three years, and
open your mind to your next world of possibilities.
The world of high school is also glorious! Truly, we
will miss you all!
Parents, we would like to solicit your support in
reinforcing the importance of your child maintaining high behavioral expectations until the final day
of school. It is tempting for some of our Falcons to
―disengage from learning‖ as they transition to their
next grade. As the weather warms up, the urge to
wear clothing that is inappropriate increases. The
staff will be monitoring dress code violations more
closely during the next month. Also, fighting, harassment, and/or cyber bullying will NOT be tolerated. There are enrichment experiences, and culminating events – such as field trips, Elitch Gardens,
the eighth-grade dance, and Awards Night – in
which we want students to participate. Please note:
any disruptive behavior that leads to an out-ofschool suspension may result in the student not
being allowed to participate.
In closing, I am honored to have served as your
principal during my seventh year. This year has
been one of learning, leading, and establishing
strong community relationships, as we collectively
addressed many challenging issues. Once again, we
have maintained the tradition of academic excellence that our families have come to expect and
appreciate. We anxiously await the beginning of
the next school year when we may work with all of
you and your remarkable children. Please examine
the Falcon Creek School Day Schedule, provided
on page 3, as you plan for the 2012-2013 School
Year.
Fondly,
John G. Kennedy, Ph.D.
Principal
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FREE TUTORING
FALCON CREEK EXTENDED LEARNING . . .
Falcon Creek Teachers are available to help you
with Reading, Writing, Basic Math, Organization,
Note Taking, and Test-Taking Skills.
All grades are welcome. Just stop by and sign in
whenever you need help.
WHEN:
MONDAY
TUESDAY
7:05-7:45 am
3:00-3:50 pm
7:05-7:45 am
3:00-3:50 pm
Not Available on Wednesdays
THURSDAY
7:05-7:45 am
3:00-3:50 pm
FRIDAY
7:05-7:45 am
3:00-3:50 pm
Please note: Extended Learning is NOT offered
on WEDNESDAYS; the last day for Extended Learning: May 25, 2012.
WHERE:
LIBRARY
LIBRARY NEWS . . .
END-OF-YEAR NEWS
 Overdue notices will be run on a weekly basis to update students throughout May.
 All library books are due on Friday, May 18th.
 Textbooks are due Thursday, May 24th.
 The Library will be closed after May 18th for the end-of-year
inventory. Exceptions will be made for academic needs.
Summer Reading = Academic Success!!
Did you know that reading over the summer maintains and improves your reading skills? Studies suggest that reading as few as
six books over the summer can maintain your reading level. On
May 17, we will have a librarian from the Smoky Hill Library come
to our school to share the Teen Summer Reading Program that
runs from June 4th—July 30th. There will be many exciting activities, so join the fun and become an awesome reader!
Library Hours:
7:45 am – 2:55 pm on Wednesdays
6:55 am – 3:50 pm on Mondays,
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Your Media Center Staff:
Teacher Librarian—Jill Wood
720-886-7730
BOOK REPLACEMENT COSTS
Paperbacks: $10
Hardback:
$25
Permabound:
$15
Charges will vary with damaged books
Yearbook Distribution
ALL FEES AND FINES MUST BE PAID BEFORE A STUDENT RECEIVES HIS/HER YEARBOOK.
There is a limited supply of yearbooks, so if you haven’t yet purchased one, please do so as soon as
possible. The Spring time price is $35.00 and they can be purchased any time through the bookkeeper,
Ms. Holland.
For students who do not have any fines, distribution of yearbooks is as follows: Eighth-grade students
will receive their yearbooks on June 4th. Sixth- and seventh-grade students will receive their yearbooks
on June 5th.
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2012-2013 FALCON CREEK SCHOOL DAY SCHEDULE . . .
 School Day Schedule for 2012-2013
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Extended Learning: 7:05 to 7:45 am
Breakfast: 7:40 to 7:55 am
Students may enter School: 7:45 to 7:55 am
First Bell: 7:50 am
School Day: 7:55 am to 2:55 pm
Regular Buses Depart: 3:05 pm
Extended Learning: 3:00 to 3:50 pm
After School Activities: 3:00 to 3:50 pm
Late Buses Depart: 4:05 pm
 Bell Schedule
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1st Period:
2nd Period:
3rd Period:
4th Period:
5th Period:
6th Period:
7th Period:
8th Period:
7:55 to 8:45
8:48 to 9:38
9:41 to 10:31
10:34 to 11:24 - 6th Grade Lunch
11:27 to 12:17 - 8th Grade Lunch
12:20 to 1:10 - 7th Grade Lunch
1:13 to 2:02
2:05 to 2:55
HAVE YOU MOVED OR CHANGED YOUR PHONE NUMBER?
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A formal withdrawal process is required if your
(located South of Thunder Ridge MS & Eaglecrest HS),
student will be leaving Falcon Creek during the
720-886-7480 or at the West Side Admissions Office,
school year. A parent’s signature is required on
9150 East Union Ave., 720-554-4550.
the withdrawal form. The new school will ask to
In either case, please provide a copy of your Warranty Deed/
see this form, along with your students’ immuniza- Deed of Trust/Bill of Sale or Lease Agreement when changtion records when you enroll with them.
ing your address within the District.
If you are moving within the Falcon Creek attendance
Report cards, letters, and other mailings from the school will
area, please contact Wendi Hodack, Registrar, at 720not be delayed if your address is correct with the District.
886-7813, and she will help you update your address.
Please remember also, if you change your phone numbers,
If you are moving within the Cherry Creek School District contact the Registrar to update this information.
attendance area, please change your address at the
East Side Admissions Office, 5416 S. Riviera Way
8TH GRADE END-OF-YEAR CELEBRATIONS . . .
Time has gone by so quickly and the end of the ―middle school experience‖ is approaching. Congratulations to all of our students in the Falcon Creek class of 2012!
Our 2012 Graduating Class has two very special events to look forward to before we say a final goodbye. The Eighth-Grade Dance is to be held on Friday, June 1, 2012, and the Eighth-Grade Trip to Elitch Gardens
will be taken on Tuesday, June 5, 2012.
These events are a celebration of all the hard work and appropriate behavior that our Falcons have demonstrated throughout the year. Permission to participate in these events also adds an extra incentive for our Falcons to
continue to focus on achievement and proper behavior until their very last day of school.
With this in mind, as of Friday, April 20, 2012, any student making a behavior choice that leads to an out-ofschool suspension may be denied the opportunity to participate in these events. We strongly feel that our students understand what is expected of them. We are confident that all of our students will be able to participate
and create many lasting memories with their Falcon Creek classmates.
Many of our eighth grade students will receive awards for excellence and achievement in different areas at a
ceremony held at Grandview High School, in the Auditorium, on Thursday, May 31, 2012. The above policy will
also be in effect for the 8th Grade Awards Ceremony.
If you have any questions regarding our policy for participation in these events, please feel free to contact Russ
Marron in the Deans Office, 720-886-7740. Thank you for your continued support.
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FROM THE DEANS OFFICE . . .
DRESS CODE
As warmer weather approaches, we remind students that Falcon Creek endorses a Dress Code
which supports a positively focused learning environment for all students. Students will be asked to
modify or change their apparel if their appearance
causes a disruption to the learning environment.
This includes clothing, head wear, chains, hair
styles, and hair colors. Facial piercings are
Facial against school policy, as stated in the StuPiercing dent Agenda. If you have questions,
please refer to the Student Agenda or contact the Deans Office at 720-886-7740.
STUDENT DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP
The South Parking Lot (lower lot) is for student
drop-off and pick-up, as well as Visitor Parking.
Please understand that visitors will be parking. It is
important to keep traffic moving and not block parking spaces.
CROSSWALK REMINDER
There are many students who use the crosswalk on
South Genoa Street, on the west side of Falcon Creek,
to come and go from school each day. If you see students waiting to cross the street, please stop and let
them cross safely. Thank you for your cooperation!
TRANSPORTATION
Please remember that all students
must have an I.D. card with their assigned bus number to ride a district
school bus. Students who fail to show
an I.D. card for a total of three times
will receive a referral and may not be permitted to ride
the bus until he/she obtains a school I.D.
The West Parking Lot is for Staff and Buses only.
FOR THE SAFETY OF YOUR
CHILDREN, PLEASE FOLLOW
THESE GUIDELINES!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS . . .
FINAL EXAMS
With the end of the school year rapidly approaching, please make sure your child is prepared for exams. Final exams will begin on Tuesday, May 29, and continue on Wednesday, May 30, and Thursday, May 31.
Make-up exams will be on Friday, June 1. Students will not be allowed to take exams early, so please
be sure your child attends school on all exam days. If special arrangements must be made to make up
an exam after June 3rd, please contact your Grade-Level Administrator.
TEXTBOOK FINE DAY
During the week of May 21 Student Check-Out Day will occur. All textbooks will be checked and fines will be
assessed if books are missing or damaged. Lockers will also be assessed for damage. Any fines that are due
must be paid by Friday, June 1, 2012.
PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES
Conference day is May 4. Please see page 8 for details.
There will be no school for students on Friday, May 4
ATTENDANCE OFFICE . . . 720-886-7717
For illness or other absences, please call our attendance office by 9:00 am on the day of absence.
For early dismissals, please send a note with your child on the day of the early dismissal. Have your student
stop by the Attendance Office to get a dismissal pass between 7:35 and 7:45 am. Your student will show his/her
teacher the dismissal pass, at the appropriate time, and meet you at the Attendance window, where you will sign
your child out. Please remember that an ID is required to sign out a student. When returning to school, sign your
child back in and he/she will receive a pass back to class.
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FROM THE NURSE . . .
REMINDER
If your student has medication in the clinic (inhalers, epipens, over-the-counter medication), these must be picked
up BEFORE 11:00 am. on June 6th. Medication is not stored over the summer and will be disposed of after
school is dismissed on the 6th.
CLINIC DONATIONS
The clinic is in need of t-shirts, shorts, sweats and pants for use when students have accidents. If you have
clothes your kids have outgrown (sizes 10-16), please consider donating them to the clinic. Thank you.
ATTENTION PARENTS OF INCOMING 6th GRADERS!
Welcome to Falcon Creek! As you may have heard from your elementary school nurse,
students are now required, according to Colorado law, to have a Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) booster shot when entering 6th grade. It is expected that incoming 6th
graders will provide proof of this immunization at check-in in August. Exceptions to this
would be students who are 10 years of age (the immunization will be required once the
students turn 11 years old), or if students have had a tetanus shot within the past two
years (the immunization is required once two years have passed), or if there is a valid
medical, religious, or personal exemption on file.
DON’T FORGET THE SUNSCREEN
With warmer weather fast approaching, just a reminder to be diligent in using sunscreen. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun causes 90% of all skin cancer. Men and women in Colorado
have approximately a 30% higher rate of melanoma skin cancer than the national average. Experiencing 2 to 5 severe sunburns before the age of 20 can double the risk of melanoma later
in life. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends everyone, regardless of skin type,
use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 that protects against UVA and UVB radiation when
anticipating sun exposure lasting 20 minutes or more. Reapply every 2 hours, or after swimming, or heavy sweating, to maintain potency of the lotion. It is also helpful to avoid sun exposure on days when the UV index is greater than 11. Remember that tanning booths emit UVA radiation which is implicated in the development of cataracts, sunburns, skin cancer, and premature aging. Cosmetic self-tanning lotion is your best option if you must
have that summer glow. For more information, visit www.sunsafecolorado.org
DON’T FORGET THE HELMETS
Head injuries and concussions can have long-term consequences, and can affect a student’s performance at
school. It should be a requirement that your child always wears a helmet when biking or skateboarding.
STUDENT COUNCIL . . . .
Upcoming events:
- Friday, June 1st, 6:30—8:30pm: 8th Grade Semi-Formal
Tickets will be sold during lunch periods for $5.00 or at the door
the evening of the dance for $7.00. This is a semi-formal event
and students should have appropriate attire to enter (no jeans or
t-shirts). This year’s theme is ―Old Hollywood‖.
Student Council is open to all students. Come
join the fun! Meetings are held every Tuesday
after school in room E217.
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NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY . . .
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Falcon Creek goes to
Washington, D.C.
Parent Meeting:
April 30
6:30 pm
Falcon Creek Library
Families that register by
June 6, 2012, will be locked into the
current trip price of
$1,616.00
The 2013 8th grade Washington, D.C., trip will
be May 2-6, 2013. Students will leave after
school on May 2nd, and will miss school on May
6th.
There will be an informational parent meeting to
share the details about the trip on April 30th, at
6:30 pm in the Falcon Creek Library. This
meeting is for any current 7th grade student
and their parents who will be at Falcon Creek for
their 8th grade year, the 2012-2013 school
year.
If you have any questions,
please email Carol Summers at:
[email protected]
FROM FOOD SERVICE: LUNCH LOANS
Dear Families,
Beginning Monday, May 7, 2012, lunch loans will end for this school
year. Student meal accounts will not be allowed to go into a negative
balance for the remainder of the school year. If a student does not have
enough money in their meal account, they will receive an alternative
meal (cheese sandwich and milk at lunch or toast and milk at breakfast)
at no charge, until their lunch account is replenished or cash is brought
for their meals. We do this at the end of the school year to attempt to
clear all negative balances from student meal accounts.
Sincerely,
Cherry Creek Schools Food and Nutrition Services
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FROM THE COUNSELING OFFICE . . .
Corbin Woodward:
Stephany Garbett:
Tami Gastineau:
720-886-7722
720-886-7723
720-886-7720
7th Grade and AIM
6th and 8th Grade (except for AIM students)
Counseling/SAS Secretary
PARENT/TEACHER INTERVENTION CONFERENCES ON MAY 4, 2012
The focus of our upcoming May 4th conferences is to review students’ academic progress in his/her current
intervention class(es). The intervention teacher will review available data, progress towards annual yearly goals,
and discuss additional academic options. Since the purpose of the conference is to review current intervention
classes only, other academic teachers may not be in attendance.
There will be NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, May 4th.
SECOND SEMESTER FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE
I. GOALS:
 To teach students how to prepare for finals.
 To provide a comprehensive review of major concepts taught during second semester.
 To provide students with the experience of taking final exams.
II. FRAMEWORK FOR FINAL EXAMS:
 All make-up work and long-term projects/assignments must be completed and turned in by Thursday,
May 24.
 Review for finals will be held on Friday, May 25.
 Review packets will be provided and students will receive guidance on how to use these packets to prepare for final exams.
 The final exam will count as a test grade. It will be averaged with fourth quarter grades.
 Studying for final exams will be the only homework given May 29-June 1.
 For the week of May 29, the only after-school activities will be student help sessions.
Friday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
May 25
May 29
May 30
May 31
June 1
Review for Finals
Reading and Writing
Math, Electives, Foreign Language
Science and Social Studies
Make-Up Finals
Cherry Creek School District #5
Non-Discrimination Policy
Cherry Creek School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex,
or handicap in its programs and activities.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries
regarding the non-discrimination policies at the building level:
Dr. Robyn Duran, Assistant Principal
Falcon Creek Middle School
6100 S. Genoa St.
Aurora, CO 80016
720-886-7712
The District level person to contact is:
Dr. Tera Helmon, Educational Services Center
4700 S. Yosemite Street
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
720-554-4527
This non-discrimination policy covers: Title VI, Title VII, Title IX,
Sexual Harassment, Section 504, Americans with Disabilities Act.
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BAND/ORCHESTRA PERFORMANCES . . .
The Falcon Creek community is invited to attend the following performances of Falcon Creek’s
music ensembles:
Wednesday, May 9
Thursday, May 17
Wednesday, May 23
Thursday, May 31
Band I and Jazz Band Concert, 7:00 pm, in the FCMS Cafetorium
Orchestra Concert, 7:00 pm in the FCMS Cafetorium
Band II and III Concert, 7:00 pm - Grandview Auditorium
Jazz Band @ 8th Grade Awards Night, 6:30 pm at GHS Auditorium
CHOIR CONCERTS . . .
Spring Concert—All Choirs
Wednesday, May 16, 2012, 7:00 pm FMS Cafetorium
Falconaires
Friday, May 18th
Performing Arts Consultants Vocal Competition
Field Trip—Elitch Gardens
FMS ATHLETIC SCHEDULE . . .
VOLLEYBALL
8th Grade
Tues. 5/1
Tues. 5/8
Tues. 5/15
Thurs. 5/17
LMS @ FMS
FMS @ SVMS
FMS @ LIB
CMS @ FMS
6th Grade
Mon. 4/30
Tues. 5/15
Thurs. 5/17
Tues. 5/22
Thurs. 5/24
First Practice
LIB @ FMS
FMS @ CMS
TMS @ FMS
FMS @ PMS
The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office was pleased
to announce that seven students from Falcon
Creek Middle School had their art work selected
for seven of the thirteen posters needed for their
2013 calendar focusing on National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. The students who received this honor are: Taliesun Landrey (not pictured), Juliana
Moore, Jordan Nelsch, Tyler Nguyen, Emma Rarden, Naomi Ross, and Allison Willey. Also participating
in the program were: Israel Alvarado, Joan Herting, Howard Krames, and Erykah Smith. The students
are pictured with Dr. Kennedy, principal, and Fran Flicker, art teacher.
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PTO INFORMATION . . .
General Mills Box Tops for Education
2011/2012 was a record-smashing year for our Box Tops fundraiser! Much appreciation to our
fabulous students and their families, as well as our wonderful Falcon Creek staff who collected
over 21,500 Box Tops this year which raised over $3,000!
It's not too early to start clipping Box Tops for the next school year! Student Council will sponsor
two contests during the 2012-13 school year. One contest will be the 9th Annual Lunch/
Seminar Class Box Tops Contests that will take place over next Fall and Winter. More details will
follow in future issues of the Falcon Creek Flyer.
Do you have any Box Tops at home that you don't want lying around the house over the summer? Turn them in with
your student's name and grade level to the pink Box Tops mailbox outside the Attendance Window and they will count
toward next year's contests! Check out the Box Tops website for a current list of all participating products:
www.boxtops4education.com. Questions regarding this fundraiser? Call Galen Collins at 720-886-7653.
A BIG THANK YOU FROM THE PTO. . .
Thanks to all our wonderful parents and community members for their countless volunteer
hours. It is because of your efforts that we were
able to fund our teacher grants and help fund the
extended learning program! Whether you’ve volunteered for a book fair, helped in one of our classrooms, helped with our magazine sale, or helped
at check-in, all of us on the Board are truly humbled. YOU make our school terrific. We truly appreciate you. I personally have been very fortunate to work with such special individuals. Thank
you also to our wonderful Falcon Creek administrators, teachers, and staff for all of your help and
support throughout the year.
This year we were able to fund over $20,000 in
grants.
We are asking our parents to
refrain from delivering flower
and balloon bouquets and
stuffed animals to your son/
daughter here at Falcon Creek.
We recognize how important celebrations are for
your child; however, deliveries take up valuable
time from staff and can cause a disruption in the
classroom and hallways.
Thank you so much for your cooperation and
support.
Falcon Creek Administration
Aurora Stein
2011-2012 PTO President
FALCON CREEK PTO MEETING
Library Conference Room
May 10th at 9:30 am
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PTO INFORMATION . . . (continued)
Attention All Parents:
We are looking for a few committee members for the upcoming school year. Serving on the Falcon Creek PTO
board is very easy without being time consuming. We hold only four general PTO meetings a year. Please contact a board member listed below if you are interested in becoming part of a committee.
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Position
Nominees for Position
Email
Co-President
Aurora Stein
[email protected]
Co-President
Tim Weber
[email protected]
Co-Vice President
De-De Fox Birdwell
[email protected]
Co-Vice President
OPEN
Co-Second Vice President
John Kennedy
[email protected]
Co-Second Vice President
Co-Treasurer
Maria Matney
[email protected]
Co-Treasurer
OPEN
Co-Secretary
OPEN
Co-Secretary
OPEN
In addition, the following committee head positions are available for next year. Please keep in mind that you can
always co-chair any of these committees with a friend!
Committee
Name
Albertson’s
Aurora Stein
Book Fair
Cathleen Lave
Box Tops
Aurora Stein/
Student Council
Campbell’s Labels – sort, count, and mail in labels. Aurora Stein
Funds benefit PE department.
Directory
Tim Weber
Hospitality (we need two co-chairs)
OPEN
Legislative Network – Attend district Legislative
monthly meetings and report back to PTO
Josephine Moore
Magazine Sale
Tammy Jordan
Magazine Co-Chair – work with magazine representative during the 6 weeks the sale will run
OPEN
Parent’s Council – attend monthly district meetings Aurora Stein
on Tuesday mornings and report to PTO
Tim Weber
PIN Representative – attend monthly district meetings on Monday mornings and report to PTO
Aurora Stein
Spirit Night Coordinator
OPEN
Co –OPEN
Volunteering can be easy, fun and rewarding. Even one
hour can help. It really does make a difference!
Magazine
Subscription
Renewals
Please wait to renew magazines until the
Falcon Creek annual fundraiser begins in
the fall
It’s never too early to plan! Once again, this
coming fall of the 2012-2013 school year we
will be conducting our Magazine and Gift sale
fundraiser. The money we raise funds grant
requests from our teachers that directly benefit
classroom programs, supplies, and activities for
our students.
You Can Help:
 Plan to give Magazine Subscriptions as
gifts this coming year
 Renewal orders will extend current subscriptions regardless of expiration dates
 DO NOT renew your current subscriptions through renewal cards in the mail
– wait for the sale to start at Falcon
Creek.
Thank you in advance for your support!
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JOIN THE FALCON CREEK ACCOUNTABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE . . .
FCMS Accountability Committee
The Falcon Creek Accountability Committee meets on the third Thursday evening
of every month, in the Library from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm, during the school year
except in December. We are composed of parents, administrators, teachers, and
community members who are interested in the continued success of students at
Falcon Creek.
The committee receives reports and updates from the principal and administrators on a variety of issues concerning Falcon Creek, including scheduling, safety,
and curriculum, among others. The committee reviews test score data, the Unified Improvement Plan (UIP) and the budget proposal for the upcoming school
year. We also send a representative to the monthly Cherry Creek Accountability
meetings.
Meeting Dates:
(6:30—8:00 pm)
May 17, 2012
September 20, 2012
October 18, 2012
November 15, 2012
NO December Meeting
January 17, 2013
February 21, 2013
March 21, 2013
April 18, 2013
May 16, 2013
Please join us! Hear and have input into what is happening at Falcon Creek. If you have any questions, please
contact the chair, Edward Simmons, at [email protected], or call 303-947-2845. We look forward to
having you join us and become part of the board.
Position
Chair
Co-Chair
Secretary
DAC Representative*
Name
Edward Simmons
OPEN
OPEN
Josephine Moore
Email
[email protected]
Phone
303-947-2845
303-680-8740
*DAC Representative is responsible for attending District meetings and reporting to the Falcon Creek
Board.
CCSD SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS . . .
Monday, May 14, 2012
Monday, June 18, 2012
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
The Challenge School
Liberty Middle School
ACADEMIC HONOR CODE . . .
A committee of Falcon Creek teachers wrote the Academic Honor Code for Falcon Creek Middle School during the 20022003 school year. To establish a foundation for their work, the committee reviewed Honor Code policies from other
schools and studied research on adolescent character and ethical development.
The Honor Code framework is based on the following philosophical understandings and agreements: Honesty is essential to learning; Honorable conduct requires a team effort from teachers, students, and parents; and With our choices come
consequences, both positive and negative.
The Honor Code is written in your student’s Agenda. We encourage you to review it with your student.
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UPCOMING SUMMER EVENTS
Transition Class for Incoming 6th-Grade Students . . .
This class is designed to assist in the transition from elementary to middle school. The class is offered from Tuesday, July 31st through Thursday, August 2nd, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Please bring a sack lunch each day.
Pre-registration is required in May. The details about this class are on pages 22-23.
New Family Orientation . . .
Friday, August 3rd or Tuesday, August 7th at 9:00
a.m.
This meeting is especially for families of 6th, 7th,
and 8th graders who are new to the Cherry Creek
School District and/or students who have not registered for classes yet. You need to attend only one
meeting. Both meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are
held in the Library. Please call 720-886-7813 and
leave your information to reserve your spot for this
meeting.
Open House for 6th-Grade
Students and Parents . . .
Thursday, August 16 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm
This is an opportunity for you
and your child to become familiar with the school and to
walk through your child’s
schedule. It is also a time to
informally meet your student’s
teachers.
New Family Orientation for new 7th & 8th Graders
Thursday, August 16th from 9:00-11:30 am
The purpose of this half-day orientation is to help make the transition to Falcon Creek a positive experience. This
opportunity is open to 7th and 8th graders that are new to Falcon Creek for the 2012/2013 school year. Counselors will facilitate activities to help students meet staff members and other fellow students. They will provide a review of our student information system and the on-line class resource system. Students will receive their schedule
and tour the building.
Student Check-In Dates . . .
Bring completed forms from the Information Packet that will be mailed to you at the end of July. For sixth-grade
students, immunization documentation must be presented at this time. Check-In CANNOT be completed without
immunization documentation.
Tuesday, August 7
Wednesday, August 8
Thursday, August 9
Monday, August 13
8th Grade
7th Grade
6th Grade
Make-up (all grades)
12:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m.
10:00 am—11:30 a.m. and 12:30 pm—2:00 pm
9:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.
SIXTH GRADE WEB/SOAR Orientation . . .
What is SOAR Day? SOAR Day, on Friday, August 17,
from 7:45 am to 12:00 pm. Please see the flyer on page 25.
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
FOR ALL STUDENTS:
MONDAY, AUGUST 20
7:55 a.m. to 2:55 p.m.
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Farewell to Falcon Creek
A little over six years ago I hit the lottery. My winnings
weren’t monetary—there were no new cars, mansions, or trips
around the world—rather, my winnings took the form of the
bonds I made with the students, staff, parents, and community of
Falcon Creek Middle School.
I often think about how blessed I have been to serve as an
assistant principal at Falcon Creek Middle School. While Falcon Creek is undeniably a beautiful school with an outstanding
reputation for academic excellence, it is the people, that walk
through the doors each day, that truly make this school special—it is the people (the students, staff, parents, and community), which make up a large part, of what I consider, my extended
family.
Reminiscing on our shared experiences, sorrows, and celebrations is what makes saying ―good-bye‖ so bittersweet
for me. This spring will mark my last year as the assistant principal of Falcon Creek Middle School. Starting in July, I
will embark on a new journey as the incoming Executive Director of Excellence and Equity. While I am excited at the
opportunity to work with a broad range of educational partners, I am also quite saddened at the loss I will experience as I
leave my Falcon Creek ―home‖.
I believe people come into our lives and hearts for a reason, a season, or a lifetime. Undoubtedly, the relationships I
have made with the people of Falcon Creek Middle School will impact my life and impress a mark on the memories of
my experiences that I will treasure forever. Thank you, Falcon Creek!
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OUR AURORA SCHOLARS . . .
The Aurora City Council honored more than 450 students
from 93 schools in Aurora through its fourth annual Aurora
Scholars program.
Students in Cherry Creek Schools, Aurora Public Schools,
and other Aurora educational facilities were recognized at
the following ceremonies:
* April 10, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Cherokee Trail High School
* April 26, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Hinkley High School
The program, designed to identify those students who
strongly contributed to the life and community of their rePictured left to right: Dr. Kennedy, Destiny Humphrey (6th spective school, was created as a way for the city of Aurora,
grade), Lily Le (7th grade), and Terrell Russell (8th grade) schools and families to come together to celebrate the
achievements of Aurora’s future leaders.
Targeting grades 1 to 12, the program recognizes one student from every grade in every school building in Aurora. Selection of students is conducted by the school principals, who may receive input from teachers and guidance counselors. The program aims to honor not just those who excel academically, but also those who may be
excellent athletes, great citizens, dedicated volunteers or otherwise make significant contributions within the
school community.
Please welcome Michael Hanson,
Falcon Creeks newest Assistant Principal.
Hi, I am Michael Hanson; I have been in education for 18 years. I have taught science, math, technology, and physical education. I was also a Dean at Prairie Middle
School. The past 4 years I have been an Assistant Principal at Liberty Middle
School.
My undergraduate work is from Metropolitan
State College, and my postgraduate degree is
from University of Colorado at Denver.
My interests include tennis, basketball, and
fly-fishing (if I have time). Most of my free time
is spent running my son to his basketball games
or practices. My son is in middle school and I
enjoy watching him grow as a student and in
height.
My favorite quote is from Dr. Martin Luther
King Jr. ―The ultimate measure of man is not
where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.‖
I look forward to meeting the parents, staff,
Mr. Michael Hanson
and students of Falcon Creek in the near future.
Assistant Principal
Erica Adamiak,
Special Education Teacher,
has completed her
Master’s Program.
Congratulations, Erica!
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ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, AND ORGANIZATIONS FOR THE 2012-2013 SCHOOL YEAR . . .
Falcon Creek Middle School offers activities, clubs, and organizations which are open to all students. Meetings are
held on designated days, usually after school, and are supervised and sponsored by Falcon Creek teachers. Students are dismissed by 3:50 p.m. to ride late buses, unless other arrangements are made by sponsors and/or parents. We encourage students to participate in all activities that interest them. Mr. Russ Marron, Athletic and Activities Director, can be contacted at 720-886-7740.
Teachers at Falcon Creek are offering the following clubs this school year:
DESTINATION IMAGINATION: Meets
in Room E202, Thursdays from 3:053:55. Students will learn creative
processes, written and verbal communication skills, and develop inquiry
and strategy skills using their
strengths and talents. (Closer to
competition we will meet on Tuesdays as well). Students will participate in regional competitions during
the school year.
Contact: Beth True, 720-886-7642
MATH LEAGUE (6th GRADE): Meets
in E203, Mondays, 3:00-3:50 pm.
Students will solve challenging problems and participate in monthly district competitions.
Contact: Ms. Rachel Ritter, 720-8867633.
SOAR (WEB): SOAR is an orientation
program for 8th grade student leaders to help incoming 6th grade students adjust to Falcon Creek Middle
School. SOAR members sponsor activities for 6th graders during the
year, as well as assist at Back-toSchool Night, ELA Night, check-in and
MATH LEAGUE (GRADES 7 & 8):
other school events.
Meets in Room E132, Mondays, 3:00 Contact: Mr. Corbin Woodward, 720-3:50 pm. Students will participate in 886-7722
individual and team competitions
while solving math problems in the
SPELLING BEE: Meets in Room
DRAMA CLUB: Meets in Room A288, Cherry Creek School District math
W220, Wednesdays from 7:00-7:30
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:00-3:50 proficiency areas. Intra-district meets am. Students will study and practice
pm. Students will be working on
occur once or twice a month.
spelling words for district and state
technical aspects of a production
Contact: Ms. Galen Collins, 720- 886 competition.
company in preparation for a play.
-7653
Contact: TBA
Contact: Mr. Matt Vigil, 720-8867657
NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY: STUDENT COUNCIL: Student Council
Meets in Room E209, second and
sponsors school dances, spirit days,
fourth Wednesday of each month
JAZZ BAND: Meets in Room A282
fundraisers, carnation sales, the
from 7:10-7:40 am. Members dis(Instrumental Music Room) every
school store, and performs communicuss and participate in activities reMonday from 3:00-3:50 pm. Jazz
ty service. Open to all students.
Band is a musical group for advanced lated to citizenship, leadership, schol- Meets in room E217.
arship, and character.
players. The band plays various
Contact: Ms. Galen Collins 720-886Contact: Ms. Pauline Matson, 720styles of big band Jazz, including
7653
886-7647
Swing, Rock, and Latin.
Contact: Mr. Royce Ehrle, 720-886YEARBOOK: Yearbook staff creates
7709
SCIENCE CLUB: Meets in Room
the Falcon Creek Yearbook, by writing
E204, Tuesdays, 3:00-3:50 pm. Stu- about and photographing the year’s
dents will use the scientific method to school activities.
MATH COUNTS: Meets in Room
E217, Mondays, 3:00-3:50. Students create and perform their own experi- Contact: Mrs. Lara Long, 720-886ments as well as conduct group inparticipate in a National Middle
7820
vestigations into science topics of
School Mathematics contest.
Contact: Ms. Galen Collins, 720-886- their choice.
Contact: Ms. Leslie Myer, 720-8867653
7644
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Falcon Creek Voice Mail Extensions
To leave a voice mail message please dial: 720-88X-XXXX
TEACHERS
67651 Adamiak, Erica, SAS, C103
67662 Alavi, Afarin, Autism TA
67678 Altman, Diane, Reading, W219
67758 Arbuthnot, Peggy, SS, M3R2
67671 Black, Sena, L.A., W205
67752 Burdine, Maria,ELA, C214
67753 Chambers, Tracy, O.T.
67673 Charleston, Laurie, Sci, W212
67703 Cleaver, John, PE, A221
67653 Collins, Galen, Math, E217
67660 Cox, Louis, ILC TA
67706 Croft, Nancy, PE, A220
67732 Cummings, Julie, Tech., C211
67652 Danneberg, Julie, Read., E216
67635 Daugherty, Danielle, Read, E115
67640 Davidson, Katie, Math, E132
67632 Dickerson, Pat, Sci., E112
67656 Ehrle, Royce, Inst. Music, A282
67757 Esquibel, Molly, SS, M3R1
67668 Fleckenstein, Estelle, Math, W202
67658 Flicker, Frances, Art, A289
67755 Fregoso, Luz, For. Lang., M2R1
67759 Ganguli, Greg, SS, M4R1
67663 Gardner, Michelle, SAS, W119
67662 Gordon, Becky, Autism, W113
67660 Harris, Linda, SAS TA
67639 Henn, Daniella, Sci., E122
67669 Hernandez, Erin, Reading, W203
67681 Hutchens, Barbara, W231
67787 Jurcisin, Kelly, SAS, W118
67641 Kelleher, Kim, AVID/SAS E201
67680 Kozlowski, Amy, Sci., W221
67643 Lee, Katie, Math, E203
67756 Long, Lara, Tech/Sp, M2R2
67833 Manion-Towner, Mel, Sp/Lang
67660 Martens, Jennifer, ILC TA
67647 Matson, Pauline, LA, E209
67655 May, Lori, Vocal Music, A278
67550
67829
67737
67644
67677
67663
67637
67633
67649
67676
67636
67670
67628
67654
67679
67638
67642
67630
67657
67675
67659
67646
67674
67627
67629
67634
67648
McIntyre, Jamie, SAS, E214
Meyer, Linda, ILC, W112
Mitchell, Ruth, G/T
Myer, Leslie, Sci, E204
Oscai, Sara, Math, W218
Reed, Merridy, BD TA
Reid, John, Math, E120
Ritter, Rachel, Math, E113
Rosh, Tom, SS, E211
Schmidt, Paige, Writing, W215
Schmitz, Jim, SS, E119
Stamm, Sara, Sci., W204
Summers, Carol, SS, E102
Summers, Catherine, SS, E230
Swisher, Anne, Reading, W220
Taylor, Stacey, Writing, E121
True, Beth, Math, E202
Tusa, Steve, Sci, E104
Vigil, Matthew, Rdg/Drama, A288
Wahlborg, Amanda, Writing, W214
Wahlborg, Kirk, A. Tech., W103
Wiley, Shannon, Sci., E208
Wilkins, Shari, SAS, W213
Winslow, Kim, LA, E101
Woods, Laura, Writing, E103
Zitek, Megan, Reading, E114
Zucker, Patrick, SS, W210
ADMINISTRATION
67711 Dr. John G. Kennedy, Principal
67710 Lisa Ruiz, A.P.
67712 Dr. Robyn Duran, A.P.
67714 Sara Ramirez, Office Manager
67745 Terry Doyle, Admin. Secretary
ATTENDANCE
67717 Pat Felker
COUNSELORS
67725 Sharon Schmidt, COSA
67722 Corbin Woodward
67723 Stephany Garbett
67720 Tami Gastineau, Admin./
Counseling/SpEd Secretary
DEANS
67742 Russ Marron, Dean
67743 Brett Castillo, Dean
67740 Lori Greenan, Secretary
CAFETERIA
67726 Susan Collins, Manager
CLINIC
67766 Glenda Kauffman, R.N.
67766 Suzette Randolph, Assistant
LIBRARY
67731 Jill Wood, Media Specialist
MENTAL HEALTH TEAM
67724 Kathryn Jens, Ph.D., Psychologist
67741 Harun Hazim, MSW
REGISTRAR
67813 Wendi Hodack
SECURITY
67702 Jerry Jones, Lead Security
67702 Chuck Guidice
67702 Leslie Donnelly
67740 SRO, Arapahoe County

Honor a Teacher or Staff Member with a FOUNDATION DONATION . . .
At this special time of year, consider honoring a teacher or staff member with a gift to the Cherry Creek Schools Foundation. This is a great way to support the district and recognize the extra efforts of a great teacher or staff member. A special
card will be sent to the honoree acknowledging your donation in their honor.
(Please print)
Teacher/Staff Member:
School:
Gift From:
Your Address:
Phone #:
Mail with your check made payable to:
Cherry Creek Schools Foundation, 4700 S. Yosemite, Suite 130, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 (720)554-4429
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FMS SUMMER MATH BOOTCAMP
Registration form:
Student Name:
Current Grade:
Address:
Parent Name:
Contact #:
Please indicate the math class you are signing up for (circle one):
1. Computation Calisthenics
2. Proportional Push-Ups
3. Algebraic Aerobics
Important information:
Please attach your check for $175.00, made payable to FALCON CREEK MIDDLE
SCHOOL and mail the application and check to Ms. Brett Castillo, Summer School
Administrator, Falcon Creek Middle School, 6100 S. Genoa Street, Aurora, CO
80016. If you have any questions call Ms. Brett Castillo, at 720-886-7743.
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QUARTER 3 HONOR ROLL . . .
6th Grade
Honorable Mention
Kinanah Alquatli
Jace Baldwin
Alexander Bork
Kane Bruce
Joshua Caleb
Dayanna Caloca
Kamrin Cohen Drawe
Sarah Costello Murray
Mikaela Dailey
Hanna Dotson
Caroline Edge
Erick Estudillo Lavalle
Elizabeth Forberg
Noah Fry
Clarissa Garza
Brooklyn Goodwin
Adam Graves
Alexander Hammock
Sydney Herman
Tate Holleran
Elias Holzheimer
Destiny Humphrey
Benjamin Humphries
Alexandra Ioannides
Paul Kim
Reece Kim
Luka Labudovic
Jackson Liming
Fiona Maualaivao
Tayler McGuire
Ravyn Mendoza
Schneider
Dyelle Montgomery
William Myers
Rediate Negash
David Nguyen
Ivy Nickles
Jack Nystrom
Caitlin O'Donnell
Wyatt Pierce
Izabel Poirier
Sadie Porter
Zoe Preskorn
Erik Robinson
William Schneider
Sahil Shah
Caitlin Smith
Tanner Smith
Tyler Spears
Sumanth Talanki
Kyle Tatlock
Leland Taylor
Sydney Taylor
Darya Tehrani
Anders Thompson
Faith Tisby
Kristofer Vitry
Noah Vogel
Rachel Wachter
Alexander Watters
Kyle Webber
Sarah Yohannes
Matthew Laforte
Anders Lamphere
Soultana Liberatore
Kierston Margetts Regan
Zain Mian
Grant Miller
Juliana Moore
Reychel Morris
Olivia Neddermeyer
Hayden Nickles
Ryan Norrie
Seth Ocampo
Christina Pham
Diana Pham
Kitana Piansiaksone
Melissa Rinaldo
Megan Roe
Juan Ruiz
Peyton Rutkowski
John Salame
Carly Schwulst
Kyle Schwulst
6th Grade
Emily Shonka
Honor Roll
Alan Abila
Kyle Smith
Taylor Allison
Samantha Stewart
Lucas Ansel
Jacob Supercynski
Adam Axinn
Luke Terwilliger Lafla
Annika Bhandari
Noah Tewahade
Katelyn Bieker
Kyle Towstik
Hannah Brooks
Kim Tran
Graycee Carlton
Darius Tucker
In Ji Chung
Tamatane Tuitele
Madison Depakakibo
Brynn Tully
Samantha Dilenschneider Angelica Vance
Preston Ederhoff
Jackson Vann
Amos Ejuwa
Clayton Wamser
Brenne Etzel
Jaazaniah Weber
Cristian Gomez
William Wikowsky
Hazel Gonzalez Garay
Chaitanya Yammanur
Anthony Gray
Carter Harrington
6th Grade
Alexander Herbert
Principal Honor Roll
Ryan Hostetter
Ramshankar
Reid Houck
Balasubramaniyan
Linda Huang
Charisma Bartlett
Nariah Ioane
Victoria Beaver
Nicholas Johnstone
Natalie Beckman
Alicia Jones
Marjorie Berman
Ava Jones
Bre Yanna Broughton
Ariel Kennedy
Cole Crader
Laura Kennedy
Emily Crist
Jackson Kibbee
Jeremiah Davidson
Malia Kim
Bethel Gashaw
Ye Chan Kim
Tess Inhelder
Carol Johnson
Jordan Knapke
Kathryn Laforte
Skylar Le
Kaileen Lempp
Alexisa Markwirth
Dominic Mata
Megan Matthews
Namita Pasupuleti
Daniel Pritchard
Morgan Quimby
Beau Ranieri
Caroline Robbins
Morgan Rutkowski
Caecilia Sarnowski
Jordan Smaha
Orlie Suverza Baek
Morgan Szarka
Justin Thomas
Michele Webster
Niah Wilson
Payton Wolf
Katherine Wright
Josephine Lubbers
Kohltin Lund
Patrick Malm
Cambrianna Miller
Evan Miller
Julie Monington
Tu Khuyen Nguyen
Elyssa Perez
Byron Pritchard
Emma Rarden
Brooke Robertson
Naomi Ross
Connor Saari
Jada Sachetti
Lauren Sanchez
Victoria Savage
Brandon Stein
Cierra Vigil
Kammara Williams
Linda Yang
7th Grade
Honor Roll
7th Grade
Honorable Mention
Justin Adams
Malek Alquatli
Emily Baker
Patrick Carney
Litos Castro
Richard Charles JR
Madeline Dawes
Rachel Fogleman
Sarah Fradkin
Matthew Francois
Nathaniel Franklin
Tiffany Fuller
Raegan Haefele
Julia Han
Joan Herting
Kaley Ireland
Crystal Jackson
Braedon James
Jennica Johnson
Jacob Kahn
Carly Kissel
Hannah Klopfer
Arabella Lazzara
Gavin Livingston
Ethan Andrew
Miquela Black
Brasharra Broughton
Kennede Brown
Noah Brown
Stacy Burger
Rebecca Carroll
Erin Cieraszynski
Kayleigh Cornell
Alana Davis
Christina Eidt
Jack Eldred
Breanne Estrada
Ryan Feller
Stormi Garcia
Umar Haroon
Breeahna Hayes
Jack Hellier
Dereck Helms
Ryan Herringshaw
Abigail Inzana
Bridget Jensen
Julia Johnson
Sylvia Johnson
Tristan Kim
Girija Kulkarni
Immanuel Kyun
Gunnar Lamphere
Shelby Lee
Jacqueline Leindecker
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QUARTER 3 HONOR ROLL (continued). . .
Alicia Mach
Kelsey Masters
Trevor Maus
Max Mccoy
Savannah Morris
Gabrielle Nguyen
Thuy Nguyen
Tyler Nguyen
Nicholas Nitzsche
Calvin Reid
Savannah Reyes
William Ritter
Shelby Seeley
Kyler Sengsavath
Kaleigh Southern
Ryan Stabler
Alaura Stepina
Jin Ah Sung
Anastasiya Velychko
Charlotte Visser
Miracle Williams
Susan Wilson
Annabel Winningham
Shannelle Yick
Layba Zahid
Adam Pack
Ryan Pratt
Kailey Rabel
April Roe
Courtney Schmidt
Sara Spacek
Andrew Starr
Daniel Tingley
Sophia Ulmer
Alexandra Velazquez
Alexa Werking
Sarah Woronoff
8th Grade
Honorable Mention
Gabriela Abramovich
Colin Armstrong
Nicholas Barsody
Daniel Brown JR
Alyssa Browning
Mersadeze Bulow
Christopher Burris
Jaylin Caleb
Christopher Carney
Devon Cemer
Judith Chartrand
Lauren Chau
Ryland Clay
7th Grade
Alex Conroy
Principal Honor Roll Bailey Cook
Isabelle Aboaf
Riley Crum
Hunter Allen
Paige Cummings
Eloisa Altamira
Justin Davis
Madeline Amonick
Samantha Eisenbarth
Amanda Anderson
Jenna Gasbarro
Chaney Brugman
Marie Gonzalez
Alexander Deyanov
Garrett Goulding
Alexander Do
Kaylynn Hay
Justin Figueredo
Riley Herndon
Tyson Hays
Tara Huffman
Austin Kim
Varun Iyer
So Yeon Kim
Antonia Johnstone
Jacob Kramm
Taliesun Landrey
Jacob Lambdin
Morgan Matthews
Alexandra Lee
Kaleb McCombs
Colette Martinez
Joshua Melton
Jay Matheson
Mallory Michaud
Jason Matney
Danielle Molnar
Samuel Mauck
Nicholas Morris
Garrett Maus
Emma Mortimer
Micah Mindoro
Teya Pomeranz
Bryanna Oakley
Megan Rafferty
Curtis Robbins
Hannah Sarnowski
Logan Setser
Mackenzie Stevens
Cole Teuber
Katie Underwood
Taylor Walker
Gabriel West
Kenneth Wilson III
Kelin Yost
Lucy Zhao
8th Grade
Honor Roll
Aaron Allred
Alyssa Aragon
Katelyn Bacheller
Mackenzie Blitstein
Rosemary Callahan
Madison Carlin
Keaton Carney
Amelia Chouinard
Lily Coleman
Lacee Collier
James Cousin III
Cade Crader
Jacob Croft
Sarina Davis
Olivia De Paz
Julianna DeCocco
Jake Dosen
Timothy Fromme
Chase Hills
Cammi Huffman
Omar Jeelani
Taylor Kilbourn
Matthew Knaster
Thomas Knowlton
Courtney Kramer
Matthew Krause
Michelle Krumer
Suzi Kwon
Susan Lee
Hannah Lewis
Kayla Lewis
Madison Marshall
Whitney Marshall
Alexandra Mata
Samuel Matlin
William Mickles
Luke Monington
Elizabeth Mulligan
Trent Novak
Allison Nowak
Krishna Oung
Jengmalena Piansiaksone
Tyler Poon
Nolan Porter
Delaney Ragan
Ashley Reynolds
Ryan Riebe
Jose Rios Ochoa
Shelby Ritchlin
Justin Roach
Alexis Robbins
Hannah Rockwell
Terrell Russell
Ari Simon
Cory Smith
Joshua So
Bruno Suverza
Angela Tatulyan
Kaitlyn Taylor
Hannah Tekansik
Taylor Timm
Mikaela Vernikoff
Gregory Vitkun
Rachael Wamser
Ryan Wetherbie
Allison Willey
Marissa Wong
Victoria Woolums
Alexandra Wright
Sean Yoo
8th Grade
Principal Honor Roll
Durganili Balasubramaniyan
Rebecca Baravik
Estefania Beltran Del Rio
Mariah Bengtson
Brady Bronstine
Jane Brusilovsky
Kristin Carter
Dana Chernysheva
Joshua Choe
Taylor Crist
Abigail Duginski
Elizabeth Dupont
Benjamin Genovese
Jacob Hays
Sarah Humphries
Taylor Jamali
Melanie Jenkins
Jack Jordan
Maggie Kaiser
Kaitlyn Kane
Anna Kennedy
Sue Kim
Emily Marshall
Ashleigh Maus
Nathan Newberry
Tyler Nguyen
Aneesha Panda
Jessica Phillips
Leslie Quezada
Ethan Richardson
Racheal Rupprecht
Krista Schaff
Matthew Sciba
Loghan Thomas
Morgan Thrush
Emily Wong
April Wood
Mia Wood
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Coming
this summer
TRANSITION SESSION
for INCOMING 6th GRADE STUDENTS
Sign up
early
Falcon Creek is pleased to announce that we will offer a special three-day ―Transition Session‖ to assist your
student in feeling comfortable upon entering middle school. The fee for the Transition Session is $55.00 per
student.
This class, designed to assist in the transition of students from elementary to middle school, will address the
following topics:
Behavioral Expectations
Confidence
Group Cooperation
Listening Skills
Organization
Responsibility
Socialization
Homework
Locker Usage
School Pride / Participation
DATES:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, July 31—August 2, 11:30 am to 3:30 pm
Bring a sack lunch each day.
LOCATION:
Falcon Creek Middle School
6100 South Genoa Street
Aurora, Colorado 80016
On Tuesday, July 31, your students meet our staff at 11:30 am in the gym.
REGISTRATION:
To register your student, please complete the registration form and attach a check payable to
Falcon Creek Middle School in the amount of $55.00. Mail the registration form and check to:
Falcon Creek Middle School
6100 South Genoa Street
Aurora, Colorado 80016
Attn: Amy Kozlowski
*** REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2012 ***
MATERIALS:
Students need to bring the following items with them each day:
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Brown Bag Lunch
Spiral Notebook (1)
Coloring Materials
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Pen
Folder (1)
TRANSPORTATION: Transportation to and from school is the responsibility of each family. District transportation
will not be provided.
ATTENDANCE:
For safety purposes, we will follow normal school procedures for attendance. Once your child
is registered, we will expect him/her at school every day unless special arrangements have
been made in advance. If an emergency or illness occurs, we request that you call Falcon
Creek at 720-886-7700, and let us know. If your student is not in attendance, and we have
not received notification from you concerning an absence, you will be contacted.
This ―jump-start‖ opportunity will help students in their transition to middle school. We look forward to meeting
your student in the Falcon Creek gymnasium on Tuesday, July 31, at 11:30 am. Please contact Amy Kozlowski,
Transition Class Coordinator, at 720-886-7680, if you need further information.
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"6th Grade TRANSITION SESSION "
Registration Form
FALCON CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL
July 31—August 2, 11:30 am to 3:30 pm
Deadline For Registration: June 1, 2012
(Please Print)
Student's Name
_______________________________________________________
Last
Address
First
_______________________________________________________
Street Address
_______________________________________________________
City
State
Zip
Home Phone
_______________________________________________________
Mother's Name
_______________________________________________________
Last
Father's Name
First
_______________________________________________________
Last
First
Work Phone (Mother)_____________________________________________________
Work Phone (Father)_____________________________________________________
Elementary School_______________________________________________________
5th Grade Teacher_______________________________________________________
In Case of Emergency, please notify_________________________________________
(Name and Relationship)
Phone
________________________________________________________
**I give permission for my child to attend the Transition Session at Falcon Creek Middle
School, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, July 31—August 2, 11:30 am to 3:30 pm daily.
Parent signature__________________________________________ Date____________
**Please attach your check for $55.00 made payable to FALCON CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL
and mail the application and check to Falcon Creek Middle School, 6100 S. Genoa Street,
Aurora, CO 80016, Attn: Amy Kozlowski. If financial assistance is needed, please contact
Amy Kozlowski at 720-886-7680.
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Falcon Creek Flyer
Volume 12, Issue 6
Page 25
Current fifth-grade feeder students are cordially
invited to attend:
What is WEB/SOAR?
It is an EXCITING sixth-grade orientation program designed to Welcome EveryBody to
Falcon Creek where we value Success, Opportunity, Achievement and Respect
When is WEB/SOAR Orientation?
Friday, August 17, from 7:45 am – 12:00 pm
Where is WEB/SOAR Orientation?
at Falcon Creek Middle School
Meet in the Main Gymnasium
6100 S. Genoa St.
Aurora, CO 80016
** transportation WILL BE provided **
Students should be at their bus stop at their normal pick-up time. Your bus
Information will be mailed out by the Transportation Department.
What will we do at WEB/SOAR Orientation?
The purpose of this half-day retreat is to make the transition from elementary school to
middle school a positive one. We will walk through the school day and transition from
class to class. Eighth-grade students will serve as leaders and mentors to the sixth-grade
students. Large- and small-group activities are designed to address students’ needs and
concerns and review COLE and PowerSchool in an enjoyable manner.
What do I wear to WEB/SOAR Orientation?
Please wear comfortable clothes that allow for easy sitting, standing, and
movement.
What do I need to bring to WEB/SOAR Orientation?
Just you!!! You do not need to bring paper or pencil. All supplies needed for
activities will be provided.
We look forward to meeting you.
Hope you can make it!
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Falcon Creek Flyer
The Long-Range Facility Planning Committee unanimously recommended that the Cherry Creek School District Board of Education call for a bond issue for renovation, new technology, and security; Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) focused
facilities; and building additions, across the district at the board’s regular meeting March 12, 2012.
The $125 million bond issue would be used, in part, to fund expansions at Cherokee Trail and Grandview high schools where
enrollment already exceeds capacity. Thirty-seven million dollars also would be used for renovations and upgrades to security cameras, electrical, fire protection, HVAC and plumbing at all schools. “These maintenance projects are just like the ones people do to
keep up their homes,” Assistant Superintendent of Educational Support Services Scott Siegfried said. “They will help ensure that
schools remain safe places for students to learn.”
The LRFPC is a citizens advisory group, established by the Cherry Creek Schools Board of Education more than 30 years ago. It is
made up of district residents and employees who advise the board on facility utilization including construction, renovation, boundary and calendar issues. The committee is responsible for making sure new schools are built just when they’re needed to handle
student growth, and ensuring that existing schools are maintained and improved to protect the taxpayer's investment.
Five high schools – Cherry Creek, Cherokee Trail, Eaglecrest, Grandview and Smoky Hill – will receive funds for classroom and
equipment renovations for STEM programming. Overland High School received funds for a STEM focused addition from the 2008
bond issue.
“At least 90% of all jobs in the future will require technical education,” Siegfried said. “We need 21st Century classrooms to support 21st Century learning.”
The committee recommended the expansions at the highs schools rather than building a new high school, which would have
cost $125 million, the same amount as all of the other bond projects combined.
The district recently refinanced some of its existing bond debt for a savings to taxpayers of $4 million. Cherry Creek has an extremely strong credit, as evidenced by the Aa1/AA ratings assigned by Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s, respectively.
The bond issue would not result in a property tax increase, Chief Financial Officer Guy Bellville said. The Board of Education will
consider the recommendation and decide whether to call for a November election at its April 16, 2012 meeting.
View the entire recommendation on the Cherry Creek Schools website at www.cherrycreekschools.org.
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PARENT INFORMATION NETWORK (PIN) . . .
Join the Cherry Creek School District community for monthly meetings that will:
Empower and inspire parents to raise healthy, successful children
Provide superb and professional speakers on a variety of topics related to children and teens
 Facilitate discussion and give parents positive tools to take a pro-active
approach to parenting
 Relay key information on Cherry Creek School District and community issues to bring back to
your school
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Who:
P.I.N. Reps, parents and community members from each elementary, middle, and high school in Cherry
Creek School District. Anyone is welcome!
When: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. (come at 8:45 for coffee and to meet other parents, school district staff, and community
members)
Where: SARC – Student Achievement Resource Center, 14188 E. Briarwood Ave., south of Arapahoe Rd & Jordan
Rd.
For questions or information, call Vickie Sulmeisters, PIN Chair: 303-913-1512; or Janice McNally, Cherry Creek
Schools Prevention Coordinator, Building Assets/Building Partnerships: 720-554-4247; or go to:
www.assetsconnect.org or email [email protected]
Annual PIN Brunch
May 1
PARENT COFFEE . . .
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6, DISMISSAL TIMES
Parents and community members are
invited for coffee with the Principal on
Friday, May 18, 2012, at 9:30am-10:30am,
in the Library Conference Room. During our
time together, we will discuss
Falcon Creek, and you will
have an opportunity to ask
questions and provide input.
We hope to see you there!
Elementary Schools: 12:00 am
Middle Schools:
11:00 am
Bus Service will be provided. Breakfast will be served, but lunch will
not be available.
REPORT CARDS . . .
Mid-Term Grades can be viewed on PowerSchool. MidTerm is May 4th.
4th Quarter Report Cards will be mailed home the week of
June 11.
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
PAID
Permit #157
Aurora, CO
6100 S. Genoa Street
Aurora, CO 80016
Phone: 720-886-7700
Fax: 720-886-7788
Web: http://www.fcms.ccsd.k12.co.us
24 Hour Attendance Line - 720-886-7717
CALENDAR OF EVENTS . . .
April 30
May 1
May 4
May 4
May 5
May 7
May 7-11
May 11
May 8
May 9
May 9
May 10
May 14
May 16
May 17
May 17
May 18
May 18
May 18
May 18
May 21
May 23
May 24
May 25
May 25
May 28
May 29-31
May 31
May 31
June 1
June 1
June 1
June 4
June 5
June 5
June 6
June 11
June 15
June 18
June 18-July 26
See page 9
2013 Washington, D.C. trip meeting
Annual PIN Brunch
No School—Conferences
Mid-term grades can be viewed on PowerSchool
National Junior Honor Society—Garage Sale
LUNCH LOANS END
National Teacher Appreciation Week
National School Nurse Day
Diversity Symposium
District Accountability Committee
Band I and Jazz Band Concert
PTO Meeting
CCSD Board Meeting
Spring Concert—All choirs
FCMS Accountability Meeting
Orchestra Concert
Parent Coffee
Performing Arts Consultants Vocal Competition—Falconaires
FMS Summer Math Bootcamp Registration deadline
All Library books are due/Library closes
AVID Celebration
Band II, III Concert
Textbook Check-in Day
Last day of Extended Learning
Grandview High School Graduation
No School—Memorial Day
Finals
8th Grade Awards Ceremony with Jazz Band
and Falconaires performing
Golden Hearts Award Dinner
Finals Make-Up Day/All fines are due
8th-Grade Dance (Semi-Formal)
Transition Session Registration Deadline
Yearbook Distribution for 8th grade
Yearbook Distribution for 6th & 7th Grade
8th Grade Trip to Elitch Gardens/Six Flags
Last Day of School—Early dismissal time is 11:00
Quarter 4 Report Cards mailed this week
GHS ―Freshman Connection‖ Registration Deadline
School Board Meeting
FMS Summer Math Bootcamp
For Volleyball schedules
see page 7
8:45 am—11:00 am
Cherry Creek Presbyterian Church
8:00 am—2:00 pm
FMS Gym
6:30 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
9:30 am
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
6:30 pm
7:00 pm
9:30 am
FMS Library
S.A.R.C.
FMS Cafetorium
FMS Library
The Challenge School
FMS Cafetorium
FMS Library Conf. Room
FMS Cafetorium
FMS Library Conf. Room
Elitch Gardens
6:30 pm
7:00 pm
FMS Cafetorium
GHS Auditorium
12:00 pm
Ritchie Center
6:30 pm
GHS Auditorium
6:30-8:30 pm
FMS Cafetorium
Returns to FCMS by 6:00 pm
7:00 pm
Liberty Middle School