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Grab and Go at Fowler Schools TODAY! Everyone 18 or younger can get 7 breakfasts and lunches through 9 a m in the west parking lot!
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Summer 2025 Grab & Go at Fowler Schools this summer! Everyone 18 or younger can get a week?s worth of breakfast and lunch. Thursdays, May 29 thru August 7, 7:30-9:00am in the west parking lot!
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Fowler School District R4J Parent-Teacher Conference Information Parent-Teacher Conferences are almost here!​ Please help us reach our district-wide goal of 100% participation! Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held at Fowler Elementary and Fowler Junior/Senior High School by appointment on Monday, March 10 & Wednesday, March, 12. Attendance is limited to Parents/Guardians only, please do not bring younger siblings, etc. Appointment times are limited to 10 or 15 minutes depending on the grade level and/or subject area & we appreciate your help keeping us on schedule! Parents/Guardians of Elementary, Junior High, and High School students will select available appointment times through our website. You may schedule appointments with Homeroom Teachers, PE, Enrichment, Title I, Special Ed, and/or Subject Area Teachers. --------------- To schedule your appointment(s) to visit Fowler Elementary School Teachers, follow these steps: 1. Click this link: http://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c OR visit the Elementary Page https://fes-fowler.schoolblocks.com/, then click ?School Info? and then click ?Conferences? 2. Click on the Teacher?s name. 3. Then select your day from the available options 4. Then select your time from the available options 5. Finally, complete the requested information (Your name, email, phone, etc.) 6. Repeat for each teacher you want to visit! Please be sure to select different times for each appointment! --------------- To schedule your appointment(s) to visit JUNIOR HIGH or HIGH SCHOOL Teachers, follow these steps: 1. Click this link: https://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/en-US/conferences-a005fe40 OR visit the Jr & Sr High School Page https://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/en-US, Click ?School Info? and then click ?Conferences? 2. Click on the Teacher?s name. 3. Then select your day from the available options 4. Then select your time from the available options 5. Finally, complete the requested information (Your name, email, phone, etc.) 6. Repeat for each teacher you want to visit! Please be sure to select different times for each appointment! --------------- If you need appointment days/times that are not available, please contact the teacher(s) directly! For help scheduling your appointment, please contact the Elementary Office at 719-263-4364 or High School Office at 719-263-4279. Thank you for helping make Fowler Schools the best!
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Fowler Schools are OPEN and ON TIME today. Contact the office if you will be absent or late. Dress warmly, allow extra time, and travel safely!
Posted By: Superintendent Lotrich
Fowler Schools are OPEN and ON TIME today. Contact the office if you will be absent or late. Dress warmly, allow extra time, and travel safely!
Posted By: Superintendent Lotrich
Fowler Schools are OPEN and ON TIME today. Contact the office if you will be absent or late. Dress warmly, allow extra time, and travel safely!
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Due to road and weather conditions, Fowler Schools will be CLOSED on Wednesday, February 12. Stay safe!
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Fowler Schools are OPEN and ON TIME today. Contact the office if you will be absent or late. Dress warmly, allow extra time, and travel safely!
Posted By: Superintendent Lotrich
Fowler Schools are OPEN and ON TIME today. Contact the office if you will be absent or late. Dress warmly, allow extra time, and travel safely!
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Welcome back! Fowler Schools are OPEN and ON TIME today. Contact the office if you will be absent or late. Dress warmly, allow extra time, and travel safely!
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The 4th Grade Melodrama performance of "The Shame of Tombstone (aka The Shame of Fowler) is Friday, April 19, 2024, in the Fowler High School North Gym at 7:00pm! Tickets are available from any current 4th-grade student. Students will sell tickets in front of Thaxton's Market (214 S. Main St) on Saturday, April 13 between 9:00 am and 12:00 Noon. Tickets may also be purchased at the door on April 19. Proceeds from ticket sales support our 4th Grade Outdoor Education program. Thank you for supporting this, and all other, Fowler Schools projects!
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Students & Families Picture Retakes will be on Thursday, December 7! Forms are attached and available in the office. Orders can also be placed online: Elementary Online Most Valuable Portraits ordering link - https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001043327 JH & HS Online Most Valuable Portraits ordering link - https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001043336
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Students & Families Picture Retakes will be on Thursday, December 7! Forms are attached and available in the office. Orders can also be placed online: Elementary Online Most Valuable Portraits ordering link - https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001043327 JH & HS Online Most Valuable Portraits ordering link - https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001043336
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Students & Families Picture Retakes will be on Thursday, December 7! Forms are attached and available in the office. Orders can also be placed online: Elementary Online Most Valuable Portraits ordering link - https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001043327 JH & HS Online Most Valuable Portraits ordering link - https://shop.imagequix.com/g1001043336
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Thanks for your flexibility and efforts with our new parking lot striping! Arrows will be added to the lot to help guide the traffic flow, but until then, please 'follow' the angles for parking. Please pull straight into spots but not through - this will help ensure the proper flow of traffic at the end of the day and make travel safer for everyone. Here are the links to the traffic patterns: * East Lot (School Day) - https://drive.google.com/.../1pZhTr9bBvy_7ht6G.../view... * West Lot (Evening & Weekend Activities) - https://drive.google.com/.../14twgN16AqHZ7beQRws.../view... As always, please do not park in the Drop Off Lane or around the 'Island' at the entrance/exit. Thanks for your assistance!
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Thanks for your flexibility and efforts with our new parking lot striping! Arrows will be added to the lot to help guide the traffic flow, but until then, please 'follow' the angles for parking. Please pull straight into spots but not through - this will help ensure the proper flow of traffic at the end of the day and make travel safer for everyone. Here are the links to the traffic patterns: * East Lot (School Day) - https://drive.google.com/.../1pZhTr9bBvy_7ht6G.../view... * West Lot (Evening & Weekend Activities) - https://drive.google.com/.../14twgN16AqHZ7beQRws.../view... As always, please do not park in the Drop Off Lane or around the 'Island' at the entrance/exit. Thanks for your assistance!
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This summer, we have a unique opportunity to participate in the Summer Food Service Program in partnership with the Colorado Food Cluster and the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) to deliver FREE meals to students who qualify. Students enrolled in the program will receive a weekly delivery of 7 breakfasts, lunches, and milk delivered directly to their doorstep. If you would like to enroll your student and determine if you qualify to receive free weekly delivery of meals over the summer, please visit CFC?s online registration site here: https://app.coloradofoodcluster.com CFC is hoping to begin delivering at the end of June. If you have any questions, please contact Colorado Food Cluster at https://app.coloradofoodcluster.com and they will be happy to provide more information!
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Fowler School District R4J Parent-Teacher Conference Information Parent-Teacher Conferences are almost here! Please help us reach our district-wide goal of 100% participation! Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held at Fowler Elementary and Fowler Junior/Senior High School by appointment on Monday, October 17 & Wednesday, October 19. Attendance is limited to Parents/Guardians only, please do not bring younger siblings, etc. Appointment times are limited to 10 or 15 minutes depending on the grade level and/or subject area & we appreciate your help keeping us on schedule! Parents/Guardians of Elementary, Junior High, and High School students will select available appointment times through our website. You may schedule appointments with Homeroom Teachers, PE, Music/Band, Title I, Special Ed, and/or Subject Area Teachers. To schedule your appointment(s) for Elementary Teachers, follow these steps: 1. Click this link: http://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c a. Or visit the Elementary Page https://fes-fowler.schoolblocks.com/ b. Click ?School Info? and then click ?Conferences? 2. Click on the Teacher?s name. 3. Then select your day from the available options 4. Then select your time from the available options 5. Finally, complete the requested information (Your name, email, phone, etc.) 6. Repeat for each teacher you want to visit! a. Please be sure to select different times for each appointment! To schedule your appointment(s) for Junior High or High School Teachers, follow these steps: 1. Click this link: https://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/en-US/conferences-a005fe40 a. Or visit the Jr & Sr High School Page https://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/en-US b. Click ?School Info? and then click ?Conferences? 2. Click on the Teacher?s name. 3. Then select your day from the available options 4. Then select your time from the available options 5. Finally, complete the requested information (Your name, email, phone, etc.) 6. Repeat for each teacher you want to visit! a. Please be sure to select different times for each appointment! If you need appointment days/times that are not available, please contact the teacher or teachers directly! If you need help scheduling your appointment, please contact the Elementary Office at 719-263-4364 or High School Office at 719-263-4279. Thank you for helping make Fowler Schools the best!
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2022 Fowler HS Homecoming Schedule Changes Due to the shortage of football officials, we are moving the start time for our football game versus Custer County on Friday, October 7 to 2:00pm. This change will cause several other adjustments to our Homecoming Activity schedule. The updated schedule is shown below. Updated FHS Homecoming Day Schedule for Friday, October 7, 2022 11:00 am Homecoming Parade 11:15 am Lunch (K-12) & Recess (K-6) 12:00 pm School Dismissed (K-12) 12:05 pm Buses Depart (K-12) 2:00 pm Fowler v. Custer County Varsity Football Game 4:30-6:30 pm Band Boosters Chili Supper in the JH Gym 7:00-9:00 pm FHS Homecoming Dance Thank you for your understanding, flexibility, patience, and continued support as we work to provide the best possible experience for our students! It?s a GREAT day to be a GRIZZLY!
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KYDN is planning to broadcast the​ Fowler at Sanford ​high school football game​ on Friday, September 16​, starting at 6:00​pm on 95.3 FM and ​streaming on KYDNcountry.com. Fans can also listen and get score updates by downloading the KYDN app from the app store. Downloadable podcasts of the game will be available at kydncountry.com a few days after the game.
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Colorado Crisis Services is the statewide behavioral health crisis response system offering residents mental health, substance use and/or emotional crisis help, information and referrals. Its mission is to strengthen Colorado?s mental health system by providing the people of Colorado with greater access to crisis services wherever they are at, 24/7/365, regardless of ability to pay. No matter what you?re going through, help is available. Call Colorado Crisis Services at 844-493-TALK (8255) or text TALK to 38255. Learn more at ColoradoCrisisServices.org
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Welcome Back Information School Food Service Program Pricing for the 2022-23 school year is: K-12 Breakfast $1.55; K-3 Lunch $2.15; 4-6 Lunch $2.30, 7-12 Lunch $2.45. Free or Reduced Meals will be $0.00. Adult Breakfast will be $2.35 and Adult Lunch will be $3.35. Also, please remember to attend our DISTRICT-WIDE (K-12) OPEN HOUSE for ALL FAMILIES on Tuesday, August 16 beginning with a presentation by Rob Miller of Proactive Coaching in the High School Gym at 6:00pm. Following the presentation, family members will be able to visit buildings and classrooms (Elementary, Junior High, and High School) until 7:30pm. Contact Information - Please be sure your contact information (phone number, addresses, email address, etc.) is up to date! You can update by contacting the offices or at www.fowler.k12.co.us or at https://bit.ly/314DFXs. More info included in the attachment!
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Students, Families, Faculty, & StaffState Volleyball Tournament Information from CHSAA: * Fowler will play the winner of Wiggins/Ignacio at 5:00pm on Thursday, November 11. Full brackets are on www.chsaanow.com. * The first matches of the day will begin at 8am, and the subsequent rounds will not start earlier than every 90 minutes (8am, 9:30 am, 11 am, etc.). * There are currently no COVID restrictions/mandates for players or spectators at theWorld Arena. * Tickets ? Fans are strongly encouraged to buy tickets online and in advance! Only cash will be accepted onsite. CHSAA ticket prices are $12 for adults and$10 for students (kids 4 and under free) and senior citizens (60+). Due to the $1 mandatory venue surcharge, tickets are $11 and $13 plus applicable credit card processing fees. Tickets for all days can be purchased at https://gofan.co/app/school/CHSAA. The All-Session Pass will only be available for purchase online. *CHSAA/CHSCA Courtesy Card Passes will be accepted at State Volleyball this year at the Main Entrance. * All Parking is Free! * The NFHS Network (http://www.nfhsnetwork.com/associations/chsaa) will be live streaming the entire state volleyball tournament online for any fans unable to attend in person! GO GRIZZLIES!
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Students, Families, Faculty, & StaffState Volleyball Tournament Information from CHSAA: * Fowler will play the winner of Wiggins/Ignacio at 5:00pm on Thursday, November 11. Full brackets are on www.chsaanow.com. * The first matches of the day will begin at 8am, and the subsequent rounds will not start earlier than every 90 minutes (8am, 9:30 am, 11 am, etc.). * There are currently no COVID restrictions/mandates for players or spectators at theWorld Arena. * Tickets ? Fans are strongly encouraged to buy tickets online and in advance! Only cash will be accepted onsite. CHSAA ticket prices are $12 for adults and$10 for students (kids 4 and under free) and senior citizens (60+). Due to the $1 mandatory venue surcharge, tickets are $11 and $13 plus applicable credit card processing fees. Tickets for all days can be purchased at https://gofan.co/app/school/CHSAA. The All-Session Pass will only be available for purchase online. *CHSAA/CHSCA Courtesy Card Passes will be accepted at State Volleyball this year at the Main Entrance. * All Parking is Free! * The NFHS Network (http://www.nfhsnetwork.com/associations/chsaa) will be live streaming the entire state volleyball tournament online for any fans unable to attend in person! GO GRIZZLIES!
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In anticipation of staffing shortages at the end of the week, please note the following Calendar Changes: * Thursday, November 11 - School will be dismissed at 2:25 pm, Buses will depart at 2:30 pm, No After School Study Hall or STEAM * Friday, November 12 - No School / CLOSED Thank you for your consideration & cooperation! Go Grizzlies!
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Congrats to our Regional 3 Volleyball Tournament Champs! From CHSAA for the State Volleyball Tournament: Parents and fans are strongly encouraged to purchase State Championships tickets online and in advance to avoid intense lines outside of the World Arena. Only cash will be taken onsite, so please buy your tickets in advance. GoFan ticket holders (online tickets) will not have to wait in the purchasing ticket lines ? they will be expedited into the World Arena. Please note that the CHSAA approved ticket prices ($10 and $12) have a mandatory $1 venue ticket charge from the World Arena added on it ? both online and in person. Tickets prices will show up as $11 and $13 (plus any applicable credit card fees), and they may be purchased here: Thursday - https://gofan.co/app/events/412322?schoolId=CHSAA Friday - https://gofan.co/app/events/412323?schoolId=CHSAA Saturday - https://gofan.co/app/events/412324?schoolId=CHSAA All Session Pass (may only be purchased online) - https://gofan.co/app/events/412325?schoolId=CHSAA Currently, there are no COVID restrictions/requirements for State Volleyball at the World Arena (thank you, El Paso County Health).
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We will be hosting the Class 2A Region 3 Volleyball Tournament on Friday, November 5. In order to safely accommodate our end-of-day activities (student dismissal, bus departures, student pick-up, etc.) and attending teams & fans, we will dismiss school at 11:55 am on Friday, November 5. Here's the schedule for Friday: * Start time & morning classes as usual * 3rd thru 6th grades will go to lunch at 10:55 am (usual time) * Kdg thru 2nd grades will go to lunch at 11:25 am (usual time) * 7th thru 12th may pick up lunch at 11:45 am * All K-12 Students will be dismissed from school at 11:55 am * Buses will depart Fowler Elementary at 12:00 Noon * Volleyball Tournament begins at 1:00 pm Here's the info for Friday's Regional VB Tournament, all games at FHS Gym: * Fowler v. Rangely, 1:00 pm * Yuma v. Rangely, 30 min after Fowler/Rangely * Fowler v. Yuma, 30 min after Yuma/Rangely * Admission prices set by CHSAA = $9 Adults & $8 Seniors/Students; CHSAA & CHSCA passes only, local passes not honored * Tournament winner advances to the Class 2A State Tournament on Nov 11-13 at the World Arena in Colorado Springs * Full Bracket at https://chsaanow.com/news/2021/11/1/2021-2a-girls-volleyball-regional-tournament-brackets.aspx?fbclid=IwAR03n1Dgli7USSIhvWUSoH5XtkJ4EZCfTeN6UIvLOAo9lYGtbtm3ZfO56v0 Here's the info for the 8-Man Football Playoffs: * Fowler at Mancos on Saturday, November 6 at 12:00 Noon * Admission prices set by CHSAA = $​8​ Adults & $​5 Seniors/Students; CHSAA & CHSCA passes only, local passes not honored * Full Bracket at https://chsaanow.com/news/2021/10/31/2021-8-man-football-state-playoff-bracket.aspx Thank you for your cooperation and consideration! It's a GREAT Day to be a GRIZZLY!
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THANK YOU for your attendance at Parent-Teacher Conferences this week! Please continue to symptom-check your student(s) BEFORE sending them to school (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rM77eLlnivcOuoqv0zy0pXXtjnY-fREN/view). o ANY TIME non-chronic symptoms are present, please keep your student(s) home and contact the office. The morning temperatures are dropping ? please be sure your student(s) have a jacket when they leave the house No School K-12 on Friday, October 22 o School Resumes on Monday, October 25 Study Hall & STEAM both resume on Monday, October 25. o https://www.fowler.k12.co.us/en-US/calendar Red Ribbon Week, October 25-29 o The Student Dress-Up Days are listed in the October Newsletter - https://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/ Classroom Halloween Parties are scheduled for Friday, October 29 at 2:30 pm. o Attendance is limited to students, with a few exceptions. o Please DO NOT send students to school in costume! o Please send costumes that are easy for your student(s) to change into with minimal assistance. o Please do not send fake blood, face paint, makeup, or inflatables. HAVE A FANTASTIC 3-DAY WEEKEND! IT'S A GREAT DAY TO BE A GRIZZLY!
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From FHS: Attention VB fans...Thursday, September 30th at the HS volleyball game vs. Holly we will recognize all of our Fowler Rec volleyball players. We will introduce Rec VB between the varsity and JV matches. All rec VB players will receive free admission. Parents of rec VB players must pay admission. Go Grizzlies!
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The latest edition of the Grizzly Growls is now available at https://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/en-US/clubs-organigations-1e59221a
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The Grizzly Growls Sept. 8th issue has been uploaded to the Fowler High School website. Check back each Wednesday for new issues! https://docs.google.com/document/d/147rzqOVIBv_oB8awrmN5jX24p8jjKbF5C6KpPbkx0oY/edit
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Parents & Guardians This Google Form is replacing the paper form previously used to provide permission for Fowler Elementary students to stay for Study Hall on scheduled days. Study Hall is 3:25-4:25 pm for 1st- through 6th-grade students on designated days. The schedule can be found at https://www.fowler.k12.co.us/en-US/calendar. Students must be signed in to Study Hall by 3:30 pm and are expected to attend until 4:25 pm. Parents/Guardians are responsible for transportation arrangements at 4:25 pm. Parents/Guardians may pick up earlier in extenuating circumstances. https://forms.gle/Rgaps82dwdumSUNSA
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PICTURE DAY is Monday, August 30! You can order online or with the envelope your student will bring home from school. To order online: 1. Visit https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/#/ 2. Enter the School ID (Elementary = EVTQJSKMH or Jr High/High School = EVTCWWGVS) 3. Follow the steps from there 4. Complete the online payment process 5. Be sure your student knows you ordered online, there will not be anything for them to bring on Monday To order with the envelope: 1. Complete all of the information 2. Select your photo package 3. Enclose payment, including tax, as per the instructions on the form. 4. Send with your student(s) on Mon, Aug 30
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High School Volleyball Action - Watch the Grizzlies take on Swallows Charter Academy at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT5_Qbou8j40D5mtIX0VMrw. Go Grizzlies!
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Fowler?Grizzly Football T-Shirts arrived this morning and are now available for $10 each in both Youth & Adult Sizes! Youth shirts are only?available in White and are ONLY available?in the Elementary?Office in person!? Adult sizes are available?in either?white or gray and are available in the High School Office and at Friday night's game! Availability?is limited! Please make arrangements to purchase in person, no credit & no holds - please do not call the office! Cash or checks (payable to FHS Football) only.?
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Grizzly Gear Store - customize your gear today! https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/colorado/fowler/fowler-high-school
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Attention FHS athletics fans... We will again be broadcasting home events (Varsity, JV and JH) from Fowler Jr/Sr High School on the NFHS network. You will have to purchase a subscription to view broadcasts. The prices are very reasonable. Subscriptions will provide access to all NFHS Network broadcasts! The subscription link is https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/subscribe/retail Always a Great day to be a Grizzly!!
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Grizzly Hats for sale in the High School Office $25 each - see Mr. Bates!
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Attend tonight's Open House for Fowler Schools - Elementary, Junior High, & High School - 6:00-7:00 pm! This will be an opportunity to meet teachers, tour the buildings, etc. This opportunity is not a Parent-Teacher Conference, so please schedule a time with teacher(s) to visit about student-specific information.
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OCHD is hosting a routine vaccination clinic in Rocky Ford on August 9!
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Students, Parents, Faculty, Staff, Community Members, and Members of the Media At tonight's Board Meeting, the R4J Board of Education formally approved: * The Procedures & Plan for Fowler Schools for August 2021, effective August 3, 2021. It is attached to this email and can also be found on the district's website at https://drive.google.com/file/d/17F10CQlkjHO26qgUxba6iuLd9Eqlv29X/view. * A revision to the 2021-22 District Calendar. The Staff Workday originally scheduled for Friday, October 15 has been moved to Monday, October 18. Friday, October 15 will now be a regular school day. It is attached and available on the district's website at https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1p8p6Sc90tGFXVB9FVFs4Yl88EXh5xTVM. Alfie Lotrich Superintendent of Schools/Elementary Principal alfie.lotrich@fowler.k12.co.us 719-263-4224 or -4364
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Students, Parents, Faculty, Staff, Community Members, and Members of the Media At tonight's Board Meeting, the R4J Board of Education formally approved: * The Procedures & Plan for Fowler Schools for August 2021, effective August 3, 2021. It is attached to this email and can also be found on the district's website at https://drive.google.com/file/d/17F10CQlkjHO26qgUxba6iuLd9Eqlv29X/view. * A revision to the 2021-22 District Calendar. The Staff Workday originally scheduled for Friday, October 15 has been moved to Monday, October 18. Friday, October 15 will now be a regular school day. It is attached and available on the district's website at https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1p8p6Sc90tGFXVB9FVFs4Yl88EXh5xTVM. Alfie Lotrich Superintendent of Schools/Elementary Principal alfie.lotrich@fowler.k12.co.us 719-263-4224 or -4364
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Students, Parents, Faculty, Staff, Community Members, and Members of the Media At tonight's Board Meeting, the R4J Board of Education formally approved: * The Procedures & Plan for Fowler Schools for August 2021, effective August 3, 2021. It is attached to this email and can also be found on the district's website at https://drive.google.com/file/d/17F10CQlkjHO26qgUxba6iuLd9Eqlv29X/view. * A revision to the 2021-22 District Calendar. The Staff Workday originally scheduled for Friday, October 15 has been moved to Monday, October 18. Friday, October 15 will now be a regular school day. It is attached and available on the district's website at https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1p8p6Sc90tGFXVB9FVFs4Yl88EXh5xTVM. Alfie Lotrich Superintendent of Schools/Elementary Principal alfie.lotrich@fowler.k12.co.us 719-263-4224 or -4364
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2021 FOWLER ELEMENTARY SUPER KIDS DAY Tuesday, May 11, 2021; Following the Honors Assembly until 3:00pm Due to changes in our calendar, Super Kids Day will look a little different this year. We will begin SKD at approximately 12:15pm, following the 4th Quarter Honors Assembly. Please see the attached for full information! Can?t wait to see you all on the 11th!!!! IT?S ALWAYS A GREAT DAY TO BE A GRIZZLY!!!!! Mrs. Larson
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May's Newsletter is now available - https://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/
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Fowler Schools are moving all K-12 students to Remote Learning starting on Wednesday, April 28 through the end of the school year. School will be dismissed at 3:25pm and all after-school activities (Elementary Study Hall, HS/JH Band Concert, etc.) will occur as scheduled on Tuesday, April 27. The move to Remote Learning is in response to the marked increase in positive COVID cases in our community and surrounding counties. Fowler Schools believes this change will help to avoid any additional quarantine groups of students and staff that would negatively impact our ability to deliver educational services and End of Year Activities. At this point, ALL End of Year activities (Field Trips, Award Ceremonies, Super Kids Day, High School Graduation, etc.) will go on as scheduled! Teachers and students will communicate via email and Google Classroom for any remaining assignments. Students are still responsible for completing any assigned work! Grab and Go meals will be available on Thursday mornings, beginning April 29 in the FHS Dropoff Lane, 7:30-9:00am! You will get a week?s worth of breakfasts and lunches! Available to anyone 18 or younger! This service will continue on Thursday mornings through early August! Additional information will be shared as it becomes available.
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End of Year Changes and Capacity Information On Tuesday, April 20, CHSAA announced a change in the dates of the State Volleyball Tournament. This change created direct conflicts with many of our end-of-year activities, including High School Graduation. It also created a potential shortage of staff that would make normal school operations ineffective. After gathering as much input as possible from Seniors, staff members, and others, several calendar adjustments have been made and are outlined below. We maintained ALL of our End of Year activities! The full Activity Calendar can be seen at https://www.fowler.k12.co.us/en-US/calendar. Additionally, our spectator event capacities are accurate as of today (Indoor Event 500 spectators; Outdoor Event unlimited). Please keep in mind that these capacity limits could change at a moment?s notice, to more or less restrictive forcing changes in our capacity limits! If these capacities change, we will adjust and communicate accordingly! Thank you for your understanding & support!
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Spring Band Concert Information! 5th & 6th Grade Bands - Monday, April 26 at 6:00pm JH & HS Bands - Tuesday, April 27 at 7:00pm Both concerts will be presented OUTSIDE on the north side of the Elementary School! Spectators will watch from the lawn and are expected & encouraged to bring their own seating (chairs, blankets, etc.)! No bleachers or chairs will be provided!
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The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) School Nutrition Division is working to identify new sites for Summer Food Programs. This would be similar to our 'Grab & Go' service that we provided during our Remote Learning but would take place during the summer months when we are not in session, making it easier for children and youth to access a nutritious, no-cost meal this summer. Please complete the following brief survey by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, April 14 so Fowler School District R4J & CDE can make a determination if we would potentially qualify as a new site - https://forms.gle/rdRQNmCB1dLgkkyg6 You can find more info at https://www.cde.state.co.us/nutrit�/summerfoodserviceprogram. Thank you for your support!
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The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) School Nutrition Division is working to identify new sites for Summer Food Programs. This would be similar to our 'Grab & Go' service that we provided during our Remote Learning but would take place during the summer months when we are not in session, making it easier for children and youth to access a nutritious, no-cost meal this summer. Please complete the following brief survey by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, April 14 so Fowler School District R4J & CDE can make a determination if we would potentially qualify as a new site - https://forms.gle/rdRQNmCB1dLgkkyg6 You can find more info at https://www.cde.state.co.us/nutrit?/summerfoodserviceprogram. Thank you for your support!
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April's Newsletter is now available at https://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/
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Remember NO SCHOOL this week (March 15 - 19) - Enjoy your SPRING BREAK! School Resumes on Monday, March 22!
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Parent-Teacher Conferences are almost here! We are continuing to pre-schedule ALL conference appointments for Elementary, Junior High, and High School! Elementary Parents/Guardians will select available appointment times with their student's Homeroom Teacher through our website. You may also choose to make appointments with our PE, Music, Title I, and/or Special Ed Teachers at https://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c. Junior High and High School Parents/Guardians have the option to schedule & attend conferences with any of their student's teachers either In-Person or Remotely during available days/times that are listed in each teacher's link at https://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/conferences-a005fe40. To schedule appointments, Parents/Guardians will select available times with their student's teachers through our website. Elementary - https://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c and JH/HS - https://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/conferences-a005fe40. Instructions: 1. Select the appropriate link (Elementary or JH/HS) 2. Click on the Teacher's name. 3. Then select your day from the available options (most are March 8 or 10) 4. Then select your time from the available options 5. Finally, complete the requested information (Your name, email, phone, In-Person or Remote, etc.) 6. Repeat for each teacher you would like to visit. 7. If you have multiple children, please select different times for each child! If you will need days/times that are not listed, please contact the teacher(s) directly! Parents who prefer a Remote Conference should complete the sign-up process AND contact the specific teacher via email to make those arrangements. Facecoverings are required for In-Person Conferences and In-Person attendance is limited to Parents/Guardians only, do not bring children, etc. Appointments are short (10 or 15 minutes) and we will need your help staying on schedule! If you need help scheduling your appointment, please contact the Elementary office at 263-4364 or the High School Office at 263-4279. Thank you for helping make Fowler Jr/Sr High School the BEST!
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Parent-Teacher Conferences are almost here! We are continuing to pre-schedule conference appointments for Elementary, Junior High, and High School! Elementary Parents/Guardians will select available appointment times with their student?s Homeroom Teacher through our website. You may also choose to make appointments with our PE, Music, Title I, and/or Special Ed Teachers at https://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c. Junior High and High School Parents/Guardians have the option to schedule & attend conferences with any of their student?s teachers either In-Person or Remotely during available days/times that are listed in each teacher's link at https://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/conferences-a005fe40. To schedule appointments, Parents/Guardians will select available times with their student?s teachers through our website. Elementary - https://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c and JH/HS - https://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/conferences-a005fe40. Instructions: 1. Select the appropriate link (Elementary or JH/HS) 2. Click on the Teacher?s name. 3. Then select your day from the available options (most are March 8 or 10) 4. Then select your time from the available options 5. Finally, complete the requested information (Your name, email, phone, In-Person or Remote, etc.) 6. Repeat for each teacher you would like to visit. 7. If you have multiple children, please select different times for each child! If you will need days/times that are not listed, please contact the teacher(s) directly! Parents who prefer a ?Remote Conference? should complete the sign-up process AND contact the specific teacher via email to make those arrangements. Facecoverings are required for In-Person Conferences and In-Person attendance is limited to Parents/Guardians only, do not bring children, etc. Appointments are short (10 or 15 minutes) and we will need your help staying on schedule! If you need help scheduling your appointment, please contact the Elementary office at 263-4364 or the High School Office at 263-4279. Thank you for helping make Fowler Jr/Sr High School the BEST!
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Remember, NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Monday, February 15! Stay safe and warm!
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Kindergarten Roundup will be Friday, March 5! If you or someone you know has a student who will turn 5 on or before June 1, 2021, please contact the Elementary Office at 719-263-4364 to set up an appointment!
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NO-COST MEALS FOR KIDS Find no-cost meal sites (for all youth 18 and under) near you by contacting your school or visiting KidsFoodFinder.org. For additional food resources, visit COFoodFinder.org!
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NO-COST MEALS FOR KIDS Find no-cost meal sites (for all youth 18 and under) near you by contacting your school or visiting KidsFoodFinder.org. For additional food resources, visit COFoodFinder.org!
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Our Pennies for Patients campaign runs through February 19! Students and classes have the opportunity to earn prizes for securing donations for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society to be used to further cancer research! You can watch the Virtual Hero Squad Assembly here: https://youtu.be/lKzBv55J4_s
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The Elementary Student Council will be selling Candy Grams through February 11. The candy grams will include a Chocolate Rose and a note and cost $1 each. Students may bring money to buy Candy Grams before school and/or during recess time. The Chocolate Roses will be delivered at our classroom Valentine?s Parties on February 12. Thank you for your continued support!
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Here's the info from Rocky Ford HS with the link to watch the Final Round Quad of the Santa Fe League Wrestling Duals on Thursday, January 28: "All home sports events for Rocky Ford High School will be streamed live to YouTube. The YouTube channel is named Webmaster R2. The address of the channel is: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCesxLEsQ2BBFNYQRfD4kIZw"
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Attention HS Basketball fans... Here is the information to watch live stream of each game via YouTube for Friday night at CSCS. Live Streaming: Here are the links for our scheduled YouTube live streaming for each game this coming Friday for those who cannot attend. You can also search for the live stream by the account CSCS has created (CSCS Athletics and CSCS AthleticsB) @CSCS AthleticsB JV Boys Basketball: https://youtu.be/Zx84jFUx-H8 @CSCS Athletics C Boys Basketball: https://youtu.be/t42u9SQt6do Varsity Girls Basketball: https://youtu.be/0m3-7O8TmLI Varsity Boys Basketball: https://youtu.be/okWSTHPOSpw
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There will be no After School Study Hall or STEAM for Fowler Elementary today (Tues, Jan 26). Study Hall will resume tomorrow and STEAM will resume on Mon, Feb 1, as per their regular schedules.
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You can watch today's Santa Fe League wrestling action at Las Animas on the Las Animas School District Facebook page. Matches are scheduled to begin at 2:00 pm.
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Here's the response we received today from OCHD based on their state-level contacts, denying our variance request to allow additional spectators into our gyms for HS & JH Basketball and Wrestling. Please know we are continuing to advocate for our students to participate in all activities and for our parents & spectators to attend events! As always, please contact me with questions, comments, and/or concerns! Alfie Lotrich, Superintendent/Elementary Principal -------------------------------------------- From Otero County Health Department:? I want to thank you for all of the consideration you and your team have put into this. ?I can see the hard work and planning in what you presented and appreciate it all. ?I did send your request up to our contact at the state level and their response is below: "We are not considering or issuing variances outside of the current PHO scope,?with the exception of private leagues which are now eligible for the CHSAA waiver allowances.?Junior high and high school sports spectators would still fall under the indoor and outdoor events guidance for the host?county's?respective dial level, unless a more restrictive local public health order was in place that?limited or prohibited spectators."? The Otero County Health Department has not issued a local public health order that is more restrictive than the state, so the state restrictions apply.? Indoor capacity limits are clearly stated on CDPHE's dial at?https://covid19.colorado.gov/covid-19-dial.? Based on the two numbers in the row, we are to go with whichever is fewer.? This is a fluid and rapidly evolving situation and things?may?change.? OCHD will maintain constant contact with all schools in Crowley and Otero counties and if guidance changes that information will be distributed accordingly.
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January 14, 2021 ? As of today, due to the interpretation of the current CHSAA and CDPHE Indoor Event restrictions, Fowler High School and the other Santa Fe League schools will not be allowing any spectators at our High School and Junior High Season B Basketball and Wrestling events. We have applied to the Otero County Health Department for a variance to the attendance limitations and will share any additional information as it becomes available. All of the SFL schools, including FHS, are planning to provide live video feeds of games and matches. Additional information to access these live streams will be provided in the coming weeks. Please keep in mind that these situations are subject to change at any moment. We apologize for any inconvenience and are working every day to maximize the opportunities for our students in all areas of their educational experience. Please contact Alfie Lotrich, Superintendent, with any questions, comments, or concerns.
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2nd Quarter Elementary Honor Rolls are now available at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OgdRNWTIYR2pLF87GKqW6n-qag6sDG4m5qqUnurEpeY/edit?usp=sharing Congrats to all of our award earners!
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Fowler Elementary Parents As with many things this year, the Science Fair is going to look a little different. Current restrictions will keep us from conducting the traditional open house/demonstration event, so we have come up with an alternative way to let students explore science. Our "Science Exploration Day" will be January 27, 2021. Students will work within their classrooms to explore science in ways guided by their teachers. This will look slightly different for each grade level and details will be provided by teachers to the students in class. ? Kdg thru 3rd: An afternoon of science experiments/engineering design activities in the classroom. ? 4th thru 6th: Each student will give a 3-5 minute science presentation/demonstration to his/her class. The requirements for the presentation/demonstration will be provided by your child's teacher. The students and/or groups with the top explorations will present to the entire elementary during the next assembly. If you have any questions about Science Exploration Day please contact the R4J Science Fair Coordinator, Amy Pieper (amy.pieper@fowler.k12.co.us), or your child's science teacher.
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The January 2021 Newsletter is available! Friday, December 18 is the end of the 2nd Quarter and last day of school until Tuesday, January 5!
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HUGE SHOUT OUT TO OUR COMMUNITY! Our Gift Card Drive generated over $6,100 in donations for families across our school district!!!!! What an AWESOME community!!! THANK YOU - THANK YOU - THANK YOU
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2020 Jingle Bell Run??..has turned into??.a Snowman Building Activity!!! All grades K-6 will be participating in this activity tomorrow (Thursday, December 17). Grades K-6 will build their snowmen on the school grounds. Please drive by sometime tomorrow afternoon or Friday to view all of the students? creations!! Again, because of COVID restrictions, only students and teachers are allowed to participate in this activity. Please send your child with boots, a hat, gloves, and a warm coat for this activity! If you want to send snowpants as well, that is fine?.but not required. We are so excited to see all the little snowmen at the school?.sending us off into Christmas break!! Mrs. Larson ? Elementary PE Teacher
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All Fowler Schools will return to In-Person Instruction on Monday, December 7! Class schedules, transportation, and food service will operate as per our usual In-Person schedules. All previously existing protocols (masks for 11 & older, distancing, etc.) will remain in place! Please be sure to continue to Symptom Check students BEFORE sending them to school or putting them on a bus. If your student has ANY symptoms of illness or has been in close contact with anyone diagnosed with COVID-19 within the past 14 days, please keep them home and contact the office. The At-Home Screening tool can be found at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RNDjUwHZv6nJFPLxjvOMXxfes_U6CxiH/view. Remote Instruction will continue to be an option for students. Any Parents/Guardians who are planning to keep their students learning remotely are asked to contact the appropriate office and teachers. Please continue to take all necessary steps to keep yourselves and your family members safe!
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The December Newsletter is now available! Please see the attached or visit?https://fes-fowler.schoolblocks.com/. Also, we are still pointing toward a return to In-Person Instruction on Monday, December 7! When we return, please remember?to return all tablets & charger cords and any hotspots!
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TICKETS FOR SATURDAY'S GAME VS. MERINO ARE STILL AVAILABLE! Bleacher seating is SOLD OUT! We have tickets available in sections A, B, C and D. Refer to the diagram. Bring your own chair! * $5 for senior citizens / students * $8 for adults * ONLY CHSAA PASSES WILL BE ACCEPTED!!!!! You can purchase tickets at the FHS office. PRE-SALE ONLY!!!! TICKETS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON SATURDAY!!! * You must pay when you pick up your tickets * LIMIT OF 4 TICKETS PER PERSON For Saturday: IMPORTANT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! * WRITE YOUR NAME AND NUMBER ON THE BACK OF YOUR TICKET! THIS WILL PROVIDE US CONTACT INFORMATION IN THE EVENT WE NEED TO IMPLEMENT CONTACT TRACING. * Masks and social distancing will be required
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ATTENTION FHS FOOTBALL FANS... Home bleachers are sold out! Other tickets available! We are selling in the gym lobby until 5:30 tonight
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ATTENTION FOWLER FOOTBALL FANS? The Otero County Health Department has allowed us to accommodate more spectators for the State Quarterfinal playoff game vs. Merino Rams on Saturday November 21st at 1:00pm. We will be allowed a LIMITED number of spectators per section that will be roped off at 50 feet in between sections. Please refer to the diagram. TICKETS WILL GO ON SALE IN THE HIGH SCHOOL GYM LOBBY FROM 4:00PM TO 5:30PM TOMORROW NOVEMBER 17TH.  $5 for senior citizens / students  $8 for adults  ONLY CHSAA PASSES WILL BE ACCEPTED!!!!! ONCE TICKETS ARE GONE THEY ARE GONE!!! FIRST COME FIRST SERVED!  You must pay when you pick up your tickets.  LIMIT OF 4 TICKETS PER PERSON For Saturday: IMPORTANT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  WRITE YOUR NAME AND NUMBER ON THE BACK OF YOUR TICKET! THIS WILL PROVIDE US CONTACT INFORMATION IN THE EVENT WE NEED TO IMPLEMENT CONTACT TRACING.  Masks and social distancing will be required
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Grab and Go meals will be available on Thursday, November 19 and Friday, November 20 in the FHS Dropoff Lane, 7:30-9:00am both days! You will get 14-days of breakfasts and lunches! Available to anyone 18 or younger!
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COVID-19 Related Vocabulary The COVID-19 pandemic has created new vocabulary. Here are some of the more common terms.
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Below is the link to the FHS YouTube channel the game will be shown on tomorrow night, Friday, November 13. The plan is to go live at about 6:45pm. Kickoff is 7:00pm. https://youtube.com/channel/UCE1fZ2eMdRuw14p9sV5_hkA If you cannot access through the link you can search youtube for "Fowler Grizzlies" and click on the link with the Paw Icon.
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On Day 1 of Grab & Go we provided almost 1,300 meals! We provided 7 days worth of breakfasts and lunches! We will be providing Grab & Go again tomorrow (Friday, Nov 13) from 7:30-9:30am in the Drop-Off lane at Fowler High School! If you were unable to pick up food today, please make arrangements to get yours on Friday! There is NO CHARGE and it is available for anyone 18 & younger! We will distribute multiple days worth of food again next week on Thursday, Nov 19 & Friday, Nov 20!
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Free Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch for ALL STUDENTS starts Thursday! Students, parents, or their designees may pick up one-week?s worth of breakfasts and lunches in the FHS drop off lane between 7:30 and 9:30 am on Thursday, November 12 and Friday, November 13. Students are not required to be present. Items will include PB&J sandwiches, cereal, fruit, veggies, juice, and milk, as delivered quantities will support! If your student has special dietary needs or restrictions, please contact the office.
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We are working on a plan to provide Free Breakfast and Lunch for our students. We are currently working with distributors to ensure availability and delivery of Grab and Go type meal items. We are aiming for Thursday and/or Friday mornings. We will provide additional details as soon as they are available!
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ATTENTION FHS FOOTBALL FANS? Regarding the football game scheduled for Friday, November 13th versus the Holly Wildcats? Due to the change in status of Otero County to Safer at Home Level Orange, we are limited to 75 spectators per team. We have created a gate list for family members of players and coaches (up to 3 per player). Those on the list will be the only spectators allowed to attend in person. THOSE ON THE GATE LIST WILL NEED IDENTIFICATION SO THAT GATE PERSONNEL CAN VERIFY YOUR IDENTITY. IF YOU?RE NOT ON THE GATE LIST, YOU MAY NOT ATTEND. The game will be broadcast online on YouTube. (Details to follow) The game will also be broadcast on the radio on 92.1 Big Country and www.lajuntaradio.com. WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!
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The Junior High football game scheduled for Friday, November 13, 2020, has been canceled!
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Fowler Schools are moving all K-12 students to Remote Learning starting on Tuesday, November 10. The targeted In-Person return date is Monday, November 30. The move to Remote Learning is in reaction to the marked increase in positive COVID cases in our surrounding counties and the change in Otero County's level of restrictions. By moving to Remote Learning, Fowler Schools hopes to avoid any additional quarantine groups of students and staff that would negatively impact our families and our ability to deliver educational services. Students and parents are encouraged to communicate with their teachers via email and Google Classroom. Anyone with device or internet connection issues is urged to contact Fowler Schools.
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The Student Councils at the Elementary, Junior High, and High School are sponsoring a program called ?Giving Grizzlies? which will strive to help Grizzly families as they encounter medical issues or other hardships. This effort will be funded by students paying $2 to wear a hat and staff paying $5 to wear jeans every Wednesday! This will kick off next Wednesday, November 11, and repeat each and every Wednesday! Donations will also be accepted!? Please support this worthy cause and help members of our Grizzlyfamily who are in need! Thanks from?Fowler Elementary Student Council,?Fowler Junior High Student Council, and?Fowler High School Student Council It's a GREAT Day to be a GRIZZLY!
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Info for fans at the JH & HS football games at Crowley County on Friday: * Masks/facecoverings are required * Bleacher seating is NOT available * Fowler fans may stand or sit (bring your own chairs) or watch from their vehicle along the EAST sideline fence * Fowler fans planning to park along the field should drive in through the WEST gate and around to the EAST side of the field * Porta-potties will be available on the east side of the field, Restrooms and Concessions will be available on the west side.
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Please be sure to screen your student before you send them to school. Use the following "At Home COVID-19 Symptom Screening Tool For Parents and Staff" guidelines from the Health Department to help make the decision to go to school or stay home. Remember, any student or staff diagnosed with COVID-19 or who is a close contact of a COVID-19 case should not go to school and should isolate or quarantine according to public health recommendations regardless of current symptoms. This symptom screen covers new or unexplained symptoms. These guidelines are in addition to regular school guidance (for example, a child with vomiting should also not attend school). If you, your child, or any family is experiencing any potentially life-threatening symptoms please call 911. Symptom Screen: If any of the following symptoms are present, keep the child at home/stay at home, inform the school of symptoms, and reach out to a health care provider to determine next steps for treatment. * Feeling feverish, having chills, or temperature 100.4?F or higher. * New or unexplained persistent cough. * Shortness of breath. * Difficulty breathing. * Loss of taste or smell. * Fatigue. * Muscle aches. * Headache. * Sore throat. * Nausea or vomiting. * Diarrhea. * Runny nose or congestion.
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Today Fowler School District was notified of a positive test in our 2nd Grade classroom. The District is working closely with the Otero County Health Department to determine our next steps. Current CDPHE protocol requires that close contacts of that student be quarantined for 14 days from the onset of symptoms. All of the close contacts who need to quarantine have been notified. Quarantined students and teachers are to remain at home and may not attend school, any school activities, childcares, or other activities around other people. Students who do not receive a notification from the District are not considered close contacts and are not required to quarantine and may participate in school activities - https://bit.ly/384pMxN. No other individuals or classes are impacted and the rest of Fowler Elementary and all of the Junior High and High School students will continue with In-Person learning as usual. If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID please call OCHD at 719-468-8083.
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Parents - please remember to send costumes for tomorrow that your student(s) can change into on their own or with little assistance. Also, in the interests of classroom space and planned activities, please do not send Inflatable Costumes (unless prior arrangements have been made with your student's teacher). You may drop off supplies at the office but may not attend the parties, as per our reopening plan, which unfortunately has not changed much since August. We appreciate your assistance and understanding as we work to provide the Halloween Parties for our students differently this year!
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The Fowler/McClave football game on Friday, October 30 will be broadcast on KVAY radio 105.7 FM and www.kvay.com. Kickoff is at 7:00 pm.
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ATTENTION ALL FOWLER ELEMENTARY PARENTS!!!! Tomorrow (Thursday, October 29) ALL K-6 students will have the opportunity to participate in a snow fort/snowman building activity during their music and/or PE times!! ❄️☃️. Permission slips are being sent home today for your student. In order for your student to participate they MUST have a signed permission slip AND have boots, winter coat (not just a hoodie), gloves, and a hat!! If they do not have these items, they will be participating in an indoor craft activity. We are excited for a fun day in the snow tomorrow! For those students who are gone today, you may send a note of permission with your child tomorrow Thx!! Mrs. Larson and Mr. Molina.
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Early Release on Friday, October 30! As part of the Homecoming activities at Fowler High School, ALL Fowler Schools will dismiss at 1:25pm on Friday, October 30! Buses will depart at 1:30pm!
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Students, Parents, & Guardians We've shared this previously but wanted everyone to have it as a reminder! This procedure applies to all Fowler students, K-12.? ----------------------------------------------------------- Remotely Present Procedure Reminder Students can be counted Present on days when they do not physically attend school but are "Actively Engaged" in class - attending via Meets, Zoom, etc. OR working on assigned work etc. Please know if you choose this option, ALL work will be due as assigned in class - a day for a day will NOT apply. If you are Absent and will not be actively engaged in classwork, you will be considered absent and the day-for-a-day will apply to make-up work. ? To qualify, students MUST complete ALL these steps: 1.??????A PARENT/GUARDIAN must contact the appropriate office by phone or email and confirm student will be 'Absent Physically but Will Be Working Remotely' 2.?????The STUDENT must email their Principal & ALL of their teachers to let them know he/she will not be attending physically but will be working remotely 3.?????The STUDENT must attend/participate as assigned by each teacher, as appropriate(Google Classroom, Google Meets, previously assigned work, etc.) 4.?????The STUDENT will be responsible for completing & submitting all work ON TIME, as if physically present Parents/Guardians of students who will be absent, working remotely or not, are expected to contact the office before 8:30am.
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This year?s Red Ribbon Week theme is Be Happy. Be Brave. Be Drug Free. The theme is a call to action to speak out in support of healthy choices. It also serves as a reminder that we are all empowered with shaping the communities around us through positivity, bravery and strength. Our Dress-up days will be as follows: Monday, Oct 26 Super Hero Day; Tuesday, Oct 27 Farm Day; Wednesday, Oct 28 Tie Dye Day; Thursday, Oct 29 Twin Day; Friday, Oct 30 Pajama Day
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Grizzly Gaiters are available in both the High School and Elementary Offices for $10 each! We have 2 designs and they come in 2 sizes - Sm/Med and Med/Large. Stop by either office to get yours today!
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Grizzly Gaiters are available in both the High School and Elementary Offices for $10 each! We have 2 designs and they come in 2 sizes - Sm/Med and Med/Large. Stop by either office to get yours today!
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Fowler Elementary School?s End of October Reminders/Updates Monday, October 19 & Wednesday, October 21 - Parent/Teacher Conferences * Schedule yours on the FES website. Contact the office if you need assistance. Wednesday, October 21 * First Quarter Honors Assembly; Attendance limited to FES Staff & Students ONLY. No Attendance by siblings, parents, guardians, grandparents, etc. Friday, October 23 ? No School K-12! Monday, October 26 through Friday, October 30 ? Red Ribbon Week Dress-up Days. * Mon, Oct 26 Super Hero Day, Tues, Oct 27 Farm Day, Wed, Oct 28 Tie Dye Day, Thurs, Oct 29 Twin Day, Fri, Oct 30 Pajama Day. Friday, October 30 ? Halloween Parties & Early Release from School (K-12) * Halloween Parties - Attendance limited to FES Staff & Students ONLY! No Attendance by siblings, parents, guardians, grandparents, etc. Parents may deliver items to the office for delivery but may not attend the parties. Specific party plans determined by classroom teachers. * School will be dismissed at 1:25pm; Buses will depart at 1:30pm Sunday, November 1 ? Daylight Savings Time ENDS * Remember to FALL BACK 1 hour!
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The Otero County Health Department is hosting a Community Flu Shot Clinic TONIGHT (Mon, Oct 19, 2020) at Blackburn-Dennis Community Center, 4:00-6:00pm for anyone who is interested!
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You can listen to FHS Football games on Oct 17, Nov 6, and Nov 13 at http://www.lajuntaradio.com & then clicking the 'Big Country Listen Live' button
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Here's a summary of information & expectations for anyone attending our home JH or HS football games: * Be Symptom-Free * Wear a Facecovering at ALL times (11 years and older) * Sit with your household/family groups * Social distance * Wash your hands BY ATTENDING, YOU'RE AGREEING TO ABIDE BY ALL OF THE EXPECTATIONS! If you are unwilling to do everything we ask, please stay home! Admission will be $5 for Adults and $4 for Students & Seniors. Season Passes will be available for purchase at the entrance gates. Grizzly Gaiters will be available for purchase at the South Entrance Gate for $10 each. Spectators may sit around the field outside the roped areas - please feel free to bring your lawn chairs with you! If you're unable to attend in person, you can listen to the game at 92.1 FM or online at www.lajuntaradio.com. Click the Big Country Listen Live button. We appreciate your support and each of you doing your part to keep our kids playing! It's a GREAT Day to be a GRIZZLY!
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You can watch today's football game at Caliche on Caliche Schools Facebook Page facebook.com/calicheschools. Go Grizzlies!
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A few REMINDERS for Parents * No School Thursday, October 15 or Friday, October 16 for Staff Workdays * No Study Hall or STEAM October 19-22. Both Resume Monday, October 26 * Parent-Teacher Conferences on Monday, October 19 and Wednesday, October 21 - schedule online at http://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c (Elementary) or http://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/conferences-a005fe40 (JH and HS). * No School Friday, October 23 Keep up with everything happening at Fowler Schools at http://www.fowler.k12.co.us/calendar! It?s a GREAT Day to be a GRIZZLY!
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Helpful Links for Parents! * Activity Calendar - http://www.fowler.k12.co.us/calendar * Goedustar ? www.goedustar.com; Your email that is on file is your user name; If you don?t know your password, you can reset it yourself o Progress Reports = Gradebooks (updated continuously) o Grade Cards = Report Cards (updated each quarter) * SchoolRush ? messaging app o You can sign up at https://fes-fowler.schoolblocks.com/ or https://fjrsr-fowler.schoolblocks.com/ o Download the app at http://schoolrush.com/ * Activity Attendance Protocols o Available at http://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/athletics-b21dc2fb# * Parent/Guardian Contact Information o Update at www.fowler.k12.co.us or https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqghYc5de1TgZpt7_quPaJ7YSRcy_1iQTkWW8cjg_YfQz6vg/viewform * Parent-Teacher Conferences - schedule appointments on our website  Elementary ? http://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c  Junior High & High School - http://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/conferences-a005fe40
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Pumpkin Grams! Dear Families, The Elementary Student Council will be selling Pumpkin Grams from October 12 thru October 30. Each Pumpkin Gram will include candy and a note. They are 50 cents each. Students may bring money to buy Pumpkin Grams before school. They will also be available to order in the office during recess time. The Pumpkin Grams will be delivered at the Halloween Parties. Thank you for your continued support! Fowler Elementary Student Council
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First Quarter Parent-Teacher Conferences are almost here ? October 19 & 21! Please help us reach our school-wide goal of 100% participation! Parents/Guardians have the option to schedule & attend their conference either In-Person or Remotely on Monday, October 19 or Wednesday, October 21. Facecoverings are required for In-Person Conferences. In-Person attendance is limited to Parents/Guardians only, do not bring children, etc. Appointment times are limited to 10 or 15 minutes (varies by teacher) & we will need your help to stay on schedule! Parents/Guardians will select available appointment times with their student(s) Homeroom Teacher through our website. You may also choose to make appointments with our PE, Music, Title I, and/or Special Ed Teachers. To schedule your appointment(s), follow the steps below: 1. Click this link: http://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c 2. Click on the Teacher?s name. 3. Then select your day from the available options 4. Then select your time from the available options 5. Finally, complete the requested information (Your name, email, phone, In-Person or Remote, etc.) 6. Repeat for each child! Please be sure to select different times for each child! If you will need days/times that are not listed, please contact the teacher(s) directly! Parents who prefer a ?Remote Conference? should complete the sign-up process AND contact the specific teacher via email to make those arrangements. If you need help scheduling your appointment, please contact the office at 263-4364. Thank you for helping make Fowler Elementary the best!
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You can keep up to date with all of the happenings at Fowler Schools on our Activity Calendar - http://www.fowler.k12.co.us/calendar - Athletics, Elementary, Study Hall, etc. You can even 'sync' any or all of our calendars with your own!
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YouUpLift has upgraded their page & you can now View & Submit Kind or Positive messages on the same page! Please visit https://youuplift.com/fowler-schools-kindness-wall/ to view & submit your own kind messages! It's a GREAT Day to be a GRIZZLY!
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Halloween Guidance from the State Health Department (CDPHE)
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Halloween Guidance from the State Health Department (CDPHE)
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Picture Retakes are Monday, October 12! Order envelopes are available in the Elementary & High School offices. OR You can also order at mylifetouch.com - Picture Day ID for the Elementary is EVTPSS2P6 & the JH/HS is EVTKWZ3FF.
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Updated guidance from the Health Department parents can use at home when determining when to keep kids home from school is now available. Parents should also follow this guidance for themselves when deciding whether or not to attend Parent-Teacher Conferences, Football Games, or other activities. We appreciate all of your help in keeping our kids healthy and In-Person! Its a GREAT Day to be a GRIZZLY!
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Here's the link to the online Graphic Edge FHS Football Gear Store! Follow the link, select your items, pay with a credit card. Items will be shipped to FHS in approximately 3 weeks. The store will only be open through October 4 so don't delay! https://fowlerhighschoolfootball2020.itemorder.com/sale
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Elementary STEAM has been canceled for All Grades on September 28 and 29. It is scheduled to resume on Monday, October 5 for Kdg thru 2nd and Tuesday, October 6 for 3rd thru 6th. The Elementary Track and Field Camp scheduled for Thursday, October 1 has also been canceled and will not be rescheduled this fall. We will work to find a makeup time in the spring. Thanks for all of your support! It's a GREAT day to be a GRIZZLY!
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Fowler School District worked closely with the Otero County Health Department to determine our steps after we received the information regarding a positive COVID-19 test in our High School. In the spirit of sharing, here is some additional information for everyone to know! In-Person Learning: Students attend all parts of school. This is what most of us would consider traditional school. We have been In-Person since August 17. Remote Learning: Students attend school remotely via Google Classroom, Google Meets, etc. on the same time schedule as In-Person learning. All of our Junior High and High School students will be Remote Learning until October 5. Quarantine applies to students and teachers who were in Close Contact with the diagnosed individual. This is interpreted as being in the same classroom or other close quarters (same vehicle, etc.). Individuals in quarantine are restricted from physical attendance, activity participation, etc. Several of our Junior High and High School teachers and students are Quarantined and cannot participate in school or activities until October 3.The Health Department will be contacting everyone in our quarantine group. Based on the known information, the Health Department determined that our Elementary students will be able to continue to attend In-Person.
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Today Fowler School District was notified of a positive test in our high school. The District has been working closely with the Otero County Health Department to determine our next steps. Current CDPHE protocol requires that close contacts of that student (students or teachers who share a class) be quarantined for 14 days from the onset of symptoms. All of the close contacts who need to quarantine will be notified. Quarantined students and teachers are to remain at home and may not attend school, any school activities, childcares, or other activities around other people. Students who do not receive a notification from the District are not considered close contacts and are not required to quarantine and may participate in school activities - https://drive.google.com/.../1dM0ztOtDq0P2l8yVpegVuU.../view. Due to the number of teachers who will be in quarantine, the District decided to move ALL Junior High & High School students to Remote Learning starting tomorrow, Friday, September 25. All Junior High & High School students will return to In-Person learning on Monday, October 5, 2020. The Elementary is not impacted and will continue with In-Person learning as usual. If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID please call OCHD at 719-468-8083.
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District Calendar Update - Thursday, October 15 has been changed to a Staff Workday, so there will be No School for K-12 students on that day. You can view the updated calendars on our website at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1p8p6Sc90tGFXVB9FVFs4Yl88EXh5xTVM?usp=sharing
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District Calendar Update - Thursday, October 15 has been changed to a Staff Workday, so there will be No School for K-12 students on that day. You can view the updated calendars on our website at https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1p8p6Sc90tGFXVB9FVFs4Yl88EXh5xTVM?usp=sharing
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When football resumes at FHS, everyone in attendance will be required to wear a facecovering. WE WILL COMPLY SO THAT OUR BOYS CAN PLAY and we ask that you help us with this!!! To that end, we will offer Grizzly Gaiters for sale at our home games to help everyone have a face covering. We will be selling them at cost to the public for $10 per gaiter. Below is the link to a survey to help us estimate the number we will need to order. Please fill out the form by tomorrow 9/22/20. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdI4b-L_r1rUisdXqFGjnT-EOCD1kcB8mml6xcFL3SLrwTDcA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Posted By: Superintendent Lotrich
When football resumes at FHS, everyone in attendance will be required to wear a facecovering. WE WILL COMPLY SO THAT OUR BOYS CAN PLAY and we ask that you help us with this!!! To that end, we will offer Grizzly Gaiters for sale at our home games to help everyone have a face covering. We will be selling them at cost to the public for $10 per gaiter. Below is the link to a survey to help us estimate the number we will need to order. Please fill out the form by tomorrow 9/22/20. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdI4b-L_r1rUisdXqFGjnT-EOCD1kcB8mml6xcFL3SLrwTDcA/viewform?usp=sf_link
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Fowler Students, Parents, & Staff The 'new' version of goedustar is now active. It includes everything it had before PLUS a 'Forgot Password' feature! Accounts will still lock after 3 incorrect login attempts. To unlock your account, please email Mr. Lotrich or Mrs. Aragon. We will unlock your account & you'll then be able to reset your password to something of your choosing. The link to the new version is https://www.goedustar.com/ and can also be accessed via www.fowler.k12.co.us by clicking the Parent Portal block.
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UPDATE - CHSAA & CDPHE have agreed on variances that are allowing football, field hockey, and sideline cheer to return this fall. There are still many details that are currently being worked out & nothing is finalized as of yet. We have submitted a request to CHSAA to play football this fall. Variance requests for other sports were denied and they will remain as per CHSAA's August calendar. Please watch for additional details as we will share once they become official.
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Updated guidance for Parents from CDPHE
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Families that were eligible for free or reduced-price school meals last spring at schools that participate in the National School Lunch Program can get up to $279 per child in benefits to buy food from the state of Colorado through Pandemic EBT, or P-EBT. Families who received SNAP in March, April and May of this year may have had P-EBT benefits automatically added to their existing EBT card in July, but all other eligible households must apply by September 23rd at coloradopeak.force.com/PEBT ?? You will need your child's SASID number which can be obtained from Kelly Wager at 719-263-4364 or Kelly.wager@fowler.k12.co.us.
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After-School STEAM is back! Kindergarten thru 2nd grades will attend on Mondays. 3rd thru 6th grades will attend on Tuesdays. 3rd thru 6th grades begin on Tuesday, September 8. Students will need a ticket each week to attend. Kindergarten thru 2nd grades will begin on Monday, September 14 (no school on Mon, Sept 7). Permission forms will be available next week. STEAM will be held in the High School from 3:30 until 4:25pm. If your student is attending, please be sure to arrange for transportation.
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Huge THANK YOU to First National Bank of Fowler for donating 400 Water Bottles to our Elementary, Junior High, & High School students!
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Fowler Schools just received notice that the USDA is funding FREE School meals for ALL STUDENTS 18 and YOUNGER starting with today’s lunch and lasting through December 20. This will not eliminate existing lunch bills but may help create an opportunity to catch up or get ahead. Thank You!
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September 2020 Newsletter Update Also available at https://fes-fowler.schoolblocks.com/
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ATTENTION PARENTS... Our external phone lines are WORKING AGAIN! Have a Great Evening!
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ATTENTION PARENTS... Our external phone lines are down at the moment. No calls going out or coming in. Hopefully the problem will be corrected soon. Have a Great Day!
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Due to changes in state & local policy, students can be counted Present on days when they do not physically attend school but are "Actively Engaged" in class - attending via Meets, Zoom, etc. OR working on assigned work etc. Please know if you choose this option, ALL work will be due as assigned in class - a day for a day will NOT apply. If you are Absent and will not be actively engaged in classwork, you will be considered absent and the day-for-a-day will apply to make-up work. To qualify, students MUST complete ALL of these steps: 1. A PARENT/GUARDIAN must contact the appropriate office by phone or email and confirm student will be 'Absent Physically but Will Be Working Remotely' 2. The STUDENT must email their Principal & ALL of their teachers to let them know he/she will not be attending physically but will be working remotely. 3. The STUDENT must attend/participate as assigned by each teacher, as appropriate (Google Classroom, Google Meets, previously assigned work, etc). 4. The STUDENT will be responsible for completing & submitting all work ON TIME, as if physically present
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Picture Day is Coming! Fowler Schools Picture Day will be Monday, August 31! Order envelopes have been provided to students (extras are available to pick up in the HS & Elementary offices). You also have the option to pre-order online at www.mylifetouch.com. Should you choose to order online, the Elementary Picture Day ID is EVTWFMSGG and the Jr/Sr High School Picture Day ID is EVTSGP43W.
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Clarification regarding the BLUE Otero County Dept of Human Services form that went home with students on Monday . . . This form helps the DISTRICT become eligible for grants and other funding. There is NO PERSONAL BENEFIT attached to the completion of this form. Please complete it with as much information as you're comfortable providing (names & address), sign, & return to school. Thank you for your cooperation!
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WHAT A GREAT FIRST DAY! OUTSTANDING EFFORT BY THE BEST STUDENTS ANYWHERE!!! EVERYONE WAS VERY GRACIOUS AND ACCEPTING OF ALL THE NEW REQUIREMENTS TO BE ON CAMPUS! WE DIDN'T HEAR A SINGLE COMPLAINT! THANK YOU PARENTS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! FIRST DAY BACK ON CAMPUS IN FIVE MONTHS AND AS ALWAYS...IT'S A GREAT DAY TO BE A GRIZZLY!!
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School starts tomorrow at 8:05! Early release at 11:25 on Monday; First full day on Tuesday! Please refer to our Return to In-Person Instruction Plan for our modified pre-school waiting areas. Also, please be sure to perform the health screenings & ensure your student(s) are ready for school! www.fowler.k12.co.us We are excited to get everyone back in the buildings! It's a GREAT Day to be a GRIZZLY!
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We are counting on your help in ensuring our students are well enough to attend school! Attached you will find the most recent guidance from CDPHE (State Health Dept) regarding At-Home Symptom Screening. Please use this as your guide before deciding to send your student to school each day! These guidelines will also apply to staff members. We cannot get back to In-Person Instruction without your assistance and making sure our students are well enough to attend but staying home if they're sick is key! Thanks for your help & cooperation! We are all VERY EXCITED for Monday, August 17, and our return to school! It's a GREAT Day to be a GRIZZLY!
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Thank you students & parents for representing Fowler Schools so well last night!!! Outstanding participation and cooperation last night at the athletics paperwork collection and Proactive Coaching!!! We know CHSAA's announcement about HS sports & activity seasons on Aug 4 sparked thousands of questions - we are working on solutions so we can provide the most high-quality opportunities for all of our students in all areas! Please use this link to send questions or suggestions for consideration - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqhx9oesLYTpboBJRAf6tYxNGUqXipYS9jxS1g0hfu16ngMA/viewform?usp=sf_link. Thank you for your continued support, flexibility, and cooperation as we work to return to school, sports, and 'normal'! It's a Great Day to be a Grizzly!
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Our Return to In-Person Instruction plan was reviewed by the Board on Monday, July 27 and we are a 'GO' for In-Person Instruction - as close to our 'old normal' as possible with a few adjustments/additions on August 17! There will be some adjustments to entering and leaving the building, going to & eating breakfast and lunch, seating on our buses, additional spacing in the classrooms, extra requests for handwashing, facecoverings for everyone 11 and older, and some other adjustments that you won't even notice! The Plan and Community & Staff Survey results are available at http://www.fowler.k12.co.us/covid-19-updates-20683169. Please know that even though this process has been long and complicated, it is still subject to change and we will need everyone's full cooperation to make it work! We don't have all of the answers to all of your questions and are asking for your best efforts to meet the intent of the plan, be cooperative, and flexible! Please reach out to me with questions at alfie.lotrich@fowler.k12.co.us! IT'S A GREAT DAY TO BE A GRIZZLY! Alfie Lotrich Superintendent/Elementary Principal
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We continue to target an August 17 reopening. Our goal is still to “return to in-person instruction with a school experience that is as close to 'normal' as possible while considering the safety and security of students and staff and adhering to current Health Department guidelines and rules. “ As we continue to craft our “Return to In-Person Instruction” plan, we are closely working with, and monitoring the continually changing information from, the Otero County Health Department (OCHD), the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), the Colorado Department of Education (CDE), the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA), and other agencies. We want our plan to be as complete and accurate as possible before we release it to the public, with the understanding it will continue evolve and update as situations dictate. As of today, we are anticipating releasing our plan during the last week of July. As additional information becomes available, we will share it via SchoolRush, Facebook & http://www.fowler.k12.co.us/covid-19-updates-20683169 or www.fowler.k12.co.us. Your patience and understanding are truly appreciated as we work through all of the orders, guidelines, and restrictions in an effort to safely return to school in a way that is as close to ‘normal’ as possible! Have a great rest of your summer! It’s a Great Day to be a Grizzly! Alfie Lotrich, Superintendent/Elementary Principal
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We hope everyone's summers are going well! Fowler School District R4J is targeting an on-time reopening in August 2020. Our goal is to return to in-person instruction with a school experience that is as close to 'normal' as possible while considering the safety and security of students and staff and adhering to current Health Department guidelines and rules. We will continue to work with the Otero County Health Department to ensure we are meeting current protocols and precautions. We will continue to emphasize personal health & hygiene, handwashing, and cleaning/disinfecting protocols. We are adding hand sanitizer stations and additional thermometers. We will implement other OCHD regulations regarding social distancing, group sizes, etc. as appropriate. We will provide a more detailed plan for our August return in late July. You can find our COVID & Return to School related documents, survey, and information at http://www.fowler.k12.co.us/covid-19-updates-20683169 or www.fowler.k12.co.us
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In an effort to support Colorado’s families during the COVID-19 epidemic, the Colorado Department of Human Services and Department of Education have teamed up to secure USDA approval to issue Pandemic-EBT (P-EBT) benefits to school-age children who would have received free or reduced-price meals during the time that schools have been closed for the 2019-2020 school year. It is also for children who would have been eligible for free or reduced-price meals in schools for March, April, or May due to loss of income in those months. Each eligible household with an eligible child will receive a card with approximately $279 per eligible child that you can use to purchase food at stores that accept EBT. For families that currently receive SNAP benefits, no action will be needed and benefits will be automatically issued in approximately mid-July. Families that currently do not participate in the SNAP program should visit https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs/p-ebt for application information. You will need your child's SASID number which can be obtained from Kelly Wager at 719-263-4364 or Kelly.wager@fowler.k12.co.us.
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Our youth need adults who they can trust and who will listen to them. Trustable adults help youth thrive. The Twelve Talks program was created by the Jefferson County Communities That Care coalition and is housed within Jefferson County Public Health. Learn how to communicate with your teenager and connect them with resources to help them thrive! https://www.twelvetalks.com/
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We hope everyone's summers are going well! Fowler School District R4J is targeting an on-time reopening in August 2020. Our goal is to return to in-person instruction with a school experience that is as close to 'normal' as possible while considering the safety and security of students and staff and adhering to current Health Department guidelines and rules. We will continue to work with the Otero County Health Department to ensure we are meeting current protocols and precautions. We will continue to emphasize personal health & hygiene, handwashing, and cleaning/disinfecting protocols. We are adding hand sanitizer stations and additional thermometers. We will implement other OCHD regulations regarding social distancing, group sizes, etc. as appropriate. We will provide a more detailed plan for our August return in late July. You can find our COVID & Return to School related documents, survey, and information at http://www.fowler.k12.co.us/covid-19-updates-20683169 or www.fowler.k12.co.us
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April's Elementary Newsletter is attached and on the web - https://fes-fowler.schoolblocks.com/
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Breakfast & Lunch- FREE FOR ALL STUDENTS * Weekdays from 7:30 until 9:00am in the FHS Drop-Off Lane * Drive, bike, walk, etc. * Students are not required to be present to receive food * To pay your Existing Lunch Bills - Mail your check to PO Box 218 OR Drop off your check at breakfast/lunch pick-up, Contact the District or Elementary office to schedule a ‘drop-off time’ Thank You!
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LIMITED BUILDING ACCESS THURSDAY, MARCH 26 between 10:00am and 12:00 Noon. * No more than 10 students will be allowed into a building at the same time * Social Distancing of 6 feet will be required Fowler Junior/Senior High School Students * Access to lockers, both hallway & gym locker room * Students should plan to: Remove PERSONAL items (clothing, electronics, etc.) and any items VITAL to their remote learning classes (Notebooks, pencils, etc.) * Students should LEAVE property such as textbooks - this is NOT to be used to completely clear lockers * Please park in the WEST PARKING LOT (near the HS Gym) * Access will be granted through the FRONT DOOR ONLY Fowler Elementary Students * Access to their cubbies * Students should plan to remove PERSONAL items (clothing, electronics, etc.) and any items VITAL to their remote learning classes (Notebooks, pencils, etc.) * Students should leave district property such as textbooks - this is NOT to be used to clean out desks * Please park in the EAST PARKING LOT * Access will be granted through the CONFERENCE ROOM door only Other Special Arrangements * Please send a note if someone other than parent/guardian/student will be picking up belongings * If classroom access is believed to be required, this will arranged with Mr. Bates and/or Mr. Lotrich on site * Medications will only be sent with adults * Additional days/times may be scheduled depending on need * Any other arrangements must be made with Mr. Bates and/or Mr. Lotrich More Information is available at http://www.fowler.k12.co.us/remote-learning-850c4aea
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REMOTE LEARNING PREPARATIONS * Parents – please be sure you check your voicemail, email, etc. and follow up with teachers * 3rd thru 12th grade students – check school email regularly. This will be the primary source of communication from teachers. * Kindergarten, 1st, & 2nd grade teachers – communications will go from teachers to parents. * Teachers are actively creating assignments – both online & paper. * All classes should be up & running by the end of the week * Online lessons & assignments will be shared via Google Classroom, email, etc. * Specific teachers will share their plans * Students will not need to be online all day, every day - Device sharing by siblings should be possible in most cases * Teachers making packets of work expect to have them ready by the end of the week. * Packets will be available as teachers complete them at the Breakfast/Lunch station beginning Tuesday morning (March 24), 7:30 til 9:00am. More information is available at http://www.fowler.k12.co.us/remote-learning-850c4aea
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The Colorado State Knowledge Bowl Board has CANCELLED the Colorado State Knowledge Bowl for 2020 scheduled at Colorado State University in Fort Collins for March 15-17.
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As per CHSAA website, ALL Spring Sports have been suspended until at least April 6. Here's the link to CHSAA's announcement: https://chsaanow.com/2020-03-12/spring-sports-and-activities-suspended-until-april-6/
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At 12:35pm, we received notification from Swink that today's Junior High Wrestlng as been CANCELLED.
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The Lamar Junior High Wrestling Tournament scheduled for Friday, March 13 has been CANCELLED.
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We are planning to operate 'business as close to usual' as possible for Thursday, March 12, and are continuing to monitor all information & recommendations from the Otero County Health Department and other Health Agencies. Please remember to wash your hands, contact your doctor if you exhibit symptoms, and stay home if you're sick. Individuals with pre-existing health conditions should exercise additional precautions. Please know we will continue to act in what we believe to be the best interests of our students & staff while attempting to minimize overreactions to situations that are beyond our control. Also, CHSAA has announced via their website, that fans will NOT be allowed to attend the State Basketball Tournaments (any classification). Here's their web post from tonight - https://chsaanow.com/…/attendance-for-state-basketball-to…/…. As always, if your student will be absent from school, please contact the office in the morning. Remember, No School on Friday, March 13 and No School next week for Spring Break! We are scheduled to resume on Monday, March 23! Alfie Lotrich, Superintendent/Elementary Principal
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Be sure to come to tonight's FHS FFA Labor Auction & Steak Fry! Dinner starts at 6pm in the Cafeteria! Prices are $7 for Kids & Seniors and $10 Adults! Labor & Project Sale starts at 7pm in the High School Gym! Always a Great Time & Great Food! Make a point to come support our FFA Chapter!
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Kindergarten Roundup for the 2020-21 school year will be Monday, March 9 by appointment! Prospective students must be 5 years old by June 1 of this year. Please share this info with anyone who might need/want it! Please contact the office at 719-263-4364 with questions or to make your appointment!
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Parent-Teacher Conferences are almost here! Help us reach our school-wide goal of 100% participation! Beginning today, February 24, you will schedule your appointments through our website. You will select your appointment by teacher, day, & time! 1. Click this link: http://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c OR Visit the Elementary Page https://fes-fowler.schoolblocks.com/, ‘School Info’ and ‘Conferences’ 2. Click on the Teacher’s Name, 3. Then select your day from the available options, 4. Then select your time from the available options, 5. Finally, complete the requested information! (Your Name, Email, Phone, etc.) If you have more than 1 child at Fowler Elementary, repeat the above process for each child. Please be sure to select different times for each child! Appointments are ‘First Come, First Served’ so schedule your appointment today! If you need days/times that are not listed, please contact the teacher(s) directly! If you need help, please contact the office at 263-4364. Thank you for helping make Fowler Elementary the best!
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Looking for Grizzly Gear?!?! Grand Opening of the Fowler Grizzlies Sideline store! Hundreds of customizable options! Enjoy this Grand Opening promotion. 25% off your purchase! This will be valid until 3/13/20. http://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/colorado/fowler/fowler-high-school
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Fowler Elementary's Pennies for Patients campaign has started! Over the next 3 weeks our school is helping LLS to cure blood cancers through Pennies for Patients. All proceeds benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) and its mission to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. Each Elementary classroom is working to raise the most in the school to win a celebration party and help us reach our school goal of $2,300. Students and classrooms can create pages. Every dollar counts! You can email, text, and post this link so that friends and family can help our students cure cancer. Here is the link to donate to our school page- https://events.lls.org/pages/rm/FowlerElementarySchool-2020. Thank you for your support!
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Science Fair Open House is TOMORROW NIGHT, January 30th, from 6-7 PM in the Elementary Multi-Purpose Room. We have some exciting activities planned for you! 1) Tour through the elementary science fair projects. 2) Learn about Aloe Vera plants in the display prepared by the Advanced Biology class. 3) Take a virtual tour through the school with the HS STEM students. 4) Learn about pH and conduct pH tests with the Chemistry class. Students will conduct HANDS ON pH tests to identify various substances as acids or bases. 5) Hang out with the Genetic Engineering class and learn how to use a microscope to observe fruit fly chromosomes and explore gel electrophoresis which enables DNA identification. Students will get to practice "loading" gel plates for electrophoresis. We hope you will join us!
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Join us January 30th from 6-7 PM for the Science Fair Open House! We have some exciting activities planned for you. * Tour through the elementary science fair projects. *Learn about Aloe Vera plants in the display prepared by the Advances Biology class. *Take a virtual tour through the school with the HS STEM students. *Learn about pH and conduct pH tests with the Chemistry class. Students will conduct a series of pH tests to identify various substances as acids or bases. * Explore various physics experiments and see how Physics students can collect real-time data. *Hang out with the Genetic Engineering class and learn how to use a microscope to observe fruit fly chromosomes and explore gel electrophoresis which enables DNA identification. Students will get to practice "loading" gel plates for electrophoresis.
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Happy New Year! If you haven't already it's time to start thinking about science fair projects. We realize science fair projects are a time commitment, but we want it to be a positive experience. Science fair provides your child with an opportunity to learn something new and share his or her learning with a judge through the interview process. If you have any questions about how to help your child be successful please don't hesitate to reach out to your child's teacher or Mrs. Pieper at Fowler High School. Here are some important dates regarding projects: January 28th: Projects are DUE. January 29th: Science Fair Judging January 30th: Science Fair Open House 6-7 PM OPEN HOUSE: New this year there will be various activities/displays provided by FHS students for families to interact with during the open house. More information will be provided at a later date, but please plan to attend!
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After School STEAM will resume during the week of January 13! No STEAM during the weeks of December 16 or January 6!
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No Elementary Study Hall during the week of December 16. Elementary Study Hall will resume on January 7!
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A huge THANK YOU to everyonewho donated to the Student Promotion Committee! We've raised nearly $2,000! The drawing winners are: *Quarter Beef – AJ Hobby, StephanieMartin, Ryan Nesselhuf, & Julie True *Half Hog - Mark Lowther, Drew Lower, Kevin Hagerman, Shaleen Bates,& Brandon McCuistion (2) *Whole Lamb - Drew Lower *Whole Goats - Drew Lower, BrandonMcCuistion, Rachael Stout, Amber Hall, & Brenda Enriquez
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The December Newsletter is now available - attached to this message & on the website at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xdNHTsZ11YBGk3GUGfyDoyuJ9wQfHgKm/view.
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Only a few days remaining - Don't Miss this Opportunity!!! Fowler School District’s Student Promotion Committee “The Student Promotion Committee will encourage, promote, and fund student activities that enhance the collaboration of the academic and social environment for all students in Fowler School District R4J. This student-led committee will be charged with appropriating funds raised to various students and/or student groups for the advancement of their mission.” Several State Fair show animals were donated anonymously and processed by Jensen’s Blue Ribbon Processing of Fowler. All related expenses have already been paid. We will be drawing for: Four (4) – Quarter Beefs AND Six (6) – Half Hogs AND One (1) – Whole Lamb AND Five (5) – Whole Goats Donation Amounts: $5 Donation = 1 Entry; $25 Donation = 6 Entries; $100 Donation = 30 Entries.The bigger your donation, the better your chances! You can make your donations in person at the Elementary Office or High School Office or selected campus events. You can also donate online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesuAg6ACanVDLtOQCI99ZtG2KsnmoKcha_dtHgk5gQvdDCkg/viewform?usp=sf_link and contacting Alfie Lotrich to make payment arrangements at alfie.lotrich@fowler.k12.co.us. Winning donors will be notified by November 22, 2019, and will be responsible for making pick-up arrangements by December 5, 2019, with Jensen’s Blue Ribbon Processing.
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The Grizzlies will host the Pikes Peak Christian Eagles in the CHSAA football semifinals. The game will take place on Vibber Field at Fowler High School on Saturday November 23rd at 1:00pm. Admission: Pre-school (age 4 and under....................... Free Student (K-12) & Sr. Citizen (age 60)............ $5.00 General Admission....................................$8.00 ONLY CHSAA AND CHSCA PASSES WILL BE ACCEPTED! Local / League passes will not be accepted! The game will be broadcast on the radio on 92.1 Big Country and the live feed will be from their site at the top right of the home page.
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Family Night at the Book Fair! Open til 7pm! Hurry down!!
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Just over 1 week remaining - Don't Miss this Opportunity!!! Fowler School District’s Student Promotion Committee “The Student Promotion Committee will encourage, promote, and fund student activities that enhance the collaboration of the academic and social environment for all students in Fowler School District R4J. This student-led committee will be charged with appropriating funds raised to various students and/or student groups for the advancement of their mission.” Several State Fair show animals were donated anonymously and processed by Jensen’s Blue Ribbon Processing of Fowler. All related expenses have already been paid. We will be drawing for: Four (4) – Quarter Beefs AND Six (6) – Half Hogs AND One (1) – Whole Lamb AND Five (5) – Whole Goats Donation Amounts: $5 Donation = 1 Entry; $25 Donation = 6 Entries; $100 Donation = 30 Entries.The bigger your donation, the better your chances! You can make your donations in person at the Elementary Office or High School Office or selected campus events. You can also donate online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesuAg6ACanVDLtOQCI99ZtG2KsnmoKcha_dtHgk5gQvdDCkg/viewform?usp=sf_link and contacting Alfie Lotrich to make payment arrangements at alfie.lotrich@fowler.k12.co.us. Winning donors will be notified by November 22, 2019, and will be responsible for making pick-up arrangements by December 5, 2019, with Jensen’s Blue Ribbon Processing.
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All Fowler Schools will be closed on Friday, November 15. Due to our Volleyball team competing at the State Tournament and our Football team traveling to Mancos for Saturday’s game, we will not be able to fully staff our classrooms on Friday. Also, Elementary Study Hall will be cancelled on Thursday but The Book Fair and 6th grade Silent Auction will both be as scheduled on Thursday. Thank you and go Grizzlies!
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Friday & Saturday Reminders: o Fri, Nov 8 – School dismissed at 12:25pm (buses depart 12:30pm) o Fri, Nov 8 – Volleyball Region 8 starting at 2pm versus Sanford & Colorado Spring School. Admission prices set by CHSAA will be $9 for adults & $8 for students & senior citizens. Local & League passes will not be honored, CHSAA & CHSCA passes only. o Sat, Nov 9 – Football versus Simla at 1pm. Admission prices set by CHSAA will be $8 for adults & $5 for students & senior citizens. Local & League passes will not be honored, CHSAA & CHSCA passes only.
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Reminder: School will be dismissed at 12:25pm tomorrow (Friday, November 8) and the buses will depart at 12:30pm. Thank you & Go Grizzlies!
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Reminder: School will be dismissed at 12:25pm on Friday, November 8 and the buses will depart at 12:30pm. Since we will be hosting the Region 8 Volleyball Tournament at 2:00pm on Friday, November 8, this will allow us to avoid conflicts for our buses and parents with parking, campus access, etc! Thank you & Go Grizzlies!
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Volleyball - we are hosting Region 8 on Friday, November 8 starting at 2pm versus Sanford & Colorado Spring School. The order of play will be Fowler-CSS, Sanford-CSS, Fowler-Sanford with 30 minutes between matches. The full Regional Bracket is available at https://chsaanow.com/2019-11-04/2a-volleyball-regional-tournament-brackets-2019/. Admission prices set by CHSAA will be $9 for adults & $8 for students & senior citizens. Local & League passes will not be honored, CHSAA & CHSCA passes only. School will be dismissed early on Fri, Nov 8: To accommodate our buses, spectator parking, etc., on Friday, November 8, we will dismiss school at 12:25pm & run buses at 12:30pm! Football - will play at Home versus Simla on Sat, Nov 9 at 1pm. Full bracket is available at https://chsaanow.com/2019-11-03/8-man-football-state-playoff-bracket-2019/. Admission prices are set by CHSAA will be $8 for adults & $5 for students & senior citizens. Local & League passes will not be honored, CHSAA & CHSCA passes only.
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We will be hosting the Region 8 Volleyball Tournament at 2:00pm on Friday, November 8. To accommodate our buses, spectator parking, etc., on Friday, November 8, we will dismiss school at 12:25pm and the buses will depart at 12:30pm! Go Grizzlies!
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Our Halloween activities are still scheduled. Students should not wear their Halloween costumes to school. They will be allowed to change later in the day. *Kdg thru 3rd grade students will Trick or Treat at Fowler Health Care Center and on Main Street in the afternoon. They will change into costumes after lunch. Students MUST be prepared for the expected cold temperatures (coats, hats, etc.) to participate. *Kdg thru 6th grade Classroom Halloween parties will begin at 2:30. Students may begin changing into costumes during afternoon recess. Thank you!
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Attention FHS volleyball fans... Here are the makeup times and dates for the remaining regular season volleyball games. Thursday October 31st - FHS vs. Swink at home (Varsity only) - 4pm Friday November 1st - FHS vs. Hoehne at home (Varsity only) - 3pm
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The November-December Elementary Newsletter is now available at https://fes-fowler.schoolblocks.com/ in the 'Newsletters' block.
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Fowler School District’s Student Promotion Committee “The Student Promotion Committee will encourage, promote, and fund student activities that enhance the collaboration of the academic and social environment for all students in Fowler School District R4J. This student-led committee will be charged with appropriating funds raised to various students and/or student groups for the advancement of their mission.” State Fair show animals were donated anonymously and processed by Jensen’s Blue Ribbon Processing of Fowler. All related expenses have already been paid. We will be drawing for: Four (4) – Quarter Beefs AND Six (6) – Half Hogs AND One (1) – Whole Lamb AND Five (5) – Whole Goats Donation Amounts: $5 Donation = 1 Entry; $25 Donation = 6 Entries; $100 Donation = 30 Entries.The bigger your donation, the better your chances! You can make your donations in person at the Elementary Office or High School Office or selected campus events. You can also donate online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesuAg6ACanVDLtOQCI99ZtG2KsnmoKcha_dtHgk5gQvdDCkg/viewform?usp=sf_link and contacting Alfie Lotrich to make payment arrangements. Winning donors will be notified by November 22, 2019, and will be responsible for making pick-up arrangements by December 5, 2019, with Jensen’s Blue Ribbon Processing.
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Today's High School Volleyball versus Hoehne has been postponed. It will be played on Wednesday, October 30 as JV and Varsity only, no c-Team, starting at 4pm.
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Attention FHS volleyball fans... Hoehne schools are closed due to weather today. Therefore they will not travel to Fowler for volleyball today. The games have been rescheduled for Monday October 28 with C-Team starting at 4pm.
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Please be sure your contact information is up to date! We will use the numbers we have in our system to contact you - closures, dismissals, etc. You can provide updated contact info by contacting the office or on the web by clicking the 'Change of Information' link under the 'Family' tab at www.fowler.k12.co.us. Thank you!
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2019 Fowler Elementary T-Shirt orders are due Thursday, October 24! Shirts cost $10 each (large sizes are more). Payment is due with the order. Order forms were sent home with students earlier but can be picked up at the office!!
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Parents - Thank you to everyone who attended Parent-Teacher Conferences on Monday night! Remember, teachers will be available again on Thursday October 24 from 3:45pm to 5:00pm. Elementary parents - please be sure to reach out to your teachers if you need to reschedule. Secondary parents - Mr. Van Sickle, Mr. Goff, Mrs. Pieper, Ms. Whalen, or Mr. Lowther, will not be available on Thursday, so please contact them to arrange a time.
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Student Council will be selling Pumpkin-Grams in Mrs. Lower’s room during 2nd Recess through October 30. Each Pumpkin-Gram will cost $1 and will include a Tootsie Pop or Blow Pop with your message and will be delivered on Halloween Day.
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Mark your calendars! Be sure to visit the Scholastic Book Fair at Fowler Elementary - November 11-14, 3:30-7:00pm. For more information, visit https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bookfairs/cptoolkit/homepage.do?method=homepage&url=fowlerelementaryschool1
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Reminders! * No School on Friday, October 18 for Staff Workday! * No Elementary Study Hall until October 28! * No After School STEAM until October 28! * Parent-Teacher Conferences on Monday, October 21 & Thursday, October 24. Appointments are made on the website - call the office at 263-4364 if you need help setting up your appointment! * No School on Friday, October 25!
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Picture Retake Day is Tomorrow -Thursday, October 17! Please return your original package with your student(s). Order envelopes have been provided to students and are still available in the HS & Elementary offices. You also have the option to pre-order online at www.mylifetouch.com. Should you choose to order online, the "Elementary Picture Retake Day ID" is CG329793Y1 and the "Jr/Sr High School Picture Retake Day ID" is CG329798Y1.
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Thank you to everyone who has already scheduled their Parent-Teacher Conferences! This year, YOU will schedule your appointments through our website by teacher, day, & time! If you have not scheduled yours yet: 1. Click this link: http://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c OR Visit the Elementary Page https://fes-fowler.schoolblocks.com/, ‘School Info’ and ‘Conferences’ 2. Click on the Teacher’s Name, 3. Then select your day from the available options, 4. Then select your time from the available options, 5. Finally, complete the requested information! (Your Name, Email, Phone, etc.) If you have more than 1 child at Fowler Elementary, repeat the above process for each child. Please be sure to select different times for each child! Appointments are ‘First Come, First Served’ and are filling fast! If you need days/times that are not listed, please contact the teacher(s) directly! If you need help, please contact the office at 263-4364. Thank you for helping make Fowler Elementary the best!
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REMINDER - Parent-Teacher Conferences are almost here! Help us reach our school-wide goal of 100% participation! You will schedule your appointments through our website by teacher, day, & time! 1. Click this link: http://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c OR Visit the Elementary Page https://fes-fowler.schoolblocks.com/, ‘School Info’ and ‘Conferences’ 2. Click on the Teacher’s Name, 3. Then select your day from the available options, 4. Then select your time from the available options, 5. Finally, complete the requested information! (Your Name, Email, Phone, etc.) If you have more than 1 child at Fowler Elementary, repeat the above process for each child. Please be sure to select different times for each child! Appointments are ‘First Come, First Served’ and are filling fast! If you need days/times that are not listed, please contact the teacher(s) directly! If you need help, please contact the office at 263-4364. Thank you for helping make Fowler Elementary the best!
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Picture Retake Day is Coming! Fowler Schools Picture Retake Day will be Thursday, October 17! Please return your original package with your student(s). Order envelopes have been provided to students. Extras are available to pick up in the HS & Elementary offices. You also have the option to pre-order online at www.mylifetouch.com. Should you choose to order online, the "Elementary Picture Retake Day ID" is CG329793Y1 and the "Jr/Sr High School Picture Retake Day ID" is CG329798Y1.
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School will be dismissed on Friday, October 11 after the Homecoming Parade, at approximately 2:00pm.
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The weather tomorrow is supposed to be COLD! Please be sure your students are prepared in the morning - coats, hats, gloves, etc. https://www.weatherbug.com/weather-forecast/10-day-weather/fowler-co-81039
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Parent-Teacher Conferences are almost here! Help us reach our school-wide goal of 100% participation! You will schedule your appointments through our website. You will select your appointment by teacher, day, & time! 1. Click this link: http://elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/forms-c81a3b7c OR Visit the Elementary Page https://fes-fowler.schoolblocks.com/, ‘School Info’ and ‘Conferences’ 2. Click on the Teacher’s Name, 3. Then select your day from the available options, 4. Then select your time from the available options, 5. Finally, complete the requested information! (Your Name, Email, Phone, etc.) If you have more than 1 child at Fowler Elementary, repeat the above process for each child. Please be sure to select different times for each child! Appointments are ‘First Come, First Served’ so schedule your appointment today! If you need days/times that are not listed, please contact the teacher(s) directly! If you need help, please contact the office at 263-4364. Thank you for helping make Fowler Elementary the best!
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2019 Fowler Elementary T-Shirt orders are open! Shirts will cost $10 each (large sizes are more). Payment is due with the order. Orders are due by October 24. Order forms will be sent home with students by Monday, October 7!
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Change of address? New phone number? Replace your email address? We’d like to know so we can contact you! You can update your contact information at www.fowler.k12.co.us by clicking ‘Family’ and then ‘Change of Information’! Thanks for your help!
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We have made some revisions in our weekly STEAM procedure. 1. Teachers will issue STEAM tickets to qualified student Thursday or Friday. 2. Students are responsible to TAKE HOME to get Parent Signature 3. Students are responsible to RETURN the ticket Monday or Tuesday, as appropriate 4. Students must take completed ticket (Name, Teacher, Parent, Date) with them to gain admittance to STEAM. 5. Students who go to STEAM but do not have a completed ticket will be sent to Study Hall 6. K-3 STEAM day is Monday 7. 4-6 STEAMday is Tuesday 8. STEAM ends at 4:30pm, please make travel arrangements for your student in advance, student pick up will be at the main entrance to Fowler High School.
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Picture Day is Coming! Fowler Schools Picture Day will be Monday, September 9! Order envelopes have been provided to students (extras are available to pick up in the HS & Elementary offices). You also have the option to pre-order online at www.mylifetouch.com. Should you choose to order online, the "Elementary Picture Day ID" is CG329793Y0 and the "Jr/Sr High School Picture Day ID" is CG329798Y0.
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Please note the change in Drop Off & Pick Up procedures! To help with traffic flow and safety of everyone involved, we are asking for your cooperation with the following changes: Please use the lane next to the sidewalk will be for 'Drop Off in the Morning' ONLY. To Pick Up in the Afternoon, please park in a spot in the lot. Please do not park along the 'island' at the entrance. There is NO PARKING in the Drop Off lane at any time. Thank you for helping to keep our students, families, and guests safe!
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Please note the change in Drop Off & Pick Up procedures! To help with traffic flow and safety of everyone involved, we are asking for your cooperation with the following changes: Please use the lane next to the sidewalk will be for 'Drop Off in the Morning' ONLY. To Pick Up in the Afternoon, please park in a spot in the lot. Please do not park along the 'island' at the entrance. There is NO PARKING in the Drop Off lane at any time. Thank you for helping to keep our students, families, and guests safe!
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Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math = STEAM Students will explore, through hands-on experiences, the world. Broken down by grade groups, (K-3rd, 4th through 6th, Junior High and High School) kids will be given guided projects such as bridge building, simple machines, kitchen chemistry, basic physics, digital designs, virtual reality, augmented reality, robotics, and even learning to fly a drone. Beginning September 9th and continuing through the year. (Schedule subject to change) Times for meeting will be: * Mondays 3:30 - 4:30 (Kindergarten - 3rd Grade with teacher ticket) * Tuesdays 3:30 - 4:30 (4th - 6th Grade with teacher ticket) * Wednesdays 3:30 - 5:00 (Junior High must not be in required study hall) * Thursdays 3:30 - 5:00 (High School must not be in required study hall) There will be an alternate schedule for High School Students involved in other after school activities - must not be in required study hall See specific school websites for the flyer http://www.fowler.k12.co.us/fowler-steam-b1747def or https://fes-fowler.schoolblocks.com/ or http://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/
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Picture Day is Coming! Fowler Schools Picture Day will be Monday, September 9! Order envelopes have been provided to students (extras are available to pick up in the HS & Elementary offices). You also have the option to pre-order online at www.mylifetouch.com. Should you choose to order online, the "Elementary Picture Day ID" is CG329793Y0 and the "Jr/Sr High School Picture Day ID" is CG329798Y0.
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From the Fowler Rec Department: The annual Fowler Rec Department Volleyball and Football MANDATORY Parent Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 4 (TOMORROW) at 6:30pm in the High School Gym Lobby. If you’ll be unable to attend, you must make arrangements with Becca Sharp before the meeting. Please be aware your children will NOT be allowed to participate unless you attend the meeting or make arrangements in advance of the meeting. If you have questions or need to make arrangements, please contact Becca Sharp at 719-251-7301.
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From Fowler Rec Dept: FOWLER REC FALL SPORTS MANDATORY PARENT MEETING WILL BE THIS WEDNESDAY, 9/4/19 AT 6:30 IN THE HIGH SCHOOL GYM COMMONS AREA! If you have any questions, please contact Fowler Rec Department.
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We successfully completed our Safety Drills today - Lockout, Lockdown, Hazard, & Evacuation/Fire. Attached you will find information that shares terminology, procedures, etc., so you know what we use and what your student(s) may tell you tonight. As always, if you have questions, please contact the office! -------------------------------------------------- Hoy hemos completado con éxito nuestros simulacros de seguridad: bloqueo, bloqueo, peligro y evacuación / incendio. Adjunto encontrará información que comparte terminología, procedimientos, etc., para que sepa qué usamos y qué pueden decirle sus estudiantes esta noche. Como siempre, si tiene preguntas, ¡comuníquese con la oficina!
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We successfully completed our Safety Drills today - Lockout, Lockdown, Hazard, & Evacuation/Fire. Attached you will find information that shares terminology, procedures, etc., so you know what we use and what your student(s) may tell you tonight. As always, if you have questions, please contact the office! -------------------------------------------------- Hoy hemos completado con éxito nuestros simulacros de seguridad: bloqueo, bloqueo, peligro y evacuación / incendio. Adjunto encontrará información que comparte terminología, procedimientos, etc., para que sepa qué usamos y qué pueden decirle sus estudiantes esta noche. Como siempre, si tiene preguntas, ¡comuníquese con la oficina!
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Remember Tonight's Open House from 6-7pm! Meet your student's teachers! Check out the changes to the entrance to FHS! Grab some FREE FOOD courtesy of the FHS FFA at the Ag Shop! Purchase FHS Activity Passes at the FHS Office! See you tonight!
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FHS Activities Passes are available! Prices for 2019-20 can be found on our website at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qsD1WkDoYveMGa4RcJynWWypEYKzmUtNcyi8AQQ7nkg/edit. You can purchase at the FHS Office at our Open House on Tuesday, August 20 from 6:00-7:00pm or at the gate at FHS Home Volleyball or Football contests. Contact the FHS Office for more information at 263-4279!
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Forgot your passwords over the summer? You can use the 'Forgot Password' link for School Rush, but Go.Edustar does not have that feature, so please contact the office if you need assistance! Have a great day!
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Athletic Paperwork, Parent Meetings, Proactive Coaching, & 7th Grade Orientation Tuesday, August 6, 2019 • 5:00pm Paperwork Submission for HS & JH Athletes, HS Gym, til 5:45pm • 5:45pm MANDATORY Parent Information Meeting for HS & JH Athletes, HS Gym • 6:00pm Proactive Coaching Presentation for Parents of HS & JH Athletes, HS Gym, MANDATORY FOR PARENTS, Open to everyone! • Approx. 6:45pm HS Fall Sport Parent Meetings, Mandatory, specific locations TBA (following Proactive Coaching) • Approx. 6:45pm JH Athletics/PE Presentation Students & Parents, Mandatory, JH Gym (following Proactive Coaching presentation) • Approx. 7:00pm JH Orientation for 7th Grade Students & Parents, HS Cafeteria, Optional but Highly Encouraged (following JH Athletics/PE presentation) Proactive Coaching Parent Presentation – Fowler R4J is hosting PROACTIVE COACHING (https://proactivecoaching.info/shoppac/) again this year to work with our student-athletes, coaches, and parents to “help intentionally create character-based cultures, provide a leadership blueprint, develop confident, tough-minded, fearless individuals and train coaches for excellence and significance.” This opportunity is made possible through the support of the AIM/XL Grant & District Wellness Committee and the Fox Family Foundation. The parent presentation is mandatory for ALL parents of JH or HS athletes but is open to anyone and everyone! Paperwork – Athletic physicals are valid for 365 days and must be signed by physician or chiropractor. Forms are available in any Fowler Schools office or on the FHS Athletics page at http://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/athletics-b21dc2fb. All other required forms will be available at the August 6 meeting. ALL paperwork must be submitted to Mr. Lowther before HS athletes may PRACTICE and before JH athletes may COMPETE. For questions or additional information, contact the FHS Office (Aug 1 or later) at 719-263-4279 or Mr. Lowther at mark.lowther@fowler.k12.co.us or Mr. Bates at Russell.bates@fowler.k12.co.us. 7th Grade Orientation – Highly recommended for incoming 7th-grade students and parents/guardians. For additional information, contact Mrs. Aragon (Aug 1 or later) at 719-263-4279 or anytime at donna.aragon@fowler.k12.co.us.
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Athletic Paperwork, Parent Meetings, Proactive Coaching, & 7th Grade Orientation Tuesday, August 6, 2019 • 5:00pm Paperwork Submission for HS & JH Athletes, HS Gym, til 5:45pm • 5:45pm MANDATORY Parent Information Meeting for HS & JH Athletes, HS Gym • 6:00pm Proactive Coaching Presentation for Parents of HS & JH Athletes, HS Gym, MANDATORY FOR PARENTS, Open to everyone! • Approx. 6:45pm HS Fall Sport Parent Meetings, Mandatory, specific locations TBA (following Proactive Coaching) • Approx. 6:45pm JH Athletics/PE Presentation Students & Parents, Mandatory, JH Gym (following Proactive Coaching presentation) • Approx. 7:00pm JH Orientation for 7th Grade Students & Parents, HS Cafeteria, Optional but Highly Encouraged (following JH Athletics/PE presentation) Proactive Coaching Parent Presentation – Fowler R4J is hosting PROACTIVE COACHING (https://proactivecoaching.info/shoppac/) again this year to work with our student-athletes, coaches, and parents to “help intentionally create character-based cultures, provide a leadership blueprint, develop confident, tough-minded, fearless individuals and train coaches for excellence and significance.” This opportunity is made possible through the support of the AIM/XL Grant & District Wellness Committee and the Fox Family Foundation. The parent presentation is mandatory for ALL parents of JH or HS athletes but is open to anyone and everyone! Paperwork – Athletic physicals are valid for 365 days and must be signed by physician or chiropractor. Forms are available in any Fowler Schools office or on the FHS Athletics page at http://fhs.fowler.k12.co.us/athletics-b21dc2fb. All other required forms will be available at the August 6 meeting. ALL paperwork must be submitted to Mr. Lowther before HS athletes may PRACTICE and before JH athletes may COMPETE. For questions or additional information, contact the FHS Office (Aug 1 or later) at 719-263-4279 or Mr. Lowther at mark.lowther@fowler.k12.co.us or Mr. Bates at Russell.bates@fowler.k12.co.us. 7th Grade Orientation – Highly recommended for incoming 7th-grade students and parents/guardians. For additional information, contact Mrs. Aragon (Aug 1 or later) at 719-263-4279 or anytime at donna.aragon@fowler.k12.co.us.
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The Fowler Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the "Wake Up Breakfast" on Thursday, June 13, at 6:30am at Cottonwood Links Golf Course, cost $8 per person.
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We have REVISED our District Calendar for 2019-20. Here are the changes: Friday, October 11 is now a STUDENT day & Friday, October 18 is a STAFF WORKDAY. You can view the full calendar on our website at http://bit.ly/2Xozjrr
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We have 1 more Master Plan Open House remaining! Please make plans to attend Tuesday, June 4 at 6:00pm in the HS Cafeteria! The Master Plan and related documents can be found on the district's website at http://bit.ly/2ER7fpr
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K – 12th Grade School-required Immunizations for the 2019-20 School Year. English - http://bit.ly/2ELma4a; Spanish - http://bit.ly/2MjiVqT
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Revised Dates for the 2019 Youth Football Camp - http://images.pcmac.org/SiSFiles/Schools/CO/FowlerSD/FowlerElem/Uploads/Publications/Fowler_Youth_Football_Camp_2019_Registration.pdf
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Here are some upcoming Summer Activities for your kids! http://www.elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/?PageName=SchoolPublications&CategoryID=18509&SubCategoryID=42238
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Here are some upcoming Summer Activities for your kids! http://www.elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/?PageName=SchoolPublications&CategoryID=18509&SubCategoryID=42238
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Here are some upcoming Summer Activities for your kids! http://www.elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/?PageName=SchoolPublications&CategoryID=18509&SubCategoryID=42238
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Here are some upcoming Summer Activities for your kids! http://www.elementary.fowler.k12.co.us/?PageName=SchoolPublications&CategoryID=18509&SubCategoryID=42238
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Revised Super Kids Day Schedule Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Due to the weather forecast, we are eliminating the water activities and re-arranging the schedule for Super Kids Day. *8:05 In-Class Activities *9:00 Movie in the Multi-Purpose Room OR In-Class Activities *10:30 Dodgeball in the Junior High Gym *11:30 Lunch & Recess *12:30 Tug of War & Races *Approx. 1:00 Activity Stations *3:00 Pick up and return to classrooms *3:25 School is dismissed
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You are all invited to attend as Fowler School District hosts a series of Open Houses to share our Master Planning efforts and next steps! We will address planning efforts completed to date, summary of facility needs identified, various solutions considered and applicable costs, and the pros, cons, and tax impacts of funding options. We will also conduct tours of the buildings. Our first Open House will be Tuesday, May 14 at 6:00pm. We will host Open Houses again on Saturday, June 1 at 10:00am and Tuesday, June 4 at 6:00pm. Each Open House will begin in the Cafeteria. The most recent draft of the Master Plan, and other related documents, can be found on our website at http://www.fowler.k12.co.us/Default.asp?PN=DocumentUploads&L=1&DivisionID=23775&LMID=1168914. We are looking forward to seeing everyone attend and participate!
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You are all invited to attend as Fowler School District hosts a series of Open Houses to share our Master Planning efforts and next steps! We will address planning efforts completed to date, summary of facility needs identified, various solutions considered and applicable costs, and the pros, cons, and tax impacts of funding options. We will also conduct tours of the buildings. Our first Open House will be Tuesday, May 14 at 6:00pm. We will host Open Houses again on Saturday, June 1 at 10:00am and Tuesday, June 4 at 6:00pm. Each Open House will begin in the Cafeteria. The most recent draft of the Master Plan, and other related documents, can be found on our website at http://www.fowler.k12.co.us/Default.asp?PN=DocumentUploads&L=1&DivisionID=23775&LMID=1168914. We are looking forward to seeing everyone attend and participate!
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Here's your May 2019 Newsletter - http://bit.ly/2L68YN8!
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Summer Reading Program information from the Fowler Public Library - http://images.pcmac.org/SiSFiles/Schools/CO/FowlerSD/FowlerElem/Uploads/News/Documents/Summer_Reading_Program_2019.pdf
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Remember - NO SCHOOL tomorrow or Monday! Enjoy your four day weekend! Happy Easter! See everyone on Tuesday, April 23!
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Here's a quick guide to the terminology we will use at Fowler Schools regarding safety & security: http://bit.ly/2v4hjGe
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Here's a quick guide to the terminology we will use at Fowler Schools regarding safty & security: http://bit.ly/2v4hjGe
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Make plans to attend The 4th Grade Parents Melodrama “The Saga of Golden Horseshoe . . . or That Was No Philly, That is My Lady” on Friday, April 12 at 7:00pm in the High School Gym. Proceeds from ticket sales to our annual melodrama help fund the 4th Grade’s Outdoor Education Program in early May at Camp Jackson.
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Thank you to everyone who donated to our Pennies for Patients campaign and your support of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society! https://bit.ly/2OCouOV
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Here's the April 2018 Newsletter! https://bit.ly/2OsqUPW
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Parent-Teacher Conferences have been rescheduled for Thursday, March 28; 3:45-6:00pm. Elementary conference appointment times will remain the same as scheduled; Junior High & High School teachers (with a few exceptions) will be available until 6:00pm.
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The Fowler Rec Department will be at the PBIS Family Night (Tuesday, March 26 - 6:00-7:00pm) to register students for Summer Baseball. Rec Department representatives will be available to answer any questions you may have at that time!
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A student research at UC Denver in the Buell Early Childhood Leadership Program is working on a community based research project exploring how families in Bent, Otero & Crowley counties access & utilize early childhood resources & opportunities for children. If you have children in your home, 12 years or younger, please consider participating in the survey at https://forms.gle/gEKCHniN5wsrpRqi6.
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Fowler Schools Scholastic Book Fair - BUY ONE GET ONE FREE; Monday-Wednesday, March 25-27; 3:30-7:00pm. You can set up an 'eWallet' and get more information at https://bit.ly/2Fi7bhK. Family Night - Tuesday, March 26 from 6:00-7:00pm. Come enjoy a presentation by the Elementary Kindness Cubs and Free Food from FHS FBLA - all courtesy of our Kindness Teams!
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The link is not working through the message but does work through our Facebook page. I am working to find out why and what we can do to fix the link. Thanks for your patience!
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EduKits are back for 2019-20! ORDER BY MAY 31, 2019 FOR BEST PRICING AND FREE SHIPPING. Fowler Elementary offers the EduKit program as a convenient option to order school supplies for the 2019-20 year. EduKits include the supplies approved by our teachers. Order by May 31 to ensure your student's order will be in the classroom on the first day of school. Extended ordering is available from June 1 - July 20 for an additional fee and will be delivered to your home shortly before school begins. To order, visit: https://www.edukitinc.com/schools/11950/Fowler%20R4-J
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Parent-Teacher Conferences Monday, March 11 & Thursday, March 14; 3:45-7:30pm both days. Elementary Parents - conferences are by appointment & you should have your times! Secondary Parents - conferences are 'come & go' so you can see individual teachers as appropriate! Please help us reach 100% participation!
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Daylight Savings Time begins on Sunday, March 10, 2019, at 2:00 A.M. Remember to “spring forward” and set your clocks forward one hour when you go to bed on Saturday night!
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Just heard from representatives of the Town of Fowler that the water line has been repaired! We will be in session on Thursday! See everyone tomorrow! Huge THANK YOU to all the Town's employees for all of their hard work!
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Please remember - NO ELEMENTARY STUDY HALL today, tomorrow, or next week! The next day for Elementary Study Hall will be Monday, March 25!
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We have RESCHEDULED our Elementary Group/Class Pictures with Lifetouch for Thursday, March 28. These were originally scheduled for March 7. Ordering information will remain the same - Flyers that were sent home or online at www.mylifetouch.com Individual Picture Day ID CG328620Y0; Class & Band Picture Day ID CG328620G0
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Just FYI - our North Route bus has experienced some mechanical issues this morning. A replacement bus is on its way and students WILL be transported to school! :) Thank you!
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The Fowler Elementary Newsletter for March is here - https://bit.ly/2SwpNis
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Fowler Elementary will be joining the FHS FFA students for 'Ag in the Classroom' activities tomorrow (Wed, Feb 20). PLEASE be sure your student(s) leave the house with appropriate coats, hats, gloves, since several of the exhibits will be outside! Thank you!
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Please keep in mind these guidelines for deciding when to keep your children home from school: *Temperature above 100.0 – please keep them home until they have been without a fever for more than 24 hours without the use of medications. *Vomiting or Diarrhea – please keep them home until no vomit or diarrhea for 24 hours without the use of medications. *Antibiotics prescribed by a physician – please keep them home until they have received the medication for at least 24 hours *Cold, cough, sore throat, etc. – please use your best judgement and keep them home if they are frequently coughing, complain of difficulty swallowing, or have increased nasal discharge. Our goal is to reduce the spread of illness – please be considerate of this when making these decisions! School work that is missed can be completed upon return to school - our main concern is getting & keeping all of our students in good health!
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It's Parent/Teacher Conference time of year again!!! Where has the year gone?!?!?! The parent/teacher conference letters will be coming home with students this week. If you don't receive a letter from your student by Monday, February 25, please contact Mrs. Wager in the Elementary Office at 263-4364. We are asking that all conferences be confirmed by March 1 to give us an opportunity to make any necessary scheduling adjustments. Thank you all very much for everything you do!!!
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Remember, NO SCHOOL tomorrow (Monday, February 18)!
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At approx 4:15 today, Bus 16 was involved in an accident. A large wooden spool of fiber optic cable came off of a truck westbound immediately in front of our eastbound bus. The spool impacted the front of the bus, embedded in the engine block and front of the bus. The bus ended up against the guardrail. We had the driver and 1 student on board, both were treated on scene and released by emergency medical personnel. We would like to thank the Colorado Department of Transportation, Colorado State Patrol, Pueblo Sheriff Department, and the Fowler Volunteer Fire Department & EMT's for their help today. We are very fortunate and thankful that no more injuries or damage occurred! Alfie Lotrich Superintendent of Schools/Elementary Principal
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Reminder - NO STUDY HALL today due to Elementary Staff Meeting! Thank you!
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Remember the Science Fair Open house tomorrow (Thursday), 6:00-7:30pm. The HS Chemistry Class will provide chemistry demos at 7:00 PM.
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It's Science Fair Week! Students should bring their completed science fair projects to the school on Tuesday. Judging will take place on Wednesday. Open house will be Thursday starting at 6:00 with the HS Chemistry Class doing chemistry demos at 7:00 PM. Click here for tips on how to help prepare your child for the judges: https://www.sciencebuddies.org/science-fair-projects/science-fair/judging-tips-to-prepare-science-fair#keyinfo
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The Wrestling Club parent meeting scheduled for tonight has been postponed and will be rescheduled for Thursday, January 24 at 5:00pm in the HS Cafeteria.
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NO STUDY HALL TODAY! Elementary Study Hall has been CANCELLED for today (Tues, Jan 22)! Parents - if your student was planning to stay for Study Hall and you need to inform them of new arrangements, please call the Elementary Office, 263-4364.
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We are OPEN today! Please be careful and take your time! (originally sent at 6:30am)
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We are OPEN today! Please be careful and take your time!
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From the Fowler Wrestling Club: Registration will be Tuesday, January 22, 5:00-6:00pm (NEW TIME) in the Cafeteria. The new time will allow everyone the opportunity to attend the Fowler HS Wrestling Dual vs. Peyton at 6:00pm in the FHS Gym.
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From the Colorado Dept of Education: Free and Reduced Price School Meal Applications – Eligibility during government shutdown "During a temporary lay-off or federal furlough without pay, families can apply for free or reduced price school meal benefits using current income information. The shutdown represents a temporary reduction in income and families experiencing these reductions must have the opportunity to apply for benefits, if needed. Applications must include all other household income and be completed according to requirements. Once the shutdown ceases, families can request their meal benefits be terminated. For questions, contact free&reducedpriceschoolmeals@cde.state.co.us." Remember - you are welcome to submit an application at ANY time during the school year when your family and/or income situations change!
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2nd Quarter Report Cards were sent home with students today! Please check with your student! Remember, you can keep to date with gradebooks, grade cards, etc. with your Parents OnLine account! If you need assistance logging in, please contact the Elementary Office!
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Remember, classes begin again tomorrow - Tuesday, January 8! Welcome Back!
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