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Thank you for your patience as we discover and work out our mistakes in this first version of an electronic newsletter!
Fassett MS Principal's Message
February is not only the heart of the third quarter, but also marks the change where we begin to transition into next school year. Eighth grade students are beginning to register for high school courses and the master schedule for Fassett is being formulated. It is exciting to look to the future, but also important that we maintain focus on finishing this school year with growth and progress.
I continue to be pleased with student growth, both academically and behaviorally. Many of the character traits we have talked about with students from the beginning of the year are finding their way through daily life in the hallways of Fassett. Thank you parents, staff members, and community members for your positive influence on Fassett students!
Honesty is the character trait for February. Part of our mantra this school year for our students is to: 1. own your decisions / take responsibility for your decisions 2. pay your consequence 3. change your behavior. These steps seem extremely simple and straight forward, but require much practice. They also flow into the character trait of honesty. We will continue to talk to students about honestly assessing their behaviors and thought processes. After being honest with themselves about their role in situations, they will be able to easily be honest with others.
Two quotes we will be using this month are:
“Truth often hurts, but it’s the lie that leaves the scar.” (Anonymous)
“If you tell the truth, you don’t have to remember anything.” (Mark Twain)
As always, thank you for your positive involvement at Fassett!
Sincerely,
Tim Holcombe
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Sexting, FaceBook, MySpace... - Do You Know What Your Child is Doing Online? Learn What You Need to Know!
The Oregon City Schools is hosting an informational forum on social networking on March 1, 2010. The forum will begin at 7:00pm in the Clay High School Library. Our goal is to educate parents of K-12 students about sexting, Facebook, MySpace and what many children are doing on their phones and computers. If you think your child is too young, you might be surprised. Representatives from the Oregon Police Department and the Lucas County Prosecutor's office will share examples of how students put themselves in danger using their computers and cell phones. District teacher, Amy Sweet, will show parents how to see what their children are doing and how to help protect their children from online predators. If you are a parent and not overly familiar with social networking, you won't want to miss this informational forum. It will help you become better acquainted with the technology your sons/daughters are growing up with as part of their daily lives.
For questions about the forum please contact Nathan Quigg, Technology Director of Oregon City Schools, via e-mail at nquigg@oregoncs.org.
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Bugsy Malone Jr. Forty energetic and talented middle school students at Fassett have transported themselves back to the roaring twenties with this year’s musical, Bugsy Malone Jr. But don’t worry; this isn’t your ordinary gangster story. The “Sopranos” in this story are really sopranos! The musical, based on the 1976 movie starring Scott Baio and Jody Foster is a tongue and cheek tribute to the jazz age, with ice cream served at the speak easy, and gangsters “splurging” each other with guns that shoot silly string. It seems Fat Sam (Jacob Harrison), who runs one of the most popular clubs in town, is in danger of being closed down by Dandy Danielle (Alison Susor) and her menacing all female gang (Danielle Lorenzen, Jessy Bohland, Paige Arman, Shannon Barney, and Cooper Isbell). Enter baby-faced Bugsy Malone (Maxx Gordon), a killer with the ladies and a definite asset to Fat Sam. Unfortunately, Bugsy has also caught the eye of Sam’s girlfriend Tallulah (Mariah McDougle) - though he’s set his designs on showgirl Blousy Brown (Taylor Daniel). Add Fat Sam’s not so bright gang (Connor Rheinbolt, Jared Miller, Jared Jacob, and Ben McCoy), some show girls (Courtney Quinlan, Madison Phillips, Alyssa Fussell, Hannah Kesling, and Harleigh Isbell), and a honky tonk score by composer Paul Williams, and you won’t be able to contain your laughter, or stop tapping your toes! Angela Cooney, 6th grade teacher at Fassett, has put together a talented production team that includes Fassett colleague Karen Angst as musical director, Lisa Gordon as director, Bridget Harrington and Heather Klatt as choreographers, as well as a host of parent and student volunteers. “We are especially grateful to Oregon Community Theater for their unending encouragement and support,” Mrs. Cooney explained, “ Their expertise has allowed us to put on shows here at Fassett that rival many high school productions.” Show dates are March, 26th, 27th, and 28th. Curtain times are 7:30 for Friday and Saturday’s performance, and 3:00 for Sunday’s matinee. Cost is $8.00 for adults and $6.00 for students and seniors. Reserved tickets go on sale at Fassett Middle School on March 1st , and can also be purchased at the door. Be sure to bring the whole family for this enjoyable evening of jazz, jokes, and hijinks. Read more...
Daily Life in Ancient Rome Research Projects
7th graders in Mrs. Clough's social studies class have been learning about what daily life was like in ancient Rome. Foods, clothing, school, entertainment, and technology in ancient Rome
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CONGRATULATIONS TO FASSETT WRESTLERS: 2010 GLL CHAMPS
January 23rd was a big day for Coach Herrera, Coach Screptock and their Viking wrestlers. After a season of successes (including tournament victories at Fostoria and at the Eastwood Duals) and learning, the Vikings performed at an extremely high level in capturing the GLL Junior High Championship.
The Vikings scored 208 points and featured 12 medalists (6 first place, 2 second place, 3 third place and 1 fourth place).
Placing for the Vikings were:
80 Chase Saul 3rd Place
86 Austyn Gwin 3rd Place
92 Jared Davis 1st Place
98 Richie Screptock 1st Place
104 Marcel Bryan 1st Place
110 Christian Peters 4th Place
116 Corey Fawver 3rd Place
122 Vicente Kimbrall 2nd Place
134 Bryce Castilleja 1st Place
142 Andy Howard 1st Place
205 Antonio Zapata 2nd Place
245 Riley Rayner 1st Place
Congratulations wrestlers on a great season!
Fassett was the host for the 2010 GLL Wrestling League Meet held at Clay High School. Fassett Middle School would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous contributions in helping to make this year’s junior high school GLL wrestling tournament a great success!
Matt Medina of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes
P.J. Kamfhammer and Maumee Bay Turf
Clay High School
Fassett and Eisenhower parents
Meijer
Ralphies
Bob Evans
Chunkies
Salad Galley
Sonic
Luckies
Burnsey’s
Diana Gadus and Carol Ann Molnar of the Oregon Board of Education
Don’s Donuts
Hostess Bakery
Fouty and Co.
Dos Hermanos
Cinco De Mayo
Golden Jade
Marco’s Pizza Starr Avenue Location
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DRIVE ONE 4 UR SCHOOL FUNDRAISER A HUGE SUCCESS Thank you to all who participated in driving a Ford on November 14th as part of Ford Motor Company’s Drive One 4 Ur School event sponsored by Matthews Ford. The fundraiser was a huge success for the Fassett athletic department, netting a check for $3,540.00. The money raised will go towards uniforms and building the budget for big ticket item purchases. Mr. Ray Campos from Matthews Ford presented Mr. Holcombe with a check at the pep rally held for winter athletics on January 22nd. Again, thank you to all those who participated in this excellent event! Read more...
MARCOS PIZZA NIGHT FUNDRAISER DATES CHANGED
Thank you to all who have participated in the Marcos Pizza Fundraiser that will be earmarked for this year’s 6th and 7th graders for their DC trip. Dates for the remainder fo the year have been changed.
They new dates are:
Thursday, Feb 18th
Thursday, April 22nd
Thursday, May 20th
If you order from the Marcos on Starr or the Marcos on Woodville Road, proceeds will benefit our students. Just mention that you are from Fassett. Thank you for all of your support!
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Panel Discussion on Prevalent Teenage Issues to be Held at Perrysburg High School Perrysburg High School will host a panel discussion focusing on current issues regarding teenagers on Monday, February 22, from 7:30 – 8:45 p.m. in the Perrysburg High School Auditorium. Dr. Montana Miller and Rossford/Anthony Wayne D.A.R.E. Officer Jeff Graham will discuss topics that will include the impact of Read more...
CHS Annual Giant Garage Sale
When: Saturday, March 6, 2010 - 8:00am - 1:00pm
Where: Clay HS Cafeteria
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Please start saving unwanted clothing, household items and any other treasures to donate to this sale. You may drop off your items on Friday, March 5th from 4:00pm till 8:00pm at the Clay Cafeteria. Items will not be accepted at any other time. Plan on coming back to shop on Saturday!
Sponsored by the Academic Boosters Club
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Oregon City Schools Set Date for Kindergarten 2010-11 Parent Information Night
 If you have a child who will be attending kindergarten next year, (5 years old on or before September 30, 2010), please attend a Parent Information Meeting on Thursday, March 4, 2010 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. at the Clay High School Cafeteria, 5665 Seaman Road. Parking is available in the student parking lot off of Seaman Road on the west side of Clay High School (enter through door 38). Please note this is a change in location.
This session will include information regarding procedures, requirements, and academic expectations for kindergarten. This meeting is designed to give parents/legal guardians strategies for preparing their children for school. Kindergarten registration materials will be available and appointments for registration and screening will be scheduled at this time.
Please share this information with neighbors, relatives, or friends who might have a child 5 years old on or before September 30, 2010.
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OCS Playmakers vs. 13abc All-Stars
Come see faculty and staff of the Oregon School System take on the All-Stars from 13abc!
The game is being held Friday, March 19th at 7:30 in the Harold Potter Field House at Clay High School. $3 per person, regardless of age. Bring the entire family for a fun filled evening! The first 100 fans will receive free Pom Poms/Thunder Sticks. All proceeds from the game go the the Academic Boosters Club. Join us after the game at Buffalo Wild Wings. 10% of your bill will go to the Academic Boosters Club.
Sponsored by: AFSCME Local 4 AFL-CIO & the Oregon City Federation of Teachers
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New Board Members Sworn In for Oregon City Schools
 2010 Oregon City School Board
Top Left: Eric Heintschel
Top Right: Richard Gabel
Bottom Left: Diana Gadus
Bottom Middle: Diane Karoly
Bottom Right: Carol Molnar
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FASSETT SPELLING BEE YIELDS WINNERS! The Fassett Annual Spelling Bee was held on January 21st in the auditorium. Mrs. Morrin once again organized and conducted the Spelling Bee with excellent results. Contestants signed up in advance and competed in a school-wide contest. Congratulations to Cassie Johnson, Read more...
CONGRATULATIONS TO FEBURARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH!
Congratulations to eighth grader Chico Mireles, sixth grader Madeline Sneed, seventh grader Shelby Barney, and eighth grader Jillian Keller who were chosen by the Fassett Faculty as February's Students of the Month. Students of the Month are selected for their outstanding citizenship and academic effort. Congratulations to all of our recipients!
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