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Principal's Corner
Happy Friday Wildcats!
With the flowers blooming and the sun shining, we are so excited that Spring has sprung! This time of year always makes us reflect on exciting new chapters for our learners and the amazing quarter ahead for all our FMS community. As we charge into the final 7 weeks of the school year, we will all be busy with everything that comes with this time of year, but I hope we all may pause from time to time and reflect on the power of community and belonging that comes with being in the FMS Family. We are so very proud of our staff and students and look forward to finishing the year in true Wildcat style!
If your student has a Chromebook checked out to them and they are NOT in Algebra 1, the Chromebook and Charger needs to be returned IMMEDIATELY. We need as many Chromebooks as we can gather for CMAS Testing. Students are only allowed to have Chromebooks checked out to them for short periods of time (illness, vacation). Thank you for your help with this!
Report Cards for 3rd Quarter are now posted on ParentVUE.
There will be No School Friday, April 10. Enjoy your day off!
Mark your calendars for our final Parent Teacher Conferences on Monday, April 13 from 3:30pm-7:30pm
The April 2026 edition of The Fruita Feed is now available. We hope you enjoy our latest edition!
FMS uses a Google Calendar to share information with Families. We encourage you to check this each week in the Friday Facts newsletter for all our up to date information. You can also add it or any of the activities we have on it to your own personal calendar. Friday Facts Calendar
FMS Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday 7:30am-3:30pm
Friday 7:30am-1:30pm*
*Staff/Main Office is not available after these hours due to meetings and duties assigned to them. We will not be answering the main office phone or the doorbell. Thank you for your understanding.
CMAS Dates & Information
CMAS Dates & Information
FMS will be participating in CMAS testing on April 6, 7, and 9. There will not be a testing session on April 8 because of a track meet. It is important for your learner to get a good night's rest and eat a healthy breakfast on these days! Please help your child show what they know on this important measure of academic growth. For more information, please visit the Parent Assessment Page
Thank you to everyone who answered the call we sent last week asking for CMAS Snacks. Your donations are greatly appreciated and we feel the love you are sending the students during this test time!
PTO Meeting
PTO Meeting
PTO will host their monthly meeting on Wednesday, April 8 at 4:30pm in the FMS Library. We look forward to having you there!
Paraprofessionals Day at FMS!
Our paras are truly the heartbeat of so much of what we do. They show up with patience, compassion, flexibility, and an unwavering commitment to supporting our students and staff. Whether they’re working one-on-one, jumping in wherever needed, or offering encouragement during tough moments, their presence makes a lasting difference.
We are incredibly grateful for each of them and the care they pour into their work. Please join me in celebrating and thanking all of our paraprofessionals for the vital role they play in our school community.
StuCo 2026 at FMHS
StuCo 2026 at FMHS
Below is the application for your current 8th graders who are interested in being part of StuCo at FMHS next year. Kids can complete the application and ask for teacher recommendations to be part of the StuCo Class. The class will count as a high school elective. Applications are due Monday, April 13. Freshmen will be a part of the class next year and not have to do it as a lunchtime club.
If you have questions about FMHS StuCo, please email Julie Blevins at FMHS Student Council Advisor
We ordered a few extra!
Our final order — including the total number of copies — has officially been placed!
Now we wait for them to be printed, bound, and shipped. We can’t wait for everyone to see this year’s book!
We ordered a few extra!
Great news!
Our Yearbook budget allowed us to order 50 extra copies beyond what was already sold! If you meant to purchase a yearbook but didn’t get the chance, you can still snag a copy for your middle schooler.
Simply visit jostensyearbooks.com to purchase yours before they sell out.
Once they’re gone — they’re gone!
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What happens next?
Yearbooks are printed and bound in Tennessee before being shipped out for delivery in mid-May. Once they arrive, the Yearbook Committee will sort and organize the books for distribution to advisory classrooms.
Students will receive their yearbooks in Advisory on Wednesday, May 13th and will have an entire week to collect signatures from friends and teachers!
Not sure if you have already purchased a yearbook this year? Email roxanne@d51schools.org and I can double check for you!
*Minimum purchase requirements and eligibility restrictions apply.
Elevate Kids Fun Run
The D51 Foundation is excited to once again partner with Elevate Kids for the 5th Annual Elevate Kids Fun Run
Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Las Colonias Park.
For every person that signs up to run/walk for our FMS team, the PE department receives proceeds to put back into the PE program!
Sign-up/Scholarship, and Payment Info:
D51F and Elevate Kids are each contributing $2,000 to provide a total of $4,000 in scholarships for Fun Run participants. Scholarship applications are available October 1, 2025- March 13, 2026. There are 2.5,5, and 10k races.
Girls On The Run 5K
Flyer Information
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Duct Tape Challenge
Duct Tape Challenge
Happy Friday!
During the 4th Quarter, we are "rolling" out the DUCT TAPE ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE!
Here is how it works - for every week your student has demonstrated 90% or better attendance, they will "earn" a foot of duct tape to be awarded at our end-of-quarter assembly and celebration. During that assembly, students get to tape a select staff member to a wall! This is a fun way to celebrate and encourage good attendance!
For more information, reach out to Mr. Neal. Wahoo!
The district has a goal of achieving a 95% attendance rate for middle schools. We will be showing our weekly attendance rate in the Friday Facts each week. April 3:
Track & Field Info
Track & Field Info
Track & Field Practice started on Monday, March 23. We have 61 7th graders and 53 8th graders participating this year! Our first meet will be Wednesday, April 8 at Stocker Stadium (hosted by Mount Garfield Middle) at 3:45pm.
Southern Italy 2028
Southern Italy 2028
Hey future travelers....
Say "ciao!" to our brand new destination — Southern Italy 2028! We're trading in our Southeast Asia plans for ancient ruins, breathtaking coastlines, fresh mozzarella, and ALL the gelato your heart desires.
I can't wait to share all the details, register for our info meeting below and let's make this happen! Mrs. Bohl
Register here: https://bit.ly/4ua2GgZ
Costa Rica Trip
Costa Rica Trip
Are you interested in travel? Would you like to give your student the opportunity to learn about other cultures? Come learn more about our Costa Rica trip over spring break 2027 on April 28th at 5:30pm in the band room. Parents may join the trip as well as students that will no longer be attending FMS.
For more information, please email Mrs. Hurshman at mira.hurshman@d51schools.org
Pick Up & Drop Off
Please review the Pick Up & Drop-Off Guidelines for FMS. The first few days of school can cause quite a log jam so please be patient and remember we are next to a high school with new drivers. Safety First!
Parents - a couple of Drop-off/Pick-up procedures to clear up:
Once students arrive on campus for the day, they are not allowed to leave campus to walk to Maverik or other areas off campus.
Do not use the west lot in front of the school. That is designated for staff parking.
Do not drive on the Canal Road
Do not park along the sidewalk curb on the northwest side of the building. This area is designated for Special Education pick-up, and it doesn't leave the buses enough space.
Only drop-off or pick-up in the East lot or the East drop off loop.The Main Bus Loop and the staff parking lot is NOT for pick up and drop off
When exiting the parking lot after school, at the corner of J Road and Fremont, please ONLY turn right or go straight through the neighborhood. Please do not turn left. You will be turning directly into kids crossing in the crosswalk, and it's a safety issue. We are trying to wave cars through to clear the parking lot as quickly as we can. If you are waiting to turn left, it backs traffic up. Turning left just puts more cars into the already hectic High School traffic.
Schoology 101
Schoology 101
All D51 Middle Schools use Schoology as the platform for students and parents to see their class progress. Take a few minutes with your students this weekend to look over Schoology (available to students in Classlink).
6th Grade Parents and 7th & 8th Grade New Parents, you should have or will receive an email inviting you to set up a Schoology account.
If you need help with Schoology, including receiving a new code if you deleted the first email, you can complete the FMS Schoology Help Form on our Schoology Help Page
FMS Schoology Help Form: Fill this out if you can't access your student, are having trouble creating an account etc.
April Wellness Reminder
April Wellness Reminder
April – Hydration & Healthy Choices
April – Hydration & Healthy Choices
Water is the best drink to keep your body hydrated and energized. Skip sugary sodas and sports drinks!
Make your own flavored water by adding lemon, cucumber, or berries.
Elementary:
Click here for more information.
Sip Smarter from the American Heart Association
Club/Tutoring Info
Club/Tutoring Info
Tutoring Information: Mrs. Pietz Room B2 on Mondays and Wednesdays for 30 minutes after school, Mrs. McKee Room 178 (ELA) and Mrs. Johnson Room 169 (Math/Science) on Tuesdays for an hour after school.
Magic the Gathering/D&D Club Mondays after school until 4:00 in Mr. Cole's room 126. Bring your MTG decks. If you don't have a deck but still want to play, come and join us. Mr. Cole has thousands of cards and he can help you build a deck.
Chess Club Tuesdays after school until 4:00 in Mr. Cole's room 126. All are welcome. Even if you don't know how to play chess, come and learn.
Rubix Cube puzzle solvers, come to our new Cubing Club. Tuesday's from 3:15-4pm in Ms. Hernandez’s room #94. Don’t forget to bring your Rubix Cube!
Are you into skiing or snowboarding? Then the Ski & Board Social is for you! Join us next Tuesday, February 3rd, after school until 4:00 in Mrs. Cooney’s Room 138 to connect with others who also love to ski and board.
Need more basketball in your life? 6th and 7th grade Basketball Club Tuesday's, with Coach Bonner in the gym. Boys and girls are welcome. We'll play until 4:25.
ALL students from any grade are welcome to join Fruita Middle Quidditch Club where we play Quadball, a dodgeball/handball style game inspired by Harry Potter's Quidditch. We will play most Wednesdays after school from 3:20-4:20 with Coach Bonner, including an intramural tournament in the spring. Follow @fruitamidquid on Instagram and Facebook for more details and exciting things going on at FMS.
FCA, Fellowship of Christian Athletes will meet Thursday's after school until 4:00pm in Mr. Williams room 92. You don’t have to be a Christian, and you don’t have to be an athlete to join. Come join us for food, fellowship and friendship.
Trout in the Classroom Club! We’ll be raising rainbow trout—from tiny eggs all the way to small fry—before releasing them into a local river. It’s hands-on, it’s fun, and it’s a great way to learn about our environment. Meetings are every Thursday from 3:15 to 3:45 in Mrs. Edwards’ room #129. We hope to see you there!
Writing Club will be in Mrs. Lintott's room 141 on Thursday's from 3:15-4:10.
Keep up to Date with FMS Activities!
FMS uses a Google Calendar to share information with Families. We encourage you to check this each week in the Friday Facts newsletter for all our up to date information. You can also add it or any of the activities we have on it to your own personal calendar.
Kids Aid Food Bags
Kids Aid Food Bags
Kids Aid is a local nonprofit organization. The backpack program is a food assistance program which provides bags of food to children in need of food for the weekend.
There is NO cost, and there are NO qualifications to participate in this program. If you feel your child/children would benefit, please complete order form above. The Backpack Program does not collect this information; it is used only for the schools to know who needs to receive the food.
Please visit our website at www.kidsaidcolorado.org for more information and/or to leave us feedback about our Backpack Program. Your feedback helps us to better meet your kids’ needs.
Program enrollment is on-going throughout the school year. If you have questions, please contact Rosanna Romero
FMS Contact Information
Fruita Middle School
1835 J Rd Fruita CO 81521
Main Office: 970-254-6750
Fax: 970-858-0486
Website: https://fms.d51schools.org/
Follow us on Facebook at: facebook.com/fmscougars
On Instagram at: @fruitamiddleschool
Main Office Staff
FMS Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday 7:30am-3:30pm
Friday 7:30am-1:30pm
Staff/Main Office is not available after these hours due to meetings and duties assigned to them. We will not be answering the main office phone or the doorbell. Thank you for your understanding.
Administration
Jeremiah Johnston: Principal Jeremiah.Johnston@d51schools.org
Dr. Becky Streeval: Assistant Principal Student Last Names A-L Becky.Streeval@d51schools.org
David Neal: Assistant Principal Student Last Names M-Z David.Neal@d51schools.org
Counselors
Rosanna Romero: Student Last Names A-L Rosanna.Romero@d51schools.org
Kerri Spore: Student Last Names M-Z Kerri.Spore@d51schools.org
Secretaries
Katie Bosio: Attendance & Registration Katie.Bosio@d51schools.org
Taya West: Principal Secretary Taya.West@d51schools.org
Health Staff
Tara Tannous: Health Assistant Tara.Tannous@d51schools.org
Heather Lee: School Nurse Heather.Lee@d51schools.org
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