Fruita Middle School will be off November 25-29. The school & office will be closed that week. 

Enjoy your break!

We have a large amount of Lost & Found items that we would love to get back to their owners! Please remind your students to come take a look. Parents can come check it out after school.

We want to inform you of a road construction project set to begin later this week on 19 Road. This project will include widening the road, upgrading the sewer line, and enhancing utility infrastructure along 19 Road. The construction will cover the area from Highway 6 & 50, extending north on 19 Road, past J Road.

While this work will mostly impact vehicle traffic, walkers and bikers should exercise caution while navigating the construction zone. The intersection at J Road will remain open for most of the project, though pedestal crossings may be impacted as the project progresses. Minimal interruptions to bus pick-up and drop-off times are expected, though traffic congestion may cause occasional delays. Please see the detour map for additional details, or visit the City of Fruita’s project page for updates. Impacted school administration will closely monitor traffic flow and congestion to help ensure that students and staff can travel to and from school safely. We will continue to assess the situation as construction progresses and keep you updated on any changes or issues that may arise.

The City of Fruita has directly notified residents within a half-mile radius—from 19 Road to 20 Road and extending into Fruita to Peach Street—about this project. We understand, however, that many District 51 Fruita-area school families may also be affected. This message is for your information only to help you plan your commutes to and from our campuses accordingly.

Although this is a City of Fruita road construction project, please don’t hesitate to contact your child’s school administration office or email the district communications office with any questions or concerns.

Can You Help Us Represent the Western Slope at State?

On November 16th, the Fruita Middle School Robotics team, The Live Wires, competed in the Grand Junction Regional Tournament. Our talented team of eight 7th graders achieved incredible results, placing 1st in the Robot Game and 3rd Overall, which qualified us for the State Championship in Denver on December 7th!

We are thrilled for this opportunity to represent the Western Slope on such a big stage. However, we need your help to make it happen! We’re seeking local sponsors to assist with tournament fees, lodging, and meals as eight families and three coaches will be traveling to Denver for this exciting competition.

In appreciation, we plan to recognize our sponsors in several ways, including shout-outs on the school’s Facebook page and mentions in our weekly family newsletters.

If you or your business would like to sponsor our team and support our journey to State, please reach out to Lyndsi Cooney at Lyndsi.Cooney@d51schools.org.

Thank you for your generosity and support in helping Fruita Middle School Robotics shine at State!

The next PTO meeting will be Wednesday, Dec. 11 at 4:30pm in the FMS Library. All are welcome!

FMS would like to put together a Girls On The Run Team for Spring 2025. We are looking for Parent coaches and volunteers to help with this program. For more information, please see the GOTR website at https://www.gotrwesterncolorado.org/volunteer

If you are interested in helping, please email Rosanna Romero, FMS Counselor at Rosanna.Romero@d51schools.org. She will be setting up the team!

We would love to provide businesses the opportunity for advertisement within the walls of FMS.  The flyer below shows how businesses can support our FMS athletic teams.  With their financial contribution, a business banner will be hung on the wall of the gym at FMS. 

If you have questions, please email Becky Streeval, FMS Athletic Director

Girls basketball started on Monday 11/18. 7th grade begins at 6am and 8th grade is after school until 5pm. You MUST have the district middle school athletic clearance form (green) turned in to the school in order to participate. See you next week!

Quidditch Club is the best time of the week and everyone is welcome! Meet Coach Bonner and friends on Fridays after school as we head out back to play until 4:20 each week. Follow @fruitamidquid on social media for quidditch and FMS updates.

• Chess Club meets Tuesday's from 3:15-4:00 in room 126 (Mr. Cole’s room)

• FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) meets Thursday's from 3:15-4:00 in room 99 (Mrs. Wood's room)

• Dungeons & Dragons Club meets Monday's from 3:15-4:00 in room 126 (Mr. Cole’s room)

• Kid's Wilderness Club meets most Monday's from 3:15-4:00 in the Library. See Ms. Bohl for more information

• Quidditch Club will meet Friday's with Mr. Bonner (Room 166) before heading to the field. Follow @fruitamidquid on social media for quidditch and FMS updates.

• (On Hold until February) Brain Teaser Club meets Wednesday's from 3:15-4:00 in room 99 (Mr. William's room)