Falcon Update: Issue 8

Hello Fitz Families,

As Thanksgiving approaches next week, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude for everyone who has contributed to making this year special. That includes our students, families, teachers, office staff, custodians, classroom staff, SSAs, SLPs, Boys & Girls Club, ASPIRE, Project Kinship, SAPD, Kitchen staff, counselor, psychologist and anyone that has has a positive contribution to our campus and climate. We also recognize that some families may be facing challenges and may need a little extra support during this season. If you or someone you know is in need of food this Thanksgiving, please click the link below to find local food pantries that can help provide meals. Our community is here to support one another, and we hope everyone can experience the warmth and care of the season.

👇 Click on the link below if you or someone you know is in need of food. 👇

"Treats with Traffic" at Fitz was a big success! Our students enjoyed connecting with the Santa Ana Police Department’s Traffic Division officers, who handed out free treats, snacks, and stickers. The event created a positive and welcoming atmosphere, fostering stronger relationships between students and our local law enforcement. Many students stopped by to grab a treat before heading home, to the Boys & Girls Club, or their ELOs, and the smiles on their faces showed just how much they appreciated the gesture. We’re grateful to SAPD for their support and look forward to more community-building events like this in the future!

Last week, a number of our students participated in the Spanish Diagnostic Test at Fitz. This assessment helps determine the appropriate high school Spanish class for Spanish-speaking students who are not enrolled in the Dual Language Immersion program. Placement in a language class other than English supports students' progress toward meeting the A-G requirements, which include two years of a language other than English for admission to the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems. Additionally, achieving a high proficiency level in a language other than English, such as Vietnamese or Spanish, can lead to earning the State Seal of Biliteracy on their diploma or transcript, recognizing their ability to communicate fluently in English and another language—a valuable skill for college and career readiness.

November 20: Los Amigos: Community Partners (9:00 - 11:00 am)

• Learn about Community Partners:
• Behavioral Health
• Immigration & Refugee Affairs
• Public Transportation
• Apply to CalFresh, Medi-Cal, and CalWORKs

November 21: Los Amigos Parent DLI Meeting and Campus Walk (9:00 - 10:00 am)

November 21: Noche de Tertulia (5:00 - 6:00 pm)

• Cooking Demonstrations
• Games and activities
• Food Sales
• Fitz MPR

November 25 through November 29: Thanksgiving Recess (No School)

Fitz families are welcomed to join our Parent Education Workshop at the Los Amigos Library. Learn more about what community schools are and hear from some of our community partners.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about what is written in this newsletter, feel free to contact me, Raul Campos.

Email: rcampos@ggusd.us

Fitz Intermediate Information:

School Website: fitz.ggusd.us

School Phone Number: (714) 663-6351

School Instagram: @fitzfalconsggusd