The Falcon Reporter

Hello! My name is Hannah, and I am so excited to join the Fowler Spanish department. This will be my 4th year teaching. Last year I taught in Wylie at the elementary level and the year before I taught EC-6 English in Spain! This is my first year in middle school and I am so eager to explore this new opportunity. I am from Rockwall, Texas and graduated from Texas A&M University- Commerce with a B.S in Biology and a minor in Spanish. I love to travel, spend time with my dog, Norah, read, bake, and play guitar.

My name is Maleek and I'm excited to be joining the team at Fowler Middle School this year as an SLC teacher. I graduated from The University of Maine at Presque Isle last year with my degree in Liberal Studies minoring in Educational Studies. Outside of the classroom, I have a wide range of hobbies and interests that I'm eager to share with my students. I'm a huge sports fan and love playing and watching everything from basketball and football to baseball and track. I also enjoy traveling internationally and playing video games. I am beyond excited to work with you all and join the Fowler family!

Hi everyone! I'm Megan Bruce, and I'm thrilled to join the Fowler family as an Assistant Principal!

This year marks my 16th year in education. In that time, I've worn many hats – from teaching 7th and 8th grade Science and Social Studies to serving as a Social Studies Instructional Coach and a Digital Learning Coach. I've spent the last nine years at the High School level and I'm so excited to come back home to Middle School. I graduated from UT Tyler with a bachelor's degree in English. I then continued my education with a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction from A&M Commerce and went on to Lamar University for Ed. Leadership. On the home front, I'm the proud wife of an Aggie, TJ (so yes, maroon runs deep in our family!). We have two little ones – Archer, who's starting Kindergarten this year, and our daughter Hattie Mae who turns 3 in August. Rounding out our crew is Sako, our sweet, senior Lab. As a family, we love exploring the outdoors – camping, hiking, and gardening. We're all excited to become part of the Fowler MS family and look forward to a fantastic year together!

Hi everyone! My name is Ramona Esfahani and I am so excited to join the Special Education Department at Fowler Middle School. Previously I taught at Centennial High School for four years and this will be my first year teaching at a middle school! I graduated from TWU with my bachelor's in science and majored in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2015. I then received my master's from UTA in Curriculum and Instruction in 2017. I'm excited to start this new school year. Go Falcons!

Hello! My name is Sharanya Devarajan, and I am so excited to join the Special Education Department at Fowler! I am from India, and I received a Bachelor's of Engineering Degree in Computer Science from Anna University, Chennai. I have a true passion for working with our youngest learners! Helping each child progress in all areas of their development—academic, social, language, and motor—is a challenge that I am honored to accept daily. I strive to create a community of learners that nurtures this growth in a positive, fun environment. Personally, I have been married for 14 glorious years. My spouse works as an IT Manager, and we have two fantastic children: the older one is in 6th grade, and the younger one is in preschool. I also enjoy reading and keeping myself updated on technology, cooking, art, and spending time with friends and family. I look forward to working together with you as partners in your child’s growth and development!

Hello! My name is Lana Young and I am so excited to join the Fowler Falcon Family as the new Girls Athletic Coordinator. This upcoming year will be my 8th year teaching and coaching and 3rd year with Frisco ISD. Prior to joining Fowler, I taught math for 5 years in San Antonio and Health/LeadWorthy for two years at Vandeventer Middle School. I am a Detroit native and a Michigan State University Alumna. While attending Michigan State I worked for the football team in their recruiting department, while earning my degree in Human Development and Family Studies with a Specialization in Health Promotion. Outside of school I enjoy going to the gym, watching, and playing sports, and exploring new foods!

Hi! My name is Raegan Ashcraft and I am super excited to be teaching physical education and joining the coaching staff at Fowler! I recently graduated from UT Tyler with a B.S. in Kinesiology. I played collegiate soccer while attending UT Tyler. This will be my first year teaching. I grew up in the Frisco area. I recently got engaged to my high school sweetheart!! In my free time I enjoy spending time outside, trail bike riding, hiking, rock climbing, and working out. I love to travel and am always up for a spontaneous adventure!

Hello! My name is Joe Fasang. This will be my first year teaching. I will be teaching Texas History as well as coaching football and basketball. I was born and raised in Michigan. I graduated from the University of Michigan with a double major in History and Political Science. Go Blue! Although I'm new to teaching, this won't be my first year coaching. I was an assistant high school football coach at Birmingham Seaholm High School (MI) and Farmington Hills Harrison (MI). Prior to becoming a teacher, I was in the mortgage industry for 7 years. I moved to Atlanta in 2019 to take a management position for a mortgage company based in Alpharetta, GA. In 2021, I moved to Grapevine, TX and worked remotely. My dad's side of the family is from here in DFW. Unfortunately, I got laid off from my mortgage job in June of last year. I then became a substitute in Coppell ISD, and I enrolled in alternative certification. Now here I am ready to begin my first year teaching! In my free time, I love anything outdoors. Fishing, hunting, or hikes. I'm a huge foodie, and I'm a man who can cook too! I love watching college football on Saturdays in the fall. I'm also a huge fan of Star Wars and pro wrestling!

Hello Falcons, I am Kelby Grist, and I will be teaching Physical Education this year. I was born and raised in Lubbock, Texas and I stayed in Lubbock to continue my education at Texas Tech University where I graduated with my degree. As well as teaching at Fowler I will also be an assistant swim coach for a few of the high schools in the district. I have a passion for the sport of swimming and physical education. In my free time, I enjoy watching most sports and being outside enjoying nature as much as I can. I cannot wait to get to know all of you and have a fantastic year.

Hi! My name is Beth Varnell, and I grew up in Frisco. This year will be my 14th year of teaching, and I'm excited to be a part of Fowler Middle School as a Fowler Falcon. I'll be teaching Reading Lab for sixth, seventh, and eighth graders. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, watching movies, and spending time with my husband Chad and our two dogs, Sadie and Lenny.

Hello! My name is Erin Bruen, and I am thrilled to serve as your new CISF (Campus Instructional Support Facilitator)! I have spent the last 10 years teaching Special Education Resource and Inclusion - 4 years in the Houston area and the last 6 in Lewisville ISD. I received a BS in Education and an EdS in School Psychology from Baylor University (Sic ‘em, Bears!). I grew up in Fort Worth and love being back in the metroplex with my husband, baby girl, and our two dogs. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running (slowly), practicing yoga, and cheering on my favorite sports teams - Baylor football and the Texas Rangers. I am so excited to join the Fowler family!

Hello everyone! My name is Klarissa LeMoine (you can call me Coach LeMoine or Coach L), and I am thrilled to begin my journey here at Fowler Middle School! This year, I will be taking on the role of a 6th-grade science teacher and serving as a coach for our enthusiastic young athletes. With seven years of teaching experience under my belt, I bring a wealth of knowledge and passion for education to the classroom. Additionally, this will mark my third year as a coach, where I have had the privilege of nurturing young talents and fostering a love for sports. Beyond my professional endeavors, I am the proud mother of a charming and spirited young girl named Charlotte. She keeps me on my toes and reminds me daily of the importance of patience, creativity, and laughter. As we begin this new school year, I am eager to meet each of my students and embark on a journey of learning and growth together. My goal is to create a supportive and engaging environment where every student can thrive academically and personally. Whether it's in the classroom, on the court, or out in the field, I am committed to helping my students achieve success and develop the skills they need to excel not only in academics but also in life. I look forward to getting to know each of you and working together to make this school year memorable and rewarding. Here's to a year filled with curiosity, discovery, and achievements!

Hello, i’m Cahlyl Rossin. Im very excited to serve Fowler middle school this year. I grew up in a military family so i’ve moved around a lot, but i’m no stranger to the DFW area. I graduated high school in Coppell, Texas. I then continued my studies in Abilene, Texas at McMurry University. While at McMurry I studied Kinesiology while also being a two sport athlete in Football as well as Track & Field. In my free time I enjoy lifting weights and fishing. Im extremely excited to join the staff and be apart of an amazing community.

The beginning of a new school year is always an exciting time for Fowler Middle School students. This is a great time for all students to step out on the right foot as they journey through many fun and significant opportunities ahead in the 2024-2025 school year. The counselors, along with all of our staff members, value the opportunity to work with students and parents to make the middle school years a positive and challenging time as students learn and grow in all aspects of their lives.

With this goal in mind, we have several exciting events planned throughout the school year and several important dates for you to put on your calendar.

1) August 12-23, 2024- Schedule Change Requests –Students may have their parents email LEVEL change requests beginning Monday, August 12th and they must be submitted NO LATER THAN Friday, August 19th. Parents may only request a schedule change into or out of Advanced Classes. NO ELECTIVE CHANGES WILL BE MADE AT THIS TIME. All changes will depend on availability of space and class periods.

2) August 20, 2024 (Tuesday from 3:55-4:25 pm) - Fowler Clubs and Organizations Fair in the Fowler Cafeteria

3) September 9-13, 2024 - College Week – Monday, September 9, Wear your favorite college T-shirt! Students and Staff will participate in a variety of activities this week to provide insights into the higher education experience.

4) October 16, 2024- Suicide Prevention Presentation (10 minutes, All Grade Levels during 1st period)

Hello! Welcome to Fowler Middle School and to 6th Grade ILA! We couldn’t be more excited to meet everyone and to begin a fun-filled year with you! We will start our Unit 1 (Growing Up) with the following three essential questions: What are some of the challenges and triumphs of growing up? How do my experiences impact my interactions with the world? What can we learn from other people’s experiences? Students will deepen their understanding of the theme "growing up" by reading, writing, speaking, listening, and presenting. At the end of the unit, the students will apply the writing process to compose a personal narrative.

Welcome to science! Science is going to be a place for each of you to expand your knowledge and spark your curiosity. We are starting off the year with lab safety and scientific investigation and reasoning. Throughout the year we are going to explore energy, chemistry, physics, biology, geology, and even astronomy! Your science teachers are excited to teach you, so get ready for this year!

Welcome, 6th grade Fowler Falcons!

In social studies (world cultures) class, students will begin their journey around the world with a review of map skills. Students will then be introduced to the themes of geography and elements of culture, which they will apply to the study of geography, history and cultures of North America and Latin America. We are excited to explore the world with you this school year!

3...2....1....Here we go! In 6th Grade Math, we will dive into number fluency, or the ability to solve using addition, subtraction, and multiplication and division. We solve problems with fractions, decimals, and whole numbers. Get ready to build on your current skills to get to the next level! We look forward to this year with you.

Welcome back to our returning Falcons, and welcome to those new to Fowler this year! Your seventh-grade teams are so excited to have you here and can't wait to get started.

To begin the year, 7th-grade science classes will introduce lab safety, measurement, graphing, and the scientific method.

Texas history classes will be starting the year by studying the four natural regions of Texas and the Native American Indian tribes of Texas.

ILA classes will be working on researching their names, interviewing someone from another generation, and answering the Essential Question for our first unit: "What can one generation learn from another?"

Our 7th grade on-level mathematicians are working on ratios and rates after operations with rational numbers, while advanced levels are reviewing some operations with rational numbers and solving two-step equations and inequalities.

Extra, extra! READ all about it! Our ILA teachers are ecstatic about this school year. Integrated Language Arts coursework will engage and challenge your child, offering a plethora of learning opportunities for growth. By the end of the year, we will foster lifelong readers and writers. Here's to a wonderful partnership in meeting the needs of our Fowler ILA students.

8th Grade Math is diving into the meaning of numbers. This lays the foundation for all things Math.

Our 8th grade Scientists are beginning the year with a study of chemistry. They will be focusing on modeling matter (elements, compounds, and mixtures), identifying and counting atoms in a chemical reaction, describing the properties of water, discovering properties of acids and bases, and investigating conservation of mass.

Eighth Grade Social Studies focuses on U.S. History from the Era of Exploration through the Civil War and Reconstruction. This class strives to delve deeply into the assigned subjects, provide room for connections with the world in which we live each day, and prepare our students for High School (including Advanced Placement classes). Our students will use their learning experiences to develop future ready skills that will help them continue the path to life-long learning. We’ve had a wonderful start to the school year! The students are bright-eyed and eager to learn. It’s going to be a great year!

7th grade placed 2nd and 8th grade placed 1st! Not only was 8th grade 1st, but they were also 4,000 points ahead of the next highest scoring team, which is phenomenal.

There were 23 gold, silver, and bronze individual medals awarded in 7th grade and 23 individual medals awarded in 8th grade.

The students to earn Gold medals are -

7th grade - Honors - Sahana Yogesh - Science, Social Science, and Overall (overall meaning top scoring student with all tests combined)

Scholastic - Anish Sharma - Science

8th grade - Honors - Yan Song - Social Science; Kathy Chen - Overall: Eason Tang - Literature

Scholastic - Goutham Pedinedi - Literature, Science, Fine Arts, Math, Social Science, Overall (So yes - Goutham got first in all categories!!!!)

Varsity - Freya Lee - Fine Arts