Science Olympiad
Students, are you interested in SCIENCE?  Do you want to learn more about physiology, geography and machines?  This year the Aviara Oaks Middle School Science Department will enter the San Diego Science Olympiad.  The Science Olympiad is a yearly event where students compete in several areas to display their knowledge of a specific science topic.  Students train with their coach weekly to prepare for the February 2nd event.  If this sound like something you would like to do, please come to the information meeting on Thursday, November 15th, from 1:15 to 1:30 PM in room 1701.

Reflections Reception and Award Presentation
All PTSA Reflections Program participants and their parents are invited to attend the 2007 PTSA Reflections Reception and Award Presentation.  This event will be held in the AOMS gym on Tuesday, November 13th at 6:30 PM.  This is a wonderful opportunity to see all the amazing entries, and for students to be recognized for their creative work.  All participants will receive a prize!  Please contact Barbie Oetting with questions at 760-931-6826.

Site Council Election
This year we have one new addition to the Site Council Board.   Please click on this site to cast your vote ,or write in a name  http://aviaraoaksmiddle.com/sitecouncilvote.aspx .

Coffee with the Principal
Coffee with he Principal will be held on Friday, November 30th, at 8:30 AM.  This is a great opportunity to get to know Mrs. Watson, share ideas, ask questions, and have good conversations.  To take part in this please meet at 8:30 AM in the staff lounge, room 1303.

PTSA Special General Meeting
The PTSA will be holding a Special Meeting on Friday, November 30th at 9:30 AM (Immediately following Coffee with the Principal).  The only item on the agenda will be the allocation of previously unallocated funds for gifts to our school.  Please come lend your voice to this brief meeting so that we can utilize our funds to help our school.

Girls Varsity Volleyball Team vs. The Staff
Mark your calendar for the best after school event of the year.   Tuesday, November 27th, at 3:00 PM, the AOMS Girls Varsity Volleyball team will be going for their 3rd win over the AOMS staff.  Come support your team or your favorite teacher.  The girls volleyball teams will be pre-selling tickets for $2.00, or you can buy them at the door for $3.00.  There will be raffles, a serving contest, snacks and door prizes.  Raffle tickets will be sold for 2 for a $1.00.

Odyssey of the Mind
Are you ready to take and "Odyssey of the Mind"?
Odyssey of the Mind is an exciting challenge where creative thinking is encouraged and there are no wrong answers.  Stop by the information table during lunch on November 13 and 14 to find out how YOU can be part of AOMS's first Odyssey of the Mind team.  You can find out more about the tournament by visiting   www.odysseyofthemind.com .

Boys Basketball Begins Soon
Any AOMS boys interested in playing on the Falcons basketball team need to pick up a form from the office.  All forms and checks must be turned in by November 15th to the office.  Tryouts will be held December 3rd, 4th, and 6th.  Games will be played on Mondays and Thursdays, with practice on Tuesdays.

Yearbooks For Sale!!!
Yearbooks are still for sale!   Layaway plans and scholarship applications available.  Please click here for  yearbook order forms and more information.

Lunchtime Clubs
Lunchtime clubs are starting up!  Mrs. Bray will have a book club for 6th graders during their lunch period.  Mr. Moreno will have a chess club for 7th graders during their lunchtime.  Have your student contact these teachers during lunchtime if they are interested.

CPR/First Aid Classes
The CPR/First Aid Classes have been rescheduled.   The CPR/AED and First Aid Course will be held on Monday, December 3rd and Tuesday, December 4th,  from 3-6 PM.  This course is offered to both students and adults.  You will become American Heart Association Certified for 2 years after taking this course.  Both classes are only $35 and $25 if you are only able to take one!  Updated forms and more information are available by clicking here.  Forms are due into the office by November 28th to reserve your spot. Any  questions, call June Steffy @804-0313.

For AOMS events, go to the events calendar at:
www.aviaraoaksmiddle.com/calendar.htm

Teacher Wish Lists
A teacher "Wish List" has been set up on the AOMS website.  Donate now to help our teachers with their basic classroom necessities.  Click here to view the teachers and their wish lists.  Click on a teacher's name to contact them to ensure the item has not been recently acquired.