Budget Information
Carlsbad Unified School District has prepared an "In Brief" publication to answer some frequently asked questions regarding the State Fiscal Emergency, and its potential impacts on the educational future of CUSD students.  Please click here to read the "In Brief".

For further information about the current State Budget Fiscal Emergency, please visit this section of the CUSD website  http://www.carlsbadusd.k12.ca.us/emergency.html  .  On this site are links to advocacy tips and templates you can use to let your Legislator know how you feel about this problem.

Get Involved in the Decision Making Process!
 The PTSA Nominating Committee is now looking for volunteers to serve on the 2008-2009 PTSA Executive Board.  A list of Board Positions can be found on the  School Website at http://www.aviaraoaksmiddle.com/ptsaboard.htm.  If you have questions about the positions, or you'd like to volunteer for a position, please contact Cyndy Wilson at 603-8013 or AOMSPTSA@gmail.com.

Babysitting Classes are Back!
Looking for something to do this summer and make money?  American Red Cross Babysitting Training Course is back by popular demand!  The course will be offered on April 22nd and April 23rd from 2:15 - 5:30 PM, in Room 1601.  This is an excellent course which teaches safety and safe play, basic care, First Aid, leadership and caregiving skills and tips on finding babysitting jobs.  The cost is $70.   Registration forms can be found in the office or by clicking here.  All forms should be turned in at the office.  Only 12 students allowed in the class!  Registration deadline is April 19th.  Questions, call June Steffy at  804-0313.

AOMS Track and Field Team
 Due to the fact that the Boys and Girls Club was unable to secure a coach, there will not be a Track and Field team at AOMS this spring. We apologize for the late notice and hope to try again next year.

8th Grade Legacy Tiles
Leave your "ART" on the school wall and be a part of  history.  All 8th graders have an opportunity to personalize tiles that will be permanently mounted on the school wall for all future years to view.  All tiles cost $25.  Deadline to purchase tiles in March 31st.  Please click here for an order form.  Anyone who purchases a tile will receive $5 off their 8th grade promotion events.  Questions regarding tiles, contact Marla DeGeller 804-0653.

THE CHS PARENT ASSOCIATION PRESENTS 
"Clubs & Organizations Night" on Thursday, April 3rd from 5:00 - 8:30pm in the old gym.  Stop by to see what CHS has to offer.  This is for all students and parents.

6th Grade Camp
6th Grade camp is fast approaching.  Please remember that all registration forms and tuition payments are due in the AOMS office on Tuesday April 1st.  If you are in need of financial assistance contact Mrs. Watson, AOMS Principal, and/or Mrs. Ruby, Camp Coordinator. Also if your student has any special medical or dietary needs, the appropriate physician forms must be completed, signed by your child's physician and returned.  If you are sending medication to camp with your student, it needs to be turned into Mrs. Harris, AOMS Health Tech, clearly labeled with the students name and physicians instruction with the health form no later than Tuesday April 15th.  Please contact Mrs. Ruby at 331-6100 if you have any questions.

Cabaret Night
You don't want to miss this years .... "Come To the Cabaret"
A showcase of talents of AOMS students and staff!  Friday, May 16th, 2008.  Two shows only: 6:00 and 7:30 PM.  Reserved Seating is $20 per person, with a limited number being sold.  General Seating is $10 per person, with a first come basis seating.  Ticket order forms are available in the AOMS office, or by clicking here.  General seating tickets can be purchased at the Box Office prior to each show. 
All proceeds benefit the AOMS Drama Department.

Hollywood Nights Concert
On April 2, 2008, join us for the dinner show feature presentation of the Aviara Oaks Bands and Orchestras as they perform selections from popular television hits and the silver screen.  General Admission tickets are just $10 per person with no reserved seating.  Children under 4 are free, and there is a maximum cost of $50 per household.  Only a limited number of tickets are sold.  Ticket order forms are available in the front office and will soon be available on the school website.   They can also be purchased at the Box Office before each show.  Each admission ticket comes complete with dinner, drinks, and dessert.  The bands will perform that evening at 6:00pm; the orchestras will follow with a show at 7:30pm.  All proceeds will benefit the AOMS Music Department.  Thank you for your support!! 

Student Congress
Congratulations to all students who participated in our inaugural session of Student Congress.  Student Congress is a mock legislative session modeled after the procedure for floor debate in the legislature.  The students did an outstanding job of arguing both in favor of and against a variety of resolutions.  Participants were Diane Kim, Allie Mason, Jackie Nakamora, Levi Sebahar, Sydney Saunders, Evan Ridpath, Jenna Memmolo, Emily Oetting, Julia Chornak, Sara Rubinstein, AJ Reiter, Connie Liu, Bryanna Mundy, Jennifer Kim, and Jennifer Wolkenstein.  Diane Kim, Sara Rubinstein, Jenna Memmolo, and Jennifer Kim earned Awards of Excellence, and Julia Chornak and Emily Oetting earned Outstanding Orator awards.

Annual North Coastal SUPERINTENDENTS FORUM
(Brought to you by your North Coastal Council PTA)
Take this opportunity to hear first hand from Superintendents of Del mar, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, and San Dieguito School Districts.  Superintendents will give an update on the important issues concerning their district, followed by a question and answer period.  The Forum is scheduled for Thursday, April 17th, at Solana Pacific Elementary School.  The school is located at 3901 Townsgate Drive, San Diego.
  
Schedule:
  9:00-- 9:30am:  Refreshments 
  9:30 - 10:00am:  General Meeting/Annual NCC Award
   Presentations
  10:00 - 11:30am:  Superintendent Forum
Issues to be addressed include:   
> California State Budget Crisis
> State Testing programs and what they mean to your
    school 
> Parent Involvement at school 
> School Development (New Openings? Remodeling?
    Changes?)

 4th Annual North County Grand Tasting Event - May 3, 2008
FAME, Friends of Aviara Middle and Elementary Schools Foundation announces its 4th Annual North County Grand Tasting event on May 3, 2008 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.    This annual event raises funds for the middle and elementary schools to support technology, science, playgrounds and more.  If you would like to attend, volunteer or donate a silent auction item, please contact Jacquee Renna jmrenna@msn.com or Julie Harelson juliencarlsbad@aol.com .