Health Alert from the AOMS Office:  Fifth disease reported on Aviara Oaks Middle School Campus.

AOMS Talent Show 4/6
Students- Are you interested in participating in the Talent Show on April 6th?  There is a meeting this Thursday in Room 1601 from 1:10 - 1:20pm.  We will go over all information and applications will be filled out.  Attendance is mandatory if you want to participate, see you then. 

"Hollywood Nights" Concert 3/23
The AOMS Band and Orchestra are celebrating the music of Hollywood at their next concert "Hollywood Nights" in the AOMS Multi-Purpose Room.  There are two showings including a Gourmet Pasta Dinner: the Orchestras and a Chamber Ensemble Group will be showcased at 6:00PM, and the Bands will perform their own selections at 7:30PM.   As a special treat, the new Jazz Band will be performing with Wayne Johnson as well!  Tickets are now on sale, $10 per person (student meal free with at least one  pre-paid admission/$40 max per household).  You may click here to download a Pre-Order form online.  Any questions, please contact ticket coordinator Joanne at jojo500s@netscape.net.   Thank you for your support!

AOMS PTSA Hosts CHS Principal  3/29
Aviara Oaks Middle PTSA will hold it's Annual General Meeting March 29th, at 6:30 PM in the MPR/Gym.  Please join us as we make any changes that are needed to our budget, receive the mid-year audit report, and elect next year's Executive Board!  Also that evening, we will be hosting Maggie Stanchi, Principal of Carlsbad High School and representatives from the 9th Grade Smaller Learning Communities.  They will provide information for your incoming 9th Graders.  Advance questions can be emailed to AOMSPTSA@gmail.com.  We look forward to seeing you there.

Don't Miss This Years' "Come To the Cabaret" 3/30
A showcase of talents of AOMS students and staff is being presented Friday, March 30th for two shows only at 6:00 and 7:30 PM. Reserved Seats are $20 per person with a  limited number sold.  General Seating is $10 per person on a first come basis. 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.

"Islands" Restaurant Night 4/3
Join us for a restaurant night on Tuesday, April 3rd from 5:00pm to close at the Islands Restaurant (Palomar Airport location only). This fundraiser is to support the 8th grade promotion activities. Download a flyer here; the flyer must be present at time of purchase.

2007/2008 Transfer Request Procedures
Applications are required yearly for any student not attending their neighborhood school inside or outside our district boundaries.  Families who are currently attending Aviara Oaks Middle School on a transfer, must also apply annually.  Approval will be granted if student maintains satisfactory attendance, citizenship, maintains at least a 2.0 or higher GPA each grading period and adequate room exists at our school. Transfer applications are accepted at the District Office and school site.  All applications MUST be turned in by March 30, 2007.  No exceptions.

COMMUNITY NEWS---------------------------------------------

Carlsbad Pop Warner Football and Cheer Session Registration 3/17
Please mark your calendars NOW for Saturday, March 17th at Valley Middle School (8am - 2pm).  Please go to our web site here for all the pertinent information and what items are required to register your child.  You can also download the Registration Packet from the their website here , and have it completed ahead of time for your convenience.  Please note that we are asking for two separate checks this year, one for registration (still $250), and one for your volunteer deposit fee (still $60).  This will streamline the refund process later in the year, so thank you for your cooperation. We hope to see you there!! 

March YMCA Friday Fun Days! 3/16 & 3/30
The Ecke YMCA has two high adventure trips planned just for 6th, 7th and 8th graders.  On March 16th we will be tackling the UCSD Outback high ropes course.  This extreme climbing course offers high altitude fun for everyone.  March 30th will take us below sea-level as we go diving at the Camp Pendleton Scuba Center.  For more information please call Jay Anguiano at 760.942.9622 Ex. 1404. 

AYSO Fall Soccer Registration
Register online now at WWW.AYSO-LC.ORG . Practice and play games on the artificial turf fields at Poinsettia Park, Aviara Community Soccer Park, and Stagecoach Park as well as local schools. Learn more - VIEW OUR 2006 PARENT SURVEY at WWW.AYSO-LC.ORG. Questions? Email Registrar@ayso-lc.org.

Carlsbad Lightning Recreational Signups
Don't miss out on the Early Bird special that can save you $20.00 until March 31st.  Visit our website at www.lightningsoccerclub.com and sign up online now!

Carlsbad Wave F.C. Fall Recreational Soccer
CWFC is committed to providing a positive recreational soccer experience for the children in our community. Our goals are simple: Provide a safe and encouraging environment to learn the game of soccer, teach sportsmanship and the concept of working together as a team, and most importantly, that EVERYONE PLAYS!  Season begins in August - Get Ready! REGISTER NOW and SAVE $!!! Registration Forms can be found here.

CHS Cheerleaders Spring Break Cheer Camp 4/9-4/12
Learn the latest & greatest cheers, stunts and dances from the CHS cheerleaders April 9-12th from 9am-12:00pm. Camp is being held at CHS' Old Gym for Grades 4th-7th at a cost of $75. Any questions, contact John and Kathi Lauduski at 760.438.0711.

Parent Project 3/27

The Carlsbad Police Department's GUIDE Program is offering a 10-week course called Parent Project© starting March 27, 2007.  The award winning Parent Project is a highly structured parenting skills program designed for Parents who are facing the challenges of parenting strong-willed, non-compliant and/or out of control children ages 11-18.  These are the children who consistently test limits, argue, break house rules and/or engage in dangerous high-risk or self-destructive behaviors. 

The instructors of Parent Project are Lynda Lennox and Penny Velazquez, licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and independent contractors with the Carlsbad Police Department.  Classes will be held for 10 consecutive Tuesday nights starting March 27, 2007.  The fee for the class materials is $25 for an individual and $35 for a couple.  To register for the class, or for more information, contact Penny Velazquez at 760 931-2167.