Drivers Needed for Holocaust Speaker
On Monday, March 26th at 11:20AM, Livia Krancberg, a Holocaust survivor, will be speaking to our 8th graders in conjunction with their studies about Anne Frank. We need drivers and/or transportation funds to pick her up from her home in the SDSU College area by 10:30AM and to bring her home after speaking to the students around 12:45. If you are interested in providing transportation help, please e-mail Teacher Whitney Hauck-Wood here or call 760.331.6100 ext 6146.

"Hollywood Nights" Concert This Friday 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!

Attention 8th Grade Students and Parents 3/29
AOMS PTSA will host CHS Principal Maggie Stanchi and representatives from the 9th Grade CHS Smaller Learning Communities at its next general meeting on March 29th at 6:30PM in the MPR/Gym.   Our guests will provide information for your incoming 9th Graders about CHS and answer any questions that you may have.  Advance questions can be emailed to AOMSPTSA@gmail.com.  8th grade students and their parents are encouraged to attend. In addition, the PTSA will make any changes needed to the annual budget, receive the mid-year audit report, and elect next year's Executive Board. 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---------------------------------------------

March YMCA Friday Fun Days! 3/30
The Ecke YMCA has an high adventure trip planned just for 6th, 7th and 8th graders.  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. 

Attention all Parents
Parents who wish to learn more about raising teens can go to
www.theantidrug.com website.

Discovery Center to Host World Water Festival 3/25
Join us on Sunday, March 25th from 10am-4pm as we celebrate World Water Day at the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center.  The events will include:  talks on water-related themes;  water-related crafts for the kids; educational shows by Dr. Zoolittle; prizes and giveaways; live wildlife;  booths and displays relating to various water issues and a preview of the African Rain Dance show featured at the San Diego Wild Animal Park.  The event is free but parking will be limited so please try to carpool with your neighbors.  Refreshments will be served.   The Discovery Center is located at 1580 Cannon Road, corner of Cannon & Faraday in Carlsbad.  For more information call (760) 804-1969.

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.  The instructors of Parent Project are Lynda Lennox and Penny Velazquez, licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and independent contractors with the Carlsbad Police Department.    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. 

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 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.