Brains in action today 🧠✨Our 7th graders tested sight and sound to see which sense wins the reaction-time challenge. Their reflexes were definitely working overtime!
about 22 hours ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Collage of Fossum Middle School students participating in a science lesson on the human body. Students work in groups measuring height and body features using yardsticks, recording observations, and collaborating in a classroom decorated with science posters. A graphic on the image reads “Brains in Action” with the Fossum falcon logo.
Congratulations to our 8th grade Lady Falcons on a strong win over Austin Bruins with a score of 8-3!

The streak continues—we’re still undefeated 😎 Way to play with heart, teamwork, and Falcon pride. Go Lady Falcons! 🥎
about 22 hours ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Photo of 8th grade Lady Falcons softball team
Join us for Falcons and Friends Forever, a special Valentine’s Day event filled with moon jumps in the gym, Chromebook recess in the patio, and a movie in the library. It’s the perfect way to celebrate with friends—this is one event you won’t want to miss!
2 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Pink Valentine’s Day event flyer titled “Falcons and Friends Forever.” The flyer lists activities including moon jumps in the gym, Chromebook recess in the patio, and a movie in the library. It notes a $7 cash-only participation fee, concessions sold separately, and grade-level time blocks. The event takes place on Friday, February 13, with heart graphics and inflatable activity images throughout.
We are so grateful for our amazing counselors, Mr. Zuniga and Mrs. Sandoval, who support, encourage, and advocate for our students every single day. Their care, guidance, and dedication make a meaningful difference in the lives of our Falcons. Thank you for all you do—we are lucky to have you at Fossum!
3 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Graphic celebrating National School Counseling Week featuring Fossum Middle School counselors Mr. Zuniga and Mrs. Sandoval. Both are smiling in professional attire with the Fossum falcon logo centered between them and text reading, “Behind every great school are great school counselors.”
Check out what we've got going on in our FMS library this month!
Scavenger hunts, blind dates, and book returns! Return your library books this month and get entered in a raffle for a Main Event Family 4 pack!
3 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Colorful Fossum Middle School library newsletter titled “Falcon Pages: Library News and Celebrations, One Page at a Time.” The Valentine-themed layout includes announcements for Blind Date with a Book, a Valentine scavenger hunt, book return amnesty month, February Beanstack reading challenge, top student readers by grade, after-school club times, library Google Classroom code, and a quote about libraries. The design features hearts, books, candy backgrounds, and the Fossum falcon logo.
A big congratulations to our Lady Falcons Softball teams on two great wins against Sharyland BL Gray!

Our 7th grade team earned an impressive 16–1 victory, while our 8th grade team followed with a strong 5–1 win. Outstanding teamwork, effort, and Falcon pride all around—way to go, Lady Falcons! 🦅
8 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Group photo of the Fossum Middle School Lady Falcons softball team posing together on the field in their uniforms, smiling and celebrating after a game.
Group photo of the Fossum Middle School Lady Falcons softball team posing together on the field in their uniforms, smiling and celebrating after a game.
Interested in cheering at the next level? Nikki Rowe Warrior Cheer tryouts are coming up!

Students interested in trying out should plan to attend one required tryout meeting with a parent. Clinics and tryouts will follow in March. Be sure to review the flyer for all dates and details.

📣 Tryout Clinic: March 2–4, 2026
📣 Tryouts: March 5, 2026
📍 Tryout Meetings: Rowe Cafeteria
• February 12 at 6:00 PM
• February 18 at 6:00 PM
10 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Flyer for Nikki Rowe High School Warrior Cheer tryouts. Features a group photo of the cheer team in green and gold uniforms on a football field. Text lists key dates: tryout clinic March 2–4, 2026; tryouts March 5, 2026; required tryout meetings on February 12 and February 18 at 6:00 PM in the Rowe cafeteria. Includes note that candidates and a parent must attend one meeting.
A huge congratulations to Santiago Alessandri, Carlos Gomez, Darian Esquivel, and Santiago Mayorga! We are beyond proud of our Battle of the Books team for placing 2nd at this year's competition📚🦅

These students showed dedication, perserverance, and a true love of reading. And they had fun along the way. 💙Way to represent Fossum!
13 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Collage of Fossum Middle School students participating in Battle of the Books. Students wearing matching team shirts sit together in the library, smiling, working on laptops, and holding certificates. A graphic on the image reads “Battle of the Books” with the Fossum falcon logo and a silver badge indicating 2nd place.
Due to cold weather, Fossum Middle School will start at 9:00 AM on Monday. And while it may be chilly outside, our campus will be extra warm and ready for our Falcons!

Our amazing principal already has hot chocolate ordered for the entire campus, and it’s also a pajama / warm-up day—so cozy clothes are encouraged. We’re excited to welcome students with warm drinks, comfy vibes, and lots of Falcon care.
14 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Weather update graphic announcing a one-hour delayed start due to cold weather. For Fossum Middle School, the adjusted start time is 9:00 AM on Monday, January 26, 2026. The graphic includes district branding and weather-themed visuals.
Weather update graphic announcing a one-hour delayed start due to cold weather. For Fossum Middle School, the adjusted start time is 9:00 AM on Monday, January 26, 2026. The graphic includes district branding and weather-themed visuals.
Weather update graphic announcing a one-hour delayed start due to cold weather. For Fossum Middle School, the adjusted start time is 9:00 AM on Monday, January 26, 2026. The graphic includes district branding and weather-themed visuals.
🎢 Our science students were fully engaged as they engineered roller coasters designed to maximize potential and kinetic energy, all with one goal in mind—making sure the marble sticks the landing! This is what focused, determined learning looks like at Fossum 🦅🌟
21 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Collage of Fossum Middle School students working together in a science classroom to build roller coaster tracks using tubing and classroom materials, testing designs to guide a marble through the course. Students are collaborating, adjusting structures, and fully engaged in hands-on engineering activities.
🌟Best of luck to our 7th and 8th grade Lady Falcons as they kick off their soccer season! 🌟

We’re excited to cheer you on and can’t wait to see the hard work and Falcon pride on the field. Go Lady Falcons! ⚽🦅
22 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Photo of 7th grade Lady Falcons soccer team in front of black curtain.
Photo of 8th grade Lady Falcons soccer team in front of black curtain.
What an awesome way to start the season, Lady Falcons! 🦅

We are thrilled to celebrate both our teams earning wins against Cathey MS in their season openers. Our 7th grade Lady Falcons secured a strong 15–4 victory, while our 8th grade team followed with an impressive 11–3 win.

Great teamwork, energy, and Falcon pride all around—Go Lady Falcons!
22 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Photo of 8th grade Lady Falcons softball team.
Photo of 7th grade Lady Falcons softball team.
Best of luck to our Lady Falcons softball teams as the season gets underway!

We’re excited for a great season filled with hard work, growth, and plenty of Falcon pride. Let’s go, Lady Falcons!
23 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Best of luck to our Lady Falcons softball teams as the season gets underway! We’re excited for a great season filled with hard work, growth, and plenty of Falcon pride. Let’s go, Lady Falcons!
Best of luck to our Lady Falcons softball teams as the season gets underway! We’re excited for a great season filled with hard work, growth, and plenty of Falcon pride. Let’s go, Lady Falcons!
Congrats to our Elevate 6th grade soccer team for their 2-1 victory over Cathey's top team! Fossum got the lead with 6 minutes remaining and played incredible defense to secure the win! Way to represent!!! 💪🏽
23 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Photo of Fossum MS 6th grade boys Ellevate team
When students have ideas, we listen—and sometimes we get an invitation we can’t refuse!

Our principal loved spending time with these 8th grade boys who shared their idea for starting a Toy Car Club and invited her to join in 🚗🚙
23 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Picture of 8th grade group of boys sitting around a cafeteria table, with many toy cars and principal Trevino
Picture of 8th grade group of boys sitting around a cafeteria table, with many toy cars.
Interested in Dual Language at Fossum? Join us to learn more about our Dual Language Program for the 2026–2027 school year. Families will hear directly from our Dual Language teachers and students and learn about the exciting opportunities available to our Falcons.

Meeting details:
• Date: Friday, January 23
• Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
• Location: Fossum Library

We hope to see you there!
24 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Flyer for Fossum Middle School’s Dual Language Program information night for the 2026–2027 school year. Includes date and time (Friday, January 23rd, 5:00–6:00 PM in the Fossum Library), highlights program opportunities, and shows illustrated students in front of a school with the Fossum falcon logo.
We had the best day welcoming the district’s new therapy dog, Chewy, to our campus! 🐾

Chewy brought smiles and happy energy! We loved getting to spend time with him and are so grateful for the joy and comfort he shared with our campus. We hope to see you again soon, Chewy!
25 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
A fluffy gray-and-white therapy dog named Chewy sits calmly on a school hallway floor, wearing a harness and badge, looking up attentively while on a leash.
Softball season is officially underway at Fossum!

If the first practice is any indication of what’s ahead, we’re in great shape—there were so many runs we lost count. We’re excited for the hard work, the growth, and the wins that are sure to come this season.

Good luck to our Lady Falcons—we can’t wait to cheer you on! 🦅
25 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Image of Fossum Lady Falcons softball team
Our LEGO Robotics Falcons are making incredible progress, and we couldn’t be more excited!

Students are learning how to code and program their robots to complete complex tasks, while also working on an innovation project that challenges them to solve real-world problems archaeologists face today. With competition right around the corner, these students are motivated and truly putting in the work.

We’re so proud of their teamwork, creativity, and dedication—Fossum First Falcons Robotics is soaring!
25 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Photo collage of Fossum First Falcons robotics team practicing and eating together on a Saturday to get ready for competition.
Happy Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! We are so grateful for our officer, Officer Perales. 👮‍♂️ Thank you for your service, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to keeping our community safe. ❤️ Your hard work, compassion, and commitment do not go unnoticed. We truly appreciate all that you do—today and every day. 💙
28 days ago, Jacqueline Moreno
Graphic of FMS Campus Officer Perales, thanking him for his service and showing appreciation for law enforcement appreciation day.