22 23 ANNUAL REPORT
WE ARE FAIRVIEW PARK! Welcome to the Fairview Park City School District! In this year’s annual report, readers will delve into the dynamic landscape of the Fairview Park City School District, exploring the highlights, achievements, and strategic initiatives that have defined our educational journey throughout the 2022-2023 academic year. This comprehensive report is a gateway to understanding our financial performance, innovative educational programs, and the collective efforts of our dedicated community. Readers will gain insights into our finances, learn more about the Fairview Advantage and
the impact our initiatives have on student success, and the collaborative spirit that makes our district thrive. To find out more about us, we encourage you to visit our website (fairviewparkschools.org), attend community events, and connect with us on social media platforms. Together, we can celebrate our successes and envision a future where educational excellence continues to flourish in Fairview Park.
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Dear Fairview Park City Schools Community, On behalf of the Board of Education, I am pleased to share the 20222023 Fairview Park City Schools Annual Report. This document comprehensively reviews the past year, highlighting our organization’s academic, operational, and financial accomplishments. None of this year’s achievements would be possible without the generous support of our community. We are grateful for voters’ confidence in passing Issue 7, a ten-year renewal levy, that generates $2.69 million annually to stabilize the district’s finances. Our commitment to excellence in teaching and learning saw continued improvement on the 2022-20223 state report card, earning an overall five-star rating. The district also updated our strategic plan this year with input from stakeholders. Academic achievement, creating a safe and positive learning environment, and empowering the potential of each student continues to be the core of our mission and vision. The accomplishments detailed in this annual report are a testament to our community and the tireless dedication of all those involved in the education of our students. As we celebrate these achievements, we recognize the challenges we face in the ever-changing landscape of public education. I am thankful to everyone who has contributed to the success of the Fairview Park City Schools. Your support, engagement, and commitment to the well-being and success of our students are invaluable. I look forward to our continued success and progress in the coming years. Sincerely, Keith Ahearn Superintendent
2022-2023 FAIRVIEW PARK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION
Joslyn Dalton President
Erin Hinkel Vice-President
A MESSAGE FROM THE
Donald Bittala Board Member
Jennifer Bolander Board Member
Dorin Jackson Board Member
SUPERINTENDENT & BOARD OF EDUCATION
CREATE:
SERVE:
We care about others as well as ourselves. We actively pursue opportunities that make a positive difference in the lives of the people around us and those around the world with empathy, mindfulness, and respect.
INNOVATE:
When a new task is presented, we can develop a successful solution to a real-world problem. We can act on creative ideas to make tangible and useful contributions to the world.
We use a wide range of techniques to develop original ideas. We view failure as an opportunity to learn and understand that analyzing and refining ideas is necessary for innovation to occur.
INVESTIGATE:
We access, evaluate, and use information efficiently, effectively, and accurately for the issue or problem at hand. We can manage the flow of information from a wide variety of sources.
COLLABORATE:
We work with various people from diverse cultures and those who have different experiences and perspectives to discuss issues, resolve problems, and share responsibility fairly. We choose and use appropriate technologies to create shared products.
REFLECT:
We reflect on the quality of our work, thoughtfully consider feedback from others, and strive to improve our strengths and weaknesses.
LEAD:
We publish our work because we believe that we can make a difference in the world. We demonstrate understanding, friendliness, CREATE INNOVATE INVESTIGATE We solve different kinds and politeness toward We use a wide range of We can develop a successful We access, evaluate, and use of problems in bothefficiently, effectively, others andtechniques conduct to develop original solution to a real-world problem information We view failure as an when a new task is presented. and accurately for the issue or conventional and innovative ourselves ideas. with integrity. opportunity to learn, and We can act on creative ideas to problem at hand. We can significant understand that analyzing and make tangible ways. and useful We ask manage the flow of information refining ideas is necessary for contributions to the world. fromclarify a wide variety of sources. questions that innovation to occur. various points of view and lead to better solutions.
SOLVE PROBLEMS:
COMMUNICATE
We communicate respectfully, responsibly, and appropriately in a variety of situations, including face to face, written and digital.
SOLVE PROBLEMS
We solve different kinds of non-familiar problems in both conventional and innovative ways. We ask significant questions that clarify various points of view and lead to better solutions.
LEAD
We publish our work because we believe that we can make a difference in the world. We demonstrate understanding, friendliness, and politeness toward others and conduct ourselves with integrity.
COMMUNICATE:
We communicate respectfully, responsibly, COLLABORATE and appropriately in a We work with a variety of people from variety of situations, diverse cultures and those who have different including experiences and perspectives to face-to-face, discuss issues, resolve problems, and written, and digital. share responsibility fairly. We choose and use appropriate technologies to create shared products.
REFLECT
We reflect on the quality of our work, thoughtfully consider feedback from others, and strive to improve both our strengths and weaknesses.
SERVE
We care about others as well as ourselves. We actively pursue opportunities that make a positive difference in the lives of people around us as well as those around the world with empathy, mindfulness and respect.
THE FAIRVIEW ADVANTAGE includes a student skills profile and a unique set of attributes that set our students above the rest in preparation for success. Students will graduate with a full portfolio of these skills to take into the workforce or apply to college or post-secondary career options.
THE FAIRVIEW ADVANTAGE
Student success is at the core of our STRATEGIC PLAN. Students succeed when organizational decisions focus on continuously improving student experiences in and out of the classroom. The six focus areas broadly describe related organizational structures that, when aligned strategically, will improve performance and positively impact student success.
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT & TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION: Improve student success through a rigorous curriculum, integrated use of technology, focusing on research-based pedagogy, encouraging the real-world application of content, and allowing students to exhibit the skills they acquire in the “Fairview Advantage” portrait of a graduate in academic and extracurricular activities.
COMMUNICATION:
Communication with internal and external stakeholders is critical to the district’s success. The district will work with all stakeholders to increase communication and address gaps in our communication efforts.
SAFETY & SECURITY:
CLIMATE & CULTURE: Develop and foster an inclusive and supportive school environment where all students, staff, parents, and community members feel safe, valued, and respected.
CAREER EXPLORATION & DEVELOPMENT:
Maintain and improve safety measures to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Implement a comprehensive career exploration program Pre K -12 that empowers students to identify career pathways, develop essential skills, and successfully transition into the workforce or higher education.
FACILITIES, FINANCES & RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: Maximize the use of financial resources to ensure that all students receive a highquality education through recruiting, developing, and retaining high-quality staff, maintaining district facilities, and offering essential programs and services.
STRATEGIC PLAN
GENERAL FUND REVENUES Fiscal Year 2022-2023
72.9%
GENERAL PROPERTY TAX
$19,530,124
9.8%
STATE GRANTS-IN-AID
$2,618,537
9.0%
STATE HOMESTEAD/ROLLBACK
$2,404,601
5.4%
ALL OTHER REVENUES & ADVANCES
$1,454,854
2.9%
PUBLIC UTILITY PERSONAL PROPERTY
$781,806 TOTAL:
AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
$26,789,922
GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION AWARD OF EXCELLENCE Awarded for going beyond the minimum requirements of generally accepted accounting principles in preparing and reporting financials in the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. In August 2023, the District was recognized with this award for the 21st consecutive year. According to the GFOA website, the Certificate of Achievement program was established in 1945 to encourage state and local governments to report “beyond the minimum requirements.” Some areas judged for the certificate include introductory statements, basic financial statements, fund financials, and more.
OHIO AUDITOR OF STATE AWARD WITH DISTINCTION Awarded for an audit report with no findings for recovery, material citations, material weaknesses, significant deficiencies or questioned costs. In March 2023, the District earned this recognition from the State of Ohio. “Of the about six thousand entities that we audit across the state, two to five percent qualify for this award in a normal year,” Jake Altman, Northeast Regional Liaison for the Auditor of State expressed. “It speaks to everyone in the district pulling together for fiscal excellence and to keep the books clean and keep the books available to the public.”
ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL BUSINESS OFFICIALS EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL REPORTING Awarded for excellence in financial reporting and transparency with the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
OHIO AUDITOR OF STATE StaRS AWARD RATING: Awarded for the highest achievement in open and transparent government, with the implementation of five or more best practices in areas like Sunshine Laws and public record requests.
FISCAL STEWARDSHIP
GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES Fiscal Year 2022-2023
55.8% SALARIES
$13,693,757
20.5% BENEFITS
$5,031,435
13.1%
PURCHASED SERVICES
$3,225,046
8.7%
CAPITAL OUTLAY, TRANSFERS/ADVANCES, OTHER OBJECTS
$2,143,510
1.9%
MATERIALS & SUPPLIES
$458,626 TOTAL:
TREASURER’S NOTES As Treasurer of the Fairview Park City School District, I am honored to provide an overview of our financial performance for the 2022-2023 school year. Committing to fiscal responsibility and accurate financial reporting remains an important part of our daily operations. Our awards and recognitions for accurate financial reporting are a direct result of our staff’s exceptional and diligent work.
$24,552,374 directly into the classrooms, supporting salaries, benefits, extracurricular activities, purchased services, materials, supplies, and professional development. By focusing on strategic investments, we aim to enhance the educational experience for our students, equipping them with the skills necessary for success in a dynamic world.
Accurate reporting of our financial activities is During the 2022-2023 academic year, our District not just a legal obligation but a commitment saw a total revenue of $26.7 million, mostly to transparency and accountability. We Rob Showalter from local property taxes, state allocations, understand that our community entrusts us Treasurer and federal grants. In November 2022, the with their hard-earned tax dollars, and we must community of Fairview Park passed Issue 7, a ensure that every penny is allocated efficiently renewal levy that funded 10.7% of the overall and reported accurately. operational budget. Combined with our excellent facilities, the renewal of Issue 7 provides a solid foundation for In closing, I want to express my gratitude for the support and educating children and preparing them for a bright future. trust the Fairview Park City School District community has placed in us. Together, we will continue to prioritize diligent Expenditures for the same period amounted to spending, transparent reporting, and educational excellence approximately $24.5 million. Most of these funds went to benefit our students and our community’s prosperity.
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The FAIRVIEW PARK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT serves approximately 1,500 students from the community of Fairview Park, Ohio. The District features three newly renovated buildings to educate children from toddler age to senior year in high school. The District also operates one service building, home of its Transportation Department. School buildings include:
FAIRVIEW HIGH SCHOOL & LEWIS F. MAYER MIDDLE SCHOOL Grades 6-12
GILLES-SWEET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grades 1-5
PARKVIEW EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Kindergarten, Preschool, DAP, Daycare
P a rkview Early
Education Center
In 2016, voters in Fairview Park passed a permanent improvement levy and bond issue to renovate school buildings. In 2020, the District completed its multi-year facilities improvement project, including additions at the middle school and high school campus and at Parkview.
FAIRVIEW PARK SCHOOLS EARNS OVERALL FIVE STAR RATING ON STATE REPORT CARD Overall:
Districts and schools receive an overall rating of 1 to 5 stars in half-star increments. The overall rating is comprised of five rated components.
Achievement:
This component represents whether student performance on state tests met established thresholds and how well students performed on tests overall.
Progress:
This component looks closely at the growth all students are making based on their past performances.
Gap Closing:
The Gap Closing Component is a measure of the reduction in educational gaps for student subgroups.
Graduation:
The Graduation Component is a measure of the four-year adjusted cohort graduation rate and the five-year adjusted cohort graduation rate.
Early Literacy:
The Early Literacy Component is a measure of reading improvement and proficiency for students in kindergarten through third grade.
OUR DISTRICT
By The Numbers District owned 19 vehicles daily school 38 bus routes students on daily bus routes 423 District & charter students transported 239 non-public 87,662 lunches served 20,624 breakfasts served 114 certified staff 94 classified staff 13:1 student-to-teacher ratio of teachers with a 72% Masters degree staff lives in 31% ofFairview Park average years of 17 teaching experience
MISSION: We will deliver exceptional academic and extracurricular programs that challenge the mind, instill the joy of learning, and promote responsible citizenship. VISION: To create a supportive and engaging learning environment where students acquire skills necessary for future success and every student is empowered to reach their potential.
The FAIRVIEW PARK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT offers strong college preparatory and post-secondary programs, comprehensive Career and Technical offerings, and tailored programs for gifted and special education students. Over 100 courses are offered to students at FAIRVIEW HIGH SCHOOL, including AP courses and College Credit Plus courses, through partnerships with local colleges and universities. Project Lead the Way courses and 20 Career and Technical programs are also available to students through the POLARIS CAREER CENTER.
95.6% graduation rate rPride io r r a W # attendance rate 93.4% with 3% students 20.7 average ACT score limited English languages spoken Advanced Placement 29 scholars 9 in District students with Placement 15 Advanced 18% disabilities scholars with distinction students qualified Placement 10 Advanced 18% for gifted services scholars with Honors
Unique Learning Experiences ELECTRONIC PORTFOLIOS
Students in all grade levels publish their work in online portfolios throughout their educational careers. Students regularly showcase their work, especially during their Senior Exit Interviews.
ENHANCED EARLY LEARNING
Full-day, tuition-free Kindergarten is offered for families in the district, providing students with a stronger academic and social-emotional foundation and developing key skill sets.
INNOVATION CENTER
The Innovation Center, pictured above, provides access to professional equipment and collaboration spaces for students to create and explore. Located in the heart of the high school and middle school campus, the resources available at the Innovation Center enhance learning, no matter the course or subject.
JUNIOR EXPERIENCE
PERSONALIZED PROJECT BASED LEARNING Personalized projects bridge the gap between theory and practice, offering students a glimpse into the real-world application of their knowledge. It encourages collaboration and creativity while promoting authentic work and assessment.
PRIDE HOUSES
As part of a school-wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support system, students at Gilles-Sweet meet regularly in their PRIDE houses to learn about making positive choices at school and in the community. Students engage in socialemotional learning lessons, learn coping skills, conflict resolution strategies, leadership skills, and more. This extra support layer helps build a safe and healthy climate at the school.
SENIOR EXIT INTERVIEWS
Graduating seniors present their electronic portfolio of work to a panel of faculty, staff, and community members to demonstrate how they implemented the Fairview Advantage skill set in their coursework.
Middle and high school students attend Career Night at Fairview High School each spring. In their junior year, students participate in active internship programs and experience potential careers with local and regional businesses. Students also explore their interests at colleges, workforce program, and the military.
STEAM LABS AND MAKER SPACES
MENTORING
TEACHER COLLABORATIVE TIME
High school (9-10) and middle school students are paired with a faculty mentor to serve as an additional support system. Students meet with their mentors each week.
Students have many opportunities for students to engage in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) and “maker” culture. These unique spaces and programs are available in all district buildings.
Teachers meet daily to discuss curriculum alignment, assess instructional strategies, plan collaborative projects, and extended learning opportunities.
ACADEMICS
Advanced Placement Advanced Placement (AP) courses allow students to earn college credits while still in high school. AP courses are taught on campus by FPCSD staff. One of the more unique programs is AP Research, part of the AP Capstone Diploma Program. AP Research is a year-long program that allows students to deeply explore a topic, problem, or issue of individual interest. Students must present their work and findings to an audience at the conclusion of the program.
Advanced Placement Courses offered at Fairview High School
AP ENGLISH LANGUAGE, AP ENGLISH LITERATURE, AP SEMINAR, AP CALCULUS AB, AP STATISTICS, AP BIOLOGY, AP PHYSICS, AP U.S. HISTORY, AP WORLD HISTORY, AP GOVERNMENT, AP RESEARCH, AP FRENCH V, AP SPANISH V
(L-R): REBECCA CAREY ‘24, TYSON CRANDALL ‘24, ELLA JOHNSON ‘24, and LACEY McQUATE ‘24. During the 2022-2023 school year, 14 FHS students completed their year-long AP Research course. These students earned a mean score of 4.07, well above the state (3.51) and global (3.34) averages. Four students, pictured above, received a score of five out of five for their research project and presentation. In addition, TYSON CRANDALL ‘24 and ELLA JOHNSON ‘24 were recognized for receiving a perfect score, earning all points possible. They were two of 357 students worldwide who earned this achievement during the 2022-2023 school year.
Project Lead the Way Through collaboration with Polaris Career Center, the Fairview Park City School District offers STEAM courses using the PLTW curriculum. Beginning in the sixth grade, students can expand their skills in seventh and eighth grade by learning the basic fundamentals of engineering and design. Beginning in ninth grade, students can take PLTW courses that expand on concepts developed in middle school. Using both digital and traditional learning tools, students engage in hands-on learning to help solve problems in the classroom. During the 2022-2023 school year, PLTW courses at Fairview High School included:
Polaris Palooza
Students enrolled in Project Lead the Way (PLTW) classes throughout Northeast Ohio meet at Polaris Palooza for an engineering competition each spring. In 2023, Polaris Palooza featured five local school districts and over 90 students. Mayer Middle School PLTW students earned first and second place in the Dragster competition, where schools tested their car designs in a long-distance challenge.
ACADEMICS
INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING DIGITAL ELECTRONICS AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES
Career & Technical Education In grades 11 and 12, students receive real-world Career and Technical Education in a hands-on learning environment at POLARIS CAREER CENTER. With over 20 career programs, students can learn highly skilled technical occupations while potentially earning college credits. Polaris also offers programming for students with learning differences.
AERONAUTICS AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY BAKING & PASTRY ARTS BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL & OFFICE TECHNOLOGY COMPUTER NETWORKING ACADEMY CONSTRUCTION TRADES COSMETOLOGY CRIMINAL JUSTICE
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CULINARY ARTS & RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT DENTAL ASSISTING DIGITAL ART & DESIGN EMT/FIRE TRAINING EXERCISE SCIENCE & REHAB THERAPY HEATING, VENTILATING, AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION MEDICAL PROFESSIONS PRECISION CNC MACHINING PRE-NURSING PRE-VETERINARY SCIENCE WELDING TECHNOLOGY
In April 2023, six FAIRVIEW HIGH SCHOOL students were recognized as Outstanding Students in their Career & Technical programs. EVA KOCZUR (Engineering) was named the Outstanding Student of the Year for the Polaris Class of 2023. (L-R) Back row: FPCSD Board Member Jennifer Bolander, CONNOR HINKEL (Retail Services), EVA KOCZUR (Engineering), JACK KELLY (Aeronautics), HAILEY DEMCHAK (Digital Art & Design), Superintendent Keith Ahearn. Front row: CADENCE RIES (Biomedical Science) and ABIGAIL LOUCKA (Baking & Pastry Arts).
PATHWAYS
121 graduates
28 Summa Cum Laude 20 Magna Cum Laude 12 Cum Laude 37 Diplomas with Honors 4.0 GPA or higher
3.75 to 3.99 GPA
3.50 to 3.74 GPA
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CLASS OF 2023 graduates will pursue careers in a wide range of industries either at college, post-secondary programs, or joining the workforce Agricultural Arts & Communication Business Construction Technology Cosmetology Education Engineering & Science Finance
Government Health Sciences Hospitality Human Services Information Technology Law & Public Safety Marketing Transportation Systems
SIX GRADUATES FROM THE CLASS OF 2023 will serve in the United States Armed Forces
CLASS OF 2023
THE CLASS OF 2023 earned $1,003,441 in grants and scholarships
Colleges & Universities
Adrian College University of Akron Ashland University Baldwin-Wallace University Bethany College Bowling Green State University Chatham University Cleveland State University University of Cincinnati Cuyahoga Community College University of Dayton Full Sail University Hiram College
Husson University John Carroll University Kent State University University of Kentucky Lorain County Community College Miami University University of Mount Union Ohio State University Ohio State University - Mansfield Ohio University Pennsylvania State University University of Pittsburgh Sullivan University Tiffin University University of Toledo Ursuline College United States Coast Guard Academy University of Wisconsin Wittenberg University
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varsity sports offered
school sports 11 middle offered 273 high school athletes 140 middle school athletes All-Conference 51 selections selections 42 All-District and qualifiers 6 All-Ohio performances
Standout Performances BEN MYERS ‘23 is one of the most decorated runners in Fairview history. Myers was a conference and district champion, finishing first at both events. After finishing 12th in the regional competition, Myers qualified for the state cross-country meet. He currently holds the fastest 5K time in FHS history (15:52). In Track & Field, Myers was a district champion in the 1600m run and a member of the All-Ohio 4 x 800m team that finished 8th in the state. Myers now competes at Bowling Green State University.
ATHLETICS
TESSA KELLY ‘23 is the most accomplished gymnast in Warrior history. At the 2023 conference meet, she earned All-Conference honors with top-five finishes in floor exercise (1st), vault (2nd), allaround (3rd), and uneven bars (5th). At districts, she finished in the top ten on the floor (3rd) and vault (7th), qualifying her for the state meet, her third consecutive appearance. Kelly finished fifth in the state in vault in 2023 with a score of 9.75, the second time she placed in the top-10. She now attends the Ohio State University.
The FAIRVIEW PARK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT has a long tradition of excellence in athletic competition. FAIRVIEW HIGH SCHOOL and LEWIS F. MAYER MIDDLE SCHOOL offer numerous sports for students to compete in athletically. During the 2022-2023 school year, Fairview High School was a member of the Great Lakes Conference.
HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS: FALL: Cheerleading, Boys Cross Country, Girls Cross Country, Football, Boys Golf, Girls Golf, Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer, Girls Tennis, Volleyball WINTER: Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Boys Bowling, Girls Bowling, Cheerleading, Gymnastics, Boys Swimming, Girls Swimming, Wrestling SPRING: Baseball, Softball, Boys Tennis, Boys Track & Field, Girls Track & Field
MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETICS: FALL: Cheerleading, Boys Cross Country, Girls Cross Country, Football, Volleyball WINTER: Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Cheerleading, Wrestling SPRING: Softball, Track & Field
In June 2023, Fairview had a strong showing in Track and Field. The boys 4 x 800m team of (front row) OWEN DARNELL ‘24, RYAN HINOJOSA ‘24, and (back row) BEN MYERS ‘23 and TYSON CRANDALL ‘24 were district champions and regional qualifiers in the event. At the state meet in Columbus, this team finished with a time of 8:09:99, earning them eighth place in the state of Ohio in Division II. At the Nike National Meet in Oregon that summer, the team finished second in the Emerging Elite section out of 17 teams.
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During his junior year, TYSON CRANDALL ‘24 took his performances to the next level. In cross country, Crandall earned a first team All-Conference selection and helped the boys team finish tenth at regionals. Crandall finished third at the OATCCC Indoor Track & Field state meet in March in the 800m run. Crandall earned his second district title in the 800m in outdoor track and field, qualifying him for the OHSAA state meet. At the state meet, Crandall earned an eighth place finish in the 800m, the second consecutive year he was named All-Ohio.
The FAIRVIEW PARK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT offers numerous arts classes for students throughout the District, beginning at the PARKVIEW EARLY EDUCATION CENTER. Whether students are painting the next masterpiece, creating digital artwork, performing on stage, or showcasing their musical talent, they learn foundational skills and expand their knowledge by harnessing their creativity and collaboration skills.
ELEMENTARY ARTS:
Art, Music, 3rd Grade Choir, 5th Grade Band, 5th Grade Choir, 5th Grade Orchestra
MIDDLE SCHOOL ARTS:
VISUAL ARTS: Art, Video Productions MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS: Band (6-8), Glee Club (6), Concert Choir (7-8), Orchestra (6-8), Broadway Bound, Music Appreciation, STEAM (7-8)
HIGH SCHOOL ARTS: VISUAL ARTS: Through the Lens I & II, Video Production, Innovative Design, Industrial Design, Introduction to Drawing & Painting, Intermediate Drawing & Painting, Accelerated Drawing & Painting, Foundation of Art & Design, Sculpture and Expanded Media I & II, Introduction to Illustration and Graphic Design MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS: Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, String Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Full Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra, Chorale, Show Choir, Scarlet Singers Stagecrafters, Thespian Society
In May, 146 Fairview High School students were recognized for their artistic talents and leadership in the school’s performing arts programs at PERFORMING ARTS AWARDS NIGHT. Members of the Class of 2023 who earned national and school awards in the performing arts included: • John Philip Sousa Award: Joseph Wasco • Louis Armstrong Award: Bailey Bowles • National School Orchestra Award: Edward Murton & Kelli Widman • Director’s Award (Orchestra): Emma McMonagle • National School Choral Award: Olivia Hartman • Fred Waring Director’s Award (Choir): Anna Shaffer • Neegan Award for Excellence in Technical Theatre: Kaleigh Cepek & Hailey Demchak
ARTS
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS: Clubs and organizations let students explore their interests and talents beyond the curriculum. They provide opportunities for students to become involved, help them discover their passions, and develop the skills and qualities that make them stand out in a competitive world. Pictured at right: FHS chapter of the National Honor Society. HIGH SCHOOL: Academic Team, Fairview Pride GSA, FHS Student News, First Ring Student Leaders, FPCSBN Broadcast Club, Key Club, Math Club, Mosaic Club, National Honor Society, Science Olympiad Team, Ski & Snowboard Club, Student Council, Tri-M National Music Honor Society, Yearbook MIDDLE SCHOOL: Builders Club, Book Club, Math Club, MMS Student News, Power of the Pen, Student Council, Warrior Coffee ELEMENTARY: Broadcast/Technology Club, Girls on the Run, Smoothies on the Go, Safety Patrol, Student Council
SCHOOL SPIRIT & TRADITIONS Students at the Fairview Park City Schools engage in #WARRIORPRIDE in many ways. Traditions like the Parkview and Gilles-Sweet Turkey Trot, Dances, Friday Night Lights, Homecoming, and Red Day create moments that last with students for a lifetime. Each year, right before Thanksgiving break, all students at the Parkview Early Education Center and Gilles-Sweet Elementary School run in the Turkey Trot. The race takes place outdoors, rain or shine, around the school building. The annual event brings families to the school to cheer on and celebrate the students. Pictured at left: Students at Parkview EEC stretch out and warm up for the Turkey Trot.
BUILDING A STRONGER COMMUNITY Service to others is an integral component of the Fairview Advantage. Students in all grade levels host fundraisers, food drives, and special events to support school programs and to help others in Fairview Park and Northeast Ohio. In December 2022, all 529 students at Gilles-Sweet Elementary School helped make the holidays brighter for residents of O’Neill Healthcare in Fairview Park. Students in grades one through three created snowflake ornaments and decorations. Fourth and fifth grade students made packets of “Snowman Soup” - hot chocolate with a candy cane stirrer. Every student also made a holiday card for O’Neill Healthcare residents. Pictured at right: Student council representatives from Gilles-Sweet deliver their handmade holiday gifts to O’Neill Healthcare.
SCHOOL LIFE
HIGH SCHOOL ART STUDENTS BRIGHTEN UP COMMUNITY
SEPT. 2022
Fairview High School art students designed, painted, and delivered two newly renovated crossing guard booths to the City of Fairview Park. The booths are prominently displayed on Lorain Road.
FATHERS WALK A HUGE SUCCESS
Gilles-Sweet Elementary hosted father figures and male role models as part of an annual county-wide initiative to encourage involvement with their child’s education. The turnout for the event is one of the largest since the pandemic.
UKULELES HELP ELEMENTARY STUDENTS EXPERIENCE MUSIC
Gilles-Sweet students experienced what it is like to play a string instrument, thanks to a grant purchase of 30 ukuleles.
LOCAL BOOKSTORE DONATES OVER 200 BOOKS
OCT. 2022
Books-A-Million at Westgate Shopping Center donated 262 books for children in the district, totaling $4,676.89.
FOOD SERVICES EARNS “SUPER STAR” RECOGNITION
NOV. 2022
Fairview Park City School District Food Services is named a “Super Star” district as part of the Ohio School Breakfast Challenge. Only 22 schools in the state earned this recognition.
STUDENT WINS PATRIOTIC ESSAY CONTEST
Chloe Hall, a Lewis F. Mayer Middle School student, won the “God and Country” essay contest sponsored by the City of Fairview Park for the second consecutive year. It marks the first time the same student has won the award in the contest’s 46-year history.
FAIRVIEW HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER RECOGNIZED BY LOCAL CIVIC LEADERS
Science teacher Colleen Sliwinski received the 2022 Diversity Education Citizenship Leadership Award at Cleveland’s 68th Humanitarian Award Celebration, sponsored by the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio.
YEAR IN REVIEW
DEC. 2022
WARRIOR WELLNESS SUMMIT FOCUSES ON MENTAL HEALTH
The Fairview Park Athletic Club hosted this inaugural event for student-athletes, focusing on stress, resilience and a growth mindset.
7th GRADE BASKETBALL CLINCHES CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP
JAN. 2023
The 7th grade boys basketball team finished the regular season 19-0, winning the Great Lakes Conference title over rival Parma Hillside.
NEW VISITOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM PROVIDES ENHANCED SAFETY
FEB. 2023
Raptor Visitor Management system debuted at all school buildings, providing enhanced identification and documentation of visitors.
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD TEAM HAS STRONG FINISH AT SOLON INVITATIONAL
Fairview High School’s Science Olympiad Team finished 5th out of 67 teams in the Experimental Design event at one of the state’s most challenging high school competitions.
“BIRTHDAYS IN A BAG” SERVICE PROJECT LETS CHILDREN CELEBRATE
Gilles-Sweet Elementary students collected donations and created cards to help children celebrate and enjoy their birthdays at Laura’s Home in Cleveland.
CAREER NIGHT CONNECTS STUDENTS WITH LOCAL EMPLOYERS Organized by the PTA, Career Night welcomed 76 local business leaders from 16 industries to help students learn about future career possibilities.
POWER OF THE PEN 8TH GRADE TEAM FINISHES FIRST AT REGIONALS
Mayer Middle School’s Power of the Pen team had a strong finish at the regional competition held at Baldwin-Wallace University, with five students qualifying for the state tournament.
MAR. 2023
PARKVIEW EEC ART SHOW IS A HUGE SUCCESS AT SCHOOL
APR. 2022
After a brief hiatus due to the pandemic, the annual Parkview EEC Art Show returned. The building’s hallways were carefully lined with student artwork and exhibits and families later enjoyed an ice cream social.
ARTWORK EARNS RECOGNITION AT OHIO PTA REFLECTIONS
Two Fairview Park students are recognized for their excellence in creative artwork as part of this annual Ohio PTA program. Student Randah M. wins an Award of Outstanding Achievement for her piece, “Stop Bullying.”
STUDENTS PRESENT SOLUTIONS TO IMPROVE SCHOOL SPIRIT
After spending the school year conducting research, Six FHS students presented their findings on improving school spirit to local educational leaders as part of the First Ring Student Leadership Institute.
CLASS OF 2023 EARNS OVER $87,000 IN LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
At the annual Scholars’ Reception, 33 FHS seniors are awarded $87,850 in local scholarships. Local residents and organizations donated the money to support students as they continue their education.
EMPLOYEES RECOGNIZED FOR A SUCCESSFUL SCHOOL YEAR
Gilles-Sweet Elementary teacher Amy Stevens is named Educator of the Year and Library Aide Chrissy Dranuski is named Employee of the Year at the annual end-of-the-year staff ceremony.
POLARIS TEACHER NAMED FINALIST FOR STATE AWARD
JUN 2023
Heather Delis, a Polaris Career Center engineering teacher at Fairview High School, is named an Arthur S. Holden Science Teaching Award finalist.
FHS STUDENT WINS NATIONAL EMT SKILLS COMPETITION
David Medina ‘23, is a member of the team that wins the Emergency Medical Technician Skills Challenge as part of the SkillsUSA National competition in Atlanta.
YEAR IN REVIEW
MAY 2023
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