WE ARE FAIRVIEW PARK!
Welcome to the Fairview Park City School District!
This year’s annual report offers an in-depth look at the vibrant and evolving landscape of our district. Inside, you’ll discover key achievements, major milestones, and strategic initiatives that have shaped the 2023-2024 school year. The report serves as a valuable resource to explore our financial stewardship, innovative programs, and the strong sense of community that drives our success.
You’ll find detailed insights into our financial health, the impact of the Fairview Advantage, and how our initiatives empower student
achievement. At the heart of it all is the collaborative spirit that defines our district’s growth and progress.
For more information, we invite you to visit our website at fairviewparkschools.org, join us at community events, and follow us on social media. Let’s celebrate our achievements and work together to ensure a bright future for education in Fairview Park!
SUPERINTENDENT & BOARD OF EDUCATION
Dear
Fairview Park City Schools Community,
On behalf of the Board of Education, I am pleased to share the 20232024 Fairview Park City Schools Annual Report.
This document provides a comprehensive review of the past year, highlighting our district’s academic, operational, and financial accomplishments.
Our commitment to excellence in teaching and learning continues to shine, as demonstrated by our performance on the 2023-2024 state report card, where we maintained an overall five-star rating. This achievement reflects the dedication of our educators, staff, and students to high standards of academic success.
The accomplishments detailed in this annual report are a testament to the strength and unity of our community and the tireless dedication of everyone involved in the education of our students. While we celebrate these successes, we remain mindful of the challenges that lie ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of public education.
We continue to prioritize the whole child’s development, focusing on their academic growth and social and emotional well-being. Strategic investments in professional development, curriculum innovation, and student support services have enabled us to meet the diverse needs of our learners.
I extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has contributed to the success of the Fairview Park City Schools. Your unwavering support, engagement, and dedication to the well-being and success of our students are deeply appreciated. I look forward to building on our successes and achieving even greater milestones in the years to come.
Sincerely,
Keith Ahearn Superintendent
Joslyn Dalton President Erin Hinkel Vice-President
Jennifer Bolander Board Member
Dorin Jackson Board Member
John Straka Board Member
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.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
Each student deserves an opportunity to achieve their potential.
We will recognize each student as an individual and support their learning accordingly.
Developing competent, well-rounded, and self-directed learners is critical to student success. Therefore, we will provide a broad spectrum of learning experiences to prepare them for the future.
Families and students are a critical part of all facets of student development. Therefore, we will work together.
The community is an integral part of the district’s success. We will invite the community to partner with the district in various ways.
We will be trusted stewards of taxpayer dollars. We will be transparent and responsible in managing the resources provided to us and communicate effectively.
OUR DISTRICT
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 K-5
PARKVIEW
EARLY EDUCATION CENTER
Preschool, DAP, Daycare
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.
SCHOOL REPORT CARD OVERVIEW
Only 11.2% of school districts in Ohio earned a five star overall rating
On September 13, 2024, the Ohio Department of Education (ODEW) released its 2023-2024 Ohio State Report Cards. For the second year in a row, the Fairview Park City School District has achieved an overall 5-star rating, the highest overall rating possible, during the 2023-2024 school year. Overall
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.
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 researchbased 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:
Maintain and improve safety measures to ensure the safety of students and staff.
FACILITIES, FINANCES & RESOURCE MANAGEMENT:
Maximize the use of financial resources to ensure that all students receive a high-quality education through recruiting, developing, and retaining high-quality staff, maintaining district facilities, and offering essential programs and services.
STRATEGIC PLAN
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:
Implement a comprehensive career exploration program PreK -12 that empowers students to identify career pathways, develop essential skills, and successfully transition into the workforce or higher education.
FAIRVIEW ADVANTAGE
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.
REFLECT:
We reflect on the quality of our work, thoughtfully consider feedback from others, and strive to improve our strengths and weaknesses.
LEAD:
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.
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.
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.
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.
CREATE
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.
COMMUNICATE
We communicate respectfully, responsibly, and appropriately in a variety of situations, including face to face, written and digital.
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.
COMMUNICATE:
SOLVE PROBLEMS:
INVESTIGATE
INNOVATE
We can develop a successful solution to a real-world problem when a new task is presented. We can act on creative ideas to make tangible and useful contributions to the world.
We solve different kinds of problems in both conventional and innovative ways. We ask significant questions that clarify various points of view and lead to better solutions.
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 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.
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.
COLLABORATE
We communicate respectfully, responsibly, and appropriately in a variety of situations, including face-to-face, written, and digital.
We work with a variety of 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 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.
1. INNOVATE: Middle school students in Project Lead the Way engineered and perfected the design of their vehicles for the annual Polaris Palooza competition. 2. COMMUNICATE: Third grade students presented to family members and special guests about the “I Survived” book series. 3. LEAD: Fifth grade students in Mrs. Rushnok’s class at Gilles-Sweet published “Tales from the Classroom,” a book of original student written work. 4. COLLABORATE: Fairview High School choir students perform as an ensemble at the spring 2024 concert, highlighting their many extracurricular activities in addition to music.
5. INVESTIGATE: Second grade students explore American history, literacy, fluency, and science as part of the Johnny Appleseed Readers Theater. 6. CREATE: Middle school students create original visual artwork in Mrs. Clouse’s class.
7. REFLECT: High school French students visit the Cleveland Museum of Art, experiencing French artwork and culture.
8. SOLVE PROBLEMS: Introduction to Engineering students learn how to use calipers to make exact measurements to build a birdhouse. 9. SERVE: In a tradition dating back more than 20 years, 12th grade students volunteer time to rake leaves in Fairview Park as part of “Seniors Helping Seniors.”
BY THE NUMBERS
117 certified staff 13:1 student-to-teacher ratio
23 district owned vehicles
38 daily school bus routes
466 district students on daily bus routes
225 non-public & charter students transported
88,129 meals served * * includes breakfast, lunch, and snacks
To celebrate the completion of the novel “Jane Eyre” by Charlotte Bronte and the end of their reading assignments for the course, students in Mrs. Becky Hicks’ AP Literature class held their own Victorian-era Tea Party in March. The class read approximately 3,200 pages in seven months.
1,517
GENERAL FUND REVENUES
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
21.2% BENEFITS
$5,049,888 15.4% PURCHASED SERVICES
$3,672,059 8.8% CAPITAL OUTLAY, TRANSFERS/ADVANCES, OTHER OBJECTS
$2,088,642 1.6% MATERIALS & SUPPLIES
$383,632
TOTAL: $23,797,857
GENERAL PROPERTY TAX
STATE GRANTS-IN-AID
STATE SHARE OF LOCAL PROPERTY TAXES
ALL OTHER REVENUES
PUBLIC UTILITY PERSONAL PROPERTY
$27,201,776
GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
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 20232024 fiscal 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.
Rob Showalter Treasurer
During the 2023-2024 fiscal year, our District’s general fund saw a total revenue of $27.2 million, mostly from local property taxes and state allocations. High interest rates have also benefited the district over the past fiscal year, but this interest income cannot be counted on each year as rates have begun to be cut recently.
AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Recognized for excellence in comprehensive financial reporting. The district has earned this award for 22 consecutive years.
ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL BUSINESS OFFICIALS EXCELLENCE IN FINANCIAL REPORTING
Recognized for excellence in financial reporting and transparency.
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.
OHIO AUDITOR OF STATE StaRS AWARD RATING:
Recognized for implementation of five or more best practices for open and transparent government, including Sunshine Laws.
Expenditures for the same period amounted to approximately $23.8 million. Most of these funds went directly into the classrooms, supporting salaries, benefits, extracurricular activities, purchased services, materials, supplies, and professional development.
In fiscal year 2023-2024, the district offset almost $1.5 million of wages from the general fund by utilizing federal Elementary and Secondary Schools Emergency Relief (ESSER) Funds. These expenses will return to the general fund in the 2024-2025 fiscal year.
Accurate reporting of our financial activities is not just a legal obligation but a commitment to transparency and accountability. We understand that our community entrusts us with their hard-earned tax dollars, and I want to express my gratitude for the support and trust the Fairview Park City School District community has placed in us.
Together, we will continue to prioritize diligent spending, transparent reporting, and educational excellence to benefit our students and our community’s prosperity.
In April 2024, Ohio Auditor of State Keith Faber recognized the Treasurer’s Office for excellence in financial reporting. Allen K. Allred, second from left, Chief Auditor Northeast Region, recognized Treasurer Rob Showalter and his staff with the Auditor of State Award With Distinction for the district’s 2023 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. “This award puts the Fairview Park City School District in a very select group,” Allred explained at the Board meeting. “Auditor of State Keith Faber’s office audits approximately 6,000 entities, and less than four percent are eligible for this award.”
FISCAL STEWARDSHIP
ACADEMICS
Unique Learning Experiences
STEAM LABS AND MAKER SPACES
Students have many opportunities to engage in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) and “maker” culture. These unique spaces and programs are available in all district buildings.
PERSONALIZED PROJECT BASED LEARNING
Personalized projects bridge the gap between theory and practice, offering students a glimpse into the realworld 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 GillesSweet meet regularly in their PRIDE houses to learn about making positive choices at school and in the community. Students engage in social-emotional learning lessons, conflict resolution strategies, leadership skills, and more. They also serve their community in various ways, such as creating holiday decorations for senior citizen residents at O’Neill Healthcare in Fairview Park.
Junior Experience
With the Junior Experience, students actively seek out and engage with internship programs and potential careers with local and regional businesses. Students can also investigate and visit colleges, workforce programs, and the military.
CAREER NIGHT
Each year, the Fairview High School and Mayer Middle School PTA organizes Career Night, also a part of the Junior Experience. Career Night is an informal way for local businesses and organizations to showcase their careers and industries to future members of the workforce. Just about all types of industry are featured at Career Night, including public service and military.
At the 2024 Career Night, 59 organizations were in attendance, and nearly 70 careers represented.
Parkview Early Education Center earns five-star Step Up to Quality rating for seventh consecutive year
In May 2024, the Parkview Early Education Center celebrated a tradition of excellence for the seventh consecutive year.
Since 2018, the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) has awarded the EEC a five-star Step Up To Quality (SUTQ) rating. It is the highest rating a preschool or childcare center can receive in Ohio.
According to ODEW, Step Up To Quality “recognizes and promotes learning and development programs that meet quality program standards that exceed preschool licensing and school-age child care licensing health and safety regulations.” SUTQ standards are “based on national research” that “lead to improved outcomes for children.”
Other aspects measured in SUTQ include family engagement and communication. The EEC has parentteacher conferences scheduled for each fall and spring and uses regular communication methods like SeeSaw. In addition, staff professional development is essential to maintaining a high SUTQ rating.
The 2023-2024 Parkview EEC staff was recognized with the district’s Staff Shining Star Award for May 2024 for their fivestar Step Up to Quality Rating.
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.
TEACHER COLLABORATIVE TIME
Teachers meet daily to discuss curriculum alignment, assess instructional strategies, plan collaborative projects, and extended learning opportunities.
MENTORING
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.
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.
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.
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 24 career programs, students can learn highly skilled technical occupations while potentially earning college credits. Polaris also offers programming for students with learning differences.
AERONAUTICS
EMT/FIRE TRAINING
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
BAKING & PASTRY ARTS
BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL & OFFICE TECHNOLOGY
COMPUTER NETWORKING
ACADEMY
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
COSMETOLOGY
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
CULINARY ARTS & RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT
DENTAL ASSISTING
EXERCISE SCIENCE & REHAB THERAPY
HEATING, VENTILATING, AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION
MEDICAL PROFESSIONS
PRECISION CNC MACHINING
PRE-NURSING
PRE-VETERINARY SCIENCE
VISUAL COMMUNICATION & DESIGN
WELDING TECHNOLOGY
Project Lead the Way
Beginning in the sixth grade, through collaboration with Polaris Career Center, the District offers STEAM courses using the PLTW curriculum. Students can expand their skills in seventh and eighth grade by learning the 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 2023-2024 school year, PLTW courses at Fairview High School included:
INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN
PRINCIPLES OF ENGINEERING
DIGITAL ELECTRONICS
CIVIL ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES
Advanced Placement
Advanced Placement (AP) courses allow students to earn college credits while still in high school, with courses 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 yearlong 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.
AP courses offered at FHS:
ENGLISH LANGUAGE & COMPOSITION, ENGLISH LITERATURE & COMPOSITION, SEMINAR, CALCULUS A/B, CALCULUS B/C, STATISTICS, BIOLOGY, PHYSICS, ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, U.S. HISTORY, WORLD HISTORY, GOVERNMENT, RESEARCH, FRENCH, SPANISH
The birdhouse project in INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING DESIGN provides students with a hands-on opportunity to explore both traditional woodworking and modern digital engineering. By designing and building birdhouses, students utilize hand tools alongside computer-aided design (CAD) software, merging creativity with technology.
This engaging project helps students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and practical engineering skills. This project encourages innovative learning, preparing students to navigate a variety of challenges in future engineering and design fields.
College Credit Plus
Fairview High School participates in Ohio’s College Credit Plus (CCP) program, enabling students in grades 7-12 to earn both high school and college credits by enrolling in courses at Ohio colleges or universities. This initiative aims to enhance students’ career readiness and postsecondary success by offering a diverse range of college-level courses at minimal or no cost to families.
Beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, students will be eligible to enroll in certain College Credit Plus courses at Fairview High School taught by the school’s faculty.
Participating colleges and universities where Fairview High School students are eligible to attend include:
• Case Western Reserve University
• Cleveland State University
• Cuyahoga Community College
• Lorain County Community College
FOURTH GRADE RESEARCH PROJECT BUILDS LIFELONG SKILLS FOR STUDENTS
At Gilles-Sweet Elementary, students begin many educational “firsts.” In Miss Emily Kenney’s fourth-grade class, two major skill sets are introduced with one project.
In November, Kenney’s students start a month-long research project into American patriots from the Revolutionary War.
“In language arts, we have a big unit in Collaborative Classroom [the District’s reading and writing curriculum] on research, and it’s more of a guided, pick-your-own topic,” Kenney explained. “We have found that fourth graders are lacking in foundational research skills, so by focusing on one topic and allowing them to pick one patriot from a list, it gives them more focus.”
The unit, however, is more than just a look into famous historical Americans.
“They learn sequential and chronological order, and it also helps them really dive into the skills of researching,” Kenney stated. “This generation is very into going to Google and typing in questions. We start with books, and we read a page. We learn about what information was on that page that they could put in a graphic organizer. We really start with the basics.”
Using simple prompts for information, graphic organizers are easy ways for students to gather the information they need from a text and to fill in details. The research done by students also ties neatly into lessons in social studies about the American Revolution, helping fill informational gaps for students.
“It’s really fun to see them grasp it,” Kenney added. “In January and February, when Mrs. Ptaszek-Templeton goes into the Revolution, and they talk about it, they all have better background knowledge, and they understand it more. They really grasp the standards quicker.”
After completing their research and writing their report, students are expected to present information about their chosen patriot to the class.
“This is their first time ever standing up in front of the class on their own,” Kenney explained. “So it’s can you stand in front of the class? Can you make eye contact? Are you loud enough that we can all hear you? And are you making sure you’re discussing the life in chronological order?”
Students have plenty of time to practice before their final presentation. They practice speaking with each other, at home with family, and, according to Kenney, even “with the dog.” Students are encouraged to dress up formally or like their famous patriot for extra credit.
It’s their first big independent project where they not only get to see the outcome and be proud of themselves, but they’re learning fundamental skills to help prepare them for whatever path they go down.
“The speech is definitely the thing they are most nervous about and standing in front of everybody,” Kenney explained. “But they quickly learn that everyone is nervous and they all haven’t done it before. This year’s group, I will say, was the first group where 75 percent of them volunteered to present first.”
“I had the opportunity to observe student patriot presentations in Ms. Kenney’s 4th-grade class,” Shanna Kovi, associate principal at Gilles-Sweet said. “I was impressed by their ability to present a topic clearly, with great pacing, as well as confidence in front of peers and adults. The presentations I saw showed the depth to which the students learned about their assigned patriots and related their knowledge to the history of this era.”
After their presentation, students were excited and proud to have completed the project.
“I really liked it because you got to learn about a topic you hadn’t learned before and you got to see how the patriot did important things during the Revolution when they were alive,” Camden S., a fourth grade student explained. “I enjoyed presenting the speech because you got to be in front of your classmates and tell them all about your patriot. My patriot was John Hancock, and I learned about his signature being the first one on the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and how he made it so big you didn’t need glasses to see it.”
“I really enjoyed doing the timeline challenge because I got to work with my brother on it at home and it was really fun to do research about the Revolution events,” Ellie R., another fourth grader expressed. “At the beginning of the project, I felt horrified because I was worried about the speech and getting everything done on time. However, at the end, I felt relieved and I thought I did really well since I got a good grade!”
Feedback from parents is just as positive.
“Parents are very pleased to see a project that looks similar to what they did as kids,” Kenney expressed. “It swings back to the fundamentals of going to the library and picking a book out. Going through the book, learning about the person, writing a paper about the person, and having a visual aid of some sort. It’s something the parents remember doing, and they get excited to see their children have that opportunity.”
Like many projects at Gilles-Sweet, this one truly helps prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.
“It’s their first big independent project where they not only get to see the outcome and be proud of themselves, but they’re learning fundamental skills to help prepare them for whatever path they go down,” Kenney added.
Pictured above: Students practice their public speaking and presentation skills to their peers in the fourth grade in the hallways of Gilles-Sweet Elementary.
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COLLEGE CHOICES
Allegheny College
Ashland University
Cleveland Institute of Art
University of Connecticut
University of Dayton
George Washington University
Grand Canyon University
Miami University
Muskingum University
Northeastern University
Ohio Wesleyan University
University of South Carolina
Ursuline College
Waynesburg University
College of Wooster
THREE GRADUATES will serve in the United States Armed Forces
THE CLASS OF 2024 earned $1,053,475 in grants and scholarships
POTTORFF SCHOLARSHIPS SUPPORT FUTURE EDUCATORS
FROM FAIRVIEW
Three Fairview High School graduating seniors have much to look forward to when attending college.
Molly Adomaites, Scarlett Loach, and Erich Malek were recipients of the H. Ronald Pottorff and Nancy B. Pottorff Scholarship in 2024. The Pottorff Scholarship provided each student $33,000 to help cover costs associated with their college education, including tuition and books.
“This generous scholarship, established by Mr. and Mrs. Pottorff, recognizes the outstanding academic achievements of our graduating seniors who plan to pursue a career in the field of education,” Fairview High School Principal Chris Vicha stated. “Each year, I am deeply inspired by the exceptional students who embody the Pottorffs’ values of excellence, compassion, and dedication to making a positive impact.”
Each senior will have a different focus in the education field. Adomaites will major in music education at Baldwin Wallace University’s Conservatory of the Performing Arts. Loach will be studying art education at Kent State University, while Malek will be majoring in physical education at Bowling Green State University.
The seniors learned they had won the scholarship at the annual Scholars’ Reception ceremony, held on May 8, 2024.
“I wasn’t expecting to hear my name,” Adomaites explained. “I heard that amount of money and I thought whoever gets that is going to be really lucky. And then I heard my name and thought, ‘Oh, that’s me.’ I was shaking, and I almost cried, but I couldn’t cry for the picture.”
“The expression on my face was probably priceless,” Loach said. “I remember I turned to my Mom, and she just started bawling her eyes out…I’m so unbelievably grateful.”
“It was just such a blessing,” Malek added. “Many emotions filled me all at once. It felt like the longest walk up there, and I almost forgot to take the picture.”
These three students had unique experiences and teachers at Fairview that inspired them to be educators.
“I love art, and I have an extreme passion for doing art,” Loach said. “I also have two of the best art teachers ever: Mr. Graff and Mr. Kaminski. They’ve been able to give me a lot of community-based projects. A large part of what I want to do as a teacher is working in the community and doing art projects surrounded by that.”
“With Mrs. Atwood and Mrs. Karliak, you can really tell that they care so much about what they do,” Adomaites added. “They have made such an incredible impact on me. And I want to make that kind of impact on students because they are a huge reason that I’m going into music education.”
Awarding the H. Ronald and Nancy B. Pottorff Scholarship is a profound privilege. It celebrates not only our remarkable recipients but also the enduring legacy of the Pottorffs in nurturing the potential of Fairview’s young leaders.
“I’ve had many great teachers who have helped me throughout,” Malek said. “I actually have a learning disability, dyslexia, and I’ve had multiple teachers who have helped me…I want to help students like the teachers who have helped me here at Fairview. That’s my main goal of being a teacher.”
The Pottorffs were both former teachers in the Fairview Park City Schools. Dr. H. Ronald Pottorff taught math and coached football at FHS beginning in the 1960s. He later taught math at Cuyahoga Community College and became the dean of the math department.
Nancy Pottorff was a second-grade teacher at Garnett Elementary and later at Gilles-Sweet. Because she loved purple, students lovingly called her “Purple Pottorff.” In 1989, she was nominated for Ohio Teacher of the Year and was named District Teacher of the Year. The Pottorffs were Fairview Park residents and had been married for 55 years.
“Awarding the H. Ronald and Nancy B. Pottorff Scholarship is a profound privilege,” Vicha stated. “It celebrates not only our remarkable recipients but also the enduring legacy of the Pottorffs in nurturing the potential of Fairview’s young leaders.”
“There are just so many emotions that come along with winning that money,” Loach explained. “It’s going to alleviate so much stress and it’s going to help my family a ton…I just hope that everyone who was involved in making that decision truly knows that’s going to go towards my education and make a huge difference. I hope that I can really change some other students’ lives with it.”
“Honestly, I would want to give [the Pottorffs] a hug and tell them thank you,” Adomaites explained. “I wish I could tell them that their donation and what they do are not going to be wasted at all.”
“Just to put it into perspective, what they did is kind of insane,” Malek added. “They were teachers. They impacted so many people’s lives already. And then they’re going to give to more teachers with this scholarship. And then more teachers are going to be able to get out and impact more people’s lives. It’s just like a chain reaction. Maybe someday we’ll inspire kids to want to be teachers, too.”
Pictured on opposite page: (L-R): Class of 2024 graduates and Pottorff scholarship recipients Erich Malek, Molly Adomaites and Scarlett Loach.
Pictured above: Class of 2024 graduates celebrate at the 59th annual Scholars Reception at Fairview High School. In 2024, there were 45 seniors recognized with 42 different scholarships and grants, totaling $202,600. Many of the scholarships and grant awards were by local community organizations, including the Fairview Park Education Foundation, Fairview Park Women’s Club, Fairview Park Youth Association, Fairview Park PTA, alumni groups, O’Neill Healthcare, and more. The Pottorff scholarship is awarded at the Scholars Reception.
SCHOOL LIFE
Warrior Coffee Company serves up engaging experiences
One student-led program at Lewis F. Mayer Middle School is literally good to the last drop.
Since 2019, the Warrior Coffee Company has served a variety of delicious, hot beverages in the morning to staff at the middle school and high school building. The program teaches students important lessons with a hands-on and engaging experience.
Each morning, students spend one period preparing and delivering hot beverage orders throughout the building. According to Mayer Middle School Intervention Specialist Claire Kohl, on some school days, students prepare and deliver as many as 15 individual orders in the building.
“We are working on a lot of job skills, including listening and following directions,” Kohl explained. “We also talk about starting a job and seeing it all the way through, as well as teamwork. They really have learned how to work together in order to do this. Everyone takes on a specific role.”
“The Warrior Coffee Cart program has been a great addition to the building,” Fairview High School Principal Chris Vicha expressed. “The students involved get real retail and customer service experience while the staff get to enjoy a delicious cup of coffee or tea delivered to their classroom. Not only has this program helped improve the culture within the building, but it also allowed Fairview Schools to create and sustain another positive relationship with a small local business.”
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.
HIGH SCHOOL: Academic Team, Fairview Pride GSA, FHS Student News, First Ring Student Leaders, Key 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, MMS Student News, Power of the Pen, Student Council, Warrior Coffee Company
ELEMENTARY: Broadcast/Technology Club, Girls on the Run, Smoothies on the Go, Safety Patrol, Student Council
KEY CLUB AT FAIRVIEW HIGH SCHOOL is a studentled organization dedicated to promoting community service and leadership by engaging in various volunteer activities that aim to make a positive impact within the school and local community.
During the 2023-2024 school year, Key Club members provided over 1,300 service hours. Examples include volunteering at Meals on Wheels, helping senior citizens on “Tech Wednesdays” at the Fairview Park Senior Center, organizing nearly 100 Easter baskets for the Department of Child and Family Services, and serving at events throughout the Fairview Park City Schools. Pictured above are Key Club members serving at the Easter Bunny Ice Cream social at Bain Cabin in Fairview Park.
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.
To kick off the 2023 Homecoming weekend, Fairview High School and Mayer Middle School hosted the first annual Warrior Bowl at James B. Daley Stadium on September 29.
All students in grades 6-12 attended this pep rally and student-led event, featuring a clash on the flag football gridiron between the girls in the junior and senior classes. At halftime, students nominated for Homecoming Court were introduced to their peers.
After the conclusion of the Warrior Bowl, the Homecoming festivities continue with the annual parade and football game. The parade features the FHS Marching Band along with floats designed and created by each class at the high school.
Sources of Strength brings school community together to address mental health
During the 2023-2024 school year, students and staff at Fairview High School and Lewis F. Mayer Middle School developed a plan to deliver another layer of support for mental health needs.
Sources of Strength is a new program designed to promote the wellness, kindness, and strength inherent in the school community - including within each student.
“It’s about bettering themselves and feeling better about themselves,” Eighth Grade English Teacher Janice Frygier explained. “Strength is the keyword in this program. So, what are your strengths? What strength can you find from others? You have strengths within yourself to help yourself. But, then, sometimes you need to lean on somebody else or ask for help, which is what the wheel stands for.”
The Sources of Strength Wheel identifies eight areas where individuals can find strengths. The areas include family support, positive friends, mentors, healthy activities, generosity, spirituality, physical health and mental health.
“The adults and the kids in the program are trying to show that we are all in this together,” Frygier added. “It’s about how we can all help each other and try to be more mindful.”
ARTS
offers numerous arts classes for students throughout the District, beginning . 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, STEAM (7-8)
MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS: Band (6-8), Glee Club (6), Concert Choir (7-8), Orchestra (6-8), Broadway Bound, Music Appreciation
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, Drill Team, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, String Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Full Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra, Chorale, Show Choir, Scarlet Singers, Stagecrafters, Thespian Society
Creative Arts & Design Showcase highlights students’ imagination
In May 2024, Fairview High School and Lewis F. Mayer Middle School hosted the Creative Arts & Design Showcase.
This exhibition featured work from around the Fairview Park City Schools, from our youngest artists at the Parkview Early Education Center and Gilles-Sweet Elementary to Engineering and Architecture students from Fairview High School.
“The Innovation Showcase we did before COVID was a big hit, and we did that over at Gilles-Sweet,” Digital Media Arts Teacher Chris Kaminski explained. “After COVID, we have this new space [Innovation Center] and a space to do something like this. We just wanted to share with the public some of the cool things that the kids do around here and in the district.”
“As their art educators, we get to see them in creative mode on a daily basis,” Middle School Art Teacher Annie Clouse added. “This art show allows us to share that inspiration with others. I think the community will be delighted to see how deeply expressive the young people of Fairview Park truly are.”
Talented performing arts students honored at awards night
In May 2024, over 140 Fairview High School students were recognized for their artistic talents and leadership in the school’s performing arts programs at PERFORMING ARTS AWARDS NIGHT.
“The Performing Arts Award Ceremony is to recognize the hard work and growth of the students in the performing arts,” Director of Band Peter Cibulskas said. “We want to show our students, parents, and the community the accomplishments of our students and express our gratitude for their efforts.”
“This event highlights the value we place on the arts, reinforcing the idea that creativity and expression are vital components of a well-rounded education,” Director of Orchestras Hillery Needham added. “It brings the community together, fostering a sense of pride and unity as we celebrate the achievements of our students.”
Hille’s introduction to technical theatre and stage management began in the most unassuming way possible as a seventh grader.
“I was just looking for something to do,” Hille stated. “I wasn’t involved in a ton of afterschool activities, and I wasn’t into sports or anything. I saw information about being on crew for ‘Tony and Tina’s Wedding,’ so I went to the information meeting. I’ve been on crew ever since.”
Over the next five years, Hille worked on the Stagecrafters crew in various backstage roles, earning recognition from staff and older students in the program along the way. He challenged himself to learn the required tools and techniques of technical theatre and stage management but also improved on additional skills needed for success.
“In middle school, I was more on the shy side,” Hille
CLASS OF 2024 GRADUATE PURSUES DREAM AT RENOWNED THEATRE ARTS PROGRAM
The future for Andrew Hille is as bright as the lights on Broadway.
The Class of 2024 graduate will attend the University of Cincinnati’s CollegeConservatory of Music (CCM) in the fall of 2024 to major in Theatre Design and Production, specializing in stage management. The highly selective program trains the next generation of technical theatre professionals who work behind the scenes on Broadway and across the globe.
expressed. “I was definitely interested in theatre, but I wasn’t super vocal. As I grew through some leadership positions, I learned more about communicating with other people and being a leader and became more outgoing throughout the years.”
At the beginning of his senior year, his sixth year in Stagecrafters, Hille completed a months-long Eagle Scout project by permanently installing footlights on the Frank W. Barr Auditorium stage. He not only secured funding through donations, including being a perennial “top seller” from popcorn fundraisers, but he coordinated a crew of nearly 20 for installation.
He also designed the sets for the fall play “Dracula,” managed a crew of 80 for that production, and was an integral component of the highly successful spring musical “Mamma Mia!”
“It was definitely during ‘Sister Act’ when we started to realize that Andrew understood the ‘more’ of theatre,” Director of Stagecrafters Jessica Atwood expressed. “He got the whole picture and the experience, too…we just started to see him understand what theatre can do for people beyond just being a fun show.”
We just started to see him understand what theatre can do for people beyond just being a fun show.
“I have never, in my entire life, met a leader who is so adept at telling you to change what you’re doing with a smile and making you feel good about it,” Stagecrafters Advisor Andy Bruening added. “He is always pleasant and makes you want to work with him and for him.”
The stage management program at CCM allows students to learn skills in various aspects of technical theatre, from scenic and lighting design to sound, costumes, and more. Students are also encouraged to learn about directing, script analysis, and arts administration.
“I know it sounds kind of silly, but I’m excited to be back at the bottom of the ladder again,” Hille said. “The nice thing about Fairview is that you can start in the seventh
grade and be involved all six years. I’m excited to be on the bottom rung again, work with some of the older students at CCM, see what they have to teach me, and go through that learning process again.”
Hille noted that one of his goals is to work on a Broadway tour, traveling around the country or world.
“[Fairview] has a program that gives a child an opportunity to succeed and get into a program like this,” Atwood added. “You look at stage managers on Broadway and on national tours, and they are CCM stage managers. For the past seven years, that program has had 100 percent job placement for its stage management students upon graduation.”
“Not everyone is as hard-working as Andrew,” Bruening expressed. “But here you can make your own path; you can find out what you want to do. He’s the product of Jess’s awesome program that has made theatre fantastic and excellent. And he’s the product of a school system that champions students finding their ‘thing.’ What is your thing?”
Pictured at top: Fairview High School’s production of “Dracula” in November 2023 featured multiple complex sets and lighting schemes. Pictured are Mia Karp ‘25 (L) as Dracula and Andrew’s sister, Elizabeth Hille‘24, (R) as Jonathan Harker.
ATHLETICS
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 2023 fall athletic season, the Fairview Park City School District competed in the Great Lakes Conference. Beginning in November, the district began competing in the Chagrin Valley 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
Warrior Athletic Council debuts in 2023-2024
The Warrior Athletic Council, launched during the 2023-2024 school year at Fairview High School, promotes leadership and strengthens the athletic culture.
The council is comprised of student-athletes selected by coaches. It emphasizes values like sportsmanship, perseverance, and accountability. Members lead initiatives such as addressing community concerns, fostering teamwork, and organizing events like the Scarlet & Graymies.
Guest speakers also provide insights to help studentathletes grow as leaders both on and off the field.
Standout Performances
After finishing up a highly successful junior year, TYSON CRANDALL ‘24 was motivated to have an even more successful senior season.
In the fall, Crandall and the Boys Cross Country Team qualified for the regional meet for the fifth consecutive season. In March, he qualified in five events at the OATCCC Indoor Track & Field state championships, the only Fairview athlete to complete such a feat. He later earned a state championship in the 800m run at the OATCCC state meet with a time of 1:55.14. In May, Crandall was the 800m regional champion and finished 3rd in the state in the event in outdoor track and field.
Crandall ended his career at Fairview as a four-time AllOhio runner and school record holder in the 800m (1:53.72). He now competes in cross country and track for George Washington University in Washington, DC.
At her first OHSAA state gymnastics tournament, ninth-grader SYLVIA JANKOWSKI ‘27 placed ninth in Ohio on the beam with a score of 9.3. Her top-ten finish earned her the title of All-Ohio athlete.
The Warriors beat sixth-seeded Cuyahoga Heights on March 8 by a 49-46 margin in the District Final of the 2024 OHSAA Boys Basketball Tournament inside Wooster High School to advance to Fairview’s first ever Sweet 16 Regional Semifinal. WILL ALLEN ‘26 was named to the Northeast Lakes Division III All-District First Team. JR BEATO ‘25 and BURKE LOWRY ‘26 earned All-District Third Team honors and COLLIN LUCAS ‘24 was an Honorable Mention. Head Coach Ryan Barry was named Co-Coach of the Year.
At the CVC Metro Division championships in May, LACEY McQUATE ‘24 was named Conference MVP based on her first place finishes in the 800m, 1600m, 4x400m,
FAIRVIEW SENIOR BOWLS PERFECT GAME DURING A SEASON TO REMEMBER
Fairview High School senior Cole Joseph has done two things this year that some people only dream about.
The first was bowling a perfect 300 game for the Warriors. Joseph achieved that and bowled 12 strikes in a row in a match on January 16. According to a 2017 CBS News article, the chances are 11,500 to 1 for an “average” bowler to achieve this feat. It’s safe to say that Cole Joseph is not your “average” bowler.
The second thing was turning a passion into a successful plan for the future. Joseph achieved that by taking his love for the sport and translating it into a scholarship to compete athletically for Baldwin Wallace University next season.
Both accomplishments did not come easily.
Four years ago, as a freshman, Joseph joined the newly formed Warriors bowling team, an experience he described as “rough.”
“We didn’t have a team, really,” Joseph explained. “People would show up just every once in a while, and there was no consistency. The next year, we were down a coach, and I was worried we weren’t even going to have a team. Mr. Hoskins stepped in for those two years, and that’s when the program really grew - we had so many new people.”
During that time, Joseph continued to work on his game, including practices at the lanes on his own and with a coach, sometimes up to three times a week. On January 16, the practice paid off in a matchup against Oberlin. After starting his three game series with a 210, he became more confident in his second game.
“I don’t think I really got lucky on any of the strikes
I had,” Joseph said of his perfect performance. “Normally, you hear stories about people getting a Brooklyn strike or whatever. I was pretty confident in every ball that I threw. When you have a really good line, you kind of have some wiggle room to throw the ball. I felt I had a pretty good amount.”
I would have never thought I would be bowling for a college if you had told me a few years ago. But, if you do the hard work, you can get it done.
To protect the jinx on his perfect game, none of his teammates or parents said anything to him during the game. Pandemonium broke out on the lanes once his 12th strike hit the pins.
“After the fact, I went up to my parents and gave them a hug,” Joseph said. “My parents’ friends said they didn’t move, didn’t want to move anything, and stayed in the exact same spot the whole time. They didn’t want to jinx it. My teammates were going crazy, so was my Dad. You could hear him screaming; it was crazy.”
Outside of the perfect game, Joseph said his biggest challenge in 2024 was getting out of the sectional tournament. In the North Shore Bowling Conference, only the top three teams and top three individuals advance to
the district tournament.
“Every year, that’s what you look forward to,” Joseph explained. “You bowl up until then, and then it all comes down to that. Either you advance, or you’re done. Every year, I’ve been looking forward to that tournament, nervous about that.”
Joseph achieved his goal with two strong games in the sectionals, propelling him to the district tournament in 2024.
He also did something even more impactful: He received a scholarship to attend Baldwin-Wallace University and compete for the Yellowjackets in bowling. He is interested in pursuing a degree in Sports Management.
“We toured it, and I knew it was the school I wanted to go to,” Joseph said. “Once we got the acceptance letter, I knew I wanted to bowl with them now.”
His advice to other students at Fairview is to keep working hard, and dreams can come true.
“You can really do anything, even if it’s playing an instrument in college. You can do anything at the next level,” Joseph expressed. “I would have never thought I would be bowling for a college if you had told me a few years ago. But, if you do the hard work, you can get it done.”
Pictured at left: Cole Joseph wins the “Best Moment Award” at the 2024 Scarlet & Graymies Athletics Award ceremony for his perfect game performance in January. Below: Joseph competes against Westlake High School at Fairview Lanes.
YEAR IN REVIEW
RAPTOR EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ENHANCES SCHOOL SAFETY
The district implemented the Raptor Emergency Management System to enhance safety and communication during emergencies.
SEPT. 2023
LEAD WITH AN IDEA EMPOWERS STUDENTS AT FHS
A group of 40 FHS students participated in LEAD with an IDEA, a program that encourages innovation and leadership to address school and community challenges.
NOV. 2023
READERS’ THEATER SOWS SEEDS OF LITERACY AT GILLES-SWEET
Second grade program enhances literacy by engaging students in performing scripts, improving reading fluency and comprehension.
GILLES-SWEET STUDENTS DELIVER KINDNESS TO THEIR NEIGHBORHOOD
First and fourth graders collaborate on a service project, delivering handmade crafts and gratitude messages to neighbors, fostering community connections and receiving positive responses.
LOCAL VETERANS HONORED BY STUDENTS AT FHS
Fairview High School and Mayer Middle School honored local veterans on Veterans Day with a special campus-wide ceremony, expressing gratitude for their patriotism and service in the Armed Forces.
FHS STUDENTS HIT FAST LANE AT UNIVERSITY OF AKRON TOUR
FHS Engineering students toured the University of Akron’s engineering programs, explored labs, and engaged with Zips Racing, an internationally competitive race car team.
GILLES-SWEET GOVERNMENT DAY BRINGS LOCAL LEADERS TO SCHOOL
Gilles-Sweet Elementary’s Government Day provided students with a hands-on experience in democracy, featuring civic leaders such as the mayor, city council members, and local government officials who engaged with the students.
OCT. 2023
PRIDE OF FAIRVIEW PERFORMS AT 2023 POP-TARTS BOWL IN ORLANDO
The Fairview High School Marching Band and Drill Team performed at the Pop-Tarts Bowl halftime show and marched in a Universal Studios parade, enjoying a memorable winter break in Orlando.
GRANT FUNDED MUSIC THERAPY BRINGS MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Fairview Park City Schools launched a two-year pilot program with InHarmony Therapeutic Services, funded by a $70,980 grant, to provide trauma-informed music therapy aimed to improve students’ mental health and social connections post-pandemic.
CIVICS STUDENTS SUPPORT THOSE IN NEED BY CREATING BLANKETS
Ms. Cataldo’s ninth-grade Civics classes partnered with the Fairview Park PTA to support Project Linus, creating 16 handmade blankets for children in need during the holiday season.
AP SEMINAR STUDENTS CONCLUDE WEEKS OF RESEARCH WITH PRESENTATION
Students in Mrs. Hicks’ AP Seminar class completed their presentations in December after six weeks of research and analysis on diverse topics such as prescription medications, book bans, and cybersecurity, showcasing their skills in critical thinking and communication.
MAYER MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS EXCEL AT POWER OF THE PEN
Mayer Middle School’s 7th and 8th grade teams excelled at the Power of the Pen district tournament. They showcased their creative writing talents and several students earned top individual awards for their exceptional work.
DEC. 2023
KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS CELEBRATE 100th DAY IN SCHOOL
To celebrate their first 100 days in school, Kindergarten students and staff held a fashion show at the Parkview Early Education Center. Students designed custom gear to celebrate the day and were individually introduced to the fashion walkway.
STUDENT ARTWORK SELECTED FOR COVER OF TRI-C ROCK-OFF ALBUM
Senior Scarlett Loach’s artwork, inspired by ‘90s punk rock, was selected as the album cover for the 27th annual Tri-C High School Rock Off. The recognition was historic as the Rock-Off ended after 27 years.
KIDS’ WORKSHOPS HELP BUILD SKILLS OF PRESCHOOL STUDENTS
Home Depot partnered with Parkview Early Education Center to offer Kids Workshops, providing students with hands-on building experiences to enhance their practical skills.
PEER LEADERSHIP DRIVES MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVE AT FHS/MMS
Fairview High School and Mayer Middle School implemented “Sources of Strength” to unite the school community in addressing mental health challenges, fostering resilience and support through peer leadership and community engagement.
FAIRVIEW UPGRADES WEIGHT ROOM WITH DONATION
Fairview High School’s weight room received a $34,000 upgrade funded by the Fairview Park Athletic Club and an anonymous donor. The upgrade enhances facilities to better support student-athletes and foster a culture of teamwork and resilience.
ORCHESTRA STUDENTS HAVE WORLD CLASS EXPERIENCE IN NEW YORK CITY
Fairview High School orchestra students visited New York City, experiencing world-class performances and iconic landmarks. Students also held a performance at Saint Paul the Apostle Church.
DERBY DASH HAS RECORD SETTING FINISH IN 2024
Gilles-Sweet Elementary’s 9th annual Derby Dash had a record 855 participants. The event raised funds for school programs and the John C. Haney Foundation.
5th AND 6th GRADE STUDENTS EXPLORE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Fairview Park students attended the first ever Polaris Career Expo held at the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds. Students learned about potential career pathways from local businesses and organizations along with Career-Tech programs available at Polaris.
NATIONAL GRANT HELPS FAMILIES WITH SCHOOL MEAL COSTS
Fairview Park City Schools received a $11,491 “Grab the Tab” grant to help cover student lunch debt throughout the district, helping families. The district was one of three schools in the nation to be awarded by the National Food Group.
