Before winter break, our 1st grade students visited Sunrise Senior Living Community to spread cheer by singing holiday carols. Accompanying them were our National Junior Honor Society students, who tagged along to pass out socks from our yearly Socktober fundraiser.
It is because of your generous participation during Socktober that we were able to provide additional socks for the residents. It was a wonderful treat for them, and they were extremely grateful for our students' display of kindness and good cheer. As always, we are so proud of our students. Way to go, Eagles!
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Due to our campus being at capacity this school year, it is imperative that you remind us if you have a current student with a younger sibling who will be age-eligible for our Pre-K program. Our demand for Pre-K is very high, and we want to maintain our loyalty to our current families, so please let admissions know if you plan to enroll any sibling to our campus.
Gesundheit!
With unusually high numbers of children who have been ill, we wanted to take a moment to share with you our school policy in regard to illness. Our "well child" policy helps keep all students protected from all of the germs that may be circulating to the best of our ability. This policy means that a child is fever-free for 24 hours and has not vomited within the last 24 hours before returning to school.
Keeping our students safe and healthy is paramount to us. Thank you for partnering with us in ensuring that we help our students stay as healthy as possible!
Parent Move-Up Information Meetings
We wanted to take a second to invite you to our annual Parent Information Nights. These are grade-level-specific information sessions that provide insight to the curriculum, daily schedules, classroom practices, and resources as well as the very best part: meeting the teachers for next year. These sessions are held in the mornings and in the evenings on the same days, which allows you to select the time most convenient for you, as both sessions contain the same information. Please join us on the dates listed below.
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2nd grade into 3rd grade
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January 16
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8:30 am and 5:00 pm
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3rd grade into 4th grade
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January 18
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8:30 am and 5:00 pm
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4th grade into 5th grade
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January 23
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8:30 am and 5:00 pm
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5th grade into 6th grade
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January 25
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5:00 pm
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If these times are not conducive to your schedule, please stop by the office any time so that we can share with you the excitement coming your way next year. Also, please do not forget to stop by the classrooms at Open House on Friday, February 9, to see the students' excellent work and to say "hello" to the teachers.
We look forward to seeing you!
Sincerest thanks,
Mrs. Calabria and Mrs.Cameron
Shop at Our Spirit Store!
Don't forget that you can sport your Fairmont swag around town by purchasing apparel and accessories at our spirit wear store! There are a variety of items available to choose from, including T-shirts, sweatshirts, water bottles, and canvas totes.
As a reminder, 15 percent of your purchase of spirit wear items will be given back to the Fairmont Parent Association to help fund the many exciting activities planned in the annual FPA calendar. We hope you will take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to share your Fairmont Pride by purchasing spirit wear.
Save the Date!
Mark your calendars for our Open House on Friday, February 9, 2018!
Fairmont Prep vs. Avalon High School Basketball Game
Don't forget to tune in at 1:30 pm next week as our Huskies take on Avalon on the basketball court at Fairmont Prep!
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Counselor's Corner: Is Your Child Addicted to Technology?
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As we begin 2018, many of us create New Year's resolutions as a way of promoting healthier lifestyles. Resolutions usually fall under the categories of losing weight, getting in shape, or having a more positive outlook on life. Some of us may wish to examine how technology encompasses too much valuable time in our lives and resolve to make healthier choices around social media usage for ourselves and our children.
At Fairmont, we often talk to our students about finding a balance between educational commitments and playtime. Students work hard at school, so during their "down time" many gravitate toward idle time on their tablets or smartphones. Social media and gaming are huge parts of our preteens' and teens' lives, and parents can struggle with setting standards for their children when it comes to time focused on technology.
It can be challenging for parents to know when technology is beneficial and when it starts to become an out-of-control addiction. Tweens and teens connect with friends through social media sites all of the time, and they feel cut off and deprived when devices are taken away. Parents need to acknowledge that computer activity is a problem when it interferes with family time and other important activities. Students feel bad about their behavior when they are sneaking phone use, and schoolwork may start to suffer as technology time becomes habitual and excessive. In one study, 43 percent of teens polled claimed they wish they were not so addicted to their phones.
Below are some tips to establish healthy screen time habits for your entire family for the new year:
- Set limits, and lead by example. No phones at the dinner table. Allow for a little more screen time on the weekends.
- Co-view and co-play: Engage with your child by playing an online game with him or her. Ask your child about the games he or she likes. You may enjoy them, too! Have an open mind, and make an effort to understand what is important to your child.
- Treat technology as a tool, not only a treat. There are valuable reasons to use the internet. Weave that into "fun time" online.
You may uncover signs of addiction to gaming and the internet if your child:
- Lies about time spent online
- Uses gaming as an escape from problems or obligations
- Finds social media has a negative impact on other areas of his or her life
- Spends multiple hours every day online
Parents can seek out help at school through Fairmont counselors if they have concerns about online addiction. For most of us, though, technology and the internet can be easily balanced with home activities and used to enhance modern day life for your child and your entire family!
Have a happy new year! Please feel free to contact me directly with any questions at (714) 999-5055, ext. 1456.
Jill Thomas, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Fairmont Private Schools Counselor
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Fairmont Prep Debate Earns Another Tournament of Champions Bid
Last weekend, your Fairmont Prep debate team competed at the 2018 Hugh Downs School of Human Communication Invitational, hosted by Arizona State University. Fifteen Fairmont Prep students competed in this octofinal bid tournament, which awards bids to the year-end Tournament of Champions to the top 16 teams.
Traditionally, tournaments that distribute bids to teams that advance to octofinals boast the stiffest competition in the country, and Arizona fit the bill. Some of the best teams in the country were in attendance, including Fairmont Prep. Overall, 191 Public Forum teams from all across the nation competed at the varsity level.
Starting off with news from Novice Public Forum, Fairmont Prep freshman Rylen Patel's partner fell ill before the start of competition. Patel forged ahead, debating teams of two by himself, and earned a record of four wins and two losses. He then advanced to elimination rounds, in which he made it to the top 16 teams before being defeated. Overall, he ended up in 12th place in a field of 56 teams in his first ever travel tournament.
Our Varsity Public Forum team also delivered solid performances. The team of Gurveer Singh and Adnan Ismail advanced to triple octofinals before being eliminated in a close 2-1 decision, placing 63rd overall in the competition. After weeks of hard work and diligence, juniors Scott Hong and Kyle Kishimoto advanced to octofinals and secured themselves their first gold bid to the Tournament of Champions! After a fierce octofinal debate, with an audience of dozens, Hong and Kishimoto lost in octos on a 2-1 decision, securing themselves 14th place overall. This is each student's first gold bid to the Tournament of Champions and the fifth gold bid overall for Fairmont Prep this year.
This was a great start to the second semester! Nice work, Huskies!
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"What Does It Feel Like? ---
The Fairmont College Promise"
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