Upcoming Events
Tuesday, September 17th
6:30-7:30 PM - Board of Education Meeting, Gilles-Sweet Cafetorium

Thursday, September 19th
6:00 PM - Financial Aid Workshop

Monday, September 23th
Picture Day!

Monday, September 30th
Sophomore Class Mtg./Josten's Ring Mtg. 3rd period - Auditorium

Wednesday, October 9th
Polaris Parent Conferences

6:00 PM - PTA Meeting  Room 125

Friday, October 11th
NEOEA Day - FPCS IN Session - Polaris is NOT in Session

Homecoming Parade and Football Game!

Saturday, October 12th
Homecoming Dance!

Monday, October 14th
NO SCHOOL

Wednesday, October 16
PSAT
7:00-8:30 PM - MS (7-8th grade) Band, Orchestra and Choir Concert, FHS Auditorium

Thursday, October 24th
8:00 AM Senior Portraits - Back of Auditorium

Monday, October 28th
Picture Retakes

Wednesday, October 30th
5:00 PM - NHS Induction Ceremony ~ FHS Auditorium

Friday, November 15-17th
Fall Play at FHS

Monday, November 25 - Tuesday, November 26th
NO SCHOOL - Parent / Teacher Conferences

Wednesday, November 27 - Friday, November 29th
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break

Announcements from Polaris 
SENIORS: Polaris Career Center will conduct parent conferences on Thursday, October 10th from Noon - 3:00 PM.  Program teachers will be contacting parents to set up in-person conference times, as needed. If you are not contacted by your student's program teacher for an in-person conference, your student's progress can be viewed by logging into Infinite Campus parent portal.

Due to the parent conference schedule, there will be no classes held for SENIORS on Thursday, October 10th at Polaris Career Center.  All Junior students should follow their regular Polaris Career Center schedule. 

Parent Conferences can always be arranged by contacting the program teacher directly via phone or email.


2019-2020 POLARIS CAREER CENTER STUDENT AMBASSADORS

Joshua S. ~ Business Professional & Office Technology
Sarah E. ~ Business Professional & Office Technology
Gabriella B. ~ Criminial Justice
Hannah H. ~ Culinary Arts & Restaurant Management
Emily T. ~ Exercise Science & Rehab Therapy
Joey R. ~ Medical Professions
Kenneth S. ~ Medical Professions
Family and Community Engagement
Welcome to the 19-20 School Year!

I hope everyone had a great summer and feels rejuvenated for a successful school year! I am off and running to get programs going for parents, students and staff. If you have some topics you would like to hear about, please email me! Some topics we are planning for Parent Universities this year include:

*Technology
*Gifted Identification and services
*Mental Health and Drug Use Awareness
*Preparing for college
*Motivating Students
 
As always, PLEASE check my FACE page... it is full of resources for all families!

Lastly, enclosed is a link to the PTA Learning Heroes website that has a great checklist to make sure our students are ready for a new year! Check it out!

Ms. Carrie Sullivan
FACE Coordinator
440-356-3510 ext. 4117
Picture Day
Picture Day is on Monday, September 23. Order forms will be distributed to students on Monday, 9/16 in Mentoring.
Fall Play Auditions
Stagecrafters and Thespian Troupe 8671 will be holding auditions for our Fall production, The Dining Room, on Tuesday, September 17 and Wednesday, September 18 from 3:45 - 5:30 PM. Please bring a resume and headshot if you have one. You will only need to attend one day of auditions. Please see Mrs. Atwood or any of the Thespian officers with questions.
From PTA Council
New Warrior Mascot T-Shirt Sale

Fairview Park PTA Council is selling red t-shirts with the new warrior mascot. Shirts range in size from 2T-4XL and are priced from $10-$14. Orders are due by September 20th! Click here to place your order.
Warrior Pride
FROM ANDY BRUENING
The Biology students started off the year all very excited and did a phenomenal job of working in groups to figure out the puzzle/problem that was presented to them! So proud of them!
Personalized Learning Platform
Our approach to teaching puts whole-child development at the forefront of the educational experience. It's also rooted in the science of how children learn best and designed to drive student engagement, strong student-teacher relationships, and meaningful learning. This program also equips our teachers with comprehensive tools and resources to support every student to reach their potential-both in the classroom and beyond.

Inside the classroom
A hands-on curriculum-with a focus on projects based on real-world scenarios, group work, and mentoring-helps  students put what they're learning into action.

Student engagement
* Teachers help foster an environment where students feel invested in their learning.
* Teachers give students a deeper understanding of what they're learning and why they're learning-and in the way each student learns best.
* Students feel empowered to take ownership of their own learning progress, motivating them to stay engaged.

Student-teacher relationships
* Teachers cultivate deeper connections with students using tools and strategies that give them a better understanding of their students as learners and as people.
* Teachers tailor their teaching to every student's specific needs through thoughtful mentoring sessions and group workshops.
* More meaningful and productive interactions take place, creating a dynamic learning environment.

Meaningful learning
* Instead of simply memorizing information, students focus on developing a strong grasp of class material and effective application of key skills, such as critical analysis and communication.
* Students learn from a curriculum that helps them demonstrate a strong grasp of concepts and key skills before progressing-students move forward once they have shown they understand what they've learned.
* Students see how they're learning applies to their personal interests, future success, and life outside of school.

There are three components that guide this approach to teaching:

Mentoring
Teachers play an additional role as mentors to their students, providing support through weekly 1:1 meetings. Mentors help students identify how to improve progress in their classes and overcome challenges. Mentors also help students develop effective learning strategies, behaviors, and a mindset they can apply in the classroom and to personal goals.

Projects
Teachers show students how their learning is relevant to life outside of school through projects based on real-world scenarios. Students demonstrate the application of real-world skills, such as working effectively with a team and contributing to their community through these hands-on, peer-to-peer projects.

Self-Direction
Teachers help students develop habits associated with lifelong learning, such as the ability to set and follow through on short- and long-term goals, self-awareness, and stress management. Students, parents, and teachers also have access to an online learning platform that provides them with a detailed view of student progress.
Homework Help at the Fairview Park Library
The Fairview Park Library is one of several branches in the Cuyahoga County Public Library system that will be once again offering free, after-school homework help for students in grades K-8. There will be an open house on Wednesday, September 18 from 3:30 - 5:30 PM for families to meet staff and see the space.
Student Counseling 

Ms. Jennifer Parente
High School Student Counselor (9-12 A-K)
440-356-3500 ext. 4103


Mrs. Nora Walsh
High School Student Counselor (9-12 L-Z)
440-356-3500 ext. 4102

Follow the counseling office on Twitter: @FviewCounselors
Click HERE to sign up for our Counseling Newsletter!

SENIOR STUDENT CHECK-IN SIGN UP
Counselors will be available by appointment to check Senior Credits for Graduation.
Please have your Senior Student  sign up via Sign Up Genius to see their Counselor below!

College visits this week include:
Athletics

Mr. Joe Dianetti
Athletic Director
440-356-3500 ext. 4157

This Week in Athletics:

Administration

Mr. Chris Vicha
Campus Principal
440-356-3500 ext. 4100



Mr. Chris Honeck
Associate Principal
440-356-3500 ext. 4101
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