'Where Tradition and Excellence Meets Innovation and Opportunity'
Week of August 24, 2020
Thought of the Week:

Sometimes problems don’t require a solution to solve them;
Instead they require maturity to outgrow them.
Notes from the Director
From the Desk of Mr. Mercer
Greetings!

Welcome back to school! It is so great to see everyone again - well, at least your eyes! I just wanted to say that I was so proud of everyone for following guidelines and procedures that have been put in place. I'm looking forward to seeing the Thursday-Friday students tomorrow.

There have been a lot of updates and changes that I want to bring to your attention. Please take the time to read through the following notes:

  • STAFFING UPDATE: Ms. Marjanovic has been moved to teach at Crossroads this school year. She is going to be teaching the sixth through eighth grade choirs there along with the select choir. In addition, she will be focusing on the middle school show choir program (Little Elegance and Rhythm Express) and will continue to work with The Heartbeat show choir combo when they start up.
  • MIDDLE SCHOOL SHOW CHOIR: We are still taking auditions for Little Elegance and Rhythm Express for the upcoming year. If you have questions, please reach out to Mr. Mercer or Ms. Marjanovic. You can also visit the audition page on the website. (www.fairfieldchoirs.com/auditions)
  • CHARMS: All students should now be on Charms. If you have trouble accessing your account, please contact Mr. Mercer so that he may assist you. Note: Mr. Mercer can no longer reset passwords with the new system. The following was sent by Charms:
  • Go to: www.charmsoffice.com
  • Select the "Login icon" and Enter as "Parents/Students/Members"
  • Enter the School Code (fairfieldchoirs) and press "Enter"
  • If you do not know your password, put 12345678 in the password box and press enter. This will bring up a screen that will allow you to enter the students name and email address or cell phone number. Please know, this needs to match the information on the STUDENTS PROFILE. A reset link will be emailed or texted to you.
  • AFTER SCHOOL & CALENDAR: All after school rehearsals will begin next week as scheduled on the calendar. The calendar can be accessed here: https://teamup.com/ksg3tve4tyr2xoh3oj
  • CONCERT CHOIR FEES: As we don't know how things will look for concerts quite yet, we are asking that you do not pay the $40 fee on your account until we are confident that we will be moving forward with concert choir uniforms. You will see this $40 charge on your Charms account - just let it be there until further notice. :)
  • PAYMENTS: Please remember to refer to our How To Pay Fees page on the website (https://www.fairfieldchoirs.com/makeapayment) when making payments. We do not accept any other forms of payment than what is listed on the website.
  • FORMS: Where can you access the handbook? Where can you request an absence? Where can you find a list of private voice teachers? Check out the forms page here: https://www.fairfieldchoirs.com/forms
  • RUMORS: I have had to field many questions about show choir this week due to people giving misinformation to others. It is imperative that if you have questions that you attend the virtual meetings that are advertised or catch up with a communications parent to get the notes from a meeting if you aren't able to make it. If you have questions, please ask the director or the communications parents. Let me clear up a few things:
  • We have NOT canceled the show choir season. We are still planning on competing this coming season.
  • Fees are the same as originally advertised until we solidify the plans that will go in place of Orlando (which was canceled and announced during both of the past online meetings.)
  • If you need clarification on how we use fees, I am happy to schedule a zoom conference with you to walk you through how the money is spent. As stated in meetings prior, we will not be listing everything out on Charms again for many reasons - the biggest being that we cannot change the amounts for categories once people begin paying on their fees. This was causing a lot of confusion so we did away with it. However, I am happy to update you at anytime on what the fees pay for including the amount for each category.
  • Combo and tech fees are not just for Orlando. They also pay for local competitions, materials, staffing, etc.
  • Accounts should be caught up-to-date now as we can't move forward with purchases until we have the money to do so. We do not have a 'buffer' amount to pay with; people need to be up-to-date on their accounts.
  • GROUP SPECIFIC INFO: Below in the e-mail you need to find the group(s) that you are a part of to get information specifically for you. Be sure to read through the information entirely so that you will be successful.
  • WEBSITE LOGIN: If you go to our website (www.fairfieldchoirs.com) and access the members portal, the password is Fairfield2020.

Thank you to everyone for your continued patience and support through these trying times. When we work together, we not only accomplish more, but our students - as a whole - also benefit more.

Mr. Mercer
Sound Check News
Freshman School Concert Choir
Important Information
  • Welcome to the 2020-21 school year for Sound Check (Freshman Choir)! We are very excited that you are a part of this group! Below is information that will be helpful for you to know to be successful in this course.
  • Wednesday Office Hours: 9:00a-11:00a
  • Did you sign-up for Remind? Remind is our text messaging service that allows you to get instant reminders when important things are being announced. If you don't sign-up, you run the risk of missing out on something important. This service is for students and parents. Sign-up using the instructions below:
  • HS Concert Choirs (Sound Check)
  • ​Text @fhscc2021 to 81010
  • Are you a part of our Facebook Groups? You should be! It's a great place to get information and ask questions to other parents and students.
  • Fairfield HS A Cappella and Concert Choir 2020-21 (Sound Check)
  • Fairfield Media Connect (Pictures and Videos) THIS IS STUDENTS AND PARENTS.
  • Fairfield Parent Connect THIS IS ONLY PARENTS.
  • Are you a high school student? Then you should join Slack as we communicate on there regularly for group information. Are you a parent who wants to volunteer? Then join the HS Parents group to stay in the know!
  • HS Students - THIS IS STUDENTS ONLY.
  • HS Parents - THIS IS PARENTS ONLY.
  • Are you getting the weekly e-mails? Click the correct link below.
  • Fairfield HS A Capella and Concert Choir 2020-21 E-Mails

  • N/A
Tone Down For What News
High School Concert Choir
Important Information
  • Welcome to the 2020-21 school year for Tone Down For What! We are very excited that you are a part of this group! Below is information that will be helpful for you to know to be successful in this course.
  • Wednesday Office Hours: 9:00a-11:00a
  • Did you sign-up for Remind? Remind is our text messaging service that allows you to get instant reminders when important things are being announced. If you don't sign-up, you run the risk of missing out on something important. This service is for students and parents. Sign-up using the instructions below:
  • HS Concert Choirs (Tone Down For What)
  • ​Text @fhscc2021 to 81010
  • Are you a part of our Facebook Groups? You should be! It's a great place to get information and ask questions to other parents and students.
  • Fairfield HS A Cappella and Concert Choir 2020-21 (Tone Down For What)
  • Fairfield Media Connect (Pictures and Videos) THIS IS STUDENTS AND PARENTS.
  • Fairfield Parent Connect THIS IS ONLY PARENTS.
  • Are you a high school student? Then you should join Slack as we communicate on there regularly for group information. Are you a parent who wants to volunteer? Then join the HS Parents group to stay in the know!
  • HS Students - THIS IS STUDENTS ONLY.
  • HS Parents - THIS IS PARENTS ONLY.
  • Are you getting the weekly e-mails? Click the correct link below.
  • Fairfield HS A Capella and Concert Choir 2020-21 E-Mails

  • N/A
Vocal Impact News
High School Chamber Choir
Important Information
  • Welcome to the 2020-21 school year for Vocal Impact! We are very excited that you are a part of this group! Below is information that will be helpful for you to know to be successful in this course.
  • Wednesday Office Hours: 9:00a-11:00a
  • Did you sign-up for Remind? Remind is our text messaging service that allows you to get instant reminders when important things are being announced. If you don't sign-up, you run the risk of missing out on something important. This service is for students and parents. Sign-up using the instructions below:
  • HS Concert Choirs (Vocal Impact)
  • ​Text @fhscc2021 to 81010
  • Are you a part of our Facebook Groups? You should be! It's a great place to get information and ask questions to other parents and students.
  • Fairfield HS A Cappella and Concert Choir 2020-21 (Vocal Impact)
  • Fairfield Media Connect (Pictures and Videos) THIS IS STUDENTS AND PARENTS.
  • Fairfield Parent Connect THIS IS ONLY PARENTS.
  • Are you a high school student? Then you should join Slack as we communicate on there regularly for group information. Are you a parent who wants to volunteer? Then join the HS Parents group to stay in the know!
  • HS Students - THIS IS STUDENTS ONLY.
  • HS Parents - THIS IS PARENTS ONLY.
  • Are you getting the weekly e-mails? Click the correct link below.
  • Fairfield HS A Capella and Concert Choir 2020-21 E-Mails

  • N/A
Acapocalypse News
High School A Capella Choir
Important Information
  • Welcome to the 2020-21 school year for Acapocalypse! We are very excited that you are a part of this group! Below is information that will be helpful for you to know to be successful in this group.
  • Did you sign-up for Remind? Remind is our text messaging service that allows you to get instant reminders when important things are being announced. If you don't sign-up, you run the risk of missing out on something important. This service is for students and parents. Sign-up using the instructions below:
  • HS Concert Choirs (Acapocalypse)
  • ​Text @fhsacp2021 to 81010
  • Are you a part of our Facebook Groups? You should be! It's a great place to get information and ask questions to other parents and students.
  • Fairfield HS A Cappella and Concert Choir 2020-21 (Acapocalypse)
  • Fairfield Media Connect (Pictures and Videos) THIS IS STUDENTS AND PARENTS.
  • Fairfield Parent Connect THIS IS ONLY PARENTS.
  • Are you a high school student? Then you should join Slack as we communicate on there regularly for group information. Are you a parent who wants to volunteer? Then join the HS Parents group to stay in the know!
  • HS Students - THIS IS STUDENTS ONLY.
  • HS Parents - THIS IS PARENTS ONLY.
  • Are you getting the weekly e-mails? Click the correct link below.
  • Fairfield HS A Capella and Concert Choir 2020-21 E-Mails

  • Rehearsal begins Monday, August 31, 2020
Little Elegance News
Middle School Ladies' Show Choir
Important Information
  • Welcome to the 2020-21 school year for Little Elegance! We are very excited that you are a part of our family! Below is information that will be helpful for you to know to be successful this year.
  • Did you sign-up for Remind? Remind is our text messaging service that allows you to get instant reminders when important things are being announced. If you don't sign-up, you run the risk of missing out on something important. This service is for students and parents. Sign-up using the instructions below:
  • MS Show Choirs ( Little Elegance)
  • Text @fmssc2021 to 81010
  • Are you a part of our Facebook Groups? You should be! It's a great place to get information and ask questions to other parents and students.
  • Fairfield MS Show Choir 2020-21 (Little Elegance)
  • Fairfield Media Connect 2020-21 (Little Elegance)
  • Fairfield Parent Connect 2020-21 (Little Elegance)
  • Are you interested in better part of the conversation and volunteering? Then you should join Slack as we communicate on there regularly for group information. Are you a parent who wants to volunteer? Then join to stay in the know!
  • MS Parents - THIS IS PARENTS ONLY.
  • Are you getting the weekly e-mails? Click the correct link below.
  • Fairfield MS Show Choir 2020-21 E-Mails

  • Payment due Friday, August 28, 2020.
  • Rehearsal begins Monday, September 1, 2020.
  • Tyler Choreography Rehearsals September 25-27, 2020. Times to be announced soon.
Rhythm Express News
Middle School Mixed Show Choir
Important Information
  • Welcome to the 2020-21 school year for Rhythm Express! We are very excited that you are a part of our family! Below is information that will be helpful for you to know to be successful this year.
  • Did you sign-up for Remind? Remind is our text messaging service that allows you to get instant reminders when important things are being announced. If you don't sign-up, you run the risk of missing out on something important. This service is for students and parents. Sign-up using the instructions below:
  • MS Show Choirs (Rhythm Express)
  • Text @fmssc2021 to 81010
  • Are you a part of our Facebook Groups? You should be! It's a great place to get information and ask questions to other parents and students.
  • Fairfield MS Show Choir 2020-21 (Rhythm Express)
  • Fairfield Media Connect 2020-21 (Rhythm Express)
  • Fairfield Parent Connect 2020-21 (Rhythm Express)
  • Are you interested in better part of the conversation and volunteering? Then you should join Slack as we communicate on there regularly for group information. Are you a parent who wants to volunteer? Then join to stay in the know!
  • MS Parents - THIS IS PARENTS ONLY.
  • Are you getting the weekly e-mails? Click the correct link below.
  • Fairfield MS Show Choir 2020-21 E-Mails

  • Payment due Friday, August 28, 2020.
  • Rehearsal begins Monday, September 1, 2020.
  • Chantz Choreography Rehearsal September 12, 2020. Time on calendar.
  • Randy Choreography Rehearsals September 17, 2020. Time on calendar.
FortissiBROS News
High School Advanced Men's Show Choir
Important Information
  • Welcome to the 2020-21 school year for FortissiBROS! We are very excited that you are a part of our family! Below is information that will be helpful for you to know to be successful this year.
  • Did you sign-up for Remind? Remind is our text messaging service that allows you to get instant reminders when important things are being announced. If you don't sign-up, you run the risk of missing out on something important. This service is for students and parents. Sign-up using the instructions below:
  • HS Show Choirs (FortissiBROS)
  • Text @fhssc2021 to 81010​
  • Are you a part of our Facebook Groups? You should be! It's a great place to get information and ask questions to other parents and students.
  • Fairfield HS Show Choir 2020-21 (FortissiBROS)
  • Fairfield Media Connect 2020-21 (FortissiBROS)
  • Fairfield Parent Connect 2020-21 (FortissiBROS)
  • Are you a high school student? Then you should join Slack as we communicate on there regularly for group information. Are you a parent who wants to volunteer? Then join the HS Parents group to stay in the know!
  • HS Students - THIS IS STUDENTS ONLY.
  • HS Parents - THIS IS PARENTS ONLY.
  • Are you getting the weekly e-mails? Click the correct link below.
  • Fairfield HS Show Choir 2020-21 E-Mails

  • Payment due Friday, August 28, 2020.
  • Chantz Choreography Rehearsals September 12-13, 2020. Times on calendar.
  • Randy Choreography Rehearsals September 18-20, 2020. Times to be announced soon.
Pure Elegance News
High School Advanced Ladies' Show Choir
Important Information
  • Welcome to the 2020-21 school year for Pure Elegance! We are very excited that you are a part of our family! Below is information that will be helpful for you to know to be successful this year.
  • Wednesday Office Hours: 9:00a-11:00a
  • Did you sign-up for Remind? Remind is our text messaging service that allows you to get instant reminders when important things are being announced. If you don't sign-up, you run the risk of missing out on something important. This service is for students and parents. Sign-up using the instructions below:
  • HS Show Choirs (Pure Elegance)
  • Text @fhssc2021 to 81010​
  • Are you a part of our Facebook Groups? You should be! It's a great place to get information and ask questions to other parents and students.
  • Fairfield HS Show Choir 2020-21 (Pure Elegance)
  • Fairfield Media Connect 2020-21 (Pure Elegance)
  • Fairfield Parent Connect 2020-21 (Pure Elegance)
  • Are you a high school student? Then you should join Slack as we communicate on there regularly for group information. Are you a parent who wants to volunteer? Then join the HS Parents group to stay in the know!
  • HS Students - THIS IS STUDENTS ONLY.
  • HS Parents - THIS IS PARENTS ONLY.
  • Are you getting the weekly e-mails? Click the correct link below.
  • Fairfield HS Show Choir 2020-21 E-Mails

  • Payment due Friday, August 28, 2020.
  • Randy Choreography Rehearsals September 18-20, 2020. Times to be announced soon.
Choraliers News
High School Advanced Mixed Show Choir
Important Information
  • Welcome to the 2020-21 school year for Choraliers! We are very excited that you are a part of our family! Below is information that will be helpful for you to know to be successful this year.
  • Wednesday Office Hours: 9:00a-11:00a
  • Did you sign-up for Remind? Remind is our text messaging service that allows you to get instant reminders when important things are being announced. If you don't sign-up, you run the risk of missing out on something important. This service is for students and parents. Sign-up using the instructions below:
  • HS Show Choirs (Choraliers)
  • Text @fhssc2021 to 81010​
  • Are you a part of our Facebook Groups? You should be! It's a great place to get information and ask questions to other parents and students.
  • Fairfield HS Show Choir 2020-21 (Choraliers)
  • Fairfield Media Connect 2020-21 (Choraliers)
  • Fairfield Parent Connect 2020-21 (Choraliers)
  • Are you a high school student? Then you should join Slack as we communicate on there regularly for group information. Are you a parent who wants to volunteer? Then join the HS Parents group to stay in the know!
  • HS Students - THIS IS STUDENTS ONLY.
  • HS Parents - THIS IS PARENTS ONLY.
  • Are you getting the weekly e-mails? Click the correct link below.
  • Fairfield HS Show Choir 2020-21 E-Mails

  • Payment due Friday, August 28, 2020.
  • Randy Choreography Rehearsals September 18-20, 2020. Times to be announced soon.
Nuts and Bolts News
Middle School and High School Tech Crew
Important Information

  • Payment due Friday, August 28, 2020.
The Heartbeat News
High School Show Choir Combo
Important Information

  • Payment due Friday, August 28, 2020.