Lewis F. Mayer Middle School and Fairview High School
News & updates for the week of March 9, 2020
Middle & High School Announcements
District Shares Guidance on Coronavirus Preparedness
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released information for schools about coronavirus prevention. We have reviewed these federal guidelines as well as the Ohio Department of Health's recommendations regarding coronavirus in schools. 
 
Health officials currently recommend a series of common-sense protections for our students, staff and community:
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
  • Stay at home if you are sick and keep children at home if they are sick. 
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, and throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
While the threat of the coronavirus impacting American schools remains unknown, we continue to work with government and health care agencies to develop coronavirus response plans. 
 
We will continue to update you on our efforts as well as developments involving this health concern.
 
Stay in the Know - Please be sure that your most up to date contact information is in your PowerSchool parent portal under Alerts. 
 
Thank you. 
 
 

Reminder: No School for Students on Friday, March 13 
There is no school for students on Friday, March 13. This is a work day for teachers. Have a great long weekend! 
Great things happening at the MS & HS!
#FoundSomethingCool

The 9th and 10th graders had a blast visiting the Rock Hall on Tuesday 3/3. They got to explore the museum and participate in a program about how music has been used for social change during the 1960s and 1970s. 


Hailey W. will be our Buckeye Girls State Representative! BGS is a week-long government focused program at Mount Union. The American Legion Post #421 has generously provided a scholarship to cover the cost of attendance. Congratulations, Hailey! 

The FHS Symphonic Band performed at OMEA Large Group Adjudicated event on Saturday, March 7th at Olmsted Fall High School Auditorium. This is a competition where the band will be critiqued and given a rating for their performance. Great job to all student musicians! 
Book eFair for new School Library
In order to acquire some NEW books for the school library, a book efair (online) is scheduled to allow parents, students and staff to purchase a new book for the new space. 
 
A list of recommended middle school and high school titles for purchase has been created here  .  Please note that there are two tabs at the bottom of the spreadsheet, one for MS and one for HS.  While all books are appreciated, hardcover books are preferred. The lists have suggestions that are NOT currently part of the collection.  An * before a title means the book is on one of the middle school ELA recommended reading lists. These are also greatly appreciated. Please put an "X" in the first column next to a book that you purchase so that others will know that book has been purchased.
 
Here are the directions:
 
Dates:  March 6-23, 2020
Go online: Link to Bookfair
Search the site for recommended titles.
Select a book or 2 to purchase for the school library.
Pay online.
The books will be sent to the school at the completion of the book efair.
 
Your student will be allowed to check out the ordered book first, if he/she desires, as a list of purchasers will accompany the shipment.
 
You may also purchase additional books for your own use.  Profits from these will allow for additional library purchases.  Please send an email to gdill@fairview.k12.oh.us stating which books from your order are for your own use and not for the library.  These will be delivered to the students at school.
 
Thank you in advance for supporting the REOPENING FHS/MMS Library.
Gayle Dill, Library Media Specialist


Spring Play
Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and point this out, despite his mother's protective flapping. Feeling rather foul about himself, the little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry Cat. Along the way, Ugly meets a whole flock of unique characters and finds out that being different is not a bad thing to be.
Save the Date - Career Night
Fairview HS/MS PTA Career Night
Thursday, April 2, 2020
FHS Gym from 7 pm to 9 pm
 
The MS/HS PTA would like to welcome all students and their families to Career Night.  Career Night will give students the unique opportunity to be introduced to a diverse group of innovative careers that utilize the principles of the Fairview Strategic Plan.  We encourage students and parents to come and talk one on one with professionals from over 80 different careers.  We will have career representation for college bound, career technical, special education students, apprenticeship and job training opportunities. Transition specialist will be available to provide important information to help students who need specialized career transition services. 
Gilles-Sweet Derby Dash is April 25
Dear Fairview Families,

It is time for the 5th Annual Gilles-Sweet Derby Dash!  Please join us on April 25th for our 5K and 1-mile family fun run.  

We will be raffling off weekly prizes to those who register for the race.  Prizes include:
Becker's Donuts
Penn Station Subs
Movie Certificates
And many more.....

The day of the event we will have activities including:
Face Painting
Fairview Tattoos
A Bounce House
And our favorite balloon making Magic Man!

Here is the print registration form and a link to Hemes for online registration.

Hope to see you all April 25th!
High School Announcements
Upcoming Testing Dates 

ELA/SCIENCE - 4/2/2020
MATH - 4/15/2020
SS - 4/21/2020
Attention Senior Students

SCHOLARSHIPS
Seniors! Check out the scholarships page of the web site. There are MANY local scholarships available exclusively for FHS students. 
FHS Student News
Middle School Announcements
Incoming 9th Graders Parent Meeting 
Attention families of current 8th graders: The high school counselors are hosting parent meetings for next year's freshmen to discuss scheduling, graduation requirements, etc. Two meetings will be held: April 1 at 8 a.m. at the Gemini Center and April 2 at 6:30 p.m. at the high school (prior to the career fair). 
Warriors of the Week

Bodhi J - 6th Grade
This week's 6th grade Warrior of the Week is Bodhi J. (aka the Professor). Each day, Bodhi comes to class ready to work and ready to learn but still manages to have some fun along the way. Whether it's leading a small group discussion with his friends in math or co-leading a class discussion with Mrs. Conner (yes, he has done this!) Bodhi makes Lewis Mayer a fun place to be for his friends and teachers too. He helps his friends aspire to be better and does it with a smile.  Way to go Bodhi!


Olivia B. - 7th Grade
Olivia B. is the 7th grade Warrior of the Week! She stands out among her peers for her friendly personality and positive attitude. She is always willing to lend a hand and works well with others. Olivia's teachers appreciate her contributions to class; she is a hard worker who perseveres and goes above and beyond to reach her goals. She is a valued member of the 7th grade- keep up the great work, Olivia!


Izzy K. - 8th Grade
Izzy K. has been a role model to her peers since day one. She is very diligent when it comes to completing her work and will not hesitate to help her peers. Not only is Izzy an excellent student, she is also an excellent teammate on the field and in the classroom. She makes sure that her teammates stay up to date on their assignments and helps when needed.  Izzy is the definition of "student-athlete". We love having her as part of the 8th grade and feel she is very deserving of the title Warrior of the Week. 
Middle School News
Builders Club Supply Drive
BUILDERS CLUB is running a supply drive to benefit the Malachi Center in a March Madness Style Competition!  Malachi Center serves the most vulnerable residents in the Cleveland area which includes homeless and low-income families with a variety of programs.  
 
Please help us collect the following items:
Full size spray cleaners
Full size toilet bowl Cleaner
Sponges
Personal care items like deodorant. 
Soap
Body wash
Toothpaste
toothbrushes
Shampoo conditioner deodorant
Loofahs
Kid hygiene items
Bags of individually wrapped candy
 
The first round of March Madness runs through next week (March 6th).  Each round will be a one week duration. The mentee class with the most donations after each round will move on to the next round.  The winning mentee group will win a pizza party!


Builder's Club Meeting Dates
3/17/2020
4/1/2020
4/14/2020 (no meeting due to return from spring break)
5/5/2020
5/19/2020
Save the Date - 8th Grade Dance
The 8th grade dance will be held  Friday, May 22,  6:30-9:30 p.m. B ain Park Cabin.  $10 at the door.
Fundraising/Volunteer Opportunities
FHS Girls Soccer Team
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Fundraising - Class of 2021


The Class of 2021 have added some new items to their merchandise table:  
**NEW ITEM** ~Large Fairview Umbrellas $22.00
~Grey Holloway joggers - $30.00.  They have a pocket at the back and at the side. Fairview    Warriors is embroidered on the top of the leg.  
~Fairview Warriors car magnet.  It is 7X2 inches and is $5.00.
~A stylish jute/burlap tote bag for $10.00. This bag is 16inX14inX7
~Warrior Beanie Hats for $18.00
Fundraising - Friends of FPCS Basketball Brackets
Friends of the Fairview Park City Schools Basketball Brackets

The Friends of the Fairview Park City Schools will be running brackets for the 2020 Men's NCAA Tournament. Join the March Basketball fun!  Brackets cost $10 each. The Friends of the Fairview Park City Schools will retain 50% of entry fees. The other 50% will be paid out for 1 st (60%), 2 nd (30%), and 3 rd (10%) place. The more entries we receive the more money you can possibly win so please share with you friends and family!  You can click here  to sign up or go to tournamentpools.com  and enter the Pool ID# 148327 and the Pool Entry Code warriors20         to join. You can pay for your entries via Pay Pal at  FriendsTreasurer44126@gmail.com   (select family/friends to avoid fees), Venmo @FriendsTreasurer44126 (9232 verification number) or by cash or check (made out to Friends of the Fairview Park City Schools)  dropped off to Melissa Hille, 4239 West 211 th Street, Fairview Park, OH  44126. Online entries must be received by noon on March 19th.  Paper entries will also be accepted however they are due by March 18 th at 7pm.  All results will be posted online through the website. Contact Melissa Hille at melissahille@sbcglobal.net for more information.  
Help support Our Kids. Our Community. Our Future. The Friends of the Fairview Park City Schools mission is to develop strong, vibrant and safe schools that are essential to the stability and growth of our community.  



General announcements for both buildings
Rewards Programs
Fairview High School is registered with both Giant Eagle's Apples for Students program and Heinen's Teaming Up for Education . When signing up for Giant Eagle's program, the code for Fairview High School is 6074.  When signing up for Heinen's program, be sure to select Fairview High School from a list of participating schools.
Box Tops
You no longer HAVE to cut Box Tops (although you still can). Get the app and choose Lewis F. Mayer Middle School. Within 14 days of purchase, scan your receipt and the items with Box Tops will be credited to MMS!
PTA MEMBERSHIP 
Did you know Mayer Middle School and Fairview High School have a PTA? We sure do! Our PTAs are combined and meet at 6pm on the second Wednesday of the month at the high school (Room 125). Can't make the meetings? That's OK! Many members help in other ways throughout the year or simply join to  support our schools. We work to support our students and staff members through various events and activities throughout the year. You can join online here and go to "Join the PTA" or you can print out a membership form and turn it into the Middle School or High School office stating PTA on the envelope. Thank you and we hope our students and staff have a great year! 

HOMEWORK HELP
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 Mondays through Thursdays from 3:30 - 5:30 PM for students in grades K-8. For more information, click HERE .

MATH LAB
Math help is available before school on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:45-8:30 AM in Room 201 for students in 6-12 grade. Students can receive help on checkpoints, power focus areas, portfolio problems, etc.

OFFICE HOURS
Office Hours take place every Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7:45-8:30 AM and are open to ALL students.

LOST AND FOUND
Our LOST and FOUND is growing (and not in a good way).  If your child is missing anything at all (Coats, hoodies, gloves, glasses, water bottles, earrings, rings, etc.) PLEASE encourage them to check out the lost and found located in the MS Gym.  Any items not claimed at the end of this school year will be donated. 
Family and Community Engagement (FACE)
After-School Activities for Middle School Students 

We recently surveyed students and parents on what type of after-school activities they would like to see at the middle school level. We are excited to announce several opportunities: 

At School 
Art Club with Mrs. Clouse 
Wednesdays from March 18 - April 29 
3:45 - 4:45 p.m., Mrs. Clouse's room 
$5 per class - bring check or money order made payable to Fairview Park City Schools. 
Sign up with Mrs. Clouse

At the Gemini Center 
Yoga Class 
Gemini Center 
Thursdays from April 23 - May 14, 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. 

March Madness 3x3 basketball Tournament 
Gemini Center
Details coming soon - start getting together your teams! 

Register for Gemini Center Programs 


At the Fairview Park Library 

Recipes for Success 
Every Monday in March at 3:45 p.m. - FREE 

Teen Breakfast Bonanza 
Saturday, March 14 - 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 

Teen Smoothie Making
Wednesday, April 15 - 3:45 p.m. 

Teen Sewing Basics 
April 20, 21, 22 - 3:45 p.m. 

Teen Maker Club 
March 19 - 3:45 p.m. Light up cards
April 16 - 3:45 p.m.- Simple motor toothbrush 

Register for Library Programs 
Ms. Carrie Sullivan
FACE Coordinator
440-356-3510 ext. 4117


Student Counseling 

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

Digital Request Form for students wanting to see Ms. Parente


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

 Digital Request Form for students wanting to see Mrs. Walsh



Mrs. Mary Cory
Middle School Student Counselor
440-356-3510 ext. 3135

Digital Request Form for students wanting to see Mrs. Cory


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

Athletics

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


Athletics News: 

Save the Date: Winter Sports Banquet will be held on March 16th, 2020 More information can be found here.

Picture day for both HS and MS athletics will be after school on March 24th.  Coaches will have order forms in early March.
Administration

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



Mr. Chris Honeck
Associate Principal
440-356-3500 ext. 4101
Important Dates
March 11th - District Choir Concert, 7 p.m. FHS Auditorium
March 13th - No School for Students - Staff Training Day
March 18th - District Orchestra Concert, 7 p.m. FHS Auditorium
April 2nd - 9th Grade Parent Meeting @ FHS Auditorium 6:30-7:30PM
April 2nd - Career Night @ FHS Gym 7:00-9:00PM
April 3rd - End of 3rd Quarter
April 8-13th - Spring Break - No school for students or staff (return to School, April 14th)
April 10-17th - POLARIS Spring Break (return to Polaris, April 20th)
April 16-18th - Synchronettes Show @ Gemini Rec. Center 7:30PM $7.00 at the door.
April 24-26th - FHS Spring Play @FHS Auditorium
April 30th - HS/MS Open House 6:00 - 7:00PM
April 30th - 2020 State of the Community - FHS Auditorium
May 7th - 8th Grade Polaris Tour (more info to come)
May 22nd - 8th Grade Dance 6:30-9:30PM @ Bain Park Cabin $10 at the door
May 25th - Memorial Day Holiday - No School for Students or Staff
June 9th - 2020 FHS Commencement Ceremony
June 11th - Students Last Day of School (4th Quarter Ends)
June 12th - Teachers Records Day
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