An Interview with Our Superintendent Welcome to the Fairmont Firebird

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Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Academics Athletics Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Life As A Firebird Next Steps Welcome to the We are so glad you are taking this opportunity to become more acquainted Fairmont Firebird Family with Fairmont High School. Today, choosing the right high school for your child can be as intimidating and confusing as choosing the right college. This CD is intended to showcase the excellent education options Fairmont has to offer as well as educate prospective students and families about what life is like as a Firebird Family.

Whether you have a child in private school and are weighing your high school options or are new to the South Dayton area and are trying to choose the right area to settle in, this CD will provide information to aid in your decision- making process and help your family connect to the Fairmont family!

An Interview With Our Superintendent

In your experience, what can potential students expect from Fairmont Fairmont Fact High School? "I believe Fairmont is one of the premier high schools in the state of Prior to 1983, Kettering had two high schools: Fair- Ohio. We have an outstanding staff, the best possible facilities, an mont East and Fairmont West. When the schools energetic student body, a supportive community and a tradition of combined to create Fairmont High School, the mas- excellence that is real, sustainable and recognized through out the cots were also combined. The East Falcons and the Miami Valley.”

West Dragons can both be seen in today’s Firebird. . What personal comment would you make to encourage a family to See the Athletic page for an image of the two mascots join the Fairmont High School family? becoming one! "My son received a great education at Fairmont High School." Bob Mengerink Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Life As A Firebird Next Steps AcademicsWelcome to the Fairmont Firebird Family INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM (IB) http://www.ibo.org/

STANDARD COURSES: Most courses at Fairmont High School are designed as Fairmont High School is working towards becoming an International Baccalau- standard high school courses, and these utilize the standard grade point scale. reate School. The IB Program is a demanding two-year curriculum for students These courses fulfill the general and college prep curriculum unless otherwise aged 16 to 19 leading to final examinations and a qualification that is wel- noted in the course descriptions. comed by leading universities around the world.

HONORS (H) COURSES: Courses designated as Honors (H) are enriched and offer Authorization to become an IB World School is an intensive process that typi- acceleration beyond ordinary high school standard courses. There is more in- cally takes two or more years and includes site visits by an IB team. depth coverage of curriculum objectives, a quicker pace, increased rigor, additional homework and greater responsibility for outside projects, etc. Grades for honors courses receive an additional .5 quality points over standard courses. Each program includes a curriculum, student assessment appropriate to the age range, professional development for teachers and a process of school ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) COURSES: The Advanced Placement (AP) courses at authorization and evaluation. The programs are available through 2,049 IB Fairmont are directly aligned to curriculum requirements established by the Ad- World Schools in 125 countries. vanced Placement Program sponsored by the College Board, a non-profit member- ship organization. This nationally-recognized program allows students to participate in college-level courses and exams during their high school experience. Grades for AP courses receive an additional one quality point over standard courses. Students may choose AP courses with the recommendation of their teachers and with completion of any stated pre-requisites. AP courses are acceler- Fairmont Facts ated to a collegiate level, require strong reading/writing skills, and in some cases where noted, require outside summer reading prior to beginning the course. Fairmont’s student ratio is one of the best in the area with 16 students per full-time teacher.

95% of the teachers are fully certified allowing the Business & Human Services & Fine Arts & Special school to offer advanced studies such as the advanced Technical Ser- Communications Math/Science Education vices Pathways Pathways Pathways Services Math block program offering college credit. Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Life As A Firebird Next Steps AcademicsWelcome to the Fairmont Firebird Family Pathway Certificates: Students can Students earning 4 credits with a 2.0 average in business electives listed in this cluster are eligible to receive a Business Pathway certificate at graduation.

Business Pathway

Business careers include a variety of jobs in areas related to administration and management as well as marketing, fi- Technical Services Pathway nance, accounting, and data processing. Workers in this group use mathematical and analytical skills to design finan- Technical Services careers include a variety of jobs in the cial systems and interpret records. Others set policies and automotive, industrial, construction, and manufacturing priorities as well as participate in marketing and sales activi- industries. Often jobs in this area do not require a college ties. Professional occupations in this area which require degree but must have specific post-secondary training many high educational attainment and offer high earnings are jobs offer higher than average earnings. Great opportunities expected to grow rapidly. exist for today’s students in three fast-growing career clusters. Jobs in these careers are more technical, have higher wages, and are more dynamic than most existing career fields. These career clusters are: • Information Technology and Communications Technol- ogy (ITCT) • Biotechnology, Bioscience and Biomedicine (Biotech) • Advanced Manufacturing Technologies (AMT)

Academics Human Services & Fine Arts & Special Communications Math/Science Education Pathways Pathways Services Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Life As A Firebird Next Steps AcademicsWelcome to the Fairmont Firebird Family Pathway Certificates: Students earning 4 credits with a 2.0 average in business electives listed in this cluster are eligible to receive a Business Pathway certificate at graduation.

Human Services Pathway

Human Service careers include a variety of jobs in law and legal services, community support areas such as fire and Communications Pathway city services, education, and personal services such as cos- metology and home health aides. Educational services are Communications careers include a variety of jobs in areas projected to be some of the fastest growing occupations. such as journalism, technical writing, foreign service, media, The jobs in this sector are charted to increase by 2.2 million and digital design. Many of the skills learned in this area and account for one out of every eight jobs that will be can be transferred to areas in business and human ser- added to the economy between now and 2008. vices. Because communication is a skill needed for success in working with people, this pathway is often considered a . foundation skill for other areas.

Academics Business & Technical Fine Arts & Special Services Pathways Math/Science Education Pathways Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Life As A Firebird Next Steps AcademicsWelcome to the Fairmont Firebird Family Pathway Certificates: Students earning 4 credits with a 2.0 average in business electives listed in this cluster are eligible to receive a Business Pathway certificate at graduation.

Fine Arts

Fine Arts is a career area that can be pursued as a lifelong hobby as well as expanded into a professional activity. Math/Science Workers in this group produce, direct, and perform in dra-

matic productions and similar forms of entertainment. Science careers include a variety of options for jobs in Many create original works of art to express or interpret health services, engineering, technology and natural sci- ideas or illustrate various written materials. People in this ences. Many of the fastest growing occupations are concen- area also teach acting, choose performers for particular trated in health and natural science, which are expected to roles, and perform other “behind the scenes” work to make increase more than twice as fast as the economy as a productions run smoothly. Others teach art, or appraise or whole. Engineering and computer occupations are also restore paintings and other fine art objects. expected to grow rapidly to satisfy expanding needs for sci- entific research and applications of computer technology in business and industry.

Academics Business & Technical Human Services & Special Services Pathways Communications Education Pathways Services Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Life As A Firebird Next Steps AcademicsWelcome to the Fairmont Firebird Family

SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES

Special education students are scheduled in this program based upon the recom- mendations of the individualized Education Program (IEP) team. Special education services are provided to students with disabilities as defined by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). These services include special class/learning cen- ters, individual/small group instruction, and co-taught classes with a special education teacher and a general education teacher working together to meet the needs of students.

Other special education services such as occupational therapy, adapted physical education, speech/language therapy, physical therapy, interpreter services, aide services, and a counseling component are available based on student need. KFHS provides a work adjustment program to serve students with disabilities who have this need. This includes career orientation, vocational assessment, a work adjustment lab (Fairmont Industries), work experiences, job training, and drop-out inter- vention program.

Academics Business & Technical Fine Arts & Human Services Services Pathways Math/Science & Communica- Pathways tions Pathways Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Academics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Life As A Firebird Next Steps FirebirdWelcome toAthletics the ~ Fall Fairmont Firebird Family

Sport Website Titles Boys/Girls Cross Country Boys Golf Girls Golf Field Hockey 1985, 1989, 1990 State Champs Football http://ketteringfootballtradition.com Boys Soccer http://www.fairmontsoccer.com/ 2006 Regional Champs Girls Soccer http://www.firebirdsoccer.com/ Girls Tennis Girls Volleyball Cheerleading http://www.fairmontcheerleading.com

Spring Winter Athletics Athletics Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Academics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Life As A Firebird Next Steps FirebirdWelcome toAthle thetics Fairmont ~ Winter Firebird Family

Sport Website Titles

Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Boys/Girls Swimming Boys/Girls Diving Wrestling Cheerleading http://www.fairmontcheerleading.com Boys Bowling 2006 Regional Champs & 3rd in State

Girls Bowling

Fall Spring Athletics Athletics Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Academics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Life As A Firebird Next Steps FirebirdWelcome toAthle thetics ~ Spring Fairmont Firebird Family

Sport Baseball Softball Boys Tennis Boys Track Girls Track Boys Volleyball

Fall Winter Athletics Athletics Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Academics Life As A Firebird Next Steps FairmontWelcome toSpecialties the Fairmont Firebird Family

Dances, football games, hanging out with your friends. Fairmont High School is known for so many great experiences, including numerous and career tech programs and one-of-a kind interactive media and engineering programs. Where else can you have it all? Click on one of the topics below to learn more.

Career Tech Interactive Media Music Engineering Program Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Academics Life As A Firebird Next Steps CareerWelcome Tech to the Fairmont Firebird Family

The Fairmont Career Tech programs are unique. They are skill-based programs that enhance a student’s ability to choose a career. Challenging Tech Prep programs guide a student through a 4-year program plus 2 years of college courses. The Tech Prep student can then advance to a baccalaureate degree if they so choose.

Career Tech programs increase a student's versatility in achieving success on the job, in college, in the military or wherever their paths may lead. Following the career pathways described in the Program of Studies, students can choose to enter one of the elective credit, high tech courses.

All of the Tech Prep students who meet minimum standards receive credit and a $3000 Top row left to right: Biotech Showcase; Information scholarship to Sinclair. Technology Tech Prep; Digital Design Team In 2006, seven of the Career Tech programs placed at the regional competition. Three programs, Allied Health, Digital Design and Marketing qualified for the national compe- Bottom Row left to right: Allied Health Team; Marketing tition. Showcase For more information about the Career Tech programs access http://www.kettering.k12.oh.us/schools/hskf/hskf3.html

Interactive Media Music Engineering Program Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Academics Life As A Firebird Next Steps EngineeringWelcome to the Fairmont Firebird Family

As part of the Career Tech program, the Engineering program allows students to prepare for an associate’s degree at Sinclair (complete with a $3000 scholarship). Once students receive their associates’ degrees at Sinclair, they have the option of completing a bachelor degree at the University of Dayton.

Fairmont’s Engineering Program is nationally certified for Project Lead The Way, making it only one of eleven schools in Ohio with this level of an engineering program.

To learn more about Fairmont’s Engineering Program, go to: http:// www.kettering.k12.oh.us/schools/hskf/career-pdf/TBEngineeringTP-pg10.pdf

To learn more about Project Lead The Way, go to http://www.pltw.org/index.html.

Career Tech Interactive Media Music Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Academics Life As A Firebird Next Steps MusicWelcome to the Fairmont Firebird Family If music is your forte, then Fairmont is for you. With four concert bands, three orchestras, three choirs and more music ensembles and activities than you can shake a trumpet at, Fairmont is a music-lover’s paradise.

Concert Bands ~ Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and two Concert Bands Orchestras ~ Symphonic Orchestra, Philharmonic, and Concert Orchestra Choirs ~ Chorale, Concert Choir, and Treble Choir

Additional musical ensembles and activities include ~ ∗ Marching band ∗ Two jazz ensembles ∗ Jazz combo ∗ Jazz improvisation ∗ Annual musical ∗ Pep band ∗ Show choir ∗ Vocal jazz ensemble ∗ Percussion ensemble ∗ Numerous small ensembles ∗ Winter guard

For more information, go to http://www.fairmontbands.org

Career Tech Interactive Media Engineering Program Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Academics Life As A Firebird Next Steps InteractiveWelcome to theMedia Fairmont Firebird Family

The Interactive Media program allows students to experience aspects of television and radio broadcasting, audio and video editing, lighting and videography that most students don’t get to experience until college. Students develop their skills by producing programs for campus and corporate customers using portable cameras, the on-campus television and radio studios and graphics and editing software.

Students can earn college credit at Sinclair Community College as well as earn a $3000 Sinclair scholarship.

The Fairmont radio station, WKET, provides students with hands-on radio broadcasting experience. Television programs aired on public access tv stations offer the same for those interested in television broadcasting.

Career Tech Music Engineering Program Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Academics Next Steps LifeWelcome As Ato Firebird the Fairmont Firebird Family Top 10 Reasons Why Students Have Firebird Pride “My best memory will be senior year, in general, because you get to look back and see what all you have accomplished and senior year is when you #10 Premier Sports and Academic Facilities have the most pride for your school.” Haley Life As A A newly renovated football stadium, the James A. Trent Arena, updated Firebird classrooms with smart board technology and some of the most acousti- #9 Top Notch Career Planning Services - Career Pathways cally correct music rooms in the state. Fairmont campus is the home of the 62,000 square feet Trent Arena – the largest high school arena in the Kettering Fairmont cares about the future of its Firebirds. From College Prep to state of Ohio. Completed in October of 2005, the arena is a testament to Career Technologies to Fairmont Industries, Fairmont offers a variety of educa- Famous the vision of the Kettering School District to provide the finest facilities for tional tracks to meet the needs of its diverse student population. Career Path- Firebirds students, student athletes, coaches, supporters, fans and community ways begins with an individual Career Plan which is refocused each year at sched- members. Kettering Fairmont High School (KFHS) is keeping its facilities uling time. Programs of studies have been divided into Business, Communica- on the cutting edge for its students and the community. tions, Fine Arts, Human Services, Math/Science and Technical Services.

Firebird “My favorite memory is going to the football and basketball games.” Chad No student is left behind. KFHS provides a work adjustment program to service Teachers students with disabilities. Programming includes career orientation, vocational assessment, a work adjustment lab (Fairmont Industries), work experiences and job training. Fairmont Industries gives students with disabilities opportunities to develop their job skills by working in both volunteer and paid basis at facilities such as Kettering Medical Center, SICSA, Mini-University, McDonald’s, Oakwood Car Wash and more. Fairmont’s program is one of the larger programs in the county.

“I enjoy the nice people and the career exploration.” Jacob Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Academics Next Steps LifeWelcome As Ato Firebird the Fairmont Firebird Family #8 Extensive Extracurricular Activities The sense of school spirit lives throughout the various activities offered outside of regular school hours. Students actively participate in all areas from school sponsored dances to foreign lan- Life As A guage clubs to competitive cheerleading teams. These activities Firebird are created to enhance the learning environment outside the classroom while solidifying friendships and creating lifetime memories. Famous Firebirds My best memory “was going to Florida for cheerleading nationals with my competition squad.” Laura

Firebird Teachers #7 Friendly People At Fairmont

There is a place for everyone at Fairmont. Students new to the school indicate some of their best memories center around meet- ing new friends and interacting with teachers who care. The students, the faculty – the people – make Fairmont a “school of Excellence”.

“The most memorable moments are “when I met all of my great friends.” Antana Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Academics Next Steps LifeWelcome As Ato Firebird the Fairmont Firebird Family Firebird Favorite Memories:

1. “Having all 3 choirs go to state contest for the second time in #6 One of the Strongest Fine Arts Programs In Ohio Fairmont history.” Andrew State of the art, acoustically correct band/orchestra practice rooms are Life As A home to the 212 member marching band, as well as, concert band, jazz 2. “Being in Symphonic Choral has already taught me so much Firebird band, pep band and percussion ensemble. As one of the largest march- about music and life in general” Brooke ing band programs, the Fairmont Marching Firebirds received a Supe- rior Rating at State for the 9th consecutive year. In 2006, the band was 3. “Marching with the band down the street – filled with pride Famous one of only 10 bands in the state to earn straight superior ratings when and school spirit.” Rachel Firebirds including the guard caption ratings. The music program quality is witnessed further by the fact several of the music program students were accepted as members of the 2007 Tri State Honor Band hosted at Firebird Wright State. Teachers A music program would not be complete without a choir. In 2006- 2007, all three choirs went to state while the Eleventh Hour a cappella group performed at numerous community venues.

The Fine Arts pathway includes much more than the music program. Just visit the school to see the display art from the formal art display at the main office to the senior painted collages through out the hallways. Program focuses include animation, photography, journalism, art, TV producing, screen writing and other forms of media.

1. “My best high school memory is participating in sports. The #5 Sport Diversity teams are great. We are like big families. Field hockey is full of Fairmont has a rich athletic history. Fairmont High has won 13 state titles. In 2006-2007, the Fairmont boys’ soccer and bowling girls who act like sisters…. We care about each other.” Lillie Life As A 2. “Going to state with the bowling team.” Kyle Firebird (a first year varsity sport) teams were Regional champions and 5 wrestling Firebirds qualified for districts. Both the 2007 boy’s and girl’s basketball teams routed other teams at the 2-year Trent arena both placing in some of the higher positions of the GWOC Famous Firebirds division.

There is a sport to meet the interest of the athlete from boy’s, as well as, girl’s volleyball to track/field to cross country to swimming Firebird to field/roller hockey to golf. Athletics are an important part of the Teachers total school program. Participation in the Firebird Athletics’ programs enhances a student’s educational experience as evidenced by the caring attitude presented during the boy’s last 2007 regular season basketball. Coach Hank Bias asked Matty Kauffman, the team’s Down Syndrome manager, to don an old “00” jersey and play in a regulation game to a cheering, heartwarming Firebird crowd at Trent Arena. His beaming smile will never be forgotten by the Kettering community.

Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Academics Next Steps LifeWelcome As Ato Firebird the Fairmont Firebird Family #3 One of the Best Career Technical Programs in the State Diverse programming for diverse students… The Career Tech Pro- gram is designed for students who learn best through hands-on ac- Student Diversity tivities rather than sitting and listening to lectures. In 2007, Fair- Life As A #4 mont’s Allied Health program received a superior rating for their child- Firebird In 2007, Fairmont is a high school for approximately hood obesity project, “Time to Be a Healthy Me” in the Tech Prep 2,600 different individuals with varying backgrounds Showcase 2007. Their team won at the state level and will compete and ethnicities. When asked to list the top three quali- at Nationals in May 2007. Marketing students volunteered at Flyin’ Famous ties of Fairmont, student diversity bubbled to the sur- to the Hoops, a local basketball tournament sponsored by Sports Firebirds face. Entering as a Freshman from a smaller school to Image. While at the tournament, the students were able to network a high school of Fairmont’s proportion, can be over- with ESPN, college recruiters and HBO, who was there filming a docu- whelming. Yet, there is a place for everyone. Stu- mentary, giving the students an inside edge on future jobs and pro- Firebird dents feel a sense of acceptance because there all fessions. Teachers kinds of people - anyone can find a group with whom to “hang” out. Most recently, Fairmont has incorporated a certified engineering program, one of only 11 programs in the state. (see the Engineering “The school has so many groups, you can fit in some- Program page under Fairmont Specialties) where.” Brittany “I like the opportunity that Fairmont gives us to get head starts at “All the races get along.” Jenikwa jobs.” Lauren

Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Academics Next Steps LifeWelcome As Ato Firebird the Fairmont Firebird Family #1 Helpful, Interactive Teachers The number one reason to have Firebird pride noted by students in a recent survey was the relationship many had with #2 Strong Education and Academics their teachers. They are not only good at instructing, the Life As A As a School of Excellence, Kettering Fairmont has been recognized for its teachers care and push the students to do well. Words such Firebird strong academic program as witnessed by the facts 30% of the students are as “awesome”, “cool”, “interactive”, “caring”, “involved”, enrolled in a gifted program and 2006 students took AP exams in the follow- “intelligent” were used to describe Fairmont instructors. The ing areas: teachers enjoy what they do as evidenced by the fact the Famous Spanish language teacher, Amy Dunaway-Haney, received Firebirds •Calculus BC & AB •Chemistry •English Language & Composition national recognition by being awarded the 2006 Disney Teacher Award. •Latin: Catullus Horace •Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism •Physics C: Mechanics Firebird “Having great and exciting teachers who are open and share Teachers •Spanish Language •Statistics •U.S. History their experiences/life with us so we can relate with them bet- ter which makes it easier to learn.” Ben Ninety-five percent of the teachers are fully certified allowing the school to offer advanced studies such as the advanced Math block program offering “The teachers push you to do well.” Kyree college credit. This program prepares Firebird seniors to take the AP test, while offering a University of Dayton college credited Calculus 3 class at Fair- “Teachers are caring and involved with helping students in mont senior year. class and after school to assure the student’s success.” Ben

“I know the courses I am taking are helpful for my college/career choice and I can’t wait to put that into action.” Jenna

“I will graduate with the best education at one of the best schools in Ohio.” Jenikwa Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Academics Next Steps FamousWelcome Firebirds to the Fairmont Firebird Family

Life As A Rob Dyrdek (1992) (professional Firebird skateboarder) – Rob earned his title as a professional skateboarder in 1991 at the age of 16. Nancy Cartwright (1976) (actress) He currently skates for DC Shoes, – Although she has acted in movies Firebird Alien Workshop, Skateboards, Sil- such as the Twilight Zone: The Teachers ver Trucks and Reflex Bearings. Movie, Godzilla and the TV movie Drydek, who lives in Hollywood, Marian Rose White, Nancy is best also has a line of skateboarding- known and most famous for provid- related products, including a ing the voice of Bart Simpson; she skateboarding/athletic shoe. also provides the voices of Nelson Muntz, Ralph Wiggum, Todd Flanders and Kearney, as well as Maggie Famous Firebirds Simpson's squeaks and giggles, on the animated Next Page television show The Simpsons. A graduate of Fairmont High School, Cartwright attended Ohio University before transferring to UCLA where she earned a degree in theatre. Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Academics Next Steps FamousWelcome Firebirds to the Fairmont Firebird Family

Tony Hall (1960) (politician) – Life As A After working in the Peace Firebird Corps and teaching English in Thailand, Tony Hall started his 20+ year political career in 1969. Hall served in Congress Gary Sandy (1964) (actor) - Firebird for 24 years, longer than any Widely beloved by television Teachers previous U.S. representative viewers for his memorable representing Dayton’s district. stint on the popular late- Tony Hall’s primary focus is on '70s sitcom WKRP in Cincin- hunger. In 2002, he was nominated by George nati, longtime actor Gary W. Bush as the U.S. ambassador to the U.N. Sandy has had a rich career Agencies for Food and Agriculture. both before and after the show that found him nationwide fame. From stage to screen and virtually everything in between, Sandy proved equally adept at comedy, drama, and even Famous Firebirds musicals Next Page Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Academics Next Steps FamousWelcome Firebirds to the Fairmont Firebird Family

Sherri Saum (actress) Sherri M. Saum (born Life As A on October 1 1974 in Firebird Dayton, Ohio) is an American Daytime Emmy nominated actress. Her Firebird first major role in a Teachers TV series, was in the soap opera Sunset Beach (1997-1998). Ben Magnuson (2001) (actor) - Later she starred in another soap One Fresh out of Cincinnati’s Col- Life to Live, from 2001 to 2003, as lege-Conservatory of Music, this Keri Reynolds. She also appeared on musical theater major landed the Girlfriends for one episode. role of Anthony in the 2005 pro- duction of Stephen Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd, where he was also asked to play the cello. Famous Firebirds Next Page Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Academics Next Steps FamousWelcome Firebirds to the Fairmont Firebird Family

Kim Richey (1975) Country/ Western singer/songwriter - In high school, she started play- Ron Rose (1962) (World Poker ing guitar but didn't rack up Champion) - Prior to getting Life As A much stage time until in col- involved in the poker tourna- Firebird lege. That was when she started ment circuit, Rose was a a band and sang a lot of har- mathematician and project mony. After college, she did a engineer in the Air Force. lot of moving, to and through Later he became an entrepre- Firebird Colorado, Washington, South Teachers neur who started and sold two America, Boston, Europe, and occasionally Nash- computer companies and an ville. Serving a stint as a cook at the Bluebird internet company. He also Café didn't do much harm to pull her into the held a seat on the New York singer/songwriter fold. In 1988, Richey planted Stock Exchange and owned his own commodi- her roots in Nashville to really test that fold ties firm. Rose (who has been playing and hone her own songwriting craft. She built a poker since the age of 6,) first finished reputation as a singer who could interpret a in the money of a World Series of Poker lyric and harmonize with the best of them, all (WSOP) event in 2001 in the $1,500 pot the while writing songs with an optimistic mel- limit omaha event. He went on to win a WSOP ancholy quality that is unusual and alluring. bracelet in the 2003 seniors' no limit Before too long, Richey was signed to PolyGram hold'em event, defeating a field of 377 op- Records, releasing her eponymous debut in 1995. ponents to take home the $130,060 first prize. Famous Firebirds Next Page Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Academics Next Steps FirebirdWelcome toTeachers the Fairmont Firebird Family

“I’m teaching at Fairmont because I went to school here (Fairmont West), and I couldn’t think of a place I’d rather teach. The staff at Fairmont is one of the best you’ll find Life As A anywhere. I love teaching here because we have a top- Firebird “I think Fairmont is a great place to work be- notch English program and English teachers; we have stu- cause we have exceptional teachers. They dents, who, for the most part, come to school to learn; and are dedicated and work hard to bring their we have a community that supports our schools. It’s a great best to kids. I am constantly learning new Famous place for kids because we have extra-curricular activities to Firebirds things from my colleagues and they never appeal to diverse types; we have excellent art and music stop trying to make Fairmont a positive place programs; we have high level classes for those students up to be. I also love the diversity of our school. to the challenge; we have a great facility; and we have a Everyone at Fairmont has a place. staff willing to put in the extra hours to try to meet the

needs of our students.” Penni Meyer I’m proud to be a Kettering teacher because the schools are so embraced by the community. I teach science and have the resources and facilities I need to teach with a strong emphasis on lab activities. My students can Firebird Teachers do really cool things in lab because we have Next page the materials to do just that.” Pat Fife Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Athletics Contact Us Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Academics Next Steps FirebirdWelcome toTeachers the Fairmont Firebird Family

“I graduated from Fairmont East in 1967 (sounds like a long time ago). I enjoyed high school, it was a great place. I had very good teachers that were positive, caring, and seemed to enjoy Life As A the things they were doing. I loved it so much I wanted to come Firebird back. When I got out of school I was lucky enough to get a job at East. I have been here for 35 years and still enjoy it. We have a “I wanted to teach at Fairmont because I great staff and administration. The staff is just what I saw as a wanted to contribute to the great reputation Famous student. The staff is caring, positive, and enjoys being here. The the school has in this area. I love teaching at Firebirds people I work with help make this place. We are willing to help Fairmont because it provides so many oppor- one another. People here are great at sharing their good ideas. tunities for students. Everyday, I learn some- The staff cares about kids and one another. We have many good thing new about the school and what it has to students and working with them trying to get them to work to offer and I am amazed. I tell my students their potential is a challenge. Staff members at the high school everyday how lucky they are to have so many are professional and are seeking ways to get kids to reach that choices, not just with classes but with extra- potential. I think this is a great place because the staff keeps curricular activities. Because of this, Fair- working with kids even when it is difficult. You never know when mont provides a strong foundation to prepare you will do something that will result in a turn around for a stu- students to become life-long learners and to dent. Most people here like being here and are supportive of one be successful in their futures.” another.” Chris Griggs Amanda Tuttamore Where Do You Kettering Fairmont High School Welcome Academics Athletics Want To Go? Fairmont Specialties Life As A Firebird NextWelcome Steps to the Fairmont Firebird Family Nancy Willis is the current registrar for Fairmont High School. Contact her at 937-499-1610 or [email protected].

Current Kettering School District Students Parochial School Students Students New to the Area

Current Kettering students already have their Parochial or private school students must Contact the registrar at the above phone required records in the system which are for- provide school records to the registrar for number or e-mail address. warded to the next level of school that they are enrollment. Kettering resident parochial stu- enrolling in. dents will get first choice of classes before outside parochial or private students. These Kettering students are automatically assigned a students then meet with their counselors to high school guidance counselor. Their middle set up their schedules and assigned their school will post guidance counselor assignments. unit. There are 8 counselors in the Fairmont During 8th grade, students meet with their guid- school system. ance counselors to schedule classes, obtain their locker assignments and meet their unit princi- pals. MISSION STATEMENT The mission of Fairmont High School, in partnership with In April the eighth grade students receive an family and community, is to provide an environment in Orientation letter inviting them to attend with which all students are encouraged and guided: their parents an Orientation session at the high

school where they can tour the school and learn To develop their individual talents. about their new surroundings. To graduate with skills to attain a career goal. Spring Enrollment Welcome Orientation Instructions Letter To become contributing citizens.