More Fairmont students choose to graduate early
February 2, 2012 • Nikki Kelley, Features Editor
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Once seniors finish the first half of the school year, the eagerness to graduate starts to arise. Some get so anxious that they even count down the days until graduation. For a few, though, this countdown doesn’t have to be as long. If students are willing to meet the graduation requirements early... Read more »
Private hearings continue regarding Togliatti’s contract
January 9, 2012 • Kevin O'Donnell, Editor-in-Chief
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The third and fourth private hearings on the possible termination of Fairmont English teacher Michael Togliatti’s contract are scheduled this week at the Kettering Board Office in the Barnes Building on Far Hills Avenue. One hearing will take place at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 10, and another is... Read more »
Wayne Taylor remembered for his art … and his heart
December 28, 2011 • Madison Wray, Staff Writer
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When students pass through the Fairmont Music Department, many notice the realistic black-and-white paintings on the walls, but do they know the artist behind the paintings? They might notice the name scrawled at the bottom of each one: Wayne Taylor. Taylor died Nov. 11, 2011, at the age of 61 after... Read more »
‘On-time’ graduate calculation negatively impacts district
December 9, 2011 • Gabrielle West, Staff Writer
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Years ago, you could drop out of Fairmont High School, go to the neighboring city of Moraine and work at the General Motors plant. Without any formal training or even a high school diploma, you could get a job, support a family and have a steady life. Times have changed, though, and so has the level... Read more »
New law targets unhealthy foods on school campuses
December 1, 2011 • Madison Wray, Staff Writer
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Say goodbye to junk food and hello to nutrition. Junk foods around school campuses will be practically eliminated in Ohio due to Senate Bill 210, which went into effect on July 1, 2011. This new state law affects most food-related aspects on school campuses, including vending machines, extracurricular... Read more »
Students begin friendly competition to help area families
November 14, 2011 • Christopher Muratore, Staff Writer
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Every year during the week before Thanksgiving, Fairmont High School advisories have the opportunity make the holidays a little brighter for struggling area families. The Food Drive takes center stage, especially in these difficult economic times. Advisory students began the first round of donations... Read more »
When the campaign noise dies down, the voters will speak
October 28, 2011 • Zach Jarrell, Staff Writer
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It’s voting time again and a whole heap of issues and candidates will confront Kettering voters on Nov. 8. From a local bar wanting an alcohol license all the way to State Constitution amendments, this Election Day will provide voters with a chance to make their voices heard regarding a number of important... Read more »
Fairmont’s Spirit Chain win is a victory for charities, too
October 19, 2011 • Emily Pacenta, Staff Writer
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Since 1985, the annual Fairmont/Centerville football game has meant more than just a football game – it has meant Spirit Chain, too. Through the collaborative efforts of both Fairmont and Centerville high schools, about $1.4 million has been given to charity. Of course, much like the football game,... Read more »
Technology could spell the end of cursive writing
October 17, 2011 • Dayna Pittman, Staff Writer
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For decades, students learned cursive writing in second grade and were expected to write that way for years to come. In the era of computers, however, those loops and swirls are rapidly disappearing as more and more people abandon them for typing or even printing. Now the state of Ohio is making news... Read more »
Fairmont sets goal to collect 200 pints in Blood Drive
October 7, 2011 • Benjamin Morgan, Staff Writer
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If you think one person can’t make a difference, think again … and then think about signing up to donate at Fairmont’s annual Blood Drive on Oct. 21 at Trent Arena. “Statistics show that every pint of blood can potentially save about three lives, and only three teaspoons of blood can save a baby’s... Read more »
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