‘Aerie’ literary magazines go on sale
Written by Nikki Kelley · May 7, 2012
Fairmont’s Aerie literary magazine has begun selling copies of its 2012 issue. This year, the magazine’s 88-page spread contains art, prose and poetry from 48 students and teachers who submitted their work. The magazine also contains numerous works from anonymous submitters. Issues... (more...)
Runyon blends passion for teaching with service to country
Written by Nikki Kelley · April 12, 2012
Inevitably, being a high school teacher and instructing teenagers every day can sometimes be pain. But being a high school physics teacher, a husband, a father and, on top of all that, a member of the Navy Reserve can be even more overwhelming. Fairmont physics teacher Chad Runyon, however,... (more...)
FHS class gives young entrepreneurs a taste of reality
Written by Nikki Kelley · March 12, 2012
Running a business is much harder than it seems. There are responsibilities of hiring employees, deciding what products to sell — and don’t forget about making sure the profits are coming in. Because of all these challenges, teenagers sometimes get the idea that working in certain jobs,... (more...)
Orchestras offer State Contest Concert preview on Feb. 14
Written by Nikki Kelley · February 3, 2012
It’s that time of the year again when musical groups at Fairmont start performing in the state contests. Fairmont’s orchestras will have a preview concert to their State Orchestra Contest Concert on Feb. 14 at 7 p.m. in the FHS auditorium. The concert will include the music being... (more...)
More Fairmont students choose to graduate early
Written by Nikki Kelley · February 2, 2012
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... (more...)
‘Ghost Protocol’ turns out to be the best ‘Mission’ yet
Written by Nikki Kelley · January 26, 2012
From Transformers to Iron Man, action movies have exploded onto the scene in the past few years. Fans of these types of movies usually love the adrenaline rush they receive and the spontaneous moves made by the actors that leave them gripping their seats. Mission: Impossible — Ghost Protocol... (more...)
Great dates don’t have to break the bank
Written by Nikki Kelley · December 16, 2011
Preparation for that special date you’ve been waiting for all week can be tough. You face decisions on what to wear, how to style your hair … and don’t forget about the several choices of perfume. Guys also can get flustered about the several possible combinations of shirts and pants... (more...)
Interpreters help deaf students overcome challenges
Written by Nikki Kelley · November 22, 2011
Just getting through a school day can be pretty chaotic. Teachers are talking, asking questions and giving assignments. Students are debating, discussing and joking around. Videos are blaring, lockers are slamming, and principals are making PA announcements. Sometimes, it would be nice to just... (more...)
Fairmont’s musical groups to hold performances throughout the year
Written by Nikki Kelley · October 3, 2011
It’s that time of year again when Fairmont’s three orchestras will start to hold their yearly concerts. Their first concert is Oct. 10, and the following are concert dates for the rest of the year: Dec. 13, Feb. 14 and May 8. All of the concerts are held in the auditorium at 7 p.m. Also,... (more...)
Students can face many threats to health in September
Written by Nikki Kelley · September 15, 2011
Heading back to school means new supplies and new clothes, but it also means students getting back into the habit of their school schedule. In the three months of summer that students receive off, they tend to develop a new daily schedule for themselves. This can include such things as waking... (more...)
Teens still frequent tanning salons despite known risks
Written by Nikki Kelley · April 18, 2011
Throughout history, humans have gone to great lengths to be attractive as defined by the standards of their time. People gain weight, lose weight, shave, wear uncomfortable shoes or clothes, and spend lots of bucks on makeup and hair care. Some even risk death – or it would seem so, given... (more...)
Alcoholism takes its toll — especially on the children
Written by Nikki Kelley · March 25, 2011
The girl stares out the window as her school bus approaches her home. While other kids on the bus may be thinking about enjoying an after-school snack or playing a video game to unwind, this girl has thoughts that are much more troubling. Is her mom waiting until after dinner to pop the cork... (more...)
Spanish Honor Society elects new members
Written by Nikki Kelley · March 10, 2011
The Spanish Honor Society at Fairmont High School has elected new members to the group. The new sophomore members are Emily Blankenship, Caroline Grogan, Cheyenne Jones, Leslie Mamula and Trevor O’Hara. The new junior members are Sean Cassidy, Jacob Heese, Mary Kate MacLean, Alex Meyer, Kati... (more...)
Chipotle dominates Hot Head Burrito in FHS taste challenge
Written by Nikki Kelley · February 23, 2011
The classic burrito can be found on almost any Mexican restaurant menu. But in the Dayton area, Americans’ taste for burritos has boiled down to a fierce competition between the two leading burrito-based restaurants: Chipotle and Hot Head Burrito. These places are cashing in on a growing... (more...)
Many call romance a key part of the teen experience
Written by Nikki Kelley · January 26, 2011
Many things may change from generation to generation, but the rush that teens get when having a boyfriend or girlfriend is no different today than it was 20 years ago. Many high school students will long recall that first time they hear “I love you” from someone they’re dating. Some adults... (more...)
Facebook popularity soars despite drama, distractions
Written by Nikki Kelley · December 24, 2010
Logging on to Facebook to check your account once a day is one thing, but when Fairmont students are spending the majority of their time on the website and ignoring their main priorities, it can get out of hand. Facebook was created by Mark Zuckerburg in 2004. Originally, it was only supposed... (more...)
Recession, other factors pull FHS teens into political arena
Written by Nikki Kelley · November 19, 2010
Generations of American teens have gone through high school without really taking much notice of the government or politics. Sometimes, however, unsettling circumstances spur young people to get involved in the political process even before they’re old enough to vote. Many Fairmont students... (more...)
Extracurriculars offer advantages for students
Written by Nikki Kelley · October 28, 2010
High school is often a time of self-discovery and finding one’s place in the world. But as many high school students know, fitting in is easier said than done. Fairmont High School offers about 30 clubs, extracurricular opportunities and special classes that give a place for students to discover... (more...)
School scrutinizes attire – from head to fingertips (at least)
Written by Nikki Kelley · September 30, 2010
For years, Fairmont High School has had a dress code, but until lately it has been somewhat loosely enforced, with the exception of the no-hat rule. But that phase of loose enforcement left with the advent of the new school year. Since late August, principals have asked a multitude of girls... (more...)
AFS International Club meets Sept. 15
Written by Nikki Kelley · September 14, 2010
The AFS International Club is starting its year off with a meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 15, right after school in Room 210. At this meeting, new officers will be elected and they will start planning this year’s events. Anyone who attends this meeting will also meet the international... (more...)
Spanish Club prepares for year by selecting officers
Written by Nikki Kelley · September 7, 2010
The Spanish Club has chosen its officers for the 2010-2011 school year. The president is T.J. Klopfstein, the vice presidents are Nicole Johnson and Kate Hoover, the secretary is Jessica Wuensch, the treasurer is Andrea Rollert, the historian is Alex Meyer and the chairpersons are Jacqueline... (more...)