FJSHS Cardinal Corner

As we enter October, we are filled with gratitude for your ongoing support and partnership. The school year is off to a great start, and we are excited about the learning and growth happening every day. Together, we will continue to ensure that our students thrive academically and personally this fall.

In Cardinal Pride,

Principals Brusky and Schultz

Our first Cardinal Day is Friday, October 11. Please review the linked information regarding the expectations of the day.

The following is some of the basic information:

Learning Expectations / Attendance:

• Learning will take place for every hour students have scheduled

• Each teacher will develop content for students to access on Schoology

• The completion of these learning tasks will reflect the current content being covered in class

• Completion of these learning tasks for each hour are required to be marked “present” for each hour

• Students are free to work from home remotely or come to the building to access the internet if needed

TIME IS RUNNING OUT TO SUBMIT YOUR PROJECT (October 7th)

With the leaves changing color and the days getting a little shorter, we will soon be preparing for the winter. While you look at your list of chores, consider having one of our advisory groups out to help you out on October 25th. Students in the past have help with a wide range of chores for homes and businesses and we are still in need of projects to help provide this experience for all of our students.

If you or a business you represent have a need for some extra helping hands this fall, please consider filling out an application for a service project. The application can be found on the school’s website at www. Fairmont.k12.mn.us, click on Menu at the top of the page, click on Documents and select “Service Project Application 2024.” Applications can also be found on the district's Facebook page and paper copies are located at the Fairmont Jr. Sr. High School office.

All applications are due by Monday Oct. 7th. Please contact Principal Brusky if you have any questions about the service project day by emailing him at cbrusky@fairmont.k12.mn.us or by calling the office at (507)238-4411. We are thankful for all the support the community has provided the school in the past. We hope our “Cardinals Give Back Day” provides you with the same pride in your local schools and serves as a model of the positive things we are able to accomplish when we work together.

On November 11th, Fairmont Jr./Sr. High will be hosting a Veteran's Day Program in the Performing Arts Center. This program starts at approximately 2:10pm and is open to any Veterans who would like to attend. The program consists of student performances, guest speakers and recognition of the service of our veterans. We would be honored and privileged to have veterans from our local community join us. A special thank you to Steve Fosness, Commander of the American Legion post 36 for his help is planning this event!

Thank you to everyone who has shared the positive impact our staff members have had on your children. When sharing these with our staff members, there is are a lot of emotions that come up. One of the most common is surprised. Staff are working hard every day making a difference and that positive impact is not always communication. When it finally is, staff are surprised on how some of the smallest gestures can have the biggest effect. Please continue to share your perspectives on how our staff is making a difference in the lives of our future leaders.

Again, please consider recognizing one of our staff members whenever you hear the impact they have had on your student by completing the Staff Recognition Form.

We are coming down the stretch for Fall Activities. We had over 420 student athletes out for a Fall activity, and I am really proud of how everyone has competed this year as well as shown great sportsmanship at games. With that being said, “Finish the Fight” keep competing and growing as your season comes to an end. I would like to thank all the coaches for their dedication to Fairmont Activities. I would also like to thank the parents for their support this fall.

Below is a link to the Multiple Activities for Fairmont for the week of October 7th

Click here for the latest schedule

Wednesday, October 16, 2024, is Unity Day, the signature event of National Bullying Prevention Month. Unity Day is a day when we can come together to send a visible message of building COMMUNITY through kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Please encourage your child to wear orange to promote inclusion on this day!

As the first weeks of school are coming to an end, we have noticed many students are arriving late to class.

Why is it important to be on time to school?

1. When students are late to class, they miss valuable instruction time and directions for assignments.
2. When students arrive on time to school, they have more time to get settled in and prepared for the day to start.
3. Tardiness causes students to feel a disconnect from school, which can lead to behavior issues and discipline referrals.
4. Tardiness impacts other students in the classroom because teachers need to take additional time to help students who come in late to catch up.
5. Arriving at school on time establishes a positive life long habit which will benefit the student when he or she has a job.

What can be done to make sure students arrive at school on time?

1. Know what time the school day starts.

• Elementary students must be in their classroom by 8:00 a.m.
• High School students must be in their first class by 8:10 a.m.

2. Set a consistent bedtime routine and make sure to get plenty of sleep. Check to make sure your alarm clock is set and working each night.

3. Set a consistent morning routine. Make sure you allow plenty of time to get ready for school to avoid being rushed.

4. Make sure that supplies needed for the school day (clothes, backpack, winter gear, etc.) are set out the night before. This eliminates the rush to locate items in the morning.

5. Develop a back-up plan to use in the event that your normal ride to school is not available (i.e. miss the bus, car will not start, etc).

Consistent school attendance is a lifelong habit that we want all students to develop early! Attend Today…Achieve Tomorrow!

• October is College Knowledge Month!

• Here is a link to the flyer with the calendar of events:

• 2024 College Knowledge Flyer

• Here is a link to Minnesota Colleges offering free applications:

• FY25 Free Application Opportunities.pdf

• MEA is a great time to visit colleges. If you have questions or need help arranging visits, please reach out to Mrs. Schwieger.

• Here is a link to a document of College Open House Events organized by Educational Talent Search (ETS):

• College Open House 2024-2025

• Seniors: Here are a couple documents to help guide your post-secondary planning process:

• Senior Resources (Live)

• Timetable Senior Year Class of 2025 (Live)

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Use the See Something, Say Something form to report Bullying, Discrimination, Threats or other Concerns that are associated with Fairmont Jr./Sr. High School.

SEE, SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING Form.