The Weekly Update #11

Fairfield ISD Mourns the Loss of Vicki Stephenson

Thursday was a tough day for the Eagle Family, as we lost a long-time teacher, Vicki Stephenson. Vicki taught at Fairfield Intermediate school until her illness forced an early retirement last year. She courageously battled the dreaded disease with everything she had and showed how much sheer grit and determination can do. Vicki was such a positive person who influenced and inspired so many in the Fairfield ISD schools and community. Please keep the Stephenson and Bachtel families in your thoughts and prayers.

Floral Design Students Create Arrangements for Staff Members

Students in Ms. Ellis' Floral Design class were able to put lots of smiles on staff members' faces last week with arrangements they created in class. They delivered these to staff members who supported the project. They will be doing this four times throughout the school year as they continue to hone their craft of making arrangements.

Veterans Day Ceremony on Tuesday, November 11th

Fairfield High School will host a Veterans Day Ceremony that is open to the entire community on Tuesday, November 11th. The event will be held at the Johnson Activity Center and begin at 8:00 am. If you would like to nominate a local veteran to be recognized at the event, we ask that you sign them up using the link below. We ask the veterans to be there at 7:45 am so they can be seated on the floor.

https://forms.gle/Kk8PLiQ5RQZZsp3g6

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Grand Band Finishes 6th in State Military Marching Contest

The Grand Band made its second consecutive appearance at the State Military Marching Contest on Tuesday at Baylor's McLean Stadium. The band finished 6th overall, just outside of the top five bands that were selected to advance to the finals. While this was a disappointment for the band, it was an improvement over last year and another learning experience to build on for next year. We are very proud of their dedication to excellence and the pride they bring to Fairfield ISD and the Fairfield community.

Lady Eagles Volleyball Team Dominates Bi-District Match

The Lady Eagles Volleyball team flexed their muscles on Thursday night in China Spring by dominated the Academy Lady Bumblebees in 3 sets and setting up a second round rematch with the Grandview Zebras on Tuesday at Robinson High School. During the Bi-district match, both Avery Strait and Blayke Brackens each recorded their 1,000th career kill for the Lady Eagles.

Make the drive to Waco on Tuesday and cheer on the Lady Eagles as they continue their playoff journey in Volleyball. Game will be played at 6:30 at Robinson High School.

Eagle Runners Run at State Cross Country Meet

On Friday morning, Eagle cross country runners, Addison Shipley and John Kuzmich ran in the State Cross Country meet in Round Rock. Addison finished 102nd (out of 151 runners) and John finished 29th, a big improvement from his 59th place finish last year at the state meet. Both runners will have the opportunity to earn another trip next year as will other Eagle runners.

Eagle Athletics

The Eagle Athletic teams continue to have big success on the courts and on the fields.

The High School volleyball teams completed another district championship season for both the varsity and JV maroon.

Football - The Eagles continue their outstanding football season at all levels by big wins at each level against Westwood. The varsity played outstanding football once again on both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball, defeating the Panthers 42-21 and securing the outright district championship in the process. Next week the Eagles will look to finish the season at 10-0 when they host Crockett on Senior Night. On Thursday, the JV team beat Westwood 42-20 to also remain undefeated on the season. The 9th grade team traveled to Mexia and won 52-0.

Junior High Athletics

Once again both the 7th grade and 8th grade volleyball teams won district championships. Now the girls will move on to basketball season. They will play their first basketball game at Westwood on Thursday.

Junior High Football. 8th grade remained undefeated by beating Westwood 40-6. 7th grade lost to Westwood 34-12. Both teams will finish their season next week when they host Crockett on Thursday.