THE VIEW
FAIRVIEW INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL NEWSLETTER
SEPTEMBER 2025 EDITION
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Hello Fairview Families!
We’re shaking things up this month—and I’m excited to be stepping in for Dr. Granger to bring you this edition of our newsletter. So let’s call it what it is: The Assistant Principal’s Message! 😊
Can you believe fall is already here? The evenings are getting cooler, the leaves are starting to crunch underfoot, and September flew by in a flash. But wow, what a month it was! Fairview was buzzing with energy and excitement. Here’s a quick look at what we packed into those few weeks:
- We had the pleasure of hosting Mr. Gay
- Families joined us for a wonderful Family Success Night
- Our sixth graders shared their voices during Colt Conversations
- Back to School Nights brought us all together
- The Trading Post opened for the first time this year
- Picture Day had everyone looking their best 📸
- Girls on the Run hit the ground running 🏃♀️
- And we wrapped it all up with our first Skate Night—so much fun!
Now October is rolling in, and it’s bringing even more excitement! Here’s what’s coming up:
- Anti-Bullying programming from the PA Attorney General’s Office
- Our annual Fun Run (get those sneakers ready!)
- More Trading Post dates—keep earning those tickets!
- A Tissue Toss event (yes, it’s as fun as it sounds!)
- A visit from the amazing West Shore Marching Band 🎶
- And our fifth graders will begin the Catch My Breath anti-vaping program
We’re so proud of our students and grateful for the support of our families. Thanks for being part of the Fairview community—we couldn’t do it without you!
Wishing you a joyful and colorful October,
Dr. Guistwhite
Assistant Principal
We are excited to offer opportunities for collaboration and involvement. Through our FVIS PTO, you have avenues to be informed and contribute. We encourage you to attend our PTO MEETINGS and join our PTO Facebook page. This page lets you stay updated on upcoming events and see pictures of our new school. We are committed to making this a positive transitional experience, ensuring that every step of the way, you feel reassured and confident in our ability to make Fairview Intermediate School a great place for students to learn and grow.
In addition, each day at Fairview, we are excited to celebrate our Colt CODE to Success! Our CODE stands for Caring, Ownership, Dedication, and Engagement! These traits will anchor our PBIS framework and outline how we teach, encourage, support, and celebrate our students' learning, growth, and development!
If you have any questions or would like to chat, you can reach us at bgranger@wssd.k12.pa.us, kguistwhite@wssd.k12.pa.us, or call the main office at 717-774-2970.
Sincerely,
Kelly Guistwhite, Ed.D.
Assistant Principal
717-774-2970
FVIS STUDENT COUNCIL SPIRIT WEEK
Please join us for our second FVIS Student Council Spirit Week!
FAIRVIEW READING CHALLENGE
A Message from Mrs. Bingaman about the Fairview Reading Challenge
FVIS SKATE NIGHT
We are excited for our second skate night at Fountainblu on Thursday, October 23rd, from 6 to 8.
- 521 Locust Rd, New Cumberland, PA 17070
- Our skate nights at Fountainblu are specifically for Fairview Intermediate School.
- FVIS Administration, some PTO Officers, and FVIS staff will be in attendance to help chaperone.
- Fountainblu will also have their staff in attendance and will supervise this event like they would on a Friday or Saturday open skate.
- Students must exhibit school-appropriate behavior and follow all Fountainblu skate night expectations.
- Students who cannot exhibit school-appropriate behavior or violate Fountainblu rules and expectations will not be permitted to skate, and parents will be called for student pick-up.
- Admission is cash only, Admission is $5.00, Skate Rental is $4.75. Please bring the exact amount to help with others having to wait in line.
- This event is for FVIS students only. Due to our numbers, we are trying to limit the number of extra guests. We ask that siblings not attend and parent attendance be based on need. If enough parents stay, parking will likely be an issue.
- Proceeds to benefit FVIS activities.
We look forward to seeing everyone!
PICTURE DAY
The first round of pictures have been taken! See below for retake and Spring picture information.
Mon Nov 3 2025 Fall picture Re-take day
- 8:25am – 12pm
Tue Mar 3 2026 Spring Picture Day & Group Picture
- 8:25 am – 2pm
FVIS PTO
The second FVIS PTO meeting is Wednesday, October 15th! 6:00 pm in the Learning Commons
Meetings are a great place to meet other families, get involved and hear from school staff what is happening at Fairview. We are excited for the fun to come this year!!
EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Find the agenda on the PTO website: https://linktr.ee/fvis_pto
Join the PTO this year to support our students and staff, have a voice in budget decisions, and enjoy an exclusive discount on some AWESOME school spirit wear! Join the 2025/2026 PTO here: https://tinyurl.com/25-26FVISPTOMember
Fairview Intermediate School PTO
Website: https://linktr.ee/fvis_pto
Join our private Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/fvispto
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fvispto
PTO FALL FUN RUN
Look What's Happening at the View!
Tues Oct 7, 2025
"The Power of One" Anti-Bullying presentations by the PA Attorney General's Office
Wed Oct 8, 2025
4 pm PTO Chipotle Fundraiser
Thur Oct 9, 2025
FUN RUN!
Fri Oct 10, 2025
Remote Learning Day
Mon Oct 13 2025
No School
Tues Oct 14, 2025
Trading Post
Fri Oct 17, 2025
Tissue Toss
WSMB performances
Oct 20-24, 2025
Spirit Week
Tue Oct 21, 2025
- 6:00 pm PTO Meeting-Fairview Learning Commons or Teams Meeting
- https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YzhmZmQxMTUtMDNmYy00ZjI3LWE3ZjctZjNmMzdkYTcyZDkx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22bbc488e6-6670-40f6-8820-5fca2ff9f987%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d1d62655-afaf-4f7b-b7ef-7aaaee438dc7%22%7d
- Meeting ID: 288 484 541 600
Passcode: Qb7K7fE7
Thurs Oct 23, 2025
- 6:00 pm Skate Night at Fountainblu
Oct 27-31 2025
- Book Fair
Tues Oct 28, 2025
- Fall Parent Teacher Conference Night
Mon Nov 3, 3025
- Picture Re-take Day
Wed Nov 5, 2025
- Trading Post
WSSD QUICK LINKS
- Annual Notices - Numerous federal laws require school districts to provide students, parents, and/or the public with notices.
Care Solace - Care Solace assists individuals find mental health care providers and substance use treatment centers. Their services may be accessed by students, staff and their families at no cost to you, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year, and in 200+ languages. To utilize Care Solace, call 1-888-515-0595 or visit www.caresolace.com/westshore.
- Employment Opportunities - We have a variety of open positions perfect for parents, grandparents, and other caregivers interested in working a schedule similar to our students.
- Transportation Exception Request - May be used to request a bus stop different from the assigned stop associated with the child’s residence provided the alternative stop is in the same school attendance area as the child’s school.
- Free and Reduced Price Meal Application Information - Families who may qualify are encouraged to apply for free or low cost meals this school year.
- Electronic Absence Submission - If your child will not be in school for the day due to illness or doctor/dentist appointment, you can submit their absence electronically through PowerSchool.
- Volunteer Clearance Policy & Procedures - Adults wishing to volunteer in our schools are required to complete the Volunteer Application Process before being approved to do so.
- Technology Help Center - Contains videos, resources, FAQs, and guides on using Seesaw, Schoology, PowerSchool, iPads, Chromebooks, and more.
Damage, Loss, Theft of District Technology Devices and Chargers - Information related to device expectations and repair costs.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: bgranger@wssd.k12.pa.us
Website: https://www.wssd.k12.pa.us/fairviewintermediateschool.aspx
Location: 480 Lewisberry Road, New Cumberland, PA 17070