Building and District Updates

Spring is right around the corner and June will be here before we know it! There is a TON in this update, so please take a few minutes to read through it. Thank you!

In this monthly update you will learn more about the following:

1. Strategic Planning: Next steps with the Middle School
2. ISASP Testing
3. Pre-School/Begindergarten and Kindergarten Registration
4. What's Happening in Our Buildings?
5. Trojan Times: 2nd Edition
6. A look into our Homeschool Assistance Program: March Update
7. Food Service March Update
8. Communication Outlets
9. Superintendent's Message: Continuous Improvement

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We have established a district core team made up of administrators, directors, and additional key staff members who will begin meeting regularly with our design and construction management teams. This group will serve as a central point of coordination to ensure clarity, alignment, and thoughtful decision-making throughout the process.

As the project progresses, we will intentionally bring additional stakeholders into the conversation to gather feedback, strengthen communication, and ensure broad representation across our district. Maintaining transparency and shared ownership will remain a priority every step of the way.

It truly is an exciting time to be a Trojan as we work together to shape the future of our district!

Each April, students in grades 3–11 participate in the Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASP). ISASP is Iowa’s annual assessment designed to measure student learning in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science (science is assessed in grades 5, 8, and 10).

These assessments align to the Iowa Department of Education Iowa Academic Standards and provide valuable information about how well students are mastering grade-level expectations. Results help guide instructional decisions, support continuous improvement efforts, and identify areas of strength and growth at the student, classroom, building, and district levels. While ISASP is just one measure of student learning, it plays an important role in helping us ensure every student is progressing and receiving the support they need.

Building-level details, including testing schedules and logistics, will be shared in the coming weeks

Online Registration is Open for 2026-27 Kindergarten, Begindergarten, and Preschool

Kindergarten/Begindergarten Roundup: March 26, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Preschool Open House: April 24, 10:00 - Noon

Find details and the link to enroll here

Please log in to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal to review and pay any outstanding fees. Email portal@fairfieldsfuture.org if you need assistance logging in.

If your student qualifies for free meals, book fees will be waived, provided we have a completed waiver on file for the applicable school year. If your student qualifies for reduced-price meals, book fees will be reduced, provided we have a completed waiver on file for the applicable school year. You can find the waiver form here. Please note that a separate waiver must be submitted for each school year. Send completed forms to stephanie.hawkins@fairfieldsfuture.org or drop them off at the ACT Office.

Each month we will link the building level newsletter on the district wide communication. As feedback comes in, we will make adjustments as needed. Thanks!

The second edition of the Trojan Times will be in your mailboxes by the end of the month. Click the link image below to see the digital version. Go Trojans!!

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As we move into March, I want to take a moment to reaffirm something that guides our work each day. This would be our commitment to continuous improvement. We truly believe growth is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are continually reviewing student learning data, reflecting on our instructional practices, strengthening systems, and seeking feedback so we can better serve every student, each and every day.

Continuous improvement means asking hard questions, celebrating progress, learning from challenges, and staying focused on what matters most: ensuring every student feels a sense of belonging and is prepared for success. Thank you for your continued partnership, trust, and support. We are grateful to work alongside you in supporting our students and the Fairfield community.