Happy Monday, FMS Families!
As we near the end of the trimester on November 13, just a couple of reminders:
1. All late work is due November 6 to allow us with time to finalize grades.
2. Grades will be posted by the end of the following week.
3. New schedules for 6th-8th graders will begin Tuesday, November 17. Please let us know if there are any concerns with your child's schedule!
Thank you, as always, for your ongoing partnership this school year!
Mrs. Marten
Fact #20 — The General Election is tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Poll hours are 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
Fact #19 — The district states that an approved bond referendum would not increase FCSD levy rates.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
Fact #17 — Phase 2 would include new fine arts, gymnasium, and career and technical education spaces.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
Amazing work to our 6th, 7th, and 8th grade band ensembles tonight! It was such a joy to hear the results of your hard work this first trimester of school. Under the instruction of Mr. Jim Edgeton and Mrs. Danae Coleman, the improvements in playing have been tremendous so far.
Special thanks also to our students and families who helped put our commons back together for breakfast in the morning. We are grateful for the support of our community!
Fact #16 — The proposal is designed to allow students to remain on campus during construction.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
If anyone has ordered a state Cross Country shirt please come to the Fairfield High School office and pick it up. We are here 7:30am-3:45pm.
Thank you!
Thank you!
Fact #15 — After the addition is complete, two floors on the east side of FMS are planned for demolition.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
Our 5th graders had their first in-person pen pal meeting last Thursday! Through this program, students are building community connections, strengthening their writing skills, and learning from adults in our community.
A big thank-you to all of our wonderful pen pals for taking the time to connect with our students! We appreciate you!
A big thank-you to all of our wonderful pen pals for taking the time to connect with our students! We appreciate you!
Fact #14 — Students are planned to move into the new Phase 1 addition in fall 2028. If the GO bond passes, Phase 2 should be complete in the fall of 2030.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
Congratulations to Girls Cross Country Runner, Ava Jones, on her qualification to the STATE Cross Country meet!
If anyone is interested in going to the State Cross Country meet the link for the tickets is below.
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h20261021085540855b05d95f51cc24e/checkout
If anyone is interested in going to the State Cross Country meet the link for the tickets is below.
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h20261021085540855b05d95f51cc24e/checkout
FMS Families,
We will have our monthly assembly on Wednesday, October 28. Please check out the attached schedules!
Give us a call in the office if you have any questions. 641-472-5019
Thanks!
Mrs. Marten
Fact #13 — Construction of the new addition on the North side (Phase 1) of the building is planned to begin in 2027.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
❤️🖤 FMS RED RIBBON WEEK! 🖤❤️
📅 October 26–30 - This Week!
Get ready for a fun-filled week of dress-up days at Fairfield Middle School as we celebrate making healthy choices and living drug-free! 🚫
✨ MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
Let's Glow! 💚
Your future is bright! Wear your brightest neon colors!
🧢 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
Hats On! Drugs Gone!
Wear your favorite hat!
❤️ WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28
Red Out!
Let's fill the halls with RED to show our support for Red Ribbon Week!
🏈 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29
Stay in the Game!
Wear your favorite team jersey or team shirt!
🎃 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30
Say BOO to Drugs!
Halloween Costume Day!
No masks, face paint, props, or blow-up costumes.
❤️🖤 Everyone is encouraged to participate! Wear what you have, have fun, and show your Trojan pride!
📅 October 26–30 - This Week!
Get ready for a fun-filled week of dress-up days at Fairfield Middle School as we celebrate making healthy choices and living drug-free! 🚫
✨ MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
Let's Glow! 💚
Your future is bright! Wear your brightest neon colors!
🧢 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
Hats On! Drugs Gone!
Wear your favorite hat!
❤️ WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28
Red Out!
Let's fill the halls with RED to show our support for Red Ribbon Week!
🏈 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29
Stay in the Game!
Wear your favorite team jersey or team shirt!
🎃 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30
Say BOO to Drugs!
Halloween Costume Day!
No masks, face paint, props, or blow-up costumes.
❤️🖤 Everyone is encouraged to participate! Wear what you have, have fun, and show your Trojan pride!
Fact #12 — The district has no control over property values. The School Board can only adjust the district’s levy rate.
The 2026 GO Bond will not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
The 2026 GO Bond will not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
Fact #11 — The GO Bond connects directly with Phase 2 of the project.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
Fact #10 — Classrooms are about 150 square feet smaller than modern standards.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
Congratulations to Girls Cross Country Runner, Ava Jones, on her qualification to the STATE Cross Country meet!!
State Cross Country Apparel is being offered. Orders must be placed by Sunday, October 25.
Here is the link to order: https://stores.teamelitesports.com/fairfield_xc/shop/home
Go Trojans!
Fact #9 — Fairfield Middle School is not fully ADA compliant.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
Fact #8 — The original single-pane windows at FMS allow air and water to leak through.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
The 2026 GO Bond will also not increase the levy rate.
Learn more about the 2026 GO Bond at fairfieldcsdbond.org.
