Last Friday, Mrs.McHugh and Ms.Alexander took all 5th grade students to the Jefferson County Courthouse to close out their final unit in ELA, which was their argumentative unit. The students got to plan and prepare opening statements, arguments, rebuttals, and closing statements on their topic to present to the "surprise judges" (the students' parents) for their trials. Each student got to be a part of the jury panel, the audience, and their own trial. This was such a fun way for students to practice their public speaking skills, as well as the planning that took place to ensure that they were prepared for their trial! What a great way to close out their ELA learning!
See image for Information on 7th and 8th grade Summer Athletic Performance Training Sessions! One session (7:00am) offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Start Thursday, June 5. Go Trojans!
Here is a list of some summer youth sport camp opportunities. Go Trojans!
Below is a link to sign-up to help in the softball and baseball concession stand this summer. Any help would be greatly appreciated!! Go Trojans!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084EAAAD2BA57-summer1#/
The students in Ms. Copeland's science class recently had a competition with who could be the most creative at designing a model of the molecules of matter. These students were the winners and were each gifted a $5 gift certificate to the Dairy Bar. Thanks Emily Harryman for your generous donation to the winners, Kinley Adam, Eli Carlson, and Talia Felt!
On Thursday, many of our 7th graders attended the Build My Future event at SCC in Burlington. They had so many valuable experiences related to hands-on construction.
Thank you, SCC, for hosting our students!
On Saturday night, we were able to celebrate our 8th graders at their annual semi-formal. Congratulations to our 8th graders as they finish their middle school years. We can't wait to see your growth and accomplishments in high school!
Last week, 8th graders were learning about the laws of motion in Science with games like Jenga and even getting a chance to run!
Last week, 7th graders in Mrs. Miller's 7th grade Science class learned about food chains with a string activity connecting one student to another, creating a physical chain!
Congratulations to Fairfield Trojans Boys Golfers , Drew Myers and Archer Kreuter for making the All-Conference golf team.
Fairfield FFA Hosts Ag Day! Check out the newspaper article from the event
https://www.southeastiowaunion.com/news/fairfield-ffa-hosts-ag-day/?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwKSH7hleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHokCpG2CjvpyiWFvMwAWxEjHQb5U4Zk0BanEpuaP-sKYjtBvoZ-lczDKsb7b_aem_TO95aFwoyzK1hn6eLf_ffw/?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=shareArticleButton&utm_campaign=shareArticleButton
Here are more pictures of our 8th graders reading their children's books to our students at Pence and Washington!
Our FMS Bookworms competed in Battle of the Books or BOB last week. The Bookworms answered 100 questions over 10 books which was no easy feat. With over 30 teams competing in the tough 5-8 category, FMS did their best and represented our district well! A big congratulations goes out to these students: Jacob, Nancy, Tristen, Vishal, Avery, & Taryn!
Over the past few weeks, 8th graders have been studying and evaluating children's books for the purpose of creating their very own book.
This week, their projects came to fruition when their teacher, Mr. Drish and our school librarian, Mrs. Miller, took them to Washington and Pence Elementaries to read their finished books to our younger students.
Amazing work to our 8th graders and our teachers for their collaboration!
FMS, this week we are celebrating Mental Health Awareness, including some special dress up days. See the photo for details about each day!
Yesterday, 7th graders in Mrs. Edlin's ELA classes organized research for their essays about disasters. Students are researching all sorts of disasters - man-made, natural, and health.
We are excited to see their finished products!
Stay up to date with our latest building and district updates! Read more here: https://secure.smore.com/n/5k18d. #GoTrojans
Due to weather concerns, Keokuk has decided to CANCEL tonight's (May 2) MS Girls Track meet.
Amazing job to our middle school band members at their final concert of the year on Tuesday! Their growth this year has been incredible. We are lucky to have such great musicians and supportive families there to enjoy the concert!
Special shout out to our band director, Danae Coleman! Mrs. Coleman is a Fairfield graduate and we have been so lucky to welcome her home this year and have her serving our students at FMS.
A special big thanks also to the families who helped get tables and chairs back in place after the concert. Many hands make light work, and it takes a village to keep our school running. We're grateful to everyone who transforms our space in such a short amount of time!
Please join us in honoring Mrs. Graber by walking Chautauqua Park on Saturday, May 10th from 10am - 12pm.
