Fairview School Foundation's FHS May students of the month. These students were recognized for the fourth pillar of ROAR, which is Resilience. Congratulations!
Students from the Drama Club had the opportunity to attend the Broadway by the Bay Luncheon and Q&A featuring Broadway stars Ivan Rutherford and Jackie Burns. Students enjoyed a formal lunch buffet while hearing performances from students of Corella Productions and listening to stories and experiences shared by Ivan Rutherford, a longtime Jean Valjean, and Jackie Burns, the longest-running Elphaba on Broadway.
The event also served as a fundraiser supporting the Erie City Mission. Students who attended were provided tickets to see the performers later that evening at the Warner Theater.
Thank you to Mrs. Fox for sponsoring a table and accompanying us for this incredible opportunity!
The event also served as a fundraiser supporting the Erie City Mission. Students who attended were provided tickets to see the performers later that evening at the Warner Theater.
Thank you to Mrs. Fox for sponsoring a table and accompanying us for this incredible opportunity!
21 Students participated in the PJAS State Competition this weekend at Penn State Main in State College this weekend. 17 students scored first place awards in their units and of those 17 two scored perfect scores! Three students earned Perseverance awards for participating in states for at least four years and one student earned The Oerlein Award, a prestigious award presented to select individuals with an outstanding project. Congratulations to all participants!
Congratulations to the following 6th grade gifted students who competed in this year’s Challenge 24 competition at the IU5 in Edinboro on Tuesday, May 19: Lulia Alkadari, James Buzzard, Freddy Cox, and Justice Peng. James and Justice qualified for the semi-finals and finished as one of the bronze medalists competing against other 6th grade students from Erie and Crawford county. Congratulations! We are so proud of you!
What better way to wrap up the final days of the Erie Experience class than by treating yourself at a favorite summer spot, Creamland, and hunting for beach glass along Avonia Beach?
Erie Experience classes returned to Asbury Woods to hike and explore the local nature. The students saw the Grandfather Tree, salamanders, turtles and heard about the changing ecosystems in the area.
Congratulations to Trey Mondy, Rithika Narayanan, and Aadya Kumbham on their outstanding achievements at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science competition held at Penn State University in State College. Trey Mondy earned a first-place award in Behavioral Psychology for his presentation exploring human bias and individuals with disabilities. Rithika Narayanan received a second-place award in Engineering for her innovative project on self-watering plants. Aadya Kumbham also earned a first-place award in Behavioral Psychology for her project examining the relationship between age, maturity, and behavior. Their hard work, creativity, and dedication to scientific research made them exceptional representatives of our school and community!
Freshmen in American Studies 9 explored the Cold War and read a short story to better understand life growing up communist. “Breaking Stalin’s Nose” revealed the life of young Sasha as he navigates Soviet life under Stalin. Students also engaged in an interactive online “NUKE IT” simulation that allowed them to witness the impact of atomic bombs.
Mrs. Flaherty's 8th grade science class recently finished up their chemistry unit. Students studied the structure of the atom, tendencies of the periodic table, changes in matter, and types of chemical reactions. Students all worked very hard and did a great job on their labs, including our flame test lab where students observed various known and unknown metals under the bunsen burners. Way to go 8th graders!
A special thank you to the Fairview Foundation for sponsoring the Erie Experience field trip to the Seawolves' game! It was a HOWL of a good time!
It was a busy week in the FMS Music program. On Wednesday, May 13th the FMS Choir performed “The Star Spangled Banner” at the Erie SeaWolves’ Education Day game. Then on Thursday the FMS Bands performed their Spring Concert, celebrating music in America. The 5/6 and 7/8 Bands performed a variety of pieces written by American composers, connected to America in some way. Don’t miss the FMS Choir in their concert on May 29th at 6:00 pm as part of the Celebrate FMS event.
Do you believe in Urban Legends? The Erie Experience classes visited local spots to explore Axe Murder Hollow, the Gudgeonville Bridge and other haunted spots in the area that have long held onto urban legends.
🧬 Crime Scene Investigators Brayden Wagner and Kai Cook put their forensic science skills to work using gel electrophoresis to investigate whether J.M. may have been wrongfully convicted. Special thanks to the Fairview School Foundation for providing the gel electrophoresis equipment and micropipettes that make these hands-on learning experiences possible!
Gannon University and the Hagen History Center welcomed the Erie Experience classes this week to tour the Strong Mansion. The students learned about how the home was a wedding gift from William L. Scott to his daughter, Anne, and how the home eventually was purchased by Bishop Gannon to begin Gannon University.
Erie Experience students visited the Erie Cemetery. They viewed the Scott Mausoleum, the "Vampire Crypt," the witches' circle and many other notable stops along the tour. Special thanks to Betsy MacKrell for serving as our tour guide.
Erie Experience classes visited the Fairview Cemetery and Alms House Cemetery this week. The students learned about the famous people buried in the Fairview Cemetery and learned about the sad, past history of "Paupers' Field."
A special thank you to Fairview alum, Brian Gorman, for hosting our Erie Experience classes this week. The class received a tour of the park as well as a ride on the Ravine Flyer II and a walk through Pirates' Cove. The day was capped off with a lunch at Sara's
Aaron Darold was nominated for Northwest PA C.L.A.S.S. Act Emerging Leader by Dr. Luke Beall.
Crochet, Fashion, and Design Clubs had an amazing hands-on visit from the owner of Hanks Yarn Supply Co.—right here in Erie!
Students explored where yarn comes from, how it’s dyed, and discovered why it’s so much more than just string. They even went home with fun goody bags (featuring red yarn, of course and other surprises!
Huge thank you to Hanks for sharing their time, knowledge, and creativity with our students!
Students explored where yarn comes from, how it’s dyed, and discovered why it’s so much more than just string. They even went home with fun goody bags (featuring red yarn, of course and other surprises!
Huge thank you to Hanks for sharing their time, knowledge, and creativity with our students!
The Pre-Law and 9/11 classes recently toured the Mercyhurst University Intelligence Studies Department. The students completed a hands-on activity where they got to "work for the US Agencies" and visited the state of the art CIRAT lab.
