Fairbanks Local Schools is a school community that takes deep pride in tradition and excellence while evolving to meet the ever-changing needs of the world. Students, parents, staff, and residents are passionate about our schools. We are all invested in the success of every student both in the classroom and how they connect with the school community. Community... READ MORE >
All Fairbanks Local School Buildings and the Board of Education Office will be closed the morning of August 12th to allow the entire staff to be present for the staff Convocation. This event is the kick-off to the new school year for our staff members. The buildings and offices will reopen at 11:00 a.m.We appreciate the community's understanding of the need to... READ MORE >
We are excited to welcome our students, families, staff, and community members back to our schools over the next several weeks. Please continue to check the websites for school specific information. Below are important dates for each school. Fairbanks Elementary SchoolBack to School Night: Monday, August 12 from 5 pm - 7 pmKindergarten Orientation: Monday, August... READ MORE >
It's a busy weekend for the Fairbanks community! Please consider supporting one or all of the events happening this weekend. Annual Military Salute (click link for event flyer) When: Friday, April 12, 2019 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Doors open at 5:30 p.m.) Where: The Armory located at 200 Coleman's Crossing Blvd., Marysville, OH 43040 What: A special tribute to... READ MORE >
Attention all parents: On Monday, March 18, 2019, your son(s)/daughter(s) will come home with mostly electronic “blizzard bag” assignments to make up our last calamity day, February 20, 2019. As you know, we have missed seven days of school this year. As you also know, Ohio has been in a period of “high stakes” testing since the 1990-91 school year when the “9th... READ MORE >
Dear Fairbanks Parents/Guardians and Community, Recently school administration met with other Union County personnel and took part in a discussion of the rise in use of e-cigarettes. According to the Center of Disease Control and Prevention, Office of Smoking and Health, e-cigarettes (vaping, Juuling, e-cigs, water pipes, vape pens) are now the most commonly used... READ MORE >
The Fairbanks Local School District’s Board of Education acted last night at a special board meeting to employ Adham Schirg as Superintendent of Fairbanks Local Schools, effective August 1, 2019. Mr. Schirg, who was awarded a three-year contract, is currently Principal of the Worthington Academy and Phoenix Middle School in Worthington City Schools located in... READ MORE >
As of February 1, 2019, Fairbanks Local Schools has used 6 calamity days. The district will now be in session on Friday, February 15, 2019 as a make-up day. READ MORE >
PRESS RELEASE FOR JANUARY 31, 2019 The Fairbanks Board of Education has been conducting a superintendent search since September 2018. The Board received the assistance in the process from K-12 Business Consulting, Inc. – a superintendent search firm in Ohio made up of former superintendents and treasurers from across the state. After developing a... READ MORE >
Please see this document pertaining to the bid process for an upcoming renovation of our Life Skills Lab. READ MORE >
To: The Fairbanks Family From: David F. Baits, Superintendent Date: October 29, 2018 Re: Playoff Football and 1:00 p.m. Early Dismissal on Friday, November 2nd After defeating Mechanicsburg last weekend, our Panthers varsity football team will be playing the Ft. Frye Cadets in Beverly, Ohio Friday evening November 2nd. Kick-off is at 7:00 p.m. (EDT).... READ MORE >
The district’s 5-Year “emergency levy” (legal term) is coming up for renewal, and will be placed on the ballot November 6th. This renewal levy will be for the same amount, so there will be no increase. This levy has been in place for many years and currently brings in $1,679,000 (6.6 mills) for district operations, or about 12% of revenues, and is important to... READ MORE >
The Fairbanks Local Schools recently tested samples of our water for copper and lead. The results of these tests can be found here: Elementary School Middle/High SchoolThe district tests water in all buildings throughout the year. Any questions about the water testing can be directed to the Board of Education office at 937-349-3731 ext. 1200, or to James House,... READ MORE >
Good afternoon, Fairbanks Family! As many of you know, Luke Bryan will be holding a concert in the southwest corner of our district on Thursday, September 27, 2018. The district has met with law enforcement officials from both the Madison and Union Counties Sheriff’s Departments to discuss this issue. As a result, we will have a 2-hour early dismissal that day,... READ MORE >
The Board of Education is utilizing the services of K-12 Business Consulting, Inc. to assist the district in finding our next superintendent. Dr. David Baits is currently serving as an interim superintendent. As a first step in the search, K-12 Consulting will be building a search profile from information gathered from district employees, parents and community... READ MORE >
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