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FMS ANNOUNCEMENTS - 10/13/25
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POWERSCHOOL FORMS: Please remember, if you haven’t already done so, to go into PowerSchool and update your forms for the 25 - 26 school year.
YEARBOOK ART CONTEST: Are you interested in designing the cover for the FMS 2025 - 2026 Yearbook? Entry forms are on the bookcase by the office. The contest runs from September 30 - October 13. Entries need to be turned into the MS office by Monday, October 13, 2025.
PICTURE RETAKES: Retakes will be done on Friday, October 24. If you would like to have your pictures retaken, please bring the original package back on retake day. If you were absent, please be prepared to have your picture taken. Extra picture order forms are on the bookcase by the office.
KONA ICE: Kona Ice will be here Tuesday, October 28, 2025, during lunches. King - $6.00, Klassic - $5.00, Kiddie - $4.00 and PayIt Forward - $4.00. You may prepay until 7:30 AM on Tuesday, October 28 or scan. See FLYER to scan. APP.KONAICEPAY.COM. Use Code: K76X32113095 FLYER
FMS Night @ The Maize: Oct. 16 from 8 - 10 Night at the Maize
POWER OF PEN: Power of the Pen in a competitive creative writing team for seventh and eighth graders only. The tournament provides a unique opportunity for you to meet other creative students from all over Ohio. It also provides opportunities for medallions, trophies, scholarships, and even publication. You can participate without attending the after school meetings if sports practices get in the way, but you would need to find time to write each week. Contact Mrs. Scott by email for more information. sscott@fairbankspanthers.org
If your family is in need of support this holiday season, Care Train of Union County is now accepting applications! Care Train offers food vouchers and toys to families across Union County during the holidays. To receive assistance, you MUST complete the application. Applications must be completed by Nov. 1, 2025. Please follow this link to the application.
Families: As the seasons are changing, we have an opportunity through Project Warmth to provide students with warm clothing including hats, gloves, coats, boots, outerwear, etc. If your student has a need, please reach out to Mrs. Hooper directly and she will help to facilitate getting you those items in a discreet and confidential manner. Thank you so much. alisonhooper@fairbankspanthers.org or 937-349-9000 X 1501
ATTENTION 7TH GRADE PARENTS: Deputy Mitchell will be teaching DARE to the 7th graders. Please see the attached DARE letter. LETTER
CHOIR FOR 7TH & 8TH GRADERS: If you are interested in joining choir, please look at the attached flyer. It will be held during your 9th period FLEX, for 1st semester only. It will begin in September. Any questions, email Ms. Cooper - tcooper@fairbankspanthers.org FLYER
8TH GRADE PARENTS: The eighth grade incentive program involves students earning play money which they can spend on snacks and school supplies. At the end of each quarter they will have the opportunity to attend a silent auction to bid on more expensive items. This incentive program is most successful with parent donations. If you are willing to donate, please see the AMAZON LIST HERE or scan the qr code. Thank you in advance for your support from home!
Athletic News: Stay up to date with district athletic news, games, and other events here: Fairbanks Athletic Page
Fairbanks Broadcast Link:
https://fan.hudl.com/United-States/OH/Milford-Center/organization/19264/Fairbanks-High-School
Team Shop:
https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/ohio/milfordcenter/fairbanks-high-school
Ticket Box Office:
https://fairbankspanthers.hometownticketing.com/embed/all
Website:
https://schools.snap.app/fairbanks - PLEASE CHECK WEBSITE FOR CHANGES
PANTHER PAWLOOZA: Join Us for Panther Pawlooza on November 1. Panther Pawlooza is an adults-only fundraiser that supports all of our Fairbanks high school and middle school student athletes and their uniforms. Each school team receives new uniforms every four years through fundraising efforts by the athletic boosters including the concession stand and Panther Pawlooza. Help us support our student athletes and join us for an evening of fun with a chance to win cash and other prizes! Reserve your tickets today: https://givebutter.com/2025pawlooza
WINTER SPORTS: If you are interested in participating in a winter sport, please fill out the Google Form before October 22nd. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Grey Huston.
GIRLS BASKETBALL OPEN GYMS: Any 7th or 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball please attend the open gyms. They start Thursday October 9th 3-5 pm. And will be ever Tuesday and Thursday until try outs October 24th .
MS Boys Basketball Open Gyms: There will be open gyms for any 7th or 8th Grade boys interested in playing basketball on Tuesday, October 14th, Tuesday, October 21st, and Thursday, October 23rd from 5:00 - 6:30 pm in the Aux Gym (MS GYM). Tryouts will be held on November 3rd and 4th. Please make sure that you have a valid physical on file.
PARENT REMINDER: Please remember, we are no longer using Final Forms district wide. ANY and ALL changes need to be made in PowerSchool. This will need to be completed and signed prior to each school year. Thank you for your cooperation with this. Log-in for the Parent PowerSchool account: https://ps-frbk.metasolutions.net/public/home.html. The information to be reviewed and updated is located under “Forms'' and then “Enrollment.” Complete each form, clicking “submit” to move to the next form. You will go through this process for each student in your account. Families will need to have their PowerSchool account set-up. To view a tutorial, please watch this video: Navigating PowerSchool Forms.
ABSENCE REMINDER: If your child is going to miss for any reason, please call the school @ 937-349-9000, option #1, then option #2. Please call before 9:00 AM. Thank you for your cooperation with this.
NEW ENTRANCE FOR THE MS: The Middle School now has a new entrance, in the front of the building. All parent pick ups and drop offs will be through this entrance between the hours of 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM, ONLY Please use entrance “B”. Drop off and pick up before and after school is still in the back of the building, entrance “C”.
SCHOOL FEES: Fee invoices have been recorded in MSB. If you do not have a MSB(MySchoolBucks) account, please make one. You can either pay fees online through MSB, or send in a check with your child to the office to pay. There is a service fee if you pay online through MSB. If you have any questions regarding fees, please contact the office. Thank you.
ATTENTION PARENTS: When emailing in attendance or transportation change, please use MSO@fairbankspanthers.org This is for MS students only. Thank you.
BUS REMINDER: Just as a friendly reminder, we are not able to offer riding home on the bus w/friends. Students are only permitted to ride their assigned bus. Our buses are crowded and are not able to handle any extra students. Thank you for your cooperation with this.
ITEMS FOR SALE BY FES PTO:
FAIRBANKS TOTE BAGS
RESERVE YOURS TODAY: https://forms.gle/JddW9jR8Eb17HwYi6
Earlier this fall we placed an order for Fairbanks Totes that came in two sizes that you may have seen around campus and events. We are looking into placing a second order and to do so, we need to have a minimum of 50 total bags. PICTURE
We will be offering two sizes, a large 19" L × 9" W × 14" H and medium 15" L × 5" W × 12.5" H. We will also offer both sizes in two colors, red and black.
We will communicate at the end of the reservation signup on 10/22/2025, whether we were able to reach our minimum and if we can place the order. Payment is not needed until we confirm we met our minimum and once confirmed an email with information and the payment link will be sent.
FAIRBANKS BLANKETS
SHOP: https://mydesigns.teamthrows.com/f/fairbanks-team-throw-fundraiser
Every Panther can use a Fairbanks blanket! These are great for the bus or car ride to the next big game, and even at home curled up with the family. These make great gifts for any aged Panther, so snag yours today! PICTURE
• Size: 60x80"
• Two Designs to Choose From!
• Choose Plush or Sherpa
• Delivery is typically only 10 business days
• Machine wash and dry
We will communicate at the end of the reservation signup on 10/22/2025, whether we were able to reach our minimum and if we can place the order. Payment is not needed until we confirm we met our minimum and once confirmed an email with information and the payment link will be sent.
FAIRBANKS SPIRIT GEAR
SHOP: https://ohiorootsboutique.com/collections/fairbanks-panthers-1
Looking for something a little more unique? Fairbanks Elementary PTO has collaborated with Ohio Roots Boutique to provide spirit wear with personality! PICTURE
If you see a design you like and would like it to be on a different color or style of shirt we can make that happen! Winter sports and activities as well as new designs are coming soon!
LifeWise Fairbanks Update: We are thrilled to share that our 7th & 8th grade LifeWise class is filled to capacity—what an incredible response! Due to the high number of enrollments, registration for 7th & 8th grade is temporarily closed while we make adjustments to accommodate everyone safely and effectively. Good News for 6th Grade Families: We are still accepting new 6th grade registrations, so if you haven’t enrolled yet, there’s still time to join the adventure! Go to lifewise.org/fairbanksoh to enroll today! Thank you for your amazing support—God is doing big things through LifeWise Fairbanks, and we’re excited to continue growing together! 
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