Thirteen Attributes of an Exceptional Teacher
In 1979, when Fairmont’s founder Kenneth Holt was preparing to pass the reins over to his stepson David Jackson, he offered some words of wisdom that have guided Fairmont since its inception. As Mr. Jackson recounts the story, “My father told me, ‘Your main job is to...
Game On — Esports Program Offered at Fairmont Prep
Esports is the fastest-growing high school sport in the nation and Fairmont Prep is pleased to provide an opportunity for video gamers to compete in this CIF-sanctioned sport. It is widely recognized that Esports hones students’ problem-solving and strategic thinking...
How Growth Mindset Helps Students Succeed
Educators are always looking for ways to increase their students’ success. They take professional development courses on how to accelerate progress. They join collaborative groups to help facilitate growth. They attend conferences to learn how to elevate achievement...
Understanding and Addressing the Problem of Low Literacy
California’s low literacy rate has left quite a tarnish on the “Golden State.” According to a recently released report from World Population Review, a non-partisan data-sharing organization, the state ranks lowest in the nation for literacy, with only 77% of those age...
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