IQ vs EQ Why You Should Care
There’s a new buzzword in town. Emotional Intelligence. In reality, it’s not a new concept at all; mental health professionals are keenly aware of the importance of Emotional Intelligence and its profound effects.
5 Reasons Your Child Should Read More
Reading has a countless number of benefits, both academically and in other areas of an individual’s life. Below are five reasons why reading can help your child become a more successful student, friend, and person, which can ultimately lead to a lifetime of success. Reading takes you places that you’ve never been. There are some […]
Fairmont Historic Anaheim Art Students Sweep Poster Competition
Three art students at Fairmont Private Schools’ Historic Anaheim Campus were recently recognized for creating the top three posters in Orange County for the California Association of School Transportation Officials (CASTO). Last month, 2nd grader Janna K., 5th grader Noelle K., and 7th grader Sarah N. all submitted their artwork for this annual competition that […]
Fairmont Private Schools’ Teacher Named a Top Teacher in Orange County
Fairmont Private Schools’ teacher Vanessa Patterson has been named a “Top Teacher” in Orange County by ParentingOC Magazine! Patterson was nominated by her fellow Fairmont Historic Anaheim teachers who recognized her exceptional skill and generosity. “Miss Patterson won because she is willing to give to her students and her fellow teachers,” Campus Director Matt Calabria […]
Fairmont Student Uses Dance to Express Herself through Movement
Fairmont Historic Anaheim Campus 4th grader Stellina A. knows that communication and expression can be conveyed in a variety of forms — especially through dance. From a young age, Stellina has been fascinated with dancing, particularly ballet, which she enjoys because of the graceful movements. She began taking classes when she was 3 years old […]
Fairmont Students and Staff Compete for the World Latin Dance Cup
Two Fairmont students and a staff member will put their dance moves to the test next weekend for the World Latin Dance Cup as part of Anaheim’s Passion y Tumbao dance company. Founder of the dance company and Fairmont North Tustin Campus student services lead Marco Rosas joins his daughter, Saira (a preschooler at the […]
Historic Anaheim Campus Science Lab: The Sludge Test
Last month, 8th graders at the Historic Anaheim Campus rushed into their science class, eager to begin a timed science lab to find the masses, densities, and volume of different materials. Students grouped up at lab tables, putting on lab aprons and safety goggles in preparation for their teacher, Mr. Briner, supplying them with a […]
Hurricane Relief: Fairmont Campuses Collect Donations
Fairmont Private Schools’ campuses put Character Counts into practice in the weeks following Hurricane Harvey. All four campuses each put their own unique take on fundraising and partnering with schools in the Houston area. Fundraising for hurricane relief efforts kicked off at our Anaheim Hills Campus, whose two 6th grade Girl Scout troops jumped into […]
Fairmont Speech & Debate Excels at National Competition
The Fairmont Prep Speech & Debate team finished the 2016-2017 season with an astounding victory, winning a national title in one division, and finishing second in another. The team of North Tustin 8th graders Harashri S. and Hitakshi S. earned a national championship in the Public Forum Division of the 1st Annual Middle School Tournament […]
The Literacy Movement: Students Start Non-Profit
Four Fairmont Preparatory Academy students came together earlier this year, taking a huge leap into the unknown to create their own non-profit organization, The Literacy Movement. The organization was created by students Lauren J., Camille M., Savana Z., and Kellen Z. with the purpose of encouraging literacy and education throughout the world. Far and Out […]