Organizations & Activities Available to All Fairmont Students

Cheerleaders 8/9: Cathy Sellars
Requirements: 2.5 GPA no F grades in current or past Jr. High academic history, reference/grade teacher checks, no major disciplinary violations, parent permission.

Intramurals:
Activities are scheduled in the gym during the lunch hours

National Junior Honor Society 8/9: Stephanie Phillips and Judy Witt
Required application and selection: min. 3.5 GPA, 10 hours community service per semester, meetings, annual leadership retreat.

Ski Club 7/8/9: Cathy Sellars
Requirement- must be able to ski or snow board.

Chess Club: Rick Haenelt
Chess Club is an after school activity Monday- Friday 2:30-3:30. It is open to all students regardless of ability. Come play just for fun or learn to compete in weekend tournaments as well.

Dances 7/8/9:
School dances are offered about four times a year; dance times will vary. Only Fairmont students may attend our dances. Cost is $5.00 w/o activity card and $3.00 w/activity card. Dance discounts cards are available for purchase during Welcome Days.

Spanish Club: Matt Furhriman
The Spanish Club will meet for one hour after school, one day a week. We will be doing an array of cultural and linguistic activities, mixed in with service opportunities, guest speakers (from different Spanish-speaking countries), and possibly a field trip or two. We look forward to a great year!

The Library is open before school, at lunch and after school until 3:30PM. A hall pass is needed for lunch time.

Lunch Club 7/8/9:
Students are selected by low grades. This noon study hall promotes student success.

Student of the month: By teacher recommendation and selection
Students are recognized for their citizenship. Teachers submit names of individuals who are leaders in class, have good attendance, and participate in class activities. These students "go the extra mile" for others. Fairmont appreciates their example!

Fun in the sun!!!!!
In late May the entire school picnics outside. There are games to play, fun foods to buy and eat, and crafts to learn. It’s an active and fun celebration of a successful year.

Mentoring: Tammy Burks
9th grade students can apply to mentor 7th grade students during fall semester. Mentors meet with small groups of students during 7th grade lunch hour to help with their transition from elementary school to junior high school. They provide leadership and support for younger students.