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 Willkommen!
Fairview German Language School, a School of Excellence!
   

Fairview German Language SchoolWelcome to Fairview School.
Fairview is consistently rated by the Ohio Board of Education as an Excellent School--now for its second year in a row! Schools that receive an excellent rating must meet or exceed performance, attendance and yearly progress. As the entire Fairview community celebrates the recognition that the excellent rating brings, we continue to work to maintain and improve our success record for the years ahead.

Fairview German Language SchoolBut one aspect that makes Fairview so special is the offering of exceptional German language instruction. Not only do Fairview student receive an excellent education, but with the added German language program, each child's experience through intensive daily exposure to the German language and culture creates an even more enriched culture here at Fairview.

 

Come visit Fairview and find out for yourself what makes Fairview great! In addition to the German language curriculum, here are some highlights you may not have known about Fairview:
  • Fairview School is one of five Cincinnati Public Schools to receive the state’s highest rating. Schools that receive an excellent rating must meet or exceed performance, attendance, yearly progress and, where applicable, graduation standards
  • Designated as a "Center of Excellence" by the American Association of Teachers of German
  • Pupils consistently rank among the highest on the Ohio proficiency tests in Cincinnati Public Schools and score well above the national norm
  • Students completing 6th grade at Fairview go on to excel in area public, private and parochial schools
  • A large percentage of Fairview students pass the Walnut Hills test
  • Safe, orderly school environment
  • Developed green space area adjacent to school used for play and classroom citifies
  • Well organized active parent group with many opportunities for input and involvement

News

Save the Arts… Save our Excellence
Thank you to all of the parents and family members who have already donated to our
fundraising campaign this year. Our parents have already donated about $8,000 toward our $25,000 goal! Our Pasta Dinner raised about $4,000. We are well on our way to achieving our goal of $25,000.

In order to make our campaign a success we still need to raise about $13,000. If you have already sent in a donation, thank you. If you have been thinking about it then please send it in-----if we could reach our goal before the end of this school year we would have reason to celebrate!

Our next Save the Arts meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 8 at 7:00 in the school library. I hope many of you are able to attend. We can make this happen---we can continue Fairview’s Excellence if we all work together! Please consider sharing your time, your talent, and if possible your treasure! Please contact Patty Donnelly if you have any questions. (559-0969 or p2dna@fuse.net)

ECONOMIC STIMULUS ACT
This is just a reminder about the Economic Stimulus Act signed into law in February this year. Most families will be receiving graduated tax rebates for taxpaying adults and a $300 additional rebate for each child. Please consider “investing” in your child and donating some or all of this to directly impact your child’s education. Imagine the long-term benefits to your child in maintaining a strong music, arts, and enrichment pro-gram at Fairview. Consider donating to our Save the Arts campaign. This is an awesome bargain!
-----(Idea developed and submitted by parents John Walter and Ian Goodall)

Save the Arts Art Auction Postponed
Our Art Auction scheduled for Saturday, May 10 has unfortunately been canceled. We were unable to garner up enough volunteers to make it happen. The end of the school year is a very busy time. We have decided to reschedule the event for early fall when we are in our new building. We started this year with the “Annie Raffle”...next year we will hopefully have a fabulous Art Auction! If you would be interested in getting involved with this event, please let me know. We do have someone willing to be a co-chair for the event------anyone willing to be the other partner?

Stay tuned for information about the Save the Arts Art Auction to be rescheduled
in the fall. It will be a wonderful opportunity to celebrate full time art, music and physical education in our amazing new school! Questions? Contact Patty Donnelly (559-0969 or p2dna@fuse.net)

Young Author's Spring Social
It's that time again! Time for Fairview's Young Author's Spring Social. Come and enjoy the work of Fairview's young authors. Each year Fairview students work hard planning, writing and publishing their own book which we will be sharing at our Young Author's Spring Social. This wonderful event will be held on Thursday, May 15th from 6-8 pm. So come to enjoy some good readings, celebrate your child's accomplishments, and socialize with other Fairview families!

Flower Power Springing Up!
Here it comes, the annual delivery of flowers to Fairview. If you placed your order back in February during the cold months of winter, you can celebrate the arrival of fresh beautiful potted plants on May 7, 8, and 9! Flower orders will be available in the school gym from 3:30 - 5:30 PM Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, as well as 8:30 -10:30 AM on Thursday and Friday. To make other pickup arrangements, please contact Amy Weyand-Geise by calling 317.2063 or by email: amyweyandgeise@cinci.rr.com. Some extra plants will be available for sale starting Wednesday afternoon at 3:30 PM as long as they last! Volunteers (at least 8-10 adults) are needed on Wednesday morning to unload the truck at 8:00 AM Volunteers will then assemble the orders from 8:30 -10:30 AM as well. Three volunteers are needed for each morning (8:30-10:30 AM) and afternoon (3:30-5:30 PM) shift as well. Please contact Amy Weyand-Geise to volunteer by calling 317.2063 or by email: amyweyandgeise@cinci.rr.com.

Lily Sale
Krohn Conservatory has generously donated 175 potted lilies to Fairview to help us raise funds for the landscaping on the new Fair-view-Clifton German Language School grounds. These lilies will be available in conjunction with the Flower Power Sale in the school gym on May 7, 8 and 9. Order you lilies at a cost of $2.50 each or 5 for $10 and see them spring up every year with amazing blooms. You'll remember how you helped fairview blossom! To place an order, fill out the form below and return it to the school office. Payment is due when you pick up your lilies. Quantities are limited, so place your order NOW!

Last Chance To Buy Your 2007-2008 Memory Book
Order forms for the 2007-2008 yearbooks were sent home several weeks ago. If you interested in purchasing a yearbook please drop off your order form to the office or give it to your child's teacher. The price went up a little this year due to new program we were fortunate to have access too. Yearbooks are $16.95.
This yearbook will be the last Yearbook for the "Old Fairview"...... What a way to capture the memories! If you have any questions regarding the yearbook, please call or email Shelby Zimmer: scf@zoomtown.com or 513-451-8088.

Fall 2008 Soccer Sign ups Coming Soon
Of course the curse of Spring Soccer is rain but I believe after a little experience everyone knows to use the hotlines for game day updates- 513 369-8036. Just a reminder, Fall 2008 sign ups will be the first two weeks in May. Watch for the forms in back packs. And if you can volunteer help coordinate uniforms Contact Mary Seguin @ 236-3138 if you're interested or have questions.

Post Bid & Buy Thanks
We, the new Bid & Buy Committee, would like to thank everyone who has made this first Bid & Buy for our team a GREAT event, and the last Bid & Buy in the old Fairview school THE BEST EVER! For a complete list of everyone who's generosity helped make this year's Bid and Buy Silent Auction a success, click here.

Auf Wiedersehen Frau Roscoe
Sadly, Frau Johanna Roscoe is retiring from Fairview this year. Frau Roscoe has worked as an Instructor Assistant, helping hundreds of children at Fairview for 21 years and she will be truly missed. Not only did Frau Roscoe help the students at Fairview, but she also supported the classroom teachers and German staff as well. We wish her the best in the future and hope to see her again soon!

The New Building Has Great Acoustics and is a Fun Place to Eat Lunch!
Why we like the new buildingIn December, a group of Fairview students got to soak up the atmosphere, perform for an enthusiastic audience, and eat a delicious lunch in our "dining area" in our new building. Somehow, the name, "cafeteria," does not describe what a lovely, airy, bright and open space it is.

For more pictures from the event, go to our new school page.

Student News

Fairview Spirit Week, May 12-16
The Fairview Student Council will again sponsor a school wide Spirit Week. Join the fun during the week of May 12-16. Monday: Sports Day, Tuesday: Favorite Character Day (tv, movie, book, cartoon), Wednesday: Pajama Day, Thursday: Crazy Hair/Hat Day, Friday: Fairview Spirit.

2nd-4th Grades to see Ballet Theatre Midwest production of "Cinderella"
Ballet Theatre Midwest is delighted to presents their production of "Cinderella" to the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders on May 16th at 10 am at the Corbett Theatre of Northern Kentucky University. Their ability to present this production to Fairview students is in part made possible through generous funding provided by a project support grant from The Fine Arts Fund. Two Fairview students are performing. Lyla Mann, a third grader, will perform the role of a Spring Dragonfly. Amelia Walz, a first grader, will perform the role of a Summer Butterfly. Public performances are May 16 at 7 pm and May 17 and 18 at 2 pm. Tickets can be purchased online at www.ballettheatremidwest.com or 513-520-2334. Please feel free to contact Nicolay Walz at 513-321-6794 with any questions about these performances or Ballet Theatre Midwest. Thanks for your support of this exciting addition to Fairview’s 07-08 arts curriculum! To take a look at the poster, click here.

Star Student, Michael Cunningham!
Fairview student Michael Cunningham was recently named Student of the Year for 2007 at the Ohio Taekwondo Academy in Mt. Healthy. He was originally chosen as a student of the month for 2007 (one of 12) and then was named the Student of the Year from those 12 finalists. Michael has been a student at the academy for 2 ½ years and is currently at the level of purple belt. Students at the school are taught all aspects of the Korean martial art with emphasis on four guiding principles of discipline, respect, perseverance, and self-confidence. Michael will soon be participating in two upcoming Taekwondo tournaments. He will compete in the Battle of Cincinnati this month in Mason, and also in the Ohio state Taekwondo tournament in Columbus over Memorial Day weekend. Michael is Ms. Glas’ third grade class. Congratulations, Michael!

Calendar 2008
May
May 8
Save the Arts Meeting, 7:00 pm
May 8-20
SAY Soccer Fall signup
May 9
Volunteers Breakfast at 7:00 am
Grade 4 Appalachian Festival
May 12 & 16
1st Grade Field trip to the Contemporary Art Center
May 12-16
Fairview Spirit Week
May 13
Kindergarten Field Trip to Children’s Museum
First Honors Field Trip
May 15
Young Authors Spring Social, 6-9:00 pm
Career Day (grades 3-6)
May 16
2nd-4th Grades to see Ballet Theatre Midwest production of "Cinderella" - Corbett Theatre
May 22 & 23
1st Grade Field trip to Woodland Mound
May 26
Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL
May 28
Last day of school - HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!
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Volunteer Opportunities

Calling all Parents:
Donations and Volunteers are ALWAYS Needed at Fairview!
Fairview volunteers are great! This school is special because of what you contribute to our school. Even if you haven't volunteered yet, please get involved. We need your help Throughout the end of the school year and beyond. If you'd like to help, get in touch with Jodie Zultowsky, ZDjsn@aol.com/281-3367.

For a complete list of volunteer opportunities and other ways you can help Fairview, check out our parents page.

Or if you'd like to help Fairview by making a donation or otherwise contributing, click here for a list of ways you can earn money for Fairview.

No contribution is too small. Remember, every little bit helps!

GEBAS Board Members Needed
Step up to the challenge, have a say! Fairview Parents, please consider getting involved with GEBAS, Fairview's Parent Board, comprised of 11 elected volunteers, which functions like a PTA. Please contact Jodie Zultowsky (ZDjsn@aol.com/281-3367) if interested and she will give you more information. Ballots will be sent out prior to and counted on May 12, during the next GEBAS meeting. For more information on what positions are available, please go to our GEBAS page.

LSDMC Looking For Parent Reps For Next Year
The LSDMC---Local School Decision Making Committee is made up of parents, teachers, school staff and community members. The committee meets once a month in the evenings and is the primary governing body for our school. The LSDMC deals with issues including the budget, the one plan, the vision and mission of the school, the monitoring of academic performance through reports, goal setting and much more. It is a two year commitment and very informative. Think about it and if this interests you then consider helping your school in this way. It will prove to be an exciting time as we transition into a new school and a new community. If you are interested and/or want to find out more about LSDMC please contact Patty Donnelly, the LSDMC chair, at 559-0969 or p2dna@fuse.net.

Refreshments Needed for Young Author's Evening
Donations of cookies and drinks would be most appreciated for Young Author's Evening, Thursday, May 15. If you are able to bake a couple dozen cookies or provide drinks(fruit juice, lemonade, iced tea etc.) please notify Norma Gagnon by Friday, May 2 with the number of cookies or drinks so that the committee can plan accordingly. You can email Norma at gagnonn@cpsboe.k12.oh.us, phone 363-2125 or leave a message in her school mailbox. Refreshments can be dropped off in Room 6N on the morning of the 15th or after school that day.

All-Call for Career Day Volunteers
If you or someone you know would be interested in volunteering to make presentations on our upcoming Career Day, please contact Eileen Kues at 363-2151 or kueseil@cps-k12.org. Career Day will be Thursday, May 15th. Presentations to grades two through six are from 9:30 to 11:00. The schedule for kindergarten and grade one is less structured. Breakfast is served be-ginning at 8:15. By all ac-counts, it is a very rewarding experience for the presenters and students alike. We hope to hear from you.

Contact Us

Fairview German Language SchoolFairview German Language School (K-6)
2232 Stratford Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45219

Driving Directions

Phone 513-363-2100 | Fax: 513-363-2120

Office Hours: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
School hours: 9:15 am - 3:45 pm

Principal: Karen Mulligan
Phone: 513-363-2100
Email: mulligk@cpsboe.k12.oh.us


School Breakfast and Lunch

May Lunch Menu (pdf)
Breakfast - provided at no charge to students regardless of income at Fairview.
Lunch - $1.75
Milk - $.40

Links

General Links
>Cincinnati Public Schools
>CPS Magnet School Online Applications
>Fairview School Local Report Card
>Greatschools.net
>Fairview on Wikipedia.com
>Cincinnatieastsay.org
>Clifton Cultural Arts Center -- click here for more about the CCAC
>Market Day
>Parent Connect

Academic Links
>Fairview Teachers on Home Link
>Ohio Treasure Chest

German Links
>Learn German
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Schnappi.tv
>Kindernetz
>Discover Language.com

Save the Arts at Fairview
>savethearts.blogspot.com

Prospective Parents

Information for Prospective Parents
Fairview German Language School will be moving to its new location at Clifton Avenue and McAlpin in the Fall of 2008.
Parents interested in enrolling their child at Fairview in Preschool, Kindergarten or 1st Grade are encouraged to visit the current school on Stratford to observe classes and talk to the faculty to see if Fairview is right for you and your child.

Because of the German language curriculum at Fairview, students are admitted into Kindergarten and 1st Grade levels only and beginning next year, full-day Preschool. However, prospective students with some knowledge and experience of German may be admitted at other grade levels upon approval. Call the main office at (513) 363-2100 with any questions regarding admission to Fairview. For more, click here.

Fairview Tours
School tours will be scheduled weekly through April of 2008. Call the main office at 363-2100 to schedule a tour.


For more information on how to register your child in either Preschool or Kindergarten at Fairview for the 2008-09 school year, click here.

Fairview Falkenpost

Fairview Falkenpost Newsletter Goes Electronic
If you'd like to save trees and money for Fairview at the same time, consider receiving the weekly Falkenpost newsletter electronically! If you're interested or if you thought you requested email distribution but have NOT received a post via email, contact Beth Koenig at bck@fuse.net from the email address to which you would like to have the Falkenpost sent. Include all of your children’s names and classrooms so we know who does not need paper copies in the future. For the time being, we have tried to eliminate the multiple household copies of the newsletter by sending the Falkenpost home with only one child per family. Your child who comes first alphabetically should get the paper copy. (example: Eva Schomaeker and Patsy Schomaeker – Eva get’s the paper copy, and Patsy is eliminated). If you did not receive a Falkenpost last week in any of your children's’ backpacks, please contact Mindy Wise 833-4136 mwise003@cinci.rr.com.

If you'd like to submit an item for consideration in the Falkenpost, send any and all info and submission to falk.post@hotmail.com. The next Falkenpost submission deadline is Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 6:00 pm.

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