Math Night:
On Thursday night, October 12th, the Elementary School cafeteria was the place to be. Parents and siblings of elementary students joined in on math games set up around the cafeteria and explored games on iPads set up in Mrs. Apgar’s room. Students enjoyed teaching their parents some of the math games they play in school and they learned some new ones as well. They also got a chance to read books with math themes. Dice were rolling, cards were flipping, game pieces were being moved around boards and brains were thinking about best strategies and math concepts they have been learning. The winner of the pumpkin weight estimation was Kinsley Dewhirst and the winner of the candy estimation jar was Carter Warren. So many math skills can be taught ...
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5th grade field trip to Old Fly Marsh:
The 5th graders traveled to Old Fly Marsh on Friday, September 29. They have been studying wetland ecosystems and related topics, the value of wetlands, the destruction of wetlands. This science unit will also cover the use of magnification tools, including the compound microscope and types of one-celled organisms. Students will culminate this by studying the water and microscopic organisms from Old Fly Marsh.
The field trip was guided by wildlife biologist, Jack Gramlich, and his friend Dave. Students took two different tours of the marsh. One tour focused on discussing the ecosystem within the marsh itself, as well as the surrounding lowland and upland areas. The students were able to make real-life, local connections to the content ...
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Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged 2017:
September 27th one of our elementary school athletes and twelve eighth grade volunteers traveled to the Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged which were held at the CNY Family Sports Centre in Syracuse. Our athlete participated in the adaptive games while our eighth grade volunteers manned the various stations of adapted sports. Student athletes from many school districts in the county participated. Thanks to the Fabius-Pompey APTS and the Fabius-Pompey elementary school faculty and staff for providing all the juice boxes for the three hundred athletes, aides and volunteers. The day is an exceptional day of fun for all.
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Section Three Scholar Athletes 2017-18:
On Monday, June 12 Section 3 Athletics hosted their 29th Annual Scholar Athlete Dinner at SRC Arena on the OCC campus. Over 80 schools sent their best and brightest male and female student-athlete to represent their home district. Fabius-Pompey was well represented by Maria Scheibel (soccer/golf) and Adrian Vilardi (soccer/basketball/golf). Vilardi was one of 4 athletes in the entire section to receive the top scholar athlete award from Coca-Cola along with a $500 scholarship.
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Brian Holeck Wraps Up Historic Season for F-P Track:
Brian Holeck Wraps Up Historic Season for F-P Track
Senior Brian Holeck competed in the Section III New York State Qualifier meet on Friday, June 2nd, putting the finishing touch on one of the best individual seasons in Fabius-Pompey track history.
Brian came into the season with high expectations, and his results this year did not disappoint. Some of the highlights include:
OHSL Patriot League Champion in 1600m
Section III Champion in 1600m
Section III Champion in 3200m
Section III runner-up in 800m
New school record in 1600m - 4:35.36
New school record in 800m - 2:02.2
New school record in the Sprint Medley Relay, running the anchor - 3:57.21
Brian narrowly ...
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You Are Here:
You Are Here , the Fabius-Pompey High School Literature & Art Magazine 2016-2017, has been released online. Founded eight years ago by the students of Fabius-Pompey, You Are Here is released annually and features the creative writing and visual arts of High School students. This magazine was created as a way for students to express themselves and affirm their place in time at Fabius-Pompey. You Are Here is also available on the Middle School-High School home page. Enjoy!
You are Here
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May Senior of the Month:
May Senior Student of the Month
Carly Powell has been chosen as Fabius-Pompey’s Senior Student of the Month for the month of May. Carly is an accomplished athlete, student, and member of the Fabius-Pompey community. She plays soccer, volleyball, and softball and serves as President of High School Band, Vice President of National Honor Society, and Vice President of Student Council.
What has been your favorite extracurricular activity in high school?
Being on a team, in general; it doesn’t really matter which sport. I like the commitment of it and I really enjoy the experience of working towards a goal with my teammates. Even if the record and outcome don’t matter much in the grand scheme of things, it is a lot of fun.
What has been your favorite subject ...
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April Senior of the Month:
April Senior Student of the Month
Sophia Widdekind has been chosen as Fabius-Pompey’s Senior Student of the Month for the month of April. Sophia is a wonderful student, artist, and member of our school community. She has been a leader in our high drama and musical programs throughout her high school career. Most recently, she starred in Fools and Thoroughly Modern Millie .
What has been your favorite extracurricular activity in high school?
Definitely participating in drama and musical productions. I’ve had the opportunity to get to know people so much better and create shows with them that I am really proud of. It definitely is a lot of work, but it has also been a ton of fun!
What has been your favorite subject or course in high school?
My favorite ...
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HS Symphonic Band traveled to Nashville:
The High School Symphonic Band traveled to Nashville Tennessee from Thursday, March 30th to Sunday, April 2nd. Fifty students and six chaperones attended a national band competition at Brentwood High School. Our high school group competed against ten other bands and placed third in our class. We are so proud of their accomplishments! The group toured historic RCA Studio B where Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton and Carrie Underwood have recorded. Students then made a recording of their concert performance in that very same studio and all students received a copy of the CD. Other highlights of the trip included a guided tour of the city of Nashville, time at the Country Music Hall of Fame, and watching a show at the Grand Ole Opry. Our students represented ...
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March Senior Student of the Month:
March Senior Student of the Month
Sofia Powell has been chosen as Fabius-Pompey’s Senior Student of the Month for the month of March. Sofia is a hardworking student who challenges herself in the classroom, has played softball and volleyball throughout her high school career, and volunteers as a tutor in the middle school.
What has been your favorite extracurricular activity in high school?
Softball is my favorite activity, because the games are definitely the most enjoyable and I really love the people on the team. I’ve also enjoyed the opportunity to meet so many new people through the summer leagues.
What has been your favorite subject or course in high school?
AP Biology, because it secured for me that it is definitely what I want ...
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February Senior of the Month:
February Senior Student of the Month
Liam McCarthy has been chosen as Fabius-Pompey’s Senior Student of the Month for the month of February. Liam is an extremely active member of the school and local community. Liam is a member of Teen Institute, Technical Theatre Club, Varsity Track & Field, Band, and is President of both the Senior Class and YMCA Leader’s Club.
What has been your favorite extracurricular activity in high school?
That is a hard question. Teen Institute, Track, and Tech are all really fun, because I enjoy getting to spend time with so many different people in different contexts. Teen Institute is such a refreshing group to be part of and I love spending time with others who want to make a positive difference. Track is fun, because it isn’t ...
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March is Music in our Schools Month:
March is Music in Our Schools Month, and we have a busy list of activities here in the music department we'd like to invite you to attend.
March 22nd is the MS/HS Spring Band Concert at 7 PM in the HS Auditorium. The concert will be under an hour and has some wonderful music to hear.
March 29th is the MS/HS Spring Chorus Concert at 7 PM in the HS Auditorium. Please come listen to the wonderful selections they have to perform. Susan has chosen some great music for the kids.
Lastly, March 30th-April 2nd the High School Band will be going to Nashville to perform in the Heritage Festivals Music Competition. Please wish them well on their performance.
Thank you all for everything ...
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Chess Club Returns:
Chess Returns to Fabius-Pompey
Chess has been exploding in the Middle School-High School Library and we have chess games going on nearly every period of the school day! Fabius-Pompey is well known for excellent players and in the past they have earned trophies at the national level! Fabius Pompey has a long tradition of chess and we are excited to inspire a new generation of chess players.
Chess teaches “systems thinking”. Systems thinking is simply the art of seeing "the big picture.” It's a problem-solving approach that views the pieces as being connected to a greater whole. Chess encourages focus learning and playing chess teaches children the benefits of careful observation and concentration.
Miss Turner, MS-HS Librarian and Coach ...
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Green Screen in the MS/HS library:
Green Screen in the MS/HS Library
We have a new Green Screen in the Middle School-High School Library. One of the backrooms has been painted a vibrant green. The students have had tons of fun taking holiday selfies and adding their own unique backgrounds before holiday break. You can see quite a few of them on the MS/HS Library website ( www.fplib.com ) on the instagram feed.
In addition, Mrs. Miles and Miss Turner recently collaborated on a Parody Commercial Project for her 7th grade General Music Class. Students created a song parody for alternative products such as Sweet Smelling Undergarments and Dunk Shoes. Student groups rapped and sang their way into using the Green Screen. They practiced and came in during the day to film their ...
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January Senior of the Month:
January Senior Student of the Month
Victoria Sims has been chosen as Fabius-Pompey’s Senior Student of the Month for the month of January. Victoria is an active member of the community and a consistent and hard-working student. Victoria is a member of the Varsity Volleyball and Track & Field teams, Math League, Science Olympiad, and National Honor Society. She also serves as a mentor for Battle of the Books, a coach for Recreational Track, has done missionary work in West Africa, and spends much of her summers volunteering with refugees through Hopeprint in Syracuse.
What has been your favorite extracurricular activity in high school?
Definitely Math League. It has been the most enjoyable activity, because it is low stress and we all just have so much fun ...
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Adrian Vilardi - West Point Candidate:
On Wednesday, January 18, 2017, Congressman John Katko visited Fabius-Pompey High School to inform F-P Senior Adrian Vilardi of his offer of appointment from the United States Military at West Point. Also attending the meeting was Assemblyman David Knapp, School Administrators and many of Adrian’s immediate and extended family members.
Adrian was one of a group of select students to be nominated to the U.S. Military Academy by Congressman Katko after a competitive review and interview process conducted by an independent Service Advisory Committee. The committee interviews all of the candidates for nomination to the U.S. Service Academies in New York’s 24 th Congressional District and makes recommendations to the Congressman for nominations. A candidate needs to both receive ...
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Eleventh Annual Career Fair for 11th graders:
The Eleventh Annual Career Fair for our eleventh graders was held Friday, December 16. The thirty-some volunteers did an incredible job of explaining their career choices, educational requirements and job prospects for their chosen careers. The students heard about careers in the military, the restaurant business, small businesses, the legal profession, professional sports, graphic design, the arts, music, education, engineering, health care, law enforcement, construction trades, and other fields. Thanks again to the volunteers for sharing your time, energy and expertise with our students!
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November Senior of the Month:
November Senior Student of the Month
Benjamin Stroh has been chosen as Fabius-Pompey’s Senior Student of the Month for the month of November. Ben has made many impressive contributions to our school community over the years and even started his own business last year. Ben has been actively involved in Tech Club since 6 th grade and has been President throughout his high school career. He has also run for our Varsity Cross Country team and been a member of Fayetteville-Manlius’ swim team since his freshman year. He was chosen as a captain of the FM team this season and has made it to State Qualifiers each year for his butterfly and distance free events. Ben was also awarded the Citizenship Award during his sophomore year and has had perfect attendance for his entire ...
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