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The week of June 8, was the Kettering Schools Week to host the Partners for Healthy Youth (PFHY) Summer Food Program at ...
06/17/2026

The week of June 8, was the Kettering Schools Week to host the Partners for Healthy Youth (PFHY) Summer Food Program at The Trails and Van Buren Park.

And while we love being able to host these sites, the real heroes of this story last week are our incredible community partners. Without their overwhelming generosity, none of this would be possible.

A heartfelt THANK YOU to:

* Reynolds and Reynolds
* LIFE Baptist Church
* Day Air Credit Union
* Blueberry Cafe, and
* The Fisher Family

They didn’t just provide 100% of the food—they brought the camaraderie, the laughter, and the unwavering support that makes Kettering such a special place to live. Seeing our community come together to wrap its arms around our kids each day is truly inspiring.

Just a reminder that the PFHY Summer Food Program runs weekly (except Jun 29-July 4 in observance of the July 4th Holiday) at The Trails (Monday, Wednesday and Friday) and Van Buren Park (Tuesday and Thursday), from noon- 2 p.m. (food served noon-1 p.m.)

UPDATE—With all the work our buildings and grounds team is doing to move our VB staff to their new home on the Kettering...
06/12/2026

UPDATE—

With all the work our buildings and grounds team is doing to move our VB staff to their new home on the Kettering Fairmont Middle School campus, they have not been able to get the bricks moved from inside the school to the parking lot.

They anticipate the bricks will be moved outside to the Schuyler parking lot by Friday of this coming week.

Sorry for any inconvenience!

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Thank you to everyone who came out this week to help us celebrate Van Buren Middle School and to take one last walk through the halls of the school!

We appreciate the kind words of former Van Buren principals, Bob McCoy and Lowell Vorpe, who took us for a quick walk down memory lane with their comments.

And a huge thank you to Natalie Snell, outgoing VBMS principal and one of our co-principals of Kettering Fairmont Middle School. Her heartfelt remarks perfectly captured the bittersweet excitement so many of us are feeling as we close this chapter of our middle school history and look ahead with great anticipation to the next!

DID YOU PURCHASE A BRICK FROM THE VAN BUREN PTA BACK IN THE DAY? If you were not able to attend the Open House on June 10, and pick up your brick, the skids of bricks will be moved to the parking lot behind Van Buren MIddle School (off Schuyler Road), where you can stop by and pick up yours or your family's!

Please join us for one last walk through Van Buren Middle School…TONIGHT…5-7 pm!Evening Schedule:5 PM: Opening Presentat...
06/10/2026

Please join us for one last walk through Van Buren Middle School…TONIGHT…5-7 pm!

Evening Schedule:
5 PM: Opening Presentation (Auditorium)

5:30-7 PM: Open House, Self-Guided Building Tours, and
Community Connection

Entryway Bricks:
Our KCS Buildings and Grounds Crew has extracted the bricks from the front entryway at Van Buren Middle School. The bricks will be available pick up during tonight’s Open House.

Congratulations to Fairmont High School Theatre and all of our students and staff who were recognized during the annual ...
06/09/2026

Congratulations to Fairmont High School Theatre and all of our students and staff who were recognized during the annual Miami Valley High School Theatre Awards (MVHSTA) Showcase at the Schuster Center on June 2.

Our theater department had an exceptional evening, earning a total of 31 awards and recognitions across our Fall, Winter, and Spring productions. Fairmont's Performing Arts department was proud to be one of the 41 programs in the Miami Valley to be recognized for excellence in theatre during the 2025-2026 season. 🦅🎭

Fall Play: Pride and Prejudice
Director: Ryan Lamb | Producer: Austin Litteral | Tech Director: John Gentry | Artistic Director: Laura Lamb

• Sadie Lee (Merit for Lead Actress)
• Finn Kelly (Merit for Lead Actor)
• Kiernan Lamb (Merit for Lead Actor)
• Tyler DiTallo (Merit for Supporting Actor)
• Serena Smith (Outstanding Student Lighting Design)
• Ava Powell (Outstanding Student Makeup Design)

Winter Play: Puffs
Director: Austin Litteral | Producer: Patricia Taylor | Tech Director: John Gentry | Artistic Director: Laura Lamb

• Merit for Production of a Play
• Emma Frey (Merit for Lead Actress)
• Tristen Clark (Outstanding Lead Actor)
• Jacob Pesch (Outstanding Lead Actor)
• Tyler DiTallo (Merit for Lead Actor)
• Penny Burke (Outstanding Supporting Actress)
• Zoey Davell (Merit for Supporting Actress)
• Logan Murray (Merit for Supporting Actor)
• Ava Powell (Merit for Costume Design)

Spring Musical: Into the Woods
Director: Brody McDonald | Choreographer: Hayley Hayes | Pit Orchestra Director: Adam Guadalupe | Asst Pit Orchestra Directors: Macy Stephens and Brian Dobbs | Tech Director: John Gentry | Artistic Director: Laura Lamb

• Outstanding Production of a Musical
• Outstanding Ensemble in a Musical
• Outstanding Student Orchestra For A Musical
• Riley Burns (Outstanding Lead Actress and Jimmy Award Qualifier)
• Savannah Steinke (Merit for Lead Actress)
• Vivian Cute (Merit for Lead Actress)
• Evelyn Little (Merit for Lead Actress)
• Tristen Clark (Merit for Lead Actor)
• Dalan Holder (Merit for Lead Actor)
• Ella Gustin (Outstanding Supporting Actress)
• Ben Pachin (Outstanding Supporting Actor)
• George Baldree (Outstanding Supporting Actor)
• Kiernan Lamb (Outstanding Supporting Actor)
• Jadon See (Outstanding Supporting Actor)
• Connor Layman (Outstanding Supporting Actor)
• Ava Powell (Outstanding Stage Management)

We also extend a special congratulations to Tristen Clark and Via Cute who performed in the opening and closing numbers for the showcase!

Way to go, Firebirds! 💙

Kettering City Schools Music

GOOD LUCK to Fairmont athlete, Violet Wright!Violet is headed to Columbus to compete tomorrow in the 2026 OHSAA Outdoor ...
06/05/2026

GOOD LUCK to Fairmont athlete, Violet Wright!

Violet is headed to Columbus to compete tomorrow in the 2026 OHSAA Outdoor Track & Field State Championships at Jesse Owens Stadium. She will compete in the 100m and 300m hurdles events.

Violet’s family, coaches, and teammates were among the small but mighty crowd of fans at Fairmont Park Stadium this afternoon, sending her off with true Firebird pride.

Best of luck, Violet!

Fairmont Track-Field

Thank you to Cox Arboretum for hosting the 2026 KCS Administrative Retreat this week! The administrative team wrapped u...
06/05/2026

Thank you to Cox Arboretum for hosting the 2026 KCS Administrative Retreat this week!

The administrative team wrapped up the retreat on Tuesday, and let’s just say—the future of KCS Firebirds is in excellent hands!

Because a team that can laugh together grows and succeeds together, we made sure to have some fun embracing our "Mission Possible" theme! At the same time, we focused on some deep reflection of the 2025-2026 school year and strategic planning as we look toward the 2026-2027 year ahead.

We spent our time analyzing critical student data and mapping out key district initiatives, including a focus on:
* Early Literacy & Math -- Tracking and boosting 3rd-grade reading and 8th-grade math proficiency.
* The Student Journey -- Addressing chronic absenteeism and continuing to focus on the importance of our high school graduation rates.
* Future Readiness -- Exploring student career interests and aptitudes to prepare our Firebirds for all post-secondary options, whether they are heading to college or straight into the workforce.

Everything we do as an administrative team is intentionally aligned with our Portrait of a Firebird attributes, as we are fully committed to shaping students who are:
* Lifelong Learners
* Global Citizens
* Critical Thinkers
* Thoughtful Communicators, and
* Engaged Collaborators

There are a lot of exciting things to look forward to in the Kettering City Schools as we celebrate our new Kettering Fairmont Middle School, begin Segment One of our Future-Ready Facilities Plan, and continue to support strong academic, social-emotional and extracurricular opportunities for every Kettering student.

We are energized, aligned, and ready to make the upcoming school year the best one yet.

Mission: Accepted!

Get your rackets ready, Kettering!Blue skies are back after a very soggy May, and that means Heiberger Paving, Inc., has...
06/03/2026

Get your rackets ready, Kettering!

Blue skies are back after a very soggy May, and that means Heiberger Paving, Inc., has been back at it and hard at work on the resurfacing project at the Fairmont High School Tennis Courts.

The newly resurfaced, bright sky-blue tennis courts are getting their finishing touches this week. We anticipate the courts will reopen to the community next week, so be sure to tag your favorite tennis partner!

CONGRATULATIONS to our amazing Food & Nutrition Services Department, selected by the School Nutrition Association of Ohi...
06/03/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to our amazing Food & Nutrition Services Department, selected by the School Nutrition Association of Ohio as the MAY DISTRICT OF THE MONTH!

In recognizing our KCS F&NS Department, SNA noted:

"Congratulations to the May SNA of Ohio District of the Month, Kettering City Schools Food and Nutrition Services! 🎉 From serving nutritious meals to creating positive dining experiences, this dedicated team has been hard at work all school year fueling student success. Their commitment to supporting learning, growth, and well-being through school meals makes a difference every day.

“Thank you to the incredible Kettering team for all you do for your students and school community! 💙🍎"

NOTICE -- KETTERING POLICE AND FIRE CONDUCTING TRAINING AT VAN BUREN THIS WEEK!The Kettering Police and Fire Departments...
06/03/2026

NOTICE -- KETTERING POLICE AND FIRE CONDUCTING TRAINING AT VAN BUREN THIS WEEK!

The Kettering Police and Fire Departments are conducting training at Van Buren Middle School this week.

You may notice an increased presence of first responders, temporary activity, or loud noises around the school.

Please don't be alarmed—this is routine training as our officers work to keep our community safe!

Our good friends with the Dor-Wood Optimist Club are gearing up for their annual Kid's Fishing Derby! This FREE event wi...
06/01/2026

Our good friends with the Dor-Wood Optimist Club are gearing up for their annual Kid's Fishing Derby!

This FREE event will be held -- rain or shine -- on June 13, at Delco Park.

* Parents/Guardians must remain with their children during the event.

* Fishing poles will be available and wax worms will be provided.

* The Derby will be followed by lunch and and awards from noon-1 p.m.

See you there!

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Kettering, OH
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