Principal's Message
Wildcat Parents and Students,
Welcome back, exceptional students, teachers, and staff to the 2024-2025 year where you will experience growth and endless possibilities. We are entering a new school year of transforming lives and shaping the future. We will not hold on to what didn’t work and embrace what lies ahead. We are excited to see the smiling faces of our returning and new students. This year, we look forward to continuing to celebrate all our accomplishments through the years and the exciting adventures that await you. At the same time, you experience innovative ways to learn the curriculum and standards, make new friends, and enjoy all your teachers offer.
As the proud principal of Fairfield Magnet School for Math and Science, one of the best schools in the nation, I am confident that again this year, our students will rise to the expectations they will encounter in their classroom. Parents, your unwavering support, collaboration, and engagement make a significant difference in your child’s educational experience. Let’s begin the year functioning as a team for your students by joining together to set high expectations for challenging and engaging instruction, strong and regular communication from teachers and the school, and, most importantly, high expectations for what your child can achieve this year.
Our goal is to embrace our theme “Simply The Best” by continuing our efforts to use data from common assessments, formative assessments, and state assessments to drive instruction at each grade level to meet all students at their point of need and challenge students to reach their goals and potential. We are grateful to have you as our partner in shaping the future of our students so they can display that they are the best. Thank you for your trust and dedication!
Research indicates that for our students to succeed academically, children need support from home and school. We know a strong partnership with you will significantly impact your child’s education. I ask for your help and participation every day, encouraging them to read for pleasure for at least 30 minutes every night, practice math skills learned, monitor progress, and ask your child to share what they learned at school each day.
Dr. Whitfield