Hello Families!

Welcome back to the 26-27 school year! In the past few weeks, you may have received notifications about a low balance alert for your student(s). These alerts were incorrect and listed a sum of all the balances for your household. Please disregard these alerts as we are working to resolve these issues.

One breakfast and one lunch daily are free to all students. Student(s) would only need money in their accounts if they would like to go back for seconds, purchase a milk only, or a la carte (available at High School only).

You can also configure/disable notifications in Skyward by following the directions in this video:
https://vimeo.com/868395452/ffa99f7d9c?fl=pl&fe=vl

Payments on your student(s) account can be made by logging into Skyward, choosing a student, and clicking on “Food Service” tile. In the upper right corner, there is a “Make A Payment” button. This will take you to the webstore where you will log in, and can add funds, or even set up auto-replenish. Alternatively, students can bring cash or check to school with them, and these will be added to their account before meal service begins.

Please reach out to via email at fasfoodservice@fairmont.k12.mn.us or by phone at 507-238-4234 with any questions you may have relating to this message.
about 1 month ago, Fairmont Area Schools
School Bus Schedule 2026-2027
about 1 month ago, Fairmont Area Schools
School Bus Schedule 2026-2027

ONE PASS. ALL SEASONS. From the first serve to the final whistle, your Cardinal Annual Activity Pass gets you into qualifying home events throughout the year. All the Details!

about 1 month ago, FHS ACTIVITIES
2026 Annual Activity Passes
TEACHER TENURE
At today's opening back-to-school staff workshop, superintendent Traetow recognized four teachers who have earned tenure, effective for the 2026-2027 school year.
Tenured teachers pictured below, L-R, are Cathy Bell, Reid Harris, Matt Lytle and Megan Sukalski.
Congratulations!
about 1 month ago, Fairmont Area Schools
Tenure Teachers
Calling all Cardinals! Let's make some noise! Get ready to bring the school spirit to our Fall Pep Fest! Join us at the Fairmont High School Horseshoe on Wednesday, August 26, at 6:00 p.m.📣
about 1 month ago, FHS ACTIVITIES
Fall Pep Fest 2026
7th Grade Orientation Day was a SUCCESS!
We had a fantastic day welcoming our incoming 7th graders! ❤️ The day was filled with new faces, helpful information, activities, and plenty of excitement as students got a chance to learn more about their new school and what to expect this year.

A huge thank you to our staff, students, and everyone who helped make the day possible. We’re so excited to officially welcome the Class of 2032!

Here’s to an amazing school year! ❤️🖤
about 1 month ago, Abby Ehlert
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REMINDER: 7th Grade Orientation is tomorrow Thursday, August 20th.
There are 2 sessions to choose from. Please sign up with the QR code or link below. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScyxsES3CdaRbyQWUKdiwoeZalln4etzBBy80goJiUDV0qBTQ/viewform?usp=header
about 2 months ago, Abby Ehlert
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📢📢REMINDER📢📢 ECFE Family Fun Night RESCHEDULED to Tuesday August 25TH - Same Time/Same Place ...We just don't want you to have to choose & miss out on any fun...So we want you to enjoy ALL the events & look forward to seeing you there!!

about 2 months ago, Fairmont Elementary School
FFN RESCHED FOR 8-25
🖍️📚✏️Discovery Place Preschool still has openings!! Call 507-235-6205 to inquire about enrolling & get your student registered today! School starts Wed. Sept. 2nd! 🖍️📚✏️
about 2 months ago, Fairmont Elementary School
DP PREK OPENINGS
Registration closes on August 27th for September enrollment in Cardinal Prime - After School. Sign-up at www.fairmont.k12.mn.us/o/cer
about 2 months ago, CER
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Registration closes for CER Flag Football this Thursday, August 20th. Sign-up at www.fairmont.k12.mn.us/o/cer
about 2 months ago, CER
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🖍️📚✏️Discovery Place Preschool still has openings!! Call 507-235-6205 to inquire about enrolling & get your student registered today! School starts Wed. Sept. 2nd! 🖍️📚✏️
about 2 months ago, Fairmont Elementary School
DP PREK OPENINGS
📢📢ECFE Family Fun Night RESCHEDULED to Tuesday August 25TH - Same Time/Same Place ...We just don't want you to have to choose & miss out on any fun...So we want you to enjoy ALL the events & look forward to seeing you there!!
about 2 months ago, Fairmont Elementary School
FFN RESCHED FOR 8-25
Fairmont Junior Senior High School will be having our Back to School Open House on Monday, August 31st from 8:00 am until 3:30 pm.
about 2 months ago, Abby Ehlert
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🧤❄️ Winter Clothing Drive at Fairmont Elementary School! ❄️🧤

about 2 months ago, Nikki Johnson
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Cardinal Activities hub Bound is now live!
We are excited to announce that Bound is officially LIVE for our students and families! 🎉
What is Bound?
Bound is your new all-in-one hub for Cardinal Athletics and Activities.
Use Bound to:
📋 Register for athletics and activities
🏆 Follow scores, schedules, and team stats in real time
Everything you need to support and participate in the Cardinal Activities is now in one place.
👉 Get started today: https://www.gobound.com/mn/schools/fairmont
For registration help: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Gsxc8MJP0AbbI9R9bXci777Cl2ajAPrwD3cj83wSSm0/edit?usp=sharing
about 2 months ago, FHS ACTIVITIES
Fall Activity Registration 2026
🎒It's time to start planning for a great school year! 🚌
✏️📚School Supply Lists can be found on the Fairmont Area Schools Website: https://www.fairmont.k12.mn.us/

Elementary School Supply List
https://docs.google.com/document/d/13kodS9Pz_X-q_OuqJqj85Ez14XHYPHs0adZisJu3vHM/edit?tab=t.0

Junior Senior High School List
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BstF3rJcfLdU7E-nirhMdUeRcXEijmTdbb9a7BFpkwo/edit?tab=t.0
about 2 months ago, Abby Ehlert
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Fairmont High School had their first American Red Cross blood drive of the season yesterday and they exceeded their goal Great job students and thank you to everyone that donated blood supporting their life saving mission!
about 2 months ago, Abby Ehlert
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Fairmont Area Schools Back To School Registration is next Monday, August 10 from 7:00am-7:00pm.
about 2 months ago, Abby Ehlert
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Fairmont Junior High School 7th Grade Orientation will be on Thursday, August 20th.
There are 2 sessions to choose from. Please sign up with the QR code.
about 2 months ago, Abby Ehlert
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