Our school is helping all students develop World Class Skills of the Profile of the South Carolina Graduate by fostering a culture that promotes and supports collaboration, communication and critical thinking. Our faculty and staff take pride in developing the whole child and addressing the skills important to students’ success beyond high school. Aligning with that goal and our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports initiative, we continued with the premise of always displaying Griffin P.R.I.D.E.: Perseverance, Respect, Integrity, Determination, and Excellence to ensure that Griffin Graduates are college and career ready. Additionally, Fairfield Central High School is an AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) school and embedded WICOR (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, Reading) strategies throughout every classroom.
This year, our theme was “Ready, Set Grow!” focusing on growth in Academics, Athletics, and the Arts. The theme "Ready, Set, Grow" at the high school level embodies a proactive and dynamic approach to education, emphasizing preparedness, active engagement, and continuous development. "Ready" signifies equipping students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and mindset to face academic and personal challenges. "Set" represents the establishment of a supportive and nurturing environment where students feel empowered to explore their potential and pursue their passions. "Grow" underscores the commitment to fostering personal and intellectual growth, encouraging students to strive for excellence and reach new heights. This theme not only prepares students for immediate success but also instills lifelong learning habits, resilience, and a sense of purpose, ensuring they are well-prepared for future endeavors.
Critical thinking is a fundamental skill that supports our motto of “Quality Teaching and Learning, Every Day for Every Student”. To support and enhance the toolbox of our teachers and to support AVID school-wide, our professional development has focused on WICOR strategies to grow students. Additionally, our teachers had the opportunity to delve into personal interests through the use of Micro-Credentials. Teachers also worked in departments to share ideas, lessons, assessments, and strategies that will promote critical thinking in a blended environment. The collaborative nature of the meetings prompted our teachers to critically think about the impact classroom instruction has on the achievement of the student.
Creativity is a hallmark in the actions and success of our students at Fairfield Central High School. Our creativity is often recognized and displayed through athletics and the visual and performing arts. Academically, our students continue to reach new heights and create avenues to display their creative academic talents. At the culmination of the 2023-2024 school year, Fairfield Central High School had its seventh group of students graduate with an Associates’ Degree or General Studies Certificate from Midlands Technical College, prior to receiving their high school diplomas. The creativity, innovation, communication, and collaboration required to complete college courses while in high school, are skills that epitomize the World Class Skills of the Profile of the South Carolina Graduate. The success of these students has motivated other students to request unique, innovative scheduling options that will allow them to pursue and reap the benefits of the course offerings at Fairfield Central High School, Fairfield Career and Technology Center, and our collegiate partners. The number of students enrolled in dual credit classes has increased significantly within the past four years and we anticipate the demand to meet their creative academic needs.
Listed below are some of the accomplishments from the Class of 2024:
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18 students graduated from Midlands Technical College prior to High School Graduation
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82% of students in the class of 2024 were accepted to a 2 or 4-year college or university to include but not limited to: Clemson University, University of South Carolina, Anderson University, Fayetteville State University, Coastal Carolina, College of Charleston, Benedict College, University of South Carolina-Upstate, Francis Marion University, Midlands Technical College, Morris College, Newberry College, Columbia College, South Carolina State University, and Claflin University.
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103 graduates were completers with certifications at Fairfield Career and Technology Center
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10 graduates enlisted in the Armed Forces.
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5 Palmetto Fellows recipients
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12 Student-Athlete/Band/Dance Collegiate Scholarships
As members of our National Beta Club, National Honor Society and Academic Challenge Teams, students continued to have the opportunity to collaborate with students from around the state, nation, and even other countries. Our National Beta Club competed at the 2024 South Carolina State Convention and placed in the following categories: 1st Place in 10th Grade Math & Spanish, D2 Drawing & Design, Service Learning Showcase, and Show Choir, 2nd Place in 12th Grade French & Biomedical, 10th Grade Social Studies, D2 Mixed Media & Hand Drawn Anime, D1 Onsite Painting, Solo,Duo, Trio, Robotics, and Campaign Skit, 3rd Place in 12th Grade Social Studies and Spanish, D1 Drawing, D2 Jewelry, Musicology, and Group Talent and SC State Beta Vice President is our very own Ms. Kensley Green. Our students continued to excel in athletics, clubs, and organizations, with our clubs and organizations increasing membership exponentially. All sports teams made it to the playoffs with our Boys 2A Track & Field Team being named State Champions. Additionally, 7 Individual Championships were earned in Track and Field events. Our Principal was named the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) 2024 Secondary Principal of the Year as well as High School Principal of the Year by the South Carolina Alliance of Black School Educators (SCABSE). Fairfield Central High School strives to equip all students with world-class knowledge and skills while ensuring they leave high school college and/or career ready.
Dr. Tracie Swilley, Principal
Mrs. Sheila Pickett, SIC Chair