The Fairview Advantage Podcast

In the latest episode of the Fairview Advantage Podcast, Fairview High School Principal Chris Vicha joins graduating seniors Maura G. and Lauren E. for the podcast’s annual tribute to the graduating seniors. The conversation reflects on the legacy of the Class of 2026, highlighting student involvement in athletics, the arts, academics, leadership, and extracurricular activities throughout their ti...

This episode of the Fairview Advantage Podcast highlights the Fairview High School football team’s historic 2025 season and the culture behind its success.  Featuring student-athletes, head coach Sean Ranc, and athletic director Jon Adams, the conversation explores how leadership, accountability, and steady program growth led to milestones like a conference championship and the program’s first pla...

As part of World Languages Week at Fairview High School, this episode of the Fairview Advantage Podcast spotlights the district’s French program through reflections on a student trip to Quebec.  French instructor Meghann Peters joins students Kwaw Y. and Isabella L. to discuss how the immersive experience brought classroom learning to life through language, culture, and real-world interaction. The...

This episode of the Fairview Advantage Podcast spotlights the record-setting 2025 Fairview High School girls soccer team - Chagrin Valley Conference Metro Division champions, Division IV district champions, and regional semifinalists. The episode reviews the team's journey to conference and district championships and a deep postseason run. The discussion explores the team’s resilience through...

In this episode of The Fairview Advantage Podcast , listeners hear from members of Fairview High School’s Stagecrafters as they discuss the upcoming fall play, A Penny for Your Thoughts .  The conversation highlights the play’s unique concept and the creative and technical challenges of portraying invisible “egos.” The episode also explores how participation in theater fosters confidence, collabor...

In this episode of The Fairview Advantage Podcast , Superintendent Keith Ahearn reflects on the start of the 2025–2026 school year and his “Start, Stop, Continue” listening sessions with staff. He discusses themes of communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement - emphasizing the importance of authentic feedback, emotional honesty, and strengthening relationships across the Fairview Par...

Join us for this episode of the Fairview Advantage Podcast: our special Senior Spotlight on the Class of 2025! Hear reflections from FHS seniors Spencer B. and Kelly A. on their favorite memories, lessons learned, and hopes for the future—plus insights from Principal Chris Vicha on the resilience, leadership, and impact of this standout graduating class.

In this episode of The Fairview Advantage Podcast, we sit down with students and staff involved in Fairview High School’s 2025 spring musical, Disney’s T he Little Mermaid . Cast and crew members Aubrey W. (10th grade), Lillian C. (11th grade), and Emma C. (8th grade) join Director Mrs. Jessica Atwood to share behind-the-scenes insights and reflections on this year’s production.  From innovative s...

In this episode of the Fairview Advantage Podcast, we explore the many opportunities provided to students in World Language classes at Fairview High School and Mayer Middle School.  This episode delves into the impact of world language education at Fairview High School and Mayer Middle School. Guests share insights into the academic, personal, and professional benefits of learning a new language....

In this episode of the Fairview Advantage Podcast, we take a closer look at the Fairview High School Stagecrafters 2024 fall production of "Murder Runs in the Family." Find out more about this production, what students learned from the production, and the importance of family in Stagecrafters. Featuring the play's director, Craig Cohan, and seniors Cory C., Annaliese M. and Isabel K...

In this episode of the Fairview Advantage Podcast, we kick off the 2024-2025 school year by spotlighting the Key Club Care Closet at Fairview High School.  The episode explores the development and launch of the Key Club Care Closet, a new resource designed to provide students with essential items such as personal hygiene products and other supplies. This important addition aims to support students...

In this episode, we take a closer look at the Class of 2024 before they walk across the stage for their commencement on May 21, 2024. We discuss some of the unique challenges faced by the Class of 2024, including their transition to high school that was cut short by the pandemic. We also discuss what makes Fairview High School and the Fairview Park City School District unique for these students, w...

The Warrior Athletic Council (WAC) started during the 2023-2024 school year and is supported by the Fairview Athletic Department. The WAC represents all 23 varsity sports, fostering leadership, communication, and community within Fairview High's athletic program. Its objectives include empowering student-athletes through input on educational programs, developing leadership skills applicable i...

2023-2024 was a historic season for the Fairview High School boys basketball team. During their first year in the Chagrin Valley Conference Metro Division, the Warriors earned a conference championship, their fourth in the last six seasons (in three different conferences.) On Friday, March 8, 2024, the team beat sixth-seeded Cuyahoga Heights by a 49-46 margin in the District Final of the 2024 OHSA...

Join us as we take a closer look at Fairview High School's upcoming production of "Mamma Mia!" The musical will be performed on Friday, March 22, and Saturday, March 23, at 7:00 PM and Sunday, March 24, at 2:00 PM. According to Music Theatre International, the musical tells "the hilarious story of a young woman's search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfol...

In this episode, we take a closer look at the Crossing Guard booths that students at Fairview High School recently completed as part of a community art project. The Crossing Guard Booths project was a collaborative effort between Fairview High School and the city of Fairview Park, and each booth was created to highlight certain aspects of the city. Nearly 30 students from FHS participated in the p...

In this episode, we examine the critical time for students as they transition from fifth to sixth grade at Lewis F. Mayer Middle School. We talk about what parents can expect during the second semester of the school year to prepare their families and students for this significant move. Some of the areas discussed include: Educational options for students when they reach the middle school How infor...

In this episode, we talk with members of the cast and crew of Fairview High School's production of "Dracula." The play will be performed in the Frank W. Barr Auditorium at Fairview High School on Friday, November 10, and Saturday, November 11, at 7:00 PM. There will be a 2:00 PM matinee performance on Sunday, November 12, 2023. Join us as we discuss what makes this version of the cl...

October is National Farm to School Month, and in this episode, we discuss the National Farm to School movement in the United States, in Ohio, and Fairview Park. Farm to school enriches the connection communities have with fresh, healthy food and local food producers by changing food purchasing and education practices at schools and early care and education sites. Over 67,000 schools participate in...

In this episode, we examine the critical role of a counselor at the elementary school level in the Fairview Park City School District. We talk about the many programs and initiatives that help students learn and grow at Gilles-Sweet Elementary School and the Parkview Early Education Center. Guests include Fairview Park City School District counselors Meredith Schulte and Robin Schlesinger.

In this episode, we take a closer look at the Class of 2023 before they walk across the stage for their commencement ceremony on May 23. From their time in elementary school through the challenges of learning during a worldwide pandemic, the Class of 2023 has excelled in many ways. Tune in to discover why this class has so much #WarriorPride for their school and the community they call home. Guest...

Join us as we take a closer look at Fairview High School's upcoming musical production of "Xanadu: The Musical." The musical will be performed at the Frank W. Barr Auditorium at Fairview High School on Friday, March 31, and Saturday, April 1, at 7:00 PM and Sunday, April 2, beginning at 2:00 PM. According to Music Theatre International,  Xanadu "follows the journey of a magical...

In this episode, we take a closer look at Career Night and the Junior Experience, two programs that help students think about their future after high school.  Career Night, held this year on March 9 in the FHS gymnasium, is an informal open house-style event where local businesses and community members chat with students about their careers. In addition, the Junior Experience is held each year in...

In this episode, we tour the Innovation Center at Fairview High School and Mayer Middle School with teachers Ryan Graff and Chris Kaminski. The Innovation Center features unique facilities and state-of-the-art equipment that help students excel in the fine arts, their regular classes, or with extracurricular clubs and activities. We also talk with FHS student Bailey B., a senior who uses the Innov...

In this episode, Fairview Park City School District Superintendent Keith Ahearn talks with John Tanner, the founder of bravEd. BravEd focuses on benefits-based accountability for school districts and helps school leaders rethink the definition of school performance and accountability.  Starting in September 2021, a cohort of educational leaders from Fairview Park, Maple Heights, and Olmsted Falls...