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 playoff win. 

Players reflect on their development both on and off the field, emphasizing teamwork, maturity, and strong relationships built through shared experiences. Looking ahead, the group discusses goals for continued success and building on a culture that extends beyond football. Featuring FHS athletes LaMarcus C. and Cal R.

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 conversation highlights student engagement with French in Montreal and Quebec City, cultural contrasts between the two cities, and memorable experiences ranging from historic landmarks to Indigenous history and local cuisine. 

Students share how navigating conversations in French challenged and motivated them, deepened their appreciation for global cultures, and influenced their plans to continue studying world languages beyond high school. 

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 injuries, the leadership and chemistry that fueled their success, and how lessons from the field translate into confidence and collaboration across all areas of student life.

Guests include head coach Scott Underwood, Athletic Director Jon Adams, senior Alexa C., and junior Bella P.

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, collaboration, and creativity among students as they prepare for opening night at the Frank W. Barr Auditorium.

Guests include senior Ella D., sophomore Gia A., and director Craig Cohan.

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 Park City School District. 

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 The 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 set designs to the challenges of dancing while singing iconic songs, students discuss how the show has pushed them creatively and technically. The episode also highlights the unique bonds formed between middle and high school students, the leadership growth among cast and crew, and the passion that drives the entire Stagecrafters team. With nearly 90 students involved, The Little Mermaid exemplifies collaboration, resilience, and community. 

The production runs March 28–30 at Fairview High School’s Frank W. Barr Auditorium. Tickets are available at fairviewparkschools.org/boxoffice.

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. Topics include cultural immersion through hands-on experiences like cooking classes and museum visits, exploring global perspectives, and the ways language study enhances communication skills and confidence. Students reflect on how learning a language has broadened their understanding of diverse cultures, inspired aspirations to study abroad, and opened doors for future opportunities. The discussion highlights the lasting value of language education in building connections and expanding horizons.

Guests include French teacher Madame Meghann Peters and students Spencer B., who studies French, along with Carina C. and Annaliese M., who are both Spanish students. 

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.

“Murder Runs in the Family,” a satirical comedy and murder mystery, features students from Stagecrafters and International Thespian Troupe 8671. Performances will be on Nov. 15 & 16 at 7 PM and Nov. 17 at 2 PM.

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 who may need these basic necessities, creating a positive and supportive environment within the school.

Listeners will gain insights into how the Key Club identified the need for the Care Closet, their challenges in setting it up, and how donations are being gathered from the school and community. The episode also highlights other service projects the Key Club is involved in, such as teaching technological literacy to seniors and organizing donation drives. It’s a powerful conversation about student leadership, community service, and making a tangible difference in the lives of others.