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Fairfield Union Local board adopts 2026–27 program of studies, expands arts and dual‑enrollment pathways
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Summary
The board approved the 2026–27 Fairfield Union High School program of studies, adding seven half‑year art courses, new dual‑enrollment options including anatomy and physiology and economics, and a business pathway that can yield an associate degree through Muskingum.
Mister Schafer, presenting the proposed 2026–27 program of studies, described a broad expansion of course options at Fairfield Union High School that the board approved. He said the art program was restructured from three year‑long classes into seven half‑year offerings to let students specialize, and new dual‑enrollment classes in art, anatomy and physiology, economics and music were added.
Schafer said the district strengthened its partnership with Muskingum to offer a 15‑hour business pathway: "if a student took the entire 15‑hour pathway through us, they could go to Muskingum and have an associate's degree completed by that," he said. The presentation also included a new upper‑level animal health class and additional workforce‑development language to increase career and college readiness.
Board members responded favorably during discussion. The Chair noted, "To be able to graduate from high school with an associate's degree" would be "a wonderful thing," and trustees asked about financial and scheduling implications. The presentation referenced existing dual‑enrollment processes and the district's relationship with Muskingum to secure college credit opportunities.
The board voted to approve the 2026–27 program of studies, which the administration said is intended to increase student choice and clearer pathways to postsecondary credentials. The approved program will guide course offerings and scheduling for the coming school year; the motion carried without amendment during the meeting.
