Congrats to our lifetime activities puzzle competition winners!




Week of February 9, 2026

FCHS speech team had a successful day competing in IHSA regionals!
Team members breaking into final rounds and receiving placement
Allison Breuer-4th informative (sectional qualifier)
Jonah Desanti-5th original comedy
Addie Lafikes-6th original oratory
Ellanie Vanway-6th special occasion speaking
Ryan Vaughan-6th Radio Speaking
Other team members competing
Jasper Beeson-Poetry
Ava Isle-Prose
Addyson Spencer-Impromptu

The FCHS Speech Team is traveling to Harrisburg to compete in a variety of events at Regionals. Best of luck to all our competitors!

🤼The Lady Mules wrestlers are heading to Mt. Zion this morning to compete in Girls Wrestling Regionals. Best of luck, ladies!

Lifetime Activities took to the ice and started preparing for their “2026 Winter Olympic debut.” ⛸️❄️ Lots of laughs, some bravery, and plenty of fun on the ice!








🏀The Fairfield Mules will travel to Eldorado this evening for a three level match up. Freshmen tip-off begins at 5:00pm with JV and Varsity to follow. Let's Go Mules!

Welcome Class of 2030 to the Online Pre-Registration for the 2026-2027 school year.
New TeacherEase Users can use the link provided to login to TeacherEase with gmail or select "forgot password" to receive the reset password link. Current TeacherEase Users can login in regularly then toggle to the correct student/school/academic year typically found in the right top corner.
Follow this path to access registration:
Parent Main > Miscellaneous > Online Registration
Pre-Registration is only for the Class of 2030. There will not be an option to complete registrations for any current students. Please complete Pre-Registration by 02/13/2026
If you have any questions about navigating your portal or are a new user who did not receive a welcome email, please contact Mrs. Fuller at 618-847-9405 or cfuller@fchsmules.com.
New TeacherEase Users can use the link provided to login to TeacherEase with gmail or select "forgot password" to receive the reset password link. Current TeacherEase Users can login in regularly then toggle to the correct student/school/academic year typically found in the right top corner.
Follow this path to access registration:
Parent Main > Miscellaneous > Online Registration
Pre-Registration is only for the Class of 2030. There will not be an option to complete registrations for any current students. Please complete Pre-Registration by 02/13/2026
If you have any questions about navigating your portal or are a new user who did not receive a welcome email, please contact Mrs. Fuller at 618-847-9405 or cfuller@fchsmules.com.

Washington DC Final Payment
$245 Final Payment is due Monday, February 23, 2026.
Please check your portal to determine your final amount due.
Portal Main > Miscellaneous > Fees > Registration/Fees
Balances in RED are DUE to FCHS
Total DC Payments should equal $740
Payments applied to this balance have notes indicating DC Payment
Cash/Check payments can be made in the Main Office or Guidance Office.
Credit/Debit payments can be made through your portal; a 3% fee applies.
If you have made a payment plan arrangement with Mrs. Lyons, please continue to follow those deadlines.
Please direct questions regarding this trip to Mrs. Lyons in the Main Office.
$245 Final Payment is due Monday, February 23, 2026.
Please check your portal to determine your final amount due.
Portal Main > Miscellaneous > Fees > Registration/Fees
Balances in RED are DUE to FCHS
Total DC Payments should equal $740
Payments applied to this balance have notes indicating DC Payment
Cash/Check payments can be made in the Main Office or Guidance Office.
Credit/Debit payments can be made through your portal; a 3% fee applies.
If you have made a payment plan arrangement with Mrs. Lyons, please continue to follow those deadlines.
Please direct questions regarding this trip to Mrs. Lyons in the Main Office.

The CEO application window is now open for current sophomores and juniors for the 2026-2027 school year!

🏀Tonight is Lady Mules Senior Night in The Mule Barn! Come out and help us recognize our seniors for their hard work and dedication. The Lady Mules take on Hamilton County with JV tip-off at 6:00pm

Make sure to stay up to date with our February newsletter.





We have a busy winter week at FCHS!

The Mules won this morning 61-51. Jake Easton was awarded MVP. Congratulations, Jake!

Today’s dismissal will follow the following snow route bus schedules.
Bus 4 - 3:30 at Mill Shoals Fire Department
3:45 at Burnt Prairie Church
Bus 8 - 3:15 Webb Printing
3:35 Vaughan’s Trailer Lot
Bus 7 - 3:30 Barnhill Township
Bus 3 - 3:20 Merriam Church
3:30 Clines Corner
3:45 Golden Gate Village Hall
Bus 4 - 3:30 at Mill Shoals Fire Department
3:45 at Burnt Prairie Church
Bus 8 - 3:15 Webb Printing
3:35 Vaughan’s Trailer Lot
Bus 7 - 3:30 Barnhill Township
Bus 3 - 3:20 Merriam Church
3:30 Clines Corner
3:45 Golden Gate Village Hall

The Lady Mules will be back in action tomorrow night at The Mule Barn. The Lady Mules will take on Carmi with JV action beginning at 5:30pm.

FCHS will be in session at its regular time on Friday, January 30th. Buses will be utilizing the snow routes listed below. Safety is our top priority. As a parent and guardian, please remember that if you determine the area in which your student travels to school is too hazardous for them to attend or to reach a bus snow route, please have them stay home and contact the main office with their absence. Absences confirmed by parents or guardians on Friday, due to travel, will not count against students in any way. Please have your students email their teachers for any assignments they might miss.

Communication Update: Athletics & Activities
FCHS is beginning the transition to Apptegy Rooms as our official communication platform for athletics and extracurricular activities. This transition will help streamline communication and ensure consistent messaging between coaches, sponsors, and families.
We are currently in the early stages of implementation. As part of this process, parents and guardians may receive an automated email notification this evening inviting them to activate their Apptegy Rooms account.
Getting Started:
• Open the email from Apptegy
• Click the activation link
• Follow the prompts to set up your account
Once activated, families will be able to view updates and communicate directly with coaches and sponsors through Apptegy Rooms via the FCHS app or the FCHS website.
📲 Download the FCHS App by using the links below or searching Fairfield Mules in the App Store:
Apple (iOS): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fairfield-mules/id1516651173
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.fairfieldil&pcampaignid=web_share
Please be aware that some Rooms may still be under development as we complete setup. We appreciate your patience as we work through this transition and continue improving communication across the district.
Thank you for your continued support of FCHS.
FCHS is beginning the transition to Apptegy Rooms as our official communication platform for athletics and extracurricular activities. This transition will help streamline communication and ensure consistent messaging between coaches, sponsors, and families.
We are currently in the early stages of implementation. As part of this process, parents and guardians may receive an automated email notification this evening inviting them to activate their Apptegy Rooms account.
Getting Started:
• Open the email from Apptegy
• Click the activation link
• Follow the prompts to set up your account
Once activated, families will be able to view updates and communicate directly with coaches and sponsors through Apptegy Rooms via the FCHS app or the FCHS website.
📲 Download the FCHS App by using the links below or searching Fairfield Mules in the App Store:
Apple (iOS): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fairfield-mules/id1516651173
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.fairfieldil&pcampaignid=web_share
Please be aware that some Rooms may still be under development as we complete setup. We appreciate your patience as we work through this transition and continue improving communication across the district.
Thank you for your continued support of FCHS.

At this time, this is the most up-to-date schedule. All events are weather permitting and subject to change as we continue to monitor current conditions.

FCHS will remain closed Wednesday 1/28/26. There will be no school, sports, or activities

