Fairmount Elementary School

Fairmount Elementary School is a compassionate and dedicated school community that prioritizes student safety and parent-school partnership. The school's educational approach emphasizes safety, respect, and responsibility, with students being rewarded for demonstrating these values. Key programs and features of Fairmount Elementary include a strong library program, PTO fundraisers, spirit weeks, and events that promote school spirit and community engagement. The school also conducts various safety drills to prepare students and staff for potential emergencies and celebrates milestones such as 100 days of learning with the students. Additionally, Fairmount Elementary values its partnership with parents, seeking their feedback to improve the educational experience, and has a strong sense of community, with families feeling like they are part of a larger family. The school has been ranked among the best in Missouri by U.S. News & World Report and has announced new hires, including a new principal, Kerri Tharp.