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COLLEGE AND COUNSELING PROGRAM Fairmont Preparatory Academy's Academic and College Counseling Program provide each student the individualized guidance he or she needs to succeed academically and find his or her best college fit. Academic and college-related information is also available. Fairmont's student-to-counselor ratio is 76:1 and its student-to-college counselor ratio is 44:1.This ratio outshines both public and private schools nationwide, with ratios that range from 200:1 all the way to 945:1. Fairmont College Counselors work exclusively with students in the college application process to ensure their application is authentic and unique to each student's educational background. Fairmont Prep does not support the use of outside agencies. Tuition covers the cost of professional college counseling. LIBRARY AND COMPUTER LAB Our student library is equipped with the latest computers and holds a vast collection of hard copy resources. The library provides an ideal environment for students to take advantage of some quiet moments for studying or conducting online research. SCIENCE LAB Students learn, design and carry out experiments in Fairmont's fully equipped laboratory, which houses a PCR thermocycler, gel electrophoresis and other equipment usually found only in university labs. Sophomores carry out independent research and have the opportunity to present their work at the annual IEEE Measurement Science Conference. F A I R M O N T P R E P A R A T O R Y A C A D E M Y A C A D E M I C R E S O U R C E S ONE-TO-ONE IPAD PROGRAM Fairmont's One-to-One iPad program is a primary tool for enhancing engagement between students and teachers. The iPad is used in classes as diverse as physics and physical education. Students take advantage of their iPads to access real-time content, take notes and assessments, and utilize relevant applications. FAIRMONT TEC PROGRAM The Fairmont TEC (Technology-Enhanced Curriculum) investigates the best technology tools for the classroom, provides training for our faculty and carefully plans for the use of these tools. Our goal is to implement technology that allows students to have a richer educational experience. FAIRMONT PREP PLUS Fairmont's Prep Plus offers a variety of after school tutoring and enrichment workshops. It gives students opportunities to learn more about American culture, try a new sport, prepare for a test, receive homework help or socialize with friends. Prep Plus is included in tuition. WRITING CENTER Students are able to meet one-on-one with Fairmont teachers for sound advice during any stage of their writing. The consultant provides advice to improve clarity, argumentative impact, and help overcome writer's block. 28 Fairmont Private Schools International Student Brochure