Fairfield Community High School has announced its list of Illinois State Scholars for the 2026–2027 academic year. The prestigious State Scholar Program honors students across Illinois for exceptional academic achievement, using a formula that factors in sixth-semester class rank, unweighted GPA, and ACT scores.
FCHS has recognized 10 members of the Class of 2026 for earning the distinction:
Allison Breuer, daughter of Kelli & Todd Breuer
Jaycie Couch, daughter of Heather Armstrong & John David Couch
Eden Duckworth, daughter of Jess & Morgan Duckworth
Lela Duckworth, daughter of Jess & Morgan Duckworth
Ethan Hungerford, son of Lea Ann & Joey Hungerford
Anne Kelly, daughter of Jean & Brad Donelson & Michael Kelly
Addilyn Lafikes, daughter of Marla & Jon Lafikes
Maci McConnaughhay, daughter of Alissa McConnaughhay & Michael McConnaughhay
Evan McNeil, son of Jennifer Vowels & Eric McNeil
Grady Simpson, son of Jessica & Nathan Simpson
School officials congratulated the students for their dedication and academic excellence.