Fairmont State Celebrates First High School Graduates of Groundbreaking Middle College Program for Foster Youth

true09/14/2026 10:00:22 AMFairmont State Celebrates First High School Graduates of Groundbreaking Middle College Program for Foster YouthFairmont State University had much to celebrate on August 21 as the first three students in the Middle College at Fairmont State University program earned their high school diplomas. During a ceremony in the Falcon Center Conference Rooms, Rowin Wheeler, Cyrus Frame, and Jonathan Shirkey were recognized for this achievement. The graduates will remain in the program as they work toward earning their associate degrees. Pictured from left to right: Middle College students Rowin Wheeler, Jonathan Shirkey, and Cyrus Frame during their high school graduation ceremony in Fairmont State’s Falcon Center. The three are slated to graduate with their associate degrees in December.

Pictured from left to right: Middle College students Rowin Wheeler, Jonathan Shirkey, and Cyrus Frame during their high school graduation ceremony in Fairmont State’s Falcon Center. The three are slated to graduate with their associate degrees in December.

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