I am a student at Fairchild Wheeler, and I can confidently say I speak for the super majority of students when I express our concerns against the temporary relocation of Bridgeport Military Academy to our campus. We, the students of Fairchild Wheeler, have built a unique educational environment that is tailored to our specific academic and extracurricular needs. The sudden influx of another academy would disrupt the delicate balance we have cultivated and cherished.

**First and foremost, space and resources are significant concerns.** Fairchild Wheeler operates with specific resources geared toward our current student population. Introducing an entirely new group of students, even on a temporary basis, would stretch these resources thin, potentially causing a decline in the quality of education and support each student receives.

**Additionally, our campuses focus on interdistrict magnet programs designed to foster a specific culture of collaboration and specialized learning.** The presence of another school with a different mission and culture could create conflicts and distractions that detract from the educational experience we are working diligently to preserve. Fairchild Wheeler is renowned for its emphasis on diversity and specialized programs that attract students from various backgrounds, all working together toward common goals.

**The transition would not only impact students but faculty as well.** Our teachers are already somewhat short on space for new rooms. An abrupt change in the student body population could lead to increased stress and logistical challenges for our dedicated staff members.

We understand the need for Bridgeport Military Academy to find temporary accommodations during their transitional phase, but Fairchild Wheeler should not be made a sacrificial lamb in this process. There must be alternative solutions that can accommodate both institutions without sacrificing the integrity and quality of education that Fairchild Wheeler students deserve.

We urge the involved authorities to reconsider this proposed relocation and explore other viable options that would benefit both institutions without causing unnecessary disruption to either.

Join us in preserving the educational environment at Fairchild Wheeler by signing this petition and letting your voice be heard. Together, we can strive for a solution that respects the needs of all students involved.