Seniors Graduate from Fairborn Digital Academy

On January 22, Fairborn Digital Academy (FDA) celebrated 22 graduates who earned their diplomas through determination, persistence, and a commitment to finishing what they started. FDA holds graduation ceremonies twice each year for students who meet the State of Ohio requirements for a high school diploma during each semester.

The January 2026 graduates of Fairborn Digital Academy are:

James D. Beam

La’Nyah Bland

Ginger Reese Christopher

Dillon Dean Day-Oda

Kamryn Demolet Roark

Matthew Dennery

Elijah Gonzalez

Angel Grant

Emily Johnson

Tyler Killian

Nicole Frances King

Briauna Lewis

Rose R. Lewis

Grace Mahoro

James McClusky

Akira Mefford

Roslyn Sambrano

Caleb William Shackleford

Makayla Skapik

Collin Smith

Jack Steeves

Greg Weightman

Founded in 2002, Fairborn Digital Academy is a public community school and dropout prevention and recovery program serving students in grades 9 through 12 from Fairborn and surrounding districts.

In an effort to re-engage students, FDA provides a flexible learning model that combines online coursework with in-person class time and dedicated work with accountability coaches with individualized learning plans, tutoring support, and access to current technology.

“A traditional high school environment does not work for every student,” said Erik Tritsch, Executive Director of Fairborn Digital Academy. “We focus on helping students identify what they need to succeed, whether that is flexibility, additional support, or a smaller setting. Graduation is a major accomplishment, and we are proud of what these students have worked through to get here.”

FDA has earned an overall rating of Exceeds Standards on the Ohio State School Report Card for four consecutive years. The school also saw strong improvement in Gap Closure, which measures progress for student groups in English language arts, math, and graduation rates.

To learn more about Fairborn Digital Academy and whether it may be the right fit for your student, visit fairborndigital.us or call 937-879-0511.