The GEMS staff started off the new year of 2017 with a health challenge. All staff members were invited to participate, and 52 jumped at the chance to improve their health and possibly win a few prizes to boot; that is a little less than half of the staff at GEMS! Joining this health challenge … Continue reading GEMS Staff 2017 Health Challenge a Success!
Support Our Schools on Town Meeting Day!
Tomorrow is Town Meeting Day! We encourage everyone in our community to vote. Polls are open 7am-7pm in Fairfax and Georgia. Fletcher Town Meeting begins at 9:30am. You can learn all about the proposed budgets here. Not a registered voter? You can now register and vote at the same time at the polls. Thank you for supporting … Continue reading Support Our Schools on Town Meeting Day!
Valentine’s Day Dance a Big Hit at BFA Fairfax
The BFA-Fairfax PTSA hosted a Valentine’s Day semi-formal dance for students and families in the elementary school on Friday, February 10. What was a cold and snowy night outside turned into a rocking community event inside! The themes of service and community were evident throughout the evening. Before the dance, parent volunteers and students in … Continue reading Valentine’s Day Dance a Big Hit at BFA Fairfax
Welcome Joanne Saunders – the New Substance Abuse Prevention Counselor at BFA Fairfax
FWSU welcomes Joanne Saunders, the new Student Assistant Support (SAP) Counselor at BFA. Joanne takes over for Christopher Fountain, who took a new position in December to be closer to his home in Chittenden County. Joanne is no stranger to BFA. She grew up in Fairfax and spent all of her K-12 school years here. … Continue reading Welcome Joanne Saunders – the New Substance Abuse Prevention Counselor at BFA Fairfax
Flexible Scheduling at BFA High School
Although spring is still just a hopeful thought, high school students at BFA are already planning for the next school year. The 2017-18 BFA Program of Studies was released this week and represents some of the changes that are happening at BFA to improve teaching and learning. The Program of Studies includes 23 new courses … Continue reading Flexible Scheduling at BFA High School
Town Meeting Budget Votes Approaching
As we approach Town Meeting Day, I want to thank all of the communities of FWSU for supporting our schools. As a student, parent or guardian, family member, or as a resident - your commitment to our schools has been fantastic. Each day, I witness hard work and creativity reflected in the faces of our students. I … Continue reading Town Meeting Budget Votes Approaching
Franklin County Compassion and Pride on Display at Fifth-Annual Pink Zone Basketball Night!
For the past five years, the highlight of the JV and Varsity girls basketball season has been the Pink Zone basketball games held vs.Richford High School. Photo Credit: Cold Hollow Photography For one evening, these Franklin County rival schools join forces to raise funds toward the continued fight against cancer. The Pink Zone night also … Continue reading Franklin County Compassion and Pride on Display at Fifth-Annual Pink Zone Basketball Night!
Taking Action with Data Through Alpine Dashboard
In order to support proficiency for all learners, there is an increasing need for FWSU educators to access clear, reliable data to drive instruction. By evaluating this data, teachers gain understanding about what's working for students and what's not. It takes insight to create a robust, balanced assessment system to help students become proficient learners. … Continue reading Taking Action with Data Through Alpine Dashboard
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