On Friday nights throughout the year, the Middle School Gym is transformed into an intimate performance space filled with students, parents, and other community members. Last Friday night was the kickoff to another season of BFA Coffee House. Coffee House is a student-led, student-produced, and student-performed event that showcases the talent of our amazing young … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Coffee House Still Going Strong at BFA Fairfax
THE FWSU STORY: Preserving an Enduring Tradition at BFA Fairfax
Tomorrow, October 10, the voters of the Town of Fairfax will head to the polls to cast their vote on a $16M renovation project at Bellows Free Academy in Fairfax, VT. It's been 20 years since there have been any renovations to the BFA Fairfax facility, and over 30 years since the middle and high … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Preserving an Enduring Tradition at BFA Fairfax
Come Home To BFA Fairfax October 7-14
Changing leaves, crisp fall air, cider donuts and apple picking can only mean one thing: homecoming is here! The 2017 BFA Fairfax Homecoming will take place the week of October 7-14. A variety of events showcasing our 7-12 athletic teams, school spirit, and service initiatives will highlight the fun and festivities for all students, staff, … Continue reading Come Home To BFA Fairfax October 7-14
THE FWSU STORY: In Honor of Benefactor Hiram Bellows, BFA Gives Back
Hiram Bellows was a humanitarian who wanted all students to have the opportunity for a high-quality education. His contributions to the St. Albans and Fairfax communities have had immeasurable impacts. In recognition of his gifts to our towns, students chose to give back in a variety of ways. Ninth-grade BFA Fairfax students were engaged in … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: In Honor of Benefactor Hiram Bellows, BFA Gives Back
THE FWSU STORY: BFA Preschoolers Engage in STEM
Every day in preschool we work to integrate academic content and skills into our classroom. We believe that every interaction with our students is an opportunity for learning. Students are constantly learning through guided play, group activities, and one-to-one interactions with staff members. Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) activities are particularly engaging to our … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: BFA Preschoolers Engage in STEM
Proficiency: How BFA Fairfax is Transforming the High School Experience
Vermont’s Act 77 requires high schools to change their graduation requirements from a credit based system to one based on proficiencies starting with the Class of 2020. High schools throughout the state have seen this shift as a challenge, a problem or, in the case of BFA Fairfax, an opportunity. Teachers at BFA were ready … Continue reading Proficiency: How BFA Fairfax is Transforming the High School Experience
Beyond the Championship Banner: How BFA Fairfax Defines Success in Co-Curricular Athletics
Pep rallies, homecoming events, last-second winning shots, bonfires, and state championship games - these can embody some of the fondest and exciting memories of our high school years. BFA Fairfax has been extremely fortunate to experience immense success in our athletic programs. Multiple state championships, numerous league titles, and dozens of individual all-league and all-state … Continue reading Beyond the Championship Banner: How BFA Fairfax Defines Success in Co-Curricular Athletics
THE #FWSU STORY: Why Shared Leadership Matters
August 29, 2017, marked my 21st opening of school as a public school educator. It is one of my favorite days of the year. There is the excitement of watching students reconnect with their friends and staff members and the newness of establishing routines, expectations, and building relationships that will serve as the foundation for … Continue reading THE #FWSU STORY: Why Shared Leadership Matters
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