BFA Fairfax is excited to participate in its 4th annual Chinese Cultural Exchange Camp. This two-week program offers English language immersion for Chinese students and an amazing cultural education opportunity for BFA students and families. And we need your help! In order to make this program possible BFA must secure host families now for approximately … Continue reading BFA Fairfax Seeks Host Families for 4th Annual China Camp!
BFA Introduces Progress-Based Grading
Students in Math I are thinking differently about grades this year. They will be looking at their grades as a reflection of what they can do, and they will know exactly what else they need to do to be proficient in their class. BFA teachers have identified explicit learning targets in Math I, based on … Continue reading BFA Introduces Progress-Based Grading
BFA Educator Melinda Carpenter Named UVM Outstanding Teacher 2013
Don't miss yesterday's post in this two-part feature! October 16th marked the 33rd annual Outstanding Teacher Day. Each year University of Vermont honors exceptional educators around our state. Cindy Little (GEMS) and Melinda Carpenter (BFA) were recognized from FWSU. These fine educators exemplify the five standards for VT teachers - Learning, Professional Knowledge, Advocacy, Colleagueship, and Accountability. We are proud of … Continue reading BFA Educator Melinda Carpenter Named UVM Outstanding Teacher 2013
What Do Engaged Community Partners Look Like?
Target 4 – Engaged Community Partners. FWSU staff and students will collaborate, innovate, create and conceptualize ideas and learning with local, regional, state, and global partners to make a difference in their community, state, and world Action step - Plan and manage instruction around problems relevant to students and their community and develop solutions for authentic audiences. Indicator of success - Students challenge convention and … Continue reading What Do Engaged Community Partners Look Like?
What Does Leadership in a Student-Centered Learning Environment Look Like?
Target 2 – Leadership in a Student Centered Learning Environment. FWSU will foster development of teacher and student leaders who provide innovative opportunities for local and global student-centered learning. Action Step -Provide multiple avenues for students and staff to lead, advocate, and serve within the school and community. Indicator of Success - Student voice will have the power to impact … Continue reading What Does Leadership in a Student-Centered Learning Environment Look Like?
BFA Fairfax 3rd Graders Love Shelburne Museum
Target 1 – Student-Centered Learning. FWSU students will engage in personalize learning involving collaborative inquiry, problem solving and creative learning opportunities. Action Step – Highlight, create and model innovative learning opportunities that promote collaborative inquiry, problem solving and creativity for students and staff. Indicator of Success – Students and staff will participate in a global … Continue reading BFA Fairfax 3rd Graders Love Shelburne Museum
Fairfax Elementary Students Take a Hike!
Target 3 – Flexible Learning Environments. FWSU will maximize flexible learning environments by redefining the school day, promoting learning experiences that extend beyond the school classroom, and fostering creativity, innovation, and differentiated learning opportunities for all. Action Step - Develop opportunities for students to collaborate, innovate, create and conceptualize in all learning settings Indicator of Success - Students are engaged in answering authentic questions and solving problems … Continue reading Fairfax Elementary Students Take a Hike!
BFA Middle School Community Groups: Building TEAM Collaboration Skills
Target 3 – Flexible Learning Environments. FWSU will maximize flexible learning environments by redefining the school day, promoting learning experiences that extend beyond the school classroom, and fostering creativity, innovation, and differentiated learning opportunities for all. Action Step - Develop opportunities for students to collaborate, innovate, create and conceptualize in all learning settings Indicator of Success - Students are engaged in answering authentic … Continue reading BFA Middle School Community Groups: Building TEAM Collaboration Skills
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