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
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
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
Being Mindful at Fletcher Elementary
This popular graphic pops up on the Internet almost daily attached to some social media post. Although aimed at adults, the concept of the “stuffed brain” is even more present for children. Tracey Godin, MC Baker, Sandi Simmons, and Amy MacBeth, educators at Fletcher Elementary School, wanted to use the unique Launch FWSU opportunity to … Continue reading Being Mindful at Fletcher Elementary
GEMS Fifth-Graders Present Student-Written Dramas to Authentic Audience
GEMS 5th graders performed two student-written plays in the library to an engaged, lively authentic audience of parents, teachers, and students. The two plays were written in an Enrichment playwriting class before being brought to life on stage during an Enrichment drama class. The plays were "The Mission to Salvador" by Nate Forgan and "I … Continue reading GEMS Fifth-Graders Present Student-Written Dramas to Authentic Audience
BFA Fairfax Students Shine at District 1 Music Festival
On January 26 and 27, the Northwest District One Music Festival was held at BFA St. Albans. Sponsored annually by the Vermont Music Educators Association, the music festival features performances by the top high school student musicians in Northwestern Vermont in chorus, wind ensemble, and concert band. Students audition in early December for acceptance in … Continue reading BFA Fairfax Students Shine at District 1 Music Festival
FWSU Continues Engaging Global Community with IVECA Inter-Cultural Classroom Partnerships
For five years now, students from FWSU have engaged in global learning exchanges through the International Virtual Schooling (IVECA). During this time we have worked closely with Dr. Eunhee Jung, founder of IVECA Center for International Virtual Schooling. Dr. Jung has shared that "FWSU is indeed a leading school district in globalizing teaching and learning." … Continue reading FWSU Continues Engaging Global Community with IVECA Inter-Cultural Classroom Partnerships
Fostering Positive School Culture at GEMS
Georgia Elementary School has been planning, developing, and implementing strategies to support a vibrant student experience each and every day. School culture is all about bringing a positive, conducive, and effective morale to bolster student learning, fulfillment, and wellbeing. There are a variety of meaningful opportunities available to students. Here are just a few of … Continue reading Fostering Positive School Culture at GEMS
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