FWSU is pleased to introduce Christopher Fountain, the new Student Assistant Support Counselor (SAP) at BFA. He works primarily with students, teachers and parents providing substance use prevention awareness. Christopher is in the initial phase of providing monthly substance use prevention curriculum during designated support blocks, beginning with ninth grade in December. He … Continue reading Introducing FWSU’s New SAP Counselor, Christopher Fountain
Professional Learning Institute Centers on Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child in FWSU
What do classroom teachers, guidance counselors, behavioral support, ELL, and school nurses from across FWSU have in common that would bring them together for a two-day inservice? A dedicated interest in the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child model that emphasizes a collaborative, integrated approach to learning and health for all children. During the … Continue reading Professional Learning Institute Centers on Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child in FWSU
Thanking Our Educational Support Professionals
This is the season for giving thanks, and it is also the perfect time to show our appreciation for those within our schools who often go unnoticed. November 16th is National Education Support Professionals Day! Today we are pleased to honor all of our staff who work hard to make our schools great places of … Continue reading Thanking Our Educational Support Professionals
Franklin West Supervisory Union Selected as an Apple Distinguished Program for 2016–2018
For the second time in four years, Franklin West Supervisory Union has been selected as an Apple Distinguished Program. Our designation by Apple was in recognition for an exemplary learning environment for innovation, leadership, and educational excellence. Faculty and staff from all three FWSU schools have played pivotal roles in transforming our learning environments. Our schools … Continue reading Franklin West Supervisory Union Selected as an Apple Distinguished Program for 2016–2018
BFA Fairfax Student-Athletes Among The Best Of The Best at 2016 VSADA Student-Athlete Leadership Conference
Each November the Vermont State Athletic Directors Association holds the annual Student-Athlete Leadership Conference at the Sheraton Conference Center in South Burlington. Nearly three-hundred student leaders representing their athletic programs in Vermont high schools attended this year’s two-day event on November 7th and 8th, which featured seminars, breakout sessions, and nationally renowned speakers on subjects … Continue reading BFA Fairfax Student-Athletes Among The Best Of The Best at 2016 VSADA Student-Athlete Leadership Conference
Inclusion: A Belief in What is Possible for EVERY Student
An effective inclusive education model ensures that every student has access to a quality educational experience. The goal of inclusion is remove barriers so that all individuals gain knowledge and skills to reach their full potential. An inclusive learning environment promotes learning and academic achievement for students with varying needs and levels of ability. To … Continue reading Inclusion: A Belief in What is Possible for EVERY Student
FWSU Fuels Innovation with “Launch FWSU” Challenge
After the August Inservice viewing of Most Likely to Succeed, teachers in FWSU were invited to share a “belief in what is possible” by forming teams to participate in our first annual Launch FWSU innovation challenge. Teachers were given time to think about some of the most pressing problems that need to be solved in … Continue reading FWSU Fuels Innovation with “Launch FWSU” Challenge
Proficiency Based Learning? What is that?
Proficiency-Based Learning also referred to as PBGR, is a key component of flexible and personalized pathways set forth in Act 77. Act 77 was passed four years ago and is now being implemented across all FWSU schools. All Vermont public schools must provide students with flexible and personalized pathways for progressing through grade levels and … Continue reading Proficiency Based Learning? What is that?
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