Last month, the 3rd and 4th and fourth graders at Georgia Elementary Middle School partnered with St. Albans Museum, Friends of Northern Lake Champlain, and the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food, and Markets in Lake Lessons, a new STEAM-cultural heritage program. These students were bused to St. Albans Bay Park and Georgia Beach to learn … Continue reading THE #FWSU STORY: Georgia Students Learn Lessons from the Lake
THE FWSU STORY: A Rainy Day at Georgia Preschool
What do preschool children do on a rainy day at GEMS? Find ways to move inside of course! Build an obstacle course with your new friends! Roll a Die and take steps on a balance beam! Do art projects with Mrs. Hogg Dorsey Hogg GEMS Art Teacher Build with your friends! Listen to a good … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: A Rainy Day at Georgia Preschool
THE FWSU STORY: Students Explore Restorative Justice Practices at Georgia School
Middle school students at Georgia are exploring peacemaking circles and conferencing models with a restorative plan for classrooms that have a student who is referred by a staff member for a violation of school rules. By definition, restorative measures represent a philosophy and a process that acknowledges that when a person does harm, it affects the … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Students Explore Restorative Justice Practices at Georgia School
THE FWSU STORY: Students Broadcast GEMS TV Express
Learning about school news and current events is wonderful, but being an essential part of the communication, editing, and publishing of information, on a weekly basis, is a prideful moment. Each week the Georgia Innovation Lab broadcasts GEMS TV Express! It is a weekly newscast that provides upcoming school events, student recognition, and celebrations, along … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Students Broadcast GEMS TV Express
THE FWSU STORY: The First Days of Preschool
Welcome to GEMS Preschool! The first days of school are all about relationship building, meeting new peers, and learning about routines throughout the day. It is the start of an educational journey that determines who we are in life and it is so important for social, emotional, and academic growth. In PreK classrooms, it is … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: The First Days of Preschool
THE FWSU STORY: At GEMS, First Days of School is All About Relationships
The new school year is off to a great start to the GEMS! The first days of the new year are always focused on creating relationships among students and teachers alike. The goal is to build a promote respect and rapport across every member of the GEMS community. This emphasis allows teachers to engage in … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: At GEMS, First Days of School is All About Relationships
THE FWSU STORY: The Hive is Alive! GEMS 6th Graders Explore the Importance of the Honey Bee
A small group of 6th Graders gave us the “buzz” on bees this week as they presented their work on the importance of honey bees. For four weeks, these students studied the honey bee and all the intricacies of the hive; culminating in an hour-long presentation, complete with costume, simulations, and snacks! The students had … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: The Hive is Alive! GEMS 6th Graders Explore the Importance of the Honey Bee
THE FWSU STORY: Second Graders Make A Difference at Georgia
This year at GEMS, Mrs. Ferguson’s second-grade class embarked on a journey to learn to knit and to make a difference in their local community. The project began in September. Every Monday, the class dedicated time to improve their skills. Members of the GEMS staff offered instruction and guidance throughout the year including librarian Mrs. … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Second Graders Make A Difference at Georgia
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