Our Cultural Similarities and Differences unit began with a look at our own culture here in Vermont. Students were asked to choose a partner to work with and a country to research. For the next month-and-a-half, students read everything they could about their country. Mrs. Rider and the resources from the library were a lot … Continue reading GEMS Students Experience Cultures in Vermont and Beyond
Don’t Miss the First-Annual “BFA’s Got Talent!” Show
Also, the first annual talent show, BFA ‘s Got Talent! will occur on Saturday, March 12 in the Richard Brown Memorial Gym. There will be two shows, one at 2:00 pm for student performances from grades K-5 and a second show at 7:00 pm for student performances from grades 6-12. All funds raised from this event … Continue reading Don’t Miss the First-Annual “BFA’s Got Talent!” Show
Thanks for Supporting Our Schools!
Thank you for supporting our students and staff members this past Tuesday by voting to pass our school budgets! The budgets allows us to continue to provide innovative educational opportunities to prepare students for a rapidly changing world. The education model that we all experienced in school will not meet the current needs of today’s students. … Continue reading Thanks for Supporting Our Schools!
GEMS Supports Community with Empty Bowls Project
Georgia students made ceramic bowls to donate to the Empty Bowls Project in St. Albans. The sale of the bowls benefit Martha's Kitchen, a local food kitchen that serves up healthy food to those in need of a meal. The benefit will take place on March 5th at Martha's Kitchen. Learning how to be of … Continue reading GEMS Supports Community with Empty Bowls Project
BFA Fairfax Seniors Engage in Town Meeting 2016
On the first Tuesday in March, Vermont’s citizens gather to discuss town and school business at the Annual Town Meeting. It’s an age-old tradition that exhibits democracy in action at its finest and messiest. Each year, students in BFA’s Senior Social Studies classes attend Town Meeting in Fairfax, Georgia, Fletcher or Westford to learn firsthand … Continue reading BFA Fairfax Seniors Engage in Town Meeting 2016
Makers, Creators, and Doer’s: 100+ Students Participate in First-Ever Georgia Elementary Maker Faire!
What is a Maker Faire? A Maker Faire is an opportunity for discussion, expression, creativity, and FUN! The expression on the faces of both adults and children show it all! On a February school night, the GEMS cafeteria was elbow-to-elbow as parents,children, and students attended the maker event with enthusiasm and excitement. Everyone was given the opportunity to create, … Continue reading Makers, Creators, and Doer’s: 100+ Students Participate in First-Ever Georgia Elementary Maker Faire!
FWSU to Launch “Girls Who Code” Club
This summer FWSU will offer an exciting opportunity for current seventh grade girls to explore the world of computer science. We are launching a Girls Who Code Club. The goal of the program is to heighten interest in this incredibly important field of study which is currently in decline, especially among women. Coding, or computational thinking, is a collection of skills … Continue reading FWSU to Launch “Girls Who Code” Club
Digital Learning Day 2016 #DLDay
Today is Digital Learning Day! Started in 2012, Digital Learning Day is a way for educators to highlight innovative teachers, leaders, and instructional technology programs that are improving student outcomes through digital learning. It is important to note, that the focus of this day is not about the technology, but instead about the learning. You can learn … Continue reading Digital Learning Day 2016 #DLDay
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