This year, students from both BFA and GEMS were able to go to the first ever School Maker Day at the Shelburne Farms Coach Barn, in Shelburne. Students had the opportunity to explore and engage in experiments and projects around electronics, coding, robots, 3D printing, drones and music. This was a great way to take connect the innovative learning … Continue reading The FWSU Story: GEMS and BFA Go To School Maker Day
The FWSU Story: Fletcher Elementary Students Dig Into Learning
Fletcher Elementary School students learn the techniques necessary to carefully and precisely conduct an archaeological dig. The students joined a team of archaeologists from the Northeast Archaeological Research Center as they conducted a dig along the Lamoille River in Fletcher. Students at Fletcher Elementary School really dug into their learning on Sept. 20 as they … Continue reading The FWSU Story: Fletcher Elementary Students Dig Into Learning
The FWSU Story: Advisory and “Flex” Time at BFA High School
As we work to provide support for our students in our proficiency based high school, BFA has started the year with new systems and structures built into our daily schedule. The changes center around our daily “Advisory” time with the goal of improving access to intervention and enrichment for all students. In the past, our … Continue reading The FWSU Story: Advisory and “Flex” Time at BFA High School
The FWSU Story: New Leadership Joins Our Schools
Two schools within the FWSU have new principals joining the team this year. Georgia Elementary and Middle School welcomed Julie Conrad as the Middle School Principal, and Bellows Free Academy - Fairfax welcomes Justin Brown, also as Middle School Principal. Both principals have had a highly successful start to the school year. Mr. Brown, BFA … Continue reading The FWSU Story: New Leadership Joins Our Schools
THE FWSU Story: BFA Fairfax, “A great place to learn and grow”
Dear Families and the FWSU Community: Almost unbelievably, we are approaching October. I am happy to share that students throughout BFA Fairfax are deeply engaged in learning and their classroom communities. Throughout grades 5-8, walking through classrooms, visiting with students in the hallways and in the lunch room have offered countless reminders as to why … Continue reading THE FWSU Story: BFA Fairfax, “A great place to learn and grow”
The FWSU Story: “We Are All Interventionists” Training
The FWSU paraeducators attended the 4th Annual “We Are All Interventionists” training presented by Northwestern Counseling & Support Services (NCSS) School-Based programs. Paraprofessionals from schools throughout Franklin County attended a day of professional development targeted to the specific learning needs of paraprofessionals. This training is one of the many supports NCSS offers to schools and is free … Continue reading The FWSU Story: “We Are All Interventionists” Training
The FWSU Story: Come Home to BFA Fairfax October 7-12
Fall in Fairfax is characterized by crisp air, apple picking, pumpkin spice lattes and amazing Vermont foliage. It also means Homecoming is here! 2019 BFA Fairfax Homecoming will take place the week of October 7-12. A variety of events showcasing our 7-12 athletic teams, school spirit and service initiatives will highlight the fun and festivities … Continue reading The FWSU Story: Come Home to BFA Fairfax October 7-12
The FWSU Story: BFA Fairfax School Board Approves Building Bond
We are excited to share that after nearly two years of significant work, the Long Range Facilities Committee (LRFPC) has recommended, and the BFA Fairfax School Board has accepted, a building bond not to exceed $26.4 million. The bond proposal reflects a balance of the immediate needs and goals, while providing options for both the … Continue reading The FWSU Story: BFA Fairfax School Board Approves Building Bond
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