Mister Rogers . I was recently talking to a colleague about a professional learning opportunity she had attended. She mentioned the presenter had noted that some of the terms we use in education can inadvertently set a less than welcoming tone in our work together on behalf of students. This presenter suggested we use … Continue reading THE #FWSU STORY: Won’t You Be My…Partner? The Potential of Partnerships
THE #FWSU STORY: Building Positive School Culture, One Interaction at a Time
A very important part of school culture is starting each and every day off on a positive note. Taking the time to greet someone, making eye contact, and sharing a friendly comment can fuel their day and give them the boost they need to have a productive, successful, and meaningful experience at school. Human interaction … Continue reading THE #FWSU STORY: Building Positive School Culture, One Interaction at a Time
THE FWSU STORY: Eight Days in China: A Principal’s Reflection
As we sat in Atlanta on Saturday afternoon awaiting our flight, the gate area began to fill primarily with people speaking Chinese. This was not a big surprise as we were about to embark on a 16-hour flight to begin our eight-day journey in China. At that point, I remember thinking that I probably was … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Eight Days in China: A Principal’s Reflection
THE #FWSU STORY: Lifesaving Program Equips Fletcher Staff to Help Others
Emergency preparedness is a school-wide theme at Fletcher Elementary this year. As part of that effort, Thursday, Registered Nurse Pamela Scott, Chair of Emergency Preparedness for the Emergency Department at Northwestern Medical Center, trained Fletcher staff members on the lifesaving skill of bleeding control. Northwestern Medical Center RN Pamela Scott present training to Fletcher staff. Stop … Continue reading THE #FWSU STORY: Lifesaving Program Equips Fletcher Staff to Help Others
THE FWSU STORY: MEET THE NEW FACES OF BFA FAIRFAX HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL
The tip-off of the 2018-19 BFA Fairfax basketball season is just around the corner, and the BFA Athletic Department is pleased to welcome two new members to the high school basketball family. New junior varsity coaches Patrick Greene (boys) and Leslie Lamoureux (girls) are two experienced and highly skilled coaches who bring fantastic ideas and … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: MEET THE NEW FACES OF BFA FAIRFAX HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL
THE FWSU STORY: Celebrating 30 Days of Kindness at Georgia School
GEMS students celebrate kindness This year, the fifth graders at Georgia Elementary Middle School are focusing on kindness. Teachers started the year challenging the students to 30 days of random acts of kindness. The students kept track of their acts of kindness on slips of paper and hung them outside Mr. Demar’s and Ms. Mandigo’s … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Celebrating 30 Days of Kindness at Georgia School
THE FWSU STORY: A Thanksgiving Celebration of Community at BFA Fairfax
Last Thursday, our students, families, and staff members came together to enjoy a wonderful meal and celebrate our community. Thanksgiving lunch is one of my favorite events at our school. It reminds me how fortunate we are to have an engaged and supportive community in Fairfax. Thank you to The Abbey Group and our … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: A Thanksgiving Celebration of Community at BFA Fairfax
THE FWSU STORY: Teaching Young Children Self-Regulation for Resilience
For young learners, it is important to take a break and relax during the school day. Children in Miss Sweet's class take 3 minutes each school day to lay down, relax their muscles and practice breathing in through their noses and out through their mouths. It sounds simple but it requires practice! Many children try … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Teaching Young Children Self-Regulation for Resilience
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