Over the past three years, in an effort to create a best practice approach to literacy instruction, FWSU has offered Reading and Writing Workshop courses. These courses were designed for grades K-6 and were attended by district teachers as well as teachers from nearby districts. The courses met for four days during the summer, with … Continue reading THE #FWSU STORY: Reaching All Learners through Professional Learning for Teachers
THE FWSU STORY: So Many New Things to Learn at GEMS Preschool
When you take a peek into Miss Sweet's classroom, you will see young children learning how to draw and construct people by singing the Mat Man Song. The Mat Man song helps children add details to their drawings. Drawing is one way that children can represent their thinking. Constructing a model of something is another … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: So Many New Things to Learn at GEMS Preschool
THE FWSU STORY: Learner Traits and the Path to Proficiency at BFA Fairfax
As BFA Fairfax moves toward Proficiency Based Graduation Requirements with the Class of 2020, we have had to answer the following question: In the past, our policy was based on a bottom line course grade. If a student was failing a class, they were not eligible to participate. Since growth is always possible in a … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Learner Traits and the Path to Proficiency at BFA Fairfax
THE FWSU STORY: Fletcher Elementary Named PBIS Exemplar School
The Fletcher Elementary School has earned Exemplar status as a Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) School. The designation was awarded by the VT-PBIS Team of the Vermont Agency of Education and the UVM Center on Disability and Community Inclusion Collaboration at the annual PBIS Leadership Forum in Killington on October 11. Representatives from the … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Fletcher Elementary Named PBIS Exemplar School
THE FWSU STORY: Fairfax Relays Celebrate Over a Decade of Tradition, Spirit, and Community
This past Tuesday, October 9, the annual Fairfax Relays cross country event was held on the BFA Fairfax campus. For over a decade, this race has brought thousands of runners to BFA Fairfax, sporting their best costumes, and enjoying the competitive running community. It also serves as one of the highlight events of BFA Fairfax’s … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Fairfax Relays Celebrate Over a Decade of Tradition, Spirit, and Community
THE FWSU STORY: Congratulations to 2018 Outstanding Teacher Ian Flint
On October 1st, educators from all over Vermont gathered at the University of Vermont to recognize Vermont’s Outstanding Teachers. BFA Fairfax was represented by our Band Director, Ian Flint. At the ceremony, speakers that included Secretary of Education Dan French, VT-NEA president Don Tinney, and 2018 Vermont Teacher of the Year Linda Cloutier-Namdar spoke of … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Congratulations to 2018 Outstanding Teacher Ian Flint
THE FWSU STORY: Kindergarten Buddies at BFA Fairfax Celebrates a Tradition of Leadership and Relationships
Last week while visiting classrooms I heard a student ask, “Mrs. P, I’m all done with everything for the week. Can I head over and see if I can help out in my buddy’s classroom?” This question made me smile, as it highlighted an important value within our school. This student could have used the … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Kindergarten Buddies at BFA Fairfax Celebrates a Tradition of Leadership and Relationships
THE FWSU STORY: Kicking Off Year Three With Fresh New Schoology
Three years ago, FWSU implemented Schoology as a district-wide Learning Management System (LMS). It was implemented to assist us in allowing all of our parents, students, and teachers to stay connected in a very user-friendly and safe environment. Schoology is available on any platform that can access the internet. In addition to being available on a … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Kicking Off Year Three With Fresh New Schoology
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