We want to thank everyone in the FWSU community for supporting our schools. This year was our 6th year blogging about our schools every day and we really appreciate you all taking the time to read and react to our stories. We will post some stories this summer and then get back to it full … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Thanks For A Great Year!
THE FWSU STORY: Graduation 2018
Last week, moving up ceremonies and graduations took place at every FWSU school. Here are some of the memories from each event.
THE FWSU STORY: Fletcher Community Honors Retiring Veteran Teacher Jenny Blackman
Mrs. Jennifer “Jenny” Blackman has taught Kindergarten at the Fletcher Elementary School for the past 13 years and is beloved by her students, their families, her colleagues and the community at large. She will retire from teaching in on Monday, with the tremendous respect of all who have had her as a teacher and those … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Fletcher Community Honors Retiring Veteran Teacher Jenny Blackman
THE FWSU STORY: Researching & Developing A Solution For Plastic Waste at GEMS
Early this year, FWSU offered educators an opportunity to earn a FWSU micro-credential based upon the UN Global Goals for Sustainable Development. Eric Hadd, an Educational Technology Specialist at GEMS, was one of the first to earn the micro-credential based on his work with his students. Throughout the year, he continues to provide students with opportunities to … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Researching & Developing A Solution For Plastic Waste at GEMS
THE FWSU STORY: BFA Fairfax High School Field Team Transects Franklin County
The new BFA Fairfax High School end of year Mini-mester has enabled Science Teachers Thomas Lane and Thomas Pfeiffer to engage students in a unique field experience. Nearly 20 students and teachers Lane and Pfeiffer are currently transecting Franklin County from east to west. This field assessment has not been done by anyone in this … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: BFA Fairfax High School Field Team Transects Franklin County
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: BFA Fairfax Students Engage in Financial Literacy Program
Students and staff in grades four and eight partnered with Junior Achievement and People’s United Bank on June 6th to engage in a day of financial literacy. Junior Achievement (JA) is a non-profit organization that provides age-appropriate programs for youth in grades K-12, focusing on financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and career exploration. People's United Charitable Foundation … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: BFA Fairfax Students Engage in Financial Literacy Program
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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