In early March, we posted a story on Schools that Make a Difference. Stacey Sullivan, a third-grade teacher at Georgia Elementary Middle School, is one of the participants in this global learning exchange offered though CVEDC. This post is the second in a series of three blogs that we are republishing with Stacey's permission (read … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Global Education in FWSU, Part 2
THE FWSU STORY: Fletcher Students Learn About Financial Literacy
Plan ahead. Isn't that what we've always been told? In Fletcher, students have begun to do just that, and they are working to secure their financial futures in the process. The Reading is an Investment Program is an initiative of the Vermont State Treasurer's Office. It encourages students to learn about financial literacy through children's books. This … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Fletcher Students Learn About Financial Literacy
THE FWSU STORY: Meet BFA Fairfax Senior Minh Thu
Minh Thu is a senior at BFA Fairfax this year. She is enrolled in a variety of courses and plans to attend college next year like the other members of the Class of 2018. Unlike the others, Minh has joined BFA Fairfax for the year from her home country of Vietnam. She spent last year … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Meet BFA Fairfax Senior Minh Thu
THE FWSU STORY: Taking Learning Outside with GPS Technology
As part of the Friends Of Fletcher Elementary (FOFE) after-school program, a group of 15 students in grades 3-6 are participating in geocaching activities once a week. The group began their learning adventure by first learning about geocaching. Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor adventure. Students are learning to use GPS devices to navigate to hidden containers called geocaches. It … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Taking Learning Outside with GPS Technology
THE FWSU STORY: Georgia Students Present 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 had the opportunity to create, … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Georgia Students Present Maker Faire
BFA Fairfax Celebrates Music In Our Schools Month
As winter turns to spring, the BFA Fairfax community looks forward melting snow, spring sports, and maple sugaring. However, another popular event also marks this important time period during the school year. Every March, schools across the country celebrate Music In Our Schools Month (MIOSM). MIOSM is an annual celebration during the month of March … Continue reading BFA Fairfax Celebrates Music In Our Schools Month
THE FWSU STORY: BFA Fairfax Students Shine in One-Act Drama
On a Saturday morning in March, students from across the state of Vermont wake up extra early and return home wildly late for one amazing thing: theater. The Regional One-Act Festival, hosted by the Vermont Youth Drama Council, is an incredible event that brings schools from all corners of Vermont to share in their love … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: BFA Fairfax Students Shine in One-Act Drama
THE FWSU STORY: Day 127
Deep into March, our students anxiously anticipate the warmth of spring in Vermont (mud season!). Day 127 of 178 student days in our calendar is just another day in the life of our schools... Students and teachers use time throughout the day to interact with each other and engage in discovery. You never quite know what … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Day 127
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