Once again, our fourth and fifth graders that participate in the Elementary Drama Club put on two magnificent performances of Holka Polka for students, parents and staff members. While watching I am always reminded how valuable these learning experiences are for our students. There are so many important skills that are learned through participation in … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Bravo to BFA Fairfax Elementary Drama Club!
THE FWSU STORY: Fletcher Students Participate in “Sweet” Learning
Students in Miss Fecura's first and second-grade classroom at Fletcher Elementary recently hit the road to tour three bustling Fletcher sugarhouses. Each stop featured a thriving maple producer who is also a parent of a child in that classroom. The students are studying states of matter, and there is no sweeter way to observe the … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Fletcher Students Participate in “Sweet” Learning
THE FWSU STORY: Global Education in FWSU, Part 1
A few weeks ago, we posted a story on schools that make a difference. GEMS third grade teacher, Stacey Sullivan, was a participant in this global learning exchange offered though CVEDC. Stacey's interest and background in global education make her an ideal "thought partner" for her colleagues. As part of her graduate program, she traveled to Finland … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Global Education in FWSU, Part 1
THE FWSU STORY: Fletcher Students “Harvest” New Food Learning
Kimchi and maple glazed carrots may not ordinarily be selections one would expect to find on a school lunch menu, but a new program at the Fletcher Elementary School is tantalizing the taste buds of students and helping them learn about the nutritional and economic value of local foods. The Vermont Harvest of the Month … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Fletcher Students “Harvest” New Food Learning
THE FWSU STORY: BFA Fairfax Embraces Leadership Restructure Part 2
When Principal Dick Brown hired me to teach mathematics at BFA Fairfax 25 summers ago, I had no inkling that one day I would become the high school principal. I immediately knew that BFA was a great place to teach and learn. The students were friendly and cooperative, the teachers were dedicated and collaborative, and … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: BFA Fairfax Embraces Leadership Restructure Part 2
THE FWSU STORY: GEMS Students Shape Future of Technology in their School
As our district continues to collaborate and study what tech devices will best meet the needs of students in future years, we have come to the conclusion that it is imperative to hear from students and let them express themselves from their perspective. Diverse groups representing the student body were formed from various grade levels in … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: GEMS Students Shape Future of Technology in their School
THE FWSU STORY: BFA Fairfax Kindergarten Teacher Provides Leadership Beyond the Classroom
A few years ago, I was enrolled in a class through FWSU as a district initiative. It was entitled Powerful Interactions and was taught by Charlotte Stetson, an instructor who, after working with children for many years, decided to share her expertise professionally through writing and consulting. Many of us from all three schools in Franklin … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: BFA Fairfax Kindergarten Teacher Provides Leadership Beyond the Classroom
THE FWSU STORY: March Madness is Alive at BFA Fairfax
For sports fans everywhere, the month of March brings the transition from the winter to spring athletic season, the (hopeful) spring thaw, and the inevitable excitement created by the NCAA basketball tournament, more commonly known as “March Madness.” BFA Fairfax is experiencing its own version of March Madness this week as our Varsity boys basketball … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: March Madness is Alive at BFA Fairfax
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