Olympians can be great models for young students. Many of our elementary classrooms have been closely following the Winter Olympics in 2018. The excitement of daily medal counts and the different countries represented have consumed many morning meeting discussions. As part of the celebration of the 2018 Winter Olympics, students in STEM class at GEMS … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: GEMS Students Celebrate Olympic Learning
THE FWSU STORY: For BFA Fairfax’s Isaac Collins, Leading by Example is the Name of the Game
For BFA Fairfax senior and soccer star Isaac Collins, setting a good example is his most important goal. Whether he’s inspiring his peers as captain of the soccer team or volunteering in his community as part of the National Honor Society, Collins says, “I like to lead by example.” The renowned athlete and respected musician got … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: For BFA Fairfax’s Isaac Collins, Leading by Example is the Name of the Game
THE FWSU STORY: Gold Medal Fun in BFA Fairfax Elementary Physical Education
Every four years students throughout the state of Vermont experience the excitement of watching fellow Vermont athletes compete as members of the United States Winter Olympic team. From skiing and bobsled to skating, snowboarding, and curling, young Vermonters watch their idols and role models participate in a multitude of events with the hope of … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Gold Medal Fun in BFA Fairfax Elementary Physical Education
THE FWSU STORY: P21 Recognizes FWSU for Exemplary 21st Century Learning Practices
Last week Principal Frank Calano (GEMS) and Superintendent Ned Kirsch traveled to Washington D.C. to attend an award celebration where FWSU was named Vermont’s first P21 Exemplar Program. The mission of Partnership for 21st Century Learning is to serve as a catalyst by building collaborative partnerships among education, business, community, and government leaders so that … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: P21 Recognizes FWSU for Exemplary 21st Century Learning Practices
THE FWSU STORY: STEM Learning Opportunities Continue to Grow at BFA Fairfax Elementary/Middle School
To better prepare for their future, students need to develop a skill set for solving complex, real-world problems. Innovation is prevalent throughout our PreK-8 school. Kindergarten STEM Challenges, Grade 1 Magnificent Mondays, Grade 3 & 4 Innovation Day, Grade 5 Innovation Hour and Grades 6-8 Flexible Learning Opportunities allow students choice in what they would … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: STEM Learning Opportunities Continue to Grow at BFA Fairfax Elementary/Middle School
THE FWSU STORY: Georgia Students Step into their Future
In the middle of January, all seventh and eighth-grade students participated in Step into Your Future at Georgia. The purpose of this program is to engage our middle school students to begin discussing their futures in high school and beyond. These discussions give students information about how the choices people make expand or restrict future opportunities. … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Georgia Students Step into their Future
THE FWSU STORY: From Farming to Nursing, Fletcher’s Lydia Tinker is Always a Caretaker
From nurturing newborn calves on her family's farm to professional nursing, at 17, Fletcher’s Lydia Tinker has accomplished far more than most students her age, and she doesn’t plan on slowing down anytime soon. Tinker started her academic career at the Fletcher Elementary School as a three-year-old preschool student and graduated sixth grade nine years … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: From Farming to Nursing, Fletcher’s Lydia Tinker is Always a Caretaker
THE FWSU STORY: Prehistoric Giants Teach Fletcher Students About History and Science
Three prehistoric beasts took the Fletcher Elementary School gym by storm Monday. The brightly colored larger-than-life guests were part of the Dinosaur Science Series, educational programming infused with engaging antics, that is the brainchild of paleontologist and comedian Bob Lisaius, otherwise known as Dinoman. Dressed in a multi-pocket vest and tan hat, Lisaius, burst onto … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Prehistoric Giants Teach Fletcher Students About History and Science
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