THE FWSU STORY: Author-Adventurer Jan Reynolds Talks Sustainability and Culture in Fletcher

"Well, they could just ride their bikes to work," Fletcher Elementary School kindergartener Matthew Ryan suggested with enthusiasm, wagging his left index finger in the air while holding a microphone in his right. In front of the entire school, Ryan was responding to a question by author-adventurer Jan Reynolds, who visited Fletcher Monday to engage … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Author-Adventurer Jan Reynolds Talks Sustainability and Culture in Fletcher

THE FWSU STORY: BFA Fairfax Students Raise Awareness and Aid for Hurricane Relief in Puerto Rico

Eighth-grade students at BFA Fairfax recently organized a bake sale to benefit those impacted by Hurricane Maria, which struck Puerto Rico last month.  The students also sought to raise awareness of the need for relief. The idea came as students in Emily Wills' Grade Support Block were discussing current events. The group collaborated with other … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: BFA Fairfax Students Raise Awareness and Aid for Hurricane Relief in Puerto Rico

THE FWSU STORY: Farm to School Harvest Supper Connects Fairfax Community

On a beautiful October night, the BFA Fairfax Farm to School Club was proud to host its first Harvest Supper. The dinner hosted 200 guests and brought together families and community partners to celebrate the start of autumn, and showcase local products, much of it provided by the BFA Fairfax school garden. The Farm to School … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Farm to School Harvest Supper Connects Fairfax Community

THE FWSU STORY: In Honor of Benefactor Hiram Bellows, BFA Gives Back

Hiram Bellows was a humanitarian who wanted all students to have the opportunity for a high-quality education. His contributions to the St. Albans and Fairfax communities have had immeasurable impacts. In recognition of his gifts to our towns, students chose to give back in a variety of ways. Ninth-grade BFA Fairfax students were engaged in … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: In Honor of Benefactor Hiram Bellows, BFA Gives Back