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
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: 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: 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: GEMS Students Celebrate Olympic Learning
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: 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
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