Who doesn’t love a great celebration? The observance of a graduation, first job, wedding anniversary or college acceptance, celebrations are a festive and fun way to memorialize the major accomplishments in our lives. They become the “pat on the back” that keeps us motivated to keep up our good work. (After all, isn’t that what we … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Celebrations Mark Success for Fletcher Students
THE FWSU STORY: The Power of Wonder and Choosing Kind
Every now and then a book comes along that transcends age and gender through a compelling story and uplifting message. The best-selling book and new major motion picture Wonder has had that impact on our learning community. Over the past few months through class assignments and discussions, students throughout BFA Fairfax Elementary/Middle School have made … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: The Power of Wonder and Choosing Kind
THE FWSU STORY: Fletcher Students Wonder About Bullying and Empathy
Fourth through sixth-grade students in Fletcher viewed the film, Wonder, this morning at the Essex Cinemas. The film chronicles the experiences of Auggie, a brainy 10-year-old fifth grader who has multiple facial surgeries following a car accident. The boy experiences both teasing and empathy in this heartwarming story with an important message about tolerance and acceptance. … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Fletcher Students Wonder About Bullying and Empathy
THE FWSU STORY: Application Season at BFA
Throughout a student’s senior year, there are many milestones, deadlines, firsts and lasts. These all come with a mix of anxiety, excitement, and sadness for both the student and their families. One major event students are currently engaged in is the college application process. Having been through the “application season” as a teacher, principal, and … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Application Season at BFA
THE FWSU STORY: Welcome Back!
After a short break last week to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, we are excited to welcome everyone back! Here comes another great week of learning in FWSU!
THE FWSU STORY: Franklin West Supervisory Union Named 21st Century Learning Exemplar
P21 has designated Franklin West Supervisory Union (FWSU) as a 21st Century Learning Exemplar for 2017-2018 (1 of 16 nation wide). FWSU, comprised of Fairfax, Georgia, and Fletcher schools earned this award for its outstanding practices in equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge for success in college, career, and life. In order to become … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Franklin West Supervisory Union Named 21st Century Learning Exemplar
THE FWSU STORY: How Micro-Credentials are Changing the Face of Professional Development
This year FWSU launched its first micro-credential. Micro-credentials are a new system emerging across the United States that will address new (and continued) learning for educators, as well as the needs for continued professional growth of school systems. Micro-credentialing offers a proficiency-based recognition system for professional development. The micro-credential system closely mirrors our proficiency-based system for students; … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: How Micro-Credentials are Changing the Face of Professional Development
THE FWSU STORY: Dome Theatre Comes to GEMS
Last week, the Dome Theater presented several shows to kindergarten through sixth grade and opened up their show to families to experience the 16 x 16 foot wide, 10-foot tall dome. Some of the shows presented were Into the Deep, Habitat Earth, Passport to the Universe, The Secrets of a Cardboard Rocket, Dinosaur Prophecy, Saturn the … Continue reading THE FWSU STORY: Dome Theatre Comes to GEMS
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