Families, We are looking to launch our Walking School Bus in the next week for our routes starting at S Potomac and West 8th Street and the one on Grandview and N Franklin Street. If you are interested in having your child join the walk, please fill out THIS FORM. READ MORE >
In an attempt to keep families and our community informed and involved in the happenings of our Falcon Nest, we have decided to start a family newsletter. Our goal is to publish an edition monthly to share our focus and highlights from the month as well as to share resources and challenges around our monthly focus foundation. This month's newsletter is focused on... READ MORE >
Dear Falcon Families, Fairview Elementary is excited to launch our Walking School Bus. In order to cut down on traffic in the morning and get all of our learners to school in a safe manner, Fairview has developed four walking routes. Learners may walk to school with an adult volunteer called a Neighborhood Ambassador on one of these four routes each morning. The... READ MORE >
Families, It's time to schedule our VIRTUAL fall conferences with teachers and families. We will be using MyConferenceTime to schedule this year. The system is open now and will remain open until 11am on September 30th. Your child should have brought home a letter with information about how to get to his or her teacher's unique schedule. This will allow you to... READ MORE >
Falcon Families and neighbors,We need your help at Fairview, even if we can't have you in the building right now. If you are interested in helping in other ways and showing our Falcons what it means to be a good neighbor, please fill out this form and someone from the PTO will be in contact with you ASAP. Thanks for all you do! #Won'tYouBeMyNeighbor? READ MORE >
Thank you to all of our families and staff that made today an AMAZING first day of school! We appreciate your partnership having learners prepared for some new rules and processes like wearing masks and staying at an appropriate distance. We REALLY appreciate your patience and cooperation with our new dismissal procedures. Please remember that learner dismissal... READ MORE >
Attention Faiview Families - We are very excited to welcome our falcons back into the nest, live and in person starting 8/31! We are modifying our arrival and dismissal procedures to maximize safety and efficiency as we are anticipating a great deal of car riders for arrival and dismissal this year. Please read the attached document in its entirety to make sure... READ MORE >
Hello Falcon families! We’ve been getting some questions about masks so the elementary principals put together this video of do’s and don’ts when it comes to wearing a face covering at school. Please keep in mind that Governor Wolf’s order in July mandates masks or face coverings so all learners will need to wear one upon arrival to school each day.... READ MORE >
Check out these Falcon themed face masks and gaiters from Olympian Athletics! Order online and be ready to show off your house pride and falcon pride both for the start of the school year! http://oaprinting.com/store/fvm READ MORE >
Attention Kindergarten Falcon Families,Fairview will be hosting a Back to School Night for our kindergarten families on Thursday, August 20th from 5-7 pm. During that time, your child will get a chance to tour the building as well as meet their teacher. You will be notified as to who your child's teacher will be on August 12th and you can access that information... READ MORE >
Attention Falcon First Grade Families, Fairview will be hosting a Back to School Night for our first grade learners and their families on Wednesday, August 19th from 5-7. Please click on the link to sign-up for a time slot to bring your child in to get reacquainted with the building and to meet their teacher. Please remember to sign up under your child's teacher... READ MORE >
If you are a newly enrolled learner or have been redistricted to Fairview, we will be hosting a Back to School Night for those learners on Thursday, August 13th from 5-7. Please click on the link to sign up for a time slot to come in for a building tour that evening. READ MORE >
Due to changing circumstances, attached is an updated supply list. Since every learner will be issued a Chromebook, kindergarten learners will need headphones. This would also be good for ALL Fairview learners in K-5. Additionally, we are asking for donations of 2 gallon plastic zipper bags to store learner items as we will be keeping every child's items... READ MORE >
The Waynesboro Area School District's Health and Safety Plan was approved at the July 14, 2020 board meeting. The intent of this Health and Safety Plan is to serve as the District guidelines for all reopening activities. This plan outlines Fairview's strategy in preparing for, responding to, and recovering from a pandemic, specifically COVID-19, in a collective,... READ MORE >
The Pennsylvania Department of Education released additional guidance Thursday, July 16, 2020 regarding the Reopening of Pennsylvania Schools. Click here for information from the Secretary of Education Pedro Rivera READ MORE >
WASD is offering three options for learners for the 2020-2021 school year. As we continue to strive towards First Choice learning options for all learners, our ultimate goal is to provide options for traditional schooling, cyber schooling, and a hybrid approach, all while remaining a WASD learner. Click here for WASD First Choice Learning Network Information READ MORE >
Dear Falcon families, Regretfully I must tell you that one of our students, Jonivan Snyder has passed away. Each of us will react to Jonivan’s death in our own way, and we need to be respectful of each other. Feeling sad is a normal response to any loss. Some of you may not have known Jonivan very well and may not be affected, while others may experience a great... READ MORE >
Click here for the 2020-2021 School Supply List for Fairview broken up by grade level. We can't wait to see our falcons back in the nest soon! READ MORE >
Hello! If you are a parent/guardian who started the online registration application for your incoming kindergartner but are having trouble with scanning and uploading the required documentation, on Thursday, July 2, 2020 from 9:00 am - 5:30 pm, staff from the enrollment office will be available at Hooverville Elementary School to scan in documentation. Please... READ MORE >
Hello! If you are a parent/guardian who started the online registration application for your incoming kindergartner but are having trouble with scanning and uploading the required documentation, on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 from 10 am - 7 pm, staff from the enrollment office will be available at Fairview Elementary School to scan in documentation. Please follow... READ MORE >
We value each one of our learners and want to prepare them for their first choices in life. WASD recognizes that every family situation is unique; therefore, we are surveying our families to determine the best course of action for our learners. Results from this survey will be used to develop our educational plan for all learners for the 2020-21 school year. As... READ MORE >
Free Summer Lunch will be available June 1, 2020 through of August 14, 2020 at the following sites: Fairview ElementarySummitview Elementary Mowrey Elementary DAYS AVAILABLE AND TIMES: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11:30-1:00. Breakfast and Lunch will continue to be provided in bags for curbside pick up. Meals are available for children 18 years of age and... READ MORE >
Here it is, Falcons! It's our virtual talent show video with a few submissions from Falcon learners and a few from Falcon teachers! Enjoy this event as we look forward to a face to face talent show next year! READ MORE >
Anyone want to play a guessing game? This BINGO board contains BitMojis for all teachers and office personnel. Can you guess who's who and get a BINGO? The rules are on the page. Send your BINGO guesses to FVFalconPride@wasdpa.org and see how many you can guess correctly! Answers will be revealed next Friday, 5/29. READ MORE >
As we prepare to distribute learner items from school, there are many lost and found items that have not been claimed. Click and open this folder or this PowerPoint to review the pictures and let us know if you recognize an item that belongs to your child. Click and complete this form so we can make every attempt to return these items to your child. READ MORE >
Dear WASD Parent/Guardian, We want to take this time to thank you for assisting your child during the COVID-19 school closure planned instruction phase. We understand that this has been a challenging time and we appreciate your support in maintaining the academic requirements since April 14, 2020. Overall, as a district we are very pleased with the response... READ MORE >
As we close out an unforgettable school year, we wanted to focus some attention on all we have learned about our Project TEAM foundations. Our learners started the year learning about Amelia's Anti-Bullying foundation and how important it is to be a good friend and someone who stands up for others. After that, we moved to Harper's Helping Others, Paco's Positive... READ MORE >
Hi Waynesboro Families! Here is a video with step-by-step instructions on how to complete the online Kindergarten Registration Application from the Office of Enrollment. We hope that this video helps with questions that you may have as far as where you need to go to access the application, what you need to do to upload documentation and how to schedule a... READ MORE >
With the abrupt school closure, many learner items were left at school and we want to return them to your child and family. To make this process as smooth as possible, please follow all of the guidelines listed in the attached document and sign up for a time to come to Fairview to return any district items and pick up your child's belongings. If you have more than... READ MORE >
Families, Please take advantage of these free resources from TEAMology, the creators of our Project TEAM program to help families and children during these times. We LOVE teamology and all they provide for our school community!https://teamology.team/familysel/ READ MORE >
Ending the school year from home has been a huge change for us, our learners, their families, and the Waynesboro Community. In spite of challenges and obstacles, we have remained #BoroStrong and the Waynesboro community has embraced this tag line as well! As another symbol of our community unity and spirit, we have worked with a local business, Olympian Athletics,... READ MORE >
This week as we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, many of our Falcon Families may be wondering how we can show appreciation to the teachers when we are not together. Here are some ideas to show our Falcon Staff how much we appreciate them. Monday: Have your child color a picture for their teacher in appreciation of their awesomeness and email it to them.... READ MORE >
Send your submissions to FVFalconPride@wasdpa.org as soon as possible, Falcons. We can't WAIT to see what you have to say about our amazing teachers and staff! READ MORE >
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, face-to-face Kindergarten Registration was postponed. In order to move forward, the Waynesboro Area School District developed a plan so your learner is enrolled and ready to start school in the fall. If you have created an application, please log back in and add the required documentation. If you need to register and create an... READ MORE >
The Waynesboro Area School District would like to recognize all the hard work our learners invested in their science fair projects. Although we were not able to host the Franklin County Science Fair, please take some time to review the photos our learners submitted of their projects. Great job WASD! Enjoy our WASD virtual science fair! Disclaimer: This is Take #2... READ MORE >
As part of our continued strides towards First Choice and Personalized Learning for every learner, WASD is proud to announce a new learning program for our learners K-8 called Exact Path. Exact Path includes lessons in English Language Arts and mathematics at each child's current levels. Learners complete lessons at their own pace and teachers are able to monitor... READ MORE >
Due to the official closure of Pennsylvania schools for the reminder of the school year, WASD will be reaching out to learners to pick up personal items from lockers or desks. However, we are honoring the stay at home orders until April 30th. WASD learners and families will be notified of pick up options in May. READ MORE >
Our Falcons came together from home to show their love and give some special shout outs to our Falcon Faculty and Staff as we move into our next stage, planned instruction. We are so lucky to be part of this nest and so proud of the hard work of EVERYONE as we navigate this new normal. Our learners, families, teachers, staff, and administrators are ALL working... READ MORE >
The Waynesboro Area School District will be providing continuing education via remote learning for learners in K-12 from Tuesday, April 14th - until our return to school. This will be planned instruction, with teaching and learning in a virtual classroom setting. However, this instruction and required assignments will be limited to 1-3 hours a day with the... READ MORE >
Dear WASD Families and Staff, As you may know, Governor Wolf has closed schools indefinitely. Therefore, it is important we continue to provide you with at least a weekly update. For the next two weeks, March 30th through April 10th, we have moved to an Enrichment model of our Continuity of Education. From April 14th and beyond, WASD will move to planned... READ MORE >
Our Falcon staff is missing all of you terribly and decided to create this virtual poster parade to show you just how very much you're loved. Enjoy and remember, you've made today a special day by just your being you. There's no person in WHOLE WORLD like you and we like you, JUST THE WAY YOU ARE! READ MORE >
Having trouble accessing Google Classroom? Check out these two videos and see if that solves your problem. If not, please reach out to your child's teacher for more assistance. We appreciate everyone's patience as we troubleshoot this pilot together! Our very own Mr. Smith's video: Troubleshooting "invalid code" and other connection issues (Multiple Google... READ MORE >
In light of Governor Wolf’s recent announcement that PA schools will remain closed through at least April 13, 2020, the Elementary Division is providing the below list of suggested home enrichment activities. Completion of these activities is suggested to maintain continuity of learning. You are welcome to ask your child’s teacher for assistance if needed but... READ MORE >
Just because we are separated physically, doesn't mean we can't stay connected! Wear your Project TEAM colors throughout this week and tell us how you're applying the foundations. Today is Make a Mistake Monday. Yes, we are encouraging you to make mistakes because mistakes mean you are learning! Today we want you to wear your purple to represent... READ MORE >
Falcon Families, Fairview Elementary will be piloting a new platform for virtual enrichment with our learners. We are asking for your help in this pilot IF you have access. Please read the note above. It is also being attached to an email through our BoroBlast system and will be posted to our Facebook page if you are having trouble reading it here.Thanks!Mrs.... READ MORE >
The Waynesboro Area School District would like to recognize all our learners' hard work on their 2020 Science Fair Projects. Please consider using this e-mail address sciencefair2020@wasdpa.org to attach a photo of your child's project. We will then post a video of all the projects on the WASD website to view and celebrate all their hard work. No student names... READ MORE >
Today we celebrate spring! We can still enjoy the spring weather while maintaining our social distance. Share a photo or idea of how your learner is enjoying spring. READ MORE >
In light of schools being closed through Monday, April 13 and re-opening Tuesday, April 14, 2020, enrichment materials will be available on the district website and building websites on Monday, March 30. Learners are encouraged to complete the tasks for their grade level and you may email your child's teacher with questions. If your child does not have access to... READ MORE >
Today is Reading Day, Check out what Mrs. McGuire loves to read. Feel free to share a photo of your learner reading or your family reading together. READ MORE >
Today is Twisted Tuesday, Check out Mrs. McGuire sporting her Project Team shirt for Lamar's House of Leadership. Feel free to share a photo of your learner, or your family wearing their PTO Project Team shirt or anything in their house color. Remember Falcons, we are a TEAM!This month we are focusing on our last foundation, leadership. Lamar teaches us about... READ MORE >
It's Silly Sock Day as part of our Virtual Spirit Week. Although we might be parted by distance we will remain the Falcon family. Check out Mrs. McGuire's silly socks. Share a picture of your own!#ItsABeautifulDayInTheFVNest#BoroStrong READ MORE >
WASD is here to support our learners and families during this challenging time. The WASD counseling department reviewed and developed this list of on-line resources to assist our learners and families. Please click here for Online Counseling Resources READ MORE >
Don’t forget! We are distributing food at Fairview each weekday from 11:30-1. Families can come and get lunch for that day and breakfast for the next day in one grab and go bag for any child 18 or younger! Kids MUST be present to receive the bags. Drive through (don’t park) or walk up at the main entrance, but please maintain social distancing and don’t congregate... READ MORE >
In light of the closing of schools through Friday, March 27, the Waynesboro Area School District wanted to provide a list of educational resources learners can access at home. These resources include those currently used by learners at school as well as other resources we have deemed safe for learners. Please know, these are available as an opportunity for... READ MORE >
Join all WASD Elementary Schools for our At Home Spirit Week next week. Post your photos on our Facebook page or email them to megan_mcguire@wasdpa.org to be shared. Let's stay connected! READ MORE >
Check out all of the exciting things we have coming for the month of March. We look forward to welcoming families in for many exciting events! READ MORE >
Members of the Waynesboro Rotary Club visited Fairview today and delivered dictionaries to our third grade learners. Connections to Lamar Leadership (showing others how to help), Paco Positive Change (scholarships and picking up litter), Philo Problem Solving (polio vaccine), and Harper Helping Others (supporting the local and global communities) were discussed... READ MORE >
Our annual Academic Night is fast approaching and we couldn't be more excited! Come check out all of the adventures happening at Fairview this year. We encourage families to come and rotate through ALL of the activities, not just your grade level pod on March 19th from 6:30-8pm. It's going to be a great evening! READ MORE >
It's that time of year! Yearbooks are being finalized and ready to print. You may order your copy through the QR code above or the link below.To order a yearbook, please click on or copy and paste this link into your web browser:http://orders.picplus.com/logi... READ MORE >
We have been having some crazy "winter" weather this year and it has caused some morning confusion for drop offs. We want to take a moment and remind everyone of our procedures to keep our learners safe during this time.We ask that no learners are dropped off prior to 8:20 unless they have been invited to our Early Birds program. Learners eating breakfast may... READ MORE >
Check out all of the fun happening in February at Fairview. Don't forget to send your learners in their HOUSE shirts on Twisted Tuesdays throughout the month! READ MORE >
As we approach cold and flu season please review the excerpt below from the 2019-2020 WASD Elementary Handbook. Students will be sent home from school for: 1. Fever over 100 degrees F 2. Vomiting 3. Diarrhea 4. Head lice - student must be lice and nit free prior to returning to school 5. Rash of unknown cause - rash letter... READ MORE >
Effective Monday, January 6, 2020:Changes in afternoon transportation must be made through a written note, signed by a parent or guardian, sent to school in the morning. Unexpected changes in afternoon transportation made via phone call to school BEFORE 2:00 pm. For the safety of all learners, afternoon transportation changes requested after 2:00 pm will not be... READ MORE >
Teachers and staff were challenged throughout December to work as a team to design the best and most complete holiday trees for their houses. They had to hunt for ornaments with careers in their house's career cluster (12 total careers per cluster as well as symbols, name of cluster, and name of their foundation). Each morning we played a foundation's theme song... READ MORE >
We look forward to welcoming learners back to the nest on January 2nd! READ MORE >
Tonight at Fairview, we ushered in the holiday season with our first grade musical directed by Ms Mummert, our fifth grade band directed by Mrs. Kelly Leitzel, and our fourth and fifth grade combined chorus directed by Ms. Darla Mummert. All three programs were amazing and it was standing room only! Once again we are reminded, #ItsABeautifulDayInTheFVNest! READ MORE >
Enjoy this most wonderful time of the year with friends and family. Thank you for always making sure #ItsABeaustifulDayInTheFVNest! READ MORE >
Don't miss this chance for input!The PTO is purchasing a special gift for all of our Falcons, but we haven't received all of your input to best meet their needs! Parents and guardians please click HERE to respond to this important survey by Monday, December 2nd or the PTO will choose for you. You will need to respond once for each falcon learner in your home. ... READ MORE >
SHH!! The PTO is purchasing a special gift for all of our Falcons. Parents and guardians please click HERE to respond to this important survey by Friday, November 29th so we can the gifts here ASAP! You will need to respond once for each falcon learner in your home. Thank you for your help to surprise our learners! READ MORE >
Congratulations to these falcons for showing what it really means to be "In the House". Shout out to the teachers for catching them being good and celebrating it. These falcons show why #ItsABeautifulDayInTheFVNest! READ MORE >
Don't miss this opportunity to catch up on the happenings around WASD! READ MORE >
Thursday, November 14th is Holiday Lunch for 1st and 4th grade families ONLY. Reach out to your child's teacher for more information. Families for learners in other grades will be invited in during other times of the year.Tomorrow is the final day to turn in your RSVP for the Fall Literacy Observations on November 21 (K & 1st) and November 22 (2nd-5th). Don't miss... READ MORE >
Wear your cardigan tomorrow to celebrate World Kindness Day. This is a perfect way to show once again #ItsABeautifulDayInTheFVNest! READ MORE >
We are looking with gratitude at the months we have already shared together and this one yet to come! READ MORE >
Today was an monumental day for WASD. The ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening of the Early Learning Center and Wellness Convenience Care were held with an audience of district staff, community members, and partners. The Early Learning Center supports the district and state P3 initiative and the Wellness Convenience Care offers preventative and illenss... READ MORE >
We have welcomed grandparents for fourth, fifth, and third grade learners so far this week. We can't wait to welcome second grade families today, first grade families tomorrow, and kindergarten families Friday. Don't forget to visit the PTO table while you're in! READ MORE >
Updates and Announcements:1. This week is grandparent lunch week. Please join us on your child's grade level day. Today we welcomed 80 grandparents for our fourth and fifth grade learners and we look forward to welcoming many more throughout the week. Please contact the office or check our website for more information about assigned days and times. Please note... READ MORE >
WASD is committed to achieving First Choice for our learners by focusing on three essential pillars: academics, career readiness, and the whole child. Check out our Whole Child Pillar on Twisted Tuesday as learners helped one another line up silently in height order. This took #TEAMwork and #HarperHelpingOthers! #WASD1stChoice #learnersfirst #career... READ MORE >
Congratulations to our newly elected representatives to Lamar's Leadership Council:Amelia's House: Zack M, Brody W, Stella DHarper's House: Isabella G, Braelyn T, Leah KPaco's House: Chase D, Bailee H, Riley BPhilo's House: Noah C, Kiah D, Ryleigh SRuby's House: Ekalen B, Aubrey H, Maddalyn OLamar's House: Autymn N, Braeden S, Roland MLearners made posters... READ MORE >
Learners in 3rd grade are giving each other TEAM tickets for showing the 6 foundations. They note who, which foundation, and how they demonstrated it. Teachers are even helping them analyze their choice of foundation and making adjustments as they go. This is an AMAZING way to infuse #SEL into all day, every day proving one more way... READ MORE >
Next week we will participate in "Start With Hello" week with other schools and organizations across the country. Please encourage your learners to participate with the special activities each day. Please note that Tuesday is picture day and also Fave Shirt day. We understand if our Falcons are not able to fully participate in that day! READ MORE >
Falcon Learners are showing their project TEAM foundations and getting positive office referrals from their teachers! Check out these two falcons who demonstrated #HarperHelpingOthers, #PhiloProblemSolving, #AmeliaAntiBullying and #LamarLeadership! Way to go Bailey and Natalie! Keep up the good work! #6Houses1Nest#FVFalconsRise READ MORE >
Please review the updated WASD Policy regarding football games HERE. READ MORE >
This week we kicked off our Project TEAM Twisted Tuesdays with an assembly to introduce the characters, foundations, and our team ticket goal. Can we reach 60,000 tickets by the end of the year? Ask your learner how they earn tickets and how many we have. We are DEFINITELY "In the House"! READ MORE >
No school on Monday for Labor Day, but we will be having our Getting to Know You Spirit Week throughout the rest of the week. Check out the themes for each day! Learners should know which house they are in and which color lanyard they were given. This is the color they should wear on Tuesday for our Project TEAM kickoff assembly. #ItsABeautifulDayInTheFVNest... READ MORE >
Our first two weeks have been amazing! Just a few reminders about our arrival and dismissal procedures:1. Please take care not to park in the designated bus areas on Third Street.2. Remember that no pets are allowed on school property at any time, including those kept on leashes.3. Please use crosswalks at all times and encourage all learners to use them as well. READ MORE >
Teachers are working to help our learners and community embrace "growth mindset" and constantly believe in the power of YET. Walking around the building on our first few days, you can already see messages and lessons happening to help our learners believe in their own limitless possibilities! READ MORE >
Our first annual Chalk the Walk event was a HUGE success thanks to many families and staff members who came out despite the threats of rain. The smiles on the faces of our returning falcons were PRICELESS! Thank you to all who joined us this year. We look forward to even more families and community members participating next year! READ MORE >
Update to WASD Wellness Policy effective for 2019-2020 school year, regarding food and snacks for classroom parties and celebrations (including birthdays): · Food and snacks provided to classrooms for parties and celebrations will be required to be store bought, pre-packaged and/or sealed. · Additionally, food/Snacks supplied by parents/guardians... READ MORE >
We can't wait to welcome all of our Falcons back in the nest on Wednesday, August 21st. Please note the following reminders: On Wednesday, August 21st, school resumes. On this day and all following days, learners will say goodbye to families outside of the school building and will be escorted into the building by school staff only. This is a change from... READ MORE >
This is a friendly reminder that kindergarten will do a staggered start beginning on Wednesday, August 21st. Wednesday: Only BOYS will attend at the normal time, 8:40-3:20. Thursday: Only GIRLS will attend at the normal time, 8:40-3:20. Friday: NO kindergarten Monday: ALL kindergarten learners attend at the normal time, 8:40-3:20. Please be sure your child's... READ MORE >
Don't forget tomorrow from 6-7pm is our first ever Chalk the Walk event! We are asking any adults in the community to come spread the love and well wishes to our returning (and first time) learners and families for the first day of school. This event is rain or shine and all you need to bring is yourself! If it is raining, we will be in the gym (front entrance).... READ MORE >
Did you miss the meeting last night but want to hear more about the Walking School Bus? Mr. Jenkins made this video to share the vision with you. Call or come talk to us at the school if you'd like more information. READ MORE >
Watch our 2019-2020 message HERE.Follow us on Facebook and Twitter (@WASDPA_FV) to stay up to date.Download the WASD App for apple or android! READ MORE >
We LOVED our Project TEAM training today with @weareTEAMology!#ItsABeautifulDayInTheFVNest READ MORE >
An informational meeting will be held for all FIFTH GRADE families on August 15th at 5:30pm prior to Back to School Night. At this meeting, details about Outdoor School at Camp Eder will be shared and discussed with families. If you have an incoming fifth grade student, please plan to attend! READ MORE >
SHHHH! Come surprise our returning falcons with some inspirational quotes or pictures on the sidewalks along the routes to school on Tuesday, August 20th from 6-7pm. All adults in the community are invited to come borrow some chalk and create chalk messages to encourage and excite our learners as they start the 2019-2020 school year. In order to keep it a... READ MORE >
Fairview is exploring a Walking School Bus to improve safety and increase school attendance. Read the attached letter to see how you can help with this important initiative! READ MORE >
Fairview Elementary is launching a new Mindfulness Initiative and we would love your support. Please see the video below for an idea of SOME of what we would like to do and our donation letter with information about how you can help. Feel free to share this far and wide to help our Falcons RISE in the nest! Call or message with any questions or suggestions! We... READ MORE >
The beliefs children have about intelligence, effort, and struggle impact the choices they make about learning. People tend to hold one of two different beliefs about intelligence: Individuals with a growth mindset believe that intelligence can be developed. These people see school as a place to develop their abilities and think of challenges as opportunities to... READ MORE >
Did you know it is estimated that nearly 5 million of our nation’s 7 million students are considered at risk academically each year due to chronic absenteeism. Chronic absenteeism is missing more than 10% of the school year for any reason, which equates to being absent 18 days or more. Even as early as kindergarten, chronic absenteeism can have adverse... READ MORE >