How is a multi-age classroom model better for students? The multi-age structure offers a two-year relationship with teacher(s). There are fewer transitions grade to grade.…
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A New Year

I think it’s time to try this again! Blogging feels like a one-sided conversation to me and as much as I love to talk, it…
Continue Reading....Principal’s Blog

My name is Catrina DiNapoli and this is my fourth year as the Principal at BES. I grew up in Shelburne, VT and always knew…
Continue Reading....SES Notification Letter

September, 2012 Dear Bristol Elementary School Families, Bristol Elementary School did not achieve Adequate Yearly Progress in mathematics or literacy as measured by the state…
Continue Reading....BES Parent Advisory

This group will be revived in 2014-15! Look here for more information in October. Interested in participating? Communicate with Principal Sandy Jump. BES Parent…
Continue Reading....Men’s Basketball

Looking for Life time fitness opportunities right here in Bristol???Men’s Monday Night BasketballAges: Adults OnlyClass # 2962Mondays Sept. 12 – June 4No basketball on school…
Continue Reading....Big Change Roundup

Our Bristol Elementary School community collected nearly $600.00 during the Big Change Roundup for Kids in Vermont Children’s Hospital this winter. On Sunday, March 11,…
Continue Reading....Multi-age

Dear Parents, I know it seems crazy to start thinking about next school year already with so much more to do in the upcoming months! But,…
Continue Reading....Instructional Strategies

It is our goal to use instructional strategies that: Change the teacher’s role to facilitator rather than the source of knowledge. Produce cooperation. Allow students…
Continue Reading....Why Multi-age?

Allows for flexibility in the grouping of children according to need, ability, or interest; not just by age. Problems associated with a yearly transition from…
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