BRANFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS FRANCIS WALSH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL
FRANCIS WALSH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL
185 Damascus Road Branford, CT 06405 203-48 8- 8317
Teachers from the world language department presented "Re-imagining your District's World Language Curriculum" at the CT COLT World Language Conference. They shared Branford Public Schools' process of reimagining the World Language curriculum and showcased their "Vamos a leer" unit, reflecting the content standards.
Teachers collaborated in vertical and cross-content teams to support multi-language learners demonstrating collective efficacy. Through participating in workshops focusing on implementing an effective co-teaching model and strategies to support all learners, the team was coached and supported with professional consultants and district leadership.
WIS fifth grade students held a talent show each trimester, showcasing their dance, musical, and artistic talents.
Peer Leaders attended a leadership conference at Naugatuck Valley Community College developing their skills as leaders in the school and community.
For the second consecutive year, WIS hosted Blues and Beyond, allowing fifth and eight grade students to learn about the intersection of the arts and Black History.
WIS hosted two author visits this year. The first celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with Luisana Duarte Armendariz. Students participated in a book club reading Julieta and the Diamond Enigma . The students then participated in an author's workshop and writing experience with Duarte including a family event that same evening. The second author visit was an engaging presentation of the beloved author and New York Times Bestselling Author- James Ponti.
In Science Olympiad, the Red Team, took 3rd place overall with students from both Red and White teams medaling in many of the 23 events.
“At WIS, we honor our Core 4 values of safety, respect, responsibility, and citizenship, which guide us in building a nurturing and dynamic community, preparing our students for a future of integrity, compassion, and lifelong learning.” - Raeanne Reynolds, Principal 23
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