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Nature Intensive Class: Spring Salamander Study
Nature Intensive students joined Wildlife Biologist Tim Stamps to study Virginia’s salamanders and their unique habitats. After learning about their life cycles, students conducted a stream survey, identifying and recording local species while practicing gentle handling and accurate data collection. Their discoveries: Over 30 salamanders and other forest finds made for a memorable day of hands‑on science and outdoor learning.
2 days ago
In the Light of the Silvery Moon
Have you noticed that there is a full moon tonight?
Ms. Kathy's latest blog post invites families to embrace February's full moon with a simple woods walk under snowy glow or a cozy moon journal at home.
Feb 10
Bird Identification: Be a Citizen Scientist
Just before the snow arrived, we were gearing up for a schoolwide focus on bird identification. Project FeederWatch is a popular citizen science program presented by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and offers a wonderful way to introduce our community to the birds that share our habitat. Each April, participants submit tally sheets that become part of an official nationwide record of bird species. Our long-term goal is to participate in this study as a school; however, it’s im
Feb 6
Middle School Math at Brompton: Moving at the Speed of Understanding
At Brompton Community School, we believe math should be more than memorization - it should be a journey of discovery. In our middle school program, math looks different.
Oct 17, 2025
EcoSchools Green Flag Updates:
EcoSchools certification is like a green report card for schools. It shows that we’re teaching students to care for the environment through real projects; like gardening, reducing waste, and protecting local habitats, while also building teamwork, leadership, and responsibility. For us it’s a way to celebrate our school as we actively work to make a positive difference for the community and our planet.
Sep 29, 2025
Mastery Based Learning
BCS was founded on the concept of the mastery-based learning model. This is a fundamental difference from the traditional instructional...
Nov 11, 2022
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