George Washington School


enVisionMATH mirrors Common Core

The use of technology like Christin Kiernan’s SmartBoard and visual manipulatives such as blocks or counters is part of a program called enVisionMATH used in Questar III grades K-6 math classes. The program, which aligns with the new Common Core Learning Standards, includes multiple teaching approaches based on the student’s intellectual abilities.

Win-win with internal promotion

Qualified job seekers trying to find teaching positions in today’s competitive job market may want to consider first working as a teaching assistant (TA) at Questar III BOCES.

Students learn fire safety

In recognition of Fire Safety Week, students at Questar III BOCES’ George Washington School in Troy were greeted by fireman in their school’s gymnasium on October 12 to learn how to avoid fires and what to do in case a fire is started.

Local spa gives back

The Ivy Spa in East Greenbush donated free chair massages to teachers at Questar III’s George Washington School in Troy in recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week.

School seeks help for family

Staff at Questar III’s George Washington School are seeking help for a student’s family. The family lost everything in a house fire.