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Vulnerability and Professional Capital in the Pursuit of Equity 

The mission of Frank M. Silvia Elementary School is to deliver a high-quality, equitable education that fosters the academic, social, and emotional development of all students, enabling them to reach their fullest potential as intrinsically motivated learners and critical thinkers. The school community emphasizes the importance of belonging and inclusivity, encouraging students to become engaged members of an ever-changing, diverse society while promoting lifelong learning and problem-solving skills. Through collaborative partnerships with families and staff, the school aims to educate the whole child and cultivate a sense of community that supports each student's growth and development.

Core Beliefs:

  • We believe all students are entitled to a respectful, caring, and safe learning environment where they are encouraged to take risks in order to grow academically, emotionally and socially. 
  • We believe that recognizing and honoring diversity strengthens our ability to teach the whole child and build a sense of community. 
  • We believe all students will develop the coping skills necessary to build self reliance, perseverance, and self awareness in order to become intrinsically motivated independent thinkers in a collaborative environment. 
  • We believe mastery learning is best achieved when students have opportunities to apply skills in authentic situations. 
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Learning about September 11th

The day so many of us remember is history for our students.

On the 25th Anniversary of the September 11th attacks, Interim Superintendent Dr. Smith visited Kuss Middle School, where Ms. Fieldman’s 7th-grade social studies students were learning about the attacks on September 11th, including key vocabulary and the events that shaped our country and communities.

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Dr. Janet Schweizer Appointed Principal of Evolve Academy

Fall River Public Schools Interim Superintendent Dr. Kathleen Smith is pleased to announce that Dr. Janet Schweizer has been appointed principal of Evolve Academy, which will begin the 2026–2027 school year as a new, standalone high school in the district.

Evolve has successfully operated as a pathway within B.M.C. Durfee High School, providing a competency- and project-based approach for students who benefit from a different high school experience. In April, the Fall River School Committee voted to establish Evolve as its own high school, marking an exciting next chapter for the growing program.

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Bus Tag Information

If your child qualifies for bussing, please visit the Transportation website and fill out the Transportation Form to see if your child qualifies for bussing. All students who qualify for bussing MUST be added to the bus list prior to riding the bus.

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