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Feb 19, 2026

Bennington College student completes field work at Red Fox Community School

Red Fox Community School announced that it hosted Sofia Mirenda, a Bennington College student and East Dorset native, for a specialized six-week Field Work Term. Mirenda, who is majoring in Psychology and minoring in Visual Arts and Education, spent her winter immersion exploring the intersection of art and general education within the school’s unique experiential framework.

A female college student poses in snow clothes with a female kindergartener near a snowman

Jan 15, 2026

Red Fox Community School student Phoebe Bingham sworn into Vermont’s first-ever Kid Governor Executive Cabinet

MANCHESTER, VT — Red Fox Community School is proud to announce that fifth-grader Phoebe Bingham has been officially sworn in as a member of the inaugural Vermont Kid Governor’s Cabinet. The historic inauguration ceremony took place on Monday at the Vermont State House in Montpelier, marking the beginning of a one-year term dedicated to civic engagement and community advocacy.

A group of fifth graders pose for a picture with Governor Scott

Jan 15, 2026

Red Fox Community School student Phoebe Bingham sworn into Vermont’s first-ever Kid Governor Executive Cabinet Copy

MANCHESTER, VT — Red Fox Community School is proud to announce that fifth-grader Phoebe Bingham has been officially sworn in as a member of the inaugural Vermont Kid Governor’s Cabinet. The historic inauguration ceremony took place on Monday at the Vermont State House in Montpelier, marking the beginning of a one-year term dedicated to civic engagement and community advocacy.

A group of fifth graders pose for a picture with Governor Scott

Dec 23, 2025

Red Fox Community School Delivers Games to 140 Local Families Through "Gift-a-Game" Drive

MANCHESTER, VT — Red Fox Community School is proud to announce that fifth-grader Phoebe Bingham has been officially sworn in as a member of the inaugural Vermont Kid Governor’s Cabinet. The historic inauguration ceremony took place on Monday at the Vermont State House in Montpelier, marking the beginning of a one-year term dedicated to civic engagement and community advocacy.

MANCHESTER — Red Fox Community School wrapped up its annual "Gift-a-Game" Drive on December 15, delivering games to the Community Food Cupboard. The games will be added to the organization's collection and distributed to 140 local families this holiday season.

Nov 6, 2025

Red Fox student selected as finalist for Vermont Kid Governor

MANCHESTER — Red Fox Community School announced on Thursday that fifth grader Phoebe Bingham, has been selected as one of seven statewide finalists for the Vermont Kid Governor program, representing her school with a platform focused on Children’s Mental Health.

A blond haired woman in a green button down shirt presents a young girl with long brown hair and a burgundy flowered blouse with a sign that reads "Our Student is Running"

Oct 14, 2025

'Creating a legacy for future generations': Red Fox Community School students plant persimmon trees at Smokey House Center

DANBY — Students from Red Fox Community School participated in a hands-on environmental stewardship experience at Smokey House Center last Friday, planting persimmon trees as part of the Center's new Community U-Pick Orchard.

A young girl in a yellow dress holds a persimmon tree in a planting hole while a male student in a blue vest, blue sweatshirt and jeans looks on and an educator measures the hole.

Oct 5, 2025

Red Fox Community School hosts fire safety day with local firefighters

Students Learn Life-Saving Fire Prevention Skills Through Hands-On Education

Students gather near a fire truck while a firefighter in turnout pants and a blue t-shirt points to the truck

May 19, 2025

Red Fox students conclude yearlong animal study with school play

MANCHESTER — Red Fox Community School (RFCS) will hold their fourth annual all-school play on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at the school's outdoor theater.

Students in outdoor gear watch educator demonstrate at beaver pond

Apr 11, 2025

Red Fox students explore beaver habitats at Smokey House

DANBY — Students from Red Fox Community School recently experienced an educational adventure as part of their year-long animal studies program, visiting Smokey House Center to explore and learn about beaver habitats and ecology.

Students in outdoor gear watch educator demonstrate at beaver pond

Mar 19, 2025

Northshire Bookstore, Red Fox Community School to host science writer David Toomey

MANCHESTER — Northshire Bookstore and Red Fox Community School are coming together to present an evening with science writer David Toomey, in honor of his book 'Kingdom of Play.'

Science writer David Toomey wearing a black henley t-shirt leans forward with elbows on knees

Jan 15, 2025

Taconic Music brings Vivaldi's 'Four Seasons' to life at Red Fox Community School

MANCHESTER — Red Fox Community School students started their new year with a special musical journey through the seasons, led by Taconic Music's Ariel Rudiakov and Joana Genova.

Two men sitting on chairs while playing the viola and violin in as elementary schoolchildren look on

Dec 11, 2024

'Gift-a-Game' through Red Fox Community School

MANCHESTER — As the holiday season approaches, Red Fox Community School invites the Northshire community to participate in a heartwarming initiative that brings play and connection to local families in need.

A girl wearing a red sweater sits at a table with a red tablecloth displaying various handmade crafts at a holiday bazaar

Dec 1, 2024

Local students contribute to farming resiliency research at Smokey House Center

DANBY — Over the course of the fall months, the “Living Lab” at Smokey House Center has welcomed students from Currier Memorial School of Danby; Sunderland Elementary of Sunderland; Flood Brook School of Londonderry; Long Trail School and The Dorset School of Dorset; and Red Fox Community School, Northshire Day School, and Maple Street School of Manchester.

A boy wearing a grey hat and a black hooded sweatshirt and a boy wearing a light blue rain coat are holding an apple that they are each about to bite

Nov 25, 2024

Quarries, bats, and outdoor learning: Red Fox students uncover Dorset's secret history

DORSET — Students from Red Fox Community School recently explored the fascinating world of bats while gaining hands-on insights into Dorset's geological and ecological landscape through an immersive field trip.

Nov 6, 2024

Intergenerational joy: Red Fox Community School visits Bromley Manor

MANCHESTER - Dressed in Halloween costumes, Red Fox students brought smiles, laughter, and seasonal joy to the residents of Bromley Manor, a senior living community in Southern Vermont's Green Mountains.

Students in hiking gear approaching a large rock formation in the woods

Sep 26, 2024

Red Fox Community School students explore Vermont's wild turkey history at Hildene

Students from Red Fox Community School recently embarked on an educational adventure to Hildene, the Lincoln Family home in Manchester, Vermont. The field trip focused on an in-depth exploration of Vermont's wild turkey population, combining history, biology, and environmental studies.

A girl with red hair laughs in front of a screen showing a picture of a wild turkey

Sep 22, 2024

Connecting with nature and community

RUPERT – Last week, students and family members from Red Fox Community School participated in their annual Mountain Day hike at Merck Forest and Farmland Center in Rupert, embodying the school's values of community engagement and environmental stewardship.

A group of 30 hikers including children pose for a picture at the summit of Merck Forest
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