River Farm Forest School Fundraiser

River Farm Forest School (RFFS) is a small, private, cooperative K-8 (kindergarten through middle school) program in Fairfax County near Alexandria, VA. We inspire our students daily to develop an authentic appreciation for and connectedness with the environment. Our space deliberately includes access to the forest, which provides us with many opportunities to study science and nature. We take deep dives into social studies, science, math, and language arts – including Spanish – based on students’ interests, teachers' knowledge, and topics we encounter during the school year that spark our curiosity. This emergent curriculum approach allows student voices and perspectives to be heard, supporting the development of lifelong learners. Our largest classroom is the forest, which provides many opportunities to study science and nature. The forest also offers endless possibilities for exploring, practicing cooperation and teamwork, and engaging in imaginative play. Children are unique, and our learning model has no “one size fits all” approach – we strive to meet each student where they are and challenge them to excel.