Sutton School Spring 2025 Experiential Learning

May 7, 2025

This spring, students in grades 5-8 will take part in a series of experiential learning afternoons on May 2, 16, 30, and June 6. These special Fridays are designed to give students the opportunity to explore personal interests, develop new skills, and connect with the natural and creative resources of our community.


Students had the opportunity to choose their activity based on interest.
This Spring students will have to option to participate in one of the following:
  • Music and Performance at the Burke Mountain Club (May 2 & 16) and the Vermont Children’s Theater (May 30 & June 6)
  • Biking on the ¾«¶«´«Ã½ Trails
  • Fishing in local ponds throughout the Northeast ¾«¶«´«Ã½

This spring, students in grades 5-8 will take part in a series of experiential learning afternoons on May 2, 16, 30, and June 6. These special Fridays are designed to give students the opportunity to explore personal interests, develop new skills, and connect with the natural and creative resources of our community.


Students had the opportunity to choose their activity based on interest. They’ll be participating in one of the following:
  • Music and Performance at the Burke Mountain Club (May 2 & 16) and the Vermont Children’s Theater (May 30 & June 6)
  • Biking on the ¾«¶«´«Ã½ Trails
  • Fishing in local ponds throughout the Northeast ¾«¶«´«Ã½

These hands-on experiences foster independence, teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity. Whether they are navigating a trail, performing with peers, or patiently casting a line, students are learning perseverance, collaboration, and the value of engaging with the world beyond the classroom walls. We’re excited to support them in this meaningful learning journey!

These hands-on experiences foster independence, teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity. Whether they are navigating a trail, performing with peers, or patiently casting a line, students are learning perseverance, collaboration, and the value of engaging with the world beyond the classroom walls. We’re excited to support them in this meaningful learning journey!

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