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How Hallways Support Learning: Rethinking the Spaces In Between

When we picture learning environments, we often imagine classrooms. Desks, whiteboards, instruction, and structured lessons tend to define our understanding of where learning happens. But learning does not begin and end within four walls. Students move, think, process, connect, and regulate throughout the entire school building. One of the most overlooked spaces in that process is the hallway.

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Meet Our Team in the West!

From the Northwest to the Southwest, our team is here to support learning environments across the territory. Dave Diller and Charity Brock serve as Regional Directors, working closely with Sara Cope to support the West and keep projects moving smoothly.

From Desks to Dynamic Spaces The Evolution of School Furniture

From Desks to Dynamic Spaces: The Evolution of School Furniture

Picture a classroom from the early 1900s. Cast-iron desks bolted to the floor. Each seat attached to the writing surface behind it. Students lined up in rows, facing forward, hands folded, eyes on the teacher. In these spaces, students were not seen as individual learners. They were treated as identical parts of a whole, expected to move in sync, think alike, and follow a single path through education...

FŌM25 Recap

As we close out the FŌM25 season, we reflect on an incredible summer of service, teamwork, and impact. This year we had the privilege of playing it forward for Annie Mondragon, the Barton family, McDowell County Schools, the Woerner family, World Orphans, and Kids’ Food Basket in honor of Rose.

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FŌM25 Playoff Game: Kids' Food Basket Honoring Rose Sturgis

From August 25th-August 29th, our team is playing for Kids’ Food Basket in honor of Rose Sturgis, a beloved member of our FAMcore team in the Lakeshore Sewing Department who passed away in February 2025. Rose had a deep passion for ensuring children never went hungry and we are honored to play this final week of FŌM25 in her memory.

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FŌM25 Weeks 13-16: World Orphans

From July 28–August 22, our team is #PlayingItForward for World Orphans. World Orphans' mission is to equip, inspire, and mobilize the church to care for orphans and vulnerable children.

Classroom Strategies For Diverse Minds Pt 4

Classroom Strategies for Diverse Minds

The Neurodiversity Series – Part 4

Every learner brings a unique set of strengths, needs, and preferences into the classroom. For neurodivergent students, including those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences, traditional classrooms often fall short of providing the flexibility and support they need to thrive. Creating an inclusive classroom means moving beyond awareness and taking action.

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FŌM25 Weeks 9-12: The Woerner Family

From June 30–July 25, our team is #PlayingItForward for the Woerner family—Mike, Eva, and Ozzy. In late 2024, Mike was diagnosed with stage 4 small bowel adenocarcinoma, a rare form of cancer that develops in the small intestine. Since then, the Woerners have been adjusting to a new reality—supporting Mike through treatment and working through the many changes that come with it.

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FŌM25 Weeks 5-8: McDowell County Schools

From June 2–27, our team is #PlayingItForward for McDowell County Schools. The county was hit by major flooding in February 2025, causing extensive damage and prompting school closures. Through it all, the district stayed focused on connection, care, and helping the community move forward.

Understanding Every Learner Pt 3

Understanding Every Learner

The Neurodiversity Series – Part 3

In today's learning environments, it is more important than ever to acknowledge the diverse needs of learners. Neurodiversity challenges the traditional model of education that treats all students as if they learn in the same way. It means seeing each learner not as a diagnosis or a set of challenges, but as an individual with unique strengths, needs, and ways of engaging with the world. When educators shift their mindset in this way, they create space for deeper connection, stronger engagement, and meaningful growth for every student.

The Power of Inclusive Education Pt 2

The Power of Inclusive Education

The Neurodiversity Series – Part 2

Inclusive education isn’t just a teaching method. It is a mindset rooted in the belief that every student deserves access to high-quality learning, no matter their background, identity, or ability. When we build environments that support all learners, we’re not only meeting their academic needs but also contributing to more compassionate and equitable communities.

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FŌM25 Weeks 1-4: The Barton Family

From May 5–30, our team is #PlayingItForward for the Barton family—Bill, Marci, Sydney, and Lucas. Lucas was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) when he was five and a half years old. DMD is a severe, progressive genetic disorder that causes muscle degeneration and weakness due to the absence of dystrophin, a protein that helps keep muscle cells intact.

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FŌM25 Preseason: Annie Mondragon

Annie Mondragon is from Pueblo, Colorado and has been a valued member of our FAMcore for just over a year. In December 2024, Annie was diagnosed with breast cancer. She underwent surgery in February and recently completed a series of radiation treatments...

Understanding Neurodiversity in the Classroom Pt 1

Understanding Neurodiversity in the Classroom

The Neurodiversity Series – Part 1

The term neurodiversity was first coined by Australian sociologist Judy Singer in the late 1990s. It refers to the natural variation in human brain function and cognition, including differences in learning, attention, mood, socialization, and communication. Conditions such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, and Tourette syndrome all fall under the broader umbrella of neurodivergence.

How Soft Seating Supported One Third Graders Needs

The Student Experience: How Soft Seating Supported One Third Grader's Needs

With Regional Director Dave Diller

Recently, I visited an elementary school just outside of Sacramento, specifically a third-grade classroom that had just received updated furniture. Along with the Fōmcore pieces, there was other flexible furniture—desks and chairs—all highly modular and easily movable within the space. I was there to observe and see how the furniture supported the students.

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