We know that we are in the midst of uncertain times. Please know that we are doing everything within our power as a district to care for the well-being of staff, students and families. The Governor released a declaration today that stated that all students will be dismissed from school no later than Wednesday, March 18th. However, student attendance on Monday, March 16th and Tuesday March 17th is a family decision. Your child will not be penalized for staying home.
As a district, in accordance with recommendations from the Department of Health, we are no longer allowing non-essential outside visitors into our school such as volunteers, guest speakers, parents, etc. We will be asking parents to pick up and drop off their students at the front door. If you need to pick up your child during the school day please call ahead to the main office and arrangements will be made to meet you at the front door.
If you have a meeting scheduled with school personnel, please call ahead as we are making arrangements to host required meetings by phone or video. This includes Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings and evaluation planning and results meetings that are required by law.
In addition, field trips and all after-school events are canceled from this point through at least April 6th.
We are working on a plan to offer students at-home learning opportunities and access to a school meals program. We will be asking families whether or not you would like to receive meals while school is dismissed. I will be sending out further communication on this topic tomorrow.
Thank you in advance for your support as we progress through these challenging times.
Sincerely,
Brooke Olsen-Farrell
Good afternoon,
On March 15 at 3:20 p.m., Governor Scott announced that statewide school closure will occur no later than Wednesday, March 18, 2020. The purpose of this message is to provide you an update of the actions the Slate Valley Unified School District will take as it relates to Governor Scott's School Closure announcement.
First and foremost, student attendance at school on Monday and Tuesday is a family decision. For these two days, Slate Valley Unified School District attendance procedures will be waived, and no student will be penalized for not attending.
Your district leadership teams will be working with our employees to plan for the support of our students and families during the closure of school. To be clear, our primary areas of focus include the wellbeing of our students, families and employees. The plan that we are developing will strive to encompass all of the components that Governor Scott has referenced in his statement/press conference.
Thank you for your patience and flexibility as we move forward. You can expect regular communication from our district so that we are keeping you informed. We are doing all we can to make sure these priorities are taken care of to the best of our abilities.
Sincerely,
Brooke Olsen-Farrell
The “Transitioning to Adulthood” informational night on March 18th has been canceled.
In an effort to provide accurate information about 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), we have created a page on our website: https://bit.ly/38JVkpl.
Green Mountain Music District V Festival:
Friday March 6, 2020
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Mount Saint Joseph Academy High School
127 Convent Ave., Rutland, VT 05701
Concert Ticket Prices:
Adults $5
Children/Students $3
Seniors $3 (age 60 or older)
Family $15 (4 or more)
Concert Order:
Middle School String Ensemble
High School Jazz Band
Middle School Symphonic Band
High School Chorus
March 3, 2020 - Results
Thursday night: Discover Slate Valley's new approach to happy and healthy young people, 6:30 p.m. at Fair Haven Grade School.
Spring Sports Registration for Slate Valley Middle Schools: BVS, CVS, FHGS, OVS
Track and Field:
Slate Valley Middle School - Grades 6-8
Baseball:
CVS/OVS - Grades 7/8
FHGS/BVS - Grades 7/8
Softball:
CVS/OVS - Grades 7/8
FHGS/BVS - Grades 7/8
Registration is open through March 30, 2020
Formreleaf.com
Slate Valley Middle School
If you have questions, please email Kim Alexander (Kalexander@svuvt.org)
Tonight! Prospective Student Open House begins at 6:30 p.m. in the FHUHS gymnasium. Come and BE a Slater!
Please note the following Tournament Game changes:
Thursday 2/27
4:30 p.m. FHGS 7/8 Girls vs. Otter Valley 7th Girls
5:30 p.m. Barstow 7/8 Girls vs. Poultney 7/8 Girls
6:30 p.m. winner game 10 vs. winner game 8
7:30 p.m. winner game 9 vs. winner game 11
Thank you for your flexibility.
Join us this evening for an informational meeting.
FHGS 2020 Invitational Basketball Tournament Info:
Letter: https://5il.co/d30y
7/8 Tournament Schedule: https://5il.co/d30z
5/6 Tournament Schedule: https://5il.co/d310
Discover Slate Valley's new approach to happy and healthy young people on March 5.
Please join us tonight at 6 PM!
Please note: March 20th will now be a student day.
A huge thank you to the Slate Valley Building and Grounds crew! On treacherous snow days like today, they are in our schools working hard, cleaning up from the storm and getting ready for weekend events.
All activities including the Prospective Student Night have been cancelled. The Prospective Student Night has been rescheduled for Thursday, February 27th.
Supported Decision Making and Guardianship Options:
If you are considering some level of guardianship for your student when they turn 18, please join us
Wednesday, February12 at 6PM in the FHUHS media center. Guardianship options and supported decision making will be discussed. A Q&A session will follow the presentation. Refreshments and childcare will be provided. Speakers include: Claudia I.Pringles,Esq. (Special Needs Law), Kate Hoover and Dave Ramos (Office of Public Guardian, Vermont Department of
Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living)
Read about "Creating a Culture of Coordinated Support: Vermont’s Successful Transitions Program" in ICI's Impact magazine. https://z.umn.edu/58ri #vted #slatevalleyunified