We are Slate Valley! Hand-painted tiles by SVUVT staff at the opening-in-service!
K-6th-grades painted rocks, which will be used to create our BVS school snake project this spring! Rachel (our creative 1st-grade teacher) brought us this idea and painted the snake's head to start us off! Be looking for our snake (which will be added to for years to come) winding its way around our front gardens.
Chef Tony is Coming to Benson!
On Thursday, October 30th, students at Benson Village School will enjoy a special lunch prepared by Chef Tony from Whitsons Culinary Group!
Chef Tony is known for bringing fresh, local, and sustainable foods to schools and creating fun, delicious meals students love.
On Thursday, October 30th, students at Benson Village School will enjoy a special lunch prepared by Chef Tony from Whitsons Culinary Group!
Chef Tony is known for bringing fresh, local, and sustainable foods to schools and creating fun, delicious meals students love.
Slate Valley District Newsletter: October 24, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/6e5e2878b6d7/slate-valley-district-newsletter-october-24-2025
https://mailchi.mp/6e5e2878b6d7/slate-valley-district-newsletter-october-24-2025
Good morning, Benson Village School Community,
I want to extend my deepest thanks and appreciation to our incredible staff, students, and families for showing up bright and early for this morning’s WPTZ “Weather at Your School” event!
Our staff arrived at 4:00 a.m., and our students began arriving by 4:15 a.m., ready to represent Benson Village School with energy, smiles, and true Bear pride. You were all absolutely brilliant—enthusiastic, kind, and full of the spirit that makes our school so special.
To our families, thank you for making the extra effort to bring your children in so early. Your support and commitment mean the world to us.
This morning was a perfect reminder that it’s our community spirit, teamwork, and heart that make Benson Village School such an amazing place to learn, work, and grow. I couldn’t be more proud of each and every one of you.
With gratitude and pride,
Amy
Principal, Benson Village School
I want to extend my deepest thanks and appreciation to our incredible staff, students, and families for showing up bright and early for this morning’s WPTZ “Weather at Your School” event!
Our staff arrived at 4:00 a.m., and our students began arriving by 4:15 a.m., ready to represent Benson Village School with energy, smiles, and true Bear pride. You were all absolutely brilliant—enthusiastic, kind, and full of the spirit that makes our school so special.
To our families, thank you for making the extra effort to bring your children in so early. Your support and commitment mean the world to us.
This morning was a perfect reminder that it’s our community spirit, teamwork, and heart that make Benson Village School such an amazing place to learn, work, and grow. I couldn’t be more proud of each and every one of you.
With gratitude and pride,
Amy
Principal, Benson Village School
What an exciting morning at Benson Village School!
Meteorologist Marissa Vigevani from NBC5 broadcasted live from the school beginning at 4:30 AM, and we were thrilled to see so many students arrive early to be part of the fun!
After the final live report at 8:00, Marissa headed inside to chat with the 4th and 5th graders, who proudly shared their own weather reports — and she happily signed each weather map, much to the students’ delight!
It was a fantastic morning filled with energy, learning, and Benson Bear spirit! 🐻 Catch the recap tonight between 4:00 and 4:30 PM on NBC5!
Meteorologist Marissa Vigevani from NBC5 broadcasted live from the school beginning at 4:30 AM, and we were thrilled to see so many students arrive early to be part of the fun!
After the final live report at 8:00, Marissa headed inside to chat with the 4th and 5th graders, who proudly shared their own weather reports — and she happily signed each weather map, much to the students’ delight!
It was a fantastic morning filled with energy, learning, and Benson Bear spirit! 🐻 Catch the recap tonight between 4:00 and 4:30 PM on NBC5!
Practicing our weather reporting with weather scenes we painted
And we're LIVE! Tune into NBC5 and watch our Benson Bears assist Meterologist, Marissa Vigevani with weather updates until 8:00 AM!
Making props for the weather report!
TUNE IN TOMORROW MORNING - NBC5 Meteorologist, Marissa Vigevani, will be broadcasting her live weather updates from Benson Village School Friday, October 24th, 2025 between 4:30 - 8:00am, at approximately 15 minute intervals. This is part of NBC5’s “Weather at Your School" program. BVS is excited to be hosting this special featured segment!
There will be opportunities for students throughout the morning who are interested to interact with Ms. Vigevani and “make an appearance” in the live
broadcast and give a weather forecast of their own. You’ll be able to watch our students on Channel 5 from 4:30-7:00am and then on the Valley CW 7:00-8:00am on cable. You can also stream live online on MyNBC5.com or in the MyNBC5 Mobile App straight through from 4:30-8:00am.
After the morning newscast, students may also partake in other recorded segments with Marissa that will air during the 4:00pm newscast later that day to recap the event and spotlight our school.
There will be opportunities for students throughout the morning who are interested to interact with Ms. Vigevani and “make an appearance” in the live
broadcast and give a weather forecast of their own. You’ll be able to watch our students on Channel 5 from 4:30-7:00am and then on the Valley CW 7:00-8:00am on cable. You can also stream live online on MyNBC5.com or in the MyNBC5 Mobile App straight through from 4:30-8:00am.
After the morning newscast, students may also partake in other recorded segments with Marissa that will air during the 4:00pm newscast later that day to recap the event and spotlight our school.
TOMORROW... with the option to participate in person or virtually!
Public Hearing Notice: Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force
The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force invites community members to attend one of its public hearings to share perspectives and priorities that will help shape proposals for Vermont’s future school district boundaries. The hearing closest to us is:
Wednesday, October 22 | 6:00–8:00 PM at Rutland High School, in Rutland.
These hearings are a chance to learn about the Task Force’s purpose and process, share your ideas and concerns, and offer public testimony (2 minutes per speaker; written comments welcome if time runs short).
Your voice matters—help guide the future of Vermont’s schools!
To Participate Virtually Go To: https://bit.ly/vtredistrictingpublichearing
Meeting ID: 288 958 397 374 5 Passcode: Be2vw7j5
Public Hearing Notice: Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force
The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force invites community members to attend one of its public hearings to share perspectives and priorities that will help shape proposals for Vermont’s future school district boundaries. The hearing closest to us is:
Wednesday, October 22 | 6:00–8:00 PM at Rutland High School, in Rutland.
These hearings are a chance to learn about the Task Force’s purpose and process, share your ideas and concerns, and offer public testimony (2 minutes per speaker; written comments welcome if time runs short).
Your voice matters—help guide the future of Vermont’s schools!
To Participate Virtually Go To: https://bit.ly/vtredistrictingpublichearing
Meeting ID: 288 958 397 374 5 Passcode: Be2vw7j5
Big news from Benson! 🎥 WPTZ NBC 5 is bringing "Weather at Your School" to Benson Village School this Friday, October 24th!
Tune in between 5–8 AM to catch live weather broadcasts featuring our amazing faculty, staff, and—of course—students!
Tune in between 5–8 AM to catch live weather broadcasts featuring our amazing faculty, staff, and—of course—students!
4-5th graders read weather related science books to first grade
Board Meeting - October 20, 2025
You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Board Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School Band Room.
This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/omx-yjby-qea
Or dial: (US) +1 636-888-0147 PIN: 204 052 260#
Please note: To participate in conversation virtually and/or ask a question virtually, please use the “raise hand” icon in Google Meet. Typing responses or questions in chat is not an option.
You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Board Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School Band Room.
This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/omx-yjby-qea
Or dial: (US) +1 636-888-0147 PIN: 204 052 260#
Please note: To participate in conversation virtually and/or ask a question virtually, please use the “raise hand” icon in Google Meet. Typing responses or questions in chat is not an option.
Reminder: This Wednesday...
Public Hearing Notice: Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force
The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force invites community members to attend one of its public hearings to share perspectives and priorities that will help shape proposals for Vermont’s future school district boundaries. The hearing closest to us is:
Wednesday, October 22 | 6:00–8:00 PM at Rutland High School, in Rutland.
These hearings are a chance to learn about the Task Force’s purpose and process, share your ideas and concerns, and offer public testimony (2 minutes per speaker; written comments welcome if time runs short).
Your voice matters—help guide the future of Vermont’s schools!
Public Hearing Notice: Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force
The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force invites community members to attend one of its public hearings to share perspectives and priorities that will help shape proposals for Vermont’s future school district boundaries. The hearing closest to us is:
Wednesday, October 22 | 6:00–8:00 PM at Rutland High School, in Rutland.
These hearings are a chance to learn about the Task Force’s purpose and process, share your ideas and concerns, and offer public testimony (2 minutes per speaker; written comments welcome if time runs short).
Your voice matters—help guide the future of Vermont’s schools!
Kinder Bears are making their mark!
Students are studying famous Vermonters!
Students are learning about mass as they graph the data of the "shrinking carrot"
Our students are learning all about weather and prepping for our WPTZ weather morning on 10/24!
When I look in the mirror , I see .......
