Next week, please join Casey O'Meara, Slate Valley's Director of Curriculum, Slate Valley Interventionists and Coaches, and Principal Kim Prehoda for an informational meeting on leveraging Title I Schoolwide Programs to Address Barriers to Academic Success on August 27, 2024 3:00 pm at Castleton Elementary School. The meeting can also be accessed using the following Google Meet link, meet.google.com/xxa-vdnw-cyz.You may view the slides (with a survey at the end) from the presentation here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1YT199Tzt3lXdmpfQzQgpf2hjjiES3f4Vh5qdoEcyZrA/edit#slide=id.p1
We look forward to seeing you!
Slate Valley Summer Happenings: Submitted by FHUMS Administrative Assistant, Mrs. Haley. "The middle school summer mailing went to the post office Friday afternoon, 8/9. The mailing includes summer letters from the superintendent and middle school principal, Ms. Paquette, emergency cards and sign off sheets to be returned to the middle school office, nurse paperwork, school calendars, supply lists and more! For anyone who didn’t receive a packet in the mail, more will be available at open house on August 26th, or email Ms. Paquette at jpaquette@svuvt.org."
Board Meeting - August 19, 2024
You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Board Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Fair Haven Grade School.
This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/fod-mfwj-whq
Or dial: (US) +1 812-777-8480 PIN: 216 292 225#
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.
Slate Valley Summer Happenings: Welcome Back Class of 1971! Our District Curriculum Coordinator, Mr. O'Meara, welcomed members of the FHUHS Class of '71 back to their old
stomping grounds and gave them a building tour. The alumni acknowledged that so much
had changed, but their bond hadn't.
Mark your calendars for the CES OPEN HOUSE - Tuesday, August 27th from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm! See your child's classroom and meet their teacher for the new year!
Mr. Merolle’s son, Luca, is Bee-coming a honey hunter! He joined his dad last week to harvest nature’s candy from the hives on the FHUMHS’s campus. Thank you Mr. Merolle for demonstrating this process from flower to jar!
Slate Valley Summer Happenings: Castleton Elementary School's 2/3 Looping Teacher, Mrs. Gorruso is shining in her new role as Robby’s mom! Baby Gorruso is soaking up all the love and attention this summer as his mother and father enjoy every precious moment.
Slate Valley Summer Happenings: History Comes Alive!
FHUHS Social Studies teacher, Mrs. Beth Nicholson, and her son, Brodie, have been exploring our local Revolutionary War sites this summer. Brodie's passion for the era ignited as they immersed themselves in the history of Fort Ticonderoga, the thrilling Hubbardton battle reenactment, and the strategic location of Mount Independence.
Slate Valley Summer Happenings: Submitted by FHUMHS Special Education Teacher, Jennifer Westebbe. “This summer I discovered an amazing Instagram account dedicated to disability awareness! Plus I have been diving deep into this topic by reading two newly discovered books. I also chased a sunrise on the Maine coast and indulged in fresh seafood. To brighten up my weeks, I joined Blume Vermont, a community supported agricultural market to receive 15 weeks of gorgeous, locally-grown flowers! Supporting women-owned businesses and filling my home with beauty—it's a win-win!”
Slate Valley Summer Happenings: The individual responsible for the meticulous care of the flower pots near the FHUMHS side entrance has been identified. Ms. Janna Webb was captured on camera performing this kind act daily during her walks. We extend our sincere gratitude for her dedication to our campus environment.
Slate Valley athletics will be holding a fall informational meeting for athletes and families of grades 5 & 6 on Thursday, August 29th at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be at Fair Haven Union Middle & High School. We anticipate holding it in the gymnasium. Students signed up to participate in soccer or cross country, or others looking to learn more about other sports being offered at the high school level and how they might be able to get involved should attend this meeting. Teams will begin practices on Tuesday September 3rd.
CES OPEN HOUSE - Please join us Tuesday, August 27th from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm! See your child's classroom and meet their teacher for the new year!
Slate Valley Summer Happenings: Congratulations to SVUUSD’s psychologist, Ms. Allison Cosey and FHUMS’s science teacher, Mr. Will DiFrancesco on their recent marriage! The Slate Valley newlyweds embarked on a grand European adventure, beginning in Paris just before the Olympic Games. Their exciting escapade continued through Munich, Germany, Salzburg, Austria, and concluded in the enchanting landscapes of Italy!
Slate Valley Summer Happenings: FHUMHS Instructional Assistant, Ms. Robin Sheldrick, traveled to various states during her Civil War themed vacation. She went to Harper's Ferry in West Virginia, Antietam in Maryland and Gettysburg in Pennsylvania. Ms. Sheldrick commented, "There's so much history in a very small area. It was quite sobering to visit the battlefields."
Slate Valley Summer Happenings: Another behind the scenes project completed by our maintenance team. A new boiler system was installed for the Orwell Village School's cafeteria and gym!
Lunch and Breakfast for anyone 18 or under! This is offered in the Fair Haven Grade School Cafeteria, Monday - Friday, until August 16th. Meals can not be taken out, they must be enjoyed in the school cafeteria. Breakfast is served 8:30 to 9:30 AM, Lunch is from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
For other Summer Meal locations, go to: https://www.fns.usda.gov/summer/sitefinder
Slate Valley Summer Happenings: If you have visited any of the district's school grounds, you may have noticed how nice many of the garden beds look. For this we owe a special thank you to community member, Dr. Diercksen, who volunteers his time to weed, and prune many of
the gardens throughout Slate Valley. The two pictured here are on the Fair Haven Middle & High School campus. Thank you Dr. Diercksen!
The Class of 2023 invites you to a heartfelt ceremony to dedicate a maple tree in memory of their classmate, Kris Severance. This beautiful tree will stand as a lasting symbol of Kris's life and spirit.
Please join us August 19th, 5:00 PM at Fair Haven Union Middle & High School
Let’s come together to honor Kris and celebrate his memory.
Attention: Long Announcement with lots of information concerning SVUUSD Fall Sports -
The fall sports season is just around the corner. Interested student-athletes are reminded to register on Form ReLeaf (https://app.formreleaf.com/login) prior to the start of the season. Up to date physicals need to be on file with the schools, Physicals are valid for two years.
FHUMHS will be hosting our Fall Kickoff Information Meeting for athletes and parents for grades 7-12 at 6pm on Thursday August 22nd. An overview of the upcoming season, and the expectations for our athletes and families will be discussed, as well as important information regarding sports injuries, treatment, and other safety measures we have in place. Teams will then break off for brief meetings with their coaches where families can ask questions. All athletes and parents are expected to attend this meeting.
This event is sponsored by the Slater Booster Club. They will be providing hot dogs and water. We hope all families will consider becoming members of the booster club, as they are a great resource for our school teams and clubs. They only ask for a few nights a season to volunteer with them.
We encourage families to download the Slate Valley Unified Union app (Android and Apple). All schedules will be accessible through the app.
Below are the start dates for the sports offered for the fall season. Preseason Practice schedules for each team will be posted soon.
Fair Haven Union Middle /High School Teams
Football—grades 9-12 Varsity & JV. Start date is Monday August 12th.
Cheer—Grades 8-12 Varsity only. Start date is Thursday August 15th.
Field Hockey–-grades 9-12 Varsity only at this time. Start date is Thursday August 15th.
Interested 8th graders should email Craig Pettis, Head Coach, at cpettis@svuvt.org , and Eric Ramey, Athletic Director at eramey@svuvt.org
Cross Country—grades 9-12 Varsity only. Start date is Thursday August 15th.
Grades 6-8 Middle School. Start date is Thursday August 29th.
Golf—grades 9-12 Varsity only, Boys and Girls. Start date is Thursday August 15th.
Interested middle school kids can practice with the high school members. They should email Steve Cathcart, Head Coach, at matchplaychamp08@gmail.com , and Eric Ramey, Athletic Director at eramey@svuvt.org
Girl’s Soccer—grades 9-12 Varsity only. Start date is Thursday August 15th.
*8th graders interested in starting practice with the high team can report August 15.
Please email Teri Perry, Head Coach, at teresa.perry@svuvt.org , and Eric Ramey, Athletic Director at eramey@svuvt.org 7th/8th Grade Soccer will begin on Aug 29
Boy’s Soccer—grades 9-12 Varsity only. Start date is Thursday August 15th.
*8th graders interested in starting practice with the high team can report August 15.
Please email Tim Dayton, Head Coach, at tdayton@svuvt.org , and Eric Ramey, Athletic Director at eramey@svuvt.org 7th/8th Grade Soccer will begin on Aug 29
Bass Fishing—grades 9-12 Varsity only. Start date is Thursday August 15th.
Younger students interested in some form of participation are encouraged to email
Eric Ramey, Athletic Director at eramey@svuvt.org .
Slate Valley 5th/6th Grade Soccer Girl’s & Boy's
Both teams will begin practices on Tuesday September 3rd.
There will be a Athlete/Parent meeting scheduled for Thursday August 29th in the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School Gym.
Any questions, please contact Athletic Director, Mr. Eric Ramey at eramey@svuvt.org
Slate Valley Summer Happenings: Mr. Greene has been busy applying fresh coats of paint to many office and classroom walls. The end of summer is quickly approaching, and our buildings will be ready for the new school year thanks to our amazing custodial and maintenance crew!
