Special School Board Meeting - June 25, 2024 You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Special Board Meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to: link:https://meet.google.com/qnk-trcw-xbq Or dial: (US) +1 401-239-3713 PIN: 907 570 089# 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.
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Tonight School Board Meeting
Special School Board Meeting - June 25, 2024 You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Special Board Meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to: link:https://meet.google.com/qnk-trcw-xbq Or dial: (US) +1 401-239-3713 PIN: 907 570 089# 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.
6 months ago, Slate Valley
June 25 Special Board Meeting
June 18, 2024 Dear Slate Valley, I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your support in approving the school budget (930 Yes and 794 No) for the upcoming year on the 5th vote. I know this may not have been an easy decision for many, especially due to the funding challenges throughout the state. Your dedication to ensuring the success and growth of our school community is truly commendable, and it is with great appreciation that I extend my thanks to each and every one of you. As we move forward with implementing the approved budget, I want to assure you that we will continue to prioritize transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility. We are open to feedback and happy to answer questions at any time. We understand the importance of effectively utilizing the resources entrusted to us and remain committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our students. Once again, thank you for your continued support and dedication to our school community. Together, we can work together to make a positive difference in the lives of our students and contribute to the success of our schools. Regards, Brooke Olsen-Farrell
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Thank you for budget passing
The Jimmy Casey Field sign has been replaced! Last Friday, a new sign was dedicated by Cindy Mahoney with our local Lion's Club. In addition to club members speaking, Pat Diercksen also said a few words about Jimmy. She was his aide in the final days he was able to attend school during his illness. Our thanks to the Lion's Club! We are so pleased to keep Jimmy's spirit alive at CES! Submitted by Principal Kim Prehoda
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Lion's Club donates new sign
Lion's Club donates new sign
Lion's Club donates new sign
Please Vote today on the Slate Valley School Budget. Your Vote is Your Voice! Polling locations and times: Benson: 10 am - 7 pm, Benson Community Hall Castleton: 8 am - 7 pm, Castleton Fire Station Fair Haven: 10 am - 7 pm, American Legion Post #49 Hubbardton: 10 am - 7 pm, Hubbardton Town Hall Orwell: 10 am - 7 pm, Orwell Town Clerk’s Office West Haven: 10 am - 7 pm, West Haven Town Hall
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Please Vote June 18th
Reminder: FY25 Budget Information Meeting, Monday night, June 17th at 6:30 PM in the band room at FHUMHS. Then Tuesday, June 18th is voting day! Polling locations and times: Benson: 10 am - 7 pm, Benson Community Hall Castleton: 8 am - 7 pm, Castleton Fire Station Fair Haven: 10 am - 7 pm, American Legion Post #49 Hubbardton: 10 am - 7 pm, Hubbardton Town Hall Orwell: 10 am - 7 pm, Orwell Town Clerk’s Office West Haven: 10 am - 7 pm, West Haven Town Hall
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Reminder to Vote
Last night under spectacular skies, the Slate Valley faculty, staff, families and community gathered to celebrate this year's graduation. Congratulations to the FHUHS Class of 2024! For more photos go to: bit.ly/FHU2024
6 months ago, Slate Valley
FHU 2024 Graduation
FHU 2024 Graduation
FHU 2024 Graduation
FHU 2024 Graduation
FHU 2024 Graduation
FHU 2024 Graduation
FHU 2024 Graduation
FHU 2024 Graduation
FHU 2024 Graduation
FHU 2024 Graduation
Happy Summer from Slate Valley! We hope everyone enjoys their time away and we look forward to seeing you again in a couple of months!
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Happy Summer
Thank you PEGtv for recording our 6th grade Torch Ceremony. To see the video go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMMo91X9eSc
6 months ago, Slate Valley
A glimpse of our last day of the 2023-24 school year at CES. Happy Summer everyone!
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
With the busy happenings that come at the end of a school year, please remember to vote this Tuesday, June 18th. The budget information meeting will be the night before at 6:30 PM in the band room at Fair Haven Union Middle & High School.
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Vote Reminder
Congratulations to Castleton Elementary School's Carl Cougar for being crowned champion of the first Slate Valley Mascot Madness competition! Superintendent Brooke Olsen-Farrell presented the honors to Carl this morning. The trophy was designed and created by one of our Middle School students, Deshawn Ingram, who used both the 3D printer and Glowforge during his Design Class with Mr. VanDerKern. Carl pulled ahead in the year long competition during the month of April, when in one week he attended 5 family lunch events. This busy week launched him to the front, passing Wally Wildcat of Orwell Village School. Thank you to all of our mascots (Wally Wildcat, Benson Bear, Carl Cougar, FHGS Falcon and FHUMHS Slater) for their fun competitiveness and good sportmanship! Until next year...
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Mascot Madness Winner
Mascot Madness Winner
Mascot Madness Winner
Mascot Madness Winner
Mascot Madness Winner
Mascot Madness Winner
Mascot Madness Winner
Mascot Madness Winner
Mascot Madness Winner
Mascot Madness Winner
Ms. Redding's second grade class with their last day superlatives that students voted on for each of their classmates!
6 months ago, Slate Valley
grade 2 superlatives
grade 2 superlatives
Last day of school arrivals are always fun at CES!
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
Last Day of School
Photo Batch 2: PBiS Big Celebration - Sun shiny day and sun shiny smiles!
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Big Celebration
Big Celebration
Big Celebration
Big Celebration
Big Celebration
Big Celebration
Big Celebration
Big Celebration
Big Celebration
Big Celebration
Photo Batch 1: PBiS Big Celebration - a beautiful, fun filled day!
6 months ago, Slate Valley
CES Big Celebration
CES Big Celebration
CES Big Celebration
CES Big Celebration
CES Big Celebration
CES Big Celebration
CES Big Celebration
CES Big Celebration
CES Big Celebration
CES Big Celebration
Yesterday, CES held their traditional Torch Ceremony, where the 6th graders pass the "torch" to the 5th graders to be next year's school role models. The 6th grade students are also acknowledged for completing their primary grade years, and moving on the the district Middle School. Each year, the event concludes with a celebratory slide show. Congratulations to the 6th grade class of 2024. Have fun in Middle School!
6 months ago, Slate Valley
CES Torch Ceremony
CES Torch Ceremony
CES Torch Ceremony
CES Torch Ceremony
CES Torch Ceremony
CES Torch Ceremony
CES Torch Ceremony
CES Torch Ceremony
CES Torch Ceremony
CES Torch Ceremony
4th grade was the recipient of a number of Tinker Crates donated by former CES, now FHUMS student Keegan Hochberg. Each Tinker Crate, produced by the Kiwi Company, has a project theme, rigorously tested with kids, to ensure that the projects are engaging and fun. Partners spent the afternoon following directions to create their unique, individual projects. What an educational and creative time was had by all thanks to the generosity of Keegan! "Learning Something New Everyday" continues to be the focus of 4th grade. Submitted by Linda Corliss
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Tinker Crate Challenges
Tinker Crate Challenges
Tinker Crate Challenges
Tinker Crate Challenges
Tinker Crate Challenges
Tinker Crate Challenges
Tinker Crate Challenges
End of the year can be a bit wild but Castleton's 5/6th graders found some time to go to the beach for their end of the year celebration. They fished, went swimming, played lots of games for the morning and were able to spend lots of time with their friends. It was a great way to celebrate all their hard work this year. Good luck to our 6th graders who are getting ready to head to middle school! Submitted by Aliyah Edmonds
6 months ago, Slate Valley
5/6 at Lake Bomoseen
5/6 at Lake Bomoseen
5/6 at Lake Bomoseen
5/6 at Lake Bomoseen
5/6 at Lake Bomoseen
5/6 at Lake Bomoseen
5/6 at Lake Bomoseen
5/6 at Lake Bomoseen
5/6 at Lake Bomoseen
5/6 at Lake Bomoseen
After a successful trip to Mount Independence last week, 4th grade concluded their study of Vermont's involvement in the Revolutionary War by visiting the Hubbardton Battlefield. Previous to this final trip, Mrs. Ray guided students in creating detailed maps of locations that had already been visited along, with their final location to the battlefield. Guest teacher,Jan Jones, led the hike around the Hubbardton Battlefield, enlightening all about not only the battle but the beauty of the current tall grass field and its abundance of wild flowers and the Bobolink Bird which returns to the battlefield every year from Argentina to nest and raise its young. Our museum visit featured Mr. Mark Brownell, site interpreter, from the Division of Historic Preservation for the State of Vermont. He shared not only his vast knowledge of the Battle but also a demonstration of some artifacts found on the site. The importance of the "Only Battle Fought on Vermont Soil was highlighted by the marble monument on the grounds.
6 months ago, Slate Valley
Hubbardton Battlefield Trip
Hubbardton Battlefield Trip
Hubbardton Battlefield Trip
Hubbardton Battlefield Trip
Hubbardton Battlefield Trip
Hubbardton Battlefield Trip