Fair Haven Union Middle and High School

The Varsity Softball Team posed for a group photo during their away game against Otter Valley on April 10. Not pictured are Amelia M. and Emma S. Special thanks to Meredith Fabian for this great Slater Sports Photo Submission. https://bit.ly/SlaterSportsPhotos

Slater Sports Photo Submission: The JV Baseball team discussing matters during their April 17th matchup at Mount Anthony.

We’ve received our first Slater Spring Sports photo submissions—thank you for sending them in! Both initial entries come from the JV Softball team. The first photo features Izabella Thayer during her game at Otter Valley on April 10th, followed by a second shot of Izabella with her brother John, a member of the JV Baseball team. (Photo credit: Lisa Thayer) The most recent submission captures Lilly Cole on base during her game at Mount Anthony on April 17th. Keep the momentum going! We’d love to see more moments from all Slater teams—submit your sports photos at https://bit.ly/SlaterSportsPhotos.

Slate Valley District Newsletter: April 18, 2025 https://mailchi.mp/04a780490ff8/slate-valley-district-newsletter-april-18

That's a wrap! Slate Valley UUSD wishes all of our amazing students, staff, and faculty a fun, relaxing, and well-deserved April break! Enjoy the time off, and here's to hoping for many sunny days! See the Reel at: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DImQc0wRdYJ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Help Us Collect Slater Spring Sports Photos! We need your help capturing the energy, excitement, and unforgettable moments of our spring sports season! From big plays and team huddles to spirited fans in the stands, your photos help tell the story of our amazing student-athletes and school community. We’re gathering photos from Fair Haven Union Middle and High School (FHUMHS) Spring Sports teams to feature on our district websites and social media. It’s a great way to showcase the talent, hard work, and school pride of our Slaters! How to Share Your Photos: Look for flyers posted on dugouts and fence lines around the high school. Simply scan the QR code to access the submission form. Or go directly to: https://bit.ly/SlaterSportsPhotos Tip: Save the link on your phone so it’s ready to go at your next game or meet! 📸 Thank you for helping us highlight and celebrate more student achievements throughout the district! Note: A Gmail account is required to upload photos.

Today our 8th graders took an exciting step toward their futures with a visit to the Community College of Vermont (CCV)! As part of an Introduction to College and Careers path, students explored what college life is like and learned about the many opportunities available to them after high school. One amazing perk? Every high school student (grade 8 - 12) has the chance to take one course at CCV for FREE—an incredible opportunity to explore career options and college-level learning early on!

Another Successful Potty Time! We had an amazing turnout for our second Potty Time event — 5 wonderful families joined us, including some with three generations present! There were 7 littles soaking up the fun, with 6 incredible high school volunteers helping to keep them entertained. Huge THANK YOU to everyone who made this event possible — from our volunteers to our families, and everyone behind the scenes. We couldn't do it without you!

On behalf of the Slate Valley Unified Union School District, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to our communities for their support in passing (824 yes, 631 no) the school budget on the second vote. Your engagement, advocacy, and belief in the importance of public education make a profound difference in the lives of our students, staff, and families. We recognize that arriving at a successful outcome required thoughtful dialogue and collaboration, and we deeply appreciate the time and effort so many of you contributed throughout this process. Your vote allows us to move forward with the resources necessary to provide a high-quality, student-centered education while remaining committed to continuous improvement and fiscal responsibility. As we continue to navigate a time of significant uncertainty in public education—both at the state and federal levels—your partnership remains more important than ever. We are committed to maintaining transparency, fostering open communication, and working together to ensure Slate Valley remains a place where all students can thrive. Thank you for investing in the future of our schools and for standing with us as we face these challenges together. Sincerely, Brooke Olsen-Farrell

Over the past week, students in the Law Enforcement class have been exploring the important role fingerprints play in policing and forensic science. They learned how to properly roll fingerprints and practiced on their classmates, gaining hands-on experience. Students also discovered how fingerprints are used in forensic analysis and even practiced dusting for prints—just like real investigators.

Shoutout to our amazing Middle School Administrative Assistant, Erin Haley, for generously volunteering her time to paint an inspiring mural in the middle school hallway! Your creativity and dedication brighten our halls and our hearts—thank you, Mrs. Haley! 🎨❤️

We're proud to share that 33 of our talented students—18 from middle school and 15 from high school—are participating in the student art show at the Southern Vermont Art Center in Manchester! A total of 34 pieces are on display (one high schooler submitted two). The exhibit runs through May 4th—don't miss it! https://www.svac.org/class/art-from-the-schools-2025/

TONIGHT: Please join us (Monday, April 14, 2025) for the Budget ReVote Information Meeting, 6:30 PM in the FHUMHS Band Room. Attend in person or virtually. https://meet.google.com/aek-pdby-ndv

🎭 The FHUMHS Slater Theater Program proudly presents 12 Angry Jurors by Reginald Rose, stage version by Sherman L. Sergel. Join us for a powerful night of drama on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the FHUMHS Gym. Admission is free — donations welcome to support the arts!

Tomorrow Night: There's still time to sign up, go to: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F48ABA929A1F8C43-52788129-its#/

TONIGHT: Budget Revote Informational Meeting - 6:30 PM at FHUMHS Band Room TOMORROW: Budget Revote - All Polls open by 10 AM - Castleton opens at 8 AM.

Follow the link to see Slate Valley's feature in Business View Magazine: https://businessviewmagazine.com/brochures/jan-2025/svusd/

Thank you to our Middle School PTO for a fantastic Middle School dance!

Slate Valley District Newsletter - April 11, 2025 https://mailchi.mp/a06ba0ae8b8a/april-11-slate-valley-newsletter

A heartfelt thank you to the Castleton Lions Club for their generous $2,000 donation toward our clothing program! This support helps provide essential items like back-to-school supplies, shoes, winter gear, and summer camp clothing for local children. Pictured: Lions Club representative Pat Schroeder with our Home to School Liaison Carrieann Wolcott.