🌿 Need a Hand? Let Slate Valley High School Students Help! 🌿
Spring is here, and that means it’s time to tackle those yard projects, clean-ups, and small home improvement tasks! Luckily, hardworking high school students in the Slate Valley community are ready to lend a hand.
Whether you need leaves raked, a garden bed prepped, a shed organized, or even some firewood stacked, these students are eager to help—and gain valuable experience while giving back to their community!
To have your project added to the list for Green Up Day, contact Jackie Phillips at jphillips@svuvt.org or call her at 802-265-4966.
(April 2, 2025) Today's Rutland Herald School District Highlight: Cookies and Conversation
Superintendent Brooke Olsen-Farrell and Director of Curriculum Casey O’Meara foster open dialogue with students across Slate Valley through their “Cookies and Conversation” events. They visit students at each of our schools — Benson Village School, Castleton Elementary School, Fair Haven Grade School, Fair Haven Union Middle and High School, and Orwell Village School—creating meaningful opportunities for discussion and connection. These informal gatherings provide a space for students to share their thoughts on school life, from policies like the “10 and 2” rule to their appreciation for supportive teachers and school leaders. Younger students expressed their love for playgrounds, favorite subjects, and caring principals, while older students discussed topics like school meals, cell phone use, and new campus ideas, such as gardens and chickens. Whether chatting with kindergartners or student council representatives, these events highlight the importance of student voices in shaping a positive school environment — one cookie at a time!
New Podcast! Director of Curriculum Casey O'Meara, FHGS 5th grade teacher Judy Folmsbee, and Instructional Coach Abigail Wald provide an overview of Cognia State Testing, outlining its purpose, structure, and the expectations for both teachers and students.
View or listen at: https://youtu.be/TfWz_ZqgLZg
Reminder! B.E.A.T. is this Friday, April 4th, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM! Support our music and art programs with a night full of live music, crafts, an art sale, games, a bake sale, and a 50/50 raffle! Don’t miss this fun-filled community event!
Engage, Connect, Be Informed!
Join us on Monday, April 14, 2025, for an important discussion with our representatives as we continue exploring updates on the Governor's education plan. This is your chance to stay informed, ask questions, and make your voice heard!
📅 Date: Monday, April 14, 2025
📍 Location: Fair Haven Union Middle and High School Library
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM
We look forward to seeing you there! This meeting precedes the Budget ReVote Information Meeting, which begins at 6:30 PM in the FHUMHS Band Room.
On Friday, Fair Haven Union Middle School students participated in their first session of Lifetime Activities, exploring new skills, staying active, and having fun!
Students had the opportunity to try a variety of activities, including bowling, crafting, rock climbing, and Tai Chi/Taekwondo. These experiences not only promote lifelong fitness and creativity but also encourage teamwork, perseverance, and personal growth.
It's amazing to see our students stepping outside their comfort zones, discovering new passions, and building confidence along the way!
Check out some snapshots from yesterday's adventures and stay tuned for more updates on this exciting program!
Join us for the FHUHS Class of 2025 Project Graduation Basket Raffle tomorrow, March 29th!
📍 Location: Fair Haven Union Middle & High School
🕙 Doors Open: 10:00 AM
🎟 Drawings Begin: 12:00 PM
Don't miss your chance to win amazing baskets while supporting a great cause!
https://facebook.com/events/s/class-of-2025-project-graduati/544936278015518/
Middle School Athletics begin next week on March 31st!
Join us for BEAT on Friday, April 4th, 2025, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM! Support our music and art programs with a night full of live music, crafts, an art sale, games, a bake sale, and a 50/50 raffle! Don’t miss this fun-filled community event!
Congratulations to all our winners from last Friday night's Middle School Yearbook Raffle Drawing! Our students did an outstanding job selling tickets, and thanks to their efforts—along with the success of our Pampered Chef Bingo Event—we raised enough funds to cover the cost of printing. This means every middle school student will receive a yearbook at no cost!
A huge thank you to the generous local businesses that donated prizes to support our students: Brown's Family Farm, Pond Hill Ranch, Lake Bomoseen Lodge & Taproom, Sam's U-Save Fuels, and Hubbardton Forge. Your support is truly appreciated!
Pampered Chef Bingo – A Huge Success!
On Friday, March 21st, we had a fantastic night raising money for our middle school yearbook! The energy was high, and our bingo caller could go pro!
A special shoutout to Erin Haley, our amazing middle school administrative assistant, for all her hard work in organizing this event—it couldn’t have happened without her!
A big THANK YOU to Mr. D for coming out, and to our amazing students who helped with setup, sold snacks, and checked cards. Your hard work made the night run smoothly!
We also appreciate our generous staff for donating to the concession stand—your support means everything!
The teamwork on display was truly impressive. Great job, everyone!
📢 Executive Committee School Board Open Mic 🎤
Join us for an open forum where community members can engage in meaningful discussions, ask questions, and share their thoughts directly with district school board members. This is a great opportunity to stay informed and have your voice heard on important school-related and FY26 Budget matters!
When: Monday, March 31, 2025
Where: Fair Haven Union Middle & High School Library
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Attend in person or virtually by joining here: https://meet.google.com/ovx-wura-tpw
We look forward to seeing you there! Your input matters.
The FHUHS Annex Group has been on the move! From gliding across the ice at Spartan Arena to digging in the dirt while gleaning sweet potatoes at Laughing Child Farm, these students had a blast giving back and having fun! They even delivered their sweet potato harvest to Slate Valley Cares to help the community. Way to skate, dig, and give!
Congratulations to Jacob and Hailey for receiving the Youth Hero Award from the American Legion this weekend! Their quick thinking calling 911 during a medical emergency made a real difference. Slater Nation is so proud of you both!
TONIGHT - Board Meeting - March 24, 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 and High School Band Room
This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to:
Video call link: : https://meet.google.com/qfw-zcgt-qcr
Or dial: (US) +1 402-772-0189 PIN: 559 001 155#
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.
March 21st Slate Valley District Newsletter: View at https://mailchi.mp/a36b9cc8a32a/slate-valley-newsletter-march-21-2025
What better way to spend PE than embracing the windy March weather? Today, some high school students took their activities outside, enjoying fresh air and fun while flying kites! This hands-on experience blended movement, teamwork, and a little bit of science as they mastered the wind.
📚✨ Reading Buddies in Action! ✨📚
Today, students from the Fair Haven Union High School National Honor Society visited Ms. Grenier’s Kindergarten class at Fair Haven Grade School for a special Reading Buddies session! These future leaders shared their love of books and learning with our youngest students, creating a fun and engaging experience for all.
A huge thank you to Honor Society Vice President Maddie Charlton for organizing this wonderful event! Reading Buddies is just one of the many ways our Honor Society members give back to the community through service projects throughout the year.
Great job to all involved—the kindergarteners loved it!
