Fair Haven Union Middle and High School

🏀 Join us for a Special Moment! 🎉 Fair Haven Union High School invites the community to celebrate our Division II Girls Basketball Team's incredible achievement! 🏆 📅 When: December 20th ⏰ Where: FHUHS Gym (before tip-off) - Game starts at 7:00 PM Come cheer on our champions as we unveil their championship banner and honor their hard work and dedication. Let's pack the gym with pride and support for our team! See you there!

💚 A Reminder from Hunger Free Vermont 💚 Did you know there are local food shelves, pantries, and meal sites at churches and community centers all across Vermont? If you or someone you know needs access to meals, help is just a click or call away! 📍 Visit www.vtfoodbank.org/gethelp 📞 Dial 2-1-1 for assistance finding resources near you. Together, we can ensure no one goes hungry.

The Slate Valley Unified Union School District is currently planning and discussing the FY26 Budget, and we value your input! We invite you to share your suggestions and questions to help shape the budget and provide guidance on community concerns. How to Submit Your Input: Online: Submit your suggestions or questions using this link: https://bit.ly/FY26Suggestions. In-Person: Drop a submission in one of the suggestion boxes located throughout the district. Boxes can be found at: Benson Town Hall Orwell Free Library West Haven Town Hall Hubbardton Town Hall Castleton Free Library or Town Hall Fair Haven Town Hall Your submissions will be shared with the school board and administration for review, discussion, and response. We are committed to transparency and will provide updates and responses via: Our district website Local news outlets Social media platforms To view responses to submissions, visit: https://bit.ly/FY26SQResponses. Your opinion matters, and we sincerely appreciate the time and effort you take to share your thoughts.

A big thank you to the United Way of Rutland County for their incredible generosity in providing winter jackets for local children in need. Through their Welcome to Winter program, over 100 students across three districts in Rutland County received new jackets and snow pants. We are deeply grateful to our Rutland County donors for making this heartwarming initiative a reality!

Monday, December 9th - Today's Ad-Hoc Grading Committee Meeting has been cancelled due to the weather.

Today, Monday December 9th, All Slate Valley After School Activities and Athletics are Cancelled due to the inclement weather. Please be safe and have a good evening.

An incredible success! 🚑✨ Thanks to our amazing community, we collected 727 pounds of food and $1,557 in cash donations during our Stuff an Ambulance event! Your generosity will make a huge difference for those in need.❤️ Special shout out Slate Valley's Home to School Liaison, Ms. Carrieann Wolcott and members from the Fair Haven Rescue Squad for organizing and running this successful food drive.

Last Thursday evening, the FHUHS marching band filled the Orwell Town Green with festive holiday tunes, spreading joy and cheer to all who gathered!

FHUHS Newsletter: Week of December 6th https://secure.smore.com/n/fy3bq

Elks Hoop Shoot: Sunday, December 15th, 9:30 AM at Fair Haven Union Middle & High School. Sponsored by the Rutland Elks Lodge 345. Open to all children ages 8 to 13.

🚑 Help Us Stuff an Ambulance! 🚑 📅 Today and Tomorrow - December 6th & 7th 📍 Fair Haven Shaws Join us in supporting a great cause! Every donation helps fill the shelves at Slate Valley Cares and makes a real difference in our community. Together, we can bring hope and help to those in need.💙 # Weareslatevalley💙

🚑 Help Us Stuff an Ambulance! 🚑 📅 This Friday and Saturday - December 6th & 7th 📍 Fair Haven Shaws Join us in supporting a great cause! Every donation helps fill the shelves at Slate Valley Cares and makes a real difference in our community. Together, we can bring hope and help to those in need. Let’s do this! 💙 # Weareslatevalley #StuffAnAmbulance #CommunityCare

New Podcast: Superintendent Brooke Olsen-Farrell talks with members of the FHUHS Law Enforcement Class. See, or listen, to the podcast at https://youtu.be/FakC86NXdps.

Winter Sports Pre-Season Practice Schedules: Visit our Athletics Page for More! https://www.slatevalleyunified.org/page/high-school

Board Meeting - December 2, 2024 You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Board Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Orwell Village School Gym (Town Hall). This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to: Video call link: https://meet.google.com/pap-nacy-gca Or dial: (US) +1 626-838-2792 PIN: 419 015 951# 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.

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from Slate Valley Unified USD! 🍂 We are grateful for our amazing students, families, staff, and community. Your support and dedication make Slate Valley a wonderful place to learn and grow. Wishing you a joyful day filled with warmth, gratitude, and time with loved ones. Thank you for being part of our Slate Valley family! #Thanksgiving #Gratitude #WeAreSlateValley

Students from Ms. LeBrun’s classes posed a simple question to their fellow Slaters: “What are you thankful for?” Here are some of their thoughtful responses. Click the link to see the video. https://youtu.be/lnQDKzFYfHs?si=7QXWBqo2jOpAfriN

During November, Superintendent Brooke Olsen-Farrell and Director of Curriculum Casey O'Meara hosted two Cookies and Conversation events with middle and high school students. These informal gatherings foster meaningful discussions, allowing students to share their perspectives on the school environment, climate, and any concerns they may have. Students provided valuable feedback on topics such as the "10 and 2" rule and cell phone use, while both groups voiced their dislike for the Wayfinder program. On a positive note, students highlighted improvements in school meals, their appreciation for their principals, and the value of having a School Resource Officer (SRO). One standout quote encapsulated the school’s supportive atmosphere: "If I were to tell someone visiting our school what a strength is, it would be teachers caring about you and encouraging you to be yourself."

🚑 Help Us Stuff an Ambulance! 🚑 📅 December 6th & 7th 📍 Fair Haven Shaws Join us in supporting a great cause! Every donation helps fill the shelves at Slate Valley Cares and makes a real difference in our community. Together, we can bring hope and help to those in need. Let’s do this! 💙 # Weareslatevalley #StuffAnAmbulance #CommunityCare

This weekend, Band Director, Samantha Adams and eight of our talented Slaters represented us at the North East Instrumental Music Festival in Lake George, NY. After rigorous auditions and countless hours of daily rehearsals, the festival concluded with an exceptional concert on Sunday, November 24th. We’re proud to share that many of our students earned top placements, ranking in the top two for their instruments during auditions! Please join us in congratulating these outstanding musicians for their hard work and dedication to music: Allison Rogers Elaina Allard Andrew Mingo Abby Young Asa Young Libby Rockwell Emmet MacKay Ollie Benson If you see them around, don’t hesitate to celebrate their incredible achievements!