Thank you to everyone who attended last night's Slate Valley Community Connection event! Director of Curriculum, Mr. Casey O'Meara, and his team of PBL coaches shared valuable insights on instructional strategies, academic and behavioral support systems, assessments, and college and career readiness.
Yesterday, in Ms. LeBrun's Innovation & Entrepreneurship class, guest speaker Sue Cook from Horse Amour shared her experience in product development and marketing. She discussed her journey in creating and selling her organic Horse Bit Wipes, offering valuable insights into the process of bringing a product to market.
Please vote on March 4th! 🗳️ Not registered? No worries, it’s not too late—and it’s easy!
Register now: https://www.vote.org/register-to-vote/vermont/
🏀 Division II Boys' Basketball Quarterfinal Game 🏀
The Slaters secured a big win last night, punching their ticket to the Quarterfinals!
Let’s keep the momentum going—come out and cheer them on!
📅 Friday, February 28th
📍 Otter Valley
⏰ Game Time: 7:00 PM
🎟 VPA Admission Pricing:
🔹 Adults: $10
🔹 Students: $5
🔹 Seniors: $5
🚪 Doors Open: 6:00 PM for admission
🏀 Gym Doors Open: 6:30 PM
Bring the energy and show your support!
Can't make it in person? 📺 Watch live on the NFHS Network!
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/otter-valley-union-high-school-brandon-vt/gam8204a1f7cb
Due to technical difficulties with our NFHS basketball broadcast please join us on our YouTube channel for tonight's game vs Missisquoi.
https://www.youtube.com/@FHUHSAthletics
Hot Off the Press: The Latest Edition of The Occasional Slater is Here! View it at https://s3.wasabisys.com/project-pdfs/520839/february-2025-issue_svc8515.pdf
Thank you to everyone who attended the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Annual Meeting last night! It was wonderful to see such strong participation from our community as we reviewed the proposed budget, and discussed important topics.
For those who couldn’t join us, we encourage you to stay informed by reviewing the materials from the meeting:
📄 Presentation Link: https://5il.co/38j89
📺 Video Link: https://youtu.be/LW37JLZCxhA
We appreciate the engagement and support of our community in shaping the future of Slate Valley schools. If you have any questions or would like further information, feel free to reach out or visit our website budget page: https://www.slatevalleyunified.org/o/svusd/page/budget
Please Vote March 4th!
🏀 Slater Boys' Basketball Playoff Game! 🏀
The Slater boys' basketball team has secured the #5 seed in the Division II tournament and will host #12 Missisquoi Valley on Tuesday at 7 PM. Don't miss the action!
🎟 VPA Playoff Ticket Pricing:
Adults: $10
Students & Seniors: $5
🚪 Game Day Info:
Lobby doors open: 6:00 PM
Gym doors open: 6:30 PM
Season tickets are NOT valid for post-season games.
Season ticket holders & FHU players' families may wait in the cafeteria and will have early entry to the gym before general admission.
📺 Can't make it? The game will be streamed live on the NFHS Network (subscription required). https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/fair-haven-union-high-school-fair-haven-vt/gam2fbf462381
Come cheer on the Slaters as they fight for a playoff victory! 💙🏀 #GoSlaters
Reminder: Tonight
Join us for the Slate Valley Unified USD Annual Meeting at 6:30 PM in the Fair Haven Union Middle and High School Bandroom.
This meeting is in person. To attend virtually go to: https://meet.google.com/tyh-rjfi-seg
Or dial: (US) +1 929-299-3807 PIN: 188 319 510#
Anyone who attends virtually will be seen as a "passive participant" meaning they can ask questions and comment but cannot vote from the floor.
We hope our faculty, staff and students have enjoyed their break! Just a reminder that all Slate Valley schools resume classes on Monday, February 24th, 2025. We can't wait to see our schools buzzing with activity again!
Also, Here is this week's Slate Valley Newsletter link:
https://mailchi.mp/49e1050044fd/catch-up-with-slate-valley-this-weeks-highlights
🏆 VPA Wrestling Championships – Ticket Information! 🏆
Join us at the Barre Auditorium for an action-packed weekend of wrestling as the best competitors take the mat! Below is the ticket pricing for this year's event:
🎟 Ticket Pricing:
📅 Friday, February 28
Adults: $10
Senior Citizens & Students: $5
📅 Saturday, March 1
Adults: $20
Senior Citizens & Students: $10
🎟 All-Weekend Pass:
Adults: $30
Senior Citizens & Students: $15
🔗 Get Your Tickets Online: https://gofan.co/app/school/VPA
⚠ Important Ticketing Update
In previous years, a separate ticket was required for the final round. However, due to ticketing limitations at the Barre Auditorium, the final round is now included with the Saturday ticket—no additional ticket is needed!
Thank you for your understanding, and a huge shoutout to Spaulding for hosting and putting in the hard work to make this event a success. We can't wait for an amazing championship weekend!
Come be part of the SVUUSD Annual Meeting on Monday, February 24th, at 6:30 PM in the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School band room. Take part and play a role in shaping the future!
And remember to cast your vote on March 4th—every vote counts!
Join Us for a Community Connection Event! 📅 February 25, 2025 ⏰ 5:30 – 6:30 PM 📍 Fair Haven Union Middle & High School Library Engage with Director of Curriculum Casey O'Meara in a discussion on: ✅ Instructional structures & strategies ✅ Academic & behavioral support systems ✅ Assessment, Community Connections & College/Career Readiness Plus, a Parent/Guardian conversation on Title I & Act 1 Policies and Continuous Improvement Planning. Bring your questions and join the conversation!
Join us for the SVUUSD Annual Meeting on Monday, February 24th, at 6:30 PM in the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School band room. Be engaged and make a difference!
Then, don’t forget to vote on March 4th! Your participation matters!
Watch our video at: https://youtu.be/l3ZEIN10Xnc
Congratulations to Slater senior Phil Bean on an incredible achievement—becoming just the 11th player in Fair Haven Union history to reach the 1,000-point milestone! Phil secured his place in Slater Basketball history by sinking a free throw for his ninth point of the game against Bellows Falls on February 17th. A well-earned honor for a dedicated player—congratulations, Phil!
🏀 Join Us Tomorrow Night for the FHUHS Boys Basketball Senior Night! 🎉 Come out and show your support as we celebrate our amazing senior players!
🏀 Join Us Tomorrow Night for the FHUHS Girls Basketball & Cheer Senior Night! 🎉
Come out and show your support as we celebrate our amazing senior players!
Due to road conditions, all Slate Valley Schools will now be closed for today, February 13th.
