Board Meeting Tonight - October 6, 2025
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/sri-euji-itv
Or dial: (US) +1 484-746-4332 PIN: 841 923 393#
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.
about 2 months ago, Slate Valley
Graphic for Slate Valley Unified Union School District Board Meeting. Text reads: ‘Please Join Us Tonight.’ On the agenda: Consent Agenda, Board Terms, Coffee & Conversations, Finance Committee Report. Meeting is October 6, 2025, at 6:30 PM at Orwell Village School Gym (Town Hall). Includes Slate Valley Vermont logo.
October 3, 2025: Slate Valley District Newsletter
https://mailchi.mp/fa2659ed6054/district-newsletter-october-3-2025
about 2 months ago, Slate Valley
Slate Valley Unified USD Newsletter, Oct 3, 2025. Headline: Slate Valley Budget Season: Working Together for FY27. Includes letter inviting families and staff into the budget process, with a photo of a rainbow over trees and a Slater Nation sign.
FHUHS Newsletter - Week of October 3rd: https://app.smore.com/n/yvbe0
about 2 months ago, Slate Valley
Slater Nation Newsletter, Oct 3, 2025. Updates on half-days, no school dates, parent-teacher conferences, and college fair.
The Slater Field Hockey will be hosting the Otter Valley Otters at VTSU Castleton's Dave Wolk Stadium on Monday, October 6th, at 4 pm.
about 2 months ago, Slate Valley
Graphic with two crossed field hockey sticks and a ball on turf. Text reads: Monday, October 6th, 4 p.m. Slater Field Hockey is hosting the Otter Valley Otters at VTSU Castleton's Dave Wolk Stadium.
Students using the high ropes course in P.E. this week!
about 2 months ago, Slate Valley
Two students in harnesses stand on a high ropes log element, smiling and holding safety lines against a blue sky.
Smiling student in an orange sweatshirt gives a thumbs up while standing on a high ropes log.
Student descends on a rope from a high ropes course as classmates and staff watch from below.
Student in helmet and harness is lowered on a rope, with others on the ground guiding.
Two students in harnesses walk carefully across a high ropes log while clipped into safety lines.
On Thursday, October 2nd, FHUHS students had the opportunity to attend a college fair right here at school! Many colleges, universities and military branches were represented, giving students a chance to explore future pathways, ask questions, and start planning their next steps.
about 2 months ago, Slate Valley
A student smiles while trying on a military camouflage vest with help from a service member.
Students and representatives gather at tables during a career and college fair inside the Slater Nation gym, with booths including SUNY Adirondack and Middlebury College.
Students visit a booth at a career fair in a gymnasium, speaking with a representative and filling out forms.
Group of students stands in front of a booth hosted by military representatives during a career fair in the Slaters’ gym.
A man at a booth speaks with a student in a yellow shirt during a school career fair; tables display pamphlets and tote bags.
💡✨ Design Class Spotlight! ✨💡

To kick off our GlowForge laser-cutting unit in Middle School Design, students got hands-on with a sweet experiment...

Using laser pointers and gummy bears, they explored how light behaves before diving into the high-tech world of laser cutting. 🔍💥

A creative (and tasty!) way to spark curiosity and set the stage for exciting projects ahead.
about 2 months ago, Slate Valley
Two students at a workbench use laser lights and record data while shining light through gummy bears.
Student in a black shirt and cap points a laser light at a gummy bear on the table, with a worksheet nearby.
Close-up of a gummy bear on a table illuminated by a red laser light.
Student shines a green laser light on gummy bears placed on a worksheet, with light reflecting on the wall.
Two students at a table, one shining a green laser light on gummy bears while the other smiles and observes.
Students in hats shine colored laser lights on gummy bears during a classroom experiment.
Close-up of hands holding a gummy bear lit with a red and blue laser light.
📣 Attention Slater Nation! 🎟️

Fair Haven Union Middle Schoolers are now selling tickets for their November Gift Card Raffle! 🙌

✨ 30 days of prizes
✨ Every ticket = 30 chances to WIN BIG 🎉

Want to support our middle school? Simply reach out to a middle schooler in your life to purchase a ticket.

Thank you for helping us make this fundraiser a success!
about 2 months ago, Slate Valley
Fair Haven Union Middle School November 2025 gift card calendar fundraiser. Daily prizes from local businesses.
🎶✨ Slater Pride in Song! ✨🎶

Last Friday, September 26, 2025, was an incredible day for music as three of our chorus students proudly represented Fair Haven Union Middle and High School at the Castleton Honors Festival! 🎤🎼

The day was filled with choral rehearsals and capped off with an inspiring evening concert, where our students shined alongside talented peers from nearby schools. 🌟

👏 Please join us in congratulating:

Emily Williams – Alto

James Shorey – Tenor

John Crownighshield – Bass

We are so proud of their hard work, dedication, and wonderful performances.
about 2 months ago, Slate Valley
Three students dressed in white button-down shirts and black pants stand in front of a Vermont State University step-and-repeat backdrop. The student on the left smiles with hands in pockets, the student in the middle stands with hands at sides, and the student on the right wears glasses and a black cap, smiling.
📢 Please join us for our next Community Advisory Council (CAC) Meeting of the school year!

🕔 Time: 5:45–7:00 PM
📍 Location: Fair Haven Union Middle & High School – Central Office Conference Room

This is a great opportunity to connect with district administration, share community concerns, and hear updates on Act 73 as well as how the school year is going and our hopes moving forward.

All are Welcome! We look forward to seeing you there! 💙
about 2 months ago, Slate Valley
Slate Valley Community Advisory Council logo with text announcing next meeting on October 7, 2025, at 5:45 PM in the Central Office Conference Room at FHUMHS.
Slate Valley District Newsletter: September 26, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/79359f4019ef/slate-valley-district-newsletter-92625
2 months ago, Slate Valley
Slate Valley newsletter, Sept 26, 2025: Happy Autumn and message on strong, unified school districts.
We’re excited to kick off the first podcast of the 2025–2026 school year! Superintendent Brooke Olsen-Farrell sat down with Slate Valley Unified’s Board Chair, Julie Finnegan, for an insightful conversation.

In this episode, Julie shares about:
✔️ The responsibilities of the board chair position
✔️ The school board’s goals and aspirations for the year ahead
✔️ The importance of community involvement
✔️ Thoughts on Act 73 and what it could mean for our community

Tune in to hear directly from district leadership as we continue building transparency and connection with our community. 🎧
Watch or Listen to the full Podcast at https://youtu.be/zus4jJvbsb0
2 months ago, Slate Valley
Two women sit across from each other in conversation, both smiling. One wears a white blazer and the other a purple patterned blouse with glasses. They are seated at a table with microphones and a headset in front of them, with a colorful abstract painting and a whiteboard in the background.
🏈🏀⚾️ Spirit Week Thursday: Team Jersey Day! ⚾️🏀🏈

Slater Nation showed their pride today by repping their favorite teams for Team Jersey Day! From pro teams to local favorites, the halls of FHUMHS were filled with sports spirit and team pride.
2 months ago, Slate Valley
A student stands in a hallway wearing a bright pink “Slaters” jersey with the number 5, smiling at the camera.
Two students stand side by side, one wearing a blue Golden State Warriors Curry basketball jersey and the other wearing a pink “Slaters” jersey with the number 22, smiling against a mural backdrop.
Seven middle school students line up in front of lockers wearing a mix of Slate Valley, Elite, and Vipers sports jerseys, smiling for the photo.
A student with pink hair and glasses smiles while wearing a white Mill River soccer jersey with a Puma logo and soccer ball graphic.
Two students smile and stand arm in arm, one wearing a black Boston Bruins shirt and the other in a white football jersey with pink numbers.
Announcement from Athletic Director, Eric Ramey: Midde School Girls and Boys soccer games are postponed today, as are practices.
2 months ago, Slate Valley
Graphic announcement with a cartoon soccer ball and colorful border. Text inside reads: “Thursday, September 25th – Middle School Girls and Boys soccer games are postponed today, as are practices.”
🎶✈️ Big News for Our Slater Band Students! ✈️🎶
Check out the excitement as our FHUMHS band students learned they’ve been granted permission to take a field trip to Florida! 🌴☀️ Their reaction says it all—what an incredible opportunity ahead.
To help make this dream a reality, our band will be holding fundraisers throughout the year. The first fundraiser is on November 14th, when they’ll partner with the drama department to host a Dinner Theatre Show. 🍽️🎭 Dinner will be served from 5–7 PM, followed by the show at 7 PM. More details to come soon!
See the video at https://youtu.be/1zjwSCTd2mc
2 months ago, Slate Valley
A large group of students sits on tiered risers in a music or band room. Many are smiling, some raising their arms in excitement. Musical instruments such as drums and percussion equipment are visible in the background.
🌊☀️ Spirit Week Wednesday: Beach Day! ☀️🌊

Slater Nation brought the sunshine inside yesterday with Beach Day vibes! 🏖️ From Hawaiian shirts and sunglasses to flip-flops and beach towels, students filled the halls with summer spirit—even on a gloomy, rainy September day. 🌴😎
2 months ago, Slate Valley
Student dressed for Beach Day. Wearing a blue shirt, tutu, colorful leis, and sunglasses while standing inside a large inflatable donut float and holding a “Class of 2029” sign.
Student dressed for Beach Day. Wearing blue swim shorts, a gray “Lake Waves” t-shirt, and slide sandals, holding a folded beach towel over one shoulder.
Two students dressed for Beach Day Spirit Week. One wears a purple floral shirt with jeans and stands inside a large inflatable donut float. The other wears a blue floral shirt and holds a paper beach ball prop.
👯‍♀️Twin Day!👬
Tuesday’s Homecoming Spirit Week theme brought out double the fun! From matching outfits to look-alike smiles, our halls were filled with dynamic duos (and a few trios!).
2 months ago, Slate Valley
Two school staff members wearing matching black "Front Office Dream Team" shirts with white pants, smiling in a hallway.
Two students wearing navy blue shirts that say "Fair Haven," smiling side by side.
Three students dressed in black shirts, leggings, and pink tutus, smiling together.
Two students with glasses standing arm in arm, wearing red and blue tie-dye shirts.
Two students in black hoodies and leggings standing in a hallway decorated with green streamers.
Two students in bright pink shirts forming heart shapes with their hands.
Two students in black outfits with silver necklaces, smiling and flashing peace signs.
☕️💬 Join Us for Coffee & Conversation!

Community members are warmly invited to our next Coffee & Conversation on Friday, September 26, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Orwell Free Library.

Come share your questions, ideas, and feedback with district leadership in a relaxed, friendly setting. We value your voice and look forward to the conversation!

When: Friday, Sept. 26, 2025 · 9:00 AM
Where: Orwell Free Library
Who: All community members—everyone’s welcome!

Bring a friend, grab a cup, and let’s talk. ☕️
2 months ago, Slate Valley
Flyer for Slate Valley’s “Coffee & Conversation” on Sept. 26, 2025, 9:00–10:30 AM at Orwell Free Library, inviting the community to join board members and administrators for coffee and discussion on the FY27 Budget, Act 73, and the school year.

Let’s not overlook the awesome decorated hallways in our Middle School! Over the weekend, the amazing Middle School PTO teamed up with students to show off their Slater pride.

The theme—voted on by students themselves—was “Celebrate Slaters” with plenty of blue, white, and sport motifs filling the halls.

Thank you to our PTO and students for bringing the energy and creativity to Homecoming Spirit Week!

2 months ago, Slate Valley
School hallway decorated in blue and white with hanging streamers, stars, and paper fans.
Wall display spelling “Slater Pride” with blue letters on paper plates, decorated with stars, a football, and a soccer ball.
Wall decorations featuring a paper football with attached blue and silver pom-poms, a soccer ball, and small megaphones.
Blue glitter letters on a wall strung together to read “Slaterbration 2025!
Monday's Spirit Week Theme: 🤠Country🚜 vs. ⛳Country Club🎾

From cowboy boots to polos and Peds, today’s theme had Slaters showing off their best Country and Country Club style!

The hallways were full of flannel, hats, and western vibes on one side—and preppy plaid, tennis looks on the other.

It’s all part of the fun as we count down to Homecoming—way to bring the spirit, Slater Nation!
2 months ago, Slate Valley
Two women dressed for spirit day, one in a plaid shirt and camo hat, the other in a cowboy hat, denim skirt, and purple boots.
Two students smiling, one in sunglasses and a light blue top, the other in a navy long-sleeve shirt.
Two women posing together, one in a plaid shirt and jeans with white boots, the other in a light jacket, tennis skirt, and cap.
Two students standing together, one in a white tank top and jeans, the other in a plaid shirt, graphic tee, jeans, and cowboy hat.
A teacher wearing a cowboy hat and purple plaid shirt, smiling while seated at her desk.