Kinders learned about why butterflies are colorful and the different ways they use their colors/patterns to protect themselves from predators. They all had a chance to create their own butterfly wings!
Trivia Tuesday!
Did you know? The name October comes from the Latin word “octo,” meaning eight—but it’s actually our tenth month of the year!
Trivia Question:
Why is October named for “eight” even though it’s our tenth month?
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Because in the original Roman calendar, the year began in March, making October the eighth month! When January and February were added later, October shifted to tenth place—but kept its original name.
Did you know? The name October comes from the Latin word “octo,” meaning eight—but it’s actually our tenth month of the year!
Trivia Question:
Why is October named for “eight” even though it’s our tenth month?
Drop your answer in comments...
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Because in the original Roman calendar, the year began in March, making October the eighth month! When January and February were added later, October shifted to tenth place—but kept its original name.
Please Join Us Tomorrow for Coffee & Conversation!
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 8:00 - 9:30 AM at the Fair Haven Wooden Soldier.
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!
Everyone’s welcome!
Bring a friend, grab a cup on us, and let’s talk.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 8:00 - 9:30 AM at the Fair Haven Wooden Soldier.
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!
Everyone’s welcome!
Bring a friend, grab a cup on us, and let’s talk.
Kindergarten was introduced to our next two zoo phonics friends: A-Allie alligator and G-Gordo gorilla
Kinder Bears are quite creative during Choice Time! We have builders, drawers, and even an X-ray machine being utilized in the classroom. Such curious independent learners!
Meet Faculty & Staff Monday: CES Pre-K Teacher, Ms. Laura Daily
This month we’re excited to highlight Ms. Laura Daily, who is now in her third year at Slate Valley—though she’s no stranger to our district! After working here previously, Laura returned about ten years later, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a deep passion for early childhood education.
Before returning to Slate Valley, Laura worked in several roles across the region, including opening the preschool program at Wells Village School and serving in West Rutland School, the Bennington Rutland Supervisory Union, and the Early Childhood Education Department at Bennington College. She’s also worked with HeadStart and as a curriculum coordinator for a private preschool. Laura has been studying and working in education since the 1990s, with her true calling centered around Early Childhood Development and Learning.
When she’s not in the classroom, Laura loves spending time with her family, enjoying nature, gardening, horseback riding, yoga, and taking walks with her dog and three children.
Her favorite quote?
“It is what it is, and it will be what you make of it.”
Laura dreams of one day opening her own hands-on learning program that partners closely with families and includes an equine therapy component—an inspiring vision that perfectly reflects her dedication to learning through experience.
Thank you, Ms. Daily, for your passion, creativity, and dedication—and for being such a valuable part of the Slate Valley community!
This month we’re excited to highlight Ms. Laura Daily, who is now in her third year at Slate Valley—though she’s no stranger to our district! After working here previously, Laura returned about ten years later, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a deep passion for early childhood education.
Before returning to Slate Valley, Laura worked in several roles across the region, including opening the preschool program at Wells Village School and serving in West Rutland School, the Bennington Rutland Supervisory Union, and the Early Childhood Education Department at Bennington College. She’s also worked with HeadStart and as a curriculum coordinator for a private preschool. Laura has been studying and working in education since the 1990s, with her true calling centered around Early Childhood Development and Learning.
When she’s not in the classroom, Laura loves spending time with her family, enjoying nature, gardening, horseback riding, yoga, and taking walks with her dog and three children.
Her favorite quote?
“It is what it is, and it will be what you make of it.”
Laura dreams of one day opening her own hands-on learning program that partners closely with families and includes an equine therapy component—an inspiring vision that perfectly reflects her dedication to learning through experience.
Thank you, Ms. Daily, for your passion, creativity, and dedication—and for being such a valuable part of the Slate Valley community!
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.
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.
October 3, 2025: Slate Valley District Newsletter
https://mailchi.mp/fa2659ed6054/district-newsletter-october-3-2025
https://mailchi.mp/fa2659ed6054/district-newsletter-october-3-2025
5th graders are busy collecting data on our carrots for October’s Number Corner! After just few days, our carrots’ masses are dropping, and we are graphing the progress all month!
📢 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! 💙
🕔 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! 💙
“Beautiful” is first grades 3rd Monarch that has completed its life cycle. We have identified the gender and have our first male of the year! You can see 2 black dots on the hindwings, this is the male monarch’s scent pouch or androconium. Now, we patiently are waiting for “Nana” to emerge from its chrysalis.
Student work from around the classrooms!
Student work from around the classrooms!
Student work from around the school!
Kindergarten slime party!
Kindergarteners chose to have a slime celebration for filling their class hive with buzz beads!
Kinder Bears earned a slime celebration after adding their classroom "buzz beads" to the school hive! Well done!
Second grade earned a stuffie celebration!
1st grade successfully won their challenge to earn the last 9 buzzbeads yesterday!!! Today we will celebrate with some free create time.
Slate Valley District Newsletter: September 26, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/79359f4019ef/slate-valley-district-newsletter-92625
https://mailchi.mp/79359f4019ef/slate-valley-district-newsletter-92625
