Big news from Benson! 🎥 WPTZ NBC 5 is bringing "Weather at Your School" to Benson Village School this Friday, October 24th!
Tune in between 5–8 AM to catch live weather broadcasts featuring our amazing faculty, staff, and—of course—students!
Tune in between 5–8 AM to catch live weather broadcasts featuring our amazing faculty, staff, and—of course—students!
4-5th graders read weather related science books to first grade
Board Meeting - October 20, 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 & High School Band Room.
This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/omx-yjby-qea
Or dial: (US) +1 636-888-0147 PIN: 204 052 260#
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 Fair Haven Union Middle & High School Band Room.
This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/omx-yjby-qea
Or dial: (US) +1 636-888-0147 PIN: 204 052 260#
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.
Reminder: This Wednesday...
Public Hearing Notice: Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force
The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force invites community members to attend one of its public hearings to share perspectives and priorities that will help shape proposals for Vermont’s future school district boundaries. The hearing closest to us is:
Wednesday, October 22 | 6:00–8:00 PM at Rutland High School, in Rutland.
These hearings are a chance to learn about the Task Force’s purpose and process, share your ideas and concerns, and offer public testimony (2 minutes per speaker; written comments welcome if time runs short).
Your voice matters—help guide the future of Vermont’s schools!
Public Hearing Notice: Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force
The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force invites community members to attend one of its public hearings to share perspectives and priorities that will help shape proposals for Vermont’s future school district boundaries. The hearing closest to us is:
Wednesday, October 22 | 6:00–8:00 PM at Rutland High School, in Rutland.
These hearings are a chance to learn about the Task Force’s purpose and process, share your ideas and concerns, and offer public testimony (2 minutes per speaker; written comments welcome if time runs short).
Your voice matters—help guide the future of Vermont’s schools!
Kinder Bears are making their mark!
Students are studying famous Vermonters!
Students are learning about mass as they graph the data of the "shrinking carrot"
Our students are learning all about weather and prepping for our WPTZ weather morning on 10/24!
When I look in the mirror , I see .......
All about leaves!!!!!!
October Art projects!
Slate Valley District Newsletter: October 17, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/d574ac7a76a0/slate-valley-district-newsletter-october-17-2025
https://mailchi.mp/d574ac7a76a0/slate-valley-district-newsletter-october-17-2025
4-5th graders read weather related science books to first grade
On Wednesday, October 15th, Slate Valley UUSD had the great honor of hosting the Vermont State Board of Education Meeting — a first for our district!
Among those in attendance were Secretary of Education Zoie Saunders, State Board Attorney and Slater alum Sarah Buxton, Esq., and Board Member Lyle Jepson, who many will remember as the FHUHS Principal in the 1990s.
The day began with a tour of Fair Haven Union Middle and High School, led by building administrators, followed by a presentation from Superintendent Brooke Olsen-Farrell and faculty members who showcased the innovative and unique classes offered throughout Slate Valley.
It was a busy, exciting, and truly proud day for our district—highlighting the incredible learning, collaboration, and community that define Slate Valley.
The BVS Safety and Security Patrol received their pins today!
The BVS Junior Library Assistants are hard at work!
Notice: Today's 5/6 Boys Soccer game vs Brandon Rec scheduled for 4:30 @ FHGS has been CANCELED.
Slate Valley District Newsletter: October 10, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/412ddc0cb9f9/slate-valley-district-newsletter-october-10-2025
https://mailchi.mp/412ddc0cb9f9/slate-valley-district-newsletter-october-10-2025
Public Hearing Notice: Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force
The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force invites community members to attend one of its public hearings to share perspectives and priorities that will help shape proposals for Vermont’s future school district boundaries. The hearing closest to us is:
Wednesday, October 22 | 6:00–8:00 PM at Rutland High School, in Rutland.
These hearings are a chance to learn about the Task Force’s purpose and process, share your ideas and concerns, and offer public testimony (2 minutes per speaker; written comments welcome if time runs short).
Your voice matters—help guide the future of Vermont’s schools!
The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force invites community members to attend one of its public hearings to share perspectives and priorities that will help shape proposals for Vermont’s future school district boundaries. The hearing closest to us is:
Wednesday, October 22 | 6:00–8:00 PM at Rutland High School, in Rutland.
These hearings are a chance to learn about the Task Force’s purpose and process, share your ideas and concerns, and offer public testimony (2 minutes per speaker; written comments welcome if time runs short).
Your voice matters—help guide the future of Vermont’s schools!
Friday Focus: Celebrating Our Library & Media Specialists! 📚💻
This week’s Friday Focus shines on the incredible Library/Media Specialists who bring learning, literacy, and technology together across Slate Valley!
Mrs. Annie Crumb – Fair Haven Union Middle & High School
Mrs. Tina Rampone – Castleton Elementary & Orwell Village School
Ms. Rebekah Williams – Fair Haven Grade & Benson Village School
Our library/media specialists do so much more than manage books—they inspire curiosity, guide research, and empower students to become thoughtful, tech-savvy learners. From storytime and research projects to digital citizenship and coding, they balance traditional library services with ever-evolving technology integration.
Their work ensures that our students have the resources, skills, and confidence to thrive in an information-rich world.
Thank you, Mrs. Crumb, Mrs. Rampone, and Mrs. Williams, for all that you do to keep our students reading, thinking, and growing every day!
This week’s Friday Focus shines on the incredible Library/Media Specialists who bring learning, literacy, and technology together across Slate Valley!
Mrs. Annie Crumb – Fair Haven Union Middle & High School
Mrs. Tina Rampone – Castleton Elementary & Orwell Village School
Ms. Rebekah Williams – Fair Haven Grade & Benson Village School
Our library/media specialists do so much more than manage books—they inspire curiosity, guide research, and empower students to become thoughtful, tech-savvy learners. From storytime and research projects to digital citizenship and coding, they balance traditional library services with ever-evolving technology integration.
Their work ensures that our students have the resources, skills, and confidence to thrive in an information-rich world.
Thank you, Mrs. Crumb, Mrs. Rampone, and Mrs. Williams, for all that you do to keep our students reading, thinking, and growing every day!
