We’re excited to kick off the first Meet Faculty & Staff Monday of the 2025–2026 school year with Mrs. Becky Lanfear! Mrs. Lanfear has been part of the Slate Valley family for an incredible 26 years at Castleton Elementary School, where she has taught Kindergarten, First, Second, and Third Grade—inspiring countless students along the way.

Before joining CES, Becky worked at VAC in Rutland in their Pre-K program, and her passion for early education has been evident ever since.
Outside of school, Becky enjoys playing board and dice games like Clue, Yahtzee, and Farkle, baking, and cheering on her favorite sports—football, softball, soccer, and basketball.

One of her favorite quotes is from Benjamin Franklin:
“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn.”

Becky also has strong ties to our community—both of her children attended Castleton Elementary and graduated from Fair Haven Union High School. She and her family are proud to be part of Slater Nation!

We are so grateful to Becky for her 26 years of dedication, passion, and care in teaching Slate Valley students. Thank you for all you do!
about 1 year ago, Slate Valley
Meet Faculty & Staff Monday graphic featuring Becky Lanfear, CES third grade teacher. Text highlights her 26 years at Castleton Elementary, previous work in early childhood education, hobbies like board games and baking, and her favorite Benjamin Franklin quote. Includes appreciation for her dedication and connection to the Slate Valley community.
Slate Valley District Newsletter: September 5, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/1f6fa26075e3/slate-valley-district-newsletter-september-5-2025
about 1 year ago, Slate Valley
Slate Valley Unified USD Newsletter dated September 5, 2025, with Slate Valley logo and banner reading ‘Hello September.
Kinder Bears went on a bear hunt during Yoga time
about 1 year ago, Amy Roy
Kinder bears went on a bear hunt during yoga time
Kinder bears went on a bear hunt during oga time
Naming the beginning letter project in Kindergarten!
about 1 year ago, Amy Roy
Kindergarten beginning letter project
Kindergarten beginning letter project
Kindergarten beginning letter project
Kindergarten beginning letter project
Kindergarten beginning letter project
Kindergarten beginning letter project

Third graders displaying glyphs that show their feelings about math and their preferred learning styles."

about 1 year ago, Kelley Schultz
Third graders displaying glyphs that show their feelings about math and their preferred learning styles."

"First graders displaying bracelets they made, each representing a classroom expectation."

about 1 year ago, Kelley Schultz
"First graders displaying bracelets they made, each representing a classroom expectation."
"First graders displaying bracelets they made, each representing a classroom expectation."
📢 Reminder: Please join us tonight for the first 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 starting and our hopes moving forward.

We look forward to seeing you there! 💙
about 1 year ago, Slate Valley
Slate Valley Community Advisory Council meeting announcement for September 2, 2025 at 5:45 PM in the Central Office Conference Room at Fair Haven Union Middle and High School.
First Grade Butterflies!
about 1 year ago, Kelley Schultz
Colorful butterfly drawings created by 1st grade students are displayed on a classroom bulletin board
Colorful butterfly drawings created by 1st grade students are displayed on a classroom bulletin board
Colorful butterfly drawings created by 1st grade students are displayed on a classroom bulletin board
Colorful butterfly drawings created by 1st grade students are displayed on a classroom bulletin board
Colorful butterfly drawings created by 1st grade students are displayed on a classroom bulletin board

4th grade students play soccer on the school field under a sunny sky.

about 1 year ago, Kelley Schultz
4th grade students play soccer on the school field under a sunny sky.
4th grade students play soccer on the school field under a sunny sky.
4th grade students play soccer on the school field under a sunny sky.
4th grade students play soccer on the school field under a sunny sky.
4th grade students play soccer on the school field under a sunny sky.
4th grade students play soccer on the school field under a sunny sky.
4th grade students play soccer on the school field under a sunny sky.
4th grade students play soccer on the school field under a sunny sky.
4th grade students play soccer on the school field under a sunny sky.

Kindergarten students practice switching between learning stations with bead activities.

about 1 year ago, Kelley Schultz
Kindergarten students practice switching between learning stations with bead activities.
Kindergarten students practice switching between learning stations with bead activities.
Kindergarten students practice switching between learning stations with bead activities.
Kindergarten students practice switching between learning stations with bead activities.
Kindergarten students practice switching between learning stations with bead activities.
Kindergarten students practice switching between learning stations with bead activities.
Kindergarten students practice switching between learning stations with bead activities.
📢 Reminder: There will be no school this Monday in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy the long weekend, and we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday!
about 1 year ago, Slate Valley
Graphic with text reading ‘No School Monday in Observance of Labor Day.’ Illustrations of various workers, including a farmer, doctor, soldier, teacher, and others, appear below. Slate Valley logo at the bottom.
Slate Valley District Newsletter: August 29, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/a3352b4ace47/slate-valley-back-to-school-newsletter
about 1 year ago, Slate Valley
First page of Slate Valley Unified USD newsletter, dated August 29, 2025. Banner shows the Slate Valley logo with the title 'The Halls Are Active Again—Welcome Back, Slate Valley!' Below is a photo of a smiling child resting their chin on their hands. The text highlights the start of the 2025–2026 school year, with teacher prep, student activities, and excitement for a new year.
First Day Freeze Frames 📸
See the full video at https://www.facebook.com/share/r/19xeZ8KHb8/
Welcome Back to All Slate Valley Students!
about 1 year ago, Slate Valley
Screenshot showing young students posing for a photo with their teacher behind them peering through decorative blue streamers.
First Day of School!
about 1 year ago, Kelley Schultz
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about 1 year ago, Kelley Schultz
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🏫✨ The first day at Benson Village School was filled with excitement! Students settled into their classrooms, reconnected with friends, and kicked off a brand-new year of learning adventures. 💙🍎🐻
about 1 year ago, Slate Valley
A group of young children stand together in a line, smiling, with blue hanging decorations behind them and a teacher peeking through in the background.
A classroom of smiling children wave at the camera while seated at desks, with their teacher standing and smiling in the background.
A young girl in a purple hoodie and a boy in a green shirt and camouflage jacket sit at a yellow table, looking at a "Library Bingo" worksheet.
A teacher interacts with students in a classroom where children sit at tables working; a bouquet of white flowers is in the foreground.
A boy poses outdoors with a “First Day 25–26” photo frame, while a staff member wearing a denim jacket with the word “School” decorated on the back takes his picture.
A group of students wait in line outdoors for their turn to pose with the “First Day 25–26” frame, while a classmate has their picture taken.