📣 Community members are invited to attend the next Slate Valley Community Advisory Council (CAC) Meeting!
The Community Advisory Council provides an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to collaborate, share ideas, and engage in meaningful conversations that help support and strengthen our Slate Valley schools.
📅 Tuesday, June 2, 2026
🕔 5:45–7:00 PM
📍 Central Office Conference Room
Fair Haven Union Middle & High School
This meeting will also serve as the final Community Advisory Council meeting of the 2025–26 school year. Thank you to everyone who has participated and shared ideas throughout the year. Your voices, perspectives, and collaboration help make our Slate Valley community stronger.
We hope you’ll join us as we wrap up another great year together!
The Community Advisory Council provides an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to collaborate, share ideas, and engage in meaningful conversations that help support and strengthen our Slate Valley schools.
📅 Tuesday, June 2, 2026
🕔 5:45–7:00 PM
📍 Central Office Conference Room
Fair Haven Union Middle & High School
This meeting will also serve as the final Community Advisory Council meeting of the 2025–26 school year. Thank you to everyone who has participated and shared ideas throughout the year. Your voices, perspectives, and collaboration help make our Slate Valley community stronger.
We hope you’ll join us as we wrap up another great year together!

🌿🚣 Celebrating 40 Years of Summer Environmental Projects! 🚣🌿
For four decades, students and community members in Slate Valley have explored, learned, and connected with nature through unforgettable summer environmental programs—from the original East Creek Project, to CARP & CHAMP, and today’s GAP program.
Now it’s time to celebrate this incredible milestone together!
📅 Saturday, May 30
🕙 10:00 a.m.
📍 Glen Lake
Whether you participated years ago, are involved today, or simply enjoy the outdoors, everyone is invited to join us as we celebrate 40 years of environmental learning, stewardship, and memories.
🚣 Need a kayak? Kayaks may be available to borrow! Contact cstantonvt@gmail.com
Come reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate the impact these programs have had across generations. 🌲
For four decades, students and community members in Slate Valley have explored, learned, and connected with nature through unforgettable summer environmental programs—from the original East Creek Project, to CARP & CHAMP, and today’s GAP program.
Now it’s time to celebrate this incredible milestone together!
📅 Saturday, May 30
🕙 10:00 a.m.
📍 Glen Lake
Whether you participated years ago, are involved today, or simply enjoy the outdoors, everyone is invited to join us as we celebrate 40 years of environmental learning, stewardship, and memories.
🚣 Need a kayak? Kayaks may be available to borrow! Contact cstantonvt@gmail.com
Come reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate the impact these programs have had across generations. 🌲

District Newsletter - May 22, 2026: https://mailchi.mp/330cab433461/slate-valley-district-newsletter-may-15-13836741

🇺🇸 Castleton Elementary Honors Memorial Day 🇺🇸
This morning, Castleton Elementary School students, staff, families, and community members gathered for a meaningful Memorial Day assembly to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.
Led by music director Ms. Tugas, students performed songs representing each branch of the military, paying tribute to the men and women who have served our nation. The Crippen-Fellows Post 50 Color Guard proudly presented the colors, helping to make the ceremony especially meaningful.
Continuing a cherished tradition, Grade 4 students recited In Flanders Fields, with Grade 5 students delivering the powerful response poem. Another highlight of the morning was recognizing student creativity and reflection through the American Legion Women's Auxiliary Post 50 Poppy Poster and Essay Contest awards.
As we head into Memorial Day weekend, we remember that this holiday is not simply a day off, but a time to honor and remember those who gave everything for our freedoms. ❤️🤍💙
This morning, Castleton Elementary School students, staff, families, and community members gathered for a meaningful Memorial Day assembly to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.
Led by music director Ms. Tugas, students performed songs representing each branch of the military, paying tribute to the men and women who have served our nation. The Crippen-Fellows Post 50 Color Guard proudly presented the colors, helping to make the ceremony especially meaningful.
Continuing a cherished tradition, Grade 4 students recited In Flanders Fields, with Grade 5 students delivering the powerful response poem. Another highlight of the morning was recognizing student creativity and reflection through the American Legion Women's Auxiliary Post 50 Poppy Poster and Essay Contest awards.
As we head into Memorial Day weekend, we remember that this holiday is not simply a day off, but a time to honor and remember those who gave everything for our freedoms. ❤️🤍💙










📣 Reminder for Students & Families 📣
Please note the upcoming schedule changes for the Memorial Day holiday weekend:
🕒 Friday, May 22 – Early Release Day
🇺🇸 Monday, May 25 – No School in recognition of Memorial Day
As we enjoy the long weekend, we also take time to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
Please plan accordingly, and we wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday weekend. ❤️🤍💙
Please note the upcoming schedule changes for the Memorial Day holiday weekend:
🕒 Friday, May 22 – Early Release Day
🇺🇸 Monday, May 25 – No School in recognition of Memorial Day
As we enjoy the long weekend, we also take time to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
Please plan accordingly, and we wish everyone a safe and meaningful holiday weekend. ❤️🤍💙

Submitted by Ms. Corliss: The latest 4th grade exploration took us underwater into the world of fish. After creatively naming a fish species developed in their imaginations, each student got to dive into the facts about their fish. Sharing where they found it and where it usually lives, they went on to share its body shape, fin array, coloration, and mouth or jaw shape Each project highlighted creativity and adaptations of their fish to their environments. Come view our imaginary sea-world in the hallway by the gym! See more photos at: https://bit.ly/CESFashionFish
Submitted by librarian Mrs. Rampone: Students in 2nd grade library class listened to the book Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isabel Campoy. This book is based on a true story of a couple in San Diego, California that envisioned murals covering the inner city buildings. Our students colored a collaborative mural of a tiger!

Submitted by 5th Grade Teacher, Mrs. Simpson: Before the heat rolled in, students requested to take their reading outdoors. Everyone enjoyed the fresh air, change of scenery, and were able to focus on their books (with a slight breeze all around us). It was a wonderful reminder that sometimes learning feels even better outside of the classroom walls.




On May 14, Castleton Elementary School celebrated student creativity and talent during its annual Evening of the Arts, featuring both visual art and musical performances to close out the school year.
The evening began with a student art gallery inspired by Canadian folk artist Maud Lewis, created through a collaboration between art teacher Darcie Parrott and librarian Tina Rampone that connected art, literature, and history.
The celebration concluded with the school’s final concert of the year, as students performed a variety of choral and instrumental selections for families and community members.
The evening began with a student art gallery inspired by Canadian folk artist Maud Lewis, created through a collaboration between art teacher Darcie Parrott and librarian Tina Rampone that connected art, literature, and history.
The celebration concluded with the school’s final concert of the year, as students performed a variety of choral and instrumental selections for families and community members.







For many years, Slate Valley Unified Union School District has proudly participated in the USDA Summer Food Service Program, providing free, nutritious meals to children throughout our community during the summer months. As we begin planning for Summer 2026, we want to hear from you!
We are gathering feedback about the SFSP non-congregate meal program, which offers free multi-day meal boxes for children 18 and under. Each box includes 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches, can be picked up by a parent or guardian, and requires no application or income qualification.
We are especially hoping to connect with families whose children are not enrolled in the Castleton Recreation Camp or the Boys and Girls Club camp at Castleton Elementary School, as those programs will continue providing free summer meals on site.
Please take a few moments to complete this anonymous survey—
https://bit.ly/SVSummerMeals2026Survey
your feedback will help us make the program as accessible and convenient as possible for Slate Valley families. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and helping us better serve our community. Please complete one survey per household.
We are gathering feedback about the SFSP non-congregate meal program, which offers free multi-day meal boxes for children 18 and under. Each box includes 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches, can be picked up by a parent or guardian, and requires no application or income qualification.
We are especially hoping to connect with families whose children are not enrolled in the Castleton Recreation Camp or the Boys and Girls Club camp at Castleton Elementary School, as those programs will continue providing free summer meals on site.
Please take a few moments to complete this anonymous survey—
https://bit.ly/SVSummerMeals2026Survey
your feedback will help us make the program as accessible and convenient as possible for Slate Valley families. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and helping us better serve our community. Please complete one survey per household.
Special Board Meeting - May 18, 2026 - Notice Earlier Start
You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Board Meeting at 6:00 p.m. in 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/mcd-hhri-num
Or dial: (US) +1 470-839-8350 PIN: 521 928 888#
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 6:00 p.m. in 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/mcd-hhri-num
Or dial: (US) +1 470-839-8350 PIN: 521 928 888#
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.

Slate Valley District Newsletter: May 15, 2026
https://mailchi.mp/d52b3bb6eed0/slate-valley-district-newsletter-may-15-2026
https://mailchi.mp/d52b3bb6eed0/slate-valley-district-newsletter-may-15-2026

🦋📚 Butterflies took flight in Pre-K!
After reading Waiting for Wings, our Pre-K students put their creativity to work by designing and creating their very own beautiful butterflies. From colorful patterns to unique designs, each butterfly was as special as the student who made it! Great job, Pre-K friends!
After reading Waiting for Wings, our Pre-K students put their creativity to work by designing and creating their very own beautiful butterflies. From colorful patterns to unique designs, each butterfly was as special as the student who made it! Great job, Pre-K friends!
🖊️✨ Creativity meets history in Library class!
Our 6th graders are wrapping up their unit on Primary and Secondary Sources by using 3D pens to create their own primary source artifacts. Students designed and built colorful objects and images while learning how artifacts can help tell stories from the past and preserve history for future generations.
Hands-on learning, creativity, and history all came together in an engaging way as students explored how primary sources connect us to real people, places, and events. Great work, 6th graders! 👏📚
Our 6th graders are wrapping up their unit on Primary and Secondary Sources by using 3D pens to create their own primary source artifacts. Students designed and built colorful objects and images while learning how artifacts can help tell stories from the past and preserve history for future generations.
Hands-on learning, creativity, and history all came together in an engaging way as students explored how primary sources connect us to real people, places, and events. Great work, 6th graders! 👏📚
Slate Valley Faculty & Staff - We Appreciate You!










Slate Valley Faculty & Staff - Thank you for all you do!










Slate Valley Faculty & Staff - We Appreciate all you do!










Friday Focus - Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
As we wrap up Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, we want to take a moment to say thank you to the incredible faculty and staff of Slate Valley.
From classrooms to cafeterias, buses to offices—your dedication, compassion, and hard work are truly the heartbeat of our schools. ❤️
This week may be coming to a close, but our appreciation for all that you do continues every single day. Thank you for showing up, lifting others up, and making a difference in the lives of our students and community.
As we wrap up Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week, we want to take a moment to say thank you to the incredible faculty and staff of Slate Valley.
From classrooms to cafeterias, buses to offices—your dedication, compassion, and hard work are truly the heartbeat of our schools. ❤️
This week may be coming to a close, but our appreciation for all that you do continues every single day. Thank you for showing up, lifting others up, and making a difference in the lives of our students and community.

☕🥐 The Central Office coffee and pastry cart wrapped up its Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week tour today with visits to both Castleton Elementary School and Fair Haven Grade School!
From coffee and fresh pastries to laughter and conversation in the hallways, it was a small way to thank the incredible faculty and staff members who make a difference in the lives of students every single day. 💙
Thank you to all of our educators, support staff, and school teams across Slate Valley for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to our students and communities. We appreciate you! 🍎✨
From coffee and fresh pastries to laughter and conversation in the hallways, it was a small way to thank the incredible faculty and staff members who make a difference in the lives of students every single day. 💙
Thank you to all of our educators, support staff, and school teams across Slate Valley for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to our students and communities. We appreciate you! 🍎✨








