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The 5th graders at Castleton Elementary School completed the autonomous train challenge using the Edison robots in library class. Their train had to stop 5 seconds at the train station, blink both the left and right lights for two seconds and make a beep. This was started with a clap and continued with a continuous loop. Well done!
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Tonight - June 10, 2024
You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Special Board Meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the Orwell Village School - Town Hall.
This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to: https://meet.google.com/ezy-kfsg-rer Or dial: (US) +1 518-547-0125 PIN: 730 415 955#
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.
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Students experienced sheer joy while doing the "bouncing bubble project" with Mrs. Mead.
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Last week, third graders enjoyed a day at Billings Farm. They explored the grounds, exhibits, and learned a lot about dairy farming. Students even sampled some ice cream! It was a fun way to end a great year!
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The FHUHS Marching Band put on an excellent presentation at CES yesterday morning. Thank you to the participating students and their instructor Mrs. Adams.
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On June 5th, we held our First Annual Kindergarten Information Night! Ms. Molis and Mrs. Winrich talked with families about what to expect for your new student at CES and about ways to set them up this summer for success in the fall!
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Next School Board Meeting - Monday: June 10, 2024 (Notice Earlier Start Time of 5:30 P.M.)
You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Special Board Meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the Orwell Village School - Town Hall.
This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to: https://meet.google.com/ezy-kfsg-rer Or dial: (US) +1 518-547-0125 PIN: 730 415 955#
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.
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PLEASE NOTE: The Rutland Herald ended today's article with misinformation. The next Budget Vote will once again be by Australian or ABSENTEE BALLOT. Contact your town clerk for your absentee ballots. The new warning will be discussed and voted on at the next school board meeting, Monday, June 10th. Once this is done, ballots will be distributed to the town offices. The Rutland Herald has since updated the online article, and will be issuing a correction in tomorrow's paper. The photo shows the corrected article ending now online. Here is the link to the full article:
https://www.rutlandherald.com/news/local/slate-valley-school-board-finance-committee-talks-fifth-budget-recommendation/article_9ba0af52-2362-11ef-be69-7743ff5cfe4d.html
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Today, Guardians of the Galaxy 4th grade scientists and engineers were challenged to brainstorm, design, build, and test a space vehicle that would allow their "space ambassadors" to pass through entrance and exit portals. Mrs. Ray brought in her bunnies for the final test. These four week old "rabinauts" were held, loved, and encouraged to pass in and out of tunnels and doorways so that a message of peace could be spread throughout the galaxy. Design, construction and teamwork were evident in all creations. The challenge ended with all spacecraft united together in an effort to allow for inter-spacecraft goodwill! -submitted by Linda Corliss
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Local youth football program registration is now open, if interested go to: https://www.vermontvipersfootball.com/
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Available to every student, every morning!
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Kindergarten Information Night - June 5th
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Today, CES first and second graders enjoyed a morning filled with science activities! Students planted succulents, went on a hike to the pond, pressed plants into clay to make fossils and painted a scene to document their day!
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Please Vote!
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Today our 4th grade embarked on their traditional trip to Fort Ticonderoga on the shores of Lake Champlain. Sergeant Stuart retold the history of the fort, demonstrated firing a musket and ran through various orders such as dressing the line, turning direction, and marching to different locations on the grounds . It was a great living history experience.
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Your Vote Counts!
Tonight's Budget Information Meeting - 6:30 PM in the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School Band Room. Join virtually by going to: https://meet.google.com/zpj-eomo-syc or phone dial: (US) +1 443-354-8862 PIN: 417 347 949#
Cast your vote tomorrow, May 30th!
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Have questions about the budget? Then attend the Budget Information Meeting tomorrow night at 6:30 PM in the Fair Haven Union Middle and High School Band Room. Join virtually by going to: https://meet.google.com/zpj-eomo-syc or phone dial: (US) +1 443-354-8862 PIN: 417 347 949#
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Are you registered to VOTE? It's not too late, visit: https://www.vote.org/register-to-vote/vermont/ and let your voice be heard this Thursday, May 30th. Please attend the Slate Valley Budget Information Meeting the night before on Wednesday, May 29th at 6:30 PM in the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School Band Room. Attendance can be in person or virtual by going to: https://meet.google.com/zpj-eomo-syc. Cast your ballot fully informed, every vote counts!
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Yesterday, students in 4th grade presented their final report assignment from Mr. Canty for the 23/24 school year. The Reptile and Amphibian Reports were very popular and featured many of the creatures we might see in the wilds of Vermont. Students presented information about their chosen animal's diet, physical characteristics, habitat, importance to their environment, along with extra facts that they thought were interesting. In addition, each student wrote either an Acrostic or Haiku poem about their animal. Each student practiced oral speaking along with physical presence during a presentation. The 4th grade students have enjoyed these projects immensely! Thank you Mr. Canty for another year of fun projects!