Our 8th Grade Dance might have looked a little different this year, but with the required precautions in place, we were able to celebrate with our 8th grade class!
Good Morning,
In coordination with the Vermont Department of Health, Vermont Emergency Management, and the Agency of Education, Slate Valley Unified School District is hosting a vaccination clinic at Fair Haven Union High School today.
Clinic Details:
9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fair Haven Union High School
33 Mechanic St
Fair Haven, VT
This clinic will serve students ages 12 and up in our district, as well as members of the community. Currently, walk-ins are being accepted. Therapy dogs will be available at the clinic.
Reminder - FHGS Celebration of Learning is taking place next week. We hope many of our families will be able to attend!
Today (5/24/2021) FHGS students and staff completed a successful "All Options Drill."
Reminder! Tonight (May 24th)
You’re invited to the (virtual) Slate Valley Unified Union School District Board Meeting at 6:30 p.m.
Participation will be virtual only. Connect by going to https://https://meet.google.com/drs-woyk-irm or join by phone (US) +1 617-675-4444 PIN: 740 586 770 3200#
Tonight’s Agenda: https://5il.co/stz1
Previous Meeting Minutes: https://5il.co/so89
Summer Camp Opportunity!
FHGS will be holding a summer camp for current 6th, 7th and 8th graders interested in exploring the lands and waters of our region, documenting the biodiversity and developing a sense of connectedness between humans and our environment. G.A.P., or the Great Adventure Project, will be held the week of June 21st to the 25th. We start each day at 8:15 and dismiss each day around 2:30. The camp is limited to 16 students based on the number of kayaks. Reach out to Archie Clark, Middle School Science Teacher, with any questions or concerns.
Slate Valley Summer Camp 2021
Ages 6-12
Slate Valley is partnering with Fair Haven Recreation Department at NO COST to any Slate Valley family providing the following Summer Camp options at Fair Haven Grade School for the summer of 2021. Each option includes free breakfast and free lunch, tuition, transportation from our sister schools, all needed supplies, and three weeks of learning activities run by Slate Valley teachers. Register at https://tinyurl.com/SVSummerCamp or email summercamp@svuvt.org or call your child's school to register before June 1st, 2021.
Caring Canines members, Mayor Murphee and Tony enjoyed hearing some wonderful stories read by our students during their visit today.
Mr. Merrill's 7th grade ELA Class taking advantage of the beautiful weather yesterday to do a group read outside and then practice a moment of mindfulness as it connects to the theme of the book they are currently reading, Touching Spirit Bear.
Bike Club is on a roll! With the beautiful weather we've been having keep an eye out for our fabulous bikers!
We are happy to share our FHGS May Newsletter! It contains lots of important end of the year dates and upcoming events. Please let us know if you have questions. https://5il.co/swbt
Reminder, tonight!
Virtual Listening Tours with SVUUSD Board Members (Note: You are welcome to attend any of the meetings regardless of what town you reside in.)
Join board members for a conversation about Middle School Reorganization prior to their vote on May 24th.
May 19th, 6 PM - Orwell/Benson - Connect by going to https://meet.google.com/djm-sekz-bca or join by phone (US) +1 786-563-9119 (PIN: 104762513)
Reminder, tonight!
Virtual Listening Tours with SVUUSD Board Members (Note: You are welcome to attend any of the meetings regardless of what town you reside in.)
Join board members for a conversation about Middle School Reorganization prior to their vote on May 24th.
May 18th, 6 PM - Castleton/Hubbardton - Connect by going to https://meet.google.com/gee-acpe-ota or join by phone (US) +1 442-900-4083 (PIN: 398252852)
If you are unable to attend tonight, there is another opportunity tomorrow evening:
May 19th, 6 PM - Orwell/Benson - Connect by going to https://meet.google.com/djm-sekz-bca or join by phone (US) +1 786-563-9119 (PIN: 104762513)
Attention all middle schoolers we will be traveling Around the World August 2-5th. Please join us as we explore each continent's cultures through games, music, food, animals, language and so much more! Check out landmarks and views up close through virtual reality, spend time with friends, meet news ones and see what middle school is all about. Camp will be 4 days of packed fun. We will meet each day from 9-1 pm. Lunch will be served. If interested, please call or email Ms. Ezzo at Kezzo@svuvt.org to sign up or for more information. All incoming 6-8th graders are welcome!
Reminder, tonight!
Virtual Listening Tours with SVUUSD Board Members (Note: You are welcome to attend any of the meetings regardless of what town you reside in.)
Join board members for a conversation about Middle School Reorganization prior to their vote on May 24th.
May 17th, 6 PM - Fair Haven/West Haven - Connect by going to https://meet.google.com/pdu-abre-xnm or by phone (US) +1 585-532-5413 (PIN: 713397202)
You are also welcome to attend the following evenings:
May 18th, 6 PM - Castleton/Hubbardton - Connect by going to https://meet.google.com/gee-acpe-ota or join by phone (US) +1 442-900-4083 (PIN: 398252852)
May 19th, 6 PM - Orwell/Benson - Connect by going to https://meet.google.com/djm-sekz-bca or join by phone (US) +1 786-563-9119 (PIN: 104762513)
Working together, socially distanced, team building activities in Mrs. A's PE class!
Slate Valley Summer Camp 2021
Ages 6-12
Slate Valley is partnering with Fair Haven Recreation Department at NO COST to any Slate Valley family providing the following Summer Camp options at Fair Haven Grade School for the summer of 2021. Each option includes free breakfast and free lunch, tuition, transportation from our sister schools, all needed supplies, and three weeks of learning activities run by Slate Valley teachers.
Register at https://tinyurl.com/SVSummerCamp or email summercamp@svuvt.org or call your child's school to register before June 1st, 2021.
Please join us on June 2nd for an outdoor celebration of learning. Come and see student work from throughout the year on display.
Dear Slate Valley Families:
In coordination with the Vermont Department of Health, Vermont Emergency Management, and the Agency of Education, Slate Valley Unified School District has scheduled an upcoming vaccination clinic at Fair Haven Union High School. This clinic will serve students ages 12 and up in our district, as well as students in other nearby public and independent schools and members of our community – including parents!
We especially look forward to providing vaccines for our 12-15 year-old students, who are newly eligible to receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine (https://www.fda.gov/media/144414/download). The Health Department and Vermont pediatricians have put together this two-page information sheet (https://www.healthvermont.gov/sites/default/files/documents/pdf/COVID19-Vaccine-Parent-Handout.pdf) on the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine and why it is safe and effective for this age group.
Please see details about the vaccination clinic below. If you have any questions, please contact Deb Hanson, RN at dhanson@svuvt.org. We are eager to support you however we can to help get our students vaccinated for their health and the health of our community.
Sincerely,
Brooke Olsen-Farrell
Superintendent
Clinic Details
Clinic Location: Fair Haven Union High School
Clinic Street Address: 33 Mechanic St, Fair Haven, VT
Clinic Date: Wednesday, May 26th
Clinic Hours: 9:30-3:30
Registration
The best way to reserve a dose of vaccine for your child is to register online (https://vermont.force.com/events/s/selfregistration). As part of registering online, you will be asked to provide your consent as their parent/guardian for your child to receive the vaccine. More information on registering online is available on the Health Department website (https://apps.health.vermont.gov/COVID/faq/#vaccine-registration-and-appointments).
Anyone who is unable to make their appointment online, needs help, or who wants to speak with someone in a language other than English can call (855) 722-7878 and press 1 for interpretation services, Monday through Friday from 8:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. This phone line is TTY enabled.
If your student attends Fair Haven Union High School and you register for an appointment during the school day, your child will be able to attend their vaccine appointment while at school. You do not need to be present, but you are welcome to attend with them if that would be helpful. We also encourage you to make an appointment for yourself if you are not yet vaccinated!
If your child attends the clinic without you, they will be asked to confirm the answers to health questions that were part of the registration process, such as whether or not they:
-Have any history of allergic reaction to vaccines or injectable therapies
-Are currently sick with COVID-19
-Have recently had any other vaccines
-Have a bleeding disorder or are taking blood thinners
-Are breastfeeding or lactating
Walk-Ins
The best way to ensure a dose is available for your child is to register in advance, but depending on how many registrations are made, we expect there to be a limited number of walk-in doses available. If your child takes advantage of a walk-in appointment, we will need to get your consent for them to be vaccinated in one of three ways:
-You can complete and sign the Vaccine Consent Form (https://www.healthvermont.gov/sites/default/files/documents/pdf/vaccine-consent-form-English.pdf).
-You can come to the clinic and give your consent in person.
-A member of the vaccine clinic staff or the school nurse can call you on the phone to talk to you and document your consent.
Other Options to Get Vaccinated
If our school clinic is not a convenient time for your family, there are many options statewide to get vaccinated. Your 12-15-year-old can register for a vaccine at any community vaccine clinic providing the Pfizer vaccine that is convenient to you. In addition, pharmacies at Kinney Drugs, CVS, Costco and Hannaford’s are now offering appointments for Pfizer vaccine to Vermonters aged 12 and up. Please note that each pharmacy has its own process and requirements for parental consent.
https://www.healthvermont.gov/covid-19/vaccine/about-covid-19-vaccines-vermont
Tonight!
Please review the previous home school compact https://5il.co/shau and these draft procedures https://5il.co/rx38.
Join with Google Meet: http://www.meet.google.com/cpv-hntq-snr or by phone (US) +1 413-597-8010 (PIN: 162 393 001#).
