Fair Haven Grade School

Please read the following letter from Superintendent Olsen-Farrell regarding the re-opening of school: https://5il.co/igh5

Helpful resources for the upcoming (August 11th) Slate Valley Budget Revote: Budget Web Page https://www.slatevalleyunified.org/o/svusd/page/budget--108 Budget Flyer https://5il.co/igm1 Frequently Asked Questions https://5il.co/ig1r

Reminder, there is a special SVUUSD Board Meeting tonight at 6:30 PM Virtually connect by going to: http://meet.google.com/qbe-fiog-fsk See the agenda for more information.

Summer Meals Reminder: Meals will be available for pick up between the hours of 10:00AM and 11:00AM on Tuesdays and Fridays throughout the summer at Fair Haven Grade School. Any child from any town who is 18 years of age or younger can receive meals. When children are not present at the time of meal pick up, a parent or guardian can only receive meals for their child or children. Adults cannot pick up meals for other children when the children are not present with the adult. The last day for meal pick up will be Tuesday, August 11th and will include meals through Friday.

Reminder: You're invited to come discuss the upcoming August 11th Slate Valley Budget Revote with your board members on July 9th at 6 PM.

Slate Valley middle school athletes (grades 5-8) can sign up for Fall 2020 athletics from July 1st-August 14th on https://www.FormReleaf.com. Reminder- A yearly physical is required. 2020-2021 Athletics Information: Please read the full letter from Kim Alexander, District Middle School Athletic Director, here: https://5il.co/heuc Slate Valley Middle School Athletics (grades 5-8) Fall 2020 Sports Registration for: FHGS/BVS 5/6 Soccer FHGS/BVS 7/8 Boys Soccer FHGS/BVS 7/8 Girls Soccer CES/CVS/OVS 5/6 Soccer CVS/OVS 7/8 Boys Soccer CVS/OVS 7/8 Girls Soccer Slate Valley Padded Flag Football (6-8) Slate Valley Cross Country (6-8)

School Reopening Update - More Information Will Be Provided the Week of July 20th As you know, we are planning for reopening of schools in the fall. This planning will draw upon input from the parent survey as well as guidance from the Agency of Education (AOE). Guidance from the AOE has changed throughout the pandemic and continues to change frequently. In view of this, we are planning to provide further information during the week of July 20th. Thank you for your continued patience and support during these challenging times. AOE Guidance: https://5il.co/hjf2

You're invited to come discuss the upcoming August 11th Slate Valley Budget Revote with your board members on July 9th at 6 PM.

2020-2021 Athletics Information: Please read the letter from Kim Alexander, District Middle School Athletic Director, here: https://5il.co/heuc Slate Valley Middle School Athletics (grades 5-8) Fall 2020 Sports Registration for: FHGS/BVS 5/6 Soccer FHGS/BVS 7/8 Boys Soccer FHGS/BVS 7/8 Girls Soccer CES/CVS/OVS 5/6 Soccer CVS/OVS 7/8 Boys Soccer CVS/OVS 7/8 Girls Soccer Slate Valley Padded Flag Football (6-8) Slate Valley Cross Country (6-8) Please sign up on the Formreleaf registration (July 1 - August 14)/REMEMBER a yearly physical is mandatory.

As we wrap up the 19-20 school year, we say a few farewells to FHGS staff members not returning in the fall. Ms. Ostro-Remy, Mrs. Flannigan, and Mrs. Kramer - we will miss you and wish you the best in your coming adventures. Mr. Stanton and Ms. Jockell - we thank you for so many years of service and wish you an incredibly enjoyable retirement.

Tonight! Slate Valley Board Member Listening Tour Come share your thoughts with school board members from your community in a casual setting. June 18th at 6 p.m. With the budget being voted down, we wanted to provide you with an opportunity to voice your concerns. Board members from your community will be available to listen to you during these challenging times. Benson Residents - Meet at Benson Village School with Patricia Beaumont (patricia.beaumont@svuvt.org) and Rebeckah St. Peter (rebeckah.stpeter@svuvt.org) to share your concerns. Castleton Residents - Meet at Castleton Elementary School (outside pavillion) with Julie Finnegan (julie.finnegan@svuvt.org), Toni Lobdell (toni.lobdell@svuvt.org), and Timothy Smith (timothy.smith@svuvt.org) to share your concerns. Fair Haven Residents - Meet in the FHUHS Gym - with Michael Bache (michael.bache@svuvt.org), Tara Buxton (tara.buxton@svuvt.org), and Richard Wilson (richard.wilson@svuvt.org) to share your concerns. Hubbardton Residents - Meet in the Town Hall with Joshua Hardt (joshua.hardt@svuvt.org) to share your concerns. Orwell Residents - Meet on the Town Green with Glen Cousineau (glen.cousineau@svuvt.org), Peter Stone (peter.stone@svuvt.org), and John Wurzbacher (john.wurzbacher@svuvt.org) to share your concerns. West Haven Residents - Meet at the Grange with Angela Charron (angela.charron@svuvt.org) and Tanya Tolchin (tanya.tolchin@svuvt.org) to share your concerns. Please note that due to current requirements, gatherings will be limited to 25 people. We would ask that you adhere to current social distancing and mask recommendations. If you are unable to make it or feel more comfortable, you may email your board members at the provided email addresses.

Reminder: You're invited! Come share your thoughts with school board members from your community in a casual setting on June 18th at 6 p.m.

Parents/Guardians of Slate Valley students: This letter (https://5il.co/h6gs) was sent to households on June 12. We invite you to read it. In an effort to include your voices as parents/guardians of Slate Valley students, we welcome your perspectives as we reflect, learn, and plan for the fall of 2020. Here (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FDTZNTC) is the link to a survey we have created in order to collect your input.

Summer Meal Pick Up The last day for meal pick up or delivery in Orwell, Benson and Castleton will be Friday, June 26th. On Friday the meals distributed will be for Friday through Tuesday, June 30th. Starting on Tuesday, July 7th meals will be available for pickup only at Fair Haven Grade School between the hours of 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Any child from any town who is 18 years of age or younger can receive meals. When children are not present at the time of meal pick up, a parent or guardian can only receive meals for their child or children. Adults cannot pick up meals for other children when the children are not present with the adult. Bags of meals will continue to be available for pick up at 10:00AM on Tuesdays and Fridays throughout the summer at Fair Haven Grade School. The last day for meal pick up will be Tuesday, August 11th and will include meals through Friday.

We were thrilled to see so many FHGS families at tonight's parade! If you were not not able to make it, fear not! We have footage coming for you. Check out tomorrow's Falcon News! Goodnight Falcons!

Thank you for the cards and kind thoughts!

Grade 8 Diploma Drop-off Parade today! Weather cleared up and it was soooo nice to see all the student faces!

Reminder - Ms. McGarry is in the Shaw's parking lot right now collecting library books. Head her way if you have books to drop off! She'll be there until 5pm, take a break for the parade, then be back collecting books from 6-7pm.

You're invited! Come share your thoughts with school board members from your community in a casual setting on June 18th at 6 p.m.

HAPPENING TODAY!!! Our "Reverse Parade" will be toady from 5-6pm in the park. Come in your cars anytime between 5 and 6, drive around the edge of the park, and say "Happy Summer!" to FHGS Faculty and Staff! We can't wait to see you! (Social distancing guidelines will be followed at this event.)