🎉 Congratulations to our November 16th Middle School Gift Card Raffle Winner! 🎉

A big shoutout to Brian Tursi, today’s lucky winner!
🍕 Brian has won 2 Large Pizzas from Castleton Pizza Place & Deli — a $50 value!

Way to go, Brian! Keep an eye out—tomorrow might be your turn to win! 🙌
about 4 hours ago, Fair Haven Union Middle SChool
Graphic announcing a Middle School Gift Card Raffle winner. The background is dark gray with radiating light rays from the center. At the top, text reads “November 16th – Congratulations to:” followed by the name “Brian Tursi” in large glowing teal and white letters. Below, text states “Winner of: 2 Large Pizzas from Castleton Pizza Place & Deli ($50 Value).” Neon-style lightning bolt graphics appear on both sides of the name, and the borders include vertical text that reads “Middle School Gift Card Raffle Winner.”
From Band Teacher, Ms. Sam Adams:
🎭 What a Night! Our First Dinner Theater Was a Huge Success! 🍝🎶

A massive thank you to everyone who cooked, donated, served, decorated, and supported our very first Slater Dinner Theater! We could not have pulled off this incredible evening without the amazing teamwork of our families, students, and staff.

👏 Parents: Thank you for giving your time, energy, and resources. Your generosity made this event truly special.
👏 Students: You shined just as brightly behind the scenes as you do on stage! Your helpfulness, excellent manners, and Slater Music Pride were noticed and appreciated by all.

Thanks to the community’s support, we raised $876 for the FHU Music Program—an incredible start for our first year hosting this event!

We’re so proud of our musicians and theater students, and we cannot wait to build on this success.
💙🎶 Here’s to many more performances and celebrations ahead!
1 day ago, Slate Valley
Two students stand behind buffet dishes labeled “Pasta,” smiling as they help serve the dinner. They are positioned in front of a cafeteria serving station.
Two students stand behind a large salad bowl at the dinner event, smiling while holding salad dressing containers. A row of dressings and bowls is arranged on the table in front of them.
Two middle school students stand behind a dessert table covered with cookies, cupcakes, and brownies. They are posing playfully with peace signs. A refrigerated case labeled “Slater Nation” is visible behind them.
A cafeteria decorated for a dinner event with long tables covered in white tablecloths, floral centerpieces, and wooden lanterns. Buffet tables line the back wall, and a few students and adults are preparing food.
A group of students and a few adults gather around buffet tables in a cafeteria as the dinner event begins. Decorated tables with flowers and lanterns fill the room.
Students sit at a long decorated table eating spaghetti, cupcakes, and brownies during the dinner event. Other students can be seen eating at tables in the background.
A large group of middle school students sit together at a long table enjoying their spaghetti dinner. They smile at the camera, and the table is decorated with greenery and flowers.
Two students sit at a decorated cafeteria table, posing and smiling while eating spaghetti. One student leans in and playfully bites a spaghetti noodle.
🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans Through Music 🎶

On Tuesday, November 11th, the FHU Marching Band proudly participated in the American Legion Post 49 Veterans Day Program. Our talented musicians marched while beautifully performing “The National Anthem” and “America the Beautiful.”

We are grateful for the opportunity to honor our veterans and thank the American Legion Post 49 for inviting our students to be part of this meaningful event.

#VeteransDay #FHUMarchingBand #SlaterPride #HonoringOurHeroes #WeAreSlateValley
1 day ago, Slate Valley
A veterans’ color guard carrying American and service flags leads the parade with the FHU marching band following behind.
FHU marching band students walk in formation through town, playing instruments while passing brick buildings.
FHU marching band students play brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments as they march down the street.
The FHU marching band walks toward downtown buildings, following the veterans’ color guard in the parade.
Students in FHU marching band uniforms walk down a street in a parade on a cold, overcast day, carrying instruments and following the color guard.
FHU marching band percussion and brass players stand in formation during the parade on a snowy day.
FHU marching band students march in formation along a snowy residential street while playing instruments.
FHU marching band members stand on the road with instruments as the veterans’ color guard walks ahead of them.
Our Slater Football team hit the road to South Burlington this morning—with some extra special wishes packed along for the ride! 🚌🏈💙

Mrs. Mingo’s FHGS first graders were thrilled to learn the team is playing in this weekend’s Championship game. To show their Slater pride, students created colorful “Good Luck” signs filled with drawings and motivating messages like:

✨ “We believe in you!”
✨ “Hope you win!”
✨ “Keep working hard!”
✨ “You’ve got this!”

These heartfelt creations were shared with our high school athletes before they headed out, giving them an extra boost of encouragement as they gear up for the big game.

Good luck, Slaters—your entire Slate Valley community is cheering for you! 🎉🏆💙
1 day ago, Slate Valley
A large group of high school football players sit and stand together in a team room, each holding up a handmade good-luck poster created by younger students. The posters feature drawings of a Slaters football player and encouraging messages like “Good luck!”, “You’ve got this!”, and “Go Slaters!” The players smile proudly as they display the artwork on the tables and in their hands.
🎉 Congratulations to our November 15th Middle School Gift Card Raffle Winner! 🎉

Please join us in celebrating Mary Buxton, who won today’s prizes:
💙 $25 Michelle’s Sweet Creations Gift Card
-AND-
💙 $25 VT Country Store Gift Card

Great job, Mary, and thank you to everyone participating in our November raffle! Stay tuned for more daily winners! 🙌
1 day ago, Fair Haven Union Middle SChool
Graphic announcing a Middle School Gift Card Raffle winner. The background is dark gray with radiating light beams from the center. At the top, text reads “November 15th – Congratulations to:” followed by the name “Mary Buxton” in large glowing teal and white letters. Below, text reads “Winner of: $25 – Michelle’s Sweet Creations Gift Card and $25 – VT Country Store Gift Card.” Neon-style lightning bolt graphics appear on each side of the name, and the borders contain the repeated vertical text “Middle School Gift Card Raffle Winner.”
A November District Drive Through Slate Valley
It was a spontaneous drive to visit all Slate Valley schools—no special events, just everyday learning on full display. From music and art to math, reading, and a lively P.E. kickball game, students were engaged everywhere I went. Lunchtime smiles, hallway hellos, and even a few photo poses made the day even better.
Fun fact: the only screens seen all day were in the digital arts class—proof that hands-on learning is thriving in Slate Valley!
📽️ Check out the video recap here: https://youtube.com/shorts/g09yDudmgi8?feature=share
2 days ago, Slate Valley
A smiling elementary student sits at a desk writing in a notebook with a pencil. He is wearing a red hoodie and looking up at the camera. A large red play button icon is overlaid in the center, indicating a video preview. A small illustrated car graphic appears at the bottom right corner, and the video duration “2:25” is shown in the lower corner.
💙🏈🩵Good Luck, Slaters!🩵🏈💙

Our Slater Football team is headed to the D2 Championship TOMORROW, and we couldn’t be more excited! The whole school came together this afternoon for a high-energy pep rally to send the team off in true Slater style!

Let’s bring home that title, Slaters! We’re behind you all the way!
2 days ago, Slate Valley
High school football players wearing white Slaters jerseys walk in a line through the gym during a pep rally as students seated on the bleachers clap and cheer. Banners, a basketball hoop, and the Slaters logo are visible in the background.
Football players in Slaters jerseys stand together facing a raised stage while a large crowd of students fills the bleachers behind them. Staff members on stage cheer and clap during the pep rally in the school gym, decorated with championship banners.
A staff member wearing a bright blue wig runs playfully across the gym floor holding a large prop hammer as students and football players cheer and clap around him. The bleachers are filled with students standing and watching the pep rally.
A large group of high school students gathers tightly in a circle on the gym floor with their fists raised in the air, cheering together. Several football players in Slaters jerseys are visible in the crowd, and additional students sit on the bleachers behind them.
FHUHS Newsletter: November 14, 2025
https://app.smore.com/n/nfrdq
2 days ago, Slate Valley
A newsletter banner reading “Slater Nation Newsletter – The Official FHU High School Newsletter, November 14, 2025” in large teal lettering on a dark background. Below it is a section titled “Principal’s Peek at the Week” with a message from the principal on the left and the FHU Slaters logo—a blue and white arm holding a hammer—on the right. Further down is a section titled “Slater Theater” introducing the school’s theater performance, displayed above an illustration of a large white cruise ship on blue ocean waves.
Slate Valley District Newsletter: November 14, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/c124059bdba8/slate-valley-district-newsletter-november-14-2025
2 days ago, Slate Valley
A newsletter header for the Slate Valley Unified USD dated November 14, 2025. The top features the Slate Valley logo, a green and blue hexagon emblem with the tagline “A Unified Focus on Learning.” Below it is an illustrated banner showing a white car with the Slate Valley logo driving through a colorful neighborhood with houses, trees, and clouds. The section title “A November District Drive” appears underneath.
🎉 Congratulations to our November 14th Middle School Gift Card Raffle Winner — Helen Reed! ⚡️

Helen is the lucky recipient of a $25 Emily’s Hair Lair Gift Card! 💇‍♀️✨

Great job, Helen, and thank you to everyone who continues to participate. Stay tuned — more winners will be announced throughout the month! 🎁👏
2 days ago, Fair Haven Union Middle SChool
Graphic announcing a middle school gift card raffle winner. The background is dark gray with radiating light beams from the center. At the top, white text reads ‘November 14th – Congratulations to:’. In the center, the name ‘Helen’ appears in large glowing teal letters above the last name ‘Reed’ in large glowing white letters. On both sides of the name are neon-style blue lightning bolt illustrations. Along the left and right edges, vertical text reads ‘Middle School Gift Card Raffle Winner.’ At the bottom, white text reads ‘Winner of: $25 – Emily’s Hair Lair Gift Card.’ Four neon blue corner accents frame the graphic.
🎙️ Educational Insights: Community Perspectives — Part 2

In this continuation of our Educational Insights podcast series, Superintendent Brooke Olsen-Farrell and Director of Curriculum Casey O’Meara continue discussion with active community members Bob Crowley of Castleton and Rose Anne Van Lew of Fair Haven.

In Part 2, the conversation dives deeper into important topics such as school-to-community communication, how Vermont’s education system is funded, and the fiscal challenges surrounding the upcoming FY27 budget. The group also discusses the value and impact of Slate Valley’s Community Advisory Council, highlighting how community voices help guide district priorities and build understanding around education in our region.

Tune in to hear genuine perspectives, thoughtful discussion, and shared ideas about how Slate Valley can continue strengthening its partnership with the community. https://youtu.be/e5JYVkgrUNQ
3 days ago, Slate Valley
Title slide for Slate Valley’s podcast, showing the Slate Valley logo in the center with animated soundwave graphics on a black background. Text reads “Episode #18” at the top and “Part 2” at the bottom.
⚡ Congratulations to Dan Desforges — our November 13th Middle School Gift Card Raffle winner! 🎉

Dan has won a $50 Bomoseen Lodge Gift Card — what an awesome prize! 🏞️✨

We hope you enjoy a great dinner, Dan! Stay tuned for more raffle winners coming soon! 🎟️
3 days ago, Fair Haven Union Middle SChool
Graphic announcing a middle school gift card raffle winner. The background is dark gray with light rays radiating from the center. At the top, white text reads “November 13th Congratulations to:”. In the center, large glowing blue and white text says “Dan Desforges.” Blue lightning bolts appear on each side of the name. Below, white text reads: “Winner of: $50 – Bomoseen Lodge Gift Card.” Along the left and right sides, vertical text reads “Middle School Gift Card Raffle Winner.”
🎭 All aboard for an unforgettable night of mystery and music!

The Slater Theater Company has been hard at work rehearsing for their big performance tomorrow night — Friday, November 14th! Join us at Fair Haven Union Middle and High School for Murder Ahoy by Michael Druce — a dinner theater murder mystery presented by our talented theater and music programs.

🍝 Spaghetti Dinner: 5:00–6:45 PM in the cafeteria
🎭 Showtime: 7:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $10 per person or $30 for a family of four or more
(All proceeds support the FHUMHS Band!)

Come support our incredible student performers and enjoy a night filled with suspense, laughter, and Slater pride! ⚓🎶
3 days ago, Slate Valley
Graphic poster for the Slater Theater and Music Programs production of Murder Ahoy by Michael Druce. The design features an illustrated cruise ship on ocean waves with event details about the November 14, 2025 dinner theater performance and spaghetti dinner fundraiser.
Two students stand on stage rehearsing a scene; one wears a gray shirt and athletic shorts, and the other wears a floral Hawaiian shirt.
Three students rehearse on stage; one shakes hands with a student dressed as a ship captain while another stands nearby holding a clipboard.
Two students stand in the foreground during a rehearsal, one with arms crossed and the other speaking; a third student in a Hawaiian shirt stands behind them.
Three students rehearse a scene on stage; one student gestures with both hands while speaking to two others listening.
A student dressed as a ship captain faces another student in an oversized coat, acting out a dramatic confrontation on stage.
A student opens a long coat to reveal a colorful Hawaiian shirt while rehearsing with another student dressed as a ship captain.
Students rehearse Murder Ahoy on a raised stage in the gym, seated and standing around tables and a podium while practicing a scene.
The Vermont State Athletic Directors Association held its annual Student-Athlete Leadership Conference on November 10–11 at the DoubleTree Hotel & Conference Center in South Burlington.

Representing Fair Haven were juniors Madi Hayes, Chloe Marsden, Brody Little, and Brody Doran, along with sophomores Quinn Murphy, Jacob Jamieson, and Cole Belden.

This two-day event brought together more than 230 of Vermont’s top student-athlete leaders to learn from nationally recognized trainers in athletic leadership, collaborate with peers from across the state, and strengthen their skills both on and off the field. The conference provided a meaningful opportunity for students to share their successes, exchange ideas, and build lasting connections through sportsmanship and teamwork.
3 days ago, Slate Valley
A group of seven students stand side by side in a hotel conference room, smiling for a photo. They are dressed in semi-formal attire, with a mix of collared shirts, sweaters, and dresses, standing against a beige textured wall with a blue and gray patterned carpet.
Our Social-Emotional Learning focus this month is “Noble November.” We are launching a schoolwide Food Drive Competition to support local families in need. This initiative offers a meaningful way for students to demonstrate compassion, teamwork, and civic responsibility which are all core components of our SEL framework.

In light of recent news about rising food insecurity across the country, this is a timely opportunity to help students connect classroom learning with real-world impact. Many families in our own communities are facing difficult choices, and even small contributions can make a big difference.

The food drive will begin on Monday 11/10 and will end on Wednesday 12/17. This will give us a large window to collect and donate on two separate occasions to Slate Valley Cares.

Thank you for helping our students turn kindness into action this November. With your support, we can make this “Noble November” a meaningful reminder of empathy, generosity, and community strength.
3 days ago, Slate Valley
A classroom bulletin board titled “Noble November Food Drive Competition” with colorful graphics representing grade levels — an apple for 11th grade, a can for 10th grade, and a slice of bread for 9th grade — each labeled with a progress chart. A note reads, “Wild card seniors can help any grade.”
A display of food drive donations, including stacked cans of mixed vegetables, jars of pasta sauce, and boxes of linguine, arranged neatly on a carpeted floor.

🏈💙 D2 FOOTBALL STATE CHAMPIONSHIP INFO 💙🏈

Get ready, Slater fans — it’s Championship Week!

📅 Saturday, November 15
📍 South Burlington High School
⏰ 11:00 AM Kickoff
#5 Fair Haven Slaters vs. #3 Colchester Lakers

Gates open at 10:00 AM.

🎟️ Tickets:
Available at the gate or online: https://gofan.co/event/2142676?schoolId=VPA
Tickets are valid for all three games on the day (must keep your return ticket for re-entry).

📣 Slater Seating:
Fair Haven fans will sit on the side of the bleachers closest to the woods. (Bleachers are located on one side only.)

📘 Game Day Programs:
Available digitally here: https://vpaonline.org/athletics/tournaments/

🚗 Parking:
On-site parking is available. Overflow parking will be at the University Mall with a shuttle service to SBHS if needed. Expect traffic at the Dorset Street entrance.

👕 Championship Gear:
Northwest Design will be printing gear on-site — preorders are not available, but you can order after the event.

🍔 Concessions will be open!

⚠️ Post-Game:
Please remain off the field following the game. A designated area will be set for teams to gather.
All signs, posters, and balloons must be removed after the game.

📺 Can’t make it?
Watch live on the NFHS Network:
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/vpa/gam3db12650ac

Let’s fill the stands and show our Slater Pride as we cheer on the defending state champs! 💙🩶🩵
#GoSlaters #SlaterPride #RoadToTheChampionship #D2Finals #WeAreSlateValley

4 days ago, Slate Valley
Graphic promoting the Division II State Championship football game. The top shows Fair Haven players running onto the field with cheerleaders holding flags. Bold red text reads “D2 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP.” Below are team logos and text: “#5 Fair Haven vs #3 Colchester.” The game details read: “Saturday, November 15, 2025 – 11:00 AM at South Burlington High School.” Additional text notes the game will be streamed on the NFHS Network with a subscription link.
⚡ Congratulations to Linda McCuen — today’s Middle School Gift Card Raffle winner! 🎉

Linda has won a $25 McDonald’s Gift Card, generously donated by A+ Child Care LLC. 🍟🍔

Way to go, Linda! Stay tuned for our next raffle winner announcement! 🏆
4 days ago, Fair Haven Union Middle SChool
Graphic announcing a middle school gift card raffle winner. The background is dark gray with light rays radiating from the center. At the top, white text reads “November 12th Congratulations to:”. In the center, large glowing blue and white text says “Linda McCuen.” Blue lightning bolts appear on each side of the name. Below, white text reads: “Winner of: $25 – McDonald’s Gift Card *Donated by A+ Child Care LLC.” Along the left and right sides, vertical text reads “Middle School Gift Card Raffle Winner.”
⚡️Congratulations to Jessika Barlow — our November 11th Middle School Gift Card Raffle Winner! 🎉

Jessika has won a Gilmore Home Center Propane Refill ($20 value) and a $20 gift card to The Bomoseen Diner!

Way to go, Jessika! 🙌 More winning announcements coming your way tomorrow! 💙
5 days ago, Fair Haven Union Middle SChool
Graphic announcing the Middle School Gift Card Raffle Winner for November 11th. The background is dark gray with light rays radiating from the center. Text reads: “November 11th. Congratulations to: Jessika Barlow.” Below, it says “Winner of: Gilmore Home Center Propane Refill ($20 value) and $20 - The Bomoseen Diner Gift Card.” Two bright blue lightning bolts appear on either side of the name, with neon-style accents in the corners.
🇺🇸 “On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, the guns fell silent. Today, we honor those who have served and those who continue to serve with courage, commitment, and sacrifice.”

To all veterans—students, staff, families, community members, and alumni—thank you.
Your service protects our freedoms, and your dedication inspires us each day.

We are grateful. We remember. We honor. 🇺🇸

#VeteransDay #WeAreSlateValley#ThankYouVeterans
5 days ago, Slate Valley
Graphic honoring Veterans Day. The background features a slightly faded American flag. Large white text reads, “THANK YOU, VETERANS FOR YOUR SERVICE AND YOUR SACRIFICE.” To the right, a small box shows “11 NOV.” Silhouettes of military figures appear at the bottom—one saluting and two soldiers helping each other. Additional text reads: “On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, the guns fell silent.”
FHUHS Newsletter: Week of November 7, 2025
https://app.smore.com/n/srvt2
6 days ago, Slate Valley
Screenshot of the “Slater Nation Newsletter,” the official Fair Haven Union High School newsletter dated November 7, 2025. The header has a dark green background with teal text reading “SLATER NATION NEWSLETTER.” Below, a section titled “Principal’s Peek at the Week” includes a message about upcoming events: no school on November 11th for Veterans Day, a visit from Stafford Technical Center on November 13th for sophomores, and the theater and band’s “Murder Ahoy” dinner theater performance on November 14th. On the right side is the FHU Slaters logo featuring a stylized Slater mascot. Further down is a section titled “Slater Theater,” encouraging support for student performers.