
2024-25 Fall and Winter Sports Registration is open for grades 5 & 6 athletes. Sign up by going to https://app.formreleaf.com/organizations/fair-haven-union-middle-high-school.


Happy Summer Slate Valley! For the next couple of months we are going to share some faculty and staff happenings. From professional development, taking classes, exciting vacations, volunteering, to working on lesson plans, our staff is recharging and always learning!
Our first highlight comes from Mrs. Jennifer Clement, FHUHS Family and Consumer Science teacher. She and her husband celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary with a special trip to Ireland. Mrs. Clement shared it was a dream destination to visit, and that they had a wonderful time. A few places the Clements went to are Dublin, Waterford, and Cliffs of Moher. What a great adventure to celebrate an amazing milestone! Happy Anniversary, Mr. & Mrs. Clement! Here's to many more!


2024 Summer Food Service Program is available for anyone 18 or under in the Fair Haven Grade School Cafeteria Monday - Friday, until August 16th. Meals can not be taken out, they must be enjoyed in the school cafeteria. Breakfast is served 8:30 to 9:30 AM, Lunch is from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
For other Summer Meal locations, go to: https://www.fns.usda.gov/summer/sitefinder


2024-25 school year Sports Registration is open for grades 7-12 athletes. Sign up by going to Formreleaf.com.


Special School Board Meeting - June 25, 2024
You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Special Board Meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School
This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to: link:https://meet.google.com/qnk-trcw-xbq
Or dial: (US) +1 401-239-3713 PIN: 907 570 089#
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.


Special School Board Meeting - June 25, 2024
You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Special Board Meeting at 5:30 p.m. in the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School
This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to: link:https://meet.google.com/qnk-trcw-xbq
Or dial: (US) +1 401-239-3713 PIN: 907 570 089#
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.


If interested, the virtual option is on June 26th, with the closest in person location in Rutland on July 17th.


June 18, 2024
Dear Slate Valley,
I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for your support in approving the school budget (930 Yes and 794 No) for the upcoming year on the 5th vote. I know this may not have been an easy decision for many, especially due to the funding challenges throughout the state. Your dedication to ensuring the success and growth of our school community is truly commendable, and it is with great appreciation that I extend my thanks to each and every one of you.
As we move forward with implementing the approved budget, I want to assure you that we will continue to prioritize transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility. We are open to feedback and happy to answer questions at any time. We understand the importance of effectively utilizing the resources entrusted to us and remain committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our students.
Once again, thank you for your continued support and dedication to our school community. Together, we can work together to make a positive difference in the lives of our students and contribute to the success of our schools.
Regards,
Brooke Olsen-Farrell


Please Vote today on the Slate Valley School Budget. Your Vote is Your Voice!
Polling locations and times:
Benson: 10 am - 7 pm, Benson Community Hall
Castleton: 8 am - 7 pm, Castleton Fire Station
Fair Haven: 10 am - 7 pm, American Legion Post #49
Hubbardton: 10 am - 7 pm, Hubbardton Town Hall
Orwell: 10 am - 7 pm, Orwell Town Clerk’s Office
West Haven: 10 am - 7 pm, West Haven Town Hall


During graduation on Friday evening, Principal Ben Worthing spoke of the many achievements made by the FHUHS Class of 2024. If you were there to hear it, it is worth reading again. If you were not in attendance, then please read the photos, you will be very proud. Congratulations again to all of our graduates. #weareslatevalley






Reminder: FY25 Budget Information Meeting, Monday night, June 17th at 6:30 PM in the band room at FHUMHS. Then Tuesday, June 18th is voting day! Polling locations and times:
Benson: 10 am - 7 pm, Benson Community Hall
Castleton: 8 am - 7 pm, Castleton Fire Station
Fair Haven: 10 am - 7 pm, American Legion Post #49
Hubbardton: 10 am - 7 pm, Hubbardton Town Hall
Orwell: 10 am - 7 pm, Orwell Town Clerk’s Office
West Haven: 10 am - 7 pm, West Haven Town Hall


Last night under spectacular skies, the Slate Valley faculty, staff, families and community gathered to celebrate this year's graduation. Congratulations to the FHUHS Class of 2024! For more photos go to: bit.ly/FHU2024











Happy Summer from Slate Valley! We hope everyone enjoys their time away and we look forward to seeing you again in a couple of months!


With the busy happenings that come at the end of a school year, please remember to vote this Tuesday, June 18th. The budget information meeting will be the night before at 6:30 PM in the band room at Fair Haven Union Middle & High School.


Class of 2024 Graduation - Tonight at 7:00 PM - Under the Tent at Fair Haven Union Middle & High School


Final Day Design Escape Challenge:
Submitted by Mr. VanDerKern
“Your car 🔑 fell down the sewer and you only have a random bag of clutter to help you retrieve it. If you don’t get it, you have to stay at school and become a teacher.”
Never saw a group so focused!





Parker E. from 7th grade, used his last week of school to finish building his own birdhouse in FHU’s new middle school Design class.


This is a reminder that marching band sign ups for 2024-2025 are OPEN! Sign ups will close on July 1st! Go to: https://forms.gle/ciXuRxw4p5qBJ1kHA


Last night we celebrated the district's 8th grade class, who will be moving from middle school to the high school wing next year. Congratulations to our new FHUHS 9th graders! Click the link to view their slide show: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Qb93K46slBYavaH4ZsT1_E2teyfBqQNc/view?usp=drive_link


Retirement Spotlight!
Today, we are celebrating Wendy Cameron's 26 years of service in our district. Congratulations on your retirement Wendy!
Wendy has been an Instructional Assistant at Fair Haven Union High School since the Spring of 1998 and has supported countless number of students with academic and behavioral challenges. Her commitment to students and her colleagues is well known and her energy and enthusiasm will be greatly missed.
Thank you, Wendy for your dedication to Slate Valley. We wish you the best in all your future endeavors.
