Last week, students from Ms. LeBrun's Work-Based Learning class had the exciting opportunity to visit Hubbardton Forge. They received an in-depth tour of the facility, with chances to engage and ask questions in each department. We are always grateful for our strong partnership with Hubbardton Forge and the valuable learning experiences they provide.
Congratulations to our Slate Valley Unified teachers who made it to the final voting round of the Best Teacher of the Lakes Region contest! A special shout-out to Ms. Aliyah Edmonds and Mrs. Tricia Doran for their fantastic achievement, securing second and third place! The Best of the Best Lakes Region contest, held annually, celebrates exceptional people, businesses and organizations, with nominees chosen and voted on by the Lakes Region community. Slate Valley was proudly represented!
Please support our Seniors through their Project Graduation fundraiser!
On October 17th, over 80 middle school students from the 8th grade class attended the VSAC STEM Fair at theVT University campus in Castleton from 9:00–12:00. Students engaged in a variety of hands-on activities sponsored by local businesses and non-profit agencies designed to help students envision a future career in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. VTrans, the MINT, Vermont Works for Women, Rutland Regional Medical Center, VEEP, the VT Army National Guard and many others set up tables for students to explore. Students concluded the day with a tour of the campus and some were even invited to sit in on a class. Slate Valley was well-represented and our students made us proud! Special thanks to VSAC, UVM: Castleton, and the FHUMHS 8th Grade teachers and Instructional Assistants for chaperoning. A special thank you to teacher Mr. VanDerKern for organizing this great field trip!
Dear Slate Valley community, please consider attending one of the Agency of Education’s Listen and Learn Tour events. Your voice is critically important.
The Vermont Agency of Education announced in a recent press release the next phase of the 2024 Listen and Learn Tour and invites the public to participate in community conversations to inform how the Agency delivers services and supports to Vermont’s education system.
These public engagement sessions will help the Agency develop its strategic plan and ensure that its work is supporting the educational priorities of communities across Vermont. Following a series of data reports and regional planning sessions with more than 250 education leaders, the Agency is eager to expand these conversations to include educators, parents, students, and community members across the state. The Agency encourages broad participation and welcomes input from all Vermonters, including students, families, and community partners - students are integral to these conversations and are encouraged to attend.
Each public engagement session will take place from 6:00 pm. to 8:00 pm at the below locations. Every session will begin with introductory information and data to support more in-depth conversations, followed by breakout sessions on topics related to student achievement and support, career and college readiness, and school budgets, among other emerging priorities. Detailed agendas will be provided on the Agency webpage closer to the events.
DATE LOCATION
October 22 Woodstock Union Middle/High School
October 23 Mount Anthony Union High School
October 23 Stowe High School
October 28 Montpelier High School
October 28 West Rutland School
October 29 Lyndon Town School
October 30 Enosburg Falls High School
November 4 Virtual Meeting (ASL interpreter available)
November 6 Virtual Meeting (ASL interpreter available
Please check the Listen and Learn webpage to see the most up to date public engagement schedules, links for virtual sessions and information on language accessibility. While not required, pre-registration is encouraged using the online registration form, Listen and Learn Registration (cognitoforms.com). Please email aoe.publicinformation@vermont.gov with questions.
Slate Valley FY26 Budget Forums start next week! We invite you to bring your questions and suggestions about the upcoming school budget. Your input is vital as we plan for the future! Can't attend? Submit your thoughts online at https://bit.ly/FY26Suggestions.
Wear Orange on Wednesday, October 16!
Join FHUMHS in celebrating Unity Day!
Enjoy activities like a pledge for unity, a special guest speaker, and more. Let's stand together to promote kindness!
Congratulations to Avery Audet!
Avery was unanimously crowned Junior Classic Equitation World Champion at the prestigious Morgan Grand National and World Championship Horse Show in Oklahoma City! Riding the exceptional Dragonsmeade Sriracha under the direction of Fairview Stable, LLC. Avery's performance was nothing short of spectacular.
In addition to this incredible victory, she also secured an impressive 3rd place in the UPHA (United Professional Horse Association) Junior Challenge Cup Finals.
What an outstanding achievement, Avery! Slater Nation is beyond proud to have such a talented champion among us!
Today's JV Football game scheduled for 4 pm at Woodstock has been postponed and will not be rescheduled.
Varsity Boy's Soccer vs Mt Anthony is still scheduled for 5 pm today on LaPlaca Field. Dress warm!
Rehearsal for the next play "I Hate Shakespeare" is underway!
Yesterday, even the sky was cheering on our JV boys soccer team! 🌈⚽️
#goslaters #slaternation #weareslatevalley
Seventh and eighth graders in Mr. VDK’s class are diving into the history and future of space travel, working with virtual simulators, and designing their own rockets using 3D printers and laser cutters.
Our Middle School Student Voice group kicked off the excitement for tomorrow’s Homecoming Dance by organizing a fun, school spirit activity! Each middle school student crafted and decorated their own unique star to symbolize themselves at the dance. The creativity and individuality displayed in every star was truly remarkable!
Calling all parents and community members!
Leveraging Title I Funds to Help Students Succeed
Join us on Tuesday, October 8th at 5:15 PM for an informative session with Casey O'Meara, Slate Valley's Director of Curriculum. Learn how Title I Schoolwide Programs are used to address barriers to academic success and support all students in our district.
Meeting options:
In person: Slate Valley Central Office located at Fair Haven Union Middle & High School.
Virtually: meet.google.com/xxa-vdnw-cyz
Bonus! Preview the presentation slides at https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1YT199Tzt3lXdmpfQzQgpf2hjjiES3f4Vh5qdoEcyZrA/edit?usp=sharing. The slides include a survey at the end to share your thoughts.
This session takes place right before the next Slate Valley Community Advisory Council meeting, at the same location. Stay informed and involved!
Our counselors rocked it at Parent Night for juniors and seniors! 🎓🤩
We covered everything from college choices to the common app, and parents left feeling inspired and informed. 💡
If you were unable to attend, please reach out to your student's school counselor for information.
Please join us for the next Slate Valley Community Advisory Council meeting on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 5:45 PM in the Central Office conference room located at FHUMHS. The agenda can be found at https://www.slatevalleyunified.org/page/slate-valley-community-advisory-council
We hope to see you there!
