Fair Haven Union Middle and High School

Congratulations, Slater Girls Soccer! ⚽️
The Girls Soccer team is moving on to the next round of postseason play after an impressive 6–0 victory over Randolph on Wednesday!

Come cheer them on in the Division III Quarterfinal Match tomorrow, Saturday, October 25, as #4 Slater Girls Soccer hosts #13 BFA Fairfax at 12:00 PM on LaPlaca Field.

This game will also be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person.

Please note:
No admission charge for this game
No artificial noisemakers
No pets allowed on the field

Let’s fill the sidelines and show our Slater pride!

13 days ago, Slate Valley

Yesterday, middle and high school students spent time during advisory filling out colorful leaves with positive messages, led by our SEL Team to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and Unity Day is a time to come together and take a stand against bullying. The Unity Tree Project serves as a powerful, hands-on symbol of our commitment to creating a supportive, inclusive school community—one kind message at a time.

14 days ago, Slate Valley

Completed “Kindness Tree” display made of brown paper with branches and leaves containing uplifting messages, set up in a school hallway with artwork spelling “SLATER” above it.

Two people work on drawing and assembling the base of a large paper tree on the floor, surrounded by markers, paper leaves, and supplies.

Five colorful paper leaves on a table with handwritten affirmations such as “You are worthy!” “Be kind,” and “Great job.”

Four staff members stand smiling in front of a large paper tree decorated with colorful leaves featuring positive messages at the entrance of the school.

TOMORROW... with the option to participate in person or virtually!
Public Hearing Notice: Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force

The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force invites community members to attend one of its public hearings to share perspectives and priorities that will help shape proposals for Vermont’s future school district boundaries. The hearing closest to us is:

Wednesday, October 22 | 6:00–8:00 PM at Rutland High School, in Rutland.

These hearings are a chance to learn about the Task Force’s purpose and process, share your ideas and concerns, and offer public testimony (2 minutes per speaker; written comments welcome if time runs short).

Your voice matters—help guide the future of Vermont’s schools!

To Participate Virtually Go To: https://bit.ly/vtredistrictingpublichearing

Meeting ID: 288 958 397 374 5 Passcode: Be2vw7j5

16 days ago, Slate Valley

Graphic showing two speakers at a podium before an audience with red curtains. Text reads: “Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force Hearing – Wednesday, October 22nd, 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Rutland High School, Rutland, VT.

Slater Success on the Course!

Congratulations to Moses Casey-Martin for winning the Southern Vermont League Boys Cross Country Individual Championship on Friday! Moses conquered the 2500M course in 10:01, finishing 11 seconds ahead of the next competitor.

Also finishing strong were Emerson Robles, who placed 7th with a time of 11:01, and Liam Quesnel, who finished in the top 20.

Way to go, Slaters—you’ve made us proud!

16 days ago, Slate Valley

Big news from Benson! 🎥 WPTZ NBC 5 is bringing "Weather at Your School" to Benson Village School this Friday, October 24th!
Tune in between 5–8 AM to catch live weather broadcasts featuring our amazing faculty, staff, and—of course—students!

17 days ago, Slate Valley

Graphic announcing NBC5 First Warning Weather’s ‘Weather at Your School’ live broadcast at Benson Village School on Friday, October 24th. The design features clouds, sun, and weather icons around the border with the word ‘LIVE’ highlighted in red

Over the next school week, FHUMHS students will be practicing a "Relocation Drill." This drill helps students and staff learn how to manage a scenario that requires a full-school evacuation to an off-site location. The drill was rescheduled from last week due to rain.

17 days ago, Ben Worthing

Board Meeting - October 20, 2025
You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Board Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School Band Room.
This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/omx-yjby-qea
Or dial: (US) +1 636-888-0147 PIN: 204 052 260#

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.

17 days ago, Slate Valley

Graphic announcing the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Board Meeting on October 20, 2025, at 6:30 PM in the Fair Haven Union Middle & High School band room. Agenda includes a Pre-K presentation, Act 73 discussion, and committee reports.

Reminder: This Wednesday...
Public Hearing Notice: Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force

The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force invites community members to attend one of its public hearings to share perspectives and priorities that will help shape proposals for Vermont’s future school district boundaries. The hearing closest to us is:

Wednesday, October 22 | 6:00–8:00 PM at Rutland High School, in Rutland.

These hearings are a chance to learn about the Task Force’s purpose and process, share your ideas and concerns, and offer public testimony (2 minutes per speaker; written comments welcome if time runs short).

Your voice matters—help guide the future of Vermont’s schools!

17 days ago, Slate Valley

Slate Valley District Newsletter: October 17, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/d574ac7a76a0/slate-valley-district-newsletter-october-17-2025

20 days ago, Slate Valley

Yesterday, October 16th, FHUMS students attended the Rutland Area STEM Fair at the Vermont State University–Castleton Campus! Students explored a variety of exhibits, experimenting, discovering, and learning through hands-on science activities.

They had the freedom to roam the fair, diving into exhibits that sparked their curiosity, before finishing the day with a guided campus tour.

It was an inspiring day of exploration, innovation, and fun.

20 days ago, Slate Valley

Students use drills and clamps on wooden projects during an outdoor workshop.

Two students control small blue coding robots using a tablet at a booth.

Two students work with metal stamping tools at a table with drills and key rings.

A student uses a wood-burning tool to etch on a wooden block at a workshop table.

Two students explore a table of colorful science materials at a career fair.

A student in safety goggles drills a piece of wood while another observes closely.

Students interact with a wall display of clear tubing and airflow mechanisms.

Students talk with U.S. Army representatives at a STEM fair booth.

A student practices suturing on a medical training pad at a green-covered table.

A student rides a stationary bike that powers an inflatable tube display at a fair.

The Slater Theater cast is hard at work preparing for their upcoming Dinner Theatre Murder Mystery — Murder Ahoy!

Join us on November 14, 2025, for an evening of suspense, laughter, and great food as our talented students bring this thrilling performance to life.

This is one show you won’t want to miss!

21 days ago, Slate Valley

Students perform a classroom skit in the gymnasium, standing and sitting at tables in front of a “Slaters” wall backdrop.

A group of students act out a scene at tables in the gym, with one student sitting in the foreground watching the performance.

On Wednesday, October 15th, Slate Valley UUSD had the great honor of hosting the Vermont State Board of Education Meeting — a first for our district!

Among those in attendance were Secretary of Education Zoie Saunders, State Board Attorney and Slater alum Sarah Buxton, Esq., and Board Member Lyle Jepson, who many will remember as the FHUHS Principal in the 1990s.

The day began with a tour of Fair Haven Union Middle and High School, led by building administrators, followed by a presentation from Superintendent Brooke Olsen-Farrell and faculty members who showcased the innovative and unique classes offered throughout Slate Valley.

It was a busy, exciting, and truly proud day for our district—highlighting the incredible learning, collaboration, and community that define Slate Valley.

21 days ago, Slate Valley

Administrators and visitors walk down a hallway lined with lockers during a school tour.

School administrators and visitors stand at the front of a classroom speaking with students during a visit.

A principal leads a group of visitors through a school hallway, discussing programs and facilities.

Visitors observe equipment in a classroom featuring 3D printers and safety gear on display.

Two students work on a science experiment while a visitor smiles and engages with them.

Attendees sit in rows facing a presentation area during a Vermont State of Education school board meeting.

A presentation titled “Our School, Your Future – Slate Valley Style” is projected behind panelists at a district meeting.

Two presenters at a school board meeting share updates while smiling, with instruments in the background.

Presenters speak at a meeting table with FHU Slaters banners while attendees and equipment are visible behind them.

Three presenters sit at a table with microphones and laptops at a meeting marked with FHU Slaters logos.

Just a reminder - picture retake day is tomorrow, Friday October 17th for both the middle and high school.

21 days ago, Slate Valley

Junior Varsity Football Game Change:

The Slaters JV football team will be playing at Bellows Falls on Monday Oct 13. Game time is 4pm. Bus departure will be at 1:30pm.

26 days ago, Slate Valley

Slate Valley District Newsletter: October 10, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/412ddc0cb9f9/slate-valley-district-newsletter-october-10-2025

27 days ago, Slate Valley

Public Hearing Notice: Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force

The Vermont School District Redistricting Task Force invites community members to attend one of its public hearings to share perspectives and priorities that will help shape proposals for Vermont’s future school district boundaries. The hearing closest to us is:

Wednesday, October 22 | 6:00–8:00 PM at Rutland High School, in Rutland.

These hearings are a chance to learn about the Task Force’s purpose and process, share your ideas and concerns, and offer public testimony (2 minutes per speaker; written comments welcome if time runs short).

Your voice matters—help guide the future of Vermont’s schools!

27 days ago, Slate Valley

Hands-On Learning in Law Enforcement & Public Service!

Students in the Law Enforcement and Public Service class put their lessons into practice this week as they learned about Radar and Lidar technology—and even got to try the equipment with our School Resource Officer, Lori DeLance.

Co-taught by Mrs. Nicholson (Social Studies) and Officer DeLance, this class gives students real-world insight into public safety, teamwork, and the technology behind law enforcement.

27 days ago, Slate Valley

A group of students and a school resource officer use a radar device and take notes during an outdoor lesson.

High school students stand on a sidewalk with notebooks, observing traffic under a clear blue sky.

Students and an officer watch cars and run radar and lindar on a neighborhood street lined with colorful fall trees.

A student and the school resource officer aim radar devices as another student observes beside them.

A student uses a radar gun while another student looks through binoculars across the street.

A student holds a radar device while another looks through lidar on a sunny fall day.

Students spread along a sidewalk with notebooks, watching traffic during a class activity under bright autumn trees.

Friday Focus: Celebrating Our Library & Media Specialists! 📚💻

This week’s Friday Focus shines on the incredible Library/Media Specialists who bring learning, literacy, and technology together across Slate Valley!

Mrs. Annie Crumb – Fair Haven Union Middle & High School
Mrs. Tina Rampone – Castleton Elementary & Orwell Village School
Ms. Rebekah Williams – Fair Haven Grade & Benson Village School

Our library/media specialists do so much more than manage books—they inspire curiosity, guide research, and empower students to become thoughtful, tech-savvy learners. From storytime and research projects to digital citizenship and coding, they balance traditional library services with ever-evolving technology integration.

Their work ensures that our students have the resources, skills, and confidence to thrive in an information-rich world.

Thank you, Mrs. Crumb, Mrs. Rampone, and Mrs. Williams, for all that you do to keep our students reading, thinking, and growing every day!

27 days ago, Slate Valley

Graphic titled “Focus Friday” celebrating library/media specialists Mrs. Anna Crumb, Mrs. Tina Rampone, and Mrs. Rebekah Williams, featuring photos of them teaching students, leading activities on interactive boards, and promoting books, with text reading “Celebrating Our Library/Media Specialists!”

🚗 Throwback Thursday! 🚙
We’re cruising back to the early '90s—when boxy cars, big smiles, and Slater pride ruled the parking lot!

If you recognize anyone, feel free to tag them and drop some memories in the comments!

28 days ago, Slate Valley

Two friends sitting on the hood of a dark car with a Vermont license plate, laughing and posing together.

Two students standing beside a beige car in a school parking lot, one wearing a Lakers shirt, smiling and gesturing.

Student in a 1990s parking lot leaning against a silver car, smiling, wearing jeans and a blazer.

Two students sitting on the hood of a silver Toyota parked in a school lot, smiling at the camera.

Today, October 9th-
The Middle School Soccer Game at Christ the King School is a 4:30 start at St Peter’s Field, not 4 pm.

29 days ago, Slate Valley

Graphic with soccer ball reads: “Today, October 9th – Middle School Soccer Game at CKS starts at 4:30 at St. Peter’s Field, not 4pm.