Congratulations to our October Students of the Month! 🎉

These outstanding students were recognized for demonstrating exceptional responsibility. We’re so proud of their hard work and positive example! They are: K- Talus H., Grade 1- Ethan A., Grade 2- Sophia H., Grade 3- Chandler P., Grade 4- Sophia D., Grade 5- Kiera W., and Grade 6- Evelyn M.
16 days ago, Slate Valley
Student with short light brown hair wearing a black Puma hoodie, smiling in front of a green wall.
Student with short brown hair wearing a white and black patterned fleece jacket, smiling in front of a green wall.
Student with curly blonde hair wearing a black shirt, holding a dark blue paper in front of a green wall.
Student with light brown hair in a ponytail wearing a pink hoodie with white heart patterns, smiling in front of a green wall.
Student with light brown hair wearing a black zip-up jacket and dangly earrings, smiling in front of a green wall.
Student with long wavy blonde hair wearing a burnt orange sweater, smiling in front of a green wall.
Student with straight light brown hair wearing a red ribbed shirt with a collar and buttons, smiling in front of a green wall.
Meet Faculty & Staff Monday featuring Ellenor Cox-Hansen

This week, we’re excited to introduce Ellenor Cox-Hansen, Director of Special Education at Fair Haven Grade School! Ellenor joined Slate Valley in July 2025 and brings a wealth of experience from her previous work in SVSU (Bennington) and BRSU (Manchester).

Outside of school, Ellenor enjoys cooking, gardening, and reading, finding joy and creativity in each of these hobbies. Her favorite quote, by Thich Nhat Hanh, reflects her compassionate and mindful approach to both life and education:
“Waking up this morning, I smile. Twenty-four brand new hours are before me. I vow to live fully in each moment and to look at all beings with eyes of compassion.”

We’re so happy to have Ellenor as part of Slate Valley and the Fair Haven Grade School team—her dedication, warmth, and wisdom are already making a wonderful impact!
16 days ago, Slate Valley
“Meet Monday” Slate Valley Faculty & Staff graphic introducing Ellenor Cox-Hansen, Director of Special Education at Fair Haven Grade School. The image features a portrait of Ellenor, a smiling woman with short curly gray hair, glasses, and a patterned top. The text highlights her experience in SVSU and BRSU, her hobbies of cooking, gardening, and reading, and includes her favorite quote from Thich Nhat Hanh: “Waking up this morning, I smile… I vow to live fully in each moment and to look at all beings with eyes of compassion.” Slate Valley Unified School District logo appears in the lower right corner.
Board Meeting - TONIGHT - November 3, 2025
You’re invited to the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Board Meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Fair Haven Grade School Library.
This meeting will be in person. Virtually connect by going to:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/xwq-bbuo-ytt
Or dial: (US) +1 321-765-3491 PIN: 771 020 254

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.
16 days ago, Slate Valley
Graphic announcement for the Slate Valley Unified Union School District Board Meeting. The text reads: “Please Join Us TONIGHT. Slate Valley Unified Union School District Board Meeting.” The agenda includes: Consent Agenda, Act 73 Discussion, Vermont School Board Association, District Quality Standards Evaluation, and Finance Committee Report. The meeting is scheduled for November 3, 2025, at 6:30 PM at Fair Haven Grade School – Library. The design features green and blue accents with a circular agenda graphic and the Vermont logo.
Slate Valley District Newsletter: October 31, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/865db2fa5f16/october-31st-slate-valley-district-newsletter
19 days ago, Slate Valley
Slate Valley Unified USD Newsletter dated October 31, 2025. The header features the Slate Valley logo and the phrase “A Unified Focus on Learning.” Below is a collage of district school buildings with the text “We Are Slate Valley.” The article headline reads: “Slate Valley Building & Grounds – Investing in Safe, Functional, and Future-Ready Schools.” The text describes how the district is maintaining and improving school facilities to ensure a safe and engaging environment, with updates from Director of Operations Chris Cole. A small photo on the right shows new side steps and walkway replacement at Fair Haven Grade School.
Submitted by third grade teacher Ms. Slote:
Our students had a blast celebrating Reading Week — cozying up with their favorite books and flashlights for some “lights out” reading time 🔦💡.

They also put their math skills to the test with a multiplication cube train activity — learning that repeated addition is just multiplication in disguise!
19 days ago, Slate Valley
A student in gray pajamas reads by flashlight on the floor.
A student reads a book by flashlight while sitting against a large stuffed animal on the classroom floor.
A student in light pajamas reads a comic-style book by flashlight on the classroom rug while another student reads in the background.
A student in a camouflage shirt reads a book with a flashlight next to a plush toy of Shadow the Hedgehog.
A student in pink pajamas and a fleece jacket reads by flashlight while sitting on a bean bag chair.
A student lies on a cushion on the classroom rug reading a book, wearing pajamas with animal patterns.
A student in a red and white hoodie lies on the floor reading a book illuminated by a flashlight.
A student in patterned pajamas reads a Roald Dahl book by flashlight while sitting at a desk with classroom supplies.
A group of students stands in a classroom behind long number lines made of paper and colorful blocks arranged on a rug.
Close-up of several number lines labeled with multiples, arranged on the classroom floor with students’ feet visible around them.
Please join us for our next Community Advisory Council (CAC) Meeting !

Time: 6:00–7:00 PM (Notice the slightly later start)
Location: Fair Haven Union Middle & High School – Central Office Conference Room

This is a great opportunity to connect with district administration, share community concerns, get FY27 Budget and Act 73 updates and hear how the school year is going.

All are Welcome! We look forward to seeing you there!
19 days ago, Slate Valley
Graphic for the Slate Valley Community Advisory Council. The center features the Slate Valley Unified School District logo surrounded by abstract figures in blue and green forming a circle. Text below reads: “Next Meeting: November 4, 2025 – 6:00 PM. Central Office Conference Room – Located in FHUHS.”
❄️🏀 Winter Sports Registration Is Now Open! 🏒❄️

It’s time to register for Slate Valley’s Winter Sports season! Our athletic programs are organized into three levels:

Grades 5–6 Sports

Middle School Sports (Grades 7–8)

High School Sports (Grades 9–12)

Be sure your child is registered on FormReLeaf for their chosen sport (use the link below) and has an up-to-date sports physical on file at their school.

https://formreleaf.com/
21 days ago, Slate Valley
Graphic flyer with a red, blue, and beige color scheme that reads: “Time to register for winter sports! Go to: formreleaf.com. Visit the link above or click on the ‘Registration’ link on the athletics webpage and choose your sport of choice. All athletes need an updated sports physical on file at school.”

OVS October Newsletter: See PDF version at https://aptg.co/5V66mH

21 days ago, Slate Valley
Orwell Village School October Newsletter featuring photos of students using 3D pens in the library to create art projects. The newsletter highlights student creativity, collaboration, and upcoming events, including First Friday on November 7, 2025, and Troy’s Wonderlys Big Top Circus from November 10–14 with a performance on Friday at 6:30 PM.
Page two of the Orwell Village School October Newsletter featuring photos of students reading, crafting, and eating lunch in the library. Highlights include 6th graders mentoring kindergarteners, creative “Lunch in the Library” activities, 5th graders leading crochet and needle-felting workshops, and a Literacy Week celebration where the entire school collaborated on a giant story.
We want to send a huge thank you to all the volunteers who participated as Community Classroom Readers today! These photos capture the wonderful time our students had sharing stories and connecting with so many new faces. Thank you for taking the time to come in and share your love of reading, helping us make our ongoing Literacy Week so special!
21 days ago, Slate Valley
An adult reads aloud to a group of middle school students seated in a circle on the classroom floor, surrounded by books and notebooks, with a cozy fall-themed scene displayed on the screen behind them.
A woman sits in front of a classroom of young students, holding up a picture book while the children sit on a colorful rug listening attentively.
A man stands at the front of a classroom reading aloud to a group of elementary students seated at their desks, surrounded by shelves of books and classroom materials.
The same man reads a book to students with a Halloween-themed digital display in the background, featuring pumpkins and a classroom message.
An older woman reads aloud to a group of attentive students sitting on the floor in a cozy, sunlit classroom filled with books and learning posters.
Two women sit at the front of a classroom; one holds a book titled Ann Story while the other engages with students during a lesson.
A teacher wearing a red sweater reads The Lorax by Dr. Seuss to a group of children seated on the floor, with a colorful classroom screen behind them.
In today's Rutland Herald!
21 days ago, Slate Valley
Slate Valley Unified School District “Our School, Your Future” poster featuring principals from all district schools, their goals for student success, and images of students engaged in learning and activities.
Be the Hero of the Day — Substitute with Slate Valley!

Slate Valley Unified Union School District is looking for substitute teachers! We’re seeking caring, flexible individuals who enjoy working with students and supporting learning across our elementary, middle, and high schools. If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of a supportive school community, we’d love to have you on our team! Interested? Apply at slatevalleyunified.org/o/svusd/page/career-opportunities
23 days ago, Slate Valley
Flyer titled 'Join the Slate Valley Team – Be a Sub, Be a Star!' inviting substitute teachers to apply. Text highlights opportunities across elementary, middle, and high schools and encourages caring, flexible individuals to join. Includes photos of teachers with students, Slate Valley logo, a QR code, and link to apply at slatevalleyunified.org.
Slate Valley District Newsletter: October 24, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/6e5e2878b6d7/slate-valley-district-newsletter-october-24-2025
26 days ago, Slate Valley
Screenshot of the Slate Valley Unified USD Newsletter dated October 24, 2025. The header includes the Slate Valley logo with the words “A Unified Focus on Learning.” Below the title is a photo of five school mascots standing together: a cougar in a red “Be the ‘I’ in KIND” shirt, a bobcat, a lynx, a miner wearing a “Slater Pride” shirt, and an eagle with yellow wings. The section headline reads “Slate Valley’s PreK Program: Continuing Strong into 2026–2027,” followed by text summarizing the school board’s decision to maintain current preschool sites and schedules for the 2026–2027 school year.
Here's some 3rd Grade Bookworms!
26 days ago, Slate Valley
Student wearing a black shirt writes answers on a worksheet at his desk, with colorful bins and school supplies in the background.
Two students work together on a writing assignment at a classroom table; one smiles at the camera while the other focuses on her paper.
Two smiling students sit at a shared desk with writing papers and a book titled Fudge-a-Mania in front of them.
Student sits at a small round table near a window, smiling beside books including Dog Man and Fudge-a-Mania and completed worksheets.
Starting Monday, we will be celebrating Literacy Week! Take part in each day's theme!
26 days ago, Slate Valley
Colorful poster listing various activities for Literacy Week October 27 - 31.
A few snap shots of 5th grade bookworms, reading and writing.
26 days ago, Slate Valley
Small group of students and a teacher sit in a circle reading books together on the classroom floor during a group reading activity.
Students sit at classroom tables working on laptops surrounded by colorful pens, books, and supplies.
Two students collaborate at a table, looking at a laptop screen together in a classroom with shelves of books and binders.
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
29 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.
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!
about 1 month 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
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.
about 1 month 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!
about 1 month 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.”
Slate Valley District Newsletter: October 17, 2025
https://mailchi.mp/d574ac7a76a0/slate-valley-district-newsletter-october-17-2025
about 1 month ago, Slate Valley
Slate Valley Unified USD Newsletter dated October 17, 2025, featuring the Slate Valley logo and a fall-themed banner with a green vintage truck carrying pumpkins, sunflowers, and autumn leaves. Headline reads ‘Slate Valley Hosts the Vermont State Board of Education.'