Wildcat Buzz
October 24, 2025
Top Buzz
1. Picture Retakes! Be sure to return your photo package
2. Volunteer Opportunities- Williston Craft Show & Book Fair & Sew for Safety
3. CVSD Community Budget Forum on the 28th- CVU Library (or virtual) @6:00pm
Mark Your Calendar
10/28 - Community Budget Forum, 6pm @ CVU Library
10/29 - Picture Retakes @WCS
10/30 - Picture Retakes @ABS
11/01 - Williston Craft Show, @WCS 9am-4pm
11/06 - Flora & Ulysses, WCS Fall Play - Opening Night Tickets On Sale Now
11/07 - Flora & Ulysses, WCS Fall Play
11/08 - Flora & Ulysses, WCS Fall Play Matinee
11/10 - 11/14 - Fall Book Fair with Phoenix Books @WCS
11/12 - Phoenix Book Fair Family Night @WCCS, 5-7pm
11/13 - WFAP Monthly Meeting, @WCS 8:30-10:30am
11/14 - 7th & 8th Grade Dance hosted by Cedar House, 6:30 - 8:30pm @WCS
11/24 - 11/28 - Thanksgiving Break, NO SCHOOL
12/16 - 5-8 Chorus Concert, 6:30 - 7:30pm
12/17 - 5-6 Band Concert, 5:30-6:30pm, 7-8 Band Concert, 7-8pm
Cafeteria Menu
visit the CVSD food service page on our website for additional information and resources
Announcements, Updates & Information
Event Information
Join the discussion about our schools in the current fiscal climate and the approach we will take to developing next year's budget. Parents & caregivers, faculty & staff, students and community members are invited. A virtual option will is available!
School Break Support available for families:
Each year, members of our community—including local businesses, faith-based organizations, and various community partners—reach out to support our students and families during the November and December school breaks. These donations allow us to provide assistance while honoring each family’s independence and unique needs. Please fill out this Form to let us know what kind of support you are requesting. FORM CLOSES ON 11/12/25.
If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to the following:
ABS School Services Clinician- Cally Ruess cruess@cvsdvt.org
WCS School Services Clinician- Emily Chadwick echadwick@cvsdvt.org
WCS Performing Arts
Visit the Williston Musis website for information on WCS Music programs - including band and chorus, for students in grades 4 and up.
Still need to order your shirt? It's not too late!
Order your shirt here. Shirts need to be ordered and paid for by Wednesday, October 29, 2025. The cost is $13 and financial support is available.
WCS Athletics
Williston Central School Athletics are open to all students grades 6th-8th. All practices start at 2:50 and end around 4:20. Students can be picked up at the rear entrance to the school, or take the activity bus.
Visit the athletics website for everything you need to know about playing on a sports team at WCS. WCS Athletics
WCS Drama
The WCS Drama program is open to grades 6, 7, and 8 and currently includes a Fall Play and a Spring Musical.
Visit the drama webpage to learn more about upcoming productions and the WCS Drama program.
Williston Families as Partners
Start and End of Day Details
Allen Brook School
Bus Doors Open - 7:35 am
Start of School Day - 7:50 am
* Early Arrivals: Any students arriving between 7:25 - 7:35 must remain in the cafeteria where they will be supervised until the first bus arrives.
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Kindergarten Dismissal begins at 2:25pm (1:25 on Wednesdays)
First & Second Grade Dismissal begins at 2:30
Buses depart at 2:35 pm
Please carefully read the arrival and dismissal information linked below for more details
Williston Central School
Bus Doors Open - 7:45 am
Start of School Day - 8:00 am
*Early Arrivals: If an early arrival is necessary (starting at 7:30 am) 3rd & 4th graders must wait in the lobby near the west entrance and 5th-8th graders will be in either the cafeteria or the lobby near the main entrance.
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Students will be dismissed at the following times
2:35 - 2:45 - Grades 3 & 4 Dismissed (1:35-1:45 on Wednesday)
2:40 - 5th thru 8th Dismissal for buses only
2:40 - 2:45 - Buses load and depart
2:45 - 2:50 - Grades 5-8 Dismissal for all students not riding the bus
Please carefully read the arrival and dismissal information linked below for more details
Bus Information
click for bus information, including routes and estimated times
CVSD Website
click for district information
School Safety
click for meeting notes and information from our Williston Safety Team
Community Connections & Events
*YOUTH PROGRAMMING*
Children in 5th grade and up may use the library unattended, while those in grade 4 or under must be supervised by a person over 16 years of age. We are happy to welcome children into the library after school again and will be offering programs on early-release Wednesdays.
For information on the Unattended Children Policy, visit www.damlvt.org. Parents and guardians are encouraged to stop by or call 878-4918 to chat with a youth librarian about expectations and the library's after-school experience.
Saturday Music
Saturday, October 25, 10:30-11 a.m. Start your weekend off with preschool music and dancing!
Elementary D&D*
Saturday, October 25, 1-2 p.m. Registration required. A mini session of Dungeons & Dragons for children ages 7-10. No prior experience required. Register each individual child that plans to participate! Adults should stay and help their campaigner.
Teen Night: Jackbox.tv Games
Monday, October 27, 5-6 p.m. Ages 12-18. Bring a device to connect and compete or cooperate in different Jackbox.tv games!
Storytime
Tuesdays, 10:30-11 a.m. Have fun with stories and songs during our weekly storytime. On the Town Green when weather permits.
Baby Time
Wednesday, October 29, 10:30-11 a.m. Suggested ages 0-18 months. Enjoy gentle bonding, socializing, and literacy activities with your little one!
After School Activity: Meditative Coloring
Wednesday, October 29, 2-3 p.m. Unwind with coloring and soft music.
Preschool Music & Preschool Playtime
Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m. Sing and dance with Linda Bassick! Followed by preschool playtime from 11-11:30 a.m. Outdoors when weather permits.
Saturday Storytime
Saturday, November 1, 10:30-11 a.m. Start your weekend off with Cindy’s Storytime!
Williston Recreation & Parks-
Master Plan Open House
What: An event for you to share your thoughts, opinions, and ideas about the future of Williston’s Community Parks and Recreation Programs.
When: Thursday, November 6th, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Where: R.E.C. Zone, 94 Harvest Ln, Williston, VT
Bonus: Childcare and children’s activities will be provided onsite, plus complimentary snacks and beverages!
What will the Recreation & Parks Master Plan project do?
Assess the quality and condition of Williston’s Community Parks, facilities/amenities, and programs and events
Identify priorities and opportunities to enhance parks and outdoor recreation experiences in Williston
Trunk or Treat
All Ages. The Williston/Richmond Rotary Club and Williston Federated Church are happy to announce the 5th Annual “Trunk or Treat” Event. It will be held on Sunday, October 26, from 2:00-3:30 pm: rain or shine. LOCATION- The event will be held at the Village Community Park parking lot (250 Library Lane). Bring the kids and the grandkids for a safe and fun “trick or treat” experience! We're looking forward to seeing lots of fun costumes and smiles!
Age 6 mos-2.5 yrs. The Recreation Dept. and The Edge on Morse Drive in Essex are teaming up to offer Tot-Preschool group swim lessons. The lessons introduce swimming techniques and increase safety skills around the water. Group lessons run year-round in the indoor pool at the Edge.
Ages 4-5- Coed. This is a parent/child program designed to teach the fundamentals of the game. Each week youngsters will be introduced to new skills and fun activities that will enhance their learning. The program meets on Fridays in Jan & Feb. Instructors: Rec. Staff.
Grades K-2nd. There are separate boys’ and girls’ programs. The program meets on Sat in Jan & Feb. The hour session consists of practice and scrimmage. Parent volunteers are needed- sign up to coach when registering your child.
Grades 3rd-6th. There are separate boys’ and girls’ leagues for 3rd-4th & 5th-6th. Early-bird Deadline is this Sun, Nov 16- register now to save! Teams meet twice a week with a weekday practice and a Sat game. Parent volunteers are needed- sign up to coach when registering your child.
Grades K-8th. Registration is now open for the program. Early-Bird Discount- Sunday, December 21. Registration Deadline- Sunday, December 28. Be sure to register now and don’t miss out on the Equipment Rental nights in late November and early December. There will only be two and your child needs to be registered.
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Additional Resources for Families
- First Call - 488-7777: phone support, crisis intervention, assessment and referrals
- In Crisis: 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) (National Hopeline Network: USA)
- National Suicide Prevention Life line- 1-800-273-TALK (8255), call or chat online
- Crisis Text Line - text HOME to 741741 (24 hours a day, seven days a week)
- Outright Vermont - support for LGBTQ+ community
- Vermont 211 -Vermont database of resources and services
- Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide - Website where you can find information to help yourself or a friend who may be having thoughts of suicide.
- Trevor Lifeline - 1-866- 488-7386 - provides suicide prevention and crisis intervention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) young people. It offers free, 24/7, confidential counseling. TrevorText—text START to 678-678; TrevorChat—instant messaging at TheTrevorProject.org/help. It also runs TrevorSpace, an affirming social networking site for LGBTQ youth at TrevorSpace.
Allen Brook School
Start Time @ 7:50am;
Dismissal for PreK & K at 2:25pm - grades 1 & 2 @2:30pm
Wednesday Early Dismissal @ 1:25 & 1:30
Williston Central School
Start Time @8:00am;
Dismissal grades 3 & 4 @2:35pm - grades 5-8 @2:45pm
Wednesday Early Dismissal @ 1:35 & 1:45
Williston Schools Leadership Team
Greg Marino, Williston Schools Lead Principal
Jacqueline Parks, WCS Building Principal
Angela Filion, ABS Building Principal
Lauren Goracy, Director Student Services