SCS Community Newsletter

Dear SCS Families and Caregivers,

Everybody Wins Vermont hosted their annual mentor/mentee gathering this week with an evening of pizza and book games. Celebrating these relationships grounded in belonging, lasts far beyond their weekly meetings sharing books, games and social time. It is heartening to see Everybody Wins and their volunteers make a difference in the lives of these learners. There is a strong emphasis on the "transformative power of supportive relationships." These mentoring pairs aren’t just tutoring or guidance; it’s about creating a safe space where a child feels seen and valued for exactly who they are. Thank you to Sarah Wannop and the team of dedicated volunteers!

Also this week: April Fool’s Day, of course, which fell on the date of our monthly 5-8 assembly. In the midst of students sharing shout-outs from across the middle level, an announcement came over the PA system about an issue with a car…whose license plate matched Mr. Cluff’s! This turned our virtual meeting into a virtual field trip. Kids got to witness the walk out to the parking lot in real time. Hats off to the students who helped pull off the prank. Thankfully, it was a quiet rest of the week.

We hope you all have a wonderful weekend, and we’ll be in touch next week.

In partnership,

Antonia, Jen and Brett

The SCS Administrative team

4/6 - Spring Sports Start

4/8 - Community Field Project Information Session (details below) - 6 pm, CVU Library

4/10 - Parent's Night Out (5:30 - 8:00, SCS Gymnasium)

4/14 - PTO meeting (6:00 - 7:00pm, Green Team Space)

4/16 - Field Trip to Shelburne Farms, Hansen & Sally's class

4/17 - Field Trip to Shelburne Farms, Maynard-Jacob and Elia's class

4/20-24 - NO SCHOOL - Spring Break

4/28 - Middle School Career Day

5/1 - SCS Band & Chorus Cabaret Night (6:30-8:30 pm, SCS Cafeteria)

5/15&16 - 4/5th Grade Musical - Shrek (Fri 7:00pm, Sat 11:00am & 2pm, CVU Auditorium)

6/5 - Jog-a-thon (rain date 6/8)

6/11 - 8th Grade Graduation (5:30pm, SCS Gym)

CVSD 2025-2026 Calendar

CVSD 2026-2027 Calendar NEW!

Late Bus Sign Up: 4/6-9

Please sign up by 9:00 am Monday, 4/6 if you would like your student(s) to ride the late bus next week.

THIS IS THE ONLY WAY TO SIGN UP FOR THE LATE BUS.

If your student is signed up for the late bus, we expect they will be on the bus. Please notify the front office if there is an unexpected change in plans.

Remember to set up your PickUp Patrol Account

Thank you to everyone who has registered and started using PickUp Patrol. If you have not set up your PickUp Patrol account, reach out to Jane Graham at jgraham@cvsdvt.org, and she will send you a link.

If you have any questions, please first check the PickUp Patrol Parent Guide.

Chorus Concert Next Weekend

On Saturday, April 11, 47 chorus students from SCS will perform at Senator Bernie Sanders' Day of Choral Music! Bernie hopes you can join him in celebrating the commitment of Vermont young people, teachers, and families to the arts. In its eighth year, the concert is taking place on April 11 at 6 p.m. at the Casella Theater on Vermont State University’s (VTSU) Castleton Campus. Whether you know a young person participating this year or just want to enjoy a great night of music from talented young Vermonters from around the state, we hope you can join this great community event. To RSVP for the concert, please go to sanders.senate.gov/events

Mud Season Reminder

Families are encouraged to send an extra set of clothes for their kids to keep in their cubbies. We are seeing lots of kids needing to change out of muddy clothes after recess. The lost and found is positively overflowing, so please feel free to check there if your child is missing any of their gear.

Community Field Project Information Session - April 8, 6:00 pm, CVU Library

The Community Field Project invites you to an information session to learn more about the proposed field at CVU. The event is open to all and is structured to provide details and research for those who are excited, concerned, or just curious. Join us in the CVU Library on April 8th at 6pm.

3rd Annual CVU Empty Bowls Dinner & Silent Auction

This annual event brings community members together for a simple meal with a powerful purpose. Each ticket includes a handmade ceramic bowl, thanks to our team of CVU pottery students and community members, along with a dinner of homemade soups, artisan bread, and ice-cream.

Thursday, April 9

6:00-8:00 pm

CVU High School

Tickets are limited to 250 this year and will sell out! Advance purchase is required—tickets will not be available at the door.

Student Summer Learning

Save the Date! July 6-10, 2026

CVSD is excited to host the Summer Academic Growth Experience (SAGE) for students rising into grades 2-6 who benefit from additional support in math and literacy. Held at Wiliston Central School from 8:00 am to 11:30 am, this program offers engaging, high-quality instruction focused on building joy and motivation in math or literacy. More information about who is eligible for the program and how to sign up is coming soon!

Click the photo above to learn more about CVU summer camp for rising 9th graders. This experience has been highly regarded by our graduates and families in past years, and we encourage all 8th graders to take advantage.

Guest Teachers (aka Substitute Teachers)

Are you interested in having some fun learning alongside our students as a guest teacher (aka sub)? If so, please reach out to CVSDHR@cvsdvt.org or Louise Michaels.

Click here for more information on becoming a sub!