HUSKY HIGHLIGHTS

Friday, March 13: HCS PiE Family Fun Night 6:00 - 8:00

Wednesday, March 18: Early Release Day/Banking Day

Thursday, March 19: N0 SCHOOL - Conferences

Friday, March 20: NO SCHOOL - Eid al Fitr

Tuesday, March 24: CVU Arts Night 5:30 - 8:30

Wednesday, March 25: Early Release Day/Banking Day

Wednesday, April 1: Early Release Day/Banking Day

Wednesday, April 6: Early Release Day/Banking Day

Wednesday, April 15: Early Release Day/Banking Day

Monday, April 20 - Friday, April 24: NO SCHOOL - Spring Break

Wednesday, April 29: Early Release Day/Banking Day

Last Friday, 20 Hinesburg Community School students learned firsthand about bridge building, city planning, water filtration, and more from a team of local engineers.

The experiential opportunity was part of the second-annual STEM Day, organized by Bill Atkinson, vice president of engineering services with Vermont Mechanical, and other area engineers. Among more than 100 students, seventh and eighth graders from HCS rotated through stations hosted by professional engineers from Engineering Ventures, Vermont Mechanical, Starbase Vermont, Dubois and King, and Engineering Services of Vermont.

“We have a broad range of engineering disciplines represented. All of their employers are super supportive,” Bill says of the two-dozen adult engineers who helped facilitate the program. Students learned about and navigated challenges in bridge building, developing sustainable cities, water filtration and robot coding—lessons that connect to and build upon what they’re learning in the classroom.

“This is unique, having a shared, hands-on experiential learning experience with engineers from Vermont,” says Anne Pius, HCS’s digital learning leader, about the opportunity to connect students with professional engineers.

“Last year with Mr. Lasher, we did fun engineering and STEM stuff,” says Jake, a seventh grader. “That was fun, and this is a lot like what we were doing.”

“I like engineering in general,” adds Ramsey, another seventh grader. “It sounds like a cool job.” Other students appreciated how the challenges involved math, gave them choice, and built upon classroom learning about robotics and coding.

Bill developed the idea for this conference having heard a resounding message from other engineers he’s met while traveling across the country. “It’s amazing how many people said, ‘I’m an engineer because of an experience like this,” he says. “It’s the right time to open their eyes.”

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.

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 Williston 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!

For those who celebrate Ramadan, school meals are available for take home. To request meals from February 17 through March 19, students or caregivers should email HCS Site Manager Wendy Munsell (wmunsell@cvsdvt.org) in the morning, and meals will be available for pickup in the afternoon.

Celebrate the Arts, Tuesday, March 24

New Time! 5:30-8:30 p.m.

On Friday, March 13 there will be a free community meal in Hinesburg. Hosted by community members and held at the United Church of Hinesburg Parish Hall from 5:30-7 pm. The meal, cooked by community members, will include various soups, grilled cheese, breads and treats (gluten free, vegan and dairy-free options available). Take out is also available.

These twice a month meals will be held on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month through March.

If you're interested in cooking or volunteering for a future event, the sign up is here.

Don’t Miss the HAS Concert Sunday March 15th

March 15th 2p and 4:30p

Saint Jude’s Parish

Prepare to be well entertained at the Hinesburg Artist Series spring concert on Sunday, March 15th. There will be two performances 2p and 4:30p at St. Jude Church. We will be celebrating the 250th birthday of the US with a program that features American composers, as well as music with a Vermont Connection in recognition of 235 years of statehood. We will have some beautiful and inspiring music for you to enjoy.

Athletics

CVSD School Board

Essential Arts

Food Service and Menu

Health Office

Jump Rope

Library

My School Bucks

PiE - Partnership in Education

School Handbook

Theater

Volunteer at HCS

Access CVU Classes & Registration

Carpenter Carse Library

Common Ground Adventure Camp

Hinesburg Food Shelf

Hinesburg Recreation Department

Mad River Path Adventures Summer Programs for Kids, Teens and Families

New Village Farm School

Shelburne Museum Summer Camp Registration

Vermont Youth Dancers Performance of Mary Poppins

Tim Trevithick, HCS Principal

ttrevithick@cvsdvt.org

Alexis Kelly, HCS Assistant Principal

akelly@cvsdvt.org

Alicia Kurth, HCS Special Education Administrator

akurth@cvsdvt.org

Email: hcsinformation@cvsdvt.org

The Husky Highlights Newsletter is published weekly, when school is in session. It is available on our website and is also delivered via email. If needed, a hard copy can be provided for your child to bring home. The Husky Highlights includes upcoming events, after school opportunities, notes of interest for parents and the community and updates from our school administration.