Stowe High School Family Update

“The mission of Stowe High School is to provide a welcoming and academically rigorous environment, where all students are encouraged to be Creative, Caring and Collaborative learners”

Please note the following changes to the previously scheduled meeting for 9th grade students/families:

• This Thursday's parent meeting to discuss 9th grade information, has been moved to Wednesday 9/23 from 5:00-5:30 (right before the start of Open House). Parents of 9th grade students are invited to join our school counselors in the auditorium for a presentation and meet and greet!
• Students will meet with the counselors this week during Advisory to receive the same information

September 21- No School (Yom Kippur)

September 23- 5:30-6:30 SMHS Open House

September 25- 9:30-11:00 Sam Prouty Executive Director of Admissions at Middlebury College Application Case Study workshop (12th grade students) SHS Auditorium

October 12 - No School (Indigenous People's Day)

October 15- 9am-12pm NEACAC College Fair, optional field trip (11th & 12th grade)

October 16 - Odd Period Day, Picture Retakes 1-2PM

October 21- 8:00am-12:00pm PSAT (11th Grade) and PreAct (10th Grade)

“The hit Broadway musical retelling the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice is coming to Stowe High School! “Hadestown: Teen Edition” is a joyous and tragic celebration of love, nature, and the power of music. Auditions will be held on September 8 and 9 from 6-8 pm with callbacks on September 10 at the same time. Students will be given a choice between two popular songs from the show for auditions.” Join the Stowe High Theater SportsYou Page using this code: N9L4-KDXV. Click Here to Sign Up to Audition.

Last week, our counselors presented to senior students and families. In case you were unable to attend, here are the slides.

Weekly update from Tim Albertson

Greetings from the University of Vermont!

Last week we welcomed UVM's Class of 2030, with new first-year and transfer students from across the globe. New students joining the UVM community hail from 48 states and 38 countries around the world, with nearly 50% of the class coming from outside of New England. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for the tireless work that you do for our students and families throughout the year—we can't thank you enough.

As we prepare for the next admissions cycle, we want to provide you with the most current information for 2026-2027. All of this information and relevant links are found on UVM’s counselor update website.

Important UVM Updates:

— There is no application fee to apply to UVM (for first-year and transfer applicants), and we've eliminated our optional supplemental essays, reducing barriers and stress while maintaining our holistic review process.

— Students applying Early Decision I or Early Action must submit their application by November 1 and complete their application no later than November 13.

— Students interested in applying ED II or Regular Decision should submit their application by January 15 and complete their application no later than January 29.

— All applicants to UVM are automatically considered for merit scholarships, ranging up to $30,000 per year for out-of-state students. For need-based financial aid, UVM only requires the FAFSA.

— As a reminder, applicants are not required to submit SAT or ACT scores (this past cycle about 45% of applicants chose to apply with testing). Students are welcome to self-report scores with their application materials if they feel it will contribute to their academic record.

— UVM Open House events will be held on Sunday, October 11 and Saturday, November 14 for prospective students and families. Registration is now open.

— Any student visiting UVM for an official on-campus program is eligible for a $4,000 UVM visit award.

— Discovering UVM, our overnight visit program designed to expand college access, will take place November 1-3. We do require students to complete a short application and to submit transcripts for consideration.

— UVM has once again been named as the #1 School for Making an Impact by the Princeton Review. In addition, the Princeton Review has also named UVM's Grossman School of Business as one of the top U.S. business schools.

We look forward to partnering with you this year and for many years to come, and we are eager to assist you in the important work of providing your students with helpful information as they continue through the college application process. Please feel free to contact your admissions counselor at any time with questions or to request a visit.

The 65th annual United States Senate Youth Program Washington Week is being planned to be held in person in Washington, D.C. in March 2027. Application processes are underway. The deadline this year for Vermont high school juniors and seniors is Oct. 19th. Applications go through the VPA at USSYP applications.

Many of you have reached out about Stowe Gear. We have a Year-Round Store with so many options (Nike, Under Armor, Lululemon, etc). You can decorate your gear how you would like. You should receive your gear within a two week period.

Advisory and Flex are a required part of the school day and attendance is expected*

As a senior and role model for other students at SHS, you are expected to:

1. Arrive on time and be an active participant.

2. Use Advisory to build community, stay informed, check in with your advisor, and address academic or personal goals.

3. Report to your assigned Flex location (advisory is the default location, if not assigned to a flex session with another faculty member) on time and remain there for the entire block.

4. Use Flex productively: meet with teachers, complete work, seek academic support, collaborate with classmates, or work independently.

5. Keep in mind that attendance of all classes/advisory/FLEX are mandatory for participation in athletics and other school related activities.

*Not having a scheduled class prior to the start of TA or FLEX, is not considered an excused absence for advisory or flex sessions.

Hello LET family and community,

A friendly reminder that Hair Love is happening this week, and we would really appreciate everyone helping us spread the word.

Please register and share this with BIPOC folx, families, friends, neighbors, and community networks throughout Lamoille County and surrounding areas.

All ages are welcome with registration. The flyer currently says K–12, but Hair Love is open to all ages as long as folx register.

Hair 101
Thursday, September 10 | 5:00–7:30 p.m.

Hair Clinic: Styles, Braids & Cuts
Sunday, September 13 | 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

Location: 110 Portland Street, Morrisville, VT

We’re also excited to share that Miss Black USA will be with us Thursday evening for Hair 101.

Registration:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-8vk5a2k5lZyDxbHNma5etMPygMl9A0tztnC7kSoNuhbiuQ/viewform

The updated flyer is attached. Please feel free to forward this email, text the registration link, post the flyer, and share it directly with anyone who may want to participate.

Thank you for helping us reach BIPOC folx across Lamoille and the surrounding communities.

With appreciation,
Lamoille Equity Team
info@letvt.org
https://letvt.org

Students are expected to ride the bus they are assigned to each day, with the exception of sporting events. If your child plans to ride a different bus, parent permission is required. An email or note to Amanda at the front desk will allow us to give your student a bus pass for that day. Amanda’s email is amanda.hatfield@lamoillesouth.org or (802) 253-7229.

All bus riders are expected to remain seated, quiet and display respectful behavior toward peers and the driver.

No sports equipment or personal items are to be left or stored in the main lobby!

The only appropriate place to store equipment or other items that do not fit in a locker, is the locker room. The locker room will be open in the morning when students arrive at school and will be locked at 8:15am each day.

Welcome Back Seniors,

Over the summer you received our summer communication with an important update that Stowe High School has transitioned away from Naviance to a platform called Maia Learning. Maia, is the college and career readiness system you will be using to prepare for life after high school.

• You'll use Maia to research colleges and universities, and to manage recommendation and transcript requests.

• You'll also use Maia to learn more about your interests and strengths, and explore college and career options.

You can only access your school based Maia account through your SHS email. We will use time in advisory and our individual meetings to get students transitioned to Maia.

You now have access to Maia Learning and can log in 2 different ways.

1. Go to your Stowe Clever Page and select the Maia Learning icon

2. Maia Learning (sign in with your Stowe High School email) Google Log in directions

Maia Learning Resources for Students

• Student Overview Video

• Sync Maia and Common App accounts ( do not select the STAR/SRAR option)

• Students Request Recommendations

• College and University Search

• Request Transcripts (follow the directions for Individual Request)

Important SHS Dates for Seniors

• Senior’s - please set up your individual post secondary planning meeting with Lauren using her you can book me link

• 9/3/2026 8:00-9:30 Senior Post-Secondary Planning Meeting (12th grade Students and families) SHS Auditorium

• 9/25/2026 9:30-11:00 Sam Prouty Executive Director of Admissions at Middlebury College Application Case Study workshop (12th grade students and families) SHS Auditorium

• 10/15/2026 9am-12pm NEACAC College Fair, optional field trip

We want to start the school year by giving back to the amazing educators who give so much of themselves throughout the year. A small gesture of appreciation, whether it’s a cup of coffee or tea, a favorite chocolate treat or a snack to enjoy during a busy day can make a meaningful difference and remind our teachers that their hard work is seen and valued. Let’s come together as a school community to celebrate our teachers and give something back. Please take a look at the slots below, choose an item (or items) that work for you, and click the sign-up button to participate. Thank you for helping us make our teachers feel welcomed, supported, and appreciated as they begin another wonderful school year!

Sign Up Genius

We are encouraging all middle and high school families to log into PowerSchool to stay updated on their student’s academic progress. PowerSchool is your go-to hub for:

• Schedules
• Daily attendance
• Term & cumulative grades
• Individual assignment scores & feedback

• Open the relevant app store on your device, search for "PowerSchool," and then download the free "PowerSchool App." Use the code LNMT to link to the LSSU database, and enter the login credentials you were provided with by the district. Navigate between different views from a menu on the bottom of the screen. If you have more than one child, switch between their information by clicking on another name in the top right corner.

To excuse an absence, please use the following shs.attendance@lamoillesouth.org. You can always call the attendance line as well if you like at (802) 253-7229 and choose option 1.

Principal: David Greenfield

Email: david.greenfield@lamoillesouth.org

Address: 413 Barrows Rd, Stowe, VT 05672

Phone: (802) 253-7229

Website: https://lamoillesouth.org/schools/stowe-high-school