Bobcat Bulletin
September 4, 2026
What an incredible start to our school year! As I walked through the halls and visited classrooms this week, I was struck by how quickly our students have settled into their routines, formed new friendships, and re-energized our building. A giant, heartfelt thank you to our entire staff and to all of our families—your support, enthusiasm, and partnership have made these first two weeks go as smoothly as we could have ever hoped. I'm proud to share that Moretown was the second school in the district to finish our registration process!
Inside the classrooms, there has been a wonderful mix of joy, learning, and connection. Our students have been working hard adjusting to full school days, discovering new friends, and even taking home recipe ideas inspired by their read-alouds. Across the grades, children are diving into literacy and math, writing their very first independent letters home, and jumping into exciting activities from science explorations to band and chorus. It is clear that the foundation for a vibrant school year is already firmly in place.
We had our first fire drill of the year today, and students did a wonderful job following safety routines! If your child brings it up at home, a quick check-in about how drills help keep us safe can be a great way to talk through any questions or feelings they might have.
With a three-day weekend ahead, transitions back to school on Tuesday can sometimes feel a bit tricky, especially for our younger learners. If you have a moment over the long weekend, we encourage you to practice your morning drop-off and good-bye routines at home. Talking through what drop-off will look like—or even doing a quick practice run—can do wonders to ease any morning jitters. The more practice students get with these familiar routines, the easier and more comfortable it will feel for them when Tuesday arrives!
Looking ahead, please keep a few important dates and reminders in mind for next week:
No School on Monday: There is no school on Monday in observance of Labor Day. We hope you all enjoy a restful long weekend with your families!
ECO Begins Tuesday: Our Outdoor Education (ECO) program in partnership with North Branch Nature Center officially kicks off on Tuesday! Please remember to check the weather before school and send your children in with appropriate layers, proper footwear, and rain gear if needed. Applying bug repellent and sunscreen at home beforehand is also greatly appreciated.
Bus Routes: Please take a moment to review the approved bus routes on our district website. Only listed routes and stops will be utilized, so if you need to request a new stop, please reach out directly to Buffy Langlois at First Student.
Finally, a quick note that our 5th and 6th grade classes are preparing for Morefest on Saturday, September 19th! They’ll be running the food tent to raise funds for their annual 6th-grade trip and are looking forward to serving you.
Thank you again for making these first two weeks so special. Have a wonderful long weekend, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday!
Ms. Kate
We want to ensure all of our students and families have what they need to thrive. If weekend food support would be helpful for your family, we offer a free, confidential weekly backpack program. Backpacks filled with food are sent home discreetly on Fridays. If you would like to participate or learn more, please reach out directly to Carla Tepper at (802) 496-3742. Every request is handled with full anonymity and care.
- September 7- NO SCHOOL, Labor Day
- September 16- 11:20 Early Dismissal
- September 19- Morefest
- September 24- MES Open House
- October 7- MW Preschool Photo Day
- October 8- Moretown Photo Day
- October 9- NO SCHOOL- Staff Development
- October 12- NO SCHOOL- Indigenous Peoples' Day
- October 21- 11:20 Early Release
- Our first PTO meeting of the school year is taking place on Thursday, September 10th at 7pm, via GoogleMeet. The meeting link is: https://meet.google.com/spk-kyju-iop. Questions? Please contact us at moretownpto@gmail.com.
- Morefest is on Saturday, September 19th at 4pm: If you haven't gone to Morefest before, it's an incredible annual event that brings the whole town together. Live music, food, games, community booths, fireworks, and more! Morefest includes booths for the PTO and Moretown School's 6th grade class - come visit us!
- Backpack Program Fundraiser: There are children in our very own community who struggle with food insecurity. The Backpack Program helps meet this need. Every donation adds up to ensure that we can send children home with non-perishable foods and easy-to-eat fruits and vegetables—every weekend and school break. Donate here: https://square.link/u/sRLRhSHc.
- Stay Connected! Follow the Moretown School PTO on Facebook and Instagram
We love our volunteers! Anyone interested in volunteering must complete an application and the required fingerprinting process. Because approval can take time—particularly for those hoping to participate in our Winter Sports Program—we encourage you to begin early. Additional information is available at huusd.org/apply-to-volunteer.
About Us
Website: moretownschool.org
Instagram: Moretownschoolvt
Facebook: HUUSD
Phone: 802-496-3742
Location: 940 Route 100B, Moretown, VT