EWSD News
News for EWSD Families and Community Members
Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024
Considering the traffic and safety concerns associated with the April 8, 2024, solar eclipse in Vermont, the Champlain Valley Superintendents Association, in consultation with local authorities and representatives from NASA, are moving forward with the early dismissal for students across our region on that day.
Students will be dismissed two hours early, giving them time to arrive home safely. There will be no after-school or evening events. We will implement a two-hour early schedule; dismissal times will be determined and posted in advance. Visit the EWSD website to view this full message.
Pre-K Registration Now Open
EWSD prekindergarten registration is now open! Families must complete and submit the registration form to request a spot in an EWSD prekindergarten classroom for the 2024-2025 school year.
Mid-Term Update and Permission Slip Reminder
Please note that transportation will run at regular morning and afternoon pick up and drop off times during the EHS mid-term assessment week from January 16-19.
Also, permission slips from parents/guardians and approval from the school are required for any single-day changes to normal drop off/pick up points.
Free Breakfast at School
All students in the EWSD have access to a delicious and nutritious breakfast every day - FREE! No need to pack food from home - the Child Nutrition Team has you covered!
All school's daily breakfast and lunch menus are posted on MealViewer.
The EWSD is Hiring
The EWSD is hiring Mainstream Instructional Assistants for grades Pre-K-5th. For more information about the current available positions and how to apply, visit ewsd.org/jobs.
January Recognition Days
There are events being held to recognize Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (January 15) throughout the month:
Saint Michael’s College will host events through January 19, including presentations, coffee hours, movie showings, and a candlelight closing event.
Dr. Damon A. Williams will share a talk entitled, Creating a Beloved Community in the Ira Allen Chapel on UVM’s campus (and online) on Thursday, January 25 from 4-5:30 p.m. Community members can register to attend the event here.
See what events are happening around Burlington on this city site.
Take a look at this list of offerings from local and national organizations and to access valuable resources for MLK, Jr. Day and Black History Month.
January 27 marks the anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau camp from Nazi rule, and it is the day on which International Holocaust Remembrance Day is observed.
Alumni Panel
The EHS Career Center invited former EHS students, who recently completed their first semester in college, to come speak to current high school students about their experience and what they've learned about college so far.
Vermont Presidential Scholars
Angkith Pradhan and Luca Karki were recently named Vermont Presidential Scholars by the State of Vermont Agency of Education.
Sing Along
All of Essex Elementary School joined together for 'Music Together' time to practice songs they've learned with music teacher Kara Krikorian.
Watershed Discussion
Fifth graders at FMS received a visit from the UVM Watershed Alliance! They discussed watersheds and how it impacts our community.
Discover CTE Open House
Families and students are welcome to join CTE for its open house and by signing up for a program workshop where you'll meet instructors, see the classroom space, and do an activity together! Join us on Thursday, February 15 from 4:30-5:30 p.m., 5:30-6:30 p.m., or 6:30-7:30 p.m. Workshops are for students currently in grades 6-11.
In addition to program workshops, parents and students can sign up to meet with school counselors for CTE informational sessions. Sign up today - space is limited! Signing up is required (students can sign up for more than one workshop time).
Documentary Screening from Voices for Inclusion in Essex & Westford
Voices for Inclusion in Essex and Westford invites you to a screening of Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution on Monday, January 22 from 6:30-9 p.m. in the EHS Auditorium. This documentary tells the story of Camp Jened, a summer camp for teenagers with disabilities that transformed young people’s lives and ignited a landmark movement for disability justice.
Please RSVP to this event.
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Location: 76 Pearl Street, Suite 201, Essex Junction, VT 05452
Phone: 802-878-8168