HUSKY HIGHLIGHTS

Wednesday, February 11: Early Release Day/Banking Day

Thursday, February 12: Cochran's Ski & Ride Program

Wednesday, February 18: Early Release Day/Banking Day

Friday, February 20: Lost/Found Clothing To Be Donated Locally

Monday, February 23 - Friday, February 27: Winter Break - NO SCHOOL

We are seeing an increase in flu-like symptoms at Hinesburg Community School, including fever, headache, chills, body or muscle aches, cough, and sore throat—consistent with what’s being reported across Vermont and the country. We are also seeing some gastrointestinal illness.

When Should I Keep My Child Home?

Families often ask when it’s best to keep a child home from school. A good rule of thumb is to ask yourself: “Is my child ready to be a student today?” If your child’s illness would prevent them from being comfortable, engaged, or productive at school, staying home is the best choice. Keeping sick children home also helps protect the health of classmates and staff.

Please keep your child home if they have:

• Fever (100.4° or higher). Children should stay home until their temperature returns to normal for 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication.

• Excessive coughing that cannot be controlled with a drink of water or a lozenge.

• Vomiting or diarrhea. Your child should be able to eat and drink without symptoms for at least 12 hours before returning to school.

Ways to Help Protect Others:

• Stay home while sick to prevent spreading illness.

• Rest, drink plenty of fluids, and use fever-reducing medication if needed.

• Cover coughs and sneezes.

• Wash hands often.

• Improve airflow when possible by opening windows or using air filters.

• Wear a mask if you must be around others while sick.

If your child’s symptoms are not improving, please reach out to their healthcare provider. When calling or emailing your child out sick, we appreciate you sharing symptoms so we can help track trends within our school.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the HCS Health Office at 802-482-6237.

Thank you for helping keep our HCS community healthy and well.

On January 20, the CVSD School Board approved a $107.9M FY27 budget to support and operate the district. Voters will consider this budget on Town Meeting Day—Tuesday, March 3, 2026. You can also vote or absentee beginning Wednesday, Feb. 11, by requesting a ballot online at sos.vermont.gov/elections.

The proposed $107.9M budget carries forward the current year's level of services and programming into the 2026-27 school year, recognizing that further cuts to programs would affect the core mission of the district.

Learn more about the budget at www.cvsdvt.org/budget and at the upcoming informational meeting:

Virtual Community Budget Meeting

Monday, February 16 at 7 p.m.

Join via Zoom, Meeting ID: 287 287 5018, Passcode: cvsd11

Girls on the Run Coaches needed at HCS! Ready to help girls speak up with confidence? Through the Spring 2026 Girls on the Run curriculum (GOTR), "Hello, Bold Heart!”, we teach girls how to share their thoughts, feelings, and ideas and help others do the same. Speaking up takes courage, and being a Bold Heart is all about building the confidence to share what’s inside—even when she feels nervous. Use YOUR voice and empower girls in grades 3-5 to speak up like never before by coaching at HCS!

Not a runner? Haven’t coached before? No problem! Girls on the Run VT (GOTRVT) provides training, easy to follow lesson plans, supplies and support for a transformational season. Our season begins the week of March 16, 2026, and ends with a celebratory 5K on Saturday, May 30th. Over the 10 week season our team will meet twice weekly for 90 minute sessions to connect, move, learn and have FUN!

Visit gotrvt.org/coach to learn more or sign up to volunteer. Families can fill out a participant interest form to get connected. Questions? Contact GOTRVT at stephanie@girlsontherunvermont.org, or 802-871-5664.

At HCS, we’re excited to welcome the cold weather with open arms and fresh outdoor adventures! As long as the temperature stays above zero, our students will be heading outside to make the most of the day. To ensure everyone stays warm and comfortable, please make sure your child is bundled up with a cozy coat, hat, gloves, boots, and snow gear. Together, we can create a season full of fun and safety for all. Thank you for helping our community stay cozy and ready for winter fun!

Click here for more information on becoming a sub!

WHEN: Tuesday • February 17th • 2026

WHAT: pancake dinner • festive music • crafts • company of community

Next Friday, February 13th 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. Look for future dinners on 2/27, 3/13 & 3/27.

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

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

New Village Farm School

Shelburne Museum Summer Camp Registration

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.