WRVS Newsletter

Thank you to all of the AMAZING grandparents who joined us for our Annual Grandparents' Day luncheon last Thursday! The scholars and staff look forward each year to sharing our WRVS Community with our scholars' grandparents. The gym was filled with so many smiling faces as the scholars greeted their grandparents. Thank you to our amazing kitchen team for their hard work in preparing a wonderful lunch as well as our 8th graders who helped prepare and serve the food.

Be sure to mark your calendars for the following events happening in the last two weeks of October:

Monday, October 19th & Tuesday, October 20th: K-8 Vision & Hearing Screening

Friday, October 23rd: Middle School Dance 6-8 PM

Monday, October 26th - Friday, October 30th: Red Ribbon Week

Monday, October 26th - Wednesday, October 28th: 7/8 Basketball Clinic

Tuesday, October 27th: 5th Grade Field Trip to the Hood Museum

Wednesday, October 28th: High School Choice Night 6-7 PM

Wednesday, October 28th: Upper Valley Pediatrics Flu Vaccination Clinic

Thursday, October 29th: Middle School Slopestyle Ski & Ride Boot fitting @ WRVS

Thursday, October 29th & Friday, October 30th: 5/6 Basketball Clinic

Parent-teacher conferences will be Monday, November 2nd through Thursday, November 5th. Your scholar's teacher should soon be sending out the conference sign-ups.

In advance, please mark your calendars that we will have an EARLY RELEASE on Thursday, November 5th so that staff can take part in Professional Development. There is NO SCHOOL on Friday, November 6th which is an OESU wide In-service day for staff.

Have a great weekend!

Dates to Remember:

Little Rivers Mobile Health Clinic- 10/28

● Sick Day Guidance:

• Student should be 24 hours without a fever and not taking fever reducing medicine.
• Student should be 24 hours without vomiting or diarrhea.
  
• Student’s symptoms should be improving and the student should be well enough to fully participate in their day.

Don’t hesitate to reach out to me at school during the school day at 802-439-5534 or via

email at carla.horniak@oesu.org.

2026 Upper Valley Pediatrics Vaccine Clinic at WRVS

If you would like to be a vendor at the WRVS Holiday Bazaar, please complete an application attached below, and/or contact Liza Pierson by email, rpmljp@gmail.com, or contact WRVS: 802-439-5534.

3/4 soccer has had a busy last couple weeks! The kids have been giving it their all! Here are some more spotlights from our team:

Marlee Musty always shows up with a smile ready to play! Her spirit on the field always brings joy and keeps team morale high throughout the game!

Addie Sparrow has proved to be a forced to be reckoned with, defending her goalie! She has shown time and time again she has no problem booting that ball down the field to get it away from goal!

Braecyn Duff has so much try! His speed on the field keeps him as one of our most valuable strikers! We can't wait to see what the rest of the season brings for him and his lightning speed!

Isabel Roy has come alive and is a force on the field! She has no problem jumping in to get possession of the ball for her team; her confidence continues to grow each game!

Paisley Otterman has shown many strengths on the field this season for her team! She has been one of our lead scorers this season and has been a huge asset during game time!

Reid Poliquin is not one to back down from the ball. He takes great care of his goalie, trying to stop or block any ball coming their way! He is always keeping his coaches on their toes and making us smile!

Lily Mousley has so much speed! Her ability to go from one end of the field to stay on the ball is wonderful to watch. Always a team player with a positive attitude ready to work!

Sophia Beck, I say this all the time, "she is small but mighty"; Sophia backs down to no one! Her athletic ability on the field is unstoppable always; a fun one to watch because she puts on a performance at every game!

Waits River Valley School put on an incredible display of hard work, teamwork, and perseverance Wednesday night, battling their way to a well-earned 3–2 victory over Newbury.

From the opening whistle to the final minutes, this team showed determination, grit, and a willingness to fight for every ball. Two penalty kicks, confidently converted by Grayson Kilduff and James Robtoy, along with a well-earned goal from Christopher Toffling, proved to be the difference in a hard-fought matchup.

Ryan Greene brought lightning-fast speed and an aggressive offensive presence to the field, keeping the pressure on Newbury throughout the game. In the midfield, Connor Shreve, Faith Hathaway, Braxton Daniels, Lily Boswell, Blaze Ramsrud, and Colton Putney worked tirelessly, covering the field and controlling the pace of play. Their communication, hustle, and ability to work together helped keep Waits River Valley in command of the game.

Defensively, Liam Donnolley, Lucy Melia, Nora Towle, Annabelle Smith, and Chase Walbridge stood strong, disrupting Newbury's attempts to create scoring opportunities. Behind them, goalkeeper Olivia LaPan delivered another impressive performance, protecting the net and helping her teammates maintain their composure under pressure.

What stands out most about this team is not just the goals scored or the final score, but the heart they bring to the field every time they play. Their courage, determination, and refusal to give up continue to impress. They are learning to trust one another, communicate more effectively, and play as a unified team.

Each game is another opportunity for these young athletes to grow, not only as soccer players but also as teammates and individuals. Their progress is something to be proud of, and their commitment to one another is becoming more evident with every match.

This 3–2 victory was about more than putting a win in the books. It was a testament to what can happen when hard work, perseverance, and teamwork come together. Waits River Valley is building something special, and I could not be prouder of the courage, character, and fight these players continue to show.

Keep working, keep believing, and keep fighting, Waits River Valley! The future is bright for this team!

-Coach Amber and Sam

As the 7/8 soccer season comes to an end this Saturday, we celebrate a season marked by remarkable growth and achievement. Every practice has brought visible improvement, and Tom, Justin, and I are deeply proud of how far our athletes have come. We began with several newcomers to sports and many more experiencing soccer for the first time. Yet from day one, these student-athletes demonstrated genuine eagerness to learn, have fun, and most importantly be part of something larger than themselves.

The transformation on the field has been striking. From offensive positioning to defensive strategy, every player has noticeably improved. Our communication has strengthened, our coordination has become more effective, and our sportsmanship both on and off the field reflects the character we've worked to build.

We are incredibly proud of the growth, dedication, and teamwork this group continues to demonstrate. Our defensive line deserves special recognition for their steadfast commitment and commanding presence in controlling the field. Our offense has consistently created scoring opportunities, moving the ball with confidence and composure under pressure. Every player has contributed meaningfully, moving fluidly between positions and giving their all to support the team's success.

As this season comes to an end, we as coaches have witnessed tremendous growth and passion from every member of this team. Thank you for a memorable season.

Thanks to the hard work, generosity and participation of our school community, our school raised $621.00 through the 2026 Hannaford Helps Schools program. These funds will help us continue creating a positive, thriving environment for every student. Your support has made a meaningful impact on our school and your involvement and encouragement truly make a difference for our students, teachers and staff. Thank you for your continued dedication to our school community!

Yearbooks are $25.13. If you order a yearbook for your scholar by October 31st, you will receive 10% off the price. Treering also allows you to customize 2 free pages. You can order online, or contact WRVS if you'd like to pay by cash/check.

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