THE VIKING
Hinesburg Community School - January 26, 2024
SAVE THE DATE
Friday, January 26:
PiE Movie Night in the Flex Space (6:30)
Monday, January 29:
PiE Meeting (6:00)
Tuesday, January 30:
Grade 4 NAEP Testing
Wednesday, 1/31:
Early Release Day (1:45)
Bolton After School Program
Thursday, 2/1:
Grade 8 NAEP Testing
Cochran's After School Program
📽 PiE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT! 🍿
PiE is bringing Trolls 3 to Family Movie Night in the HCS Flex Space this month! There will be lots of popcorn, cotton candy, treats and drinks available at the concession stand. BYOB&C (blanket's and chairs!) Show time is 6:30PM!
Please note, all ages are welcome, but this is not a drop off event. All students must have a caregiver present for the duration of the movie. Thank you!
Please click HERE for the sign up form.
*This is a free event- suggested donation for concessions, all proceeds directly benefiting HCS*
🏐 MARCH MADNESS 2024 🏐
March Madness 2024
Volleyball March Madness is coming up!
Interested? Register now on the HCS athletics website:
Here is the link to get registered!
Make sure you also have an updated physical.
If you are not sure you are registered,
or if you need to check if your wellness form is up to date,
send an email to hcsathletics@cvsdvt.org
Start date: Monday, March 4th
End date: April 5th
8th-graders will try out March 4th from 3-4:30pm.
7th-graders will try out March 5th from 3-4:30pm.
P.S. If interested…
come practice during open gym at HCS
Sunday nights 4-5pm
Meet at the back gym door
PLEASE BRING DRY GYM SHOES!
CHESS CLUB OPENINGS
Chess club has some openings! Chess club meets on Thursdays from 3pm-4pm. Students will need to get picked up because the late bus doesn't leave until 4:20.
If you would like to join, email Michellle Lass (mlass@cvsdvt.org) or Jessica DeBiasio (jdebiasio@cvsdvt.org).
K-4 SEEDS GROUP (STUDENTS ENCOURAGING EQUITY, DIVERSION AND SUCCESS)
We are happy to offer a safe and inclusive space dedicated to center, empower, and celebrate our BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) students. The group will be led by one of our CVSD DEI coaches Ainaka Luna and Sunshine Ouimette, 3rd grade Paraspecialist. This group will meet every other Tuesday from 2-2:30pm. The first meeting will be held on Tuesday the 16th of January. All students and allies welcome! If you have comments or questions, please contact Mike Fife at mfife@cvsdvt.org. Meetings will be held in the Seed Space.
If your student would like to attend this group, please complete this permission slip and return it to your student's teacher.
5-8 SEEDS GROUP (STUDENTS ENCOURAGING EQUITY, DIVERSION AND SUCCESS)
We are happy to offer a safe and inclusive space dedicated to center, empower, and celebrate our BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) students. The group will be led by one of our CVSD DEI coaches Ainaka Luna and Emma Lane, 6th grade Paraspecialist. This group will meet every other Monday from 2-2:30 pm beginning on the 22nd of January. All students and allies welcome! If you have comments or questions, please contact HCS DEI Coach Mike Fife at mfife@cvsdvt.org
If your student would like to attend this group, please complete this permission slip and return it to your student's teacher.
ENGINEERS BUILDING AND MEASURING
CONNECTING YOUTH TAKES ON BIG TOBACCO
Earlier this month, over 40 middle school students from Williston Central School and Hinesburg Community School attended the annual 802 Youth Leadership Summit to tackle a critical issue: exposing the harms of commercial tobacco and fighting back against Big Tobacco. The summit brought together kids from across the state including a mix of students from Williston’s CY Lead (Connecting Youth Leadership Education and Anti-Drug) and Hinesburg’s VKAT (Vermont Kids Against Tobacco).
These young leaders didn't just listen – they spoke up! They had rich conversations with their peers, brainstormed creative prevention campaigns, crafted impactful messages, and walked away with the confidence to bring their anti-tobacco activism back to their schools and communities.
We're so proud of our students for taking the initiative to fight for a healthier future. Their dedication and passion is truly inspiring! If you're looking to get involved in the fight against Big Tobacco, reach out to our CVSD Student Assistant Professionals here
All graduating Grade 8 students will be given a complimentary yearbook!
LEGO LEAGUE DEMONSTRATION WITH PART 2
JASON CHIN TO VISIT HCS!
Science teachers across the district have been looking for ways to integrate science into reading and writing classes while also creating a shared experience for our PreK-8 students. On February 16, HCS will be welcoming Jason Chin to share his experiences and insights into writing and illustrating children’s books. Jason Chin, a local author and illustrator is a diverse author and a Caldecott Medal winner who has written and illustrated a series of children’s books, including many on non-fiction science topics.
“I love meeting readers and sharing what I love, and I hope that my visits will help young readers see themselves as artists, scientists, readers and writers.” -Jason Chin
Throughout the month of January and early February, individual classrooms will be preparing for his visit by exploring Chin’s books in a variety of ways. We are so excited for this opportunity to welcome him into our school!
CVSD PreK LOTTERY - OPEN FOR 2024-2025!
The CVSD Early Education Program is now accepting applications for a random pre-k lottery drawing for the 2024-25 school year. This lottery is for an opportunity to enroll in one of our school-based classrooms which run 10 hours per week. Our school-based prekindergarten classrooms are 5 STARs, licensed early education programs that provide play-based, developmentally appropriate environments for all children in an inclusive setting. Our curriculum is based on the Vermont Early Learning Standards (VELS).
Our programs follow the CVSD school calendar. Children who will be age 3 or older by September 1, 2024, who are not eligible for kindergarten, and live in the communities of Charlotte, Hinesburg, Shelburne, St. George, and Williston are eligible to enter the lottery. Families who are selected for the lottery and choose to enroll their child in a CVSD program access their Act 166 publicly funded prekindergarten funds for the school-based program.
All applications must be received by February 5, 2024, and are located on the CVSD Early Education website under 2024-2025 Preschool Lottery . Paper applications are available upon request.
For additional information, questions about our program, or any concerns about your child’s development, please visit our website or contact Director of Early Education, Erin Gagne at egagne@cvsdvt.org. Our Early Education team is also available for developmental screenings in the areas of communication, social-emotional development, motor skills, adaptive development, and cognition. More information about an Early Multi-Tiered System of Supports is also available on the website.
🧯HINESBURG FIRE FIGHTERS VISIT 1ST GRADE HCS STUDENTS 🚒
JANUARY IS MENTOR APPRECIATION MONTH!
Did you know Connecting Youth Mentoring is one of the largest programs in Vermont? We serve more than160 5th-12th grade mentees. And 80% of our them agree or strongly agree that their mentor makes them feel like they matter. That’s impact!
January is Mentor Appreciation Month, and we want to acknowledge the positive impact our mentors have on our young people across CVSD. Our mentors are a special group of folks; their generosity is invaluable. One hour a week, they connect with their mentees, nurturing relationships, building trust and instilling life-long skills.
Thank you, CY Mentors for your dedication to our young people and our community. Your time, guidance, and support make a difference everyday. We are so grateful for all that you do. To learn more about mentoring and Connecting Youth, visit our site.
CVSD DEI EVENTS
Join the CVSD DEI Team as we celebrate diversity and connect with the diverse cultures of our community. At these in-person events, we will learn the history of the various communities in Vermont. There will be shared cultural experiences, including art, food, and conversations about educational experiences. At each gathering various groups, community members, and stakeholders will present about their lives, work, and contributions to our state.
March 15th, 6-8 pm - Williston Central School
Somali Community in Vermont
GIRLS ON THE RUN
Happy New Year, Caregivers of Spring 2023 GOTRVT participants!
Our 25th anniversary season will be here before we know it and we are so excited! We will have surprises and celebrate all year long!
In order to ensure that all of our teams from last year are able to celebrate with us and experience the empowering and confidence building benefits of both Girls on the Run and Heart & Sole, we need more coaches to register and commit to changing lives and inspiring our future leaders! Click HERE to learn about coaching. Click HERE to register for the online coaching information session.
Each season, our evidence-based curriculum meets girls where they are, helping them to unlock new and different skills by giving them the tools and strategies to lead a more confident and healthy life. For Spring 2024, we will be launching a revamped and updated version of our curriculum for Girls on the Run to truly meet the needs of today's girls.
If you are able to coach, we can guarantee that we will reserve a spot on the team for you to register your child, and that you will have early access to registration to do so. If you have questions before committing, the GOTRVT Program Team is always happy to answer questions from interested coaches; simply contact either Anne or Stephanie at the emails listed below.
With gratitude,
Girls on the Run Vermont Program Staff
Anne Lattrell
Statewide Program Director
Stephanie Dorgan
Program Coordinator
stephanie@girlsontherunvermont.org
🏂 FUN @ BOLTON! 🎿
CONNECTING YOUTH SEEKS MENTORS
Are you a fun, caring and trustworthy adult looking to make a true difference in a young person's life? Consider mentoring! Connecting Youth is seeking community volunteers to join our team of mentors for 5th-12th grade students across Champlain Valley School District.
Mentors and mentee pairs meet weekly for about an hour
School year commitment
Mentor training and continual support provided by CVSD mentor coordinators.
Middle school mentors have access to dedicated spaces for cooking, crafting, playing games and developing a friendship.
High school mentors work alongside students to grow their skills and resilience, exploring new interests and experiences.
Learn more here or contact Livy Bulger the HCS Mentor Coordinator (802-482-6248)
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LOST & FOUND TO BE DONATED ON 2/23
Is your child missing a coat? Where did that favorite hoodie disappear to? Missing a water bottle, gloves, or shoes? There's a good chance the missing item is sitting here in our lost & found waiting to be claimed! Please encourage your child/ren to take a look. We will be donating the remaining unclaimed items to a local charity on February 23rd. Thanks for your help!
PARENTS & CAREGIVERS: WOULD YOU LIKE TO VOLUNTEER AT HCS OR GO ON A FIELDTRIP?
Would you like to attend a HCS fieldtrip with your child or volunteer to read in their classroom? If so, now is an excellent time to fill out your paperwork for clearance though the District. Once your paperwork is received, please allow 10 business days for approval. Once approved, the clearance is valid for 1 year.
Volunteering & Chaperoning Procedures
Consent Form To Fill Out for Registry
please include a photo ID as well
About Us
Suzan Locke, HCS Co-Principal, Grades K-4
482-6299, slocke@cvsdvt.org
Tim Trevithick, HCS Co-Principal, Grades 5-8
482-6298, ttrevithick@cvsdvt.org
Alicia Kurth, HCS Special Education Administrator
482-6285, akurth@cvsdvt.org
Email: hcsinformation@cvsdvt.org
Website: https://www.cvsdvt.org/hinesburg
Location: Hinesburg Community School, 10888, Route 116, Hinesburg, Vermont, USA
Phone: 802-482-2106
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hinesburg-Community-School-125786304154731/
The Viking Newsletter is published weekly, when school is in session. It is available on our web site and is also delivered via email. If needed, a hard copy can be provided for your child to bring home. The Viking includes upcoming events, after school opportunities, notes of interest for parents and the community and updates from our school administration.