THE NEWSLETTER

We are currently experiencing a surge in stomach-related illnesses, strep throat, and flu-like symptoms in our school community. To prevent the spread and protect everyone’s health, it is critical that families keep unwell students at home.

See the CVSD Guidelines here: When should I keep my child home?

As we move further into February, we approach important local democratic processes, including voting on the CVSD Budget. Ballots are now available at the Town Office, and Town Meeting Day voting takes place on Tuesday, March 4. Due to the calendar this year, that date coincides with an extended break for many CVSD families—March 3 is a faculty conference day, and March 4 is a professional development day for staff. We’ll return to school on Wednesday, March 5.

With this unique schedule, I encourage you to please make a plan to vote on or before Tuesday, March 4. School budgets are often central to discussions about how we support our children and the challenging balance between opportunities and costs. To learn more about this year’s CVSD Budget, please visit the CVSD Budget Webpage.

Thank you for being part of our school community and for your ongoing support.

Warmly,
Tim O’Leary, CCS Principal

Charlotte Central School Kindergarten Registration for 2025-2026 will open on Monday, February 3, 2025. Champlain Valley School District (CVSD) is asking families to register their incoming Kindergarten students earlier this year in an effort to get more accurate enrollment numbers for our schools.

If you have an incoming Kindergarten student, that will be five before the CVSD September 1st deadline, please complete the online forms by Friday, February 21, 2025. These enrollment numbers help us to plan our staffing needs for the upcoming school year and help us to coordinate our site visits for placement in the Spring.

If your child is already a part of CVSD schools (Act166 Partner Preschool program), please contact Naomi Strada, CCS Registrar. Naomi is looking forward to hearing from you! You can contact Naomi at (802) 425-6600 or nstrada@cvsdvt.org. She will be happy to help with questions and ensure that your child is on the CCS 25-26 kindergarten list.

We really appreciate your help with registering your child early this year and we’re looking forward to meeting you. This is such an exciting time for you and your child and we are happy to share this experience with you!

CCS does not have a softball team, but if your daughter plays softball and wants to be on a team, Shelburne Community School can host any girl who wants to play. Please email Nicky Elderton nelderton@cvsdvt.org if you are interested.

The CCS Student Council will be sharing their monthly newspaper, CCS Press, for the community's enjoyment. Check back here monthly for their new editions.

Monday, February 3rd through Friday, February 21st - 25-26 Kindergarten Registration Open

Wednesday, February 12th - Early Release

Wednesday, February 12th - Bolton Valley Ski & Ride, 2:00 - 7:45

Saturday, February 15th - CVSD @ UVM Women's Basketball, see below for details

Tuesday, February 18th - CCS Spelling Bee, MPR, 8:45

Tuesday, February 18th - 8th Grade Science Fair, MPR, 2:00 - 4:00

Wednesday, February 19th - PTO Mtg, CCS Library, 6:00pm - 7:00pm (change in time)

Wednesday, February 19th - Field Trip, Grade 3 to Flynn Theater, 9:00 - 12:00

Wednesday, February 19th - Early Rlease

Monday, February 24th through Februrary 29th - NO SCHOOL - Winter Break

Monday, March 3rd - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - Parent/Guardian Conferences

Tuesday, March 4th -NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - Faculty Inservice

Wednesday, March 5th - Early Release

Wednesday, March 5th - Bolton Valley Ski & Ride, 2:00 - 7:45

CVSD students, families, caregivers, staff and faculty are invited for a night of hoops at UVM on Saturday, February 15. At 4 p.m., UVM Women's Basketball faces off in a rematch against the Maine Black Bears at the Patrick Gym. Anyone from CVSD can purchase a ticket for just $4. Scan the QR code below for tickets.

On Friday and Saturday, January 31 and Feb 1, 2025 Liam Anderson, Nathan Woldow and Ansel Schwartzman represented CCS at the District 3 Band, Orchestra and Chorus festival held at ADL in Essex Jct. They all auditioned and scored the highest in their sections. We are very proud of their achievements and outstanding performances.

On or before Tuesday, March 4, 2025, residents of Shelburne, Williston, Charlotte, St. George, and Hinesburg will vote on the FY26 budget for all public schooling in Champlain Valley School District. More information about this budget, its impact on CVSD schools and taxpayers, and where, when, and how to vote is available at www.cvsdvt.org/budget.

You’ll also find a schedule of upcoming informational meetings, where administrators and school board members will be presenting about the budget and its impacts on schools and taxes.

www.cvsdvt.org/budget

The CCS Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a partnership between parents, teachers, and staff, working together to create enriching experiences for our students. Visit our website, Facebook, and Instagram pages for the latest and stay tuned for upcoming opportunities to get involved!

SPRING OFFERINGS

Youth Sports

Youth Lacrosse Signups Now Live!

Baby Sitter Training

4/23/25 Safe Sitter Training at Charlotte Library

SUMMER CAMP OFFERINGS

6/23-6/27: Youth Basketball Summer Camps, led by CCS PE teacher, Nicky Elderton. Camps will be broken down by ages (7-11 and 11-14), and held in the gym at CCS.

7/7-7/11: Athletic Performance Summer Camps, led by the staff of Fit2Excel. These camps will be broken down by grade (1st-5th grade, 6th-12th grade) and be held at the Charlotte town beach.

7/14-7/18: Challenger Soccer Summer Camps, led by the Challenger soccer staff from England. These camps will be held on the fields at CCS.

We welcome your feedback at any time. Please select your topic below and send your thoughts our way. If you don't see your topic listed, choose "General Questions." All feedback will be routed to the appropriate district team members, who will follow up with you within 3 business days. CVSD is committed to connecting with students, families, staff, and community members to provide exceptional and equitable experiences.

Even though free and reduced meal applications are no longer required for free meals, the Vermont Agency of Education asks that all families complete the Household Information Form. Thank you.

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